NAMM 2024: all the latest guitar news, rumors and predictions from the greatest gear show on Earth By Michael Astley-Brown last updated 28 January 24 The guitar, amp and pedal news you need to know about, all in one place
“Hang tight everyone. It’s gonna be epic!” MXR’s Randy Rhoads signature Distortion+ pedal has finally been revealed – but it won’t be ready for NAMM By Phil Weller published 8 January 24 Kathy Rhoads has shared a first look at the pedal’s design after the late guitarist's legendary “chip pan” pedalboard was examined in detail for the first time in four decades
NAMM 2023 news: all the latest guitar news, rumors and predictions By Michael Astley-Brown last updated 15 April 23 Everything launched this year at the world’s biggest guitar gear show
NAMM 2020: Gibson makes Custom Shop clone of Tony Iommi's "Monkey" 1964 SG Special By Jonathan Horsley last updated 28 October 22 The limited edition Artist Series model is a replica of the Black Sabbath guitarist's iconic doublecut
NAMM 2020: Charvel unveils fresh signature models for Joe Duplantier, Angel Vivaldi and Satchel By Jonathan Horsley last updated 28 October 22 Plus plenty more stunning high-spec'd and hot-rodded electrics in the Pro Mod series
NAMM 2022 news: all the latest guitar news, rumors and predictions By Michael Astley-Brown published 4 June 22 Everything we know so far from the world’s biggest guitar gear show
Summer NAMM 2021 is happening – and it’s in person By Richard Bienstock published 19 March 21 The convention is set to take place – with new safety implementations – in July
Register today, and for free, for NAMM’s Believe in Music Week online extravaganza By Richard Bienstock published 14 January 21 The global virtual event begins January 18
Nancy Wilson to be honored at the She Rocks Awards 2021 By Matt Owen published 11 January 21 Wilson joins previously announced honorees The Go-Go's, Cherie Currie and Cindy Blackman Santana on list of recipients
NAMM’s Believe in Music unites the music industry in a virtual convention and marketplace By Richard Bienstock published 22 December 20 The online experience begins January 18
Fender releases George Harrison ‘Rocky’ Stratocaster replica By Michael Astley-Brown published 29 September 20 $25,000 Custom Shop model recreates the Beatle’s hand-painted Magical Mystery Tour guitar
Fender releases 5 new short-scale offset Player Series models By Amit Sharma published 14 July 20 The Mustang, Mustang 90, Duo-Sonic, Duo-Sonic HS and Mustang Bass PJ officially join the Player line-up, complete with fresh finishes
Summer NAMM 2020 cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic By Michael Astley-Brown published 8 April 20 "The harsh realities of this crisis make it impossible," says Nashville gear convention
Fender promises an "undeniable Strat playing experience" and innovative sonics with the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster By Sam Roche published 3 March 20 The American guitar giant officially releases the follow-up to last year's Acoustasonic Tele
NAMM 2020 video: Check out the all-in-one Torpedo Captor X by Two Notes Audio Engineering By Sam Roche published 24 January 20 We chatted with the guitar cab emulation experts about their latest comprehensive device
NAMM 2020 video: Watch the compact 20W Orange Terror Stamp in action By Sam Roche published 24 January 20 We spoke with the British company's technical director, Adrian Emsley about the new pocket-sized powerhouse
Mission Engineering unveils the 529m - the world's smallest variable voltage power supply By Sam Roche published 23 January 20 The size of an AA battery and able to deliver up to 3000mA of power for effects pedals
NAMM 2020 video: Watch how easy it is to swap pickups in the new Relish Trinity electric guitar By Sam Roche published 23 January 20 We chat with the innovative Swiss brand about their most affordable guitar yet
GW live at NAMM 2020: Mogami shows off its durable new cables By Jackson Maxwell published 22 January 20 Mogami details its impressive new cables on the NAMM show floor
GW live at NAMM 2020: Breedlove’s Organic Collection offers sustainability - and affordability - in an all-solid package By Richard Bienstock published 22 January 20 Torrefied tops, premium tonewoods and top-notch electronics highlight the impressive models