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Mystery Shopper: MJ Guitars, Munich
Jun 22, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Mystery Shopper: MJ Guitars, Munich

posted by Sam Davis

The latest Guitar Jar Mystery Shopper finds us at MJ Guitars, Munich, Germany.

Raptor Guitar Pick Review
Jun 1, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Raptor Guitar Pick Review

posted by Sam Davis

When I received the samples of Raptor guitar picks to review for Guitar Jar, I was instantly impressed and somewhat surprised at the unorthodox aesthetic design features.

EP Review: “Beginning of the End; Genesis” by La Fin Absolute du Monde
May 25, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

EP Review: “Beginning of the End; Genesis” by La Fin Absolute du Monde

posted by Sam Davis

La Fin Absolute du Monde are one of the most interesting bands I’ve come across to come out of the USA. Their latest EP, “Beginning of the End; Genesis” finds  Full Article »

Buffalo FX introduces Germanium Fuzz and Tonebender MkII
May 16, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Buffalo FX introduces Germanium Fuzz and Tonebender MkII

posted by Sam Davis

Buffalo Fx is a one man band from France building vintage pedals for the modern day guitarist. The latest two pedals are Buffalo’s take on the classic Tone bender Mkii  Full Article »

Digitech Hardwire CM-2 Tube Overdrive Pedal Review
May 14, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Digitech Hardwire CM-2 Tube Overdrive Pedal Review

posted by Sam Davis

The Digitech Hardwire CM-2 Tube Overdrive features two usable gain modes and a flexible EQ, all housed in a rugged enclosure, producing a good quality sound at an affordable price.

Scar Tissue – Inspiration for Creativity
May 10, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Scar Tissue – Inspiration for Creativity

posted by Sam Davis

I’ve recently read “Scar Tissue” by Anthony Kiedis (frontman from the Red Hot Chili Peppers) and it’s inspired me to investigate the creative sources in our lives.

Jennifer Batten to visit the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance, London
May 9, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Jennifer Batten to visit the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance, London

posted by Sam Davis

Jennifer Batten, most recognised for her time as Michael Jackson’s guitarist over three world tours, will visit the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in Kilburn to give an exclusive masterclass  Full Article »

May 1, 2012 Ξ 1 comment

Mystery Shopper: Budagov Instruments, Tel Aviv

posted by Sam Davis

The latest Guitar Jar Mystery Shopper finds us a Budagov Instruments, Tel Aviv, Israel.

Win a signed Synyster Gates Custom Guitar from Schecter
Apr 25, 2012 Ξ 1 comment

Win a signed Synyster Gates Custom Guitar from Schecter

posted by Sam Davis

Win a signed Synyster Gates Custom Guitar from Schecter featuring the Seymour Duncan Synyster Gates Invader.

To shred or not to shred? That is the question…
Apr 24, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

To shred or not to shred? That is the question…

posted by Sam Davis

A friend recently gave me a load of various guitar magazines from the 80’s and 90’s. Aside from the haircuts and fashion, it seems the topics that guitarists were discussing  Full Article »

Trophy Guitar Straps Review
Apr 23, 2012 Ξ 1 comment

Trophy Guitar Straps Review

posted by Sam Davis

Trophy Guitar Straps was started in 2011 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and they take pride in making all their guitar straps right in the city, employing local workers.

“But I want it to sound like a Marshall…”
Apr 5, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

“But I want it to sound like a Marshall…”

posted by Sam Davis

With the recent passing of Jim Marshall, I thought I’d write a small tribute with regards to my guitar playing journey and my affection for Marshall Amplification.

Win a Seymour Duncan Distortion Mayhem Set
Apr 2, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Win a Seymour Duncan Distortion Mayhem Set

posted by Sam Davis

Win a new set of Seymour Duncan Distortion Mayhem guitar pickups!

Guthrie Govan Masterclass
Mar 28, 2012 Ξ Leave a comment

Guthrie Govan Masterclass

posted by Sam Davis

On Tuesday 17th April 2012, the Institute will welcome Guthrie Govan to give an exclusive masterclass to Institute students at the Tricycle Cinema in Kilburn.

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