Rare Gibson Outlaw Custom Shop Guitar Collection Auction
The secret Gibson Outlaw Custom Shop collection—16 unauthorized guitars built by Roger Giffin—hits auction. Rare baritones, hollowbodies, and replicas.Read More
Johnny Marr's Historic Guitars Hit Christie's
Johnny Marr’s historic guitar auction at Christie’s raises over £3.6 million for charity, featuring iconic instruments from The Smiths and Oasis history.Read More
Les Paul’s Historic Home Demolished; Family Outraged
Les Paul's historic Mahwah, NJ, home and laboratory were demolished without family notification, sparking outrage from his son, Gene Paul Read More
Fender Custom Shop Unveils the Limited Edition George Harrison 1967 Bass VI: A Piece of Beatles History
Fender Custom Shop unveils the Limited Edition George Harrison 1967 Bass VI, a meticulously crafted replica of the iconic six-string bass used with BeatlesRead More
5150 Holy Grails: Eddie Van Halen’s Studio Kramer Guitars—Complete with Smoked Cigarette Butts—Up for Auction
Eddie Van Halen's studio-used 5150 Kramer guitars built by tech Zeke Clark hit auction at Backstage Auctions, starting at $50k each.Read More
Fender Crackdown: Corporate Giant Target Cool Old Guitars, Over Trademark Infringement
Fender is targeting second-hand dealers over trademark rights. Discover how vintage shop Cool Old Guitars hit back with a brilliant "Twang-Style" rebrand.Read More
Rock History Unearthed: Eric Clapton’s Lost ‘Fresh Cream’ Les Paul Standard Reemerges After 60 Years
The legendary 1960 Gibson Les Paul used by Eric Clapton on Cream’s debut album has officially reemerged after 60 years in hiding. Discover its incredible journey.Read More
Höfner Saved from Bankruptcy: Thomann and GEWA Music Unite to Rescue Legendary Guitar Brand
Iconic guitar maker Höfner saved from bankruptcy after a major buyout by GEWA Music and Thomann. Find out what this means for Paul McCartney’s favorite bass.Read More
The Holy Grail Decade: Inside the Evolution of the Fender Stratocaster (1954–1965)
Explore the evolution of the pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster from 1954 to 1965. Discover year-by-year spec changes, tonal comparisons, and our ultimate verdict.Read More
The Damned Legend Brian James’ ‘New Rose’ Gibson SG Fetches Over $95,000 at Auction
Brian James’ legendary 1964 Gibson SG, used to record the first UK punk single "New Rose," has sold for over $95,000. See why this piece of The Damned history crushed auction estimates.Read More
Unleash Your Tone: Top 10 Les Paul Alternatives That Aren't Gibson
Looking for a Les Paul style guitar without the Gibson price tag? Discover the top 10 Les Paul alternatives from brands like PRS, Epiphone, and Heritage, offering incredible tone and value.Read More
Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley Acquires Joe Bonamassa’s Legendary ‘Lazarus’ 1959 Les Paul
Sum 41’s Deryck Whibley reveals his latest "holy grail" acquisition: Joe Bonamassa’s legendary 1959 "Lazarus" Les Paul. Discover the story behind the sale.Read More
Richie Sambora Recovers Stolen 1976 Gibson Explorer Guitar After Four Decades
After 40 years, Richie Sambora is reunited with his stolen 1976 Gibson Explorer. Discover the incredible story of how this foundational Bon Jovi guitar was found and returned.Read More
Unearthing Gold: The Top 10 Coolest Pawn Shop Electric Guitars
Discover the Top 10 coolest pawn shop electric guitars! Unearth vintage gems like the Harmony H78, Danelectro Shorthorn, and more.Read More
Rock History for Sale: Eric Clapton’s Iconic “The Fool” Gibson SG Heads to Christie’s Auction
Eric Clapton’s iconic "The Fool" Gibson SG heads to auction at Christie’s. Discover the psychedelic history behind the guitar that defined the sound of Cream.Read More
PRS Guitars Debuts Documentary Honoring Industry Legend Ted McCarty
Experience the legacy of a titan. PRS Guitars releases a new documentary exploring the life of Ted McCarty and his profound impact on the industry.Read More
Guitar Market Restructuring: Leo Fender's Legacy (G&L) Faces Uncertain Futures Amid Economic Squeeze
The guitar market is facing a 'Great Restructuring.' G&L Guitars is in peril and UK distributor JHS is closing. See how inflation and tariffs are impacting brands like PRS.Read More
The '70s Are Back: Gibson Reintroduces Classic Les Paul Custom as a Standard USA Model
Gibson reintroduces the classic Les Paul Custom ’70s to its standard lineup for the first time in 20 years. Discover the period-correct specs, vintage finishes, and more about this iconic guitarRead More
Fender Unveils Limited Edition Vintera II Road Worn Series: Vintage Tone and Feel for Modern Players
Get the authentic broken-in feel players love with Fender's Vintera II Road Worn series. Featuring aged nitro finishes, era-correct pickups, and vintage neck shapesRead More
Jackson Guitar's New Pro Origins Series Brings Back the 80s Metal Vibe
Jackson Guitars' new Pro Origins 1985 San Dimas series pays tribute to its 80s heritage with era-accurate pickups, classic design, and modern playability. Discover the new guitars built for today's shreddersRead More
Fender Drops US Web-Exclusive Shell Pink Player II Guitars
Fender revives a classic with a web-exclusive drop of four Player II series guitars in a stunning Shell Pink finishRead More
The Guitar That Built a Legacy: Eddie Van Halen's #1 Kramer Up for Auction, Expected to Reach $3 Million
Eddie Van Halen's iconic Kramer guitar is up for auction, expected to sell for millions. Discover the history behind the instrument that defined an era and a legendary collaboration.Read More
Fender Japan Unveils Limited Edition 'Blue Flower Collection' – A Nostalgic Trip to the Summer of Love!
Fender Japan Blue Flower Collection revisits the 1967 Summer of Love with stunning Stratocaster, Telecaster, and Acoustasonic models.Read More
Vintage Celebrates Milestones with New Offset V50 Guitar and Coaster Series Expansion
The Vintage V50 offset guitar joins the Coaster Series! JHS celebrates anniversaries with new guitar packs & standalone models.Read More
Joe Bonamassa Evacuates Guitars from Nerdville West Amid Devastating LA Wildfires
Joe Bonamassa's "Nerdville West" guitar museum, a treasure trove of vintage instruments, is under threat from the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.Read More