July 03, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 3 - 4 minutes. Northlane’s guitar tones are known for their crushing intensity and precise detail, whether in the studio or on stage. But behind the scenes, keeping those tones consistent takes more than just killer gear. In this exclusive interview, Northlane’s guitar tech shares how Spark GO has become an essential part of their touring toolkit, offering tone-checking flexibility and portable power, plus surprising accuracy in emulating their full rig.

July 14, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 3 - 4 Minutes. Yeah, we know—you’re itching to dive into blazing solos, shred like a legend, and melt faces right out of the gate. But here’s the truth: before you unleash your inner Steve Vai, you’ve got to lock down the basics of rhythm guitar.

July 07, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 3 - 4 Minutes. Practicing guitar on the road, whether you’re on tour with the band or on a business trip, has never been an easy feat, especially for electric guitar players looking for the perfect traveling practice guitar amp. Bringing an acoustic guitar around just doesn’t hit the same

June 24, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 3-4 Minutes. Great tone isn’t just for the pros. It’s your musical fingerprint. And when you’re just starting out, having a tone that feels right can make the difference between staying inspired or losing momentum. The best beginner guitar tones help you play better, sound better, and enjoy every second of the journey.

June 17, 2025

Estimated Read Time 3 - 4 minutes. It’s a story as old as time: you decide it’s time to tap into your inner musician and start learning how to solo on your guitar. You do your research, pick up some gear, find a teacher (or fire up some YouTube tutorials), and get to jamming. Things are going great... until you hit the dreaded roadblock. The learning curve just got steeper, and suddenly you're stuck, unsure how to take your playing to the next level. Unfortunately, this is the point when many guitars become wall art.

May 28, 2025

Estimated Read Time 4 - 5 Minutes. We get it. The idea of artificial intelligence in music can sound… ominous. If you’ve ever joked (nervously) that a robot’s about to take your spot in the band—same. But let’s take a deep breath together: AI isn’t here to replace your creativity, your tone, or your epic-but-questionable jazz fusion side project.

May 28, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 2 - 3 minutes. Buying your first guitar amp can feel like learning a whole new instrument. Wattage, modeling, speakers—what does it all mean? If you're just starting out or buying a gift for someone who is, you don't need to know everything. You just need the right first amp—one that makes playing more fun, more rewarding, and less intimidating.

May 09, 2025

To celebrate Mother’s Day, we’re highlighting (in no specific order) ten of the hardest working moms in rock n roll. Whether they have managed to juggle tour life with the duties of motherhood, written songs about their children, or even produced some musical offspring of their own, there’s no denying that these moms are totally badass.