KEELEY DIGS INTO HIS BAG OF
TRICKS WITH THE GERMANIUM
OXBLOOD OVERDRIVE
Robert Keeley is the master of the
deadstock germanium transistor, and has
used his latest batch to fortify the output
of the Oxblood Overdrive, transforming
the sonic character into a smooth beast
with plenty of hair on tap. The latest find is
a harvest of OC75s that are plugged into
the circuit output for a refined character.
AC NOISES HEADS INTO FUZZ
COUNTRY WITH THE ESPLORA
The Esplora Fuzz by AC Noises offers up
a vintage fuzz experience with enough
switching options to keep the knobhounds
at bay. A toggle switch takes the Tone
control out of the circuit, enhancing the
mids and the volume for a closed-fist
uppercut of tone that will send your amp
reeling. The other switch brightens the
gain, which is perfect for lead players.
REVEREND GUITARS CELEBRATES
20 YEARS WITH THE
MERCALLI BASS
Reverend’s 20th anniversary tour continues
onward with the Mercalli Bass, available
in both four- and five-string versions.
The Mercalli features a Korina body for
Reverend’s trademark resonance. A
unique Pickup Pan control dials in just the
right amount of tone from each pickup,
and a primo quiver of hardware is pepper
throughout.
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