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Brandon Stoner

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Pennsylvania
As seen in: Guitar Magazine, VICE, Flipboard, Dread Central, Musicradar, American Songwriter, Guitar World, Far Out Magazine, Pittsburgh City Paper, SonicScoop, GearNews.com and
Covers:  Music industry, pro audio, professional sports (focus on NFL), tech, pet lifestyle, and health/wellness.
Doesn't Cover: Politics, Finance
Writer/marketer in the music industry, film/TV, sports, tech. Published in Guitar, Music Radar, Guitar World, VICE, Headliner, American Songwriter, Fansided.

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Brandon Stoner’s Biography

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I've been a lifelong musician, tech, and sports fan and decided to marry that with my love of creative writing.

I've worked extensively in the music/pro audio and tech industries for the past 11 years and have branched out into other verticals.

Brandon Stoner’s Journalist Portfolio

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"It changed what we thought was possible for electric guitars": How a $20 box designed for cheap ...

"It changed what we thought was possible for electric guitars": How a $20 box designed for cheap ...

How the SRS WOW Thing became an unlikely studio must-have, proving that how tools are used is more important …

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Beyond the hype: are we entering a new era of guitar technological innovation?

Beyond the hype: are we entering a new era of guitar technological innovation?

From innovative new approaches to the ever-present buzzword of AI, a new generation of makers is trying to pu…

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LocalNews1 partners with The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack

LocalNews1 partners with The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack

LocalNews1 managers are happy to announce our partnership with The Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack.

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The history of Tech 21 and the SansAmp: how a hobbyist engineer changed guitar pedals forever

The history of Tech 21 and the SansAmp: how a hobbyist engineer changed guitar pedals forever

Andrew Barta's revolutionary approach to amp-free gigging changed guitar forever - and paved the way for the …

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A mind workout: The health and entertainment benefits of crossword puzzles

A mind workout: The health and entertainment benefits of crossword puzzles

Crossword puzzles are more than just a way to pastime. Let’s dive into a brief history of the idea and some o…

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How the Rockman revolutionised guitar tone and changed recording forever

How the Rockman revolutionised guitar tone and changed recording forever

This is the story of the Rockman, the device that invented the concept of amp simulation - read on to find ou…

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Best free virtual instruments: Make music without breaking the bank

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By Brandon Stoner
| allthingsgear.com
If you’re looking to add to your virtual instrument collection but your budget is slim, you still have plenty of options. Unlike a lot of paid virtual instrument plugins, some freeware is not to everyone’s liking. But one of the biggest benefits is that you can feel free to try them at no cost to you. With so many great options out there it’s impossible to include them all.
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“It changed what we thought was possible for electric guitars”: How a $20 box designed for cheap speakers became the secret weapon behind Metallica’s massive Black Album guitar sounds

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By Brandon Stoner
| Inkl
Metallica in concert at the NEC Arena, Birmingham. James Hetfield, lead singer and guitarist with the band, 4th November 1992. When you think of the iconic guitar sounds on some of the biggest records in rock, consumer equipment definitely isn’t the first type of gear that comes to mind. But a small and mighty consumer device from SRS called The WOW Thing changed that, and proved that great guitar tones can come from the most unlikely of places.
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“It changed what we thought was possible for electric guitars”: How a $20 box designed for cheap speakers became the secret weapon behind Metallica’s massive Black Album guitar sounds

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By Brandon Stoner
| Flipboard
How rhythm and lead techniques can combine for the ultimate blues solo – especially in a trio There are several benefits to be taken from this solo, even if I do say so myself, depending on how you might choose to approach it. First, the …
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Working for a blog about guitar pedals.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes

How is social media changing news?

It's affecting people's perception and understanding of what is factual and what is fictional.