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Why Mark Knopfler’s guitar tech convinced him to play Les Pauls – and how they impacted his tone and playing
By Janelle Borg published
Knopfler is forever linked to the Fender Strat – however, to successfully convey the emotional weight required on Brothers in Arms, his tech pushed him towards Gibsons

For the first time in 20 years, Gibson is offering the Custom Les Paul ’70s as a standard run USA model
By Phil Weller published
The hugely sought-after design, previously available only as a Custom Shop model, arrives as part of the regular line with period-correct touches and throwback finishes

Gibson rarely does collaborative brand Les Pauls – but it’s just unveiled 4 new models designed in partnership with a US fashion giant
By Phil Weller published
A custom guitar strap and pick tins also feature in the capsule, which is set to star in pop-up stores across the globe

“I have long harbored a slight obsession with this hugely underrated guitar. The new finish doesn’t help with that one bit”: All the new guitar gear that has caught my eye this week – including... an urn that fits inside an acoustic?
By Matt Owen published
A whole load of new Jacksons, Charvels, Yamahas and Gibsons headline the last seven days of guitar gear drops

Jimmy Page's 5 most iconic guitars, in his own words
By Daryl Robertson published
Jimmy Page tells all, sharing the stories behind his most significant guitars – plus we tell you how to nail his iconic tone at home at various price points

Zakk Wylde on the miracle of his ‘Grail’ Les Paul and the three most important guitars in his life
By Mark McStea published
The longtime Ozzy guitarist and Black Label Society frontman on why you should hold onto your childhood gear, how he got into Les Pauls and active pickups, and the making of his iconic Grail

Gibson spares no expense to celebrate its 100th SJ-200 Monarch – a one-of-one Brazilian rosewood build that costs $99,999
By Phil Weller published
Gibson’s Custom Shop pushes its artistry to the limit to set “a new benchmark in craftsmanship”

Nikki Sixx recalls his decadent early days with Mötley Crüe
By Joel McIver published
The legendary glam-metal bassist looks back on the crazy times he enjoyed with one of the most notorious bands ever

"Back then, I was pretty much a nobody, so Gibson sold it to me at cost!" Slash's 5 most iconic guitars, in his own words
By Daryl Robertson published
Slash talks through his most significant guitars in his own words – plus we tell you how to nail his iconic tone at home at various price points
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