The Epiphone name is synonymous with the famous Gibson Les Paul Standard electric guitar style. A unique design that took a radical departure from the norm, is was made famous by some of rock n' roll's greats. Epiphone has released many special editions from their Les Paul line, and one of the latest is the [...]
Ibanez Gio Review And Summary
The Ibanez has a colorful past, but it became one of the most successful brands in the electric guitar category. Tracing the roots of the Ibanez Gio electric guitar, you will learn that the guitars originated from Japan and a man by the name of Hoshino Gakki is responsible for the growth and success of [...]
Review Of The Gibson Melody Maker
Originally produced in the late 1950s, the Gibson Melody Maker is enjoying a comeback while still sporting that same clean, solid sound in a sleek and sturdy body. With its slim and solid mahogany frame and excellent tone, the Melody Maker was the company's best-selling guitar. Fortunately, Gibson has succeeded in keeping the style and [...]
Ibanez Jet King Review
This article will provide a breakdown of the Jet King Guitar series, made by Ibanez, along with an Ibanez Jet King review of the guitar series. The Ibanez Jet King Guitar is the name for a series of electric guitars made by the Ibanez Company. The Jet King series are considered a modern remake or [...]
Warmoth Guitars – Measure Twice, Cut Once
You can find Warmoth guitars company headquarters in Puyallup, Washington. You can also find Warmoth custom guitars in the hands of stars like Jeff Loomis, or Matt Sharp, from the best-selling band Weezer. Warmoth Guitar Products, Incorporated, is an American company that specializes in making guitar parts, and guitar bodies to the exact specifications of [...]
The Rickenbacker 325 Guitar Review
Rickenbacker released the first Rickenbacker 325 in 1958. It was part of the instrument manufacturer's Capri series, which consisted of hollow body guitars. Roger Rossmeisl who is a German guitar maker from a family with a long history of instrument making and design originally designed the 325. While Rickenbacker guitars have always been renowned for [...]
The Gibson Gold Top Les Paul: History, Specifications And More
Introduction The passing of jazz guitar legend Les Paul has reawakened many people to the long history of the Gibson Les Paul electric guitar; especially the Gibson Les Paul traditional gold top. This classic instrument has been through much iteration over the decades, but in this article, we will focus on its very earliest incarnation, [...]
The 10 Most Famous Vintage Electric Guitars
Vintage electric guitars are like wine; they only seem to get better with age. Whether due to superior care in the build process in the good old days, the mysterious aging of natural materials like wood, or simply the fact that the best examples have been preserved while the rejects have been damaged or lost [...]
The Best of Hamer Guitars
Hamer Guitars was conceived in 1973 and is known as one of the first boutique USA guitar makers. Their popular models of the era were copies of the Flying V and the Explorer, which targeted pro guitar players in general. A USA made Hamer guitar is equipped with the highest quality components, wood and the [...]
The Epiphone Les Paul Standard Stacks Up Pretty Well
Saving your hard earned money for a Les Paul Standard can take a while without question; they aren’t cheap. Although, an Epiphone Les Paul Standard may be a suitable choice for those of you who don’t have or don’t want to spend the extra money on a Gibson model. I’ve owned different variants of the [...]
The Schecter Damien 6 – A High End Entry Level Guitar
I've reviewed a lot of Schecter guitars over the years and I haven’t been disappointed very many times to say the least. Schecter caters to a broad range of guitarist’s needs with their different shapes, configurations, tonal variations and price points. The Schecter Damien 6 fits into the high end of the entry level class of [...]
5 Things I Like About The Ibanez GSA60
The Ibanez GIO series is an affordable lineup of guitars with several distinct model groups: GRG/GRX, GRGA, GART and the GSA. One of my most favorite of the GIO group is the Ibanez GSA60. For several reasons, I think this is a great guitar for newcomers and the frugal types that want a really decent [...]
Which Is The Best Acoustic Electric Guitar Under $500?
So you’re looking for the best acoustic electric guitar under $500 to buy? There are literally hundreds to choose from in this range so I understand how making a decision like this is not easy. Fortunately I have tested out many at my studio and local guitar shops in my hood. I’ve done a quick [...]
Gibson Firebird V 2010 Review
Ever driven a guitar before? Ok, that sounds a little silly but the original Gibson Firebird guitar was designed by an automotive architect in the early 1960s to look like a popular American automobile of the times with its fender fins and no lack of chrome. The original Gibson Firebird V was always my favorite [...]