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Introducing the Les Paul Tribute 1952 Guitar

The passing of the incomparable Les Paul in August 2009 broke the hearts of guitar enthusiasts around the world. What can never be broken, though, ...

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Sneak Peek at GNR8-130 2 x 12 Stereo Guitar Amp

The GNR8-130 is 130W powered stereo guitar amplifier cabinet designed specifically for use with any DSP- or analog-based direct recording device or...

Sponsored News: SameDayMusic 23/11

It might seem obvious, but it's important to reflect on the role that an electric guitar plugged into a tube amplifier has played in shaping th...

Blackbird Guitars releases the Ferrari Rider Carbon Fiber Travel Guitar

Inspired by the technology, style, and spirit of the famed Italian "supercar" manufacturer, Blackbird Guitars' brings you the limited-edition F...

Introducing the Buckethead Signature Les Paul

From his prolific solo work, to his prominent memberships in the supergroup Praxis and rock legends Guns N’ Roses, Buckethead has displayed one o...

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» Gibson introduces the all new Angus Young SG and Angus Young SG Standard

» Limited Edition Roy Orbison 12-String Signature Acoustic has been released

» Sneak Peak: Gibson Dusk Tiger Guitar

» Michael Lewis Guitars picks Elixir Strings for its new line of Electric Guitars

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