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MOD Kits DIY Introduces Pre-Wired Assemblies
MOD Kits DIY Introduces Pre-Wired Assemblies For Guitar MODifications MODTM Kits DIY announced the introduction of their new product line for guitar modification – Pre-Wired Assemblies. Used to upgrade your existing guitar electronics, MODTM pre-wired assemblies enhance your overall tone and playing experience. Each MOD TM pre-wired assembly has a treble bleed volume pot mod […]
Eminence Speaker Introduces D-fend SA300
Eminence_D-fend_SA300_04012013 April 1, 2013 Eminence Speaker Introduces the Industry’s First Programmable Loudspeaker Protection and Attenuation Circuit. Eminence, KY – Eminence Speaker LLC is proud to introduce the D-fend™ SA300, a fully programmable stand-alone unit designed to protect passive loudspeakers from excessive power conditions. A patent-pending technology, D-fend™ allows maximum driver performance while ensuring damage-free operation. […]
On the Road: Paul Reed Smith Stops Visits Mom and Pop Stores to Demo PRS Amp Line
After returning home from working NAMM 2013 for TheToneKing.com, I had an interesting conversation with my boss at Goodtime Music in Streamwood Illinois: “Paul is coming to the shop in a couple of weeks.” “Who the hell is Paul guy, and why the hell should I care?” “Paul Reed Smith, and you should care because […]
Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery …
By Francis The Grin Gray I have come across a few critical opinions. Everyone is entitled to such and should carry the right to it as much as their right to breath, but one also must consider the effect of what is being said. I have heard it said that some individuals dislike companies like […]
Seven Deadly Strings
10, 11, 12 stringed guitars? Where does the madness end?
A Better Way to Sell Your Guitar
Sell This Guitar SANTA BARBARA, CA (February 8, 2013) — Walk into your local music store and see if you can find a 1955 Gibson Les Paul Jr. Chances are, unless you happen to live next door to Norman’s Rare Guitars, you won’t have much luck. And how do you go about selling a vintage […]
Enter NAMM: Behind the Scenes of TTK’s NAMM Coverage: Day 2
After a breakfast of Cheerios and vodka, I made my way to Anaheim Convention Center early to get the lay of the land. After roaming around a bit, I made note of private rooms from manufacturers like PRS, Gibson, Fender, Godin, and Taylor. Fender had already started with an exclusive early tour for […]
Enter NAMM: Behind the Scenes of TTK’s NAMM Coverage: DAY 1
Day 1: Didn’t sleep much the night before. Besides for a crying newborn, there were acid waves of anticipation oozing saturating my brain about my trip to NAMM. Never been and never thought I’d go. That is, until The Tone King called me up and said, “Wanna?” All of us at TTK have our […]
SCHECTER HELLWIN : NAMM 2013 : Schecter Guitars SYNYSTER GATES AMP Press Announcement
Enjoy this full NAMM Press Release of the new HELLWIN amp series by Schecter Guitars. This was a media only event, so I’m glad I am able to share the footage with you all! In the video : legendary amp builder JAMES BROWN along with Avenged Sevenfold guitarist Synyster Gates & the Schecter team. Want […]
Gearing up for NAMM
Ah, the quiet before the storm. Plane Tickets in hand, this is gearing up to be TTK’s biggest year at NAMM. In addition to bringing TheToneKing.com’s exclusive coverage to new heights, NAMM will be the breaking ground for The Future of Gear. The Tone King’s documentary that looks at the direction the of the industry […]
