Latest articles by Rod Brakes
As Back to Black turns 20, the late singer’s love of the Stratocaster reveals a lesser-known side of her musical identity.
Shopping around for a Fender Telecaster? Here’s a list of our top choice Teles from Fender and Squier
Black Friday has arrived early this year, there are loads of deals available and we've got the best of them
The inventor described in detail how he crafted effects for Page and Hendrix based on their needs
Known for her singular voice, Winehouse was also a talented guitarist
The Stones' first appearance on the Ed Sullivan show shocked parents, thrilled kids, and gave many people their first glimpse of “the most historically important ‘Burst” – Keith Richards’ 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard. Guitar dealer Richard Henry retraces its history
The owner of the Beast Les Paul and “Here I Go Again” co-writer passes away peacefully alongside his family
The “best least-known guitarist,” solo artist, producer and songwriter shows us his rig and offers some hard-earned wisdom
Is this stompbox set to be another modern classic? The renowned Lovetone and ThorpyFX circuit designer evokes the “sublime” sound of classic rock with this uniquely voiced and highly versatile three-in-one gain pedal
Built by hand in California, these upmarket flat-tops are made using premium tonewoods and nitrocellulose lacquer
Video The Finnish guitarist’s latest track appears ahead of new double live album, ‘Diamonds on the Road – Live 2023’
Video Feast your eyes on this Holy Grail collection of vintage guitars that includes a ’59 Les Paul Standard and ’61 Les Paul SG
Best known for his work with Dylan and the Band, the famed soundtrack producer/composer also created a wonderful musical legacy as a solo artist
Video The long-awaited sequel to Van Halen’s David Lee Roth era ‘The Collection’ contains four number-one Sammy Hagar era albums and a disc of rarities
Diving deep into Steve Miller's creative process with previously unreleased tracks and artist commentary, this expansive set is a virtual case study on how to make a hit record
Boss’s new Air Feel technology breathes life into dry pickup signals
New amps and accessories are due to hit the shelves later this year
A “mint” 1960 Les Paul Standard ‘Burst dubbed Sunny by Kirk Hammett remains unsold
The historic British firm honors its founder Jim Marshall’s 100th birthday and debut design
“When you get these things down, then you can learn how to solo,” said the purple one
Listen to Jerry Garcia’s "Eyes of the World" demo from the Grateful Dead vault here
Born out of lengthy jams, this psychedelic funk tune was recorded and mixed several times over
This limited-edition flat-top appears as a Guild Special Run overseen by Master Luthier Chuck Sanzone
