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Paoletti 112 Loft Series 2P90 review

By Dave Burrluck published 29 May 23

Let Paoletti transport you to the rolling hills, history and culture of Tuscany with a direct link to a classic wine or two. Oh, and the company makes rather fine guitars! Time for a taste…

C9 Custom Ventura Standard review

By Dave Burrluck published 21 April 23

A new guitar-making venture in the North East of England promises boutique-like style at everyday prices

Rapier 22 and Saffire review

By Dave Burrluck published 19 April 23

Rapier launched in 2022 with the well-received 33 model. Can the ’60s stylists hit the target again with these two new additions for 2023?

PRS SE McCarty 594 Singlecut and SE McCarty 594 Singlecut Standard review

By Dave Burrluck published 14 April 23

PRS’s advance on the SE front continues with a pair of Singlecuts, with or without a maple top, and plenty of vintage references. We take ’em for a spin

Fender Aerodyne Special Stratocaster review

By Matt Owen published 10 March 23

The futuristic Japanese-built Fender returns with some notable upgrades

Jackson X Series Dinky DK3XR HSS review

By Jonathan Horsley published 13 February 23

A high-speed thrill ride for heavy metal neon nights, this Dinky is a statement guitar for the brave and the bold player

Gretsch G5232T Electromatic Double Jet FT with Bigsby review

By Chris Gill published 31 January 23

The classic Gretsch double-cut has never been more affordable, nor has it looked so good...

The rise of the original Fender Telecaster Custom, the upmarket alternative to a utilitarian classic

By Rod Brakes published 19 January 23

Many say Leo Fender got it right the first time with the Telecaster, but that never stopped Fender seeking improvements, with the first, pre-humbucker incarnation of the Tele Custom adding some luxury to the ultimate workhorse electric

Epiphone Power Players SG and Les Paul review

By Daryl Robertson published 21 December 22

Epiphone is here to help kids fulfill their rockstar potential with two pint-sized guitars

The evolution of the Les Paul: how Gibson’s single-cut design developed from 1952 to 1978

By Jamie Dickson published 19 December 22

We chart the key changes the Les Paul and its variants went through in its seminal early years

Fender American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster

Fender American Vintage II ’61 Stratocaster and ’51 Telecaster review

By Neville Marten last updated 15 November 22

Fender has been making Vintage Reissues since the AVR models of the early ’80s, but this new American Vintage II range? It looks set to challenge even the mighty Custom Shop

Start playing for less with 25% off the Epiphone Les Paul SL Player Pack

By Jackson Maxwell last updated 10 November 22

Everything you need to get your feet wet on guitar - for just $149!

Eastman Juliet P-90-VR and PB review

By Neville Marten last updated 31 October 22

Romeo signalled a change of direction for Eastman, moving away from recreations of well-known shapes and styles to crafting new and exciting originals. Juliet continues that theme

Gretsch G5220 Electromatic Jet BT review

By Jonathan Horsley published 27 October 22

The venerable Gretsch single-cut gets updated for the modern era and offers a classy build for not a lot of cash

PJD Carey Apprentice review

By Dave Burrluck last updated 14 October 22

Why don’t more makers just focus on simplicity, playability and sound? Well, here’s a boutique level Junior-style guitar that does exactly that. Fasten your seat belts, you’re in for a ride!

Manson Guitar Works Oryx VI review

By Dave Burrluck last updated 31 August 22

A modernist vision from Manson Guitar Works, co-designed with Adam ‘Nolly’ Getgood, that focuses on stripped-down and functional style. But is it just for ‘progressive’ players?

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Types of guitar: everything you need to know

By Ed Mitchell last updated 14 July 22

From solidbody to semi-hollow, electric to acoustic, this beginner's guide will introduce you to every type of guitar

Cream T Crossfire review

By Dave Burrluck last updated 6 July 22

The second design from Cream T’s well-received guitar venture shows off a different direction with some offset style, pickup swapping and an aggressive starting price

PRS SE Standard 24-08 review

By Dave Burrluck last updated 4 July 22

PRS guitars are very expensive and loaded with bling, right? Not this one. The start-up PRS gets a 24-08 makeover that should interest any hard-working player

Charvel Guthrie Govan Signature MJ San Dimas SD24 CM review

By Dave Burrluck last updated 29 June 22

One of our favorite signature guitars from one of our favorite guitar players gets a more affordable Japanese makeover. How does it stack up?