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Eddie Van Halen on how he discovered tapping watching Led Zep: "I never claimed that I invented it! But I do know how and when I figured out how to do it..."
"I never really heard anybody do with it what I did, which is actual pieces of music"
Best PA speakers 2023: compact and mobile active sound systems for bands and buskers
These PA systems and speaker setups are ideal for amplifying vocals and instruments – including Roland, Bose, Yamaha and JBL speakers
Gibson unveils $19,999 Custom Shop Kirk Hammett “Greeny” 1959 Les Paul Standard and a more affordable model is on its way
As another stunning replica from the Murphy Lab is released, Gibson reveals a production line “Greeny” Les Paul Standard will be released later this year, and it looks very nice indeed
Best Sennheiser headphones for recording 2023: studio-specific cans from the German audio giants
With 75 years in the game, Sennheiser knows a thing or two about audio. Here, we focus on the Sennheiser headphones that will help you up your game in the studio
J Rockett Audio Designs launches the Archer Select, a deluxe K-style boost and overdrive with 7 selectable clipping options
JRAD's new drive pedal promises to be the Centaur of attention as it takes the concept further with a whopping seven voicings in one gold box, and a speaker emulated DI out
Best looper pedals 2023: 12 loopers to fatten up your live guitar performances
Explore our pick of compact and floorboard loop stations and the best looper pedals for guitarists at every budget
Best metal amps 2023: get juggernaut tones with these heads and combos
Tube, solid-state and digital guitar amplifiers... these are the best amps for metal from Mesa/Boogie, Orange, Peavey and more
British man forced to pay almost £12,000 after he cancels sale of Studer A80 vintage tape machine on eBay
Mike Godden says he pulled the listing when he realised the machine was faulty
Watch Billy Gibbons join Billy Joel onstage at Madison Square Garden to jam on ZZ Top classics La Grange and Tush
A little bit of Texas took over NYC as Gibbons brought the house down during one of Joel's epic sets of his MSG residency
George Martin played on more Beatles songs than you think: are these his best piano solos and orchestral arrangements?
David Bennett lists the 27 songs that feature the Fab Four's producer's greatest contributions
What is the heaviest guitar riff of all time? Metal musicians have their say
A Metallica stalwart emerges as a redoubtable contender against '00s heavyweights from Meshuggah and Gojira, as Baroness, GWAR, Halestorm and more are polled by Revolver
Behringer says it’s slashing the prices of its synths by up to 60%
The end of the semiconductor shortage could be good news for your bank balance
Best Waves plugins 2023: our pick of essential effects to improve every aspect of your mixing
Our pick of Waves plugins, from ground-breaking stereo wideners to classic reverbs and legendary channels strips. Plus, how to use these plugins to improve your productions and how their new subscription model works
Best keyboards for beginners and kids 2023: Get started with our expert pick of beginner keyboards for all ages
Useful advice and recommendations to help you find the best entry-level keyboard piano for you or your child
The Edge: "I'd like to be the vanguard of this resurgence of guitars!"
"We are turning the amps on," he says of next U2 album
Benn Jordan road-tests his Tesla’s built-in music-making software: “I’m never opening this app again”
Producer and musician opens car DAW
Best electronic drum pads 2023: top drum and percussion pads for the studio and stage
Explore a world of sound with the best electronic drum pads around, from Roland, Yamaha, Alesis and Nord
Suzuki is marking its 70th anniversary by releasing a new version of the Omnichord
Someone call Damon Albarn
