EDDIE VAN HALEN
On 6 October, the world lost a musical icon. An undisputed master of his craft, Eddie took his command of the instrument to the next level with an expert showmanship that captivated fans across the globe. Join us as we pay tribute to a true guitar hero.

Eric Clapton’s Lost Les Paul Standard.

Historic Hardware: Epiphone.

Blueprint: McNally Guitars and more...

GEAR OF THE YEAR
Despite the impact that 2020 has had on the music industry and just about everyone else, manufacturers fought back to deliver some enticing new products into our strange new world. Join us as we detail our pick of the best gear we’ve seen in the past 12 months…

THE ACOUSTIC ISSUE
The humble acoustic can really enhance your overall playing experience. Find out how in our in-depth guide that covers the science of acoustic sound, advice from masters of the craft, an extensive buyer’s guide to please any pocket, and inspiring unplugged lessons from the pros.

PETER GREEN & PAUL KOSSOFF
This issue is a special commemorative doublecover edition, paying tribute to the life and work of Fleetwood Mac’s Peter Green, plus a detailed look at Kossoff’s historic ‘Stripped Top’ 1959 Les Paul Standard.

GIANT KILLERS
With £1k as our high-tide mark we set out to bring you the best bang for your buck with a stellar line-up of affordable six-stringers that will suit any style and every budget.

SETUP SECRETS
Hone that axe! We show you how to get the very best from your guitar using our tips and techniques from experts in the field of instrument maintenance…

Historic Hardware: Fender Jaguar.

Vox Cambridge50 1x12 combo.

Blues Headlines with Richard Barrett..

PRS GUITARS
This year marks 35 years of guitar making for the company helmed by Paul Reed Smith, whose drive and passion for the guitar is as strong today as it was in 1985. Join us as we take a detailed look at the models that define the brand, plus new offerings for 2020, and we chat to Paul, his team and the artists whose instruments bear the PRS name.

PETER GREEN
Five decades have passed since Peter Green’s famous departure from Fleetwood Mac. We look back at the story of one the most defining guitarists in history – and, of course, his legendary ’59 Les Paul, Green

SLASH & BURN!
As Gibson’s new regime pushes the classic brand from strength to strength we take a look at the ‘November Burst’ from the new Slash Signature Les Paul range – spoiler alert, it’s a stunner…

TONY IOMMI
ON SURVIVING SABBATH AND THE GUITAR THAT STARTED IT ALL.

The Iron Man of rock joins us to introduce his Gibson Tony Iommi ‘Monkey’ 1964 SG Special Replica, an exacting recreation of the guitar that would go on to define Black Sabbath’s sound, while Gibson’s Cesar Gueikian explains how this passion project has been “the highlight” of his life.

Artificially ageing guitars is a divisive subject, but it’s a finish – an art form, even – that more and more players are demanding. We trace the history of the process, track down some beautiful examples of the craft, and discover how the pros painstakingly mimic the effects of time

It’s that time of year again when we assemble the best of the best in new gear from the past 12 months – and 2019 has been a fine year for the GASinclined. Read on to discover our pick of the finest guitars, amps, pedals and more…

Historic Hardware: Fender Precision Bass, Gibson EB-1 & EB-2, Epiphone Rivoli, Fender Jazz Bass & Gibson Thunderbird II

Fender American Ultra - Stratocaster & Telecaster..

Shimmer & Shake Orange lords it with a combo that tips its hat to the golden age of the 1950s

cover feature Fender Vintera Series Fender’s latest range merges the Classic and Classic Player series to present a 17-strong line-up of decade-specific models, which all boast a price tag of under a grand. We road-test three of the Modified guitars, ‘vintage hot-rods’ bringing contemporary features into the mix

FEATURES
054.......... Lloyd Cole
060..........Woodstock 50th Anniversary
080...........Dave Hill
086...........Historic Hardware: Fender Jazzmaster
124........... Workshop: Seth Baccus Guitars

FEATURES
048.......... George Benson
054.......... Molly Tuttle
064...........Richard Fortus
074...........Hot Mods
094........... The Build: Bare Knuckle T-Top Humbucker

Gibson 2019 Les PaulS - With its new CEO now firmly in the hotseat, Gibson introduces two new collections,
signalling a return to form for the guitar giant

If you like your boutique guitars on the rock ’n’ roll side of the tracks, Patrick James Eggle’s latest is a home-grown tone machine. Special? Very much so.

On the 50th anniversary of Gallagher’s recording debut, Guitarist delves into the legacy of his guitars and
the music he left behind

Viral transmission How audience analysis can help game trailers spread, Hidden depths David Stevenson, lead artist at casual gaming specialist Big Fish, on how hidden object game scenarios are composed. By Philippa Warr

Follow a classic recipe and build to a high standard in a historic location – what have you got? Heritage Guitar Inc, a rejuvenated 34-year-old brand

Phil Hilborne on Paul Kossoff, Blues Headlines with Richard Barrett, EarthQuaker Devices Swiss Things, Hughes & Kettner Black Spirit 200 Head, Gibson 2019 Les Paul Standard,
Traditional & Classic...

Behind those mirrored shades is one of the business’s hardest grafting guitarists – and with 30 years’ experience and over 21 charttopping albums, he could hang up his guitar tomorrow. So, what continues to drive him forward? Guitarist finds out…

2018 has proven to be a vintage year for gear, with both innovative technology and thoughtful updates on the classics vying for our attention. Join us as we celebrate the best kit from the past 12 months

Positive Grid Bias Head & Bias Mini Guitar, Godin Summit Classic SG Vintage Burst P90 & Summit Classic SG Matte Green, EarthQuaker Devices Aqueduct, Free The Tone Fire Mist FM-1V, Historic Hardware: Gibson ES-175...

Gretsch Limited Edition Streamliner
G2420T-P90 Hollow Body &
G2655TG-P90 Center Block Jr, Fender EU Master Design ’53 Telecaster,
’56 Stratocaster & ’69 Stratocaster, Morley Custom Shop Mini Steve Vai
Bad Horsie 2 Wah...

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