Buying online today has never been easier, and trust is at an all-time high. Most people have their credit card numbers saved to at least one retailer. But it’s still a great idea to do your due diligence when you’re about to buy from a business you haven’t done before. Some musicians spend a lot … Read more
Almost every brand from guitar to amp manufacturers are making pedals today. With this many available, it’s very easy to get confused as to how they need to be used. There are many types, from distortion and overdrives, to delays and reverb. Each type has a huge benefit to your sound and performance. But using … Read more
Guitar Center is one of the biggest retailers in the US. Many musicians buy from them every year. This means that anything bought on their website will normally need to be shipped. But does Guitar Center ship safely? Guitar Center normally ships new equipment in the original packaging that came from the manufacturer. This ensures … Read more
If you are fighting “ice-pick” highs, a brittle top end, or a sterile digital feel in your amplifier, the solution often lies in a single component: the V1 preamp tube. For guitarists and audiophiles alike, the search for the warmest sounding 12AX7 is about more than just EQ; it is a quest for harmonic richness, touch sensitivity, … Read more
Trading in your used musical equipment at Guitar Center is a hassle-free way to upgrade or make some extra cash. The retailer offers a competitive deal, giving you as much as 60% of your gear’s current market value. The process is simple: bring your gear to any Guitar Center location, where a trained associate will … Read more
If you own a tube-based guitar, bass, or even a Hi-fi audio amplifier, chances are you will find a 12AX7 being used in them. Maybe even quite a few of them. The 12AX7 is the first choice for tube amplifiers. This is because of its high gain and relatively low noise characteristics. But which are … Read more