162 Results for "Les Paul"

NAMM 2019: Gibson goes back to the ‘Golden Era’ with new 2019 guitars

Gibson gets back to basics with a new set of 'Golden Era' guitars including a Les Paul ‘50s spec, Les Paul Special in TV Yellow and two new 61 spec SG’s with “maestro” and “sideways” Vibrolas ...

Ceramic vs. Alnico: Which pickups sound better?

It's one of the oldest controversies in the guitar world: Ceramic vs. Alnico. Many players believe that Alnico is "warmer", whereas Ceramic sounds "colder". True? All is finally revealed...

Gibson at NAMM 2019 – Yes, they will be there this time!

Winter NAMM 2019, Stand 207 will be the place to be. Why? Gibson has confirmed it's attending the upcoming show after their unfortunate decision to pull out of the 2018 edition.

Wylde Audio debuts Blood Eagle Raw Top, Odin Grail Camo and Barbarian Psyclone

Wylde Audio announces new Limited Editions inspired by famed Gibson models. With their pointy edges, these three Viking-themed axes could be wielded in battle - but are they worthy of Valhalla?

Gibson The Paul reissued for its 40th anniversary – A ’70s revival?

The Paul comes from an era that was fascinated by avocado bathroom suits and had a fixation with the colour brown, but now it is 40 years old and getting reissued!

New Gibson CEO announced at last: Can JC ‘build a powerhouse brand’?

Can James "JC" Curleigh 'build a powerhouse brand' with Gibson USA? Well, he has done it before at Levi Strauss, where he was in charge previous to his new role at Gibson.

Gibson Slash ‘Brazilian Dream’ Les Paul with rosewood fretboard to cost $13,000!

Gibson has announced yet another Slash signature Les Paul model, this time it's hand-signed and has a fretboard of solid Brazilian Rosewood. And it costs a small fortune...

Gibson unveils its new Les Paul Player Plus Series

Three new Gibson Les Paul models with different pickup configurations. The new Gibson Les Paul Player Plus Series could be a return to form for the company

Seymour Duncan unveils the Billy Gibbons’ Red Devil PAF set – for Strats!

The Red Devil PAF pickup set gets you closer to Billy Gibbon's Texan Blues tone without having to hack up your beloved Stratocaster. But how close to Billy's Pearly Gates do they sound?

Gibson USA 2019 Line-up: Fewer guitars, less controversy!

Gibson has now officially presented its 2019 USA range of guitars. Yes, you remember, the ones that were all leaked back in May. Will they divide opinion amongst guitar players around the world?

The best of both worlds? Cort’s new CR300 LP replica is loaded with active PAFs

Cort has released the new CR300 Singlecut which blends classic American '50s styling with modern day active pickups that it claims give an authentic PAF tone yet at low impedance.

Are Gibson advertising for new CEO – Bye bye Henry ?

Gibson is officially advertising for a new CEO and so it would appear Henry's days at the guitar company are numbered.

Fender Parallel Universe Troublemaker Telecaster: A leaf from the Les Paul playbook

Fender's latest Parallel Universe guitar, the Troublemaker Telecaster takes a huge leaf out of the Gibson Les Paul book. Will this new Limited Edition guitar cause any trouble in 2018?

Gibson 2019 range at SNAMM with no surprises (except a new HP protector case!)

Gibson presented its 2019 line-up at Summer NAMM, and it's all in line with the information that leaked in advance of the show. Except for its sleek new HP hard case...

Summer NAMM 2018: Epiphone Prizm Les Paul Tribute and Limited Dot Deluxe

Summer is here and Epiphone has just announced two very brightly coloured new guitar models for 2018. Now you'll have to decide which one will go best with your stage outfit...

That Gibson rescue package is taking longer to sort out than hoped

After Gibson's application for Chapter 11 last month, it looks like it is slowly moving forward but not as smoothly as hoped: There's a rather large loan, plus some conditions on the table.

Gibson 2019 models all leaked on its own website

The whole Gibson 2019 line-up has been prematurely leaked on the company's website - and they will all cost $5249 each! OK, so the last bit's down to some IT glitch...

Gibson reissues Tak Matsumoto Les Paul Standard in Canary Yellow for 2018

Tak Matsumoto celebrates his 'almost' 20th year with Gibson and the 30th Anniversary of his famous band B'z, with this super bright Canary Yellow Les Paul.

Gibson files for bankruptcy, Henry Juszkiewicz loses ownership

The excruciating wait is over - Gibson has finally filed for bankruptcy, as widely predicted. What's next for the famed guitar maker? Probably a change in leadership, according to Bloomberg.

Gibson vs Tronical, Round 2: Gibson announces its own law suit, alleges “fraud”

Only last week we reported that Tronical were suing Gibson guitars - now it's Gibson's turn! Could things get any more messed up at the guitar giant in 2018?

Gibson is being sued by Tronical for $50million over e-tuner technology

A new headache for Henry Juszkiewicz and Gibson: On top of the company's financial troubles, the inventors of the tech behind the Gibson's G-Force robo-tuner is suing Gibson for $50 million!

Roadie 2 Tuner – The guitarist’s ultimate tool?

Do you suffer from keeping track of guitar tunings, have tuning problems caused by owning multiple guitars or maybe you just love guitar gadgets? Roadie 2 is here to make life easier.

Heard the “Yamaha buying Gibson” rumour? Here’s why that would make sense.

The rumour mill says Gibson is about to be bought out - by a Chinese consortium, by Yamaha, by the Tooth Fairy, depending on who you believe. Gibson needs Yamaha - or someone like them - to step in.

Gibson creditors want new CEO before offering a rescue deal – Bloomberg

New rumours around Gibson's financial woes has bondholders demanding a new leadership structure for the company before offering it a financial lifeline. Are Henry's days at the helm numbered?