Knowledge Base

Long has the term "Class A" been not only glorified, but widely misunderstood as well. Today, Dave Hunter demystifies this concept, tells us what Class A amps are, what they aren't, and whether or not it even matters.

You can always get more out of a great guitar. Sometimes, improvements are more simple than you'd think. Today, guitar guru David Hunter walks us through 5 easy ways to beef up the performance and sound of your beloved Les Paul.

Not every upgrade has to cost an arm and a leg. Today, Dave Hunter shows us five cost-effective and easy ways to give new life to our old electric guitars.

Our amps are made up of numerous electronic components, most of which wear out over time. In today's article, Dave Hunter outlines 5 quick ways to breathe life back into your favorite vintage tone monster.

Connoisseur of all things guitar and amp, Dave Hunter, walks us through the subtleties of 6V6 output tubes and compares three current-production 6V6s side-by-side.

Vacuum tubes are potentially the most vital piece of the tube amplifier puzzle. For years, these little valves have shaped the most iconic guitar sounds ever recorded. Today, Dave Hunter talks about the how’s and why’s behind these famous gadgets!

6L6 power tubes are a cornerstone of American amplified sound. Today, Dave Hunter A/B/C tests three popular modern-production 6L6s and gives his honest feedback on each.

Dave Hunter knows tubes like no other. Today, he walks us through some of the history behind the EL84 and also provides some very helpful sound comparisons between three of the most popular brands in the game.

Dave Hunter explores a number of ways guitarists can use different speakers to shape their tone and adapt to various of performance environments.

Dave Hunter explores the sonic characteristics of three current-production EL34 Power Tubes; the Mullard EL34 Reissue, the Electro Harmonix EL34, and the JJ EL34. Tune in for some great insight on how these tubes can influence your sound.

With thousands of pickups on the market, choosing the right one can be a daunting task. Many of us don't get the results we think we'll get and are left puzzled. Join us as Dave Hunter sheds some much-needed light on the issue!

Like anything else in your rig, every little thing can change your entire sound. And when it comes to your speaker cabinet, there are a ton of variables! Learn how different construction styles, sizes, and wood choices all play into your final tone.

An amp for every venue? Or one amp to rule them all? Sometimes it can be difficult to know which of your amps is right for which setting. Today we will talk about amp wattage, how it pertains to volume, and how to know which amp is right for the job.

Dave Hunter conducts a taste test to hear how different brands and types of preamp tubes compare. Dave provides great descriptions of tonal qualities as well as sound clips for reference.

In this episode of Make it Monday we have invited Dave Hunter to come by and help us revisit the basics of what goes where and what it all does.