Michael Astley-Brown
Mike is Editor-in-Chief of GuitarWorld.com, in addition to being an offset fiend and recovering pedal addict. He has a master's degree in journalism, and has spent the past decade writing and editing for guitar publications including MusicRadar, Total Guitar and Guitarist, as well as a decade-and-a-half performing in bands of variable genre (and quality). In his free time, you'll find him making progressive instrumental rock under the nom de plume Maebe.
Latest articles by Michael Astley-Brown
Pigtronix unveils 3 new mini guitar effects pedals
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Octava Micro, Gatekeeper Micro and Class A Boost Micro announced
Guitar effects pedals: the key terms you need to know
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Jargon-busting the pedalboard
The Kapsule might just be the ultimate guitar case for touring musicians
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Gruv Gear unveils hybrid hardcase, gigbag and suitcase
Will Flare Audio's Isolate earplugs improve your live music experience?
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Affordable ear protectors promise to attenuate all frequencies equally
Kemper finally releases the Profiler Stage Floorboard
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Best of 2019: Amp modeller combines Profiler Head and Remote for one all-powerful unit
Mark Knopfler is now using Kemper Profiling Amps onstage
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Best of 2019: First Mayer, now this… are tube amps in dire straits?
Gibson issues threat to rival guitar builders: “You have been warned; we’re here to protect our iconic legacy”
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Best of 2019: Guitar giant pulls Mark Agnesi video after outcry
"I needed to have a guitar that can make many different sounds and has the potential to go into lots of different areas" – Radiohead's Ed O'Brien talks Strats
By Michael Astley-Brown, Rod Brakes, Rob Laing last updated
An in-depth chat with the pioneering player about his signature Fender guitar
Ernie Ball debuts St Vincent HH signature guitar
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Distinctive Music Man model gets a dual-humbucker tweak
NAMM 2019: Godin reveals Daryl Stuermer DS-1 signature guitar
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Phil Collins guitarist gets Seymour Duncan-equipped electric
Gibson unveils Chris Cornell Tribute ES-335 signature guitar
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Iconic Soundgarden frontman’s semi-hollow reissued ahead of tribute concert
Summer NAMM 2019: Gretsch launches fresh signature guitars for Brian Setzer, Rich Robinson and Steve Wariner
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Guitar heroes rewarded with top-of-the-line models
Solar unleashes signature guitar for The Haunted/Witchery’s Patrik Jensen
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Ola Englund’s co introduces E1.6 Jensen
Mastodon's Bill Kelliher signs with ESP, announces two new signature guitars
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Metal guitarist jumps ship from Gibson, says "working with ESP has been a breath of fresh air"
Reverend triggers optic interruption with Jenn Wasner signature guitar
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Visually striking electric from Wye Oak/Flock Of Dimes guitarist
Charvel unveils limited-edition Guthrie Govan signature guitar in Britannica Red
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Guthrie Govan is the torchbearer of modern guitar virtuosity, and Charvel has paid homage to his brilliance with a new version of his shred-ready signature model.
PRS SE Chris Robertson signature guitar receives new Kentucky Blueburst finish
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Black Stone Cherry frontman gets a limited-edition colour
NAMM 2017: Ibanez announces 40th Anniversary George Benson signature guitars
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Jazz legend launches GB40TH semi-acoustic models
Epiphone unveils James Bay ‘1966’ Century signature guitar
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Singer-songwriter lands limited-edition electric
Summer NAMM 2017: Fender reveals new Jimi Hendrix, George Harrison and Justin Meldal-Johnsen signature guitars and basses
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Monterey Stratocaster, Rosewood Telecaster and Road Worn Mustang on the way
Summer NAMM 2017: Charvel reveals new looks for Jake E Lee and Warren DeMartini signature guitars
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Ozzy Osbourne and Ratt guitarists channel classic '80s vibes
PRS announces limited run of SE Bernie Marsden Signature guitars
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Former Whitesnake man’s signature model rides again
Manson reveals signature guitars for Skindred’s Mikey Demus
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
MD-1 and MD-2 boast Satin Candy Orange finishes
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