When Fender decides to do an FSR version of their back catalogue you sometimes get something really special. Of course, that also means sometimes you don't.
Living Colour's Vernon Reid has been touting a customised Vela for a few years now and finally it is available for a limited time from PRS to actually buy at long last.
The Gibson Custom Shop is clutching at straws with this latest gimmick and it says a lot about this great American guitar maker. Is this yet another step in the wrong direction?
Gibson has really dropped the ball with their brand new Les Paul Standard announced today, they have uploaded a promotional photo of a damaged guitar!
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When you use (abs(INPUT^3))^3. to create your distortion sounds, you know you aren't following the herd. This new effect from the USA might blow your mind - or your speakers!
Inspired by the behemoth B-25 bombers of the Pacific battles, these two aviation inspired guitars actually have pieces of the plane incorporated into their design.
This recreation of the famous Blackface Deluxe Reverb amplifier has even been tastefully aged to make it look the part - one for the lovers of vintage flavoured guitar tones.
Summer is almost upon us and the Fender Custom Shop is about to assault our wallets with these 'vintage' guitars that never actually existed!
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Stoner rock band All Them Witches have collaborated with Stomp Under Foot to build the Alabaster, their new signature dirt box, featuring both fuzz and boost circuits - just in case you need even more volume!
Like a rolling stone? Gibson Custom Shop's new Rock Top LP Standard features a look styled on a 'stone' theme, with four models each showing a different variation - and all at the same astronomic price.
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Keeley has launched a new version of its Tesla Fuzz using old Soviet-era 104NU71 germanium transistors. The new pedal is being produced in limited numbers and has a distinct historical styling. Dosvedanya!
When someone with authority and no taste decides to release some high-end Custom Shop guitars, what could possibly go wrong? Well, luckily Gibson has decided to test this theory out for us...
Taking Leo Fender's Kiloton bass design and making it more affordable for the masses: Have G&L made enough savings for this to be a contender in the budget bass market?
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Four brand new Custom Shop guitars for 2017 and with some great new finishes and a new artist model as well. Will these new guitars get you fired up for a new guitar?
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Can this Californian amp giant conquer the acoustic amplifier market? This new model looks feature packed and could be the strong start they need to make an impression on acoustic players.
Classy! Gibson announces a new limited run of Custom models, all dressed in the black 'tuxedo' look for 2017, featuring gold hardware and a nitro finish.
This 'road warrior' look has finally made its way to Gibson! Now you can buy a pre-battered Les Paul Standard - but we're not sure how 'cool' these will look up close...
Traditional American hand made guitars meets a more modern guitar styling with better upper fret access and a cool new look. Looks like Gibson are making a statement and it's a welcome one.
So you want a be-bop jazz tone, but you want something versatile with modern playability. This new hep cat on the block could be the answer.
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Have John Mayer and Paul Reed Smith been at it again? Mr Mayer has recently been seen playing what looks like a new PRS Strat-style guitar...
Based upon 'that' vintage humbucking pickup design, the 57/08 pickups were previously now only available as part of a PRS guitar. Now you won't have to pay those exorbitant 'used' prices to get a pair.
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The Fender Custom Shop probably saved the company and created some memorable guitars along the way; this documentary is a must-see for all Fender fans.
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This is a shining example of recycling done right, giving you the chance to buy some cool Brazilian tone woods that are very well seasoned.
Looks like Gibson know that many guitarists want a cheaper option: The new S Series range has been announced for 2017. But how are they managing to cut all those costs?