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“I already know it's gonna be a stunner”: Vernon Reid is working with Reverend on a new signature guitar – and it’s set to be the firm’s first Floyd Rose-equipped build

By Phil Weller published 26 April 24

Believed to be called Talisman, the guitar might be arriving sooner than you think

“Without reservation, this is the finest instrument I have ever played”: Schecter unveils zesty signature model for Tori Ruffin – the Freak Juice guitarist who has played with Prince, Michael Jackson, Mick Jagger and more

By Phil Weller published 10 April 24

The Morris Day and the Time guitarist joins Schecter’s list of signature artists with a guitar spec'd out for his genre-bending exploits

“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

“If you are searching for a guitar that pushes the envelope in every capacity, look no further”: Vola Guitars has unveiled Michael Keene’s first ever Japanese-made signature guitar – and it’s received a significant tonal update

By Phil Weller published 27 March 24

The OZ Keene Machine J1 follows The Faceless guitarist's Toxic Green Custom Shop model, but drafts in some key electronic changes

“A powerhouse dreadnought made for genre-defying artists”: Orangewood branches out with the Pomona Live – its first signature acoustic, built for boundary-pushing fingerstyle artist Alejandro Aranda

By Phil Weller published 25 March 24

The LA acoustic builders have collaborated with local hero Aranda – formerly known as Scarypoolparty – for the instrument, which adds “playful embellishments” to a vintage dreadnought design

“A work of art”: Schecter and Synyster Gates have released a gnarly new-look signature guitar – but it’s not the headless model we were expecting

By Phil Weller published 22 March 24

The new release offers a fresh take on the Avenger, but leaves fans waiting on Gates’ gold headless guitar

Neal Schon (left) and his new signature Les Paul Supreme

“Gibson Supremes with Floyds!”: Neal Schon has rekindled his relationship with Gibson, bringing the Floyd Rose to the luxed-out Les Paul Supreme for a trio of potential signature models

By Phil Weller published 18 March 24

The Journey guitarist is back working with Gibson – and details of the pair's new models will reportedly be announced later this week

“Steals the spotlight”: Schecter bestows Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance with a new familiarly styled signature guitar – could a headless model for Synyster Gates follow in its wake?

By Phil Weller published 13 March 24

Vengeance’s newest model goes for a more classic look and feel – and with Gates currently playing what appears to be Schecter’s first headless guitar, could another A7X signature be right behind it?

“I got to play one of the prototypes through my actual touring rig. It sounds really good”: Foo Fighters’ Chris Shiflett is working with Fender on an affordable signature version of his Masterbuilt Telecaster – and it’s already been road-tested

By Phil Weller published 11 March 24

Shiflett has put a Charcoal Frost-finished prototype of the P-90-stocked build through its paces, so a full-scale production might not be too far away

Epiphone Dave Grohl DG-335 signature guitar

“The wait is over – now you can have it all”: Dave Grohl’s Epiphone DG-335, the most demanded signature model in its 151-year history, is finally here – and it costs less than you might expect

By Matt Parker published 5 March 24

We got an exclusive look at the Foo Fighters’ man’s new signature back in January – and now it’s available to order

“Strat connoisseurs should find that the pickups deliver the tonal qualities of their dreams”: Ernie Ball Music Man Luke 4 SSS review

By Chris Gill published 4 March 24

The EBMM x Steve Lukather collab celebrates a landmark anniversary with a triple-single coil model that is ridiculously effective and well put together

Gretsch Limited Edition Chris Rocha Electromatic Broadkaster Jr.

“It’s not just a guitar; it's a symphony waiting to be played”: Gretsch continues its signature guitar spree with yet another luxurious limited-edition Broadkaster Jr. – this time for worship music titan Chris Rocha

By Matt Owen published 28 February 24

The firm is slowly assembling its next generation of signature artists, and has knocked it out of the park once again with Rocha's single-cut semi-hollow stunner

Gretsch Broadkaster John Gourley Signature

“This is a dream – it’s everything I’ve ever wanted in a guitar”: Gretsch reveals its signature Broadkaster for Portugal. The Man’s John Gourley – and debuts a show-stopping black rainbow sparkle finish

By Phil Weller published 14 February 24

The Grammy winner focused on durability, affordability and astonishing good looks for an instrument that evokes the spirit of Motown for a new generation of players

Schecter Sullivan King Banshee-6 FR-S and Schecter Sullivan King Banshee-7 FR-S

“Strikingly sleek and aggressive”: Schecter bestows genre-bending guitarist Sullivan King with two grisly blood-splatter signature models

By Phil Weller published 12 February 24

Six- and seven-string versions of the grisly Banshee build are available, and both unite a swamp ash body and three-piece maple neck with Sustainiac and Schecter Apocalypse pickups

H.E.R. Super Bowl LVIII Usher Halftime Show

“Can’t spell Usher without H.E.R.”: Armed with a newly-customised Fender signature Stratocaster, H.E.R. performs a scene-stealing guest guitar solo – amid a rollerskating Usher – at Super Bowl LVIII

By Matt Parker published 12 February 24

The guitarist dropped in to offer the six-string centerpiece of this year’s Super Bowl halftime show

“Just the ticket for those aspiring to recreate the monstrous riffs from across Thayil’s remarkable discography”: Guild Polara Kim Thayil review

By Daryl Robertson published 5 February 24

It took three decades, but the wait is finally over, the Soundgarden icon has got his name on a Polara. Was it worth it? You bet

“This is affordable and accessible… and it gives you a beautiful playing experience”: The Gretsch boygenius Broadkaster Jr. is a 3 -in-1 Julien Baker, Lucy Dacus and Phoebe Bridgers supergroup signature guitar that costs less than $700

By Matt Parker published 31 January 24

The limited edition player-friendly platform sees the trio prize accessibility and simplicity, albeit with considerable flair...

NAMM 2024: “The most coveted guitar of the '80s is back, blending nostalgia and modern precision”: Adrian Vandenberg’s cult classic Peavey signature model has officially returned – and it’s received something of a glow-up

By Phil Weller published 26 January 24

The reimagining of an iconic fan favorite hits the market with a host of modern embellishments

LERXST Limelight Alex Lifeson signature guitar

NAMM 2024: “It’s not just a reissue of that very special instrument. This was an opportunity to showcase 40 years of evolution”: Alex Lifeson partners with Godin for the LERXST Limelight – a new take on his legendary Hentor Sportcaster

By Matt Parker published 25 January 24

The Rush icon has teamed-up with another forward-thinking Canadian export for his new S-style signature guitar

Reverend Guitars Billy Corgan Drop Z Signature

NAMM 2024: “A sonic odyssey for drop tunings”: Reverend unveils its latest Billy Corgan signature guitar – and it’s precision-engineered for aggressive drop-tuned riffage

By Phil Weller published 25 January 24

The Drop Z pairs Corgan's Railhammer pickups with an extended scale length to eradicate the flop when tuning Zero low

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