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BOSS Katana-50 MkII EX
THE KATANA SERIES amps from Boss recently expanded with the introduction of three new Mkll models: a 50-watt 1x12, a 100-watt head and a 2x12 cabinet with Boss Waza speakers.
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July 2023
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Open & Shut
How to liven up progressions by combining open and closed chords.
2 min |
July 2023
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ACOUSTIC WAVES
The 2023 NAMM show was surging with innovative and environmentally savvy gear for acoustic players. We did a little surfing.
9 min |
July 2023
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BEST SHOTS
As he savors his Rock Hall induction and raves for the musical Invincible, Neil Giraldo reflects on the highlights of his career — from Rick Derringer to Pat Benatar and beyond.
10+ min |
July 2023
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Still Killing
Fifty-five years since his solo bow, Harvey Mandel shows no sign of slowing down on his latest, Who's Calling. \"The Sustain King\" riffs with GP on his music, guitar technique and a certain player by the name of Eddie.
10+ min |
July 2023
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THE BLACK STRAT
An iconic instrument heard on Pink Floyd albums, including The Dark Side of the Moon, David Gilmour’s Black Strat underwent its fair share of modifications over the years. Here we explore its storied life and many mods.
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July 2023
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ΜΟΟΝ RISE
As The Dark Side of the Moon turns 50, we go behind the scenes of Pink Floyd’s masterpiece, from its live origins to its studio metamorphosis, to explore David Gilmour’s gear and tone, and the stories behind every track.
10+ min |
July 2023
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How I Wrote..."Undun"
Randy Bachman reveals the influence of Lenny Breau, Bob Dylan and the Zombies in the Guess Who's 1969 hit.
3 min |
June 2023
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Take a Stand
Inspirations for upping your stand game (you know you need it!).
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June 2023
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Hybrid Heaven
As ALO drop their first studio album in eight years, Dan \"Lebo\" Lebowitz reveals his secrets to achieving glorious amplified acoustic tone.
9 min |
June 2023
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GUY TALK
As he prepares to exit the world stage, blues guitar original Buddy Guy entertains Guitar Player with a dozen tales from his nearly 70-year career.
10+ min |
June 2023
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THE ART OF WAR
Three albums into their career, U2 found their triumphant sound and activist voice. Forty years on, The Edge and producer Steve Lillywhite discuss the album on which the group built its legacy.
10+ min |
June 2023
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IN THE NAME OF LOVE
When it came to remaking 40 classic U2 tracks for Songs of Surrender, The Edge was guided by his heart and one grand idea: “to make intimacy the new version of punk rock.”
10+ min |
June 2023
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LINE DANCE
He moves between Def Leppard and Last in Line without missing a step. But Vivian Campbell says he put the wrong foot forward with Ronnie James Dio.
7 min |
June 2023
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American Dream
José Feliciano filtered pop through Spanish Harlem roots on his 1968 debut.
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June 2023
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SOUND & VISION
Timeless in tone and style, yet built with advanced luthiery techniques, Furch Guitars deserves your serious attention. We travel to the Czech Republic to find out more.
7 min |
June 2023
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TIP SHEET
These habits have helped “Captain” Kirk Douglas stay on course with the Roots and their Tonight Show gig.
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June 2023
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BEGINNER'S PLUCK
Peter Buck and Krist Novoselic pick their gigs carefully. Cuban blues hound Hector Tellez Jr. got them both - for his debut.
5 min |
June 2023
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MAGIC BUS
Arielle takes a sonic tour of the classic rock era with songs and guitar tones inspired by the spirit of ’73.
5 min |
June 2023
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PEAK PERFORMER
Martin Guitar’s SC line reaches its zenith with the limited-edition Custom Shop SC-2022, a masterful combination of form and function.
4 min |
June 2023
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How I Wrote..."Wooden Ships"
David Crosby reveals how he, Stephen Stills and Paul Kantner wrote a visionary classic.
3 min |
May 2023
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TWA
SH9 Scott Henderson Signature Distortion
2 min |
May 2023
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DONNER
DJP-1000
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May 2023
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TAYLOR
American Dream Grand Theater AD11E-SB
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May 2023
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PRS
Sonzera 20 Combo
4 min |
May 2023
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GIBSON
Les Paul Traditional Pro V
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May 2023
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Sound Check With Leo
Acoustic icon Leo Kottke offers insights as he finds his sound at Sweetwater Music Hall.
4 min |
May 2023
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SPECIAL DELIVERY MAN
A look at the inspiring musical magic and distinctive touch in the playing of guitar legend Joe Walsh.
7 min |
May 2023
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The Master of Slide Guitar
Playing otherworldly Hindustani slide licks on instruments of his own invention, Debashish Bhattacharya connects East to West in a fusion that's earned him raves from John McLaughlin and Americana Dobro icon Jerry Douglas.
9 min |
May 2023
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A DIRECT LINE TO HEAVEN
As a guitarist, singer-songwriter and civil rights visionary who brought Black and White music together, Pops Staples created his own genre and the quintessential Americana guitar tone.
10+ min |