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“This is my guitar. I'm absolutely buzzing”: Epiphone is set to release a Yungblud signature SG Junior – and one of its prototypes is already up for grabs

By Phil Weller published 3 April 24

The road worn white model looks set to mirror Yungblud’s original SG Junior, which has graced stages all over the world

Robby Krieger with his stolen Gibson SG Special and Jim Morrison

“I’m still looking for my original SG. If anyone out there knows anything about that, please call me. Seriously!” Robby Krieger is trying to track down his stolen Gibson SG Special used on Light My Fire and the Doors’ most iconic material

By Matt Parker published 15 January 24

The guitarist has repeated his call for help in tracking down –and buying back – the early-’60s Gibson SG Special and is asking players to look for the serial number

Gibson SG vs Gibson Les Paul: what's the difference between these Gibson heavyweights?

By Daryl Robertson published 2 October 23

Not sure which iconic Gibson model is for you? Allow us to unpack the history, players and tones of the legendary Les Paul and SG to help you decide once and for all

Epiphone joe Bonamassa 1963 SG Custom signature guitar

“It doesn’t say my name on it anywhere – that’s probably a good thing for some people…”: Joe Bonamassa’s latest Epiphone signature guitar recreates his ultra-rare 1963 Gibson SG Custom

By Matt Parker published 26 September 23

The blues-rock icon has taken direct inspiration from a very special triple-humbucker SG from his own collection

Gibson adds possibly the first ‘59 Les Paul reissue ever produced and a near-perfect ‘61 Les Paul SG Custom to Certified Vintage collection

By Matt Owen published 28 April 23

A '58 Black Beauty Les Paul Custom and Designer Series Flying V from 1985 are also included in the drop, which offers consumers the chance to own some of Gibson's rarest and most collectible guitars

Tony Iommi holds his new Epiphone signature SG Special guitar

Epiphone unveils low-cost version of Tony Iommi's iconic signature SG Special

By Jackson Maxwell published 27 September 22

Powered by two Epiphone PRO P-90s and sporting a classic Vintage Cherry finish, this is the most affordable take yet on the Sabbath guitarist's legendary "Monkey" '64 SG Special

Epiphone SG Standard on white background

Epiphone SG Standard review

By Daryl Robertson published 8 September 22

Epiphone’s recreation of this '60s powerhouse is sure to leave you Thunderstruck

Epiphone's Power Player SG (left) and Les Paul

Epiphone unveils beginner-friendly new Power Players Les Paul and SG electric guitars

By Jackson Maxwell published 26 July 22

The super-affordable models each boast a downsized mahogany body, 22.73” scale length Indian laurel fretboard and a pair of Epiphone humbuckers

Epiphone debuts downsized Les Paul and SG models in new learner-friendly Power Players range

By Guitar World Staff published 26 July 22

Available in Lava Red and Ice Blue, the guitars feature legendary body shapes in a 3/4+ size, 22.73” scale lengths and slimmer necks for younger players, while delivering robust tuning and impressive tones

Epiphone pays tribute to the first-ever SG model with Burstbucker-equipped ‘61 Les Paul SG Standard

By Matt Owen published 15 December 21

The throwback model, made in collaboration with the Gibson Custom Shop, features faithful visual and hardware appointments with some modern refinements

Gibson introduces ultra-sleek limited-edition Dark SG and Les Paul models

By Matt Owen published 23 November 21

Richlite fretboards, darkened inlays, Graph Tech nuts and all-back hardware head up the spec sheets for these muted-yet-elegant electrics

Why Les Paul didn’t like the Gibson SG

By Matt Owen published 21 September 21

Les Paul's longtime tech Tom Doyle explains Paul's issues with the SG's neck and sustain

Tony Iommi with his new signature Gibson SG Special

Gibson teams up with Tony Iommi for new signature SG Special

By Jackson Maxwell published 17 August 21

Based on the Black Sabbath rifflord's iconic Vintage Cherry original, this new guitar is a lower-cost version of 2020's ultra-limited edition, Custom Shop "Monkey" SG Special

Gibson unveils freshly finished catalog of electric guitars in all-new Exclusives Collection

By Matt Owen published 26 May 21

New-look SG, ES-335, Flying V and Les Paul models are treated to Ebony and Olive Drab colorways

Gibson updates its Modern and Original collections with new ES and Thunderbird Bass models

By Matt Owen published 21 January 21

Fresh ES-335 Satin and ES-339 semi-hollow designs unveiled

AC/DC's Angus Young poses as he warms up at the soundcheck for the opening night of the Rock Or Bust Tour At the Passeio Maritimo De Alges on May 6, 2016 in Lisbon, Portugal

What is Angus Young’s number one Gibson SG?

By Richard Bienstock published 22 October 20

The AC/DC man reveals all on Dean Delray’s Let There Be Talk podcast

Gibson 2020 Les Paul & SG review round-up

By Jonathan Horsley published 11 June 20

Three variations on the Les Paul format and one special SG Special to convince non-believers that Gibson is back

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