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DiMarzio pulls out of NAMM 2025 in response to L.A. wildfires
By Janelle Borg published
The pickup firm has joined Maybach Guitars in publicly announcing they won't be attending the annual trade show
Boss takes on Universal Audio and Two Notes with the Waza Tube Amp Expander Core
By Phil Weller published
The streamlined take on a studio favorite aims to help players get the most out of their at-home recording and practice tube amp setups
The Boss VG-800 aims to make your guitar sound like any other electric or acoustic on the planet – plus sitar, banjo and synth
By Matt Parker published
Forget amp sims, the pedal stalwarts’ latest V-Guitar tech has the potential to model just about any stringed instrument using your guitar
Boutique guitar brand pulls out of NAMM 2025 in the face of L.A. wildfires
By Janelle Borg published
In an updated statement, the CEO of NAMM confirmed that plans are solidly in place for the event to still go ahead
Iconic Guitars forms a partnership to watch as it recruits former Fender Master Builder John Cruz
By Phil Weller published
John Cruz Custom Guitars closed its doors in 2023, but the boutique firm has promptly snapped up his services and expertise as it eyes fresh growth
Why Matt Heafy had to delete and re-record all the guitar parts on a Trivium classic
By Janelle Borg published
Turns out a guitar that's even slightly out-of-tune can ruin a whole record...
PRS looks to the future with new pickups, overhauled specs, and two models inspired by pre-factory builds
By Phil Weller published
To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the Maryland brand has continued to push the boundaries of electric guitar refinement with a range of new developments and lineup refreshes
NAMM 2025: rumors, predictions and breaking news from the world’s biggest gear show
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
With the likes of Fender, Gibson and Marshall returning to Anaheim at long last, this year’s event is set to be the biggest in five years – with secrets and surprises to match
How Robert Fripp helped Steve Vai tailor his King Crimson playing on the BEAT tour with one piece of advice
By Phil Weller published
After watching clips of one of the early BEAT shows, the King Crimson guitarist had some words of wisdom for his stand-in regarding an especially tricky track
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