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Mike Bloomfield’s Telecaster – which was used during Bob Dylan’s 1965 Newport Folk Festival performance – is up for sale
The Tele was present during a change-making moment in rock ‘n’ roll history, but was later curiously modified by a left-handed player
Cesar Gueikian all-but-confirms the return of the cult Gibson RD – an unsung build beloved by Dave Grohl and Ghost
One of the firm’s most obscure designs of the 1970s looks set for an unlikely return
Martin overhauls its Standard Series for the first time in 7 years in response to player demands
Martin’s workhorse acoustics just got their first refresh since 2018 – and there are three new models to usher in the new era
Ritchie Blackmore recalls the first time he saw two-hand tapping – at a wild show in 1968
Years before Eddie Van Halen put it in the early pages of the guitar textbook, Harvey Mandel was highlighting his performances with flourishes of two-hand tapping – grabbing the attention of onlookers in the process…
Breedlove turns to an unsung tonewood for two new special edition acoustics that promise “unparalleled tonal qualities”
Breedlove has made bold claims about its new Myrtlewood Legend builds, but believes the tonewood they utilize will soon reach legendary status
That time Tom Hamilton ended up playing bass for Thin Lizzy
The bassist handled Phil Lynott’s parts during a 2016/17 anniversary tour – a gig he got after meeting members of the new-look lineup at a Motörhead concert
Reverb reveals the most popular effects pedals in each US state – and a quarter of the country favors one brand in particular
Further reflecting the findings from the gear marketplace’s general best-selling pedals list, one company stood out above all others
Chapman Guitars brings major industry player onboard as part of company restructure – and teases first-ever amp
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Dickey Betts' legacy to be celebrated in star-studded tribute concert
In Memory of Dickey Betts will take place on February 28 at the Allman Brothers Band's stronghold of Macon, Georgia
Charlie Starr on the spiritual moment he played Gary Rossington’s famed ‘Free Bird’ 1961 Gibson SG
Starr had the chance to use Rossington’s iconic Gibson to perform a Lynyrd Skynyrd medley last year, after it was announced the Les Paul/SG would be loaned out to a host of players for live use
Sue Foley explains why your picking hand is the key to great guitar tone
Decent equipment helps – but, according to Foley, the picking hand is the crux of achieving a great guitar tone
Peter Yarrow, guitarist, singer for Peter, Paul & Mary, and co-writer of Puff the Magic Dragon, dies at 86
A folk icon and dedicated political activist, Yarrow helped bring the songs of Bob Dylan to the wider public, but his career was later tainted by his conviction on child sex abuse charges