A new performance-ready optical Wah & Volume pedal developed with Morley 

BURGAW, NC, January 22, 2026 (9:00am EST) – Alex Lifeson and Lerxst, in collaboration with legendary pedal innovators Morley, announce the release of the Lerxst ATWAS (All The World’s A Stage) Wah / Volume Pedal available now for $299 as a limited-run of 500 pedals exclusively through the LERXST Reverb Store. For more information and to purchase, please click here. 

Designed for expressive live performance and uncompromising tonal integrity, the ATWAS combines Morley’s iconic optical Wah with ultra-smooth optical Volume control and an onboard Wah Boost—delivering a versatile, stage-ready tool built for modern players who demand feel, reliability, and tone in equal measure. 

Inspired by Lifeson’s decades-long relationship with Wah and Volume pedals as tools of musical expression, the ATWAS is engineered to respond naturally to playing dynamics while preserving the player’s core tone. From subtle swells to commanding lead lines that cut through the mix, the ATWAS is built failsafe for real-world stages, studios, and sessions. 

“All the world’s a stage, and how you control dynamics on that stage matters,” explains Lifeson. “Wah and volume pedals have always been essential tools for me, not just effects. With the ATWAS, we focused on creating something that feels completely natural underfoot, preserves your tone, and gives you control without distraction.” 

At the heart of the ATWAS is Morley’s proven optical circuitry, eliminating the wear and tear associated with traditional potentiometers. A dedicated Wah / Volume mode switch allows players to select their preferred operation, while the Wah Boost control offers up to 20dB of additional gain—perfect for pushing solos forward without altering the fundamental character of the sound. 

“The collaboration with Alex is always about purpose,” said Scott Fietsam of Morley. “The ATWAS isn’t about adding gimmicks—it’s about refining essential tools. Optical Wah, Optical Volume, premium buffering, and rock-solid construction. This pedal is designed to work night after night, exactly the way a professional needs it to.” 

Housed in a cold-rolled steel enclosure with a chrome finish and Tel-Ray-style detailing, the ATWAS also features a glow-in-the-dark treadle grip for confident footing on dark stages. Like all Lerxst pedals, it is proudly made in the USA.

Lerxst ATWAS Specifications 

• Wah / Volume Mode Switch
• Wah Boost Control (up to +20dB)
• Smooth Optical Wah & Volume Circuitry
• Premium Morley Buffer Circuit
• Glow-in-the-Dark Treadle Grip
• Cold Rolled Steel Enclosure
• 9V DC Center-Negative Power
• Made in USA 

Asked whether the world really needs another Wah pedal, Lifeson offered the following perspective: “All the world’s a stage… but you still need the right tools to play your part.” 

For more information on the Lerxst ATWAS Wah / Volume Pedal, please visit: https://lerxstamps.com

About LERXST 

Initially formed in 2012, LERXST is a partnership between Alex Lifeson and Mojotone founded on the desire to design and manufacture guitar products that reflect Lifeson’s forward-thinking approach to sonic exploration and live performance. Bringing together five decades of musical innovation with Mojotone’s commitment to craftsmanship, LERXST offers amplifiers, guitars, effects pedals, and pickups for players seeking the next frontier of guitar tone. 

For more information, visit: https://lerxstamps.com 

About Morley 

Founded in 1969, Morley is a historic manufacturer of pedals, effects, and audio solutions known for innovation, quality, and reliability. Best recognized for pioneering optical Wah and Volume pedals, Morley continues its mission of building failsafe tools for musicians whose careers depend on them. Morley Product Group, LLC 256A S Washington St Carpentersville, IL 60110 www.morleyproducts.com 

About Reverb 

Reverb is the largest online marketplace dedicated to buying and selling new, used, and vintage musical instruments. Since launching in 2013, Reverb has grown into a vibrant community of buyers and sellers all over the world. By focusing on inspiring content, price transparency, musician-focused eCommerce tools, a music-savvy customer service team, and more, Reverb has created an online destination where the global music community can connect over the perfect piece of music gear. 

SANTA BARBARA, January 22^nd, 2026 – Seymour Duncan, a leading manufacturer of guitar and bass pickups, effects pedals, and pedal amps, is proud to announce The 50th Anniversary Limited Edition JB / Jazz Humbucker Set is now available to order from seymourduncan.com and from authorized Seymour Duncan dealers. 

50th Anniversary Limited Edition JB / Jazz Humbucker Set

Experience the true origin of the hot-rodded humbucker with the 50th Anniversary Limited Edition JB / Jazz Set. Built with historically accurate parts including butyrate bobbins and rough-cast magnets, this set faithfully replicates the earliest production models. Presented in retro silver packaging and limited to 2026 production only, this is a collectible piece of tone history.   

• Authentic recreation of the original JB / Jazz humbuckers   
• Limited-edition packaging inspired by early Seymour Duncan designs   
• Features a commemorative 50th Anniversary logo on the bottom plate 
• Includes butyrate bobbins crafted using our original 1970’s mold and true to vintage design specifications    
• Proven JB / Jazz versatility from articulate cleans to expressive rock gain  
• Available for a limited time in 2026 only, making it a true collector’s item  
• DC Resistance: Jazz 7.5k – JB 16.6k – Magnet: Rough Cast Alnico V   
• Cable: 1c Braided – Long Leg Bottom Plate  
• Available in traditional Black and Zebra  

MAP pricing: $258.00

Half a century of legendary tone starts here. In 1976, Seymour Duncan officially launched the company that would revolutionize electric guitar sound, but the story began years earlier in a London workshop where Seymour crafted pickups for rock’s most influential players. Among his greatest achievements was a revolutionary humbucker set that would become the foundation of countless iconic recordings. Now, as we celebrate 50 years of innovation and craftsmanship, we’re honoring that legacy with something truly special: the 50th Anniversary Limited Edition JB / Jazz Humbucker Set.   

These aren’t just commemorative pickups. They’re the benchmark combination that has defined versatile guitar tone for generations, now crafted with the exact vintage-correct specifications of our earliest production models. When the JB officially went into production, the basic recipe was already set, but those earliest models used butyrate bobbins, long-legged baseplates, single-conductor cable, maple spacers, and rough-cast Alnico V magnets. Over time, practical updates were added for consistency and flexibility, such as modern bobbin materials that better handle vacuum wax potting, precision-ground Alnico V magnets, and short legs. Today’s standard production JB / Jazz delivers that same legendary tone with these modern refinements. This special 50th Anniversary set faithfully recreates the original vintage-correct component blueprint while preserving the familiar JB and Jazz voice players already trust, with the legendary clarity and dynamics that earned the combo its status as the industry standard. Whether you’re tracking sessions at home or covering everything from blues to hard rock at the club, this is the proven tone that does it all without compromise.    

For serious players ready to finish their number one guitar, this is your moment. The JB / Jazz combination remains one of our best-selling humbucker sets because it simply works: rich harmonics, singing sustain, articulate clarity, and everything from warm neck cleans to aggressive bridge drive in one definitive package. Now you can own this iconic pairing in its most collectible form, built exactly as Seymour crafted them in our earliest years. The set arrives in limited edition silver packaging that echoes our original artwork from the company’s founding era, while the bottom plate bears our commemorative 50th Anniversary logo. Available exclusively during 2026, this limited production run ensures you’re not just upgrading your guitar; you’re acquiring a rare celebration of 50 years of uncompromising excellence. Secure this definitive heritage piece for your instrument and connect to 50 years of Seymour Duncan legacy. 

About Seymour Duncan

Since 1976, Seymour Duncan has built a legacy anchored in providing musicians everywhere with exceptional products and service, establishing itself as one of the leading manufacturers, marketers, distributors and purveyors of tone. With an array of innovative and handcrafted products—spanning from pickups to effects to amplification—and through collaboration with some of the greatest artists of all time, Seymour Duncan has made a lasting mark on the music industry, earning its place within rock and roll history. From its humble beginnings in Seymour and Cathy’s trailer in Topanga through today, Seymour Duncan has been dedicated to helping musicians of all levels—from beginner to touring professional—unearth their musical passion and elevate their tone.

1.22.2026 TAMPA, FL – Levy’s Music has broadened two of its leather guitar strap collections with new additions. The Amped Leather Series now includes new colorways and acousticformat models that build on its familiar construction, while the Rebel Leather Series gains added variations that extend the series’ existing design.

The Amped Leather Series has expanded with a range of new color and material options that build on its padded leather construction. Additions include black with tan accents, burgundy with matching burgundy leather, dark brown in an extended-length format, red with white detailing, and a walnut-and-brown combination. The update also introduces a suede-backed variation in black and tan that adds an alternate texture within the standard format. Two acoustic-format versions offered in black and dark brown feature a narrow, elongated end designed to fit smaller strap buttons and tight spaces on acoustic guitars.

The Rebel Leather Series adds two new groups that broaden the collection’s material and hardware options. The first introduces eyelet-style straps in distressed black, oxblood, and white, each featuring repeating metal-rimmed eyelets along the length. The second adds studded designs in black leather with silver or red studs, oxblood leather with black studs, cracked white leather with silver studs, vibrant red leather with red studs, and white leather with red studs. These updates provide new visual and material variations within the series’ established leather builds. All new straps continue to be handcrafted in Nova Scotia, Canada, reflecting the production methods and material standards used across Levy’s leather collections. For more information, please visit levysmusic.com.

About Gator

Founded circa 2000 in Tampa, FL by father-daughter team Jerry Freed and Crystal Morris-Freed, Gator Co. has become the leading manufacturer of cases, stands, accessories, and support system solutions for the music, pro audio, AV, IT, and creative industries. It is the parent company of Gator Cases, Gator Cableworks, Gator Frameworks, Gator Rackworks, Levy’s, and Slappa, including a division offering OEM solutions to market-leading brands in the music industry.