http://www.premierguitar.com This is the syndication feed for PremierGuitar.com. Talking with Dweezil Zappa about go-to gear, honoring his father's legacy and his "What the Hell Was I Thinking" project http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/Dweezil_Zappa_A_Son_of_a_Mother_of_Invention.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:30:00 GMT Jim Smith Sr. and His Mission to Preserve a Brand and Its Many Sounds http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/Washburns_Guardian_Angel.aspx Max Mobley Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:53:00 GMT Examining the culture of counterfeit http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/The_Growing_Problem_of_Counterfeit_Guitars.aspx Bob Cianci Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:32:00 GMT The new and cool gear from 2009's LA Amp Show http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/LA_Amp_Show_2009.aspx Joe Coffey Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:11:00 GMT The story of Experience PRS 2009 http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/Experience_PRS_2009.aspx Joe Coffey Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:32:00 GMT Throwback Bo Ramsey explains how to make good music, and the importance of playing in a wedding band http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/Bo_Ramsey_Bo_Knows_Tone.aspx Nick Stika Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:15:00 GMT 2009's award-winning gear - all in one place! Read our picks for awards in these categories: Small Package-Big Tone, Two-for-One, Tons O'Tones, Toe-to-Toe, The Kitchen Sink, Artisan, Fresh Approach, Redux Deluxe, Tone Enhancers and Nice Price. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/2009_Premier_Gear_Awards.aspx Premier Guitar Editors Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:56:00 GMT Finger pickers take note - you can salvage your fingernails during the winter. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Dec/Winterizing_Your_Fingernails.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Mon, 16 Nov 2009 22:48:00 GMT Carl Verheyen talks about working with everyone from Joe Bonamassa to Steve Morse and Robben Ford for his latest release, Trading 8s. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Interview_Carl_Verheyen_Trading_8s.aspx Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:27:00 GMT Eric Moyer’s OpenStomp effects module allows users to write and edit their sounds on a level never before granted by the guitar industry, but will people actually do it? http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/OpenStomp_Open_Source_Meet_the_Guitar_World.aspx Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:09:00 GMT Tim Mahoney's a bonafide pedal addict with a great rig. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Interview_Tim_Mahoney_of_311.aspx Chris Kies Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:46:00 GMT We take a look at five artisans who take much deserved pride in the design of their pedalboards: NYC Pedalboards, Pedal Pad, Pedaltrain, Pumaboards and Trailer Trash. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/5_Pedalboard_Builders_You_Should_Check_Out.aspx Max Mobley Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:01:00 GMT The guitar-themed winners and entrants in our first pumpkin carving contest. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Gallery_2009_Guitar_Pumpkin_Carving_Contest.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:17:00 GMT Can't make it to Nashville? We bring some of country's classic instruments to you. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Gallery_Guitars_of_the_Country_Music_Hall_of_Fame_and_Museum.aspx Chris Kies Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:01:00 GMT What's hot in the stompbox scene http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/The_State_of_the_Stomp.aspx Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:19:00 GMT Web-exclusive pedal reviews: Boss FRV-1 Fender Reverb, Guyatone Mcm5 Micro Chorus, Granville Procrastinator, Way Huge Angry Troll, Mad Professor Sweet Honey Overdrive, Whirlwind Gold Box, Granville Spiney Norman, Aguilar Octamizer, Guyatone Svm5 Slow Volume, Seppuku Octave Drone http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Stomp_On_10_More_Pedal_Reviews.aspx Burgess, Wagner, Barr, Berkowitz & Rardin Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:04:00 GMT 25 pedal reviews to put some womp in your stomp: Fuchs, Whirlwind, Maxon, Barber, T-Rex, Kasha, Rockbox, Granville, Pigtronix, Strymon, EH, Empress, ModTone, Barber, Red Witch, MXR, Pedalworx, Mountainking and Mad Professor http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Stomping_Grounds_25_Pedals_Reviewed.aspx Wagner, Barr, Ouimette, Guzman, Rardin, Burgess Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:18:00 GMT Brad Paisley may be one of the biggest country music superstars today, but he's also one of the biggest gearheads this side of Nashville. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Brad_Paisley_Proud_Gearhead.aspx Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:50:00 GMT Small things that can make a big difference on your pedalboard. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Pimp_Your_Pedalboard_7_Pedalboard_Add_Ons_to_Consider.aspx Rebecca Dirks Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:48:00 GMT Three DIY kits at three difficulty levels: Tone Clone Pedals Retro Screamer, Build Your Own Clone Overdrive 2 and Small Bear Electronics Tremulous Bear http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Pedal_By_Numbers_Three_DIY_Kits.aspx Jordan Wagner, Ian McClintock & Chris Burgess Mon, 19 Oct 2009 22:18:00 GMT One of the pioneers of blues and rock, Buddy Guy is still going strong at age 73 http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Buddy_Guy_Keepin_the_Blues_Alive.aspx Mon, 19 Oct 2009 14:48:00 GMT Brad Paisley's go-to gear builders talk about working with him to develop his tone. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Nov/Bill_Crook_Mike_Dr_Z_Zaite_and_Robert_Keeley_on_Brad_Paisley.aspx Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:22:00 GMT Photos from performances by Dweezil Zappa, David Grissom, Buddy Guy, Carlos Santana, Electric Mary, Bugs Henderson, Johnny Hiland, Howard Leese, Jim McCarty and more. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Gallery_Experience_PRS_Performances.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 08 Oct 2009 15:42:00 GMT Brendon Small created, voices and plays lead, rhythm and bass guitar for an animated death metal band that's achieving real-world success with a new album and co-headlining tour with Mastodon http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Brendon_Small_The_Man_Behind_Metalocalypse.aspx Chris Kies and Jordan Wagner Fri, 02 Oct 2009 10:16:00 GMT Check out the new models on display at Experience PRS, see inside the factory, and see Dweezil Zappa pick wood for his next guitar. Also, a very impressive cake. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Gallery_Experience_PRS_New_Models_Factory.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 01 Oct 2009 15:23:00 GMT Highlights from the 2009 James Burton International Guitar Festival http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/James_Burton_International_Guitar_Festival_2009.aspx Tony Pasko Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:38:00 GMT Escovedo is a talented, eclectic guitarist from Austin who's starting to steal the title, "Austin's favorite son." http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Austins_Real_Animal_Alejandro_Escovedo.aspx Joe Coffey Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:44:00 GMT The places, people and parts that make the Voyageur so special. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Gallery_Canadas_National_Guitar_the_Voyageur.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:52:00 GMT Photographer William Ellis follows Tommy Emmanuel as he prepares for and performs at The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester, England, November 28, 2008. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Tommy_Emmanuel_A_Photo_Essay_by_William_Ellis.aspx William Ellis Sat, 19 Sep 2009 16:51:00 GMT Looking to get real about amp modeling? We have direct comparison audio samples. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Amp_Modeling_Reality_Check.aspx Roger Adler Sat, 19 Sep 2009 08:16:00 GMT Canada's national guitar contains parts from all around the country, representing pieces of the country's rich history. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Tales_from_the_Six_String_Nation.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:15:00 GMT Steve Vai talks about guitars, his new concert DVD (Where the Wild Things Are), and the exact right way to use a fan onstage. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Steve_Vai_The_Man_Behind_the_Icon.aspx Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:08:00 GMT We talk to the designer behind the Zendrive: Alfonso Hermida http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Builder_Profile_Hermida_Audio_Technology.aspx Michael Ross Fri, 18 Sep 2009 03:06:00 GMT Looking to get started recording at home? Here's a guide to what gear you need. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/What_You_Really_Need_to_Record_in_the_Digital_Age.aspx Glen Feit Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:55:00 GMT Les Paul's Iridium band remembers their bandmate and friend http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Transcending_Boundaries_The_Incomparable_Les_Paul_and_His_Band.aspx Gabriel J. Hernandez Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:43:00 GMT Tommy Emmanuel's playing is incredible -- but his story may be even more incredible. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Tommy_Emmanuel_On_the_Power_of_Inspiration.aspx John Southern Fri, 18 Sep 2009 02:34:00 GMT The high-end of Gibson's postwar amplifiers, the GA-CB is now one of the rarest vintage amps around. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Oct/Anatomy_of_a_Classic_Gibson_1949_GA_CB.aspx Wallace Marx Jr Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:54:00 GMT With comparisons to Steve Morse and highly-acclaimed concept albums, German guitarist Tom Riepl is a name you should know. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Step_by_Step_An_Interview_with_Tom_Riepl.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:06:00 GMT Vinnie Moore talks songwriting with UFO, replacing Michael Shenker, his new signature Dean, and balancing a solo career http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/To_The_Core_With_Vinnie_Moore.aspx Oscar Jordan Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:40:00 GMT Ricky Skaggs share stories from the road, talks about learning electric guitar on the fly and his hand in PRS' acoustic development http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Ricky_Skaggs_Interview.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:08:00 GMT Inside the Martin Owners Club's 2009 event in Nazareth, PA http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Gallery_Martin_Owners_Club_Event.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:16:00 GMT Impressions of the first show, and the new gear we saw there. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Nashville_Amp_Expo_2009.aspx Gabriel J. Hernandez Mon, 31 Aug 2009 15:16:00 GMT The Johnny Cash guitarist talks about his playing style, tools of the trade, and keeping the Cash flame alive http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Bob_Wootton_Keeping_the_Johnny_Cash_Flame_Alive.aspx Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:27:00 GMT Testing the Roland VB-99, and a comparison with the GR-33B http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Side_by_Side_Roland_VB_99_and_GR_33B_Bass_Synthesizers.aspx Wayne Joness Thu, 27 Aug 2009 11:53:00 GMT Staff picks from Summer NAMM http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Summer_NAMM_09.aspx Joe Coffey, Chris Burgess & Chris Kies Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:15:00 GMT Our picks from the Montreal Guitar Show http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/The_Montreal_Guitar_Show_09.aspx Chris Burgess & Joe Coffey Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:55:00 GMT Learn to arrange for solo guitar; first up: an arrangement of "Saint Louis Blues" http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/W_C_Handys_Classic_Saint_Louis_Blues_for_Solo_Guitar.aspx Bill Piburn Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:57:00 GMT Five builders who pay tribute to timeless vintage Fender basses: Jimmy Coppolo, Mike Lull, Bill Nash, Rudy Pensa & Matt Brewster http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/5_Pre_CBS_Inspired_Bass_Builders_You_Should_Meet.aspx Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:19:00 GMT When Leo Fender invented the instrument he called a Precision Bass, he had modest goals. As he later told music journalist Tom Wheeler, “We needed to free the bass player from the big doghouse, the acoustic bass. That thing was usually confined to the back of the band, and the bass player couldn’t get up to the mic to sing. And … guitar players would have an advantage if they could have an instrument with frets that would make doubling on bass easier for them.” http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Sep/Escape_From_the_Dog_House_Fenders_Bass_Revolution.aspx Jim Roberts Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:04:00 GMT We caught up with On during their summer tour to talk about his Fenders, getting his signature tone, and bonding with the band. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/Interview_O_A_Rs_Richard_On.aspx Chris Kies Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:06:00 GMT Peppino D'Agostino talks about songwriting, arranging and his signature Seagull guitar http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Peppino_D_Agostino_Interview.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Thu, 13 Aug 2009 13:05:00 GMT In our first Montreal gallery, we check out the electric side of the show, which was new this year, with a few acoustics thrown in for good measure. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Gallery_Montreal_Guitar_Show_part_1.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:48:00 GMT More gorgeous instruments from the halls of Montreal http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Gallery_Montreal_Guitar_Show_part_2.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 07 Aug 2009 16:41:00 GMT More photos from the Montreal Guitar Show http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/Gallery_Montreal_Guitar_Show_part_3.aspx Joe Coffey & Chris Burgess Fri, 07 Aug 2009 11:09:00 GMT Genre-bending guitarist David Grissom talks about his musical development, latest recordings, and developing his signature PRS. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/David_Grissom_Lone_Star_Guitar.aspx Michael Ross Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:04:00 GMT We have a bit of the history of this amazing pedal, perhaps one of the best kept secrets in the British guitar arsenal. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jan/The_Rangemaster.aspx Kenny Rardin Sat, 01 Aug 2009 08:43:00 GMT We talk with five producers who've done everything from metal and country to soul and blues about producing guitar-driven hits. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/5_Producers_You_Should_Listen_To.aspx Elianne Halbersberg Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:43:00 GMT Stan Jay and Jay Pilzer recount their experience with a mysterious Guild on PBS' History Detective show. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/History_Detectives_Journal_The_Josh_White_Guild_Mystery.aspx Stan Jay and Jay Pilzer Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:59:00 GMT A look at micro-amps from Marshall, Fender, Danelectro, Orange and Smokey http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Measuring_Up_Micro_Amps.aspx Rebecca Dirks and Chris Burgess Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:58:00 GMT Shadow NanoMAG, EMG ACS, Seymour Duncan MagMic, Fishman Humbucking, Fishman Blend, L.R. Baggs M1, and L.R. Baggs M1 Active are reviewed, with sound clips of each http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Soundhole_Pickup_Roundup_Shadow_EMG_Seymour_Duncan_Fishman_L_R_Baggs.aspx Pat Smith and Gayla Drake Paul Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:57:00 GMT A taste of some of the musical acts at SXSW '09 Austin, Texas: March 19-22 http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/South_by_Southwest_Keep_Austin_Loud.aspx Joe Coffey, Chris Kies and Arnold Wells Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:55:00 GMT To hear Ernie Boch Jr. talk – with a Boston accent and plenty of friendly colloquialisms – you’re reminded more of someone you could sit and have a beer with over the Red Sox game than a megamusical philanthropist http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/Driving_Music_Forward_a_Look_at_Ernie_Boch_Jr.aspx James Egolf and Rebecca Hay Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:53:00 GMT Updated information and statistics on the ever-present problem of musician hearing loss. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/The_Sound_of_Silence.aspx James Egolf and Rebecca Hay Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:52:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/The_Boston_Tone_Party.aspx James Egolf and Adam Moore Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:50:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Oct/Juniors_Voice_Change.aspx James Egolf and Adam Moore Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:50:00 GMT Join us as we talk gear, recording and tone with Mr. Scary, George Lynch. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/George_Lynch.aspx Chris Kies and Brett Petrusek Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:37:00 GMT A look at Beard Guitars, Crafters of Tennessee, Rayco Resophonics, S.B. MacDonald, and Terraplane Resonator Guitar Co. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/5_Resonator_Builders_You_Should_Meet.aspx Chris Kies and Adam Moore Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:35:00 GMT We talk to Jim Cara, Lee Garver, Lindy Fralin, Ken Warmoth and Sara Ray about what they do and what the term Hot Rod means to them http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/5_Hot_Rodders_You_Should_Meet.aspx Chris Kies and Adam Moore Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:35:00 GMT Santa Cruz makes a pre-war guitar in 2009 and we get to play with it http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Hands_On_With_Santa_Cruz_Guitar_Companys_1934_D.aspx Chris Burgess, Gayla Drake Paul and Pat Smith Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:34:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/Seymour_On_Seymour.aspx Brett Petrusek and Rebecca Dirks Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:33:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Apr/30th_Anniversary_Dallas_International_Guitar_Festival.aspx Adam Moore and Rebecca Hay Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:33:00 GMT The Gibson Custom Shop Fuses Personal Touches With History and Innovation http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Aug/A_Modern_History_of_the_Gibson_Custom_Shop.aspx Rebecca Hay and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:32:00 GMT Dave and Drew took some time out of their never-ending quest to talk to us about the Hollywood Vintage Room. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/Tending_to_History_the_Hollywood_Vintage_Room.aspx Rebecca Hay and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:31:00 GMT While many players today are familiar with G&L and their more famous models, like the ASAT, what some may not be aware of is G&L’s Custom Creations Department, developed in the late ‘90s to build limited edition instruments http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jun/Something_to_Look_Forward_to_G_L_Custom_Creations.aspx Rebecca Hay and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:30:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/May/PRS_Private_Stock.aspx Rebecca Hay and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:30:00 GMT The skinny on the rock and North Point Church http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jan/Ask_North_Point.aspx North Point Community Church Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:29:00 GMT It’s a long and winding road filled with trial and error, happy accidents, success and ultimately the thrill of the ride http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jun/The_Tone_Odyssey_Greg_Howes_Six_String_Journey.aspx Oscar Jordan Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:28:00 GMT Rick Eckhardt is a little bit country and a little bit rock n' roll -- and quite successful because of it. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/Music_City_Superman_An_Interview_With_Rich_Eckhardt.aspx Sean O'Bryan Smith Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:11:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Oct/Chattin_with_Mr_335.aspx Peter F. Sprague Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:02:00 GMT Diaries of the Mad Axemen: The Woodshed Chronicles of the Guitars of Randy Rhoads http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/The_Guitars_of_Randy_Rhoads.aspx Gerry Ganaden Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:58:00 GMT Our high-end cable roundup concludes with cables from Solid Cables, DiMarzio, Mogami, Zaolla, Evidence Elixir and more. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Guitar_Cable_Roundup_Part_Two.aspx Dan Berkowitz and Bob Goffstein Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:33:00 GMT The naysayers are dead wrong: quality cables DO make a difference http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Guitar_Cable_Roundup_Part_One.aspx Dan Berkowitz and Bob Goffstein Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:32:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/SRVs_Lenny.aspx Adam Moore and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:17:00 GMT And nothing is behind glass. No one is hovering over you. There are no signs warning you not to touch. You are left to enjoy the beauty of the instruments on your own. It was the definition of gear nirvana. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jun/Dave_Rogers_Collection.aspx Adam Moore and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:16:00 GMT A look inside the processes behind Taylor guitars http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Taylor_Made_an_Exclusive_Tour_Through_the_Taylor_Factory.aspx Adam Moore and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:16:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Feb/Right_Hand_Man_Ren_Martinez.aspx Adam Moore and James Egolf Wed, 22 Jul 2009 14:15:00 GMT To evaluate the state of the vintage guitar market, Adam interviews the Burst Brothers, experts on the subject. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/Interview_The_Burst_Brothers_on_Todays_Market.aspx Adam Moore Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:48:00 GMT At the vintage market’s peak, guitars were one of the sexiest investments around. Now, two years later and 30 percent lower, what’s in store for the vintage market? http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/After_the_Fall_The_State_of_the_Vintage_Guitar_Market.aspx Adam Moore Wed, 22 Jul 2009 10:22:00 GMT To help keep that prized guitar safe from drops and accidents, we review a number of strap locks and locking straps. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/Lock_Stock_and_Roll_Strap_Lock_Roundup.aspx Chris Kies Tue, 21 Jul 2009 14:10:00 GMT Bob Cianci takes us on an investigation into the culture surrounding the guitar in its most stripped-down, primal form - the homemade cigar box guitar. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Aug/Cigar_Box_Nation_The_Modern_Cult_of_the_Cigar_Box_Guitar.aspx Bob Cianci Tue, 21 Jul 2009 10:24:00 GMT Blues Statesman talks music and gear http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/Interview_Joe_Bonamassa.aspx Joe Coffey Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:46:00 GMT Blues Statesman talks music and gear http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/Interview_Joe_Bonamassa.aspx Joe Coffey Thu, 16 Jul 2009 08:46:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Premier_Collector_13_Gear_for_the_Working_Guitarist.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 24 Jun 2009 13:10:00 GMT Scott Bradoka's collection consists of over 120 highly-prized vintage and modern guitars. We look at 21 of his favorites. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Premier_Collector_12_Vintage_Grails_Boutique_Beauties.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:19:00 GMT Scott Bradoka's collection consists of over 120 highly-prized vintage and modern guitars. We look at 21 of his favorites. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/Premier_Collector_12_Vintage_Grails_Boutique_Beauties.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 23 Jun 2009 13:19:00 GMT A look alternative woods that luthiers use to build sustainably. We check out woods for tops, back and sides, fingerboards and bridges and see where species like bunya, katalox and "diaperwood" fit in. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Sustainable_Tone_The_Forest_and_the_Trees.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:52:00 GMT Jordan Wagner reports from Rock 'n' Roll Fantasy Camp with Steven Tyler in Hollywood http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Jordan_Goes_to_Camp_Rock_n_Roll_Fantasy_Camp_2009.aspx Jordan Wagner Thu, 18 Jun 2009 19:13:00 GMT Five inlay artists who will take your breath away: Harvey Leach, Larry Robinson, Judy Threet, David Petillo, and Tom Ellis http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/5_Inlay_Artists_You_Should_Meet.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:58:00 GMT A quick primer on Specimen Products and the Chicago School of Guitar Making http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Specimen_Products_The_Chicago_School_of_Guitar_Making.aspx Chris Burgess Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:04:00 GMT The talented luthier behind Pat Metheney's Pikasso guitar talks about design, inlay and building http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jul/Builder_Profile_Linda_Manzer.aspx Pat Smith Wed, 17 Jun 2009 06:59:00 GMT We've got the scoop from Goodsell, Soultone, Blackstar, Egnater, Red Iron and Bogner http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/New_Amps_from_the_L_A_Amp_Show.aspx Joe Coffey, Oscar Jordan and Chris Kies Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:30:00 GMT Third Time's the Charm for Six String Art Fundraiser http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Aug/Giant_Guitars_Rock_Cleveland_GuitarMania_Brings_Nine_Foot_Strats_to_the_Streets.aspx Rebecca Dirks Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:28:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/Doing_it_for_the_Kids_Music_for_Life_Alliance.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:27:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Amplified_Endeavors.aspx Adam Moore Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:26:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/New_Sound_Old_Guitar.aspx John Southern Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:26:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/Vintage_Bliss_A_Storytellers_Collection.aspx Peter F. Sprague Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:18:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Oct/Model_Behavior.aspx Roger Adler Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:15:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/May/The_Building_of_Peaveys_PG_Dallas_International_Guitar_Festival_Custom_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:14:00 GMT New material stellar http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/Pat_Metheny_Trio.aspx Joe Coffey Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:13:00 GMT New material stellar http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/Pat_Metheny_Trio.aspx Joe Coffey Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:13:00 GMT 14 Bands Rock Columbus http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Aug/Rock_on_the_Range.aspx Thu, 04 Jun 2009 07:12:00 GMT A look into the work of 5 Japanese-American builders: Toru Nittono, Tsuneyki “Tony” Yamamoto, Michihiro Matsuda and Hiro Miura, but we begin with Hideo Kamimoto http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/The_Shokunin_School_Blending_Art_Nature_and_Innovation.aspx Adam Hunt Thu, 28 May 2009 14:49:00 GMT A first-hand account of the Chicago School of Guitar Making's Tube Amp Building Seminar http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/Tube_Amp_Building_Seminar_Specimen_Chicago_School_of_Guitar_Making.aspx Chris Burgess Thu, 28 May 2009 13:59:00 GMT Rick Nielsen talks about his 5-neck Hamers, Cheap Trick, and memorable moments from the last 40 years http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/Rick_Nielsen_His_Checkered_Past.aspx Bob Cianci Fri, 22 May 2009 18:55:00 GMT The search for the vintage world's holy grail http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/The_Mysterious_Gibson_Moderne.aspx Bob Cianci Wed, 20 May 2009 13:58:00 GMT We talk with five pickup builders specializing in single coils: Pete Biltoft and Vintage Vibe Guitars, J.D. Prince of Van Zandt Pickups, Owen Duffy of O.C. Duff Pickups, Chris Kinman of Kinman Guitar Electrix, and Jerry Amalfitano of Amalfitano Pickups http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/5_Single_Coil_Pickup_Builders_You_Should_Know.aspx Adam Moore Tue, 19 May 2009 17:05:00 GMT Greg Koch is a killer player and clinician for Fender. He talk gear and gigs. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/Greg_Koch_Meeting_the_Gristle_Man.aspx Dirk Wacker Tue, 19 May 2009 15:48:00 GMT Tracing the evolution of the guitar world's biggest mystery: the Moderne http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jun/Gallery_Gibson_Moderne_Through_the_Ages.aspx Rebecca Dirks Mon, 18 May 2009 13:18:00 GMT Tracing the evolution of the guitar world's biggest mystery: the Moderne http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Gallery_Gibson_Moderne_Through_the_Ages.aspx Rebecca Dirks Mon, 18 May 2009 13:18:00 GMT Ron Johnson has an impressive collection of 12-string basses and more http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Premier_Collector_11_Unique_Custom_Basses.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 18 May 2009 10:53:00 GMT We go inside the twisted, decadent world of Steel Panther with an interview with guitarist Satchel http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Interview_Steel_Panthers_Satchel.aspx Oscar Jordan Thu, 07 May 2009 11:53:00 GMT The metal rockers talk about songwriting, gear and playing with their heroes http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Interview_Mastodons_Brent_Hinds_Bill_Kelliher.aspx Chris Kies Tue, 05 May 2009 10:26:00 GMT Have you heard the rumors that your wireless system won’t work come June, or that it will be illegal? We set the story straight. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Wireless_Systems_and_the_Digital_Conversion.aspx Adam Moore Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:04:00 GMT Richie Kotzen talks about his stripped-down signal chain and songwriting http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Interview_Richie_Kotzen.aspx Oscar Jordan Thu, 30 Apr 2009 08:02:00 GMT Steven Fryette recently sold the VHT brand, continuing his amps under the name Fryette. We talk about building VHT, letting it go, and where Fryette is headed. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/An_Interview_with_Steven_Fryette.aspx Chris Burgess Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:57:00 GMT Bill Hullett, former guitarist for Music City Tonight, sat down with Dirk Wacker to give us some insight into the life and times of a busy Nashville session player http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/Bill_Hullett_Music_City_Session_Man.aspx Dirk Wacker Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:33:00 GMT Nearly 50 years since its creation, the Marshall JTM45 remains both a relevant and near-perfect example of what a great rock ‘n’ roll tube amp should be. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/45_Degrees_of_Tone_The_JTM45_Roundup.aspx Steve Ouimette Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:57:00 GMT The Thin Lizzy guitarist discusses getting the gig and getting the tone, then and now. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Thin_Lizzys_Scott_Gorham_Rediscovery_Channeled.aspx Chris Kies Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:47:00 GMT The basics on how compressors and limiters work, and how to incorporate them in your music. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/The_Truth_About_Compressors_and_Limiters.aspx Glenn Feit Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:33:00 GMT How to make your Russian Big Muff Pi deliver tones from Queens of the Stone Age to David Gilmour http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Electro_Harmonix_Russian_Big_Muff_Pi_Pedal_Mods.aspx Brian Wampler Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:29:00 GMT An innovator in fret design, pickups and a master luthier, Phil Petillo shares his tips and experiences in this interview http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Phil_Petillo_Master_Luthier_Engineer_Scientist_Inventor.aspx Bob Cianci Mon, 20 Apr 2009 10:23:00 GMT An interview with jazz guitarist Martin Taylor http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Martin_Taylor_Beyond_Solo_Guitar.aspx Ray Matuza Mon, 20 Apr 2009 09:53:00 GMT More pictures from the floor of Musikmesse in Frankfurt http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/Musikmesse_in_Photos_Part_2.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:08:00 GMT More pictures from the floor of Musikmesse in Frankfurt http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Musikmesse_in_Photos_Part_2.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 15 Apr 2009 13:08:00 GMT A look at some of what we saw at Musikmesse in Frankfurt http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/Musikmesse_in_Photos_Part_1.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:35:00 GMT A look at some of what we saw at Musikmesse in Frankfurt http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/May/Musikmesse_in_Photos_Part_1.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:35:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:39:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:37:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/Premier_Clinic_powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:34:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Oct/Premier_Clinic_powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:27:00 GMT Greg has been able to hone his chops in a variety of situations, allowing him to develop the Zen-like ability to place the right note in exactly the right space, playing for the song rather than for attention http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Aug/Nashville_Cat_a_session_with_Greg_V.aspx James Egolf Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:53:00 GMT After interviewing Trevor Byers, Donald C. Cicchetti had the opportunity to put two of his amps through their paces. Here are his thoughts. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Aug/Playing_the_Byers_Amps_Cont.aspx Donald C. Cicchetti Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:51:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/Cars_and_Guitars.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:37:00 GMT From their humble beginnings to the newest products, we trace Mesa's history. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/A_Mesa_Boogie_History.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:34:00 GMT Harvesting Liquid Gardens http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/Interview_Levi_Chen.aspx Joe Coffey Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:09:00 GMT A sneak peek at the upcoming Premier Guitar Festivals - Boston event. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/The_Festivals_Are_Coming.aspx Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:52:00 GMT Hear audio clips from AmpliTude 2 and Guitar Rig 2 http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Oct/Modeling_Comes_Alive.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:46:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Oct/Southern_Gentleman_An_Interview_with_Paul_McGill.aspx Adam Moore Mon, 30 Mar 2009 12:12:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/August_Rush.aspx Rebecca Hay Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:59:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/The_Country_Jazzmaster_An_Interview_with_Steve_Trovato.aspx Josh Vittek Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:32:00 GMT A look inside Fender University http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/A_Day_at_Fender_U.aspx Oscar Jordan Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:23:00 GMT DIY computer speaker mod http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/The_5_Traveling_Practice_Amp.aspx Dirk Wacker Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:21:00 GMT The world of guitar competitions, explained by competition vets http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/Competition_Advice_All_You_Need_to_Know.aspx Rebecca Dirks Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:16:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/A_Bluesy_World_An_Interview_with_Duke_Robillard.aspx Brian D. Holland Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:12:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jan/The_Acoustic_Arts.aspx Adam Moore Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:15:00 GMT Reinventing the weekend warrior http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jan/CrossTalk_Brings_Rock_to_Worship.aspx Rebecca Dirks Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:09:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jan/Soul_Man.aspx Adam Moore Fri, 27 Mar 2009 15:04:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Feb/Boss_DS_1_Mods.aspx Brian Wampler Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:45:00 GMT A musician's guide for tax time http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Feb/Taxes_Tax_Deductions_for_Working_Musicians.aspx Peter Jason Riley, CPA Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:45:00 GMT A musician's guide for tax time http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/Taxes_Tax_Deductions_for_Working_Musicians.aspx Peter Jason Riley, CPA Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:45:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/Steve_Stevens_Interview_His_Solo_Album_and_His_Gear.aspx Brett Petrusek Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:24:00 GMT Theo Hartman's copies of classics come from careful testing and vintage parts... and maybe just a little bit of mojo. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/Theo_Hartman_Mojo_Agnostic.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:23:00 GMT B.B. King's sideman has a demanding job - but he loves every minute. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/Rhythm_of_the_King_An_Interview_With_Charles_Dennis.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:22:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/March_2008_New_Products_Just_Got_Back_From_NAMM_08.aspx Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:19:00 GMT We bring you inside the Taylor Road Show and Sweetwater's HQ http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/On_Location_Fort_Wayne_Indiana.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 27 Mar 2009 12:08:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/Stomp_Growl_and_Twang_Catfish_Keith_Interview.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:59:00 GMT Upstart builder quickly finds his niche: minimizing stompage http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/RJM_Music_Technology_Killing_the_Tap_Dance_One_Rig_at_a_Time.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:38:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/Runnin_Down_a_Dream_Mike_Campbell.aspx Tom Guerra Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:27:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/From_High_Tech_to_High_End_The_Story_of_the_Phoenix_Guitar_Company.aspx Rebecca Dirks Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:18:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/Beyond_the_Blues_Amp_Category_5_Amplification.aspx Rebecca Dirks Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:15:00 GMT Step inside the Amp Lounge for a chat with Bruce Egnater and business partner Frank Lamara http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Video_Egnater_Amplification_Behind_the_Scenes.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 27 Mar 2009 11:00:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Stickin_It_to_the_Man.aspx Dirk Wacker Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:57:00 GMT The second half of PG's stop in Chicago http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/On_Location_Chicago_IL_Part_II.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:54:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Let_Them_Build_It_and_They_Will_Come.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:50:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Don_t_Leave_Home_Without_It.aspx Chris Kies Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:47:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Close_Up_The_Honky_Tonk_A_Look_at_Pull_Strings.aspx James Egolf Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:43:00 GMT Need to see it to believe it? Here are some Chapman Stick videos for your enjoyment and wonder. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Chapman_Stick_Videos.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:36:00 GMT A look into Warr guitars through the eyes of their creator, Mark Warr, and their most prominent player, Trey Gunn. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Gunning_for_Warr.aspx Winston Barclay Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:15:00 GMT Hittin' the road to find guitar-related hotspots in the Chicago area http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/On_Location_Chicago_Illinois.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:06:00 GMT We take a look at the history of the whammy, from Bigsby to Fender, Floyd Rose and Kahler. A look at the origins of each major type of trem, and what each offers your playing. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/Trem_Wars_The_Whammy_Arms_Race.aspx Gerry Ganaden Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:15:00 GMT Video tour of the Taylor Guitar factory, led by Bob Taylor http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Taylor_Guitar_Factory_Tour_Videos.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:13:00 GMT Blues, rock, jazz and fingerstyle video lessons and tab for June. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:11:00 GMT Lace Music is continually evolving pickup technology. We talk Lace Sensors, Alumitones and more with Don and Jeff Lace. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Laced_with_Tone.aspx James Egolf Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:10:00 GMT This month Brittany sits down with famed director, John Sayles, who recently released his latest film "Honeydripper." The film revolves around the 20th century musical shift in the south from piano-based to guitar-heavy blues. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Honeydripper.aspx Brittany Hogendorn Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:08:00 GMT Just like the seasons, musicians come and go, but only mountains of their genre make a lasting effect. Leslie West has been in the business for more than half his life and takes a few moments to sit down and talk with Premier Guitar. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Hail_to_the_Mountain_King_an_interview_with_Leslie_West.aspx Bob Cianci Wed, 25 Mar 2009 15:05:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Video_Tour_Sammy_Ashs_Personal_Gear_Collection.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:41:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/Video_Tour_Sammy_Ashs_Personal_Gear_Collection.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:41:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:37:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Photos_from_the_New_York_Amp_Show.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:31:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/NYCs_West_48th_Street_Sammy_Ash_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:29:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/NYCs_West_48th_Street_Sammy_Ash_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:29:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/NYCs_West_48th_Street_Rudys_Music_Stop.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:26:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/NYCs_West_48th_Street_Rudys_Music_Stop.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:26:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/NYCs_West_48th_Street_Manny_s.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:23:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/NYCs_West_48th_Street_Manny_s.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:23:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Northwestern_Exposure_Marcus_Eaton_Interview.aspx Adam Moore Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:17:00 GMT Our video coverage of the New York Amp Show currently features demos from 18 manufacturers http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/New_York_Amp_Show_Videos.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:13:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/175_and_Counting_Martins_175th_Anniversary.aspx Rebecca Dirks Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:00:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/18_Mics_You_Should_Meet.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:47:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/On_Location_New_York_City.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:45:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jun/On_Location_New_York_City.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:45:00 GMT We take you step-by-step through the process of building a Martin guitar. Also, see and hear famous Martins in the company's museum http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Inside_the_Martin_Factory_and_Museum.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:43:00 GMT Making a mark in the crowded high-end cable marketplace http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Accusound_Cables_Finding_the_Right_Balance.aspx Joe Coffey Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:41:00 GMT Bringing back classic shapes and building techniques http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Builder_Profile_Santa_Cruz_Cuts_to_the_Chase.aspx Joe Coffey Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:39:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/The_Pickup_King_A_Video_Interview_with_Seymour_Duncan.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:29:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/The_Pickup_Game.aspx Kenny Rardin Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:09:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/The_Devil_Knows_My_Name_An_Interview_with_John_5.aspx Adam Moore Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:05:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/Switch_Hitter_An_Interview_with_Burkhard_G_Lehle.aspx Dirk Wacker Wed, 25 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:57:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/August_2008_New_Products_Summer_NAMM_Wrap_Up.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:54:00 GMT Inside the minds of the organizers of the world's largest pedalboard http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/The_Maniacs_Behind_the_Worlds_Largest_Pedalboard.aspx Adam Moore Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:19:00 GMT TC Electronic's Nova line returns the company to its guitar-centric roots. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/TC_Electronics_Nova_Series_Hits_the_Floor.aspx Joe Coffey Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:18:00 GMT All-Access Tour of the PRS Factory http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/How_to_Build_a_PRS_Guitar.aspx Joe Coffey Wed, 25 Mar 2009 12:17:00 GMT Step Into the World of George Lynch http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/PG_Experience_Exclusive_George_Lynch_Videos.aspx Joe Coffey Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:54:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/Interview_Slash_Talks_Gear_and_Guitarists.aspx Steven Rosen Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:52:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:46:00 GMT Keeping the Voodoo Alive in Scandinavia http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/The_Swedish_Hendrix_Experience.aspx Winston Barclay Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:33:00 GMT A story of friendship and Dimebag's famous "Dean from Hell" ML http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Dimebags_Dean_of_Destiny.aspx Chris Kies Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:30:00 GMT An inside look at the monthly Bass Brunch in NYC http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Zen_the_Art_of_Bass_Tone.aspx Mike Visceglia Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:50:00 GMT An interview with Saturday Night Live's guitarist, Jared Scharff http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Live_from_L_A_SNLs_Jared_Scharff.aspx James Egolf Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:46:00 GMT Can James finish his guitar without blowing his budget? http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Building_an_Esquire_for_Under_a_Grand.aspx James Egolf Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:45:00 GMT Five licks from M.A.B. to get you shredding http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/5_Licks_with_Michael_Angelo_Batio.aspx Jeff Beasley Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:44:00 GMT Mark Campellone explains what its like to build quality, handmade archtop guitars http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/To_Make_the_Wood_Sing.aspx Jim Bastian Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:37:00 GMT A hub for this month's TrueFire lessons http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:33:00 GMT We sit down and talk slidin' Strats, playing with Clapton and southern influences with none other than Sonny Landreth http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/Playing_Behind_the_Slide_An_Interview_with_Sonny_Landreth.aspx Brian D. Holland Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:30:00 GMT We take a closer look at the company that won best in show at Nashville during this year's summer NAMM show. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/Hands_On_With_The_Moog_Guitar.aspx Michael Ross Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:22:00 GMT An up close and personal look at Johnny Winter's 1963 Firebird V http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/Gibsons_Johnny_Winter_1963_Firebird_V.aspx Aaron Farrier Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:16:00 GMT The untold story of Ren Ferguson and his unforgettable flattop guitars. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/Big_Sky_Builder.aspx John Southern Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:09:00 GMT Marc Rizzo talks about his crazy touring schedule, practicing hard and his rig http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/Interview_Marc_Rizzo.aspx Oscar Jordan Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:41:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/The_Wild_and_Wacky_World_of_Collectible_Effects.aspx Tom Hughes Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:56:00 GMT An interview with Roger McGuinn, with notes from Rickenbacker's John Hall and the Byrds' Chris Hillman http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/Roger_McGuinn_Rickenbackers_Martins_Byrds.aspx Bob Cianci Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:54:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/Return_of_a_Legend_Does_the_VG_99_Live_Up_to_the_GR_300.aspx Wayne Joness Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:51:00 GMT Joe Coffey's back from Experience PRS with the lowdown on their new guitars and, yes, amps http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/Are_You_Experienced_New_Guitars_and_Amps_from_PRS.aspx Joe Coffey Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:34:00 GMT Your guide to the best-reviewed gear this year. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/The_Best_of_2008.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:18:00 GMT Premier Guitar's Premier Gear Awards salute this year's outstanding gear in 12 categories http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/2008_Premier_Gear_Awards.aspx Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:16:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/The_Spectrum_of_Plectrum.aspx Chris Burgess Mon, 23 Mar 2009 16:09:00 GMT Jason Lollar talks about all things pickups, from potting to P-90s and beyond in this extended interview, exclusive to premierguitar.com http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/Jason_Lollar_The_Pickup_Artist.aspx Adam Moore Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:59:00 GMT An inside look at Gallagher Guitar's Guitar Shop http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/Bluegrass_Authenticity_Gallagher_Guitars.aspx John Cook Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:56:00 GMT Lending an amp to Chuck Berry could be a dream come true... or a nightmare. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/My_Amps_Date_With_Chuck_Berry.aspx John Southern Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:38:00 GMT Learn how to make a Stingray clone for under $200 http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/Building_A_Stingray_Clone_on_the_Cheap.aspx Dan Berkowitz Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:36:00 GMT Eight new lessons in rock, blues, acoustic and jazz. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/Premier_Clinic_April_09.aspx Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:12:00 GMT Inside the tribute concert for Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/50_Winters_Later_A_Tribute_to_Buddy_Holly_Ritchie_Valens_and_the_Big_Bopper.aspx Joe Coffey Tue, 17 Mar 2009 15:01:00 GMT Adrian Belew talks about his early career, his new project and his gear, including his signature Parker Fly Deluxe http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/Talking_Guitar_An_Interview_with_Adrian_Belew.aspx Jordan Wagner Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:37:00 GMT Nip microphonic pickups in the bud and dispose of those smelly gift candles in one fell swoop. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/How_To_Pot_Your_Own_Pickups.aspx Art Bryon Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:27:00 GMT Rush's Alex Lifeson on his return to Gibson, emotional attachment to gear, and his epic gearbox. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Apr/Interview_Alex_Lifeson.aspx Max Mobley Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:27:00 GMT Both a tonehound and a great player, John Prestia has found his niche in Nashville as guitar tech for Tim McGraw. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/John_Prestia_Behind_the_Scenes_in_Nashville.aspx Mike Broward Thu, 05 Mar 2009 11:48:00 GMT This tone tweaker has a bevy of Gibson Custom Reissues, hand-built Strats and Marshall Amps http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/Premier_Collector_2_Gibson_Customs_and_Modded_Marshalls.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:17:00 GMT Our first Premier Collector has a slew of Kramers, along with Gibson RDs, Charvel Surfcasters, Kents and more! http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Premier_Collector_1_Kramers_Coronados_More.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:17:00 GMT Five Fender amps from the sixties and seventies, and 15 vintage and newer guitars make Lorne Sheaves' collection. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/Premier_Collector_3_Vintage_Fender_Amps_and_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:16:00 GMT Upwards of 50 guitars -- some of which are so unique you have to see them to believe it. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/Premier_Collector_4_Oddballs.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:16:00 GMT Alan Keith loves his '58 Les Paul so much, he built it a room of its own http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Aug/Premier_Collector_5_The_Vintage_Room.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:16:00 GMT Roger Jackson builds his own Strats and loves Fender amps, but gives Gibson a fair shake as well http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Premier_Collector_6_Custom_Built_Strats_and_Fender_Tube_Amps.aspx Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:15:00 GMT Inspired to play by a Martin D12-28 http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Premier_Collector_7_Martins_and_More.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:15:00 GMT Clean, pristine sixties Jags, Jazzmasters and Strats http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Premier_Collector_8_Vintage_Strats_and_Custom_Colors.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:15:00 GMT A bevy of Valley Arts for your perusal http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Premier_Collector_9_Pre_Gibson_Pre_Samick_Valley_Arts.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:15:00 GMT Famed TV and film composer Kevin Kiner shares his diverse collection of guitars and other stringed instruments http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/Premier_Collector_10_One_of_Everything.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:14:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/Boss_BD_2_Mods.aspx Brian Wampler Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:33:00 GMT Mods that will take your MXR Distortion Plus to a bigger, meaner level http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/MXR_Distortion_Plus_Mods.aspx Brian Wampler Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:27:00 GMT We trace the evolution of Way Huge with Jeorge Tripps http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/Jeorge_Tripps_The_Mind_Behind_Way_Huge.aspx Jordan Wagner Wed, 25 Feb 2009 09:08:00 GMT From $99 to $4000, we look at 18 tools for micing your cab. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/18_Cab_Mics_You_Should_Meet.aspx Rich Tozzoli and Pete Moshay Mon, 23 Feb 2009 08:24:00 GMT A look at how attenuators can play a major role in your rig. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/Quiet_Please_Attenuators_and_Their_Many_Uses.aspx Steve Ouimette Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:42:00 GMT A look into five different studio setups that might change the way you think about recording. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/5_Studio_Setups_You_Should_Know_About.aspx Bobby Frasier Chris Kies Chris Burgess Joe Coffey Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:24:00 GMT A look at 10 digital recorders that'll make your life a lot easier http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/10_Best_Digital_Recorders_for_Guitarists.aspx Joe Coffey Tue, 17 Feb 2009 09:11:00 GMT Eight new lessons to get your chops in shape for spring. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/Premier_Clinic_March_09.aspx Mon, 16 Feb 2009 10:47:00 GMT Nils Lofgren has enjoyed just about any musical experience imaginable, from Bruce Springsteen and Neil Young's bands to his own solo work. We talk about his extraordinary career and gear. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/Nils_Lofgren_Interview.aspx Bob Cianci Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:48:00 GMT The history, usage and appeal of ribbon mics http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Mar/Ribbon_Microphones_101.aspx Frank Malitz Fri, 13 Feb 2009 15:01:00 GMT Performance Guitar has served rockers since the sixties, from Frank Zappa to Warren DeMartini http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/Hot_Rodder_to_the_Stars_Inside_Performance_Guitar.aspx Oscar Jordan Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:23:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/Artist_Profile_Damir_Simic_Shime.aspx David Konow Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:46:00 GMT FluxTone's Steve Carey explains how their Variable Magnetic Technology allows you to retain your tone (and your relationships) when turning your amp down. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/_Why_Can_t_You_Turn_That_Down_An_Interview_with_Steve_Carey_of_FluxTone.aspx Chris Burgess Tue, 20 Jan 2009 10:21:00 GMT Dave Hunter gets down to business with the tone generating clan of tubes: output tubes. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/Everything_You_Ever_Wanted_to_Know_About_Output_Tubes.aspx Dave Hunter Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:22:00 GMT Chris Duarte lives in the shadows of giants— constantly compared to SRV and Jimi. He sat down with us to talk about his gear and who he really is. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/Out_Front_With_Chris_Duarte.aspx Adam Moore Tue, 13 Jan 2009 23:44:00 GMT February's Premier Clinic rock, blues, jazz and acoustic lessons http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/Premier_Clinic_February_09.aspx Tue, 13 Jan 2009 23:08:00 GMT As the modern custom shop comes full circle with its hot rod beginnings, we take a look at the movement’s early years. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/The_Return_of_the_Hot_Rod_Guitar.aspx Gerry Ganaden Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:51:00 GMT The Telstar combines the best of a Strat and Tele with great success. We talk to the builders and designers at Destroy All Guitars. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Feb/When_Craft_Becomes_Art_The_Destroy_All_Guitars_Telstar.aspx Brandon Brinson Tue, 13 Jan 2009 22:46:00 GMT Dave Hunter kicks off a two-part primer on tubes with some general history on our glowing glass friends and an in-depth look at preamp tubes. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Everything_You_Ever_Wanted_to_Know_About_Preamp_Tubes.aspx Dave Hunter Fri, 02 Jan 2009 11:38:00 GMT The man behind the tones of Jimi, Beck, Page and countless other Octavia users talks about the past and future of effects. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Roger_and_Me_A_conversation_with_Roger_Mayer.aspx Adam Moore Fri, 02 Jan 2009 11:37:00 GMT Hartley Peavey discusses Peavey's history, their new amp custom shop and modeling ventures, and his contemporary Jim Marshall. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Inside_Peavey_An_Interview_With_Hartley_Peavey.aspx Joe Coffey Sat, 20 Dec 2008 09:36:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Premier_Clinic_January_09.aspx Wed, 17 Dec 2008 11:49:00 GMT Vox aficionado Jim Elyea talks about his journey in producing the most complete reference for JMI-era Vox amps ever made. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Vox_Amplifiers_The_JMI_Years.aspx Chris Burgess Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:02:00 GMT Yngwie talks about going old-school on Perpetual Flame and his new Fender Custom Shop "Play Loud" Strat http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Interview_Yngwie_Malmsteen_on_His_New_Album_Guitar.aspx Oscar Jordan Tue, 16 Dec 2008 10:01:00 GMT Tom Morello has made a name for himself with huge acts Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave. Now, he’s touring solo as The Nightwatchman, his political and artistic outlet. We talk about how he covers all his bases with a stripped-down rig. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Tom_Morello_Interview.aspx Chris Kies Mon, 15 Dec 2008 14:06:00 GMT Carl Verheyen is a guitar chameleon whose whose adaptability puts him in high demand has made him in high demand for everything from TV commercials to major recordings. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/Carl_Verheyen_Interview.aspx Oscar Jordan Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:01:00 GMT We talk to Ron Kirn, Rick Kelly, Chihoe Hahn, Bill Crook and Jay Monterose about building boutique Tele-style guitars. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2009/Jan/5_Tele_Style_Builders_You_Should_Know.aspx Adam Moore Mon, 15 Dec 2008 08:59:00 GMT Nashville's living legend keeps his fingers movin'. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/Forever_Young_Reggie_Young.aspx Dirk Wacker Tue, 09 Dec 2008 12:05:00 GMT Angus Clark talks about the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and all things gear http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/Angus_Clark_Interview.aspx Adam Moore Wed, 03 Dec 2008 12:47:00 GMT Jimmy Buffett’s lead player talks about his gig and his rig http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Dec/Peter_Mayer_Interview.aspx Joe Coffey Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:00:00 GMT Build Your Own Clone leads the DIY stompbox revolution http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Nov/The_Cloned_Theory_Inside_Build_Your_Own_Clone.aspx Adam Moore Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:13:00 GMT Adam Moore sits down with the man behind the Talladega and other great Hamer guitars, Jol Dantzig http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Oct/The_Tao_of_Jol.aspx Adam Moore Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:44:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jul/Acoustic_Simplicity.aspx Chris Kies Tue, 02 Sep 2008 07:00:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Feb/The_BluesBreaker_Revisited.aspx John Wiley Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:01:00 GMT How Bruce Egnater and his loyal crew are redefining boutique http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Sep/Berkley_Rock_City.aspx Joe Coffey Fri, 15 Aug 2008 10:44:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jan/Ten_Years_After_celebrating_a_decade_of_Suhr_Guitars.aspx James Egolf Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:24:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/May/Industrial_Light_Music_Inside_LightWave_Systems_and_the_Optical_Pickup.aspx Adam Moore Fri, 25 Apr 2008 14:21:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/The_Tone_Checklist_Eight_Steps_to_Tone.aspx John Cook Sat, 05 Apr 2008 14:18:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/Sandwiched_Tops.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:20:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/The_Best_of_07.aspx Thu, 20 Mar 2008 13:22:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/Out_of_the_Abyss_The_Story_of_Abyss_Rise_to_Kevin_L_Pederson_Guitars.aspx Adam Moore Mon, 17 Mar 2008 20:27:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/All_Star_Guitar_Night_David_Grissom.aspx Mon, 17 Mar 2008 11:48:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Apr/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Tue, 11 Mar 2008 11:42:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Feb/Pickguards_Nitro_Inside_PRS_the_Mira_and_the_DGT.aspx James Egolf Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:19:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/One_With_Everything_The_Story_of_the_Stereo_Memory_Man_with_Hazarai.aspx James Egolf Thu, 14 Feb 2008 09:42:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/All_Star_Guitar_Night_Rusty_Cooley.aspx Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:08:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/All_Star_Guitar_Night_Pete_Anderson.aspx Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:05:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/All_Star_Guitar_Night_Ladd_Smith.aspx Mon, 11 Feb 2008 11:02:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Mar/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Mon, 11 Feb 2008 10:41:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jan/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Mon, 14 Jan 2008 09:04:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Feb/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Mon, 14 Jan 2008 08:56:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2008/Jan/Joyful_Noise_or_how_the_church_learned_to_stop_worrying_and_love_Rock_n_Roll.aspx Adam Moore Tue, 08 Jan 2008 13:11:00 GMT Old and new Boogies, we get the scoop from Petaluma. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Sep/Mesa_Boogie_Born_to_Boogie.aspx James Egolf Wed, 05 Dec 2007 15:48:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/May/The_Amp_Quest_part_2.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Wed, 21 Nov 2007 02:26:00 GMT New Amps on the Block: The Sound of History and Innovation http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Aug/Building_on_Tradition_an_introduction_to_Trevor_Byers_and_his_amps.aspx Donald C. Cicchetti Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:48:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Apr/The_Amp_Quest_part_1.aspx Gayla Drake Paul Sun, 18 Nov 2007 09:49:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Fri, 16 Nov 2007 06:39:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/Anabolic_Rock.aspx Jim McGorman Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:23:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Dec/Premier_Clinic_Powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Tue, 13 Nov 2007 12:18:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Nov/Don_t_Call_It_A_Comeback_Gary_Kramer_Guitars.aspx Adam Moore Tue, 13 Nov 2007 09:40:00 GMT Despite being a small shop, Abyss offers the highest level of customization in their guitars, willing to change any detail to best suit the needs of each individual customer. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Apr/Abyss_Guitars.aspx Rebecca Hay Thu, 08 Nov 2007 10:45:00 GMT Bob Taylor, founder and president of Taylor Guitars, has always been a pioneer in the guitar industry. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/Flying_Solo_Taylor_Guitars_individual_quest_to_save_wood.aspx Rebecca Hay Sat, 20 Oct 2007 09:10:00 GMT When you are talking about modern country music and signature Telecaster tone, you are talking about Brent Mason http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/May/Brent_Mason_Interview.aspx Dirk Wacker Wed, 17 Oct 2007 17:17:00 GMT As the revolution of small boutique luthiers continues to evolve, Premier Guitar is honored to review the new Earlewood model from JET Guitars. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Mar/Product_Review_Jet_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 02 Oct 2007 11:44:00 GMT It’s important to know yourself and your playing abilities, to know the situation you’ll be playing in and to remember to not overplay once you get to your audition http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/May/How_to_Get_the_Gig_part_2.aspx Jim McGorman Wed, 05 Sep 2007 17:42:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Aug/Premier_Clinic_powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Thu, 26 Jul 2007 09:12:00 GMT The wood so crucial for the incredible range of sounds available exclusively from a high quality guitar is, in many cases, facing imminent extinction. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/Going_Green_The_Guitar_Industry_Plans_for_the_Future.aspx Rebecca Hay Thu, 05 Jul 2007 17:50:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/Premier_Clinic_powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Tue, 03 Jul 2007 21:00:00 GMT Chris Martin, CEO of Martin & Co., heads a company with the most celebrated history in the landscape of luthiery. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/History_Faces_The_Future_Martin_Co_brings_alternatives_to_an_audience_expecting_tradition.aspx Rebecca Hay Tue, 03 Jul 2007 20:59:00 GMT Though there are many, many factors that contribute to the sound of an individual guitar besides the wood, the woods used in a guitar are probably the most discussed component of the instrument, and they are probably the most misunderstood. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/New_Woods_on_the_Block_Exploring_Alternative_Tonewoods.aspx Chris Herrod Tue, 03 Jul 2007 20:59:00 GMT The latest round of private equity activity meant that it was only a matter of time before the guitar industry would become involved. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/Guitar_Center_Agrees_to_Buyout.aspx Adam Moore Tue, 03 Jul 2007 20:58:00 GMT The patent process can seem daunting to the unskilled, but this month we’ll be exploring some of the basic steps in obtaining a United States patent through the United States Patent and Trademark Office. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jul/General_Patent_Marching_Orders_on_the_Patent_Process_From_Start_to_Finish.aspx Jeff Babicz Tue, 03 Jul 2007 20:57:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jun/Premier_Clinic_powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Mon, 21 May 2007 16:06:00 GMT The 2007 Dallas International Guitar Festival was proof positive that things are indeed bigger in Texas http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jun/Dallas_International_Guitar_Festival_A_2007_Wrap_Up.aspx JAMES EGOLF Thu, 17 May 2007 23:36:00 GMT Electro-Harmonix effects have been known for many things: great value, amazing tone and somewhat delicate cases. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Mar/Pedal_Showcase_Electro_Harmonix_XO_Series.aspx James Egolf Fri, 11 May 2007 09:20:00 GMT For many musicians, Peavey has always been involved with our music making, in one way or another. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Feb/Peavey_Custom_Shop.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 10 May 2007 15:16:00 GMT The Tiny Terror is 100% indicative of what its name implies. It’s both tiny and a terror, class A style. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jan/Orange_Tiny_Terror.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 10 May 2007 15:01:00 GMT I am one of the most fortunate musicians in Los Angeles, and I am very lucky to have landed most of the gigs I’ve wanted http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Apr/How_to_Get_the_Gig_part_1.aspx Jim McGorman Wed, 09 May 2007 11:37:00 GMT When I checked my voicemail that early September day, I was shocked to hear that smokey, distinctive voice. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Feb/From_The_Paul_Stanley_Tour_Living_the_Dream.aspx Jim McGorman Wed, 09 May 2007 09:39:00 GMT We caught up with guitarists Keith Nelson and Stevie D in the middle of their tour to talk about their unique sound and the gear that makes it happen http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Apr/Buckcherry.aspx Adam Moore Tue, 08 May 2007 14:51:00 GMT A lot of players know Höfner for their distinctive basses, but what’s one thing our readers should know about your instruments? http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Mar/120th_Anniversary_H_fner.aspx Adam Moore Fri, 04 May 2007 12:09:00 GMT http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/May/Premier_Clinic_powered_by_TrueFire.aspx Thu, 03 May 2007 14:59:00 GMT The idea that virtuoso players can play “anything” without really thinking about it is a fantasy. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Feb/Unlocking_the_Secrets_of_Shred.aspx Troy Grady Mon, 19 Mar 2007 14:12:00 GMT Dave Amato is a musician with incredible range; he’s played with everyone from Ted Nugent and Richie Sambora to Cher and Kim Carnes en route to his current gig with the legendary REO Speedwagon. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jan/Rollin_with_the_Changes.aspx Adam Moore Mon, 19 Mar 2007 13:10:00 GMT Interestingly enough, unlike many things in life, the older our guitars get, the more attractive they become to us. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Jan/Solidbody_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 19 Mar 2007 11:49:00 GMT It’s Monday morning and I’m on a plane from LA back to NYC. The 2007 NAMM show was incredible. http://magazine.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/2007/Mar/From_the_Show_NAMM_07_Wrap_Up.aspx Ken Volpe Fri, 16 Mar 2007 15:18:00 GMT