Guitarist Features

We decipher some of the mumbo jumbo surrounding Gibson’s most popular flat-top acoustics

Maverick effects maker Zachary Vex recalls how tragedy led to triumph in the creation of his most famous pedal

The story of the classic signature model that offered a new twist on Gibson's semi-hollow designs

Some of the world's finest acoustic builders discuss what goes into making a guitar sing

Tone expert Matt Gleeson of Monty’s Guitars explains why a new wiring loom can turn a good guitar into a great one

From battered Martins and vintage Gibsons to pre-CBS Fender Jazzmasters we talk to the Philadelphian indie-rocker about all the guitars he’s loved and lost

Revered boutique pickup maker Jason Lollar on what to look for when you are upgrading pickups – and what 'low-wind' humbuckers actually do for your tone

Chet Atkins will always be remembered for his golden-era Gretsch guitars, but can you remember which one’s which?

Of all the gear the ex-Bluesbreaker has owned, it's the Gibson ES-335 that got away that he misses most

Historic Hardware: we get up close and personal with some of the most coveted guitars to come out of the Custom Shop

The surprising story behind the new acoustic line-up, and why it's fundamental to the company's history

Get to know the tonal differences between the iconic acoustic company's different body shapes

The pair discuss their love of acoustic guitars, working with Beatles producer George Martin, and the band's 50th anniversary box set, Half Century

Ben Fletcher of Fletcher Pickups goes in deep with a mid-'50s Gibson classic

Steve Clarke walks us through the features of the guitar used to wax All Right Now

Megan and Rebecca Lovell on the roots scene, the importance of writing bad songs and rock ’n’ roll’s post-pandemic fightback

The head honcho on Fender's record-breaking year, how guitar players have changed since the company's inception, and the business lessons he learned from Steve Jobs

The custodian of the Greeny Les Paul recounts his recent meeting with Peter to reunite him with the guitar after decades apart

A British company is producing huge sounds from small, featherweight guitar cabs – thanks to the appliance of science