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Gibson unveils Murphy Lab replica of Eric Clapton’s “Disraeli Gears” 1958 Les Paul Custom
By Jonathan Horsley published
The Cream of the crop for collectors, this forensic reproduction ships with a second pickguard signed by Slowhand and Lee, a custom Duck Brothers case and a lot of mojo

Johnny Marr says satin finishes have no business being on a guitar neck
By Jonathan Horsley published
Gloss is boss in Marr's book as he reveals his six-string pet peeve

Plini shows us his modded signature Strandberg Boden, but what’s that hiding in the tremolo springs?
By Jonathan Horsley published
Plini was hanging around at ArcTanGent 2024 waiting for his set to start. We asked him what was new with his Strandberg, pointed a camera at him, and this is what he told us....

Paul Reed Smith loved his own Charcoal Phoenix so much that it is now available to buy
By Jonathan Horsley published
This collectible stunner was inspired by the John McLaughlin Private Stock signature model and has been thoroughly road-tested by the PRS Guitars founder

Paging all “shred warriors,” Wylde Audio’s Berzerker takes the shape of metal guitar to new extremes
By Jonathan Horsley published
OMG... Or should that be EMG. Wylde's new Berzerker is a shape and a half...

Sustainiac pickups, onboard fuzz! Manson lavishes Matt Bellamy-approved specs on new M-Series models
By Jonathan Horsley published
The new M-Series models are as 21st-century as a T-style gets

Best Stratocasters 2025: Top Strat picks from Fender and Squier
By Ed Mitchell last updated
Our experts countdown the best Strat guitars - from budget to pro - that showcase arguably the most iconic guitar of all time

Fender launches a slew of patriotic deals this Presidents' Day with hundreds off a wide range of USA-made guitars - including $200 off select American Professional II models and more
By Daryl Robertson published
From Pro II to Player Plus, Ultra Luxe to Performer, there is something for everyone this Presidents' Day over at Fender.com

Andy Powers on the difficulties of designing a new Taylor electric and the launch of Powers Electric
By Jonathan Horsley published
The CEO, chief designer and president of Taylor Guitars says the design language and aesthetic of the high-end acoustic brand was the wrong fit for his all-new electric guitar

Gibson unveils ‘84 Les Paul Standard w/ Bigsby, signed by Johnny Marr to support teen cancer charity
By Jonathan Horsley published
Limited to just 20 units worldwide, this Bigsby-equipped model, inspired by his famous red LP, will be available from the Gibson Garage London from 21 February with all proceeds going to charity
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