Back in 1954, the Stratocaster turned the guitar world on its head - and with eye-catching finishes such as the Sherwood Green Metallic we have here, it's still swivelling noggins today

The AFD Les Paul also comes as part of Epiphone's excellent AFD Performance Pack, but here we're focussing on the guitar itself, which is aimed at guitarists taking their first steps in rock

Reorganised and refreshed

The Big F's most affordable US Strat is a workhorse saddled with bags and bags of tone

An affordable version of Annie Clark's Ernie Ball signature

Class, style and versatility in one package

Here comes a modern day hot rod

Despite its huge heritage and perception of conservative style, Gibson is actually remarkably forward-looking and innovative.

Spirit of '59

This turbo-charged S-style brings high-performance electric guitar to shredders of all budgets