A history of CF Martin & Co, an American institution
How did one company founded by a German immigrant become an American icon and the world's preeminent maker of acoustic guitars?
The Ultimate Guide To Strat Tone
Whether you’re shopping for your first Strat or looking to breathe new life into an old favourite, when it comes to killer Strat tone, we have the answers. It’s time to turn on, tune in and rock out…
Fix Your Guitar: Our 10-step Survival Guide
Step this way as Huw Price shows you how to perform all kinds of routine repairs that’ll make a trip to the luthier a thing of the past…
All About… Tadeo Gomez
Fender’s greatest-ever neck carver was an orphaned migrant worker who walked a thousand miles to get to America.
The history of Gretsch Anniversary models
As Gretsch Guitars celebrates its 135th anniversary in style, we chart the history of one of the company’s most famous electric date-markers: the Anniversary model.
All About… Ted McCarty
Ted McCarty was arguably the most influential CEO of any guitar company, and he designed more iconic hardware and guitars than pretty much anyone else.
All About… Freddie Tavares
Musician, inventor and a huge figure in Fender’s history. We celebrate the life and times of Leo’s greatest sideman…
All About… Ray Butts
If Ray Butts was still around, he’d be the embodiment of boutique. Huw Price profiles a man ahead of his time…
How to choose and buy an electric guitar
A beginner’s guide to picking your first electric six-string—what to look out for, what to ignore and everything in-between.
The Ultimate Guide To Vintage Les Paul Tone
We find out precisely what makes golden-era Les Pauls tick and explain how you too can taste the tone fantastic without breaking the bank.