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Electric Guitar Necks: the Basics
By Guitar Player Staff published
Get the lowdown on materials, truss rods, scale lengths and joints with this simple guide.

The Incredible Story of Mick Ronson’s 'Ziggy Stardust'-Era 1968 Gibson Les Paul Custom
By Christopher Scapelliti published
How Rick Tedesco found and lost his dream guitar.

The Bad News: It’s Totally Unplayable. The Good News: It’s Worth a Fortune
By Rod Brakes last updated
Headed for refurbishment after decades in the closet this rare Gibson Les Paul Standard dubbed "Dirty 'Burst" was a shock for all.

“We’ve Been On a Very Long Encore”: Rudolf Schenker and Matthias Jabs Testify to the Power of Electric Guitar
By Mark McStea published
The king of riffs is back in town! After a seven-year absence, Scorpions return to form with ‘Rock Believer.’

The Extraordinary Les Paul Lineage of Peter Green, Gary Moore and Kirk Hammett
By Rod Brakes, Guitar Player Staff published
The torch of 'Greeny' has been handed to guitar luminaries since 1959.

“You Pick Up a Les Paul and It's Heavy and It Really Means Something – It Means Business”: Jeff Beck on His Les Paul Love Affair
By Guitar Player Staff published
Video Watch His Matchless Technique Up Close in this Jaw-Dropping Performance of the Beatles’ “She’s a Woman.”

“I Have a Problem. I’ve Got to Make My Guitar Louder”: Les Paul on His Eureka Moment
By Art Thompson published
Video Learn the truth about Les’s fledgling idea in this Musicians Hall of Fame interview and discover how his tenacity and vision became Gibson’s greatest success story.

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.
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