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The Ibanez RGKP6 is a guitar with built-in electronic music effects courtesy of the top-mounted Korg Mini Kaoss Pad 2S.

Positive Grid Bias for desktop now available, along with it comes the much anticipated "Amp Matching" technology.

Aguilar Amplification unveils the Chorusaurus bass chorus pedal, analog bucket-brigade chorus tuned for bass.

Tim Reede Custom Guitars expand their electric guitar line with the chamberedbody Apollo, featuring Lollar pickups and Bigsby bridge.

Source Audio releases the Soundblox 2 Stingray Multi-Filter, featuring modulation, filter and overdrive effects.

Fender introduces the Adam Clayton Jazz Bass, based on the U2 bassist's vintage instrument.

PRS Guitars expand their high-gain amp line with a smaller 25 Watt Combo amp, the new Archon 25.

EVH introduces the 5150 III 1x12 50-watt combo amplifier, the latest combo configuration to come out from this popular line of amps.

Gibson Guitars introduce their first Les Paul with extended low-end range , the Les Paul Classic 7-String.

Fender adds the new American Standard Dimension Bass IV HH to their popular US-made American Standard line.

Epiphone expand their signature guitar line with the new Ltd. Ed. 2014 Tak Matsumoto DC Custom Outfit.

Gibson Guitars introduce the 2015 version of their offset-body Thunderbird Bass, now with improved features.

Charvel introduces the new Pro Mod Series Super Stock So-cal, a dual humbucker guitar with silver-sparkle finish.

PRS introduces the Dustie Waring Limited Edition "Floyd" Custom 24, based on the artist's workhorse guitar.

Fender expands their popular US-made electric guitar line with the new American Standard Stratocaster HSS.

Electro-Harmonix introduces the Pitch Fork pedal, a pitch transposer with +/- 3 octave range.

For the Fall 2014 Limited Edition 500 Series acoustic guitars, Taylor Guitars feature Tasmanian blackwood.

Epiphone is again banking on the popularity of Slash with the new Rosso Corsa Les Paul Standard.

Fractal Audio is joining the multi-effects floor pedal race with the FX8, featuring the same effects modeling technology as their popular Axe-FX II guitar processor.

TC Electronic expand their portable bass amplifier line with the new BH800 Bass amp head.

Koch Amps introduce the new Superlead, a tube-driven guitar preamp in stompbox format with modern overdrive tones.

Honoring their UK roots, Vox Amps introduces the limited edition V847 Union Jack Wah with Union Flag graphic.

Gibson unveils the latest iteration of the production model Firebird electric guitar, with upgraded features for 2015.

Taylor Guitars unveil the 2014 Fall Limited Edition 700 Series Guitars featuring exotic blackheart sassafras wood.

DigiTech re-introduces the DOD Compressor 280, the same electro-optical compressor now more pedalboard-friendly.

Strymon introduces the Deco pedal, a tape emulator with Tape Saturation and Doubletracker effects.

Vox introduces the 2nd generation of their guitar headphone amp line, the amPlug 2, featuring four new models.

Gibson introduces the 26th Collector's Choice guitar, based on the 1959 Burst finish Les Paul of Brad Whitford.

TC Group, parent company of guitar gear manufacturer TC Electronic, has announced that it is for sale.

Mesa/Boogie expands their Mark series amplifier line with the new compact Mark Five: 25 amp head.

TC Electronic introduce their newest Reverb pedal, the Trinity v2 or T2 for short, featuring 10 distinct reverb modes.

Fender introduces the Classic Player Triple Tele, a unique Telecaster with 3 slanted single-coil pickups.

Keeley Electronics is now shipping the Katana Blues Drive, featuring active tone controls and "layered" overdrive.

Guitar Drum is an interesting attachable add-on for acoustic guitar that produces "cajon" like drum sounds.

Jensen expand their speaker line with two distinct sounding Jensen Bass Speakers - Punch Sound and Smooth Sound.

Electro-Harmonix introduces Turnip Greens, a multi-effect pedal that combines overdrive and reverb in one package.

EVH Gear announce the launch of their most affordable Wolfgang model, the Wolfgang WG Standard.

Fender Custom Shop introduces the limited edition Tom Petty Kingman, a black dreadnought with Strat style headstock.

Gibson Custom shop continues to bring back vintage Les Pauls, this time featuring Waddy Wachtel's Bigsby equipped Burst 1960 Les Paul.

Fender introduces the new Classic Player Strat HH, featuring two Wide Range Special humbuckers.

Reunion Blues announces the release of two new RBX Double Gig Bag models for electric and bass guitars.

Gretsch unveils the G6112TCB-JR Center-Block LTD 2-Tone guitar, a thinline model with elegant two-tone finish.

Fender Guitars expand their Vintage Modified Series amplifiers with the new '68 Custom Vibrolux Reverb.

PRS Guitars introduce the first all-mahogany acoustic guitar in their SE Angelus lineup, the SE A10E.

Electro-Harmonix introduces the NanoLooper 360, a compact looper pedal with 360 seconds of looping time.

Orange Amplification introduces a new entry level guitar and amp bundle, the Orange Guitar Pack.

Line 6 introduces the new Sonic Port VX, a mobile audio interface with multiple built-in mics and preamps.

B.C. Rich releases the Warlock Lucky 8 guitar, an 8-string variant of the company's popular guitar model.

MOD Kits DIY introduces The Aggressor, a new Do-It-Yourself kit that will let you build a high-gain distortion pedal.

Ampeg announces the worldwide availability of their redesigned combo bass amplifiers, the BA-112 and BA-115.

Fender unveils the latest addition to their affordable Classic Player series, the distinct looking short-scale Rascal Bass.

BOSS expands their looper pedal lineup with a new standard-sized entry-level stompbox, the RC-1 Loop Station.

Carvin announces the availability of a new exotic wood option for use on fretboards - Zebrawood.

Wampler Pedals introduce the Clarksdale Overdrive, the brand's boutique take on the famous Tube Screamer circuit.

Fender honors the 60th Anniversary of the Strat by releasing new Limited Edition American Standard Stratocasters.

PRS Guitars introduces the Archon 50, the smaller sibling of the Archon amp, operating at 50 or 25 watts.

Cort Guitars expand their Classic Rock single-cutaway series with the new CR230, featuring dual EMG pickups and coil-tapping.

Keeley Electronics introduce the Mag Echo Pedal, a compact pedal that simulates tube tape echo sounds.

Tanglewood Guitar introduces the TW115-SSCE, one of new models from their revamped Premier Series.

The Seymour Duncan Pickup Booster Pedal is back in production, with increased drive capability and a new look.

Decibel Eleven introduces the Dirt Clod, an all-analog dual clipping overdrive and distortion pedal with preset control.

Jackson expands their bass offering with the new five-string David Ellefson Signature Kelly Bird V Bass.

Larrivée Guitars introduce the P-03M and OM-03M, featuring with all-solid mahogany top, back, sides and neck.

Gibson introduces the redesigned RD Artist, featuring a curved reverse-body design inspired by the Firebird shape.

PRS Guitars introduce the Brushstroke 24, a limited edition guitar based on Paul's current workhorse instrument.

Boss introduces their updated delay effect, the Waza Craft Delay DM-2W, featuring two modes and longer delay time.

Two new X Series acoustic guitars are now available from C.F. Martin & Co, the OMXAE Black and DXAE Black.

DigiTech introduces the DOD Bifet Boost 410, a volume boost pedal that lets you switch the buffer circuit on or off.

Gretsch expands finish options for the G6137TCB Panther with the limited edition Flagstaff Sunset finish version.

Gibson unveils the DJ Ashba Signature Les Paul, a guitar that combines classic LP design with modern wiring mods.

Jackson Guitars expand their top-of-the-line Custom Select Series with the new JCS Special Edition PC1 guitar.

Following up on their recent entry-level acoustic release, Epiphone unveils the Slash "AFD" Les Paul performance pack, featuring artist co-designed guitar, amp and accessories package.

EVH Gear expands their Stripe Series with the new "Circles", based on the guitar that Van Halen used in their 1981 "Unchained" video.

Charvel introduces the limited edition Super Stock SD1 FR, featuring a striking Sunset Orange Flake gloss finish.

Vox gives the Night Train a classic twist with the new NT15C1-CL, featuring traditional exterior styling.

Gibson unveils the Les Paul All Wood, the latest iteration of their popular guitar with figured maple top and back.

C. F. Martin & Co. introduces their latest limited edition guitar, the SS-0M42-14, limited to only 25 guitars worldwide.

Boss introduces a special "Waza Craft" version of the Super Overdrive pedal, said to be more versatile and responsive.

Epiphone introduces the PRO-1 Collection, entry-level guitars geared toward making learning to play easier.

The PRS S2 Singlecut Semi Hollow completes the company's new trio of thinline guitars for their S2 series.

Following up on the revamp of their Masterworks series, Alvarez introduces the newly redesigned MDA70.

ESP Guitars pay tribute to the late Slayer guitarist Jeff Hanneman by releasing the limited edition LTD JH Tribute 2014 Urban Camo guitar.

Recording King introduces the RP1-16C Torrefied Top acoustic guitar, featuring heat-aged Adirondack spruce top.

The Loar expands their parlor-size guitar line with the new LH-204 Brownstone, designed to provide vintage-style blues feel and tone.

Peavey introduces a new line of licensed guitars and accessories that feature graphics based on the Star Wars franchise.

JHS unveils the Emperor pedal, a multi-voiced chorus and vibrato effect pedal in one, with tap tempo.

C.F. Martin & Co. celebrates the 25th anniversary of their facility in Navojoa, Mexico with the new 000RS25 guitar.

ESP Guitars unveil the new LTD Ride The Lightning limited edition guitar, featuring a graphic finish that replicates the cover art of Metallica's second album.

In line with the 1st Anniversary of their S2 Series, PRS introduces the S2 Custom 22 Semi-hollow, a dual humbucker thinline guitar with coil split.

Vox introduces the AC4C1-12, a 4 Watt all-tube combo amplifier based on the popular Vox AC30.

Modify your amp with the Yellow Jackets NOS Tube Converter, for use with EL34, 6L6, 7027 or 6V6 output tubes.

Boss introduces the Waza Craft Special Edition Blues Driver pedal, featuring all analog circuitry and dual voicing.

Blues guitarist, singer and producer Johnny Winter passed away at the age of 70 on July 16, 2014.

Roland introduces the 60-Watt amp Blues Cube Stage, a blues-friendly addition to their popular Cube amp series.

Korg introduces the SDD-3000, a programmable digital delay pedal developed with the help of U2 tech Dallas Schoo.

Mesa/Boogie unveils the CabClone, a stand-alone passive load box, cabinet simulator and direct recording interface.

Silent Guitars are acoustic or electric guitars that are stripped down to bare essentials, even the body becomes optional.

PRS introduces the S2 Mira Semi-Hollow, a thinline double cutaway guitar with low output humbuckers.

The Tele Servo Bender has generated quite the buzz in Reddit's guitar section and it's easy to see why, this DIY guitar features four servo motors that bends the A, D, G and B strings via foot pedals.

Epiphone unveils the Ceramic Plus humbucker, a high output pickup designed for modern metal and rock.