Gear Reviews

Performing songwriters, especially those that leverage acoustic instruments when they perform, should pay attention to this lightweight, all-in-one PA from Mackie. It has a great, full-range sound for such a small, easy-to-transport package.

I’ll get right to the point on my favorite feature of this system: You can set this system up, from protected in its heavy-duty bag to sound check, in about 30 seconds. No kidding.

Quite honestly, there isn’t much to be said for this Gibson acoustic that it doesn’t say for itself. It is nothing less than a fantastic instrument, and one of the absolute best signature models Gibson has produced.

Yamaha P-121B Digital Piano A true acoustic piano sound is what inspires a lot of singer-songwriters. I am one of them. If your instrument sounds and feels right, you are moved to do...

Fender American Performer Series Stratocaster Over the last few years, Fender has gone back to the drawing board and re-imagined many of their most popular guitars, adding player requested specs to produce a factory-modded instrument,...

Each piano sound felt very natural and responsive, and I swore I was playing on the “real deal” at points, let alone making this feel like a super expensive workstation.

JBL One Series 104 Desktop Reference Monitors A second set of ears is always a good idea when mixing your music. A second set of speakers is also a smart idea. Given that...

I’ll start with a disclaimer: I’m an LR Baggs fan… my Para DI has saved me countless times from weak output, tricky room acoustics and monitor feedback. I was, however, a little curious when the company announced...

The SE Angelus is worth considering for its combination of looks, sound and utility in this price class.

IK Multimedia Axe I/O makes it ‘caveman’ easy to get pro-quality recordings in the comfort of my home.