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A screengrab showing the PolyMap Guitar created by David Wieland of Dark Art Guitars
How many pickups is too many? This guitar has 64

By Elizabeth Swann Published

Engineer David Wieland’s PolyMap system captures each string at eight points, letting players create “virtual pickups” anywhere along the string

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Best wireless guitar systems 2026: unshackle yourself from cables, it’s time to go wireless

By Daryl Robertson Last updated

Unlock the freedom of the stage with our pick of the best wireless guitar systems from Boss, Line 6, AKG, Behringer, Sennheiser, NUX, and more

Guitars
The clock is ticking on the Guitar Center Guitar-A-Thon so act fast to bag one of these 11 incredible final deals – including a massive $700 off a Gibson Les Paul

By Matt McCracken Last updated

The sale officially ends on April 29th, so move quickly if you want to cash in on some great guitar gear deals

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A photo of the Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet
“Something for Gretsch-ogling rockers — as well as budget-conscious players.” We review the Gretsch Electromatic Premier Jet

By Dave Hunter Published

A reimagined Duo Jet for the modern era, it pairs chambered construction and new humbuckers with classic Gretsch snap, jangle, and attitude.

Electric Guitars
Best guitar cases and gig bags 2026: the ultimate guide to protecting your instrument

By Connor Godfrey Last updated

From Mono’s legendary hybrid bags to Gator’s military-grade hard shells, this is the top gear to keep your investment safe on the road or at home

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Larry Carlton performs 'The Crusaders Remembered & Greatest Hits Steely Dan' at Billboard Live on June 9, 2022 in Tokyo, Japan.
How Larry Carlton got the ES-335 behind countless hits

By Phil Weller Last updated

As the session ace’s career took off, he needed an upgrade, and the guitar has been by his side ever since

Electric Guitars
The Teruya Matriarch electric guitar
Luthier immortalizes his late wife in a guitar that features her ashes and wedding ring

By Phil Weller Published

The tear-jerking build features some incredible detailing as he ensures his wife remains with him forevermore

Electric Guitars
Best Martin guitars 2026: top-tier acoustic guitars for all

By Connor Godfrey Last updated

Considering a Martin? Here's my pick of the best Martin acoustics for every type of player

Acoustic Guitars
A photo of a woman playing a Venus Revolution guitar in white with a red pickguard
“Purpose-built from the ground up for female players.” We review the Venus Revolution and Revolution Elite Dark Roast electric guitars

By Ali Handal Published

What Venus gets right is that the concept isn't cosmetic — it's physical

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circa 1960: Paul McCartney on stage at the Cavern nightclub in Liverpool during the early days of British beat group The Beatles.
“I’ve got some bad news, Paul. Our truck was broken into and the bass was stolen.” Ian Horne recalls how he lost Paul McCartney’s Höfner bass

By Elizabeth Swann Published

The former Wings sound engineer recalls the events that led to the disappearance of the famous Beatles bass

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