Electric Guitar Reviews

“Not a hair out of place... A faultless, well-tuned and well-voiced working guitar”: Manson MD-3 Mikey Demus review

By Dave Burrluck published 28 August 25

This UK-made MD introduces a new pickup set that piles on the beef. But, as we find out, it’s no one-trick pony

Squier Classic Vibe Custom Telecaster SH with Bigsby Review

By Pete Emery published 22 August 25

With a 'bang for your buck' reputation, Squier introduces a classic vibe Telecaster with a twist - a Bigsby Licensed trem

“A very clever original design, albeit one that could have come out of the Gibson factory in the early ’60s”: Ivison Dakota Standard review

By Dave Burrluck published 18 August 25

Used by big names such as Richard Fortus and Audley Freed, and made in the UK, Ivison guitars recall the lost art of the ‘golden era’ but in very original dress

“Some purists will find the mix of vintage and Ultra spec sacrilegious”: Fender Ultra Luxe Vintage ’60s Telecaster Custom review

By Rob Laing published 12 August 25

Fender's new high-end range is lightly aged and heavily priced

PRS Special Semi-Hollow, S2 Special Semi-Hollow and SE Special Semi-Hollow review

By Dave Burrluck published 10 August 25

Along with its 40th Anniversary specials, PRS is cranking out the new releases, including three-pickup Special Semi-Hollow models in the S2 and SE line. We compare them with the Core version

Manson Meta MBM-2 review

By Pete Emery published 9 August 25

Produced by Cort, Manson refines the Meta MBM-1 with the updated Meta MBM-2H, perfect for Muse fans or those out for a modern sound

"One of the most versatile baritone guitars I’ve ever played": Orangewood Del Sol Baritone review

By Matt McCracken published 31 July 25

Orangewood and TreeTone guitars come together to mix acoustic guitar building nous with retro styling, resulting in a baritone guitar that will suprise people

“I can't help but question why Gibson decided to label this model as a Les Paul”: Gibson Les Paul Music City Special 50th Anniversary review

By Daryl Robertson published 30 July 25

Has Gibson gone in too deep with its Marauder-esque take on the Les Paul?

“One of the most fit-for-purpose class acts we’ve encountered”: PJD Carey Classic review

By Dave Burrluck published 29 July 25

The York, UK-based guitar maker delivers the latest version of its Les Paul Junior/Tele mashup – with remarkable results

“A knockout instrument imbued with modern performance enhancements”: John Page Signature The DL review

By Paul Riario published 25 July 25

He has made top-tier electrics for Eric Clapton, David Gilmour and Pete Townshend, and now John Page will make one for you, too