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The Last of Us composer Gustavo Santaolalla shows off his “Guitarocko” Strat – a 1-of-1 Fender designed to mimic the ronroco
By Phil Weller published
The traditional South American instrument plays a key role in the game/TV show's award-winning soundtrack, with Fender now helping marry it with a Strat

Also owned by George Harrison, Eric Clapton's “Fool” SG was already legendary by the time it ended up in Todd Rundgren's hands – but that journey had taken its toll
By Phil Weller published
An emblem of Clapton’s Cream days and the Summer of Love, it was in dire need of some TLC by the time Rundgren got his hands on it

A 1913 Gibson acoustic – played and owned by George Harrison and Eric Clapton – has been listed on Reverb
By Phil Weller published
The historically significant guitar was featured on the final albums by the Beatles and Cream and helped launch the guitarists' solo careers

“It's probably this year's greatest metal guitar so far, even if it lacks the pointy edges to prove it": Jackson Pro Series Lee Malia LM-87 review
By Jonathan Horsley published
The most-anticipated metal guitar of 2025 is here but is it worth getting all offset about?

Scott Ian is in his “Bruce Lee era” and giving his signature King V a solid makeover – complete with the classic Jackson logo
By Phil Weller published
The thrash metal legend has given his signature axe a major overhaul, and owning one won’t break the bank either

Gibson’s Parlor Rosewood EC offers a downsized, single-cut take on the SJ-200 shape beloved by Brian May and Johnny Cash
By Phil Weller published
The small, cutaway-lavished acoustic is built to be a worthy travel companion without limiting the size of its sound

Fender Japan celebrates the ’60s with the return of its Traditional Collection
By Phil Weller published
The collection’s Class of 2025 offers the firm’s premium craftsmanship and a raft of nostalgic colorways

Best guitars for beginners 2025: epic entry-level acoustic and electric guitars
By Chris Corfield last updated
Start playing today with our pick of great beginner guitars from Squier, Ibanez, Yamaha and more
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