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Neville's Advocate
Nev ponders an upcoming rock ’n’ roll tour and what he needs to do to prepare. And realises he’s (sort of) in the charts
High Flyer
This US boutique builder presents an offset beauty that makes us dizzy in more ways than one…
One For All
These three all-new pure class A combos from Blackstar put the output valve centre stage. Take your pick…
Purple Reign
In spring 2019, anticipation of a new Royal baby reached fever pitch. And here it is: the majestic new collaboration between Dream Theater’s John Petrucci and Music Man. Awwww…
King Of The Mods
With the release of PRS’s Paul’s Guitar, evaluated elsewhere in this issue, Dave Burrluck wonders if Paul Reed Smith is actually the ultimate modder…
What Is TCI?
Paul Reed Smith admits that part of his latest pickup and the concepts behind it came from an illustrious artist: “John Mayer came after my ass…” We find out more
Graham Nash
From pop hitmaker in The Hollies to the Woodstock stage with Crosby, Stills & Nash, Graham Nash is one of the most successful – and thoughtful – British songwriters of all time. We met him to talk about Woodstock, Neil Young, old Martins and new songs
Kings Of Country
We take a look at Gibson’s ‘king of the flat-tops’ with Walter Carter, author of the spec check bible Gruhn’s Guide To Vintage Guitars and proprietor of Carter Vintage Guitars in Nashville, Tennessee
Brandy Row
If Ronnie Wood had joined The Clash he might have sounded something like Essex rebel-rouser Brandy Row. We join this tattooed neo-troubadour,who’s a veteran of Denmark Street’s Tin Pan Alley, to discuss taking on the world with a fistful of battered old guitars...
KT Tunstall
The singer-songwriter reflects on backstage cuisine and how finding the correct earplugs changed her life…
One For All
A complete kit of parts for putting your pedalboard together. Everything you need, bar the pedals
Raising The Tone - Pain In The Neck
In His Second Article On Frets, Editor Jamie Dickson Finds Out What To Do When Your Frets Get Damaged Or Worn Out.
Count Us In
Victory’s new and improved version of their best-selling V30 hits the shops. But is it worth the upgrade?
Find Your Own Voice
Our mod squad chief, Dave Burrluck, gets told his bridge pickup sound isn’t very good by someone who’s never heard it! What’s going on?
Raising The Tone - The Big Cover Up
Jamie Dickson asks… On or off, what do pickup covers on humbuckers actually change tonally?
Chris Spedding
The Sharks and Bryan Ferry guitarist reflects on the quest for good coffee and life as a Womble…
Then Play On - 1950 - 2018
From his seismic contribution to early Fleetwood Mac to his untrumpeted death in June, Danny Kirwan was a mysterious, maddening and misunderstood cult hero. With exclusive testimony from former bandmates and the guitarists keeping his songs alive, this is the story of a musician touched equally by genius and madness.
Heritage & Beyond
As Gordon Smith Guitars starts a brand new forward-thinking chapter, Doug Sparkes talks about the importance of also respecting the past
The UK Guitar Show 2018
Some of the greatest movers and makers in the guitar industry joined Guitarist as we hit London’s Olympia for our new show – and the comeback of Guitarist Of The Year
Session Diary Under Pressure
Anxiety can strike in the most unlikely of setting Here's how Adam Goldsmith overcomes his nerves.
Think Positive
From software to hardware, the Bias Amp concept is positively amazing – check out the colossal 600-watt Bias Head and its smaller sibling
John Norum
Historically, he left Europe and then rejoined – but how will he handle the 10 questions we ask everyone?
Steve Hillage
The System 7 and Gong guitarist on keeping it real and looking after your back
Epiphone Zenith
Part of the Masterbilt series, the Zenith signalled a new era for Epiphone
Vigier Excalibur DoubleBfoot Signature
Vigier Excalibur DoubleBfoot Signature
The Holy Grail Guitar Show
Don’t miss it! Must-see guitar goings-on for the coming weeks…
Session Diary A Wealth Of Choice
Adam gets his hands on some classic originals, but how on the money are they compared to his trusty reissues?
Here I Go Again Studios In The Snow
In the grips of freezing weather Bernie reminisces about recording some classics in the cold
Julian Lage
He’s one of the finest jazz players of his generation but how will he handle the 10 questions we ask everyone?
Justin Hayward
The Moody Blues’ guitarist extols the virtues of low on-stage volume and correct seating apparatus…