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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.
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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
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Nitro vs Poly Guitar Finishes: Pros and Cons
Nitro vs Poly. Which is better? In the guitar world, the finish debate continues. Guitar Bomb looks at the Pros and Cons of each
Guitar
Gibson Custom Unveils Ultra-Limited Keith Richards 1960 ES-355 Collector’s Edition
Own rock history: The Gibson Custom Keith Richards 1960 ES-355 Collector’s Edition. Murphy Lab aged, 3D-scanned, and hand-signed by Keith Richards. Limited to 100!
How To
The Pro Mod: Why Your Wiring Harness Matters More Than Your Pickups
Don’t waste money on expensive pickups until you’ve fixed what’s under the hood. Discover why upgrading your wiring harness is the single most cost-effective way to transform a budget Squier or Epiphone into a tonal powerhouse.
How To
Mastering the Art of Guitar Tone: A Comprehensive Beginners Guide
Discover the secrets to crafting your ultimate guitar tone. Learn about guitars, amps, effects, pedals, recording techniques, and more.
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Top 10 Guitarist-Approved Holiday Gifts Under $200
Are you looking for the perfect gifts for the guitarist in your life? Here are 10 awesome and budget-friendly gift ideas.
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The 12 Guitar Tones of Christmas: A Gearhead’s Guide to Holiday Magic
Unwrap the ultimate holiday gear guide with “The 12 Guitar Tones of Christmas.” From glassy “Silver Bell” cleans to ethereal “Silent Night” ambient swells, discover the pedals and settings needed to bring seasonal magic to your fretboard.
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Sweetwater Black Friday Deals: Even More Hot Guitar Deals!
Sweetwater Black Friday Deals – Even More Hot Guitar Deals with heavy discounts on Gibson, Victory Amplification, Walrus Audio, Eastman, Pigtronix and many more
How To
Easy Guitar Setup Guide: Master Your Instrument with TRAIN
Easy Guitar Setup Guide: Master Your Instrument with TRAIN. The TRAIN method is a comprehensive yet straightforward approach to guitar setup.
Guitar
Rock Legend’s Axe Goes White-Hot: Gibson Unveils Ultra-Exclusive Dave Grohl DG-335 Limited Edition
Limited-edition Dave Grohl DG-335 in Alpine White! Discover the ultra-exclusive Gibson Custom run of only 50 signed guitars.
Guitar
Kyiv Resilience: Ukrainian Guitar Repair YouTuber Revives Beloved Gibson Les Paul After Russian Drone Strike
Ukrainian defiance in Kyiv: Watch Tanya Shpachuk meticulously revive a Gibson Les Paul guitar, charred by a Russian drone attack, turning destruction into a symbol of hope and Ukrainian resilience.
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Holy Grail Tone: Gibson Unveils Limited ’59 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3 in Nashville and London
Gibson’s ultimate 1959 Humbucker replica is here! The limited Collector’s Edition Series 3 features Alnico 3 magnets, Double Vintage White bobbins, and Murphy Lab aging.
Guitar
Dual P-90 Powerhouses: Gibson Unveils the Les Paul Special Double Cut and the Raw Les Paul Junior Double Cut
Gibson Les Paul Double Cuts: Compare the versatile Special (dual P-90s) and the raw Junior (single P-90). USA-made mahogany guitars for ultimate punch.
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Britpop Icons Reborn: Epiphone Launches Signature Guitars for Oasis Legends “Bonehead” and Gem Archer
Oasis Tone Reborn! Epiphone launches two new signature guitars: the Bonehead Riviera and the Masterbilt Gem Archer Sheraton.
Guitar
Rock ‘n’ Roll Reunion: Gibson Unveils the Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard
Gibson unveils the Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard for the Live ’25 tour! Get the specs on this Britpop icon’s new signature guitar with P-90 pickups
Acoustic Guitar
Gibson and Kirk Hammett Unleash the ‘Raven’: A Dark, Limited-Edition Acoustic Masterpiece
Unveiling the Gibson Custom Kirk Hammett Raven, a dark, limited-edition acoustic guitar co-designed with the Metallica legend. Handcrafted, signed, and highly collectible.
How To
How to Smash a Guitar: The Ultimate Guide to Guitar Destruction!
How to Smash a Guitar – This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to do it if you were so inclined.
Top 5
Great Scott! Gibson and Epiphone Unveil Screen-Accurate ‘Back to the Future’ ES-345
Rewind to 1955! Gibson & Epiphone release limited-edition Marty McFly ES-345 guitars. Get the Cherry Red replica from Back to the Future’s iconic scene.
Leaks
Time Travel to Tone: Gibson Marty McFly’s ‘Back to the Future’ ES-345 Leaks
Gibson is teasing a production version of the iconic Cherry Red ES-345 played by Marty McFly in Back to the Future. See the cryptic DeLorean teaser and the expected announcement date!
Guitar
Tiny Guitars, Big Sound: Gibson and Loog Partner on Kid-Friendly Les Paul and SG Models
Loog and Gibson partner to launch a new line of kid-friendly guitars. These three-string Les Paul and SG models are designed to make learning fun and easy, preparing young musicians for their six-string journey.
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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 guitar
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Gibson and Marc Jacobs Unite for Joyful Collaboration
Explore the limited-edition Gibson x Marc Jacobs JOY collection, featuring custom Les Paul guitars with artwork by Hattie Stewart.
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