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A Favorite of Carlos Santana, Al Di Meola and John Frusciante, Yamaha’s SG-2000 Was Intended as a Les Paul Killer
Appealing to players fed up with declining U.S. quality, the most successful and acclaimed Japanese guitar of the late ’70s wasn’t a direct copy of anything
Smuggled out of Europe, a Communist Bloc Guitar Like This Delfi Kosmos Is a Rare Sight
A copy of Gibson's fabled Moderne, this oddball axe is a relic of rock and roll’s war against Soviet repression
The History of the Fender Duo-Sonic
A favorite of Jimi Hendrix, this petite powerhouse gives a taste of authentic pre-CBS Fender without the five-figure price tag
Do You Love the Effortless Feel of Worn Vintage Guitar Necks? Here's How to Make Sticky, Tacky Finishes Feel Like Driftwood
These simple solutions can make thick, rubbery guitar neck finishes feel slick, smooth and naturally burnished from years of playing
Make Your Tone Stand Out With These Seven Pro Tips on Guitar EQ
Whether you want to improve tightness, clarity and articulation or add beef, brightness and sparkle, this short guide has you covered
Fender’s Glorious Twin Amp of the Mid to Late ’50s Is the Epitome of Rock and Roll Amplifiers
The 80-watt “high-powered” tweed Twin appeared in ’58, but nothing beats the delectable dynamics and easy grind of the earlier 40-watt versions
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
A Favorite of Eddie Van Halen, the MXR Phase 90 Smeared Its Luscious Tones Over Countless Classic Recordings
More dramatic sounding than MXR’s Phase 45, more affordable and less obtrusive than the larger two-knob Phase 100, the Phase 90 hit the sweet spot
