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Chapman Guitars brings major industry player onboard as part of company restructure – and teases first-ever amp
By Janelle Borg published
The guitar company, founded by YouTuber Rob Chapman, has undergone a string of changes in recent months
Ibanez takes a leaf out of its heavy electric playbook to produce its most ‘metal’ acoustics yet
By Phil Weller published
Featuring “in-demand” tonewoods and high-end electronics, the new Blackout lineup offers a metal-inspired twist to the traditional acoustic guitar recipe
Mike Bloomfield’s missing custom-painted ’66 Fender Telecaster – which was lost in 1974 – is going up for sale
By Phil Weller published
The quirky Tele, which mysteriously disappeared in the 1970s after it had been used by Bloomfield, was recently discovered
NAMM CEO issues statement on 2025 event following L.A. wildfires
By Janelle Borg published
The CEO has confirmed that the annual trade show will go ahead as planned, with a few adjustments
Ibanez launches the $550 AZ Standard – a wake-up call for big brands in the mid-priced guitar market
By Matt Owen published
The Japanese guitar giant has streamlined the spec sheet of its high-end AZ Premiums in a bid to marry high-end appointments with budget-friendly prices
Tommy Emmanuel recalls his final moments with guitar legend Les Paul
By Janelle Borg published
The acoustic great pays homage to Les Paul's dedication to leveling up his playing, even when he was well into his 90s
Joe Bonamassa’s Nerdville West – one of the world’s largest collections of vintage guitar gear – is under threat from LA wildfires
By Matt Owen published
Bonamassa’s Los Angeles-based home and guitar museum houses some of the world’s most famous pieces of vintage gear
Guitarist plays Green Day classic at Liverpool's Cavern Club – only to discover Billie Joe Armstrong was filming his set
By Janelle Borg published
Resident performer Callum McMorran thought it was just another Tuesday – turns out Billie Joe Armstrong had been watching his performance
José Arredondo built amps for Eddie Van Halen, Steve Vai and Mick Mars. Now Dave Friedman is honoring his legacy with a definitive amp
By Matt Owen published
With the blessing of Arredondo’s family, Friedman will build a highly limited amp that encompasses most of the late amp guru’s elusive mods
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