Guitar Video Lesson w/ Tab - Rob Arnold of Chimaira - Two Handed Tapping
Guitar Video Lesson w/ Tab - Rob Arnold of Chimaira - Two Handed Tapping 
Review of Eden WTB300V Bass Amplifier 
I like plugging into a nice clean solid state bass amp as much as the next dude, but there are times when you really need to growl and snarl. That’s where the Eden WTB300V comes in.
Video Guitar Lesson - Alexi Laihos' Complete solo from “Next in Line” With Guitar Tab 
I had a chance to work with him on a few instructional programs, and to see his talents firsthand, and I can tell you that his reputation is not just hype—he is an amazing player.
Review of Martin D-1 
Martin's original 1 Series model, the D-1 dreadnought, was launched in 1993. At the time it was the first full-size Martin to retail under $1,000, and likewise in sterling here in the UK.
Tutorial - Using SCS software to perform live with laptop & band 
This tutorial is a guest post by Martin, on how to use SCS software to automate and play pre recorded audio so you can perform live with your band and a laptop.
Review of Godin Velocity 
Godin guitars remind me of comedian Rodney Dangerfield: they both don’t get no respect. In Rodney’s case this was part of his shtick.
Top 5 Ableton Live controllers 
Using a mouse for Ableton Live is really boring so I thought I’d round up the top 5 controllers for Ableton Live.
Review of EVH Wolfgang Guitar 
After a quick trawl through our back issues, we calculate this is the 10th Edward Van Halen signature model Guitarist has played.
Review of Jim Dunlop Ultex Sharp Picks 
I was recently sent a sample set of Dunlop Ultex Sharp picks to test out. The set consisted of .73, .90, 1.0, 1.14, 1.40 and 2.0 sizes.
Review of MXR M134 Stereo Chorus 
I’ve been after a chorus pedal for a long, long time but I was never 100% happy with any chorus I tried.
How To Improve Your Guitar Technique - Part 2 
If you are still suffering from sloppy guitar playing, the cause is likely unwanted string noise.
Bobby Thompson of Job For A Cowboy-Guitar Lesson on Dark, Daunting & Diminished Metal Guitar 
In this lesson, I want to go through a section inspired by the main triad riff from the song “Bearing the Serpent’s Lamb” from their CD Genesis.
Electro-Harmonix Effectology , Vol.6 The Mellotron
In today's episode studio musician Bill Ruppert creates sounds of the vintage Mellotron MKII keyboard.
EHX Pedals featured: Soul Preacher,POG2, Poly Chorus and the Stereo Memory Man.
Top 50 Hardest Working Guitarists in the World 
They all have spent countless hours in and out of the studio trying to find the best and most innovative ways to teach and inspire.
Review of Epiphone Les Paul Ultra II 
Aah, the Les Paul. Is there anything cooler than slinging one down around your knees, slumping over like Slash and reeling off sleazy rock riff after sleazy rock riff? Well, yeah.
Review of Jackson Matt Tuck Rhoads 
This electric guitar is brought to you in association with two shred maestros.
David Ellefsons Rock Shop - Episode 19 "Getting Paid To Play" 
David gives some serious insight into the expense and income part of a touring band.
Review of Fender Custom Deluxe Strat 
Fender describes the new Custom Deluxe Strat as being "designed for the working musician".
How to maximise laptop battery life for music 
Fed up of your laptop battery not lasting long enough? Are you having to switch to mains power half way through a gig.
Dan Jacobs of Atreyu - Guitar Lesson on Creating Metal Hooks with Nasty Riffs 
Let’s take a look at sections inspired by two of Atreyu’s popular songs, “Becoming the Bull” and “Doomsday,” from their latest CD and see how these riffs are put together.
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