Gear Reviews

A reissue of one of the best-kept secrets in overdrive effects, the new Nobels ODR-1 has been one of my personal favorite OD pedals for a few months now. While this little green pedal might not be well known by a huge segment of players, it's actually a very popular overdrive in the Nashville music scene -- and for good reason. Boasting a unique combination of natural smooth overdrive, rich sustain, and gritty distortion when pushed, the Nobels ODR-1 is definitely not your typical tube-style pedal. Continue reading →

When it comes to playing live gigs, you always want to make sure that your gear is up to the task. While small bass combos and cabs are great for small, intimate gigs, you're going to need the big guns when it comes to playing larger venues. With that in mind, we decided to take a look at a few of our favorite bass cabs that are sure to deliver that big bass sound with ease. Continue reading →

For many bass players, the Ampeg brand is synonymous with high-quality tube-driven bass amps. Between their SVT, Heritage and Portaflex lines, Ampeg has the premium bass amplification market covered. So when I had the chance to try one of their smaller, budget-friendly options, I wasn't sure what to expect. I'm referring to the BA-108v2 -- a 20-watt solid state 1x8 combo bass amplifier that can be had for about $100. While the BA-108v2 certainly won't blow the doors down, this little combo certainly comes packing some nice surprises and plenty of value. Continue reading →

Lose the tip of your tremolo arm? Are your tuners getting a little rusty?  From neck plates to nuts and a whole lot more, we carry a huge selection of genuine Fender replacement parts that feature the same high-quality construction and specifications as those found on the original factory instruments. If you're in the need for an authentic Fender Strat part, you've come to the right place. Take a look below to see just a small selection of the of the best Strat parts and accessories that ProAudioLand has to offer. Continue reading →

  A few months back, I took the Sennheiser e935 dynamic vocal mic for a spin and definitely came away impressed. All in all, it was a great all-around mic and a standout piece of gear in a market crowded with quality stage mics. Compared to the Shure SM58, the e935 offers much more definition and clarity, not to mention an overall smoother feel. This means that it will show off a much truer representation of your natural voice (the good and the bad). With that in mind, I got curious about it's bigger brother, the e945. While they share many of the same specs, the e945 is definitely a different type of mic. Continue reading →