November 21, 2024

Jon Wiederhorn

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Review: Donner ST-700 Offers Quality, Versatility and Affordability

The well-crafted, well-balanced guitar includes locking tuners, two high-gain humbuckers, and a tremolo bar that not only descends but also raises the instrument’s tone without quickly going out of tune.

BUDGET ROCK Review!: Lekato Expand Catalog with Two Quality Pedals, B-Breaker & R Comp

For more than five years now, numerous companies based in China have been creating solid clones of classic guitar pedals, including the Proco Rat, the Klon Centaur, the Ibanez Tube Screamer, The Keeley Blues Driver, and the BOSS DD2 Digital Delay. Now, Lekato has dipped a bit deeper into the weeds and crafted two attractive mini pedals for players with more specialized interests: the B-Breaker and the R Comp.

Joey Santiago on Dark ‘Zombies,’ Pixies’ First-Ever Show, Influence on Nirvana, 1992 Implosion, Triumphant Comeback

"I noticed that people weren’t happy anymore and it wasn’t enjoyable anymore. The last gig we had was in Vancouver and I was so angry I punched a hole through the wall in the dressing room."

Dave Navarro Says ‘Mental Health Issues’ Caused Jane’s Addiction to Cancel Tour

"Our concern for his personal health and safety as well as our own has left us no alternative. We hope that Perry will find the help he needs." -- Dave Navarro

Pretty Shocking!: Jane’s Addiction Cancel Remainder of Reunion Tour

The band's official website has been updated to indicate the rest of the band's North American tour has been canceled. "Unfortunately, the Event Organizer has had to cancel your event," reads a message from Ticketmaster.

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George Harrison’s Early Beatles-Era Futurama Guitar Sold for $1.27 Million, Setting World Record

“George Harrison’s iconic Futurama guitar, one of the most important guitars in rock and roll history and formative to The Beatles’ sound, has made history.”

HeadRush Expands Lineup with Powerful New Gear and Software for Guitarists and Bassists

The Flex Prime features over 600 effects, amps, and emulations, including realistic guitar and bass amps, IRs, microphone models, and a variety of stompbox effects.

See Jeff “Skunk” Baxter’s Career-Spanning Special Below

Baxter and his band -- Mark Damian (Drums), Hank Horton (Bass), James Raymond (Keyboards) -- perform hits including “Rikki Don’t Lose That Number,” “My Old School,” and music from Baxter's first solo album, Speed of Heat.

Gibson Celebrates Mary Ford Collection With the Documentary “The History of Mary Ford”

In 1958, it is believed that one Les Paul™ Goldtop model with an ES-295-style floral pickguard and matching armrest was created at the request of Mary Ford. Now, Gibson is honored to release this Mary Ford Les Paul Standard, based on that one-of-a-kind original guitar.

Martin and Joe Bonamassa Team Up for Limited Edition 1941 000-45

This exclusive model, with only 45 units available, is a tribute to a golden era of guitar making, echoing the craftsmanship that has made Martin a legendary name for generations.

See Lari Basilio Jam with JHS Team to Promote Signature Pedal, The Violet Distortion

JHS describes the Violet Distortion as "a new take on distortion/overdrive," and adds, "using this pedal is like adding a new and ultra-flexible distortion channel to your favorite clean amplifier."

Watch Metallica’s Kirk Hammett Show Off Guitar Collection, Discuss Playing History in Revealing Gibson TV Interview

Hammett, who has been with Metallica since 1983, showed off a variety of instruments during the interview, including vintage Les Pauls, a Korina Flying V prototype, and a 1964 J-180 Everly Brothers acoustic guitar.