FOR FANS OF high-gain amps, 1992 was a breakthrough year unlike any other (previously or since). This period saw the introduction of the Peavey 5150, Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier, Bogner Ecstasy, VHT Pi

Made by a keyboard company for use with its organs, this rotary simulator pedal has plenty to get guitarists in a spin

Flattley combines the functions of two of its pedals into one chassis to create a Marshall-flavoured drive and boost

Victory’s most advanced compact amp to date promises huge tone-potential in a lunchbox-sized package. We’re feeling hungry…

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