Tony McGovern talks BOSS pedals, Texas’s standout guitar tone, touring, studio work, and how the band stays creative, dynamic, and relevant.
Inside James Walbourne’s guitar world: essential pedals, tone, songwriting, live performance, recording, and lessons from a life in music.
Vintage, rare, and classic effects reimagined with the PX-1 Plugout FX and BOSS Effects Pedals plug-ins—timeless tones for stage and studio.
From Sheffield shops to world tours, DR Guitars founder and master rig builder for the pros, Dean Rowbotham, retraces globetrotting steps.
EXPLORE LOOPING AND WIRELESS
Dive into the wide world of pedals and learn how they can further enhance your BOSS Katana amplifier experience.
The Acoustic Singer series provides self-contained amplification for performing singer/guitarists. These useful tips will elevate your gigs.
Weezer’s “Undone – The Sweater Song” helped propel the band’s debut album to success. Master this classic and pick up its distinctive sound with the BOSS Katana.
From livestreams to venues, a great acoustic guitar amp will power up a performance while retaining the unplugged vibe.
Learn to set up your BOSS Katana amplifier for live performance, plus dive into some best practices for achieving optimal sound quality.
The Ultimate Guide to Guitar Effects Pedal Order and Signal Chain
There's an art to assembling a pedalboard. Learn how perfecting a signal chain will reward you with the tone you've been seeking.
Ola Englund on the HM-2W: Swedish Chainsaw Tone Returns
A true authority on heavy metal, few guitarists are better equipped than Ola Englund to explore the distorted depths of the Waza Craft HM-2W.
Gain Appreciation: Analyzing the BOSS HM-2W
Colin Scott of CSGuitars spent quality time with the BOSS HM-2W, returning with a deep-dive technical exploration of the Waza Craft pedal.
What’s the Difference Between a DS-1, SD-1, and BD-2?
Discover the differences between these three pedals. Explore how they sound, how they’re used, and which one might work for you.
MT-2: A Heavy Metal History Lesson
The MT-2 is more than a million-selling mainstay of bedroom players. Learn how Biffy Clyro, Kurt Ballou, and others harness its extreme tone.
Why Every Guitarist Needs an SD-1
The legendary SD-1 is truly a sound for all styles. Run through four key advantages of the classic pedal and find out what it can do for you.
What’s the Difference Between Overdrive and Distortion?
Overdrive and distortion are unique sounds that can be confused. Gain an increased awareness of the differences between the two terms.
Five RC-5 Tips for the Gigging Musician
The RC-5 provides players a wealth of sonic possibilities, all without having to take hands off the guitar. Here are five powerful tips.
Delayed Reaction: Essential Live DM-2W Settings
Echo continues to be a favored sound for guitarists, both live and in the studio. Enter the DM-2W, a fresh take on the classic delay pedal.
The Many Uses of the BOSS NS-2 Noise Suppressor
Still the industry standard of noise gate pedals, guitarists can use this flexible NS-2 in several ways to tame the buzz.
A Chorus of Tones: CE-2W Studio Applications
From the goth to grunge, the CE-2W is the chorus to beat. Learn how the deceptively simple pedal works wonders in the studio.
Ola Englund on the HM-2W: Swedish Chainsaw Tone Returns
A true authority on heavy metal, few guitarists are better equipped than Ola Englund to explore the distorted depths of the Waza Craft HM-2W.
Gain Appreciation: Analyzing the BOSS HM-2W
Colin Scott of CSGuitars spent quality time with the BOSS HM-2W, returning with a deep-dive technical exploration of the Waza Craft pedal.
What’s the Difference Between a DS-1, SD-1, and BD-2?
Discover the differences between these three pedals. Explore how they sound, how they’re used, and which one might work for you.
MT-2: A Heavy Metal History Lesson
The MT-2 is more than a million-selling mainstay of bedroom players. Learn how Biffy Clyro, Kurt Ballou, and others harness its extreme tone.
Why Every Guitarist Needs an SD-1
The legendary SD-1 is truly a sound for all styles. Run through four key advantages of the classic pedal and find out what it can do for you.
What’s the Difference Between Overdrive and Distortion?
Overdrive and distortion are unique sounds that can be confused. Gain an increased awareness of the differences between the two terms.
Five RC-5 Tips for the Gigging Musician
The RC-5 provides players a wealth of sonic possibilities, all without having to take hands off the guitar. Here are five powerful tips.
Delayed Reaction: Essential Live DM-2W Settings
Echo continues to be a favored sound for guitarists, both live and in the studio. Enter the DM-2W, a fresh take on the classic delay pedal.
The Many Uses of the BOSS NS-2 Noise Suppressor
Still the industry standard of noise gate pedals, guitarists can use this flexible NS-2 in several ways to tame the buzz.
A Chorus of Tones: CE-2W Studio Applications
From the goth to grunge, the CE-2W is the chorus to beat. Learn how the deceptively simple pedal works wonders in the studio.
EXPLORE AMPS
The DUAL CUBE LX can reactivate a guitarist's creative spark. Here are four fun options for this compact desktop amp.
With the Version 3 update, Nextone builds on the line's robust tone shaping and customization power. Learn to maximize its latest features.
From the tiny Katana-Mini to the Katana Artist flagship combo, learn how each amp in the series could suit your unique musical needs.
Explore the origins of the revered brown sound and learn just how it's become a universally accepted measure of great guitar tone.
The BOSS Katana is ideal for woodshedding and improving your playing. Here are home practice tips to get the most from your amplifier.