The James Hetfield OGV Electra Flying V
James Hetfield's history-making guitar is none other than the Electra Flying Wedge Model 2236, a Japanese-made copy of Gibson's Flying VRead More
Evolution of Guitar Effects: A Historical Guide to Pedals and Their Impact on Sound
The Evolution of Guitar Effects: Explore the history of guitar effects pedals, from early mechanical innovations to modern digital FX.Read More
How to set up a Gibson Les Paul and make it play like a dream
How to set up a Gibson Les Paul and make it play like a dream. In this guide, I share my favorite tips on how to set up a Gibson Les PaulRead More
Gibson Garage Las Vegas: What the Brand's Fourth Flagship Store Means for the Guitar Industry
Gibson opens its fourth Garage location in Las Vegas at Miracle Mile Shops in 2027, featuring a 10,000-sq-ft experiential retail space.Read More
The End of Brand Loyalty: How $500 Import Guitars Are Outplaying $3,000 American Classics
How Chinese automation and global capital are eroding brand loyalty in guitars, allowing $500 imports to match $3,000 American classics.Read More
Epiphone Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior in Radiant Red - OUT NOW!
Epiphone Billie Joe Armstrong Les Paul Junior in Radiant Red. Check out specs, pricing, and our verdict!Read More
Gibson Unveils Ultra-Exclusive 100th Anniversary Custom Acoustic Collection
Gibson celebrates 100 years of flat-top guitars with the Custom Acoustic Anniversary Collection. Explore all 5 limited-edition Bozeman models today.Read More
Gibson Custom Revives a Hard Rock Holy Grail: The 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue Drops
Bring a rock icon home. Read our full review of the Gibson Custom 1971 Flying V Medallion Reissue, featuring specs, T-Top tones, and our final verdict.Read More
Gibson Custom Shop Translucent Les Paul Standards Coming Soon
A modern twist on a classic formula. Read our verdict on the Gibson Custom Shop Les Paul Standard featuring 9-hole weight relief and Burstbucker tones.Read More
The Best 4th of July Guitar and Gear Deals to Grab Right Now
Score the best 4th of July guitar deals from Sweetwater and Guitar Center. Save big on Epiphone, Fender, MXR, and more before the sales end.Read More
Gibson Breaks Tradition: New 25.5-Inch Les Paul Custom Long Scale Debuts
Gibson Custom launches the Les Paul Custom Long Scale in Ebony, featuring a 25.5-inch scale length perfect for down-tuning and snappy note attack. Read our full breakdown.Read More
Gibson CEO Cesar Gueikian to Step Down; Anne Rohosy Named Interim Chief
Gibson CEO Cesar Gueikian steps down effective July 31, 2026. Anne Rohosy named Interim CEO as Gueikian moves to the Board and global ambassador role.Read More
Sandpaper & Regret: The Hilariously Bad World of Failed Guitar Relics
A look at the hilariously bad world of DIY guitar aging, from sander mishaps to plywood tragedies, as seen on The Gear Page.Read More
Gibson Custom Shop Resurrects a Legend: The 1959 & 1962 ES-330 Reissue
Gibson Custom Shop brings back the legendary 1959 and 1962 ES-330 Reissue hollowbody guitars. Discover vintage specs, custom P-90 pickups, history, pricing, and our review verdict.Read More
Gibson Resurrects '80s Cult Classic: The Victory Returns with Floyd Rose Upgrades
Gibson revives the cult-classic Victory with a Floyd Rose, 24 frets, and coil-split '80s Tribute humbuckers. Read our verdict.Read More
Gibson Expands Iconic Lineup with New ES-335 50s and 60s Models: Which Era Is Right for You?
Gibson brings era-specific specs to the ES-335. Compare the 50s and 60s models, from neck profiles to pickup tones, and find your perfect semi-hollow match.Read More
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 eachRead 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
Gibson Unveils the Jake Kiszka SG Standard: A Modern Tribute to "The Beloved" 1961 Classic
Gibson debuts the Jake Kiszka SG Standard, a limited-edition tribute to the Greta Van Fleet star's '61 classic with T-Type pickups and a vintage cherry finish.Read More
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.Read More
The High-Gain Time Machine: Revisiting the 90s Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier
Is the 90s Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier still the king of high-gain amps? Check out our deep dive into the specs, 2-channel layout, and 100W of all-valve power.Read More
Gibson Limited-Edition Les Paul Studio "Double Trouble": The Modern Workhorse Gets a Bold Refresh
Gibson gives the Les Paul Studio the "Double Trouble" treatment. A personal, stage-ready workhorse with Burstbucker Pro pickups for $1,599. See the full specs.Read More
Jeff Buckley Guitar Gear - A Deep Dive into Grace
Jeff Buckley Guitar Gear. Buckley was a major influence on many musicians and guitarists. We take a deep dive into the gear he used.Read More
Mastering Your Guitar Setup: A Beginner's Guide
Mastering Your Guitar Setup: Follow our Simple Step-by-Step Comprehensive Guide for Optimal Playability and ToneRead More
ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons Debuts Stunning Gibson "CEO#11" Explorer as Cesar Gueikian Teases New DES Series
Billy Gibbons debuts the hand-built Gibson CEO#11 Explorer on tour as CEO Cesar Gueikian teases the upcoming "DES" Ghost Burst collection. Read more here!Read More