Posts tagged 'Amps'

Ever hear that bluesy, crunchy sound pros like Eric Clapton and John Mayer love to use and wonder how you can possibly get that for yourself? Well, it's called "Edge of Breakup," and here's how you do it. 

Learn how to master amp settings with practical, step‑by‑step guidance that helps you shape your tone, balance EQ, control gain, and get a clean, powerful sound from any guitar amplifier.

Thinking about ditching the heavy old tube amp for something a bit more portable? Here are some things I wish I knew about amp modelers before making the switch myself.

We saw a TON of awesome gear at NAMM. But what were our favorite products...? Glad you asked! Here are the top 7 things we saw at NAMM 2026 according to the AMS Content Team.

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. 

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. 

Want great tone without breaking the piggy bank? Check out the AMS-approved list of best guitar amps under $200. Your wallet will thank you! 

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! 

You don't want to blow up your guitar amp, do you? Well then you better read this guide all about the difference between instrument cables vs. speaker cables!

Not sure where to start miking your guitar amp? Learn how microphone choice and positioning shape your recorded sound with this handy step-by-step guide how to mic a guitar amp to truly capture your tone. 

We were "Lucky" to spend an afternoon with the legendary Nathan East and talk all about his new signature Laney amp, recording process, and even got to jam with him in the new studio. Check out the interview now! 

No, they’re not Blue Guitars; it’s BluGuitar! You know, like Thomas Blug. Check out the latest AMS Interview all about modernizing amps, downsizing, and incredible tone. 

Combo and stack amps both do the same thing but in different ways. Learn about the differences to choose the one that’s right for your sound.

Bigger is always better, right? Well, not always. Learn all about amp wattage and how it affects volume to find the guitar amp that’s right for you.

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.