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This writer's head hit his laptop keyboard with a resonant thump after a request to review another copy guitar. As if our market doesn't have enough of those already, here [...]

Fender is a master of reinvention, and this new Tele - one of three Mexican-made Gold Foil models - is one of an increasing number of their classics that mixes [...]

The sonic adventures of Paul Reed Smith show no signs of slowing down. We drop in for a catch-up, but can we keep up? As our many interviews over our [...]

While PRS has been making its mark cm the bolt-on market, we finally get a new Core model, the shape-shifting modern Eagle V. But is it really [...]

Simple question: how am I getting on with this new Yamaha? Complicated answer: it's a game of two halves. To be honest, while once upon a time I quite fancied [...]

Satisfying an artist is one thing, creating a new version of an old favourite is another. With the new Myles Kennedy signature and NF 53, PRS has attempted to do [...]

Harley Benton is celebrating its 25th with a slew of high-spec, lowly priced Anniversary models. We take one for a spin Some 25 years in the music instrument business deserves [...]

Easily one of the most famous guitars ever, the 1959 Gibson Les Paul played by Peter Green, then for much longer by Gary Moore and now owned by Kirk Hammett, [...]

Why on earth would one of the world's best acoustic guitar makers start building electrics? Let's ask the man himself ... Companies that successfully make both acoustic and electric guitars [...]

Just over a year ago, back in issue 482, we looked at Jim James's signature Gibson ES-335. With its calibrated T-Type pickups and light weight, it proved to be one [...]

With small 'shop boutique makers popping up on a seemingly daily basis, what's different about Paoletti Guitars? We ask the company's MD, Filippo Martini Paoletti has been crafting unique guitars [...]

DANELECTRO BLACKOUT '59M NOS+ 619 [pounds sterling] WHAT IS IT? Semi-solid electric update to the 'Jimmy Page model' with NOS+ lipstick tube pickups We last caught up with Danelectro back [...]

If you missed last issue's The Mod Squad, I've been restoring a guitar designed by the late luthier Sid Poole, who passed away just over 20 years ago. This model [...]

It's just over 20 years ago that the British guitar industry lost one its most talented craftsmen--Sid Poole. In not much more than a decade, Sid turned from hopeful into [...]

The article discusses the success and growth of PRS's SE (Student Edition) guitars, which have become a significant part of the company's revenue. Despite initial skepticism about the quality and price of the SE guitars, they now account for about 45% of PRS's total revenue. The SE guitars are made offshore, primarily in Indonesia, and offer a lower cost compared to the USA models. PRS emphasizes their commitment to making high-quality instruments and follows a consistent manufacturing process for all their guitars, regardless of price. The article also mentions the rigorous inspection process and PRS's efforts to ensure the guitars are gig-ready straight out of the box. Despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, PRS has continued to maintain its market share and focus on quality and innovation. [Extracted from the article]

Few guitar companies have the kind of technology Yamaha boasts at their disposal when it comes to the acoustic. The redesigned NX series illustrates some complex electronics under the hood [...]

One way to view these new ProShop guitars is as pre-modded Vintage models. So with our own Mod Squad experience in mind we grilled the team To say that the [...]

Our obsession with PAF humbuckers and Fender single coils means many pickup designs from the 50s and 60s have long been lost While the Rapier 22's mini-humbuckers are a pretty [...]

'I've got a Jeff Beck in my guitar' is something many of us have said over the past nearly five decades. And while the classic Seymour Duncan SH-4 JB was [...]

Barely two years ago, the idea of a Cream T guitar was pushed into motion. Towards the end of 2021 we saw the Aurora, a clever design between Cream T's [...]

Exactly how Peter Green's 'Burst ended up with its out-of-phase pickups is the subject of much conjecture. Some believe the magnet flip was a mistake in the original manufacturing; others [...]

[pounds sterling]749 Cort has been making guitars for many decades but mainly for other people. While many brands prefer not to admit the exact factory that makes their guitars, many [...]

As the latest addition to the Acoustasonic family, this Jazzmaster pushed the design team in 'different and interesting directions'. Fender's Tim Shaw talks us through its creation Breaking the rules [...]

The article discusses the history and features of the Yamaha Pacifica 112 guitar. The Pacifica was first released in 1990 as a high-end prototype designed to showcase Yamaha's capabilities in the USA. However, it quickly became popular in the low-end market due to its affordable price and high quality. The article also mentions the guitar's narrow neck width, which is unusual compared to modern standards but has historical precedence. The author then goes on to describe their restoration of a 21-year-old Pacifica 112, highlighting its well-made construction and playability. [Extracted from the article]

Gordon Smith, a guitar company celebrating its 50th anniversary, has undergone changes in ownership and production over the years. The company was originally founded by John and Linda Smith and has remained in the UK throughout its history. Under the direction of Doug Sparkes, the company has recently moved its production to a larger and more modern workshop in Northamptonshire. They are expanding their distribution to reach a global audience and are developing stock models in addition to their custom guitars. The company is focused on attracting new, younger players while maintaining its unique identity. They have recently released the Grande and Geist models, which offer customization options for players. [Extracted from the article]

Gordon Smith, a British production guitar maker, is celebrating its 50th anniversary by expanding its range with new designs. The company offers a total of 18 models, including the new Grande and Geist guitars. Customers can customize their orders through the website or visit the factory or GS Hubs to try out stock builds or discuss custom orders. Gordon Smith guitars have a DIY ethos and have been favored by players who couldn't afford higher-end brands. The new Grande model features a unique design with a lightweight body and modern features, while the Geist model offers a posher makeover of the Classic S design. Both guitars have their own distinct sounds and are suitable for various musical styles. The article discusses two electric guitars from the Gordon Smith company: the Grande and the Geist. The Grande is a double-cutaway solidbody electric guitar with a mahogany neck and obeche body. It features GS Partingtone humbuckers and a Gotoh 510 modern tune-o-matic-style bridge. The Geist is also a double-cutaway solidbody electric guitar with a flame maple top and obeche body. It has GS Geist humbuckers and a Gotoh 510T-FE1 vibrato. Both guitars are well-crafted and offer a range of options for customization. The article praises the quality and design of the guitars and highlights the company's reputation for producing high-quality instruments. [Extracted from the article]

The article delves into the often overlooked world of nylon-string guitars, offering insights into evaluating, cleaning, and optimizing their performance potential. It serves as a comprehensive guide for players seeking to revive neglected nylon-string instruments and explore their unique tonal possibilities, covering aspects such as assessing neck straightness and string height, choosing the right strings, and addressing fret issues.

It's hard to believe it's been 20 years since we saw the first PRS SE guitar. Where have those decades gone? It took PRS some time before they created their [...]

Patrick James Eggle has quite the habit of making a brand-new guitar feel rather old without an ounce of relicing. So, what's involved in a build like this? The epitome [...]

[pounds sterling]1149 Hold yer horses: a Chinese-made Epiphone for a grand? What's going on? Before you hit your favoured guitar forum complaining about the price of guitars today, yes, this [...]

The article discusses two different questions from readers. The first question is about modding a 90s PRS guitar to bring it up to more modern specifications. The author explains that while the guitar may not be considered vintage or particularly valuable, upgrading certain components, such as the pickups, could improve its performance. The second question is about sanding the body of a guitar that will be finished with Osmo Polyx-Oil. The author recommends sanding up to 600 grit for a smooth finish. The article provides additional tips and resources for both topics. [Extracted from the article]

PRS may be launching two new bolt-ons in this very issue (see page 82), but its original bolt-on dates back to the late 80s Classic Electric, which is still very [...]

New designs aren't the exclusive property of high-end makers. While copycat designs aren't going away, there are plenty of inspired-by or frankly out-there designs that don't cost a fortune. Here's [...]

Reading through Guitarist issue 489 with its Holy Grails cover feature, I was reminded of how difficult it is to bring a new-design guitar to market. We devoted page after [...]

Ivison Guitars Hurricane 3,995 [pounds sterling]. In a previous life Neil Ivison was a guitarist and guitar tech for more than 20 years--the last band he'd worked with was The [...]

For a company that has had considerable success with its Gibson-inspired electric models, such as the solidbody SB59/v single-cut and the more Junior-style SB55/v and SB55DC/v, not to mention the [...]

There is more than a whiff of change in the UK's guitar-making landscape. Seth Baccus is riding the wave ... but it's been quite a journey. Three years ago--virtually to [...]

The past couple of years has seen quite a few changes for Guild's Newark Street Collection of electrics. The main one is price with guitars like the Starfire I thinlines [...]

Back in the 1930s, the 'electric Hawaiian' guitar pretty much beat the 'electric Spanish' instrument to market. Post-war, the Spanish style began its ascendency and the lap steel became more [...]

Around 18 months ago an excited Paul Reed Smith was keen to share a video of him playing his latest creation. 'I sent Joe Walsh this short video of me [...]

A personal narrative is presented which explores the authors experience of being adventures turn into your first self-build guitar such as fretwire, machineheads, bridges, pickups and potentiometers.

The article offers reviews of standout guitar gear in 2023, featuring the Epiphone Adam Jones Les Paul Custom from Epiphone, the Fender California King acoustic guitar from Fender, and the Positive Grid Spark Go Micro Amp from Positive Grid.

The article evaluates guitar including PRS SE CE 24, SE Swamp Ash Special, and SE Custom 24 Quilt, showcasing three new additions to the PRS SE line, each offering distinct features and historical significance.

The Singlecut has proved a very flexible platform over its lifetime. We select six of our current favourites from the line-up PRS SE STARLA STOPTAIL 710 [pounds sterling] The third [...]

This Longtermers test started some time ago when I had my first encounter with a pickup-swapping Cream T guitar. While I was writing the Blueprint column back in issue 477 [...]

Bernie Marsden is never short of a signature guitar. In recent years, his very mainstream PRS SE signature has gained quite a cult following; he even had a very rare [...]

To set the record straight, we believe your first Charvel signature actually dates back to 2014. We previously looked at the two-piece, centred-joined 'caramelised' ash version around four and a [...]

While the collaboration between George Lowden and Ed Sheeran --one of the acoustic world's guitar-making giants and one of the planet's biggest-selling artists--is known to most people, nothing quite prepares [...]

The latest range from Harley Benton is based on the rare Mosrite brand. A viable cheapie or a clone too far? Fast becoming the place to find a bargain, Harley [...]