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Epiphone promises "vintage for all" as it launches the most affordable ’59 Les Paul Standard ever

By Richard Bienstock

The Epiphone '59 LP Standard is the company's first-ever collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop, with aged finishes, ‘50s-era wiring and more for just $799

PRS SE Hollowbody Standard and Hollowbody II review

By Dave Burrluck

A classic 90's PRS design gets the SE treatment, but do these Hollowbodies still offer premium feel at a knocked-down price?

Guild adds 3 new single-cutaway acoustic guitars to its orchestra-sized OM range

By Sam Roche

The new electronic-equipped additions are exclusively available from Guitar Center

Taurus unleashes the Stomp-Head 6.CE pedalboard amplifier

By Sam Roche

The new stompbox-sized unit is an amplifier, preamp, foot controller and speaker simulator all in one

Save $50 on the sleek 'Stomptrooper' edition of Line 6's HX Stomp

By Jackson Maxwell

Save big on the galactic edition of this industry-leading multi-effects unit ahead of Amazon Prime Day

Manson META Series MBM-1 review

By Stuart Williams

When a signature guitar belongs to the company’s owner, it’s gonna be good: Matt Bellamy's latest affordable electric rated

Gretsch G5410T Electromatic “Rat Rod” review

By Ed Mitchell

Combining old-school curb appeal with modern performance, this is a silver dream machine from the kings of rockabilly

Watch Sarah Longfield craft a beautifully ethereal ambient piece with a Martin GPC-X2E and a modular synth

By Jackson Maxwell

Perfect for those looking for a dependable travel guitar, the GPC-X2E shines in Longfield's hands

Get a comprehensive tour of Singular Sound's impressively-spec'd Aeros Loop Studio pedal

By Jackson Maxwell

This certainly isn't your average looper - follow along with Steve Stine as he takes you on a guided tour of it, from setup to recording

Fender Vintera '60s Jazz Bass review

By Mike Brooks

A Fender Jazz in Firemist Gold isn’t a common sight, but does this J offer more than just a pretty finish?

Hartke LX8500 review

By Stuart Clayton

Hartke's new bass amp head sees the esteemed amp-makers deliver power and configurability in spades

Victory V4 The Duchess review

By Nick Guppy

Victory’s low-gain, high-powered compact pedalboard amp head takes some beating. Time to downsize?

Jackson CBXM X-Series Signature David Ellefson Concert IV and V review

By Joe Daly

David Ellefson's new signature Jackson basses are mega-cool, mega-understated and not just for metal

Feast your eyes on the flower-powerful Fender Shawn Mendes Foundation Musicmaster

By Richard Bienstock

Limited-edition signature model boasts short-scale design, fan-inspired artwork and versatile hum/single-coil layout

Lava Music teams with streetwear brand Chemist Creations for a carbon-fiber, fashion-forward acoustic-electric

By Richard Bienstock

Limited-edition guitar features injection-molded body, onboard effects and cutting-edge graphics

Why guitarists will find much to love in the Tascam Model 12

By Jackson Maxwell

This all-in-one recorder, interface and DAW controller is a home studio essential. Explore its functionality and many features with GW's Paul Riario

Ashdown Grail and Saint review

By Phil Mann

Amp makers Ashdown step into bass guitar world with this Dan Lakin-designed range of workhorse instruments

Epifani DIST2 2x10 Cabinet review

By Joe Daly

The DIST2 uses all of Nick Epifani's cab-building experience for a lightweight 2x10 with some serious power behind it

Watch Ryan "Fluff" Bruce demo Cort's new lean, mean shred machine, the KX500 Etched

By Jackson Maxwell

The KX500 Etched is a straightforward, dependable and high-performing instrument that'll give you top-shelf sounds at a wallet-friendly price

Watch Justin Johnson unbox a beautiful new PRS P20E parlor acoustic

By Jackson Maxwell

Who better to take PRS's first parlor acoustic for a test drive than this blues specialist?