It’s really hard to create a guitar product that’s completely new and not just evolutionary. We see this every NAMM show where we hope to find something new and cool, but are usually disappointed. The Hammer Jammer is different though, as it’s both new and evolutionary at the same time, and will definitely give you a sound that you really can’t get any other way. It’s an easy way to get the hammering effect on a guitar, but with much more precision and dexterity than ever before.
The Hammer Jammer is the brainchild of Ken McGraw, who initially developed the idea in 1985. He formed a company called Guitarammer and received some input from both Ricky Skaggs and Chris Martin (of Martin Guitars) in 1990, but abandoned the idea after initial manufacturing problems and when other business opportunities came about. Now he’s back with a new Kickstarter campaign to get the project rolling again.
For only $65, you can get in line for one of the first models. For another $25, you can have one donated to a disabled person (since this is a great way for someone with disabilities to enjoy the guitar again).
We spend so much more money on pedals that we generally don’t need, since they more or less do the same thing. Spend a little to get a new sound and help a company get rolling. Go to Kickstarter to check it out, or to the Big Walnut Productions website for more into.
