Articles from February 2008

February 29, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
There is a new article “Demystifying the Phase Inverter” on the Articles page. The article written by John R. Frondelli explains how the Phase Inverter circuit of a tube amplifier works. It is an excellent article for techs and guitar players alike.
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February 28, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
The Brown Note D’lite 22 Super Deluxe Amp kit was just reviewed. You can read the review on the Reviews page about this little versatile amp. A great project and an awesome product.
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February 27, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
There is a new article “Hand Strength For Guitar Players: Eliminating Hand Fatigue” on the Articles page today. This article is about hand strength and how to eliminate hand fatigue from playing long hours on frequent sessions. There are many tips and helpful information to deal with this condition.
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February 26, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
Rivera has the solution for organizing your effects pedals, Introducing the RM-1 RoutmeisterTM Pedal Effects Controller. Featuring 4 Effects Loops with Hard Wire Relay bypass, a separate Tuner Output as well as an Input Buffer, pedal mess and cable confusion are over. No more signal chain losses due to pedals without true bypass-like pedals with FET [...]
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Tags: Musician's Friend, Rivera, RM-1, Routmeister |
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February 25, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
There is a new article “Tendonits and Guitar Players” on the Articles page today. This article adresses a problem that is common among guitar players that play alot. There are many tips and helpful hints to deal with this conditon.
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February 24, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
The new Godin 5th Avenue is a true vintage spirit of yesterday with today’s level of modern playability. It has more projection & volume than traditional archtop acoustic guitars and the dynamically rich tone of the 5th Avenue makes this sophisticated instrument a dream to play. The Godin 5th Avenue is also an affordable North [...]
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Tags: Godin, Jeff Tweedy, Wilco |
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February 23, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
The Gretsch Brian Setzer 6120SHATV Hot Rod guitar was recently reviewed by us here at 300Guitars. You can read the complete review on the Reviews page about this amazing instrument. One of the best guitars we have recently received for review!
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February 22, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
THD, who manufacture the Uni-Valve and Bi-Valve amps have started production on their modular cabinets for these amps. The new 1-12″ cabinet is a tuned-port, bass-reflex design like their 2-12″ model. It has many features that greatly reduce standing waves in side the cabinet delivering a deep, even, tight and punchy sound. The design of [...]
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Tags: Bi-Valve, Flexi 50, THD, Uni-Valve |
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February 21, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
The first one-band edition of the game, Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, is due in stores this June for PlayStation 2 and 3, Xbox 360 and Wii. GH: Aerosmith will track the history of the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, who have sold 100 million-plus albums. According to Steven Tyler the game has their whole career [...]
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Tags: Aerosmith, Guitar Hero, Playstation, Run DMC, Wii, X Box 360 |
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February 20, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
Brian Setzer has announced the Stray Cats Farewell Tour. The band formed 30 years ago and had many hits including “Rock This Town and “Stray Cat Strut”. The Stray Cats Farewell Tour will start mid-August in Spain. Tour dates will be posted on the Stray Cats website as they come in. Photo courtesty of Strayvick
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Tags: Brian Setzer, Gretsch, Stray Cats |
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February 19, 2008 | Posted by Billy Penn
Steve Winwood and Eric Clapton will be performing at Madison Square Garden in New York on February 26th, 27th and 28th, 2008. Three nights of must see shows of the decade. Winwood commented that “I’m very excited about these upcoming shows with Eric. Blind Faith was a long time ago and we have both come [...]
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Tags: American Express, Blind Faith, Crossroads Guitar Festival, Eric Clapton, Madison Square Garden, Steve Winwood, Ticketmaster |
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