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PRS unveils the Charcoal Phoenix – Paul Reed Smith’s personal guitar of choice
The new, limited-edition beauty sprung from Paul Reed Smith’s desire to create a stoptail-equipped variation of John McLaughlin's signature Private Stock PRS
Steve Vai reveals what it’s like to work side by side with fellow Frank Zappa alum Adrian Belew on the BEAT tour
The two virtuosos have been flexing their distinct styles on the ongoing BEAT tour – which celebrates King Crimson's '80s repertoire – alongside bassist Tony Levin and Tool drummer Danny Carey
Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells Telecaster has cropped up on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow – after it was bought for $12,500
The guitar was previously owned by T. Rex's Marc Bolan, before it found its way into the hands of Oldfield, just as he had started working on what was to become Tubular Bells
Brian May’s first Gibson signature is here – and it’s got nothing to do with the Red Special
When the Queen legend announced he’d be working with Gibson, many expected a Custom Shop Red Special – but first, we have a 12-string SJ-200 that’s like no other
Eddie Van Halen apparently left Peavey because it signed a second superstar shredder – Joe Satriani
Van Halen had developed his Wolfgang and 5150 with Peavey, but the firm’s current CEO reckons Satch’s arrival ultimately convinced him to leave
Robby Krieger sets the record straight on how a Doors classic was really written – and what the controversial movie got wrong
Oliver Stone's 1991 movie The Doors was panned for its historical inaccuracy – and Krieger is now clarifying how the band's songwriting process actually played out
How to get the best from your tube amp with British amp and pedal guru Dan Coggins
Lovetone pedals mastermind and tone-meister at large Dan Coggins shares his tips on getting the best from the tube amp in your life
blink-182 reunite with Matt Skiba as Tom DeLonge performs with his successor for the first time
The guitarist enjoyed a number of years in the band before Tom DeLonge’s return and – now he’s joined forces with the trio for a special rendition of his most beloved Blink hit
Manson’s updated M-Series models have been treated to Sustainiacs and onboard Fuzz Factory upgrades
The British guitar builder, which is headed up by Muse’s Matt Bellamy, has expanded its best-selling T-style model with a host of killer updates
Behringer blasted by Mu-Tron III maker following the release of $69 replica
The firm behind the legendary – and often-copied – envelope filter has called out Behringer for its new not-so-subtle stompbox
Paul Simon teams up with Sabrina Carpenter for Simon & Garfunkel classic during SNL's 50th anniversary special
The star-studded event also featured Jack White's rendition of Neil Young's Rockin’ in the Free World, Adam Sandler on acoustic, Bonnie Raitt joining forces with Coldplay's Chris Martin, and Paul McCartney serving Beatles classics
We asked Tim Henson and Tosin Abasi who is blowing their minds right now. They both named the same guitarist
This progressive virtuoso has already been labeled shred’s next hope – now he’s been tipped for greatness… and a Polyphia guest spot
Ozzy Osbourne shares details on his last live performance
Osbourne will take to the stage one last time for a star-studded send off that will also feature performances from Black Sabbath, Metallica, Pantera and more
Former Eagles guitarist Don Felder issues statement after being rushed offstage due to medical emergency
Felder had just started performing 1973's Tequila Sunrise during his Rock Legends Cruise performance
How a forgotten UK guitar brand was given a triumphant second act by one of the country’s most respected luthiers
A niche brand, loved by the likes of Bernard Sumner, Shergold is enjoying a new lease of life with a little help from Patrick James Eggle
Gillian Welch and David Rawlings on their Nashville rebirth after a devastating tornado
The Americana duo tell the story of their return to a long-serving Nashville studio and a remarkable record that bears its name
Harvey Mandel was one of the pioneers of the two-handed tapping technique – yet he claims he was never properly credited for it
The technique reached new heights in the late '70s and early '80s thanks to Eddie Van Halen and his peers. However, Mandel was already using it several years earlier
The Cars' Elliot Easton considers this lost gem from a Guitar World compilation to be one of his best performances
Walk On Walden stood out in comparison to Easton's previous work with the Cars, and especially in the context of the compilation in question. Not that this was an accident
