The Ultimate Guide to Buying the Best Guitar Pedals
Discover the best guitar pedals for every style and budget in our buyer’s guide. From overdrive to delay and boutique to budget-friendly, we cover it all to help you build the ultimate pedalboard.
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Discover the best guitar pedals for every style and budget in our buyer’s guide. From overdrive to delay and boutique to budget-friendly, we cover it all to help you build the ultimate pedalboard.
The AMS crew headed out to sunny California to attend the NAMM Show! Here’s a taste of a few of our favorite things at NAMM 2025.
It’s easy to overlook the various types of headphones. That’s why we’re going to weigh out the pros and cons of open-back vs. closed-back headphones.
It’s back! The legendary 1176 compressor from Universal Audio is returning as a stompbox pedal, and it has some amazing new tone-making features.
There are a few “rules” when it comes to organizing your pedalboard signal flow, but do you really need to follow them? Listen to us or not, the choice is yours!
Looking for the best travel headphones to make your morning commute more bearable? Learn how to pick the perfect headphones and earbuds for your travel style.
What kind of amp is best for your sound? Find out for yourself as we discuss the differences between tube amps and solid-state amps.
Every artist needs a good mixer. But which is right for you? Learn the difference between analog and digital mixers to find which fits your musical needs.
NAMM is always a good time. There’s so much to see! And while we couldn’t list everything, we did come up with our 10 favorite things we saw at NAMM 2024.
Guitar and bass effects pedals can be daunting. Where do you start with building a pedalboard? Right here at AMS!
What’s the difference between workstation and arranger keyboards? They have many of the same features but are designed for very different musicians.
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.
Looking for the perfect gift for a guitar player? Check out American Musical Supply’s Gift Guide for Guitar Players! Find top picks from essential gear like tuners and pedals to unique gifts like guitar-themed decor. Get inspired with gift ideas for every guitarist, beginner to pro!
Not sure what to get that musician on your list for the holidays? We have you covered! Check out the 2024 AMS Holiday Gift Guide to point you in the right direction.
The AMS crew went to Montreal to visit legendary Rush guitarist Alex Lifeson and learn all about his latest signature model: the Lerxst Limelight.
Rabea Massaad joined us in the AMS Tone Labs for a friendly chat about gear, songwriting, his newest EP, and when he started growing his ‘fro.