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Just follow the cloud of smoke, and you'll find the AlphaTheta booth at NAMM 2026. They had all sorts of new goodies, like the upgraded CDJ-3000X, brand new effects engine, and an upgraded, downsized mixer. Check it out!
We couldn't wait to see what PRS had cooked up for NAMM 2026, and they certainly didn't disappoint. From new Silver Sky finishes and permanent DGT semi-hollow models all the way to their first baritone offering, we had a blast at the PRS booth!
We're always excited to visit the Friedman booth at NAMM, and this year certainly didn't disappoint with his basically-magic new load attenuator. Check out all the latest offerings from Friedman with this year's NAMM 2026 recap.
Neural DSP going mini? That's right! At NAMM 2026, we got to play with the new Neural DSP Quad Cortex Mini and see if it's really as good as its full-sized counterpart. Spoilers: It's pretty sweet.
It was loud at the NAMM 2026 VOX booth, so we just had to wander over and take a look. Check out the latest gear releases from VOX, including some new hand-wired models, the return of Valvetronix, and the cutest stack you ever did see.
KORG makes some of the best synths in the game. But they just took the game out of the electronic world and into the "real world" with the phase8 Acoustic Synthesizer. Yes, you read that right...
You just got a new guitar. Congratulations! But before you shred the box to get to the goodies, check out this step-by-step guide to learn how to properly unbox a guitar. Your new instrument will thank you.
Musicians put their skills to the test to replicate a guitar tone using an assortment of gear. Whoever gets the closest is crowned Game of Tones champion.
A lot of cool stuff released in 2025. But what was the best? Check out this list of the Best Gear of 2025 to see all the top picks — in our humble opinion, at least.
Martin makes some of the best acoustic guitars around. But which one is right for your style? Check out the AMS-approved list of the Top 10 Martin guitars to find your acoustic soulmate.
Ready to unlock new levels of guitar tone? We're proud to announce that you can now find Neural DSP, Strymon, and Fulltone products right here at American Musical Supply!
Can three influencers who have never collaborated before write a hit together in one session? Let's find out in this episode of Track From Scratch ft. Soklo, Spilly Cave, & Shane Becker.
Ever wonder what kind of gear AMS employees use in their personal rigs? Here's what managing editor and copywriter Cameron R. uses in his current setup that's built all around simplicity, versatility, and portability. Check it out in the new blog series: The Gear That Runs AMS.
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Smaller, more versatile, and also budget-friendly!? Check out this list of the best electronic drum sets under $1,000 to start blasting beats on a budget.
Two hands, one bass: It must be Charles Berthoud! We got to talk to YouTube sensation Charles Berthoud and talk all about his unique technique, his time at Berklee, and the latest Laney amps. Check it out now!
Misha Mansoor of Periphery, GGD, 3DOT (and a ton of other stuff) told us all about his signature Invective Peavey amp, writing songs with Periphery, and turning your hobbies into jobs. Check out the interview here!
If you think it takes a lot of gear to jam with superstars like Frank Bello and Doug Wimbish, you'd be right! Check out all the gear we used during our "Sunshine of Your Love" jam in this behind-the-scenes sneak peek.
Things get spicy when two bass-tastic legends visit the AMS Studio. Check out the Doug Wimbish and Frank Bello interview now, brought to you by Spector basses.
We met up with our good buddy Ralph Alexander, Poppy's drummer, before a show to talk all about the latest They're All Around Us Tour, drums, microphones, and mom cams. You don't want to miss it!
Reverend Guitars are back at AMS! And we got their CEO, Ken Haas, to come talk about his amazing guitars in the studio — and perform a tasty punk jam afterward.
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Guitarist, gear nerd, luthier, and lover of lame puns.
