guitar

"The true star here is the pickup configuration": PRS SE Studio review

By Daryl Robertson published 1 September 25

Modern electrics can be criticized for trying to be all things to all people, but the SE Studio may just be one of the few to pull it off

"A solid player that looks a million dollars and doesn't sound too far off": Squier Classic Vibe Duo-Sonic HS review

By Matt Owen published 29 August 25

The long-awaited return of the oddball Duo-Sonic heads up Squier's Class of 2025 Classic Vibe family and largely exceeds all expectations

“It might not be to all tastes, but its retro charm and sonic potential are compelling indeed”: Squier Classic Vibe Telecaster Bass review

By Connor Flys published 28 August 25

Squier reissues an oddity from Fender's bass archives, complete with a Wide Range humbucker – is this its time?

Squier Classic Vibe Custom Telecaster SH with Bigsby Review

By Pete Emery published 22 August 25

With a 'bang for your buck' reputation, Squier introduces a classic vibe Telecaster with a twist - a Bigsby Licensed trem

“Some purists will find the mix of vintage and Ultra spec sacrilegious”: Fender Ultra Luxe Vintage ’60s Telecaster Custom review

By Rob Laing published 12 August 25

Fender's new high-end range is lightly aged and heavily priced

Manson Meta MBM-2 review

By Pete Emery published 9 August 25

Produced by Cort, Manson refines the Meta MBM-1 with the updated Meta MBM-2H, perfect for Muse fans or those out for a modern sound

"One of the most versatile baritone guitars I’ve ever played": Orangewood Del Sol Baritone review

By Matt McCracken published 31 July 25

Orangewood and TreeTone guitars come together to mix acoustic guitar building nous with retro styling, resulting in a baritone guitar that will suprise people

ESP LTD RZK-III OW review

By Phil Weller published 8 July 25

Rammstein’s riffer-in-chief Richard ZK returns with his third signature guitar, marking a departure from its predecessors with an arsenal of fun features

“If you think PRS just makes guitars for well-heeled doctors and dentists, you might have to change your opinion”: PRS SE NF 53 review

By Dave Burrluck published 8 July 25

A new month, a new PRS. This time the USA NF 53 gets the affordable SE treatment

“A timely reminder of a true great”: Epiphone Jeff Beck 1954 Les Paul Oxblood review

By Dave Burrluck published 25 June 25

Another fabled Les Paul joins ‘Greeny’ in Epiphone’s top-end lineup