Cian Hodge
Articles By Cian
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New Fender American Professional Guitars and Basses: Ultimate Workhorse Range
A refreshed flagship Fender USA-built range for working players with a host of design upgrades and revoiced vintage pickups across the classic line-up.
13 Oct 2026 - 14 min read
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Fishman Fluence vs. Bare Knuckle vs. EMG Guitar Pickups: The Best Modern Metal Pickups
We compare three of the titans of the pickup world - which one will suit your sound?
5 Oct 2026 - 12 min read
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How To Record Guitar At Home
Recording your guitar playing at home is easier than ever before. Here are the techniques and tech you can use at home to help you lay down professional level guitar tracks.
3 Sep 2026 - 20 min read
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Sound like Sleep Token: Guitar, Bass, Synth, Samplers and Vocals
Behind the mysterious masks of the anonymous members of Sleep Token are highly accomplished musicians at the forefront of modern metal and hard rock tone. Let's explore the guitars, amps, synths, samplers and effects that Vessel, II, III and IV use to get their genre-bending sounds.
26 Aug 2026 - 16 min read
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What Is A Guitar Impulse Response?
Impulse responses, cab sims, algorithmic reverb - and how it all works for you!
18 Aug 2026 - 14 min read
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How To Make Your Guitar Sound Like A Synth
Would you like to delve into the enormous sonic possibilities of a synth… without buying a synth? These are the best ways to shape the sound of your guitar into electronic leads, fuzzy bass, huge pads and wild noises!
14 Aug 2026 - 15 min read
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Acoustic Guitars: Solid Tops vs. Laminate Tops
The sound of your acoustic guitar is a team effort. Construction, hardware, neck shape – all parts make a difference. But arguably the most important component is the top wood. In this article, we'll delve deeper into the difference between solid tops and laminate tops. Read on for the full lowdown!
31 Jul 2026 - 8 min read
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What is a loadbox?
Back in the day, a microphone and speaker cabinet combo used to be the only way to transfer the sound of a valve amplifier into a mixer/PA system or PC to capture your guitar. In stepped the loadbox: a handle little device that opens all sorts of options to connect for recording and live shows. Let's explore what a loadbox does and how they work with the likes of cabinet simulators and attenuators.
27 Jul 2026 - 7 min read
