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Inside the remarkable story of the Les Paul Junior – the single-cut that changed the world
By Jamie Dickson published
Stripped down, primal, with P-90 snarl and an unfussy aesthetic, there is something so ineffably cool about the Junior... 70 years young, it's one of guitar's hardest-working six-strings
“An instrument this writer would happily gig with, no hesitation”: Godin Radium review
By Dave Burrluck published
Along with making guitars for Alex Lifeson, Godin’s standard electric range has plenty to offer. We take this pared-down roots-rocker for a long overdue spin
Allen Abbassi has overseen every Fender electric guitar since 2007 – but he’s still pushing the envelope
By Matt Parker published
The Director of Electric Guitars on the Ultra II line, the future of high-end offsets – and why Fender is keeping one eye on YouTube
“Playing the Bass VI is a really strange experience”: Squier Limited Edition Classic Vibe Bass VI review
By Matt McCracken published
Part bass, part guitar, we get to grips with the Classic Vibe version of Fender’s very own dichotomy of tone
Fender Japan and J-Pop guitar hero Rei have launched one of the most inventive Strats in recent years
By Matt Owen published
The bold reimagining is a curious mash-up of classic and contemporary specs, resulting in a Strat like no other
“A guitar so playable that you might need to put the brakes on”: Fender American Ultra II Telecaster
By Jonathan Horsley published
The workhorse is newly shod for the modern player but still packs the tones that made it famous
Gibson’s mystery Metallica-inspired Explorer hasn’t gone to James Hetfield – it’s been gifted to a Hollywood superstar
By Matt Owen published
It was theorized that Gibson was crafting a Custom Shop Explorer inspired by Hetfield’s “So What” model ahead of some signature models, but that wasn't the case...
Josh Rand’s guitar collection is an ode to ’80s shred – but he’s putting some of his prize pieces up for sale
By Phil Weller published
Rare, vintage, and signed models make up the guitarist’s 31 new listings, and there’s plenty to get excited about
Best electric guitars 2024: our top picks for every playing style, ability and budget
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Useful buying advice and our expert pick of the best electric guitars for newcomers to pro players
“Reveal coming soon”: At long lost, is Gibson finally working on James Hetfield signature guitars?
By Matt Owen published
The Metallica frontman is poised to receive a Gibson Custom Shop creation that pays homage to his famed ‘So What’ 1984 Explorer. Could signature guitars be next?
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