Matt OwenSocial Links Navigation Latest articles by Matt Owen Researchers Have Created a Glass Pick That Promises to Harness Harmonics That “Cannot Be Obtained With Conventional Guitar Picks” By Matt Owen published 20 February 23 The one-of-a-kind pick was crafted from silica glass using a process pioneered by Kyushu University in Japan, and made its sparkling live debut during a United Nations ceremony. Collings Introduces New CJ-45 T Acoustic Guitar By Matt Owen last updated 11 April 22 The newest addition to the Traditional Series sports a slope-shoulder dreadnought aesthetic and a new scalloped X-bracing pattern. Martin Unveils 12-String Grand J-16E, DJR-10E StreetMaster, and Two New Ziricote Acoustic Guitars for 2021 By Matt Owen last updated 28 March 22 New models boast Fishman electronic systems and a wealth of other stylish appointments. Gibson Introduces a New Body Shape with the Theodore, Inspired by a 65-year-old Ted McCarty Sketch By Matt Owen last updated 18 March 22 The electric guitar – the first of the new Gibson Archive Collection – is based on a sketch created by former Gibson president, Theodore "Ted" McCarty, in 1957. Watch a Recently Rediscovered Documentary on Gibson’s Former Kalamazoo, Michigan Factory from 1967 By Matt Owen published 18 March 22 The footage, which has never seen the light of day until now, was digitally remastered after Gibson employees found it in the company's archives in 2020. Gibson and the B.B. King Music Company Set October Release Date for New Epiphone Lucille Model By Matt Owen published 17 September 21 The two brands have reaffirmed their partnership by way of the B.B. King Legacy Initiative, which will bring new signature guitars, a biopic and more. Vox Unveils New Mini Go Modeling Guitar Amplifiers By Matt Owen last updated 27 July 21 The lightweight combo amps utilize Vox's VET modeling technology, offering up to 10 amplifier models and a range of built-in effects. Old Blood Noise Endeavors Unveils Updated Alpha Haunt Fuzz Pedal By Matt Owen published 15 February 21 The streamlined Alpha Haunt arrives in a pedalboard-friendly package that makes use of a highly versatile control layout consisting of 12 individual controls. Way Huge Debuts All-New Atreides Fuzz Synth By Matt Owen published 4 February 21 The "Analog Weirding Module" comes equipped with seven sliders that seek to achieve a combination of fuzz and synth. Collings Unveils New I-35 LC Vintage Guitar By Matt Owen published 3 February 21 The semi-hollow model was created using a "soft-aging" process that seeks to capture a classic aesthetic and vintage tone. Ibanez Introduces New Josh Smith Signature FLATV1 Guitar By Matt Owen published 18 January 21 Smith's first-ever Ibanez signature boasts a bold black finish, custom Seymour Duncan pickups and 3D-printed control knobs. 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 LATEST ARTICLES1Scott Gorham recalls finding his footing with Thin Lizzy’s 1976 classic “Emerald”2Noel Gallagher’s son called him out because he can’t shred. His response was priceless3Elvis Costello identifies what AI is really all about. And it isn't music 4Judas Priest’s debut was recorded on a shoestring budget in the dead of night. 50 years later, it’s finally been revived 5Slash recalls how a jam with Jeff Beck nearly ended his idol's career
Researchers Have Created a Glass Pick That Promises to Harness Harmonics That “Cannot Be Obtained With Conventional Guitar Picks” By Matt Owen published 20 February 23 The one-of-a-kind pick was crafted from silica glass using a process pioneered by Kyushu University in Japan, and made its sparkling live debut during a United Nations ceremony.
Collings Introduces New CJ-45 T Acoustic Guitar By Matt Owen last updated 11 April 22 The newest addition to the Traditional Series sports a slope-shoulder dreadnought aesthetic and a new scalloped X-bracing pattern.
Martin Unveils 12-String Grand J-16E, DJR-10E StreetMaster, and Two New Ziricote Acoustic Guitars for 2021 By Matt Owen last updated 28 March 22 New models boast Fishman electronic systems and a wealth of other stylish appointments.
Gibson Introduces a New Body Shape with the Theodore, Inspired by a 65-year-old Ted McCarty Sketch By Matt Owen last updated 18 March 22 The electric guitar – the first of the new Gibson Archive Collection – is based on a sketch created by former Gibson president, Theodore "Ted" McCarty, in 1957.
Watch a Recently Rediscovered Documentary on Gibson’s Former Kalamazoo, Michigan Factory from 1967 By Matt Owen published 18 March 22 The footage, which has never seen the light of day until now, was digitally remastered after Gibson employees found it in the company's archives in 2020.
Gibson and the B.B. King Music Company Set October Release Date for New Epiphone Lucille Model By Matt Owen published 17 September 21 The two brands have reaffirmed their partnership by way of the B.B. King Legacy Initiative, which will bring new signature guitars, a biopic and more.
Vox Unveils New Mini Go Modeling Guitar Amplifiers By Matt Owen last updated 27 July 21 The lightweight combo amps utilize Vox's VET modeling technology, offering up to 10 amplifier models and a range of built-in effects.
Old Blood Noise Endeavors Unveils Updated Alpha Haunt Fuzz Pedal By Matt Owen published 15 February 21 The streamlined Alpha Haunt arrives in a pedalboard-friendly package that makes use of a highly versatile control layout consisting of 12 individual controls.
Way Huge Debuts All-New Atreides Fuzz Synth By Matt Owen published 4 February 21 The "Analog Weirding Module" comes equipped with seven sliders that seek to achieve a combination of fuzz and synth.
Collings Unveils New I-35 LC Vintage Guitar By Matt Owen published 3 February 21 The semi-hollow model was created using a "soft-aging" process that seeks to capture a classic aesthetic and vintage tone.
Ibanez Introduces New Josh Smith Signature FLATV1 Guitar By Matt Owen published 18 January 21 Smith's first-ever Ibanez signature boasts a bold black finish, custom Seymour Duncan pickups and 3D-printed control knobs.
