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Steve Vai on how players can instantly change their guitar tone – without buying new gear
By Phil Weller published
The virtuoso has offered some sage advice that can help players achieve instant results without having to spend any money

Synergy has unveiled a tiny amp head that lets you swap in tones from some of the world’s biggest amp builders
By Phil Weller published
The compact build lets you pick from a raft of licensed preamp modules designed in collaboration with a host of boutique amp brands

Steve Vai, Eric Johnson and Joe Satriani share the secrets behind 3 instrumental epics in these exclusive Guitar World lessons
By Matt Owen published
The three G3 virtuosos break down hits both classic and modern to celebrate the release of the G3 Reunion Live album

Steve Vai reveals what it’s like to work side by side with fellow Frank Zappa alum Adrian Belew on the BEAT tour
By Janelle Borg published
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

The SatchVai Band is just the latest of many high-profile stops for Pete Thorn
By Andrew Daly published
He’s been on the road since the ’90s with Chris Cornell, Don Henley, Melissa Etheridge and many others – now the session pro is ready to do whatever Joe Satriani and Steve Vai need him to (once they tell him)

Lari Basilio reveals what she learned from playing side by side with all-time guitar and session greats
By Janelle Borg published
From sharing the stage with Steve Vai to having Joe Satriani shred on one of her tracks, Basilio knows a thing or two about playing alongside some of the most established names in the biz

When Steve Vai’s gear got lost in transit, his tech stepped in to save the day
By Phil Weller published
Incredibly, Doug MacArthur sourced a full live rig in just four hours so the show could go on

Adrian Belew recovering after undergoing carpal tunnel surgery
By Phil Weller published
The “world-renowned” surgeon who took charge of the surgery is a King Crimson fan
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