1958 The History of the Gibson Flying V A failure when introduced in 1958, the Flying V eventually became one of Gibson's most iconic electric guitars Watch Mick Taylor Play This "Incredibly Resonant" 1958 Gibson Les Paul Standard With the Rolling Stones Hear the ‘Ya-Ya’s’ guitar in action in this electrifying performance of “Love in Vain” from the Rolling Stones' 1972 tour Watch Jeff Beck Perform “Rumble” in New Fender Video The guitarist plays the Link Wray classic and recalls hearing it for the first time Latest 1958 “It’s About Celebrating People’s Skills, Experience and Depth of Knowledge”: Cesar Gueikian on Gibson’s Groundbreaking Master Artisan Collection By Rod Brakes published 11 April 22 The iconic firm’s brand president discusses their new Leo Scala Super ‘58 Flying V guitars. Here’s Why People Love the 1957 Fender Stratocaster By Rod Brakes published 10 March 22 Veteran vintage guitar dealer David Davidson explains why he considers these Strats to be among the best ever made. Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MOST READ1“If a modern shred axe with a bayonet-sharp headstock and a floating Floyd suits your musical vibe, you’ll be thrilled with how useful this new guitar is”: Jackson American Series Virtuoso review 2“I was playing the Breeders' Divine Hammer, and my whole hand cramped up, I couldn’t move it... It seemed so simple, but it was something I would never play”: J Mascis went electric for his new solo album, but (mostly) without his usual Jazzmaster3“I was using a Telecaster because it had a really clean tone for my fingerstyle approach. Fleetwood Mac's pre-existing sound was much fatter, and they felt the Tele really didn’t fit”: Lindsey Buckingham on his turn to Turner guitars 4“I went to Mickie Most's office with an acoustic guitar and played it. It was almost like one of those clichéd movie moments: he said, ‘That’s going to be a hit!’”: Session guitar ace Chris Spedding reveals the stories behind five of his best songs 5“If Seven Worlds had come out at the time it was ready, instead of being held back, he would have been as big as Jeff Beck”: Stevie Ray Vaughan details his friendship with Eric Johnson
“It’s About Celebrating People’s Skills, Experience and Depth of Knowledge”: Cesar Gueikian on Gibson’s Groundbreaking Master Artisan Collection By Rod Brakes published 11 April 22 The iconic firm’s brand president discusses their new Leo Scala Super ‘58 Flying V guitars.
Here’s Why People Love the 1957 Fender Stratocaster By Rod Brakes published 10 March 22 Veteran vintage guitar dealer David Davidson explains why he considers these Strats to be among the best ever made.