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By Phil Weller Published
The Castedosa ABI is a Strat-style build from former Fender Custom Shop Master Builder Carlos Lopez, and designed to honor Ybarra’s legacy

By Matt Parker Published
The instruments are all being sold to raise money for a host of charities, having featured in the actor’s On The Roam series

By Phil Weller Published
Clarke is clearing out his inventory, with everything from a guitar that featured in Slash’s Snakepit videos to amps and pedals all up for grabs

By Matt Parker Published
There’s no sign of meteorite dust or custom inlays on this pink teaser pic – and the origins of the new Starcaster might surprise some players

By Phil Weller Published
The two Stratocaster masters recently shared the stage for a Beck-honoring jam

By Matt Parker Published
The blues-rock guitarist recalls the loss – and remarkable recovery – of his most significant six-string

By Phil Weller Published
4 and 5-strings, changeable pickup configurations, neck profiles and 30 finish options. Could customizable electrics be next?

By Matt Parker Published
The inimitable Zappa is selling off some of his most unusual and prized guitar possessions in order to raise funds for his forthcoming tour dates

By Joe Matera Published
The genius behind Bridge of Sighs talks flaming amps, favorite Strats and why he still practices every day – even if he didn't do it all that much when he was younger

By Matt Parker Published
From sideman to session player, retailer and 30-year Fender employee, Lewis worked on everything from the firm’s amps to revamping Gretsch and launching the first mass-produced humbucker Strat
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