🎵 WHY THIS RUSH 2026 TOUR MATTERS: Rush has been one of the most influential progressive rock bands in music history. From their early albums like Fly By Night and Caress of Steel, through their masterpiece 2112, to the iconic Moving Pictures era with Tom Sawyer and Limelight, Rush has defined what it means to be a power trio in rock music. Geddy Lee's bass playing revolutionized how bassists approach their instrument - his Rickenbacker and Fender Jazz bass tones are legendary. Alex Lifeson's guitar work spans everything from heavy Gibson Les Paul riffs to ambient PRS soundscapes. And Neil Peart - the Professor - was simply the greatest drummer who ever lived, with his massive drum kits and unparalleled technical mastery. After Neil Peart's tragic passing in 2020, most Rush fans (myself included) assumed we'd never see Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson perform Rush music live again. This 50th anniversary tour announcement for 2026 changes everything for the Rush fan community. This isn't just a concert tour - it's a celebration of 50 years of musical excellence, technical mastery, and songs that have meant everything to millions of fans worldwide. From Anthem to YYZ, from The Spirit of Radio to Subdivisions, from Closer to the Heart to Red Barchetta, Rush's catalog is unmatched in progressive rock history. Whether you discovered Rush through their 70s prog rock epics like Hemispheres, A Farewell to Kings, and the legendary 2112 suite, their 80s synth era with Grace Under Pressure, Power Windows, and Hold Your Fire, or their later work like Vapor Trails, Snakes & Arrows, and Clockwork Angels, this Rush 2026 tour is for YOU. For musicians like myself, Rush represents the pinnacle of instrumental virtuosity combined with intelligent songwriting. Geddy's bass lines are masterclasses in melodic playing. Alex's guitar solos and chord progressions have influenced generations of guitarists. Neil's drum parts are studied in music schools worldwide. This Rush reunion tour will feature the iconic songs that defined Canadian rock music and influenced countless progressive metal, hard rock, and alternative rock bands. Expect classics from every era of Rush's 50-year career. As a gear enthusiast and home studio musician, I've spent decades trying to capture the tones that made Rush's albums so iconic - from Alex Lifeson's Marshall and Mesa Boogie amp sounds to Geddy Lee's bass rig setup. This tour will showcase that legendary Rush sound live once again. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker #rush #rushisback #lonelyrocker Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

Eric Klein walks me through the new Line 6 Helix Stadium and Stadium XL at Guitar Summit 2025, plus ENGL reveals their first truly affordable amplifier. Full coverage includes Revv Amps, tube supply reality, Earth Quaker Devices, Zilla Cabs, and more from Mannheim, Germany. Support my channel by shopping at: Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Oe94YQ Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=2481 ZZounds: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3989122 I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I'm at Guitar Summit 2025 in Mannheim, Germany, and this show delivered some serious gear announcements. Eric Klein from Line 6 gave me an exclusive walkthrough of the new Helix Stadium and Stadium XL amp modelers, and he hinted that Line 6 isn't done with the Helix lineup yet. ENGL Amplification surprised everyone by unveiling their first truly affordable amplifier - a game-changer for players who want that legendary ENGL tone without the premium price tag. Beyond the big announcements, I connected with Derek from Revv Amps, explored the reality of tube supply issues with Lichtlaerm Audio, checked out new pedals from Earth Quaker Devices, and discovered innovative gear from Zilla Cabs, VIV Amps, Jay Dee Amps, and more. This is real-world coverage from the show floor - no scripts, just genuine conversations with the people building the gear we all use. GEAR FEATURED: - Line 6 Helix Stadium XL - ENGL Ravager - Revv Amps - Earth Quaker Devices pedals - Zilla Cabs - VIV Amps - Lichtlaerm Audio - Harley Benton acoustic Guitars ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker Index 00:00 - Start 00:41 - Joe Balaguer! 01:37 - ENGL Amps 02:18 - Eric Klein Line 6 06:01 - Friends Old & New! 09:30 - Earth Quaker Devices 10:25 - Derek From Revv Amps 12:40 - Tube Workshop 14:55 - Zilla Cabs 16:13 - VIV Guitars 17:42 - Lukas Schmidt 18:11 - Jay Dee Guitars 18:46 - Lichtlaerm Audio 20:24 - Closing Thoughts #guitarsummit2025 Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

We ended up in an isolation booth at Guitar Summit 2025 with absolutely no information about the guitar product we were testing. No specs. No instructions. No clue. So we attempted a professional gear review anyway. Featuring @CarstenStepanowicz Support my channel by shopping at: Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Oe94YQ Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=2481 ZZounds: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3989122 I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This is what happens when two guitar YouTubers end up in an isolation booth at Guitar Summit 2025 and try to sound knowledgeable about a guitar product they have zero information about. No product specs. No instructions. No idea what the mystery modification even does. Just two guys attempting to deliver a professional gear review with absolutely nothing to work with. Carsten Stepanowicz (@CarstenStepanowicz) joined me for this hilarious disaster as we fumbled through random observations, questionable testing methods, and zero before-and-after comparisons. Pure chaos and laughter from start to finish. Guitar Summit 2025 was incredible - this was just one of many memorable moments from the event. Sometimes the best content comes from having no plan at all. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker Index 00:00 Video Start 00:08 Carsten Rips It Up 00:46 Random observations begin 01:34 More Noodling 02:08 Dan gives it a shot 02:44 Dan's first impression 03:24 Our worthless conclusion #guitarsummit2025 Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

Guitar stores are closing worldwide, but Long & McQuade just opened their 108th location. Join me for an exclusive tour of their newest store and interview with owner Jeff Long about their incredible expansion strategy. Visit the Richmond Hill Long & McQuade: https://www.long-mcquade.com/location/Ontario/Richmond-Hill --------- I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ Main Extended Description: Step inside Long & McQuade's brand new 108th location for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour and candid conversation with owner Jeff Long. While the music retail industry faces unprecedented challenges - with Guitar Center closing dozens of locations, Sam Ash filing for bankruptcy, and countless independent guitar shops shuttering their doors - Long & McQuade continues their remarkable expansion across Canada. In this exclusive interview and store tour, Jeff Long reveals the business strategies that have made Long & McQuade Canada's most successful music retailer. We'll walk through their newest location, explore their innovative store layout and inventory approach, and discuss the key decisions that keep them thriving while competitors struggle to survive. Jeff shares insights on their customer service philosophy, strategic expansion planning, competitive pricing strategies, and how they've adapted to compete with online retailers. From their approach to staff training and community engagement to their unique inventory management system, discover the operational secrets behind their 108-store success story. This isn't just a store tour - it's a masterclass in modern music retail strategy from the man who's built Canada's largest music store chain. Whether you're a musician, business enthusiast, or someone who's watched local guitar stores disappear, this conversation reveals exactly why Long & McQuade is winning while everyone else is losing. Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

My first reaction to the Kreative Devices laptop and the fastest TONEX capture ever. We tested the TONEX speed boost and discovered a massive workflow upgrade for creators. Check out Kreative Devices: https://kreativedevices.com Shop TONEX: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/3205759/25310 https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/2570744/25310 https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/2229689/25310 https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/2168839/25310 Support my channel by shopping at: Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Oe94YQ Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=2481 ZZounds: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3989122 I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I've been a Mac user for years, but one thing has always frustrated me: the incredibly long TONEX model training time. Then, at 42 Gear Street, I had the chance to meet with the founder of Kreative Devices, and what we discovered together completely blew my mind. This is my raw, honest first reaction as we put their new PC laptop to the test. Not only was the training time cut in half, but we uncovered a new batch processing feature that changes everything for creators like me. This video isn't just a review; it’s an exclusive look at a game-changing breakthrough. I also share my thoughts on how this compares to my Mac Studio setup and why I think it's a huge win for creators. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker Index 00:00 Start 00:42 Meeting Kreative Devices at 42 Gear Street 01:33 The Problem with TONEX Capturing on Mac 03:07 Why PC Laptops are Faster for Machine Learning 04:52 The Speed Test: Mac vs. Kreative Devices Laptop 07:08 Discovering the New Batch Processing Feature 09:33 My Mac Studio M2 Ultra vs. The Kreative Devices Laptop 10:55 Final Thoughts and Where to Find Kreative Devices 11:45 Please Subscribe! Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

Is this the best budget guitar? Fender could NEVER make a guitar this good for just over $500. This Dhatarattha Guitars Strat style guitar is packed with premium features that will shock you (and Fender)! More info on Dhatarattha Guitars: https://dhataratthaguitars.com/ https://reverb.com/shop/als-gear-locker-79 Support my channel by shopping at: Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Oe94YQ Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=2481 ZZounds: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3989122 Check out Stringjoy: https://stringjoy.com And Wangs Amps: https://wangs-amps-usa.myshopify.com/collections/amps Origin Effects RD Compact Hot Rod: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/e1aQ9Z I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The budget guitar market is always evolving, but this Dhatarattha electric guitar has truly redefined what's possible for just over $500. With its unique Green Foam over Red Paisley relic finish and an array of features typically found on guitars three times its price, it challenges the big players. In this video, I dive deep into why I believe Fender could NEVER make a guitar this good at this price point. We'll explore: The strategic advantages a factory-owned brand like Dhatarattha has over legacy brands. A close look at its premium features: roasted maple neck, stainless-steel frets, locking tuners, bone nut, and custom Lao Hao Alnico V humbuckers with coil-splitting. My honest take on its unique relic finish process. A full tone demonstration, from clean to dirty, showcasing its incredible versatility. Is this the best budget guitar I've ever played? Join me to find out why this guitar truly punches above its weight. What's the best budget guitar you've ever tried? Let me know in the comments below! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker Index 00:00 - Start 00:17 - The Dhatarattha Custom Guitar Strat 02:14 - Hear the Dhatarattha in a mix 03:43 - The signal chain 05:13 - Let's get into the specs 06:23 - Some clean solo tones 07:14 - More specs 09:02 - More solo tones 09:32 - Even more specs & tones! 14:17 - My thoughts 16:30 - Please subscribe! Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

I finally attached a face to the company behind these popular carbon fiber smart guitars. A rare conversation with Enya Music about the "Made in China" stigma, building a brand, and what changed me from a skeptic about smart guitars to a true believer. Support my channel by shopping at: Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Oe94YQ Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=2481 ZZounds: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3989122 I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In a world of faceless companies and email-only communication, I finally had the chance to sit down and talk with a representative from Enya Music. After featuring three of their carbon fiber smart guitars on my channel, I was thrilled to finally put a face to the name. In this video, we discuss: * The common stigma of "fast food" gear and how Enya Music is playing the long game to change perceptions. * Their surprising journey from a ukulele company to a leading innovator in carbon fiber guitars. * The moment I decided to feature their products on my channel after being inundated with offers for questionable gear. * The one hilarious thing many YouTubers have in common when reviewing Enya guitars. Special thanks to Richard from Enya Music for a great conversation. I love your instruments and look forward to what's next. Check out my other videos on Enya's amazing guitars: * https://youtu.be/-pru8DLp5IM * https://youtu.be/8gbo0r42ouo * https://youtu.be/e4KQwHq0ztQ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker #42gsseven #enyamusic #smartguitar Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

iZotope Ozone 12: My full review of the new mastering plugin and its "Magic Module." I demo the new features like Bass Control, Stem EQ, and the Master Assistant to see if this is the ultimate mastering plugin for your home studio. More info on Ozone 12: https://izotope.pxf.io/c/3444507/3130732/30400 Support my channel by shopping at: Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Oe94YQ Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=2481 ZZounds: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3989122 I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The new iZotope Ozone 12 just dropped, and it has some groundbreaking new AI features that might just change the way we master our music forever. In this video, I take a deep dive into the most incredible new features to see if this is the perfect mastering plugin. * **My Favorite New Feature:** I cover my personal favorite "Magic Module," Bass Control, and how it fixed a massive problem in my mixes. * **Custom Assistant Flow:** Take control of your AI workflow with personalized genre targets and module chains. * **Stem EQ:** Unlock unprecedented control by EQing individual instruments in a stereo bounce. * **Unlimiter:** Bring back lost transients and fix over-compressed mixes with the push of a button. * **IRC 5 Maximizer:** Push your masters harder than ever without distortion. What do you think of Ozone 12? Let me know in the comments below! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker Index 00:00 - Start 00:59 - A New Version of Izotope Ozone! 02:13 - One pass mastering A/B 02:37 - Custom Flow Mode 06:23 - Bass Control 07:31 - Stem EQ 09:29 - IRC 5 11:53 - Final Master Comparison 13:05 - Important Thoughts 15:47 - Please Subscribe Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.

The new IK Multimedia TONEX 1.10 update is here, and it's a game-changer! This isn't just a minor patch; it's a major upgrade that brings a brand new Batch Render feature and significant speed enhancements to the TONEX Modeler module. In this video, I'll walk you through all the new features and demonstrate the lightning-fast processing on both Mac and PC. Shop TONEX: TONEX MAX: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0Loj TONEX Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvd4r https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/3205759/25310 https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/2570744/25310 https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/2229689/25310 https://ikmultimedia.sjv.io/c/3444507/2168839/25310 For awesome laptops and computers, check out: https://kreativedevices.com/ Support my channel by shopping at: Sweetwater: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Oe94YQ Thomann: https://www.thomann.de/de/index.html?offid=1&affid=2481 ZZounds: https://www.zzounds.com/a--3989122 I keep my Mac clean and in top shape for recording with Clean My Mac: https://macpaw.audw.net/R5reE9 Gear I use and essentials Amps, Modelers & Guitars: Quad Cortex: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/PyLPDM ENGL Powerball II: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/DK09jj Marshall: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4j4Q H&K: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/eKvdvr REVV: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/AW0L0j Guitars: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/GmXrXV Guitar Pedals: Tilt Overdrive Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Jzb5bR Bonamassa Wah Wah: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/oqRQRb Revv G8 Noise Gate: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/WqXBXP Invader Distortion Pedal: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EKbQbP Amplitube X-Space Reverb: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/Pyj10z Amplitube X-Time Delay: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/5gaObj Phase 90: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/babRb9 Pedal Power: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/vNzezd Guitar Recording: Two Notes Captor X 8ohm: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/NkBAB7 TONEX Capture - Amp Capture/Re-amp: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/MmnanJ SM57: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/KjKkKn E906: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/75e3eA Home Studio: Interfaces: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPZRM DAW Controllers: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/xkEAEA Studio monitors: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/QyPVOP Software: Izotope Mix and Master Plugins: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/1reE5R EZDrummer: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQb0dq Find great deals!: https://sweetwater.sjv.io/rQ4jnQ Get a 7% discount from Distrokid: https://distrokid.com/vip/lonelyrocker Join my Patreon for bonus content and support resources: https://www.patreon.com/lonelyrocker Plugins and Loops: https://www.loopmasters.com/?a_aid=61... https://loopcloud.com/?a_aid=61735dcc... https://pluginboutique.com/?a_aid=617... I've got Merch! https://lonelyrocker.myspreadshop.ca/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I'll show you exactly how much faster it is to capture and render tone models. I even used the new features to capture the incredible Tube Workshop Lulis amplifier, which you'll hear in the song and sound examples throughout the video. If you've ever found the TONEX process to be too slow, this update completely changes the game. It delivers faster results and better quality than ever before. Have you tried the new TONEX 1.10 update? Let me know what you think in the comments below! If you enjoyed this video, please like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more music production content. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow me on Social Media: The Lonely Rocker's Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lonelyrocker Instagram @lonely_rocker https://www.instagram.com/lonely_rocker/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lonely_rocker Index 00:00 - Start 00:18 - What's new? 01:14 - Capture sample 01:40 - Updated features 03:25 - PC render times 05:20 - Mac render speed 06:36 - Captured amp in a song 07:54 - Other new features 08:07 - My thoughts 08:52 - Please Subscribe! Video production services provided by http://spicedna.com For companion blogs and articles visit http://lonelyrocker.com All video content and original music is ©2025 Spice DNa where applicable.