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1956 Gibson Les Paul Model (left) and 1957 Gibson Les Paul Model

This Unique Pair of Vintage Goldtops Has Some Extra-Special Bling

By Rod Brakes published

Find out what this uber-rare dual P-90 1956 Les Paul and PAF-loaded 1957 model have in common with David Davidson of Well Strung Guitars.

Eddie Van Halen, 1979

Here’s Why Eddie Van Halen was a Guitar Gear Pioneer

By Christopher Scapelliti published

A master of technique and tone, the six-string innovator turned us on to the Strat ‘bucker and Floyd Rose.

Jesse Cook performs on stage at The Neptune Theatre on February 10, 2018 in Seattle, Washington

“My Music is a Reflection of My Life, Which Has Been a Little Bit All Over the Place”: Jesse Cook Talks Diverse New Album ‘Libre’

By Jimmy Leslie published

The nylon-string maestro finds release in electronic beats with his latest fret-burning effort.

Guitar Player issue 719 April 2022

Hendrix, Van Halen Lead List of Gear Innovators Inside the New Issue of Guitar Player

By Guitar Player Staff published

PLUS Skip James’ Bentonia blues legacy, John McLaughlin, Steve Morse, Jake Shimabukuro, Mike McCready, and Sonny Landreth on the late Howard Alexander Dumble. Plus – 2 unique covers!

Neil Young joins Jimmy Page and Robert Plant to perform with Led Zeppelin at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in 1995

Watch Neil Young’s Fiery Jam with Led Zeppelin at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

By Rod Brakes published

Video This rare moment captures Robert Plant also strapping on a Les Paul for “When the Levee Breaks.”

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Mike Bloomfield playing 'Burst

Listen to Mike Bloomfield’s Powerful ‘Burst-Fueled Electric Blues from the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival

By Rod Brakes published

Video Remembering the late, great guitarist on the anniversary of his passing.

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AVA One First Edition

AVA Puts an Elegant Spin on Carbon-Fiber Luthiery with its One First Edition

By Dave Hunter last updated

This forward-thinking design is an option for guitarists looking to break the bounds of conventional construction and find creatively expressive new voices.

Andrew Watt, 2019

“Collaboration is Key to Evolution”: Star Producer Andrew Watt Reveals His Top Five Career-Defining Records

By Richard Bienstock published

The master collaborator picks the tracks that have defined his role as guitarist and producer to stars old and new.

Blues Breakers with Eric Clapton

Old Man’s Blues or Young Man’s Blues? Here’s Why Eric Clapton’s Beano Album Remains Essential Listening for Everybody

By Jim Campilongo published

Slowhand reinvented electric blues with this landmark recording.

Gibson Custom Shop Murphy Lab Mike Ness 1976 Les Paul Deluxe

Gibson Goes Punk with the Mike Ness 1976 Les Paul Deluxe

By Rod Brakes published

Murphy Lab pays homage to Social Distortion’s charismatic frontman.

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