Matt McCracken

Electric Guitars

Fender JV Modified ’50s Stratocaster HSS review: A potent mix of old and new Strat specs

This Japanese-made, 50s-inspired Strat is based on an 80s Squier, but can it hold its own against ‘proper’ Fenders?
Electric Guitars

The Big Review: Fender JV Modified ’60s Custom Telecaster – looks like an old-school Tele, sounds like much more than that

This Japanese-built Telecaster marries the old and new, but is that enough to make it a modern classic?
Amplifiers

Line 6 Catalyst 60 review: This budget digital combo could be all the amps and effects you really need

The pioneers of the modelling amplifier have returned with the new Catalyst series, but does Line 6 have a new champion on its hands?
Amplifiers

The Big Review: Blackstar St. James 50 EL34 Combo – can this weight-saving valve combo hang with the heavy brigade?

Blackstar’s latest all-valve amp range promises big tones without the usual backache, but this one-hand-carry 50W combo also has some hidden tricks.
Effects

Carl Martin Ampster review: A valve-driven pedalboard amp offering realistic tones in a pocketable package

This pint-sized powerhouse puts the roar of a half-stack right at your feet. But will it replace your regular rig?
Electric Guitars

Vintage Guitars Icon V65V review: a pre-aged offset for a bargain price

The Vintage brand sets out to boost its indie street cred by adding an offset-waist solidbody to its pre-roughed-up Icon series – does it sound as ‘alternative’ as it looks?
Effects

Foxgear T7E Baby review: an affordable Echorec tribute for Floyd fans to fawn over

This fresh offering from Foxgear delivers exotic echo tones perfect for those who worship at the altar of Gilmour.
Effects

Fender Duel Pugilist Distortion review: A heavyweight distortion with formidable punch combinations

Fender steps into the ring with this ambidextrous dual distortion pedal, giving you more options than you’ll know what to do with.
Effects

Fender Dual Marine Layer Reverb review: proof that there’s more to Fender reverb than surf

The Big F makes its mark in multi-effects with this resourceful reverb pedal. Authentic Fender reverb tone with player-focused design.
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