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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
By Dave Hunter published
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
Epiphone 1958 Korina Flying V and Explorer Reviews
By Dave Hunter published
These are surprisingly adaptable and expressive designs, so don’t let their radical looks lead you astray
Five Things You Should Know About Frets
By Guitar Player Staff published
From shape, feel and tone to material, condition and replacement – here are the basics of guitar frets
“I Needed an Instrument That Could Withstand the Elements”: How Climate Extremes Led Gene Baker to Re-Envision the Acoustic-Electric With b3 Guitars’ Cielo Deluxe
By Dave Hunter published
Enter the Cielo, a thinline hybrid acoustic-electric guitar with a chambered body made of solid woods
Ever Wondered Why Brazilian Rosewood Is a Big Deal? Here’s All You Need to Know
By Dave Hunter published
Although many players infer a “warm, mellow” tone from Brazilian rosewood’s vintage credentials, the reality is quite different
Five of George Harrison's Most Iconic Beatles-Era Guitars
By Guitar Player Staff published
From the Grestch Duo Jet used in the Beatles’ earliest recordings to the late '60s prototype Fender Rosewood Telecaster, here are five of George Harrison's most celebrated guitars
“It’s the Greatest Accolade You Could Hope for”: Guns N’ Roses Guitarist Richard Fortus Champions Independent U.K. Boutique Builder Ivison Guitars
By Rod Brakes published
Talented British luthier Neil Ivison gives ‘Guitar Player’ the inside scoop on his now world-famous Dakota electric guitar played by Guns N’ Roses’ longest-serving guitarist
Joe Walsh, Jeff Lynne, Glen Ballard, and More Highlight Electrifying 2023 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
By Robert Dye published
The 52nd annual star-studded event honored a melting pot of songwriters from multiple genres
PRS SE Zach Myers Signature Review
By Dave Hunter published
A versatile package that isn’t limited by any overly pigeonholing design choices
Explore the 2023 NAMM Show Acoustic-Electric Highlights: Exciting New Gear From Martin, Taylor, Yamaha, L.R. Baggs, Universal Audio, Lava Music and More
By Jimmy Leslie published
This year’s NAMM show was surging with innovative and environmentally savvy gear – here's a rundown of our top picks
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