The AMS Blog

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. 

It was definitely hot when we interviewed Chris and Ryan from Hot Mulligan — the weather wasn't friendly... But we still got to talk all about their time at Warped Tour, the rebirth of emo, and of course their signature Reverend guitars. 

Want to get weird with your guitar tone? Here are our top 10 favorite "crazy" guitar pedals to add some wild to your tone — and some of these are REALLY crazy... 

Does tonewood really matter? It's a debate as old as the guitar itself. Here's the honest scoop about tonewood and how it may or may not affect your guitar's tone, along with some of the most popular tonewoods for both acoustic and electric guitars. 

You're probably sick of hearing about AI, but could an AI-powered amp actually be a good thing in the world...? We went to find out by playing the new Positive Grid Reactor AI-powered guitar amp — and were pleasantly surprised! 

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.

Ever wonder what your voice or wind instrument would sound like through guitar effects pedals? Well wonder no more! Because we've done it, and here are all the secrets to unlocking unlimited tone — no guitar needed. 

AI is everywhere these days. But does it belong in music? There are some good arguments coming from both sides, but here's a musician's thoughts on the matter. What are yours? 

Breedlove has always made good guitars. But they might have outdone themselves with their newest acoustic line: Artisan and Roots series. We got to try them out, and here's what we thought. 

What do you do if you have a bunch of Walrus Audio gear laying around the studio? You use it to jam on The Beatles' "I Am the Walrus" of course! Check out this tasty jam and all the gear that made it possible. 

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.

Does Fender own the rights to S-style guitars? Well, that's what their latest lawsuit aims to find out as the guitar giant sends cease-and-desist letters to other builders, attempting to stop production of Stratocaster copies. 

Ever wonder why your tone sounds muddy? It might be your effects! Luckily, there's a simple and easy fix called the four-cable method which will return that clarity and articulate sound back into your hands.

Gibson has officially opened their vault. What treasures lay inside? All the most influential guitars of the 20th century — and we got to check it out FIRST! You won't believe what we saw. 

Watching someone perform a live loop might seem like magic, but it's actually pretty straightforward once you get the hang of it. Want to get started on your very own looping journey? Here's where to start. 

Buying music gear online is tough. You can't physically touch or see the instrument to make sure it's right for you! But you can have a positive online buying experience if you know what to look for... Here are the key features to look for when shopping for gear online.

The new Empress Drive just dropped... And we got to check it out! It was a really solid overdrive pedal that gives you exactly what you'd expect with some awesome tone-shaping abilities. 

Ever wonder what a battle between a plane, tank, and submarine would look like? So do we! That's why we caught Tigers Jaw before their show to ask them. It's a fun interview you don't want to miss. 

You have the vision, but how do you get it out so others can enjoy it? Learn how to record and release your own song right from your bedroom — and on a budget. 

It takes a lot to build some of the best acoustic guitars in the game? What does it take exactly? Well, we went and asked one of the top builders in the business: Bob Taylor himself! If you like acoustic guitars, you don't want to miss this interview.