March 15, 2008 6:00 AM PDT
Here's our weekly roundup of the new products CNET reviewers liked best.
1. Guitar Rig 3: Kontrol Edition
Editors' rating: 8.3
The good: Guitar Rig 3 Kontrol Edition is a hardware and software bundle that turns your computer into the ultimate guitar amplifier for home recording and wannabe rockers. The included pedal board acts as a high-quality USB 2.0 computer soundcard and MIDI interface.
The bad: Guitar Rig requires a fast computer. Live performers might hesitate to trust a computer-dependent product onstage.
The bottom line: If your guitar and your chops are getting dusty, Guitar Rig 3 Kontrol Edition is an outstanding way to rekindle your delusions of rock stardom.
Read CNET's full review
Price: $499
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