Latest articles by Phil Weller
Gibson drops three-string Les Paul and SG Juniors as it launches new kid-sized guitars with Loog
The three-stringed guitars are designed to encourage youngsters to pick up a guitar and start their journey with fun, interactive learning
Brian Setzer is re-opening his Reverb store – and it’s filled with stage-played vintage gems
Guitars from the late 1950s and 1960s feature as the rockabilly legend looks to find a new home for some of his gear
After causing a stir at the VMAs, Yungblud and Aerosmith are officially releasing an EP together
The inter-generational EP is the result of a “cosmic connection” between the two artists, Steven Tyler says
For the first time in 20 years, Gibson is offering the Custom Les Paul ’70s as a standard run USA model
The hugely sought-after design, previously available only as a Custom Shop model, arrives as part of the regular line with period-correct touches and throwback finishes
Wolfgang Van Halen explains the variations in EVH’s trademark technique – and shows you how to play them
The multi-instrumentalist delivered a Mammoth tapping masterclass as he demonstrated how to play one of his new singles, The End
Jim Irsay honored by Indianapolis Colts with “Win for Jim” Stratocaster – which will be carried out every game this season
The custom-built Strat will travel with the team throughout the season in recognition of the passions and legacy of the late guitar collector and philanthropist
How the trip to buy a Boss pedal inadvertently saved this guitar player’s life
G.A.S. might be bad for your bank account but it can be invaluable for your health, as this case proves...
John Mayer shares his number one overdrive pedal tip – and it works with any drive
The trick involves some nifty footwork and could help level up your leads
How the Fender Custom Shop was convinced to make the firm’s first 7-string guitar
Suicide Silence guitarist Chris Garza worked with the Custom Shop on its first 7-string Strat – and there's hope that the one-of-a-kind Fender can be the start of something bigger
Paul Reed Smith invited Mike Dawes to meet John Mayer after his Slow Dancing cover went viral – but he never made the rendezvous
Dawes reimagined one of Mayer’s biggest hits, but he later missed the opportunity to meet the man himself
Wolfgang Van Halen took a gamble when he decided to cover his dad’s songs – and it paid off
Wolfgang has only performed a few Van Halen tracks live since his dad passed – and he was all too aware of the risks that came with them
Gibson rarely does collaborative brand Les Pauls – but it’s just unveiled 4 new models designed in partnership with a US fashion giant
A custom guitar strap and pick tins also feature in the capsule, which is set to star in pop-up stores across the globe
How Vianova crafted one of the best modern metal debuts in years by making brutal baritones disgustingly fun
Guitarist Felix Vogelsang reveals how he embraced a divisively finished baritone to cut down on the shred and change the way he approached the instrument
Gretsch brings its iconic Falcon and Nashville hollowbodies to new-low price points with unveiling of the Synchromatic Collection
The guitars feature an enhanced bracing style for authentic Gretsch tones on a more manageable budget
Steve Morse has announced his first new album since leaving Deep Purple – and it’s set to feature Eric Johnson and John Petrucci
Triangulation also features Morse's son on a tribute to the guitarist’s late wife
Charvel beckons a new era for its So-Cal Superstrat – and brings the classic Pro Mod model into the modern era
Seymour Duncan Distortion humbuckers and Luminlay side dots deliver high-quality specs without crazy price tags
Justin Hawkins defends his brother’s comments over the VMAs Ozzy Osbourne tribute
Yungblud starred alongside Nuno Bettencourt, Joe Perry and Steven Tyler for an all-star medley of Prince of Darkness tunes – which was met with derision by Dan Hawkins
Reverb relaunches in the UK with reduced seller fees – promising players “more money for their music gear”
Musicians will now get more money for the gear they sell on the website, which also provides discounted shipping labels and UK market trend data
Spinal Tap play Big Bottom on Jimmy Kimmel with Tal Wilkenfeld and Thundercat
David St. Hubbins led a legion of bassists out onto the Jimmy Kimmel stage for a rendition of Spinal Tap’s 1984 track
Steve Morse injects Coldplay with some Deep Purple flair as he adds a guitar solo to mega-hit Fix You
The British pop rock giants don’t really do shred, so what happened when Morse got his hands on the track?
PRS has resurrected its Mira model – and says it's better than ever
The budget-friendly and versatile solidbody was discontinued in 2013. Now called the S2 Mira 594, it’s back with some key upgrades
How Frankensteined Fenders and vintage Gibsons supercharged the rise of Jack White-backed rockers Die Spitz
With a yin and yang guitar partnership, rarebreed pedals and a DIY attitude, the Texans’ blend of metal, punk and shoegaze is the latest addition to Third Man Records’ roster
Kirk Hammett let Al Di Meola play his iconic Greeny – so the fusion virtuoso let him play his prized Elegant Gypsy Black Beauty
The two guitar greats let each other have a go on their cherished Les Pauls
