I've been a Dunlop Tortex pick user for close to 20 years. I've experimented with other picks, and often use my Guitar Lifestyle picks, but I always have a 0.88 Dunlop Tortex nearby. One of the picks I've experimented with recently is the popular Jazz III pick by Dunlop. I like the smaller size of the Jazz IIIs, but I don't like the feel of them as much as the Tortex picks. I'm … [Read more...]
NAMM 2011: Joe Bonamassa Signature Fuzz Face
The folks at Dunlop have now released information about the Joe Bonamassa Signature Fuzz Face. I first heard about this pedal a few months ago on Joe's forums and have anxiously awaited further information about it. The most visible feature of the pedal is the copper casing that will patina over time like a penny. Here's some more information that Dunlop has … [Read more...]
NAMM 2011: Sneak Peak of 2011 Fender Custom Shop Guitars
Fender Custom Shop director Mike Eldred has recently posted on their forums a sneak peak of the guitars that the Custom Shop will be debuting at this week's Winter NAMM show. The 2011 Custom Deluxe Stratocaster looks pretty slick, as does the 1967 Telecaster. Actually, I think they all look pretty nice! Click here to view the forum posting. Which one(s) do you like best? … [Read more...]
ToneRite 3G
A few weeks ago, the Summer NAMM show was held in Nashville, and I had the chance to check out the new ToneRite 3G product. If you're not familiar with the ToneRite product, you can check out my previous review for more information. The new version offers the following improvements: new electronics and new Elastone feet. The new electronics offer finer control over the … [Read more...]
Wanna Play Music Sunday
This year's Summer NAMM show is just around the corner and will be held on June 18-June 20 here in Nashville. For the first time ever, they are opening the doors to non-NAMM members on the last day of the show for what they're calling "Wanna Play Sunday." Entry into the show on Sunday will cost $20, with the proceeds benefiting NAMM's Wanna Play Fund. The Wanna Play Sunday … [Read more...]