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Gibson’s ultra-classy Dark Walnut finish has been reborn for a range of irresistible new-look models
By Phil Weller published
Five iconic Gibson guitars are given the luxurious finish, with premium appointments to boot

Dave Mustaine issues an update on his long-awaited Gibson Les Paul – which could be his most radical signature model yet
By Janelle Borg published
The signature Les Paul had previously been teased by Mustaine and his guitar tech in 2022

Harley Benton launches three new ‘build your own guitar’ kits – starting from $117
By Phil Weller published
Thomann’s budget gear firm extends its entry-level guitar-building kits with okoume and basswood six-strings inspired by V and Explorer shapes

Is the Explorer still Gibson’s most underrated electric guitar?
By Chris Gill published
The Explorer was a little bit radical for 1958 but popularized by Clapton, Hetfield, the Edge, Rick Derringer and Skynyrd, this all-angled shape came into its own. Does it sound different to other Gibsons? Debatable. But heck, it looks cool

PRS has dropped its objection to Gibson’s Theodore trademark – but the dispute continues outside of the courts
By Matt Parker published
The McCarty-era sketch that Gibson recently brought to life has caused ruptures with the McCarty estate

Dean Guitars maker has won the right to a retrial in Gibson trademark dispute
By Matt Parker published
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that Armadillo Enterprises is entitled to a retrial that will include previously excluded evidence

Gibson ventures into the signature string market with first-ever Dave Mustaine set
By Matt Owen published
The set – which the Megadeth frontman uses on all his tour guitars – has been unveiled alongside a custom black leather strap

“No-one played like him before, and everyone played like him after”: Joe Bonamassa demonstrates the genius of Albert King
By Joe Bonamassa published
Joe Bonamassa pays homage to one of his favourite blues influences – and why he can’t play a slow blues without asking, “What would Albert do?”
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