BRENDEN DOBEL

The first time I picked up a tenor ukulele, I understood why players keep upgrading to this size. The 17-inch scale gives you fuller body resonance, more volume, and wider fret spacing that my larger hands actually appreciate. After spending three months testing eight of the most popular tenor ukuleles on the market, I have … Read more

There is something about the absinthe ritual that stops a room cold. You fill the fountain with ice water, balance a sugar cube on a slotted spoon, and let the slow drip transform a glass of green spirit into a cloudy, opalescent drink. That is the louche effect, and it has captivated artists, writers, and … Read more

Finding the best video cameras in means navigating a market packed with options ranging from pocket-sized vlogging tools to professional-grade camcorders. Our team spent weeks comparing 8 of the most popular models across every price tier to bring you recommendations that actually match real-world needs. Whether you are starting a YouTube channel, filming your first … Read more

Finding the best overdrive pedals for your rig can feel like searching for the perfect cup of coffee. Everyone has an opinion, the options seem endless, and what works for one player might fall flat for another. I have spent years stacking, swapping, and obsessing over gain stages on my pedalboard, and I want to … Read more

Looking for the best looper pedals to build layered soundscapes, practice smarter, or perform live? I have spent the last three months testing eight of the most popular loop stations on the market, running each one through practice sessions, home recording, and a few real gigs. After more than 90 hours of recording, overdubbing, and … Read more

I have spent the last three months testing eight of the most popular wah pedals on the market right now, running each one through a Stratocaster into a Princeton Reverb and a Marshall JCM800. I wanted to find the best wah pedals that actually deliver on tone, build, and value, not just the ones with … Read more

Your guitar is an investment worth protecting. Whether you’re a weekend warrior gigging at local venues, a touring musician flying coast to coast, or a hobbyist who wants safe storage at home, the best guitar cases keep your instrument safe from drops, humidity, and the chaos of travel. I’ve spent months testing different cases across … Read more

If you have spent any time on guitar forums lately, you already know the truth: the best amp modelers in have completely closed the gap with traditional tube amps. I have been playing through modelers for nearly a decade now, and what used to be a compromise feels like the smart choice for most working … Read more

I have spent the better part of three years testing MIDI keyboards in my home studio, and if there is one thing I learned, it is that the right controller completely changes how you make music. The wrong one just sits on your desk collecting dust. The best MIDI keyboards feel like an extension of … Read more

When I set up my first home studio, I bought a 61-key synth-action controller on a friend’s recommendation and spent the next six months cursing my own decision. I never used more than four octaves, the pads felt like tapping a cutting board, and the DAW mapping took longer than actually writing the song. That … Read more