The Best of NAMM 2021

Check out some of the coolest guitars, amps, effects, accessories and more from the virtual winter NAMM 2021.

JUST AS THE global pandemic has forced many of us to work remotely, the annual winter NAMM show moved online this past January to showcase the latest gear from the world’s musical instrument manufacturers. The show took place over Believe in Music Week, a special online event created by the NAMM Foundation that featured a mix of comprehensive programming and professional education, as well as an interactive marketplace to connect buyers and sellers, all of it designed to elevate the innovation and inspiration found across the industry while offering support for those affected by Covid.

But, of course, it was the gear that got us excited. While we were unable to get our hands on any products this year, we saw and heard plenty of guitars, amps, effects, recording gear and more that we can’t wait to try out. Here are some of the products that caught our eyes and ears, and which demonstrate that, in spite of these challenging times, our industry and its people are still going strong.