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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

Adrian Belew leads the tributes to master luthier Ken Parker, who has died aged 73
By Phil Weller published
The man behind the Parker Fly guitar — and a constant innovator in the world of instrument design — has passed away after a two-year battle with cancer

More Playable, Portable and Versatile Than a Regular Jazz Box, Tim Bram’s Tribute Archtop Pays Homage to a Vintage Fender From His Youth
By Dave Hunter published
Simultaneously traditional and alternative, this heirloom-level guitar is a Telecaster tribute with a twist

Eric Clapton, Brad Paisley and Doc Watson Have All Played Wayne Henderson Instruments – Listen to the Master Luthier’s Fascinating Interview Here on Our Latest ‘No Guitar Is Safe’ Podcast
By Rod Brakes published
A highly talented player in his own right, Wayne Henderson reveals how he learned his world-class guitar building craft

This High-Class Axe Is the Handiwork of Banker – the First Boutique Maker Accepted to Gibson’s Authorized Partner Program
By Dave Hunter published
Founder Matthew Hughes puts his own spin on Gibson’s classic creations with the Banker Ironman CT

Five of the Most Radical Electric Guitar Designs You've Ever Seen
By Rod Brakes published
Groundbreaking artist Nikita Gale reimagines the solidbody form at Frieze London’s pioneering 63/22 exhibition

“The Best Plan Was to Make a Guitar I Would Enjoy Playing”: Dave Rusan Reveals the Magic Behind Prince’s Iconic Solidbody
By Art Thompson published
Nearly 40 years on, the Cloud electric guitar is a lasting presence in the gear world firmament.

“Our First Original Solidbody Electric Design is Coming in Time for Summer NAMM”: the Inside Scoop on How Eastman Keeps Hitting the Mark
By Dave Hunter published
The old world meets original design at Eastman Guitars, where every instrument has its own story.
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