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Kurt Cobain’s Fender Mustang to go on auction

The Lake Placid Blue Fender Mustang used by Nirvana frontman Kurt Cobain in the now iconic Smells Like Teen Spirit is going under the hammer.

Five odd and quirky guitar designs that you may not have seen before

Are you looking for a guitar that defies tradition, or stands out from the crowd? Here are five guitars that are sure to get you noticed!

Heritage Guitars now offers the Custom Core H-150 with a Plain Top

Heritage Guitars has just announced a Plain Top version of its premium single-cut model, the Custom Core H-150.

Evil Riffs For Halloween: The spookiest songs to rock out to on 31 October

With Halloween just around the corner, here are our scariest riffs for the spooky season. Happy Halloween!

Best Vlogging Cameras: 5 go-to video solutions for 2021

Whether you’re thinking of starting a vlog or looking to upgrade your current setup, here are some options that you can't go wrong with.

Don’t skimp on your guitar strap!

If you have a little bit of extra cash and want to invest in gear, could we persuade you to put it towards a new guitar strap?

Five legendary guitarists and their iconic instruments

Five guitars, five legendary guitarists: These instruments were built or modded over time to become intimately associated with some of rock's greatest musicians.

Affordable, great-playing Les Paul alternative? Try this Swede.

In the market for an affordable electric guitar with some decent specifications and a premium looking appearance? Check out Hagstrom Guitars.

Review: Harley Benton Aeolus, a budget semi-hollow with premium features

With its Aeolus semi-hollow singlecut guitar, Harley Benton promises premium specs for those on a tight budget. We find out if it holds up to the hype.

Ibanez adds five new models to its Iron Label series – Nothing but Metal!

The Ibanez Iron Label series is back with three new guitars and two new basses. Dressed in all black, these instruments are ready to riff!

First Look Review: Harley Benton Dullahan FT-24 and AT-24

Harley Benton's Dullahan headless guitar found its way to the Gearnews office - here's what (not) to expect from your first headless guitar.

The Gretsch 6128: How I ended up with one, and why you should get one too

Read one guitar-buyer's journey that began with the overpriced '79 Les Paul Silverburst and ended with a delightfully playable used Gretsch 6128.

First Look: Walrus Audio Polychrome delivers quality analog flanger tones

Walrus Audio recently released its latest pedal, the Polychrome Analog Flanger. If you're a fan of flanger effects, then you need to check this pedal out!

Review: Harley Benton AirBorne Go desktop wireless modelling amplifier

Harley Benton's AirBorne Go amp boasts wireless transmission, Bluetooth and a host of effects. But how does it fare in practice sessions? We find out!

Review: Walrus Audio’s ACS1 Amp and Cab Simulator pedal

Walrus Audio's latest MAKO Series pedal, the ACS1 amp and cab simulator, was released earlier this year. Did it meet our expectations? Mostly...

Review: UAFX Golden Reverberator, Starlight Echo Station and Astra Modulation Machine

Announced in January 2021 to great fanfare, were able to get our hands on the three new UAFX guitar pedals and take them through their paces!

Review: Harley Benton SC-550 Plus EMG ups the ante for budget single-cuts

Harley Benton's guitars have a big following - can the SC-550 Plus EMG live up to expectations? It can. And then some. Read our in-depth review.

The VOX Clyde McCoy Wah: A classic wah pedal and its history

The humble wah pedal has come a long way. Today we take a brief look at the history of this effect, and its connection with Clyde McCoy.

NAMM 2021: Fender drops two new ’68 Custom amplifiers and a micro headphone amp

Fender announces two new tube amps, the ‘68 Custom Pro Reverb and the ‘68 Custom Vibro Champ Reverb, and the Mustang Micro headphone amp.

Korg USA bags Aguilar Amplification

Well-known bass amp and pedal manufacturer Aguilar Amplification is set to join Korg USA, joining brands like Vox, Blackstar and Darkglass.

Strymon NightSky Review: Reinventing the Reverb?

Strymon lent us its latest reverb unit, the NightSky "Time-warped Reverberator" with a step sequencer, for a test run. Here's our review.

Update: Is Guitar Center finally headed for bankruptcy?

Guitar Center in trouble again. According to a recent New York Times article, the US mega instrument retailer missed an interest payment earlier this month, and may have to file for bankruptcy.

Watch the new trailer for The Pedal Movie here!

A full-length documentary, The Pedal Movie, celebrates and explores the history and culture of guitar effects. Watch the trailer here.

The Fender Bassman – The bass amplifier that changed the guitar world

Most rock amp builders use early Marshalls as an inspiration. But Jim Marshall based his early designs on the Fender's 5F6-A Bassman circuit. Does that make the Bassman the grandaddy of rock amps?