Sound check

Electro-Harmonix releases its most ambitious reverb pedal to date – and it goes way beyond ’verb to offer myriad sound-sculpting opportunities

French loadbox leader, Two Notes, releases the Swiss Army knife of amplifier attenuation and connectivity – we witness the results

ThorpyFX’s latest stacks up the germanium transistors for full-fat vintage tone in a functional modern setting

Mike Zaite explains how a background in electronics and a front-row seat to the British Invasion of the 1960s led to the formation of Dr Z Amplification – and why the sonics always lead the schematics

Seriously swish goodies ideal for treating yourself or your near ones Words: Sam Cross Photography: Neil Godwin

Gibson Les Paul Music City Special £1,599