July-August 2026 Issue
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THE PATH TO THE MERCURY1

A Signal From Finland

By Riverhorse · Vol. 27, No. 9 · July-August 2026

Finnish guitarist Sam Vilo shares his path to music and how a visit to Brunetti's workshop in Italy led to the creation of the Mercury1 amp — now the centerpiece of his recording rig.

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