The Ibanez WS1 is a compact, plug-and-play wireless system that does one thing really well: it gets rid of the cable without messing with your tone. The 2.4GHz digital connection delivers low-latency signal that feels just like playing through a cord, and the built-in cable tone simulation preserves the natural capacitance that a standard guitar cable provides. That last detail matters more than most wireless systems acknowledge.

Setup is instant -- plug the transmitter into your guitar, plug the receiver into your amp or pedalboard, and go. The rechargeable battery gives you solid playing time per charge, and the whole system is small enough to fit in a gig bag pocket. For guitarists and bassists who are tired of tripping over cables on stage but do not want to sacrifice their sound, the WS1 is a straightforward solution.