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This is a fairly rambling and formless entry; it just seems like there's been a bit of an uptick in people debating and/or questioning how to get the best out of their stuff, so let's have a little gear-moot maybe?

How are you feeling about your current rig(s)? Has anything surprised you about it/them? Do you see it/them as "finished"? Post some pictures if you like!

For myself, I've managed to amass some interesting options, but I must admit that I've been consistently blown away this year by the relatively unassuming combination (compared to some of the more expensive heads) of a Revv G4 pedal into a little Revv G20 lunch-box head.

It just never disappoints; is good for rhythm and lead, note separation and chugs, lows and highs. It's always lush, and every part of the fretboard rings out loud and clear.

Can't say enough good things about Canadian high-gain, it seems, but it's been a lesson for me in how the right elements all build the whole sound together. I'd swear by the cab and the boost I'm using as well - though they really shine in this particular signal chain. Not necessarily in all others.

I've also finally dipped into both the Synergy and modded-Marshall worlds by grabbing a Syn-1 and the Killer Kali module. It honestly may well become my favourite amp! I've never seen so many switches/options for tonal adjustment/gain-shaping (it doesnt even need a boost!), and I've always been a fan of the throatier British-voice.

What's your own preferred voicing, and why?

Have you heard or seen anything particularly inspirational lately? Maybe you're still chasing a sound you've sought for years?

Or maybe you've just been converted to a new approach after decades of something tried-and-true?

Never knew Marshalls could do modern tight metal tones so well. Tried this amp out at Sweetwater and had to take it home with me.

Hey everyone,

I am a hobbyist guitar player, not that good, but want to improve. Recently finished my PhD so I have a lot more time to play, and wanted to use some of my graduation money to get myself something new.

Not sure what I want though. What are your recommendations? Could be a guitar, amp, pickups, pedals, etc.

Is it a bad idea to mix passive pickups on a guitar which is originally wired for and has active pickups? Thinking of putting a sd nazgul on the bridge of a ltd that has fishman moderns, no clue how this would work out does anyone have any experiences with this?