Aynsley’s Gear

Aynsley sits down with the team at That Pedal Show to talk through his full live rig — from guitars and amps to the pedals that shape his sound on the road. It’s an insightful, down-to-earth look at the gear that helps bring his music to life night after night.

If you’re into tone, touring setups, or just love great playing, this one’s worth a watch.

👉 Watch here for full description, interesting bits and go-to sections: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqVCFF0Petc

Crafted over five years to capture “my sound, in a box”, this all-valve 35 W combo (or head) from Rift Amps channels classic British tone with modern versatility.

* Powered by EL34s and driven by a three-valve preamp, it delivers everything from shimmering cleans to “hot-rodded overdrive” with that distinctive “cooking valves” grit.
* A 4-band EQ, push–pull bright switch, master volume, and foot‑switched valve spring reverb give you full tonal control—whether on stage or in the studio.
* Tweaked in close collaboration with Aynsley, Rift’s signature amp “sings in a way the stock model cannot,” adding harmonics that leap from the speaker to capture that authentic blues-rock voice.
* With a buffered effects loop and rugged Baltic‐birch build, it’s road‑ready and studio‑friendly—built for real-world touring and recording.

This amp is a true tone‑machine: part vintage British spirit, part modern functionality, and entirely shaped by Aynsley’s musical vision. Check out the video with Guitar.com for more.