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Billboard has shared its list of the 100 Greatest Guitars – and there are some surprises in the top 10
By Phil Weller published
Jimi Hendrix, Eddie Van Halen, and Willie Nelson all make the top bracket, which leaves out a few notable instruments

Metallica are currently touring with 64 guitars – and 36 need to be ready to go at any given moment
By Phil Weller published
The huge arsenal of guitars and basses is part of a mammoth production that includes 6,000 guitar picks that are needed to make each night a success

Chris Shiflett has taken a Superstrat on tour with Foo Fighters to divebomb in solos
By Phil Weller published
Shiflett's shift to a Strat-style Charvel custom build has given him free rein to dive bomb in the solo for Breakout and honor his guitar heroes

Kramer revives a cult classic “vault find” from the ’80s – and issues a “modern and sleeker” LP-style design
By Phil Weller published
Five new speed-shredding six-strings balance ’80s revivalism with modern touches via the Kramer 84, Pacer Carrera, Jersey Star, Assault Figured, and Nite-V models

“You’ll have some serious fun here”: Vintage REVO Series Custom Supreme & Trio review
By Dave Burrluck published
Vintage already offers a huge number of affordable and tidily made electrics, but for 2024 we get a whole new retro-inspired range – and 15 new models. Where to start?

“A classic ’70s hardtail”: Fender 70th Anniversary Vintera II Antigua Stratocaster review
By Chris Gill published
This hardtail beauty marks the Strat’s big 7-0 in style – provided you like Antigua

2024 Summer Ultimate Gear Guide: the best new guitar gear of the year
By Guitar World Staff published
A detailed rundown of the hottest guitar gear to hit the market over the past year. Here, we dive into the standout pieces.

David Gilmour reckons vintage guitars are superior – and he’s got a theory as to why
By Matt Owen published
Gilmour's prized 1945 Martin D-18 has been used as evidence to showcase the tonal benefits of vintage instruments

“A hard-rocking Superstrat”: Charvel Pro-Mod Relic San Dimas Style 1 Relic HH FR PF review
By Stuart Williams published
With a super-charged Strat vibe and a contrasting relic finish, Charvel’s San Dimas Style 1 is swapping Spandex for slippers as the 80s blueprint reaches middle age
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