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Guild Starfire I Semi-Hollowbody: Budget Semis for all!
27 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Fancy getting your first semi-hollow guitar? Take a look at the new Guild Starfire I range, available as a single- or double-cut and with an optional Bigsby trem at a very decent price.
Kiesel shows Gibson the finger by launching a new CS6 signature model!
24 Feb 2020 in Guitar
A new chapter in the Kiesel-Gibson spat: Kiesel launches two new signature guitar models, one of which uses the body shape that was the subject of Gibson's recent cease and desist letter, the CS6!
Frankenstein’s guitar! This crazy mod adds a MIDI keyboard to a Gibson Les Paul
Frankenstein's Guitar! Look Mum No Computer added a MIDI keyboard made of arcade buttons to a Gibson Les Paul. After all, why not? If you're a guitar aficionado/purist, do not watch this video.D’Angelico launches new Bob Weir Premier Bedford – for all those Deadheads on a budget!
22 Feb 2020 in Guitar
If you fancied buying a Bob Weir Bedford last year but couldn't quite stretch to it, the new D'Angelico Bob Weir Premier Bedford model may just satiate all your 'Deadhead' needs!
Ernie Ball Music Man’s February Collection turns up the heat
21 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Ernie Ball Music Man heats up the winter with the February Collection, offering three great looking guitars: a Jester in the Majesty's court, a hot Valentine and StingRay5 about to burst!
Fender Japan Modern Jazzmaster: A limited edition hot-rodded offset!
20 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Made in Japan, the new Modern Jazzmaster takes the classic American offset guitar design and turns it on its head, with twin noiseless humbuckers and modern spec throughout.
Washburn Nuno Bettencourt Nele: The N4 goes Tele!
20 Feb 2020 in Guitar
The new T-style Nuno Bettencourt signature model is called the Nele and comes with a unique six-way pickup switching system and that Stephen's Extended Cutaway design adored by its fans.
Gibson issues cease and desist to Kiesel Guitars – Déjà vu?
20 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Kiesel Guitars is the latest manufacturer to recieve a 'cease and desist' letter from Gibson's lawyers. Jeff Kiesel goes online to share why he thinks Gibson will lose.
Dean Guitars Exile Select Series: Shred guitars with extra bling!
20 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Dean Guitars releases some new Exile Select Series guitars in six different flavours, with quilted maple or burled poplar tops and some intriguing colour choices. Shredders' paradise!
Plugin Alliance Friedman BE-100 and DS-40: Boutique Plexi tones for your DAW
Plugin Alliance debuts the Friedman BE-100 and DS-40 plug-ins, emulating two classy tube amplifiers in turn inspired by some of the most famous British amps in rock history.Hologram Electronics Microcosm Granular Pedal: Huge potential (and not just on guitar)
Hologram's Microcosm is a granular effects pedal for all instruments with potentially huge possibilities. No DAW or plug-ins required - all the fun of granular processing in one unit!VHT D-Fifty is a 50-Watt hand-wired Dumble amp clone… for $849!
19 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Attention, tone hunters: The new VHT D-Fifty is a 50-Watt is a hand-wired clone of the legendary Dumble amp, one of the most highly sought-after and expensive guitar amps in the world...
Drive In, anyone? Get this boutique German overdrive pedal at 60% off!
Thomann has an amazing deal on the NEO Instruments Drive In, a creamy boutique overdrive pedal designed and made in Germany, with a whopping 45% off the retail price.Neural DSP Granophyre: A new amp sim plug-in with EQD Plumes
Can the new Omega Ampworks Granophyre virtual amp cut through in a crowded market? Maybe its output tube options, IRs and built-in EarthQuaker Devices Plumes boost pedal will help it get traction.Rock N Roll Relics Revenge: A new guitar shape you’ll either love or hate.
17 Feb 2020 in Guitar
The Revenge by Californian boutique guitar company Rock N Roll Relics has hints of many classic guitar designs all rolled into one - it's an intriguing shape you're either going to love or hate.
Leak: Fender Squier FSR Classic Vibe ’70s Jaguar in cool retro new colours!
15 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Fender is about to release the Squier FSR Classic Vibe '70s Jaguar in two new limited edition finishes, Shell Pink and Daphne Blue, along with some (as yet elusive) '70s Mustang models.
Siren Pedals launches Airavata, Anvil and Midnight Train
15 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Nashville based company Siren Pedal has announced three new hand-built and colourful boutique effects pedals: the Airavata, Anvil and Midnight Train.
Fender does Pop Art with FACE Stratocaster and MHAK Tele
14 Feb 2020 in Guitar
Fender Japan is releasing two limited edition Art Gallery Collection models, the FACE Stratocaster and MHAK Telecaster, with a unique look. Fancy some pop art on your new Fender?
Fender Blonde Player Tele with Custom Shop ’51 Nocaster pickups
14 Feb 2020 in Guitar
This limited-edition Mexican made Fender Butterscotch Blonde Player Tele comes with a set of Custom Shop '51 Nocaster pickups - expect some vintage Telecaster tones at a decent price.
Fender limited-edition Raw Ash American Performer Stratocaster and Telecaster!
13 Feb 2020 in Guitar
A new limited edition range of American Performer Telecaster and Stratocaster have just been announced by Fender in a Raw Ash finish, with Yosemite pickups and Greasebucket tone circuits. Neat!
Fender starts shipping new Eric Johnson Virginia Stratocaster Artist Signature!
12 Feb 2020 in Guitar
The Fender Eric Johnson Virginia Stratocaster Artist Signature model has a unique offset-seam body and is available in both limited edition US Custom Shop and US production models.
Fender Mod Shop adds an all-rosewood neck option to five popular models!
12 Feb 2020 in Guitar
After last year's introduction of the Silverburst finish option, the Fender Mod Shop is now offering an all-rosewood neck option for five iconic designs!