Gibson - News and Rumours
You want all the latest news, rumours and everything else there’s to know about Gibson? We're happy to oblige: On this page you’ll find everything at a glance – and it’s always up to date!
Frankenstein’s guitar! This crazy mod adds a MIDI keyboard to a Gibson Les Paul
24 Feb 2020 · Frankenstein's Guitar! Look Mum No Computer added a MIDI keyboard made of arcade buttons to a Gibson Les Paul. After all, why not? If you're a guitar aficionado/purist, do not watch this video.
Gibson issues cease and desist to Kiesel Guitars – Déjà vu?
20 Feb 2020 · Kiesel Guitars is the latest manufacturer to recieve a 'cease and desist' letter from Gibson's lawyers. Jeff Kiesel goes online to share why he thinks Gibson will lose.
Gibson CMO was behind ‘Play Authentic’ campaign last year
28 Jan 2020 · Gibson CMO Cesar Gueikian admits that the controversial Play Authentic YouTube video featuring Mark Agnesi was his idea - seven months after it created a tsunami-sized backlash.
Gibson DEAL: Huge discounts on 6 classic 50s and 60s rock guitars
24 Jan 2020 · Thomann has a massive deal going on USA-made Gibson rock guitars, including Firebirds, Flying Vs, an Explorer and a Les Paul at discounts of up to €800! While stocks last, that is...
Phil X and Jerry Cantrell to join Gibson in 2020
20 Jan 2020 · The big news at Winter NAMM this weekend was that two new high profile artists had joined Gibson's official roster. Which means that the US guitar giant could be in for a big year for 2020.
NAMM 2020: 10 Best Guitar Videos
19 Jan 2020 · Here are the best guitar videos we made at NAMM 2020, featuring highlights and crowd winners right from the show floor!
NAMM 2020: Gibson announces new models for Original Collection and Modern Collection
11 Jan 2020 · The Gibson Original Collection and Modern Collection. It's going to be a crunch year for Gibson, a chance to prove its commitment to quality, vintage authenticity and consistency.
NAMM 2020: Tony Iommi ‘Monkey’ Gibson SG Special Custom Shop announced
11 Jan 2020 · Black Sabbath's Tony Iommi is honoured by the Gibson Custom Shop with the announcement of the new Tony Iommi 'Monkey' Gibson SG Special recreation. Limited to 50 guitars worldwide of the original 1964 model.
NAMM 2020: Gibson signature Les Paul Custom for Tool’s Adam Jones!
11 Jan 2020 · It's official! Gibson Custom Shop is to release a recreation of Adam Jones' 1979 Les Paul Custom Silverburst used by Tool's guitarist. You wait for years and then suddenly it pops up out of the blue!
NAMM 2020: Gibson goes ’70s with Original Collection Classic V and Explorer
11 Jan 2020 · The era of flares, sideburns and hard rock was a time when Gibson rocked the world - the new Original Collection Classic V and Explorer models look set to take us back for more!
NAMM 2020: Gibson Slash Collection with yet more signature models!
10 Jan 2020 · Does the world need more Slash signatures? Four, yes four Slash Les Paul Standard models and two J-45 Standard signatures are part of Gibson's brand new Slash Collection at NAMM 2020.
NAMM 2020: Gibson TV launches, an expansive new YouTube channel by Gibson
08 Jan 2020 · Gibson has launched a new web TV channel with everything from behind the scenes videos to exclusive content with iconic artists and more. Lots of potential for good content here for all Gibson fans.
The Top 10 stories of 2019: Your favourite posts ranked!
01 Jan 2020 · 2019 was a great year for gear - here are the most often-viewed posts on gearnews.com from last year. They included a courtroom battle, some destroyed guitars, some leaked guitars an more!
A nice relaxing Yuletide log fireplace video for Christmas – with a burning guitar!
24 Dec 2019 · This Christmas, how about a relaxing fireplace video on in the background while the family's round for dinner? Here's one with a difference: a gutar burning slowly in a fireplace. Merry Christmas!
Gibson launches Murphy Lab, revamps Custom Shop division
12 Dec 2019 · Gibson revamps the Custom Shop! The Murphy Lab is a new Custom Shop division headed by guitar relic'ing expert artisan Tom Murphy. Will 2020 bring even more accurately aged guitars?
Gibson Smartphone Case: AAA Koa top for your phone, anyone?
29 Oct 2019 · You can now wrap your beloved smartphone in a case with either AAA Curly Hawaii Koa, Indian Rosewood or Santos Rosewood with a classic Gibson logo on the back.
Gibson ES-335 Alvin Lee ’69 Festival’ signature guitar: Reliving the Woodstock magic
26 Oct 2019 · A new limited run Alvin Lee ES-335 '69 Festival' signature model from Gibson has just been announced. By celebrating the Ten Years After guitarist with a replica of his famous guitar
Gibson loses Firebird guitar body shape trademark in the EU
24 Oct 2019 · Gibson has lost its Firebird guitar body shape trademark across the EU after a legal decision that echoes a previous one stripping Gibson of its Flying V trademark. Ouch.
Gibson Chuck Berry 1955 ES-350T: It’s here at last!
18 Oct 2019 · The new Gibson Chuck Berry 1955 ES-350T is getting released on 18 October, Chuck's birthday. This faithful recreation of his favourite guitar will certainly ring a few bells!
The Mark Agnesi interview: No ‘Play Authentic’ but plenty of Epiphone
07 Oct 2019 · An interview with Mark Agnesi of Gibson Guitars! Expecting a frank exchange about "Play Authentic"? Don't. But Mr Agnesi does hint at interesting times for Epiphone...
CITES rules end for rosewood in musical instruments, official end date announced
06 Oct 2019 · CITES has issued an exemption for rosewood used in musical instruments, meaning that regulations for travelling with your favourite guitar are finally coming to an end.
Gibson’s Mark Agnesi and Marcus King reveal new signature ES-345 guitar
04 Oct 2019 · Messrs Mark Agnesi and Marcus King discuss a brand new ES-345 signature model during a backstage interview at the Eric Clapton Crossroads festival. You can also get a sneak preview of the prototype!