How To
How to set up a Gibson Les Paul and make it play like a dream
In this guide, we share our favourite tips on how to set up a Gibson Les Paul and make it play like a dream.
News
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.
Top stories
BluGuitar Amp X: The 100% Analog Revolution Arrives in 2026
Discover the BluGuitar Amp X: A 100-watt, 100% analog floorboard amp with “Neural Analog” technology and digital controls. Coming in 2026.
Guitar
Gibson Unveils Massive Electric Lineup at NAMM 2026: New Custom Shop Reissues and Modern Classics
Gibson reveals its 2026 lineup at NAMM, featuring the return of the Custom Shop ES-330, the Les Paul Studio “Double Trouble,” and Epiphone’s color-shifting Futura Series.
Guitar
Gibson Custom Shop Steals the Show at NAMM 2026: A Deep Dive into the “One-of-a-Kind” Masterpieces
Explore the exclusive Gibson Custom Shop and Mod Collection gallery from NAMM 2026, featuring one-of-one masterworks, hand-carved art pieces, and prototypes like the “Atomic Age” Offset
Editor’s-Pick
Sterling by Music Man Unveils the 2026 StingRay Baritone in Toluca Lake Blue: A New Standard for Low-End Power
Go deep with the 2026 Sterling by Music Man StingRay Baritone in Toluca Lake Blue. Featuring a 27.5” scale, roasted maple neck, and locking tuners for elite low-end stability.
Top stories
Blackstar Advances Desktop Audio with the New Beam Mini: The Ultimate 4-in-1 Hybrid Amp
Small size, massive tone. The Blackstar Beam Mini is a 4-in-1 hybrid amp and Bluetooth speaker with app control and vocal recording. Your new desktop essential.
Effects Pedals
Flattley Pedals Unveils “The Joker”: The Ultimate Valve-Tone Secret Weapon
Flattley Pedals Joker: a boutique FET-based 12AX7 valve simulator delivering everything from warm “tweed” cleans to high-gain “filth.” UK-made with a stunning green holographic finish and stage-ready halo lighting.
Effects Pedals
The Last Pedal You’ll Ever Buy? Meet Polyend Endless: The AI-Powered FX Revolution
Discover the Polyend Endless, the world’s first AI-powered, open-source effect pedal. Prompt custom sounds, code your own DSP, or explore a limitless library of stereo effects.
Acoustic Guitar
The Future of Nylon: Abasi Concepts and CĂłrdoba Unveil the Revolutionary Stage 7
Discover the Abasi Stage 7: A revolutionary 7-string nylon electric guitar by Abasi Concepts and CĂłrdoba. Featuring ergonomic Larada design and Fishman electronics for modern players.