Mick Thomson news and features

Mick Thomson is now endorsing Fishman – could a Fluence signature set be on the horizon?

Mick Thomson confirms he is using Fishman Fluence pickups now, and we reckon a signature set won’t be far off – here’s why

By Matt Parker published 2 August 23

The Slipknot guitar icon has embraced Fluence’s tech-savvy tonal approach. We’re excited to see what follows

ESP officially welcomes Slipknot's Mick Thomson to its artist roster – and confirms a new ESP/LTD signature model is on the way

By Matt Owen published 16 May 23

Former Jackson player Thomson – who is also rumored to have joined Fishman – is currently spec'ing up some custom models, which will precede a highly anticipated signature guitar

Looks like Slipknot's Mick Thomson has signed with ESP and Fishman, seemingly leaving Jackson and Seymour Duncan

By Matt Owen published 3 April 23

Thomson's wife and guitar tech both published telling posts on social media, after the Slipknot maestro was spotted playing ESPs live during the band's recent shows in Japan

How to tell Jim Root and Mick Thomson’s Slipknot guitar parts apart

By Jon Wiederhorn published 18 October 22

The Iowa bruise brothers of metal address the guitar with contrasting styles, but as they explain here, they know what the other is about to do before they do themselves

Jim Root and Mick Thomson on the depression, wild gear experiments and chaos theory behind Slipknot’s devastating new album

By Jon Wiederhorn published 6 October 22

The End, So Far was borne of depression and anxiety: it's the triumphant sound of the Iowa metal institution picking themselves off the canvas, turning the guitars up loud and digging in

Slipknot bring the chaos with their first new music in 2 years, The Chapeltown Rag

By Sam Roche published 5 November 21

The fresh cut sees the Iowa nine-piece hark back to the “frenetic” sound of their first two albums, Slipknot and Iowa

Slipknot's Mick Thomson: "If I had my way, I would be playing a Jackson King V all the time!"

By Sam Roche published 12 February 20

The masked axeman reveals his love for the V as German retail giant Thomann hosts an in-depth interview and rig tour

Jackson Custom Shop celebrates its 40th anniversary with some truly over-the-top creations

By Richard Bienstock published 30 January 20

Twenty-seven-fret Vs, limited edition artist models, multi-scale basses and an outrageous Jackson/Charvel double neck that has to be seen to be believed

NAMM 2017: Jackson Guitars Announces USA Signature Mick Thomson Soloist

By Guitar World Staff published 23 January 17

Slipknot lead guitarist Mick Thomson is one of metal’s most successful and revered players.

Jackson Guitars Welcomes Slipknot’s Mick Thomson

By Guitar World Staff published 1 July 16

Slipknot guitarist Mick Thomson joins the Jackson family.

Slipknot Guitarist Mick Thomson "Doing OK" After Being Stabbed in Head by Brother

By Guitar World Staff published 12 March 15

Slipknot's Jim Root and Mick Thomson Talk Brutal New Album, '.5: The Gray Chapter'

By Alan di Perna published 16 October 14

Seymour Duncan Mick Thomson EMTY Blackouts Now Available for 7-String Guitars

By Damian Fanelli published 19 July 12

EMTY Blackouts, pickups designed by Seymour Duncan and Mick Thomson of Slipknot, are now available for 7-string guitars.

NAMM 2012 Video: Ibanez Mick Thomson Signature Model Guitars

By Damian Fanelli published 24 January 12