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Valves continue to deliver delectable tone in this line-up of world-class heads and combos

The bombastic benchmark of the ‘brown’ sound has been channelled through a single-ended EL34 power section and hybrid preamp, with significant volume and price savings

Electro-Harmonix revives the classic three-transistor Tone Bender and evolves it for more sonic variety

This year’s new tech puts a world of effects at your feet

IF YOU’VE BEEN paying attention to the contemporary guitar scene over the past 24 months, chances are you’ve heard of Mk.gee, everyone’s favorite fast-rising guitar hero who has ushered in a tonal rev

Moving into four figures, there’s a considerable, very diverse choice of serious electrics