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Fatoumata Diawara on Hendrix’s genius, the making of her Epiphone SG – and the message she wants it to send
By Amit Sharma published
With its Malian-inspired graphic finish and expanded switching options, Diawara's signature model is one cool guitar

What this pristine 1960 Gibson Les Paul Standard tells us about the myth of the ’Bursts
By Dave Davidson published
A so-called Double-O, this 1960 Les Paul was made from ’59 parts, and is a bona-fide grail. But this was not always the case. Back in the day, players just didn't get the appeal

Following the record-breaking sale of Jerry Garcia’s “Tiger,” more Grateful Dead and Garcia guitar gear is coming up for auction
By Janelle Borg published
More than 300 pieces from the inner circle of the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia are currently up for grabs – including Garcia’s studio‑ and video‑played pre‑war Gibson Super 400N

10 sleeper guitar amps that deserve legendary status
By Charlie Wilkins published
From overlooked British combos to U.S. workhorses, these may not have the Plexi's prestige, but they deliver world-class tone for players willing to look beyond the obvious

A storm is coming as Gibson unveils modernized Thunderbird bass
By Phil Weller published
New take on the bass combines heritage with modern performance

The story of Joe Perry’s ’59 Les Paul Standard – his lost treasure and ultimate birthday gift
By Andrew Daly published
Joe Perry was forced to part with his beloved 'Burst in 1979, but it was his Aerosmith bandmate who found it again

How Gibson made the ultimate tribute to David Bowie guitarist Mick Ronson
By Neville Marten published
This Collector’s Edition replica of Ronson’s Bowie-era ’68 Les Paul Custom transports you spiritually – and tonally – to the glory days of the Spiders from Mars (Hull) – but it does not come cheap

How Mesa/Boogie balances its storied heritage with modern tonal versatility across three flagship ranges
By Guitar World Staff published
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