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“Despite its small stature, it’s not lacking in low-end, and has masses of tight, punchy gain on tap”: Laney Ironheart Foundry IRF60-112 review

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What is it? Laney has done more than most manufacturers to bolster the reputation of the humble solid-state guitar amp in recent years.

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