February 22, 2025

Gear Reviews & News

Keeley Presents Trailblazing OCTA PSI Transfigurating Fuzz Pedal

Features include: Polyphonic octave and pitch shifter with three modes, analog fuzz circuit with three-way tone switch, flexible output configuration, all Wet or Wet/Dry blend, momentary or latching octave/pitch options, adjustable ramp speed for pitch bending.

Jackson Launches Pro Series Signature Guitar with Tetrarch’s Diamond Rowe

"I am the first female in the history of Jackson with a signature guitar and the first African American female signature artist in heavy music. I feel so honored to have now joined such an elite group of players."

Eric Clapton’s New Album ‘Meanwhile’ Features Six Previously Unreleased Songs; Hear “One Woman” Now

The album includes collaborations with other veterans, including Van Morrison, Bradley Walker, Judith Hill, Daniel Santiago, Simon Climie, and the late Jeff Beck.

BOSS GX-100: In a Crowded Multi-Effects Market, Boss Proves Why They’re Still Masters of Guitar Tone

Offering exceptional audio quality, a vast array of effects, and intuitive control, the GX-100 is a sound-boosting tool.

David Gilmour Plays Blazing Solos on Body Count’s Revamped ‘Comfortably Numb,’ Continues to Promote New Album ‘Luck and Strange’

"It astonishes me that a tune I wrote almost 50 years ago is back with this great new approach. They've made it relevant again."

Gibson Upgrades Les Paul Studio: Lighter Build, More Options

The new model, which retails from between $1,799 and $1,999, features a modern weight-relieved mahogany body, making it lighter and more comfortable to play.

Dave Navarro Says ‘Mental Health Issues’ Caused Jane’s Addiction to Cancel Tour

"Our concern for his personal health and safety as well as our own has left us no alternative. We hope that Perry will find the help he needs." -- Dave Navarro

Pretty Shocking!: Jane’s Addiction Cancel Remainder of Reunion Tour

The band's official website has been updated to indicate the rest of the band's North American tour has been canceled. "Unfortunately, the Event Organizer has had to cancel your event," reads a message from Ticketmaster.

Eric Clapton’s Star-Studded 2023 Crossroads Guitar Festival Celebrated With New Box Sets

Performers included blues veterans Joe Bonamassa and Santana, rock veterans like Sheryl Crow and John Mayer, rising stars such as Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, hybrid blues act Gary Clark Jr., and even folk-rock pioneer Roger McGuinn.

Seven Early Beatles Records Return to Life in Vinyl Box Set ‘The Beatles: 1964 U.S. Albums in Mono’

The box, which will be released on November 22, features seven albums released in the U.S. between January 1964 and March 1965

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Gibson TV and AXS TV Join Forces to Celebrate National Guitar Day with Slash, Mike Campbell, More

The network opens with an expose of the cherished gear of blues master Buddy Guy, and then continues its deep dive into the extraordinary, personal guitar collections of music’s biggest artists.

FretBuzz Gear of the Year 2024: Keeley Octa Psi — From Dark to Whimsial, a Simple, Versatile Fuzz Octave Combo

Inspired by and integrating elements of Electro-Harmonix Big Muff PI, the Digitech Whammy Pedal, and the Electro-Harmonix Pitchfork polyphonic pitch shifter, anyone looking to embellish or enhance their playing will find plenty to enjoy.

Watch a Preview For “Becoming Led Zeppelin,” A New Biography About the Year Jimmy Page’s Post-Yardbirds Band Went Supernova

“When I saw the early cut of the film premiered, at the Venice Film Festival, it was amazing. The energy of the story, and the power of the music, is phenomenal." -- Jimmy Page

Gibson Unveils New Custom Color Series ES-335 & ES-335 Figured Models

Offered in Figured Top and Plain Top versions, the new Gibson Custom Color Series ES-335s join the previously released and popular SG™ Standard, SG Standard ’61, and the Les Paul™ Standard 50s and 60s guitars.

Marshall Lights Up NAMM with New Gear, Benefit Show for California Wildfires Featuring Tom Morello, Nita Strauss, Others

In response to the recent wildfires affecting communities in Los Angeles, Marshall partnered with iconic DIY venue Chain Reaction to host an all-star benefit show during NAMM, with all proceeds going directly to MusiCares.

Watch the Mountain of New Gear Being Showcased at NAMM 2025

Here is some hot news about new products by Marshall, ESP, Peavey, Ibanez, Friedman, and Taylor. Stay tuned for more.

FretBuzz Gear of the Year 2024: Best Experimental Modulation — Gamechanger Audio Auto Chorus

Sonic adventurers and thrill seekers will grin in dumbstruck euphoria as they tinker with the multitude of configurations.