This is great youtube video that I came across where you can check out a comparison of the Matchless DC-30 and the Divided By 13 RSA 23. Both these amps have such amazingly rich qualities which really come through in this demo. (more...)

Having myself been a proud owner of the Peachfuzz, I can say first hand that this is a really sweet Fuzz/Overdrive box. The Peachfuzz, like all Frantone Pedals, is handmade and features true bypass switching. (more...)

This post was originally going to list a number of boutique amps that were inspired by the classic 18 Watt Marhsall combo made from 1965 - 1967. It's no doubt that the 18 Watt Marshall has a specific and widely sought after sound, however after doing some digging we felt that a list of all 18 Watt Boutique amps might be a more useful list. (more...)

Matchless amps are some of the best boutique amps on the market. Because of their widespread popularity and almost twenty years of being in business, there are quite a few used Matchless amps being bought and sold daily. A lot of these amp listings refer to "The Sampson Era" which has been a source of confusion for some. (more...)

While great boutique or vintage gear might get you the sound you're looking for, you have to back it up with something interesting to say. And for that you have to go back to the roots and spend some serious time with the masters. Back to the woodshed as the saying goes. (more...)

The Fender Blues Junior is a great little 15 watt, tube amp that has become a favorite of guitarists seeking a fat tube tone on a budget. Out of the box the Blues Jr gets its great sound from two EL84 output tubes and three 12AX7 preamp tubes. (more...)