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Ibanez launches “revolutionary” new multi-scale bass guitars – and they’re fitted with a game-changing tuning technology
By Phil Weller published
Two new bass models are geared towards heavier music, and feature some pioneering Graph Tech appointments to offer improved tuning

Ibanez Prestige range gets a sleek new metallic gray finish – and an RG with a twist
By Phil Weller published
The trio of new guitars sees two fan favorites getting a slick costume change, and the Fishman Fluence-equipped RGR5130 joining the firm’s Prestige line-up

The Tube Screamer that Stevie Ray Vaughan really used – and why it may not be the one you expect
By Chris Gill published
The iconic Ibanez overdrive pedal SRV used to create his timeless tone – and the settings he used to do it

Wampler’s Mofetta pays homage to a cult ’90s distortion pedal
By Janelle Borg published
Wampler promises vintage tones with increased versatility via a 3-band EQ and overdrive/distortion switch

“I got made fun of because I walked in proud with an Ibanez Blazer and a solid-state Crate amp”: Gary Clark Jr. says he was mocked at early club gigs for using entry-level shred guitar gear
By Matt Parker published
The guitar hero says he soon learned that shred players were not welcomed at Austin’s esteemed blues venues

“I asked Ibanez for a Telecaster-style guitar with a single neck pickup. I was expecting them to make fun of me and say no!” Standards’ Marcos Mena is bringing joy to virtuoso playing with his custom mint green tapping machine
By Ellie Rogers published
As the pop-shred maestro honed his fruit-inspired instrumental math-rock technique, Ibanez warned him his neck-pickup-only AZ might look bad – but it turned out to be his perfect guitar

“We are guided by the saying, ‘Sustainability is a journey, not a destination.’ There is always more to do”: Guitar brands are working towards sustainable tone – but there’s more to it than just changing tonewoods
By Guitar Gabby published
From Martin to Taylor, Ibanez to EMG, guitar brands are taking steps to reduce their environmental impact and create a greener future for guitar building, at every stage of the manufacturing process

“He’s the best!”: Watch Andy Timmons and Paul Gilbert have big fun trading Robby Krieger licks on a helter-skelter guitar jam of the Doors’ Light My Fire
By Phil Weller published
One minute they’re hanging out at Sweetwater Studios talking gear, technique, having “a friendly jam in A”, the next they’re playing a Dorian-infused Doors improv that’ll blow your mind

NAMM 2024: Ibanez introduces 2 handy new pedalboard problem-solvers – and a limited-edition celebratory Tube Screamer
By Matt Owen published
A suave TS808 – as well as new additions to the Pentatone pedal series – have been introduced

NAMM 2024: Ibanez gives one of 2023’s best-selling acoustics – the Tim Henson-inspired FRH10N – a sleek new makeover
By Matt Owen published
The Japanese brand shows its commitment to growing the progressive nylon-string platform first developed by the Polyphia virtuoso with some eye-popping finishes
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