Latest articles by Art Thompson
Faithful vintage styling, superb playability and versatile electronics make the Vintera III Mid '60s Jazzmaster Fender's most convincing reissue yet
With eye-catching style, lively acoustic resonance and versatile BT3S pickups, Gretsch’s Streamliner Hollow Body delivers classic tones and impressive performance for the price.
Mike Scott remembers the relentless standards and tough love of Prince, who died 10 years ago on April 21
It’s a hip, affordable choice for players seeking classic Gretsch vibes with a modern edge
From traditional Tele sparkle to a beefier, series-wired tone, it's designed for those who want classic tones and style with modern amenities
An update of the original 2013 model, the Archon 50 Classic proves versatile across genres, making it a straightforward, reliable amp for stage and studio.
Boasting top-notch build and minimal features, it's an ideal pedal platform and a solid performer that morphs from rhythm to lead via your picking or guitar volume
Its pair of potent Jackson pickups — a humbucker in the bridge and a P90 in the neck position — retain their power even in split-coil mode
The inventor described in detail how he crafted effects for Page and Hendrix based on their needs
From its pickups to its light weight and excellent playability, it's an inspiring guitar, and well deserving of a five-star review
The unique Mando-guitar hybrid delivers the sweet tones of a mandolin without requiring you to learn new fingerings
Created for Diamond Rowe, co-founder and lead guitarist for Tetrarch, this new Jackson model is versatile enough to work for rock, blues and country
From Eddie Van Halen and Stevie Ray Vaughan to Daniel Ash and Jamie West-Oram, we present the decades' greatest players across the genres
Ciari founder Jonathan Spangler tells the story behind his company's innovative folding guitar design and technology
From the players of old to the guitarists shaping the blues scene, this list serves up a cross section of the genre’s finest solos from across nearly a century of guitar blues
The new addition to the PRS lineup raises the performance bar for this icon of six-string artistry
This welcome revision of an American classic is limited to just 1,974 copies
The guitarist, who died on October 2, 2017, also gave his insights on Telecasters and Rickenbackers and the art of songwriting
A reissue of a stompbox that company owner and Foxx founder Steve Ridinger designed and started making when he was just 14, the Nichols 1966 has plenty of retro flavor, with just as many modern applications
This well-built, sonically-pleasing six-string has become, the Billy Idol guitarist tells us, Steve Stevens' recording guitar of choice
After years of external and internal legal battles – some of which remain ongoing – Dean is back with a new lease on life, fresh ideas, and an even more rebellious attitude
In an interview with GP, the Steve Miller Band leader recalled the monumental impression Paul left on him as a youngster
Graced with a stunning, sports car-like finish, this guitar is a versatile salute to the genius of Leo Fender
