http://www.premierguitar.com This is the syndication feed of Daily News from PremierGuitar.com. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Markbass_Announces_2012_Product_Line.aspx Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Electronic_Announces_the_Dreamscape_John_Petrucci_Signature_Pedal.aspx Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/B_C_Rich_Custom_Shop_Announces_the_new_Bich_10_Supreme.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Introduces_the_Shred_Les_Paul_Studio_and_the_SG_Diablo_Tremolo.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Lotus_Pedal_Designs_Introduces_the_Desire_Boost_Pedal.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VOX_Announces_the_AC4HW1_and_TB18C1.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT VOX Brings Back Custom 1963 Styling with Blue Vinyl http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VOX_Introduces_the_New_Blue_Vinyl_Amps.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT This handwired Wah pedal pays homage to the original Wah Wah pedal, first introduced by VOX in the 1960s. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VOX_Introduces_the_V846_HW_Wah_Wah_Pedal.aspx Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VHT_Introduces_The_Special_12_20RT.aspx Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The HT-Metal has two ultra-high gain channels and offers cascaded tube gain stages and authentic tube amp response. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Blackstar_Introduces_HT_Metal_Pedal.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Similar in style, the Luke III exhibits a broader, more defined tone while retaining the familiar shape and feel as the original Luke model. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ernie_Ball_Announces_the_Music_Man_Luke_III.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ernie_Ball_Announces_the_New_Cobalt_Slinkys_and_the_Everlast_Acoustic_Strings.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The JP12 is the newest collaborative effort between John Petrucci and the Music Man research and development team. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ernie_Ball_Introduces_the_Music_Man_JP12.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT A simple strum reveals the current tuning status of all strings simultaneously, saving time and effort for convenient tuning. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Korg_Announces_the_New_Pitchblack_Poly_Pedal_Tuner.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The SLS Collection is all about options, and the standard models are available with the player’s choice of pickups. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Schecter_Introduces_the_Blackjack_SLS_Guitars.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The AGA30 acoustic amp shares many of the features of the current AGA70 and AGA150, and provides 30 Watts of power, while the AGA4-AT is a 4-Watt, Class A, all-tube acoustic amp. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Vox_Adds_AGA30_and_AGA4_AT_to_Its_Acoustic_Amplification_Line.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT DelayLab combines a wide array of modeled delay effects with multi-mode stereo looping and complete expressive control of all the delay parameters. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VOX_Announces_the_New_DelayLab_Delay_Pedal.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Walden_Guitars_Introduces_4_New_Acoustic_Guitars.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Edge Activator HD is 100% analog circuitry, has a high-headroom preamp and expanded features and versatility, and a constant volume continuous wet/dry blend capability between two internal channels. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Daring_Audio_Introduces_The_Edge_Activator_HD.aspx Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Freekish_Blues_Introduces_the_Alpha_Drive_II_Red_Dot_and_the_Alpha_Drive_II_Standard.aspx Mon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT NAMM Day 4 Photos http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/GALLERY_NAMM_2012_Day_4.aspx Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Black_Cat_Introduces_the_New_Wee_Buzz.aspx Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The classic body shape still delivers the sweetness and ideal tonal blend characteristic to slope shoulder guitars, but the longer scale gives it just a touch more volume to help cut through the mix. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Recording_King_Introduces_the_Updated_Century_Jubilee_Series_Slope_Shoulder_Guitars.aspx Sat, 21 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Carvin’s new Legacy III combines the best aspects of the Legacy I and Legacy II, in a compact chassis that’s lightweight and easily transportable. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Carvin_Announces_the_New_Steve_Vai_Legacy_III_Amp.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT Hand-wired and assembled in the U.S.A. using the most premium components available, the Heritage R-12R offers the authentic tube-driven reverb and smooth tremolo that made the original one of the most revered guitar combos ever. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ampeg_Announces_the_Heritage_R_12R_Reverberocket_Tube_Guitar_Combo.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Ampeg is doubling the number sold for 2012 and will be shipping worldwide. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ampeg_Announces_the_Return_of_the_Limited_Edition_Heritage_B_15.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Offering the undeniable vibe of the revered SVT in a size more befitting a living room than a stadium, the Micro-CL Stack is the perfect entry point into the world of Ampeg. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ampeg_Introduces_the_Micro_CL_Stack.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The original nickel-plated Elixir Strings for bass, now have improved tone, feel and flexibility. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Elixir_Strings_Introduces_New_Stainless_Steel_and_Improved_Nickel_Plated_Coated_Bass_Strings.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The richly resonant Rancher first appeared in the early 1950s with its triangular sound hole and sweepingly elegant pickguard, and Gretsch is now re-introducing the model. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gretsch_Reintroduces_Rancher_Acoustic_Guitars_with_5_New_Models.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The tenor ukulele, designed by Willie K and Avi Rohen, features a body made exclusively from beautiful Hawaiian koa. It is a 5 string ukulele with a low G string, allowing a pure Hawaiian sound. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Oscar_Schmidt_Introduces_Uncle_Willie_Ks_New_Signature_Ukulele.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Parker_Guitars_Introduces_the_new_Maxx_Fly_7_String_and_Maxx_Fly_Bass.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT In the spirit of one of the most famous “lost” guitars in history, the Greenwich Village has loads of vintage vibe and tone. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Recording_King_Introduces_the_New_Greenwich_Village_Guitar.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Washburn_Announces_3_New_Hollowbody_Guitars.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Washburn_Introduces_the_Fretless_Model_of_Stu_Hamms_Signiture_Bass_and_the_Stu_Hamm_Electric_Bass_Series.aspx Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The uncovered 59/09 pickups are being updated with new, contoured bobbins that arc with the strings for a more spread out, open tone. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/2012_PRS_Custom_24_Refined_with_Addition_of_New_Contoured_Pickup_Bobbins.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Parker ATDF842 MaxxFly is the first guitar to integrate the full range of Auto-Tune For Guitar features in a state-of-the art electric guitar. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Antares_and_Parker_Launch_Auto_Tune_MaxxFly_Guitar.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Peavey AT-200 utilizes Auto-Tune for Guitar to work behind the scenes to bring the clarity of perfect pitch to a quality instrument in an unobtrusive manner. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Antares_and_Peavey_Launch_the_Peavey_AT_200_Auto_Tune_Guitar.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT With its ultra-precise tuning accuracy and stylish, compact, and durable design, the TU-10 is a must-have addition to any case or gig bag. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/BOSS_Announces_the_New_TU_10_Clip_On_Chromatic_Tuner.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/BOSS_Introduces_the_New_GT_100_Amp_Effects_Processor.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Catalinbread_Announces_3_New_Pedals_the_Custom_Shop_Fuzz_Flowers.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Earthquaker_Devices_Introduces_the_Organizer_and_the_Tone_Job_Pedals.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The two amps resemble the esoteric finds you might discover in a pawnshop or second-hand store, and make for the most distinctive addition to any musician’s collection. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Pawn_Shop_Special_Ampifiers.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT With a very responsive feel and open tone, TUSQ Picks enhance playability by generating tones right at the hit of each stroke. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Graph_Tech_Guitar_Labs_Announces_the_New_TUSQ_Picks.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/La_Bella_Strings_Adds_4_New_Electric_Bass_Guitar_Sets_to_the_Super_Alloy_52_Series.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT A PRS pickup system will be an added option on the SE Angelus models in 2012, highlighting the instruments’ rich, resonant, and responsive tone. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Adds_Pickup_Option_to_SE_Angelus_Acoustic_Models.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Signature Artists Include Dave Navarro, Orianthi, Nick Catanese, Chris Henderson, Neal Schon, and Cody Kilby http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Announces_New_Limited_Edition_Artist_Model_Guitars_for_2012.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT This once Private Stock Limited Edition is now available via a 400 piece core production run. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Announces_the_Signature_Limited_Production_Run.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The P22 comes standard with a figured maple top, mahogany back, mahogany neck with a 22 fret rosewood fingerboard, and a redesigned PRS/LR Baggs piezo system. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Introduces_Their_First_Piezo_Equipped_Solidbody_Instrument_The_P22.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The popular SE model will receive a beveled top carve, more reminiscent of PRS Guitars’ original Custom 24 model. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_SE_Custom_Gets_a_New_Look_and_Enhanced_Switching_for_2012.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The LO-215 and 216 from The Loar are unique flat top offerings that give players the chance to sample everything great about a small body instrument, but still benefit from the extra volume of a longer scale. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Loar_Introduces_the_new_LO_215_and_216_Guitars.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The app brings George Harrison's private guitar collection to life through photographs, detailed descriptions, audio, and video footage. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/BANDWDTH_Publishing_Announces_The_Guitar_Collection_George_Harrison_iPad_App.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/C_F_Martin_Co_Announces_the_New_00_45SC_John_Mayer_Edition.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/D_Addario_Announces_the_New_Nylon_Tapewound_Strings_and_XL_Pure_Nickel_Electric_Guitar_Strings.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Artists and retailers can log in and view the easy-to-use online custom pick shop. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/D_Addario_Launches_the_New_Build_a_Pick_Program.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The HT6 FastTune app enables those devices to function as a polyphonic tuner, letting guitar and bass players tune all their strings at once. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/HardWire_Announces_the_New_HT6_FastTuneTuner_App.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Offering almost limitless sonic possibilities, the iStomp connects to an iPod Touch, iPhone, or iPad enabling musicians to load the effect of their choice into the iStomp. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/HARMANs_DigiTech_Introduces_the_New_iStomp_Pedal.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT These amps are all tube hand wired guitar amplifiers that offer power and flexibility in a package that is just 14” wide. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jackson_Ampworks_Introduces_4_New_Amplifiers_at_NAMM_2012.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Panther Delay utilizes a 100% analog signal path and 3205 bucket brigade chip sets and can be controlled by the internal tap-tempo or an external tap tempo pedal. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/JHS_Pedals_Announces_the_New_Panther_Analog_Tap_Tempo_Delay_Pedal.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Planet_Waves_Announces_the_New_Cellu_Glo_Picks.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Planet_Waves_Introduces_the_American_Stage_Cables.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The i-JAM 3-n-1 is a three-in-one smart phone solution, ideal for every electric instrument player. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/RapcoHorizon_Introduces_the_New_i_JAM_3_n_1_Smart_Phone_Interface.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT 13-Pin Output Supports Roland Guitar Synths and V-Guitar System http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Roland_and_Fender_Announce_the_GK_Ready_Stratocaster_GC_1_Guitars.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Sometimes size actually does matter and in such cases, PolyTune Mini is the perfect solution. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Electronic_Introduces_the_PolyTune_Mini.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT VoiceLive Play GTX is the first multi-effects unit dedicated to the singing guitarist. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Helicon_Announces_the_New_VoiceLive_Play_GTX.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The finest French woods are used in the Alder body/Maple top construction, it is complete with the killswitch found on the Excalibur Bfoot and Kaos guitars. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Vigier_Guitars_Announces_the_New_Excalibur_Special_7.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT With all of the features of the original Rocket series, the new Mk II series feature a new voicing for both the “clean” and “overdrive” channels. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Electroplex_Amplifiers_Announces_the_Rocket_Mk_II_Series_Amplifiers.aspx Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT ESP expands the Horizon line, debuts a new design with the HRF, adds new signature models for Kirk Hammett, Jeff Hanneman, Rob Caggiano, Frank Bello, Richard Z (Rammstein), and Michael Wilton (Queensryche). http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/ESP_Announces_New_Models_for_2012.aspx Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Railhammer pickups feature a patent pending design that takes advantage of a unique combination of rails and poles. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Joe_Naylor_Launches_Railhammer_Pickups.aspx Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Morley Buffer Boost combines their “TrueTone” buffer with a handy Boost pedal. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Morley_Announces_the_New_Buffer_Boost_Pedal.aspx Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Sonar is a tremolo/machine pulser, the Double Rock was designed for J. Mascis with two Box of Rock pedals in one box, and the Loop Gate provides a loop switch with a built-in “perfect” audio gate. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Z_Vex_Introduces_Sonar_Double_Rock_and_Loop_Gate_Pedals.aspx Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT This analog pedal can duplicate many different types of modulation tones, as well as some new ones. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Amptweaker_Introduces_the_new_SwirlPool_Tremolo_Vibe_Pedal.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Bloke finds its inspiration in both classic British 70s and 80s heads plus late 60s American tube bass amps. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Carr_Amps_Announces_the_Bloke_Amp.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Inspired by an oft-played Cobain favorite seen in famous “Smells Like Teen Spirit” video. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_the_Kurt_Cobain_Mustang_Guitar.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Mustang Floor is a user-friendly, versatile and high-performance floor unit that delivers professional caliber modeling and effects in a varied wealth of musical styles. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_The_Mustang_Floor_Multi_Effect_Unit.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fuchs_Audio_Technology_Announces_2_New_Additions_to_the_Casino_Series_Amps.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fuchs_Audio_Technology_Announces_the_New_Bruiser_Bass_Amps_Line.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Buzz has created a two new player designed speaker cabinets that give you the sound of a big 4X12 cabinet in a small, ultra light 2X12 package. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fuchs_Audio_Technology_introduces_Feiten_Designed_Speaker_Cabinets.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fuchs_Audio_Technology_Introduces_the_Jersey_Lightning_and_The_Pedal_Pusher.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The guitar is an homage to vintage guitars with a number of traditional features, while still maintaining the Reverend innovation. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Reverend_Guitars_Announces_the_New_Eastsider_and_Sensei_RA.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Sustain Shaman is a studio quality and very quiet Sustain-Compressor effects pedal, the Acoustic Shaman is the world’s first balanced line input Chorus-Vibrato pedal effect, and the 3D-Shaman is a 3 output Chorus-Vibrato effect, with left wet, right wet, and center dry outputs. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Rivera_Announces_Sustain_Acoustic_and_3D_Shaman_Pedals.aspx Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The GS Guitar Axe-2 is the latest addition to the series of signature instruments from Gene Simmons and Cort Guitars. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Cort_Releases_Gene_Simmons_Axe_Guitar.aspx Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The pickups were developed over two years of testing and touring with Lamb of God. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DiMarzio_Releases_Mark_Morton_Signature_Dominion_Humbuckers.aspx Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Designed to digitally emulate the character of classic tape-loop echo units and adds a unique feature of smoothly panning the echo left to right http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gig_FX_Launches_the_Pan_Ec_Echo_Reverb_Pedal.aspx Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The line includes both solid and laminated archtop options. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Peerless_Guitars_Unveils_Martin_Taylor_Maestro_and_Virtuoso_Signature_Models.aspx Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Pigtronix aims to distilled the essential soul of tube overdrive into the straightforward yet remarkably flexible design of the new FAT Drive. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Pigtronix_Announces_FAT_Drive.aspx Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The new M81 is a tool that is a bit less specialized, giving the microphone more universal application ability. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Telefunken_Introduces_M81_Microphone.aspx Sun, 15 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Fender Machete Combo delivers serious tone and enormous functionality. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_the_Machete_Combo.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The new Super Champ X2, Super Champ X2 Head, and SC112 Enclosure bring exciting, brand new modeling and user-friendly features, providing great tone for blues, rock, country and more. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_the_New_Super_Champ_Amp_Head_and_Enclosure.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jens_Ritter_Instruments_Unveils_the_Monroe_Guitar_and_R8_Singlecut_Bass.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The SuperCoat Shield's extra layer of protection provides a barrier against the unwanted effects of string corrosion, ensuring a longer string life. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/La_Bella_Strings_Announces_the_New_SuperCoat_Shield_Set.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The new line of pedals boasts a variety of new features in a compact, rugged cast-aluminum housing. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Source_Audio_Announces_the_Soundblox_2_Series.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The new app compiles all TonePrints for TC Electronic’s TonePrint enabled guitar pedals in one place and allows users to ‘beam’ new TonePrints to their pedals in a matter of seconds. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Electronic_Announces_the_TonePrint_App_Now_Available_for_Android.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Visual_Sound_Announces_the_V3_Tap_Delay_Time_Bandit_and_the_Pure_Tone_Buffer.aspx Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Tube heads and lightweight cabs ready for stage-level performance and studios alike. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Bassman_Pro_Series_Heads_and_Cabinets.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2012 13:00:00 GMT The Monte Pittman Signature Jarrell MPS is the result of the collaboration between the award winning visionary designer Phillip Jarrell and world renowned artist, writer, and guitarist Monte Pittman. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jarrell_Guitars_Debuts_Monte_Pittman_Signature_Guitar.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Engineered to high specifications, these cables are made tough for long lasting use both for live and studio applications. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Orange_Amps_Launch_New_Professional_Cables.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT In celebration of their fifteenth Anniversary, Reverend has launched a commemorative Flatroc Guitar. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Reverend_Guitars_Announces_the_15th_Anniversary_Flatroc_Guitar.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT See and hear all the new gear first! http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Don_t_Miss_Premier_Guitars_NAMM_2012_Coverage.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:00:00 GMT The goal of the HALO is to provide a high quality, no compromise effects pedal delivering harmonically rich distortion characteristics that feel, sound and react to picking nuances like the best tube amplifier designs. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Alex_Aguilar_Launches_Eagle_Lair_Audio_with_HALO_Overdrive_Pedal.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT New DST and DX guitars mark the return of classic Charvel Star and Soloist body styles in modern Desolation form. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Charvel_Introduces_the_New_Desolation_Series_Models.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Love Potion #9 is a simple, efficient way to care for all wood-crafted instruments. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dean_Markley_Reintroduces_Love_Potion_9_Guitar_Care_Polish.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The U.S.-built 50th Anniversary Jaguar celebrates that history and combines old and new into the finest of all Jaguar guitars. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_the_50th_Anniverary_Jaguar_Guitar.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Godlyke_Introduces_the_Iso_Pump_Voltage_Converter_and_the_Ground_Hound_Ground_Isolator.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Guitar and bass players can now integrate their iOS signal processing apps into their existing live pedalboard setup for enhanced tone shaping and effects processing. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/IK_Multimedia_Introduces_the_iRig_Stomp.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Nebula IV Analog Phaser has four stages of swirly, analog goodness and the Recoil Delay features 550ms of sweet analog voiced digital delay. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Mojo_Hand_Releases_Nebula_IV_Analog_Phaser_and_Recoil_Delay.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT With a high tensile steel case is it built to the same rugged specifications as the other members of the Terror family and is incredibly compact and highly portable. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Orange_Amplification_Launch_Micro_Terror_and_PPC108_Cab.aspx Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT New models provide no load, left handed and long bushing options http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Bourns_Announces_New_Potentiometers_for_2012.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT M-tones are designed to have super long sustain and are very punchy and articulate with great note separation. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/M_Tone_Guitars_Launches_at_Winter_NAMM_2012.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Models honor pop-rock star Avril Lavigne, metal stalwart Jim Root, alt-rock bassist Mikey Way, and Biffy Clyro's Simon Neil and James Johnston http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Squier_Introduces_Avril_Lavigne_Jim_Root_and_Mikey_Way_Signature_Models.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Revamped series welcomes brand new model types with distinctive hot-rodded features. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Squier_Introduces_the_All_New_Vintage_Modified_Series.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT A five-string P-style bass with modern touches. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Xotic_Introduces_the_Xotic_XP_1T.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Due to overwhelming public demand, Orange Amplification has decided to re-introduce the OR50H. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Orange_Amplification_Reissues_OR50H_and_Launches_OR15H_Pics_Only_Models.aspx Mon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Telecaster Baritone has a 27” scale, lowdown B-to-B tuning, and three pickups, the Blacktop Stratocaster HSH adds a Tele middle pickup, and the Blacktop Jaguar 90 has a pair of single-coils. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Blacktop_Telecaster_Baritone_Stratocaster_HSH_and_Jaguar_90.aspx Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Pedal Tuner features an oversized screen and ultra-bright display. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/GoGo_Tuners_Unveils_the_Pedal_Tuner.aspx Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The new Arcos models feature Guild’s signature arched-back body design at very accessible price points while the new USA Standard models include two guitars and one bass. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Guild_Announces_Arcos_Series_and_USA_Standard_Series_Additions.aspx Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT This innovative 28-Watt amplifier utilizes a unique tube circuit that addresses the characteristics of modern tubes in a new way. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/65Amps_Introduces_the_Producer.aspx Sat, 07 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The kits are launching with the HyperPak and V8 Fuzztone Generator. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Catalinbread_Releases_F_ck_It_You_Build_It_Kits.aspx Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT “Wildwood” finish returns for model styled on guitar the king strummed in 1967 film “Clambake” http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Elvis_Kingman_Acoustic_Guitar.aspx Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The 2012 limited collection sees the arrival of 10 new exotic models: nine guitars and one bass. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Custom_Shop_Unveils_2012_Limited_Collection.aspx Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Godin Session Custom and Session Plus, Godin Multiac Steel Duet Ambiance, Godin Core Series, Richmond Empire Mahogany P90, and more. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Godin_Announces_NAMM_2012_New_Guitars.aspx Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Johnny Marr signature Jaguar is a fantastically non-standard version of the model that is as distinctive as the sounds Marr wrings from it. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Johnny_Marr_Signature_Jaguar.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:00:00 GMT Available in both 8- and 16-ohm impedances, the EJ1250 is a 50 watt, 12” guitar speaker featuring vintage alnico tone with a modern twist. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Eminence_Releases_Eric_Johnson_EH1250_Signature_12_Speaker.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The Signature #4 Jim Root Terror Head is modeled after the dirty channel on the Orange Rockerverb 100. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Orange_Amps_Launches_Signature_4_Jim_Root_Terror_Head_and_Cab.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 08:00:00 GMT The guitars were developed in response to Holdsworth's request for a compact, headless version of his H2 and HF2 Fatboy guitars. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Carvin_Releases_Allan_Holdsworth_Headless_Guitars.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 07:00:00 GMT The Tone Hammer 350 retains the big sound of its predecessor within an even smaller footprint. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Aguilar_Announces_Tone_Hammer_350.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The new Big Green Oval instrument cable from Analysis Plus is designed to offer a fantastic, tone-friendly option for guitarists and bassists. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Analysis_Plus_Introduces_Big_Green_Oval_and_Ammo_Cables.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The BilT El Hombre falls in line with any classic humbucking guitar and sports a 24.75” scale length, while The S.S. Zaftig semi-hollow body (or semi-solid as they prefer, hence the S.S.) features a 25.5” scale length. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/BilT_Guitars_Unveil_El_Hombre_ands_S_Zaftig_Guitars.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Early Fender guitars and basses use a “cross screw” nut for truss rod adjustment, which has two slots arranged in a cross pattern. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/CruzTOOLS_Releases_GrooveTech_Truss_Rod_Drivers.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Reidmar 250 is the first lightweight bass head from EBS and the EBS Session 120 is a 120-watt RMS tilt-back bass combo. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/EBS_Announces_Session_120_and_Reidmar_250_Amps.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Da Vinci tuner is designed to open up a fresh and original dimension to guitar tuning and tuner design. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Schaller_Releases_Da_Vinci_Tuners.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT A dual-tremolo effect based on the tremolo circuit found in the classic Fender brownface amps. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Soundboy_Massacre_Launches_the_Wobbler_Tremolo_Pedal.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Finely crafted U.S.-made models are designed to be a new pinnacle for Fender production instruments http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Select_Series_Guitars_and_Basses.aspx Tue, 03 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT The strings feature DR's proprietary K3 coating and are said to have less unwanted overtones, more volume, and greater articulation than standard uncoated strings. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DR_Strings_Announce_Dragon_Skin_Clear_Coated_Electric_and_Bass_Strings.aspx Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The amp is designed to be a clean slate that can be colored with any combination of tubes. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Milbert_Shipping_GAGA_90_Amplifier.aspx Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT The pedal is designed to have a wide range of amplifier-breakup, boost, crunch, and distortion. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jack_Deville_Electronics_Announces_Deuce_Coupe_Overdrive.aspx Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT US Music Corp announced today that they have sold their Eden Bass Amplification business to Marshall Amplification plc. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Marshall_Amplification_Purchases_Eden_Bass_Amps.aspx Wed, 28 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT GuitarToolkit 2.0 features an all-new iPad version that is free for existing GuitarToolkit users and the GuitarToolkit+ Upgrade. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Agile_Partners_Releases_GuitarToolkit_2_0.aspx Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Fuzz Monster 2 is a two stage fuzz face style effect, with one germanium stage and one BC108C silicon stage. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Elite_Tone_Announces_Fuzz_Monster_2.aspx Sun, 25 Dec 2011 11:00:00 GMT Carefully designed for optimum tension, feel, and tone, these strings are gauged to work ideally with the scale lengths on Veillette instruments. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Veillette_Guitars_Introduces_Custom_Strings.aspx Sun, 25 Dec 2011 11:00:00 GMT 100 years after the launch of the Titanic, a Belfast company has designed a range of limited edition guitars to celebrate this milestone. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Titanic_Guitars_to_Launch_at_NAMM_2012.aspx Sat, 24 Dec 2011 11:00:00 GMT Makes it safe, easy to change strings and adjust your guitar http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dr_Ducks_Unveils_New_Guitar_Neck_Rest.aspx Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Royal Bluesman v2 maintains all the quality, tone, and power of the original but brings a more aggressive gain that retains a nice clean character based on touch response. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Burriss_Introduces_the_Royal_Bluesman_v2.aspx Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:00:00 GMT The only magnetic pickup with full range, 3D body sensitivity. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/L_R_Baggs_Introduces_the_M80_Acoustic_Pickup.aspx Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Four new tube amps based on the American Dream and British Dream amplifiers. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/3rd_Power_Launches_Dream_Solo_Amplifiers.aspx Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT With its huge vocal sweep range, Dunlop says this is one of the most expressive Cry Babys ever. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dunlop_Announces_Joe_Bonamassa_Signature_Cry_Baby.aspx Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Happy Holidays from the Premier Guitar staff! http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Happy_Holidays_2011_from_Premier_Guitar.aspx Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The company’s first model, the Arete, will be on display at NAMM 2012. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Grover_Jackson_Returns_with_GJ2_Guitars.aspx Rebecca Dirks Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Over $20,000 of gear is missing. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Guthrie_Govan_Bands_Gear_Stolen_in_Rome.aspx Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT An expansion of the Performing Artist Series instruments, Custom Series, Road series, refinement of the D-18 model, and several new ukulele models http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Martin_Announces_15_New_Instruments_for_NAMM_2012.aspx Sun, 18 Dec 2011 11:00:00 GMT Orange Personal Computers is now selling the O PC direct through their website. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Orange_Announces_O_PC_Upgrades_and_Price_Drop.aspx Sun, 18 Dec 2011 09:00:00 GMT The CS624, CS424, and CS342 offer 24-fret single-cuts at different price and feature levels. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Carvin_Releases_24_Fret_California_Single_Carved_Top_Guitars.aspx Sun, 18 Dec 2011 07:00:00 GMT The festival boasts over 35 exceptional guitarists of jazz, classical, rock, traditional, and avant-garde styles. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/New_York_Guitar_Festival_Announces_2012_Concert_Series.aspx Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Peavey Headliner is a new rack-mountable bass amplifier head with matching enclosures in the Peavey Tour Series http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Peavey_Announces_Headliner_Lighweight_Bass_Amp.aspx Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT SHREDDER allows guitarists to play a true analog-modeling synth by simply plugging in – no special pickups needed! http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Yonac_Software_Releases_SHREDDER_iOS_Synth_for_Guitar.aspx Sat, 17 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Collings is now offering the single Dog Ear P-90 pickup configuration to their original single cutaway 290 design. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Collings_Introduces_the_290_S.aspx Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT These finely crafted instruments are made of solid wood, with bookmatched backs, sides and tops, ebony fretboards and bridges, and gold plated hardware. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dean_Markley_Announce_Commemorative_40th_Anniversary_Acoustic_Guitars.aspx Fri, 16 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Llama is designed to be the perfect compliment to all amps, big or small, clean or dirty. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Way_Huge_Announces_Red_Llama_MKII.aspx Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The MB210 combo produces 250 watts of clean RMS power at 4 ohms or 200 watts at 8 ohms and is a lightweight 36 pounds. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Carvin_Announces_MB210_Micro_Bass_Amp.aspx Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The DC Filter was designed to eliminate DC background noise known as DC offset. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Lehle_Announces_the_DC_Filter.aspx Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The nylon-string guitars are an extension of the company's Evolution Series that offer a wide feature set at an accessible price. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Tanglewood_Introduces_Classical_Guitars_to_North_America.aspx Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The classic single-cutaway look is inspired by the instrument Cowell used during his tenures with Paul Rodgers' Bad Company and Humble Pie. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fret_King_Introduces_Black_Label_DBC_Dave_Bucket_Cowell_Guitar.aspx Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new 50/50 cable is for those who cant decide if they prefer a curly or a straight cable. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Divine_Noise_Announces_50_50_Cable.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Classic 4 and the Show 5 offer an alternative for players with guitar collections of various sizes. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Rock_Solid_Guitar_Stands_Releases_Multi_Guitar_Stands.aspx Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Twelve_Days_of_AXE_mas_2011.aspx Premier Guitar Sun, 11 Dec 2011 23:00:00 GMT The high-output pickup set is voiced to capture Pike's heavy tone from his bands Sleep and High on Fire. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Lace_Music_Unveils_Matt_Pike_Dirty_Hesher_Signature_Pickups.aspx Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The pedal is designed to "thaw out" digitally processed guitar and give the sound and feel of an analog delay without the long delay time. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Electro_Harmonix_Introduces_the_Analogizer.aspx Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The pedal is built around A/DA's D-Torsion Core technology. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/A_DA_Releases_APP_1_Preamp.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new pedal is a silicon version of the BBB07. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Lovepedal_Announces_Silicon_Fuzzmaster.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Annihilator was designed by the legendary Misfits guitarist, who worked closely with Oktober Guitars to ensure exact replication of his original instrument.  http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Oktober_Guitars_Introduces_Doyle_Wolfgang_Von_Frankenstein_Annihilator_Guitar.aspx Wed, 07 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Pedals from Lovepedal, Malekko, Skreddy, Analogman, Catalinbread, and more will be auctioned for the National Parkinson's Foundation. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Boutique_Pedal_Builders_Unite_Against_Parkinson_s.aspx Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gibson acquired the Stanton Group with includes Cerwin Vega!, KRK Systems, and Stanton DJ. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Launches_Pro_Audio_Division.aspx Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Guitar players of all ages, levels and styles are invited to join Paul Gilbert and other expert musicians for this five-day experience. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Paul_Gilbert_Announces_Great_Guitar_Escape_for_Summer_2012.aspx Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The clip-on tuner and spring-loaded capo are the latest additions to Rotosound's accessory line. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Rotosound_Launches_Guitar_Tuner_Chord_Finder_and_Guitar_Capo.aspx Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sumlin was acknowledged as a major influence on guitarists such as Keith Richards, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Buddy Guy and many more. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Bluesman_Hubert_Sumlin_Dies_at_80.aspx Jason Shadrick Sun, 04 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Retro Classic is a unique design created to capture three different classic sounds, in one single channel 25 watt amplifier. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fargen_Amplification_Introduces_the_Retro_Classic.aspx Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The app functions as an all-in-one sheet music viewer, score library and music store. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Sheet_Music_Direct_Announces_iPad_App.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Fluffer pedal is a unique isolation pedal board buffer and the FXUL8R is a new way to add studio quality FX to any amplifier. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Sonic_Edge_Introduces_Fluffer_and_FXUL8R.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Silver Sonic and Cherry Bomb are variations on the company's popular Golden Melody and Electro King amps. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Victoria_Amplifier_Company_Introduces_Silver_Sonic_and_Cherry_Bomb_Amps.aspx Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The app is designed to restore warmth, clarity, and definition to audio played on iPhones and iPads using BBE's Sonic Maximizer pro audio technology. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/BBE_Sound_Launches_SonicMax_Pro_HD_Quality_Music_Player_App.aspx Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The tonewood is recycled from Canadian Bridge Timbers. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Martin_Using_Recycled_Sitka_Spruce_in_New_GPCPA4_Sapele.aspx Tue, 29 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The pedal is designed to have fiery, thick, saturated overdrive for singing sustain and tone. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Larry_Alan_Guitars_Introduces_the_Phoenix_Fire_Pedal.aspx Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Donations are being accepted to help offset his medical expenses. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Testament_and_Death_Guitarist_James_Murphy_has_Brain_Tumor_Relapse.aspx Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Acute ModestScream is a version of the classic green overdrive with four switchable popular modifications, while the Acute NerFuzz is a mini version of the company's NerFuzz pedal. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Tone_God_Releases_Acute_ModestScream_and_Acute_NerFuzz_Pedals.aspx Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Modified Overdrive is a classic overdrive circuit with modern modifications for improved performance and versatility. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jim_Dunlop_Announces_the_MXR_Custom_Badass_Modified_Overdrive.aspx Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Yandell was revered and respected as the man who played guitar with Chet Atkins for almost a quarter century. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fingerstyle_Guitar_Legend_Paul_Yandell_1935_2011.aspx Andy Ellis Mon, 21 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The line is designed to help guitarists go direct into the board while maintaining the tone of their favorite amp. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Bleeding_Cowboys_Releases_Anonymous_Amp_AA_DI_Boxes.aspx Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Designed in collaboration with Frank Iero, guitarist for multi-platinum band My Chemical Romance http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Epiphone_Releases_Wilshire_Phant_o_matic.aspx Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitar features classic Les Paul Standard appointments with high-output pickups and a choice of neck profiles. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Releases_Les_Paul_Classic_Plus.aspx Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gibson USA's Midtown Custom takes their ES properties a step further, maximizing each design goal, while adding a rich, deep resonance all its own. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Announces_Midtown_Custom.aspx Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Nighthawk Studio from Gibson USA features a new pickup array and switching, new tonewoods and three new finish options http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Updates_Nighthawk_Studio.aspx Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The TubeMeister 5 brings Hughes & Kettner tone down to a bite-size package. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Hughes_Kettner_Unveils_the_TubeMeister_5.aspx Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The two events will henceforth be held alternately http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Montreal_Guitar_Show_and_the_Healdsburg_Guitar_Festival_Team_Up_to_Promote_Guitars_and_Lutherie.aspx Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Each Collectors Choice guitar is a near-perfect recreation of a specific serial number from the guitars built in 1959. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Custom_Expands_Collectors_Choice_Series_with_Goldie_1959_Burst.aspx Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:00:00 GMT The DigiTech amplifier lineup includes a two-channel combo amp, with reverb and a combo bass amp all equipped with eight-inch speakers. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DigiTech_Ships_15_Watt_Guitar_and_Bass_Combo_Amps.aspx Wed, 16 Nov 2011 11:00:00 GMT SOMMS features four oscillators, one low frequency rhythmic driver, one fine tunable audio drone, and a pair of squealing singers controlled via joystick.  http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dwarfcraft_Launches_Satan_Oscillate_My_Metallic_Sonatas_SOMMS_Pedal.aspx Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitar pickup system combines the best aspects of traditional passive pickups and cutting-edge active designs. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Seymour_Duncan_Unveils_Gus_G_FIRE_Blackouts_System.aspx Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The 10 model lineup aims to help all guitarists achieve the best tone possible, from the studios of Nashville to the Blues clubs of Chicago to the heaviest of metal bands. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Akai_Pro_Announces_Analog_Custom_Shop_Line_of_Pedals.aspx Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Devil Drive draws its roots from the classic OD-1 overdrive that Jeff has used with Annihilator from the very beginning. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/SolidGoldFX_Unveils_Jeff_Waters_Signature_Devil_Drive.aspx Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new iPhone app compiles all TonePrints in one place and allows users to ‘beam’ new TonePrints to their pedals in a matter of seconds. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Electronic_Introduces_Free_TonePrint_App_for_iPhone.aspx Tue, 08 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Infinity Driver is a warm and versatile overdrive. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Larry_Alan_Guitars_Introduces_the_New_Infinity_Driver_Pedal.aspx Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT iB Modified refers to an input buffer mod designed to elevate the products to a new level of sonic purity http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Electronic_Introduces_iB_Modified_G_System_and_Nova_Delay.aspx Fri, 04 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Dynamo GTS and GT-6 offer a 200-watt, all-tube design with ultra high-end components and construction to take guitar tone to another level. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dynamo_Amplification_Introduces_Grand_Tour_Series_Amps.aspx Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Rack Gizmo is a MIDI-based device that enables guitarists to control virtually any combination of available amplifiers and effects units with a simple MIDI footswitch. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/RJM_Music_Technology_Introduces_the_Rack_Gizmo.aspx Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Submit your photos to be featured in our next gallery. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Submissions_Open_Show_Us_Your_Pedalboards.aspx Thu, 03 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Built on a classic class AB output the amp sounds similar to the old V800 as favored by the likes of  Eddie Van Halen, Keith Richards and Robert Plant. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Matrix_Releases_GT800FX_Rackmount_Amps.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:00:00 GMT JamUp features 30+ hybrid amps, stomp and rack models, phrase sampler, iTunes jam player and more. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/JamUp_Multi_Effect_App_for_iPad_and_iPhone_Launched.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:00:00 GMT The instrument is built with a casted aluminum body and an upper wood element for ergonomics and tonality. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Di_Donato_Guitars_Lauches_in_Italy.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:00 GMT The El Rayo is Lollar's take on a tighter, more focused-sounding humbucker. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Lollar_Pickups_Introduces_El_Rayo_Humbucker.aspx Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The software, which has been praised for its amplifier-like qualities, is available as a plug-in and standalone application. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Scuffham_Amps_Releasess_Gear_for_Mac.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2011 16:00:00 GMT The TGA-2.1 is now available with five different power amp sections and two different preamp styles. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Demeter_Amplification_Releases_the_TGA_2_1_Amp.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:00:00 GMT The DC800 has a 27" scale, neck-through design and represents Carvin's first foray into 8-string guitars. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Carvin_Introduces_DC800_Extended_Scale_8_String_Guitar.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2011 13:00:00 GMT The redesigned Semaphore is a diverse tremolo with eight different waveforms, tap tempo and divide, tap tempo input, and expression pedal capabilities. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Catalinbread_Releases_Redesigned_Semaphore_Tap_Tremolo.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Designed for everything from classic power metal over ultra-tight thrash riffs to a complete riot of unleashed power. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Electronic_Announces_R_ttweiler_Distortion_Pedal.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Stompboxtober_Daily_Pedal_Giveaway_Jack_Deville_Mystery_Pedal.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 31 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Looping masters will go head to head with original compositions. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Boss_Loop_Station_National_Championship_to_Stream_Live_Saturday.aspx Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The pedal has been revoiced for more hard rock and metal tones rather than classic, bluesy style tones. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Tech_21_Double_Drive_3X_Now_Available_With_Private_Stock_MOD.aspx Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Presys+ system provides maximum control and performance in a small, unobtrusive format. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fishman_Debuts_Presys_Onboard_Preamp_System_For_Consumers.aspx Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Stompboxtober_Daily_Pedal_Giveaway_Aphex_Xciter.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Maz 8 is a full featured 8-watt amp that is designed to give you an incredible range of shimmering cleans to full-on rock action at reasonable volume levels. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dr_Z_Releases_Maz_8_Amp.aspx Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Inducer is a Limited Edition tube distortion pedal kit designed around a New-Old- Stock 6189W JAN Philips vacuum tube. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/MOD_Kits_DIY_Introduces_the_Limited_Edition_Inducer.aspx Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The system combines a custom version of the company's Element undersaddle pickup with an endpoint preamp and soundhole-mounted volume control. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/L_R_Baggs_Announces_FIVE_0_Ukulele_Pickup_System.aspx Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The GrooveMaster has a vintage vibe and Seymour Duncan P-90s. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/MJ_Guitars_Introduces_the_GrooveMaster.aspx Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT A combination of never-before-seen appointments and familiar Fender elements. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Modern_Player_Series_Guitars.aspx Tue, 11 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT It features four savable presets, an 18dB range over eight frequency bands, up to 12dB of clean boost, MIDI input, and a tremolo-like auto-scrolling feature. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Source_Audio_Releases_Programmable_EQ.aspx Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Jansch spent most of his career as a solo artist, but he also achieved international notoriety through his membership in folk-jazz supergroup Pentangle, which included fellow fingerstyle ace John Renbourn. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Bert_Jansch_1943_2011.aspx Charles Saufley Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Each is a specific variation based on three classic Fender tweed tube amps of the 1950s—the ’57 Twin, ’57 Deluxe and the ’57 Champ. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_EC_Series_Eric_Clapton_Signature_Amps.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Collection instruments are built using the finest materials from Private Stock’s most select stash of exotic tone woods. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Announces_the_Collection_Series_by_Private_Stock.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Flamed Maple, Bubinga, and Koa are used throughout the series, which is comprised of dreadnoughts, jumbos, super-folk, orchestra, and auditorium body styles. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Tanglewood_Introduces_the_Evolution_Exotic_Series.aspx Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Follow our live posts on Facebook and Twitter http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/On_Location_Live_PG_at_the_L_A_Amp_Show.aspx Sun, 02 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The VHT Special 12/20 features increased power (with two power ranges) and a unique preamp specifically designed to excel with pedals and multi-effects units. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VHT_Introduces_the_Special_12_20_Amp.aspx Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT The FRM100TR has a thicker and fatter neck than previous Paul Gilbert models and features DiMarzio Injectors and Area '67 pickups. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ibanez_Releases_Paul_Gilbert_FRM100TR_Fireman.aspx Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT New family of tube amps from Line 6 and tube-amp legend Reinhold Bogner combine reconfigurable analog components and HD modeling technology to deliver boutique tone, feel and touch response, and multiple amplifier voicing http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Line_6_Ships_DT25_Amps.aspx Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new guitars include the R15R and the R15S acoustic resonators, along with their acoustic/electric counterparts, the R15RCE and the R45RCE. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Washburn_Guitars_Unveils_Resonator_Series.aspx Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT From the same series and built with the same appointments as the best-selling RD-06, the RP-06 has a street price of $249.99. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Recording_King_Introduces_the_RP_06.aspx Thu, 29 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new models combine classic power sections with unique octal preamp designs and BC Audio's famous true point-to-point wiring. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/BC_Audio_Introduces_Amplifier_No_9_and_Amplifier_No_10.aspx Tue, 27 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT More than 40 pedals in total will be given away during Stompboxtober. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PGs_Stompboxtober_Daily_Giveaways_Return_October_3.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 26 Sep 2011 10:25:00 GMT The EVH 5150 III 50-watt head is a smaller-sized version of its big brother, the mighty 5150 III head http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/EVH_Introduces_5150_III_50_Watt_Head.aspx Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The initial model for this new line will be the PRS SE Angelus. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Expands_Acoustic_Offerings_With_SE_Line.aspx Fri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The J Mascis Jazzmaster and the Joe Trohman Telecaster guitars are modeled after precise artist specifications. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Squier_Releases_J_Mascis_and_Joe_Trohman_Signature_Models.aspx Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new gear includes the FB-2 Feedbacker/Booster, BC-2 Combo Drive, RC-300 Loop Station, and R-26 Portable Recorder http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Boss_and_Roland_Announce_Fall_2011_New_Products.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Tours begin at museum-quality facility presenting Fender history and legacy for all to experience http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Announces_Free_Public_Visitor_Center_and_Factory_Tours.aspx Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Ultra-III is a real Les Paul electric guitar that also has the ability to sound acoustic, and is the only electric guitar with Shadow’s built-in tuner, NanoMag and A/B switch. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Epiphone_Debuts_Les_Paul_Ultra_III.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT New to the series are the Black G5445T and Gold G5448T Double Jet models. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gretsch_Adds_to_the_Electromatic_Series.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT GAD series guitars feature all-solid tonewoods, dovetail neck joint construction, and player-friendly features such as a slim, satin-finish necks for smooth feel and effortless playability. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Guild_Releases_New_Guild_Acoustic_Design_Series.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new Mobile POD app brings famous Line 6 tone and technology to its most portable level. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Line_6_Announces_Mobile_In_Digital_Input_Adaptor_and_Mobile_POD_App.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Lollar wound a slightly hotter bridge pickup for better balance, and gave them a very quick wax potting to keep the pickup cover from being overly microphonic and to ensure the coils don’t become more microphonic over time. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Lollar_Pickups_Releases_Thunderbird_Style_Replacement_Pickup.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 15 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Mini Rec is an ultra-compact 12 5/8"W x 6 3/4"D x 5 7/8" H and weighs just 12 pounds. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Mesa_Boogie_Releases_the_Mini_Rectifier_Twenty_Five.aspx Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Flagship POD multi-effect provides revolutionary HD modeling and total flexibility for professional guitarists. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Line_6_Introduces_POD_HD_Pro_Rack_Multi_Effect_Processor.aspx Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Eric Clapton to play commemorative Stratocaster models on fall 2011 world tour dates http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Custom_Shop_Unveils_9_11_Tribute_Strats.aspx Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Showcase is an alternative guitar show, featuring fine, handmade acoustic guitars and stringed musical instruments exhibited by their makers. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Woodstock_Invitational_Luthiers_Showcase_Announces_2011_Details.aspx Sat, 10 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Boutique pedal showcases will be installed in Guitar Center's Platinum stores http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Guitar_Center_Expands_Boutique_Pedal_Distribution.aspx Fri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Stompboxtober_2011_Calendar.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT David “Honeyboy” Edwards, dubbed the “Last of the Great Mississippi Delta Bluesmen,” died on August 29 at age 96. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Delta_Bluesman_David_Honeyboy_Edwards_Dies_at_96.aspx Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new X Series includes Soloist, Warrior, King V, Rhoads, and Dinky models. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jackson_Announces_New_X_Series_Models.aspx Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT While there are still more questions than answers, Gibson's CEO and government representatives have been speaking to multiple news outlets with some interesting allegations on both sides. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/New_Details_Emerge_in_Gibson_Federal_Raid.aspx Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Fender craftsmen have reproduced Cobain’s battle-hardened left-handed Jaguar down to the last unusual detail, including its worn finish, dual humbucking pickups and unique electronics and controls. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Announces_Kurt_Cobain_Jaguar_Guitar.aspx Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The first pedal developed with Kickstarter funds, is influenced by '60s and '70s "hammer of the gods" fuzz tones. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Caroline_Guitar_Company_Releases_Olympia_Pedal_With_Kickstarter_com.aspx Fri, 02 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new models boast the USA Select 1, Fender’s first acoustic guitar made in the United States since the ´90s. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_New_Acoustics_Including_USA_Select_1.aspx Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Rondo TL features a slim 64mm (2.5”) Bulgarian walnut body and a narrow 50mm (1.97”) neck width, allowing comfortable playability when worn with a strap. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Kremona_Adds_Rondo_TL_to_the_Orpheus_Valley_Performer_Line.aspx Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Traveler Guitar EG-2 is a full 25 1/2”-scale electric guitar featuring a compact double-cutaway body shape, 3-ply pick guard, maple neck & fretboard and a classic black finish with white pickup covers. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Traveler_Guitar_Releases_EG_2_Black_Maple.aspx Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Responds_to_Raid_by_Feds.aspx Joe Coffey Thu, 25 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Featuring 120 watts of clean, bi-amplified acoustic power, the Loudbox Artist includes two versatile input channels and a new dual effects section. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fishman_Debuts_Loudbox_Artist_Acoustic_Amplifier.aspx Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The instrument is a single-cutaway beauty with western motif and full, resonant sound that combines features based directly on Cochran’s main guitar, the orange Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins hollow body guitar. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gretsch_Introduces_G6120_Eddie_Cochran_Signature_Guitar.aspx Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT These new models offer significant improvements in design and audio quality while staying true to the spirit of the originals. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Maxon_Releases_Real_Tube_II_Series_Compressor_Overdrive_and_Overdrive_Distortion.aspx Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Designer and builder Hector Trevino has debuted the unique Sonic Wind guitar, constructed with maple body panels that form an open chamber. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Sonic_Wind_Open_Chamber_Guitar_Debuts.aspx Tue, 23 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Naga Viper is Catalinbread's version of the Dallas Rangemaster and it adds two controls, Range and Heat, to the original's single Boost control http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Catalinbread_Introduces_the_Naga_Viper_Treble_Booster.aspx Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Highlights include an Albert King-owned 1958 Flying V prototype, 1931 Martin D-28, and 1954 Fender Strat. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Richard_Gere_to_Auction_Vintage_Guitar_Collection.aspx Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Beginning tonight with Albert Lee & John Jorgenson's one-night-only performance with The Les Paul Trio, The Iridium is bringing music fans from around the world into its shows. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Iridium_to_Broadcast_August_Concert_Schedule_Live_on_Facebook.aspx Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Modeled after the acclaimed PRS SE line of guitars, this new amp line continues the concept of providing affordable musical instruments and equipment without sacrificing tone, usability, or quality. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Guitars_Introduces_New_PRS_SE_Amplifier_Line.aspx Thu, 18 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Boostiest 2.5 is a combination of two totally independent gain pedals in a single enclosure. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Burriss_Announces_the_Boostiest_2_5_Pedal.aspx Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT There are 10 new guitars in the “first wave” of the Charvel Desolation series—four single-cutaway “DS” models, three double-cutaway “DC” models and three highly distinctive Skatecaster “SK” models loosely based on the Charvel Surfcaster of the early 1990s. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Charvel_Introduces_Desolation_Series_Guitars.aspx Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitar is a rounded-corner take on the classic V design with custom options http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Delaney_Guitars_Unveils_the_Wedge_Guitar.aspx Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT It is an event that allows the public to meet the makers of the highest quality guitars, amps, studio gear and effects units one-on-one. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Nashville_Amp_Expo_Scheduled_August.aspx Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new Acoustasonic 100 Combo and Acoustasonic 150 Combo amps are now lighter, louder and more fully-featured than their predecessors. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_New_Acoustasonic_Combo_Amps.aspx Fri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT BC Audio introduces 1x12 combo versions of its critically acclaimed line of boutique tube guitar amps. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/BC_Audio_Announces_Combo_Amps.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 04 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Trill Tremolo pedal offers classic tremolo tones in an easy-to-build kit. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Mod_Kits_DIY_Introduces_Trill_Tremolo_Pedal_Kit.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 03 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT It comes complete with a newly recorded professional-quality sampled sound library, native 64-bit performance, full MusicXML interchange support, and advanced typography and graphics features. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Avid_Launches_Sibelius_7_Musical_Notation_Software.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Kala S-U-B Series offers an affordable alternative to Kala's California series of USA manufactured solid body basses. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Kala_Introduces_Subductive_Solid_Body_U_Basses_Series.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT Guitar players will descend on the pickup giant's Santa Barbara, California workshop for a full day's worth of events and activities. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Seymour_Duncan_Announces_User_Group_Day_2011.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Yellow Drive features two channels of killer vintage gain. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/T_Rex_and_Guitar_Center_Launch_Exclusive_Pedal_Line_With_Yellow_Drive.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT It’s reasonable to compare Oliver’s B-15 Portaflex to Les Paul’s solidbody guitar or Leo Fender’s Precision electric bass as icons that ushered in the modern music revolution. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Remembering_Jess_Oliver_Inventor_of_the_Ampeg_B_15.aspx Andy Fuchs and Gregg Hopkins with Dennis Kager Sat, 30 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT On Tuesday, July 26, a standing-room-only crowd of enthusiastic music lovers gathered at the Mercy Lounge to help raise money for guitarist Pete Huttlinger. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Music_City_Pickers_Singers_and_Fans_Celebrate_Fingerstyle_Wizard_Pete_Huttlinger.aspx Andy Ellis Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT HybridMASTER is a proprietary real-time volume control technology that is designed to easily reduce the perceived sound level of vacuum tube based guitar amplifiers. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/3rd_Power_Announces_New_HybridMASTER_Volume_Control_Technology.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Pete Huttlinger model is an OM1 Cutaway with Pete's signature elegantly inlaid in the 12th fret. They're offering the guitar in both Sitka and Adirondack top versions to reflect Pete's two main touring guitars. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Collings_Unveils_Pete_Huttlinger_Signature_OM1_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Attack and release controls give you precise control over the compression characteristics of the guitar signal. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Empress_Effects_Launches_Compressor_Pedal.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Effects Loop Corrector increases the signal in weak FX Loops for more headroom and a fuller sound. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Morley_Releases_Effects_Loop_Corrector.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Vintage Summer Of Love V6MRHDX is a nod to an iconic guitar played by the inimitable Jimi Hendrix. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Thomas_Blug_and_Vintage_Guitars_Unveil_Vintage_Summer_of_Love_V6MRHDX_Signature_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Descended from the first-generation MIDI Mobilizer (the world’s first MIDI interface for Apple iOS devices), MIDI Mobilizer II is the ideal MIDI interface for GarageBand for iPad and other CoreMIDI music apps. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Line_6_Introduces_MIDI_Mobilizer_II_Portable_MIDI_Interface.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/ESP_Announces_7_and_8_String_Models_for_Summer_2011.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/HK_Audio_Introduces_Elements_Line_of_Modular_Sound_Reinforcement.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Korg_Introduces_Pitchblack_and_Pitch_Clip_Tuners_and_MA_1_Solo_Metronome.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/L_g_Debuts_Tramontane_Ukuleles.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Sherlock_Audio_Canada_Now_Shipping_SpeakerValve.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Vox_Now_Offering_VOX_USA_Custom_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Vox_Now_Shipping_Night_Train_50_Head_and_V212NT_Cab.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Vox_Unveils_AC15C2_Twin_TB35C1_and_TB35C2_and_Handwired_Series_Amps.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Sheptone_Announces_Blue_Sky_Pickups.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 20 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitar is loaded with twin chrome-covered Alnico humbuckers – designed by G&L’s Paul Gagon – mounted in a bound, flame maple-topped mahogany body. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/G_L_Musical_Instruments_Unveils_ASAT_Deluxe_Carved_Top_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Pedal Jeanie Jr supports six to eight effect pedals and has the same power and DC connectivity as the standard Pedal Jeanie. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Grid_1_Launches_Pedal_Jeanie_Jr.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Tubemeister line's lead product is the TubeMeister 18" Head, which may be paired with a matching cabinet (1x12” Celestion). The Combo version (1x10" Celestion) also features reverb. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Hughes_Kettner_Debuts_Tubemeister_Series.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The BEF Pro builds on the popular Soundblox Bass Envelope Filter with a wide array of features for the touring professional. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Source_Audio_Introduces_Soundblox_Pro_Bass_Envelope_Filter.aspx Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT El Oso blends roaring low-end gain with the dry signal and readily pours out both thump and gain to the input of your amp. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Heavy_Electronics_Releases_El_Oso_Distortion_Pedal.aspx Sat, 16 Jul 2011 11:00:00 GMT The new Precision and Jazz basses deliver power and performance in bold interpretations of Fender’s time-honored titans, the Precision Bass and Jazz Bass. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Announces_New_Blacktop_Series_Basses.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT This semi-hollow guitar is designed to be versatile enough to handle jazz, rock, or Blues. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Reverend_Guitars_Introduces_Manta_Ray_390_2011_Limited_Edition.aspx Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The models include the ’69 Telecaster Thinline, ’72 Telecaster Thinline, and ’72 Telecaster Custom. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Releases_New_American_Vintage_Series_Guitars.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitar is loaded with three of Gibson's new Tapped P-90 pickups (for both original fat P-90 tones and brighter, snappier "narrow single-coil" tones), and upgraded with stunning new five-way pickup switching, push-pull tap and phase switching, and a Tune-o-matic bridge with stopbar tailpiece. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Unveils_2011_Firebird_Studio_Non_Reverse_Guitar.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Features include distinctive appointments and modifications found on and inspired by Harrison’s original 1957 Gretsch Duo Jet, which he purchased secondhand in the early 1960s. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gretsch_Introduces_G6128T_GH_George_Harrison_Signature_Duo_Jet_Guitar.aspx Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new Arona models are designed to capture the very essence of European style and use a body made of either swamp ash or alder, depending on finish. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Cort_Announces_Arona_Bass_in_Collaboration_With_Sandberg_Guitars.aspx Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The first two pickup sets are JohnnyBlades, a dual-blade single-coil set and JohnnyBuckers, a humbucker set http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/D_Allen_Introduces_Johnny_Hiland_Signature_Pickup_Line.aspx Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Bean's aluminum-necked guitars and basses became favorites of platinum-selling 1970s superstars and underground sonic iconoclasts alike http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Innovative_Luthier_Travis_Bean_Dies_at_63.aspx Charles Saufley Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Players can create the natural decay and warm tone of analog delays with delay times ranging from 10ms to 580ms. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Lotus_Introduces_Yellow_Delay_Pedal.aspx Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The additions will be showcased at Summer NAMM in Nashville http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/3rd_Power_Amplification_Introduce_Switchback_112_Extension_Cab_and_Hand_Wired_AB_Channel_Selector_Pedal.aspx Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT Fishman refers to the tone of the pickup as a “vintage roadhouse sound.” http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fishman_Releases_Blackstack_Soundhole_Pickup.aspx Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Hellraiser Solo E/A features dual semi­-hollow tone chambers allowing for accurate acoustic emulation via the Fishman Tune­O­Matic Powerbridge pickup and Powerchip pre­amp. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Schecter_Announces_Hellraiser_Solo_E_A_Guitar.aspx Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new TightRock Distortion pedal bridges the gap between two popular Amptweaker pedals, the TightMetal and TightDrive. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/AmpTweaker_Releases_TightRock_Distortion_Pedal.aspx Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT With a trimmed-down and more player friendly body size that still emulates the best of Gibson tradition, built with solid-wood construction rather than a laminated top and back, the Midtown Standard with Bigsby truly embodies the optimum marriage of solidbody and archtop. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Announces_Midtown_Standard_With_Bigsby.aspx Sat, 02 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT ith the iO Dock and an iPad or iPad 2, musicians and producers can record, perform, create and craft music in virtually any conceivable manner or location. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Alesis_Unveils_iO_Dock_for_iPad_and_iPad2.aspx Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Rio_Grande_Dual_Calibrated_Strat_Set.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 01 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT The graphics on this guitar picture the same motif as the cover of Stewart´s new album. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Duesenberg_Introduces_Dave_Stewart_Blackbird_Signature_Guitar.aspx Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Carvin_S22BC_Humbucker_Set_S22JC_Humbucker_Set_and_S60A_Single_Coil.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Based on vintage gasoline and oil cans, each guitar has its own unique design featuring aged hardware, custom graphics and a distressed black satin finish. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Cort_Announces_Fuel_Series_Collaboration_with_Stephen_McSwain.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Fender_Super_55_Split_Coil.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The pedalboard is designed to be used in conjunction with the new iPB-Nexus app so users can drag and drop up to 10 different pedals, in any order, to each pedalboard, and can even add an amp and cabinet to complete each setup. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DigiTech_Releases_iPB_10_iPad_Programmable_Pedalboard.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Heavy Core Seven set was specifically developed for tonal balance and superior intonation when using standard B, B with dropped A and 1/2 step B Flat tunings. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dunlop_Announces_Heavy_Core_Seven_String_Set.aspx Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Lindy_Fralin_Tele_Split_Blade.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Ouray Astro Dog is a bullet nosed rail style bar with a cut back, for a lower hand profile. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Rocky_Mountain_Slide_Company_Introduces_Ouray_Astro_Dog_Ceramic_Slide.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_MojoTone_Buzz_Kill_Jazz_Bass_Classic_Series_Strat_Clone_Series_PAF.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Cluster Flux is capable of providing classic flanging, chorusing, and vibrato effects, but is also capable of a much wider range of modulated delay line effects than traditional stomp boxes. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Moog_Announces_MF_108M_Cluster_Flux.aspx Premier Guitar Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The pedal is a simple two knob design designed to provide a lush chorus effect with a new spin: the Clear/Chime switch designed to make any guitar go from a double-coil to single-coil with a flip of a switch http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Kasha_Debuts_Chime_Chorus.aspx Premier Guitar Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_L_R_Baggs_M1_Active.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT This all-analog pedal uses bucket-brigade circuitry to create classically lush, liquid textures. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dunlop_Releases_MXR_Analog_Chorus.aspx Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_The_Joe_Barden_Engineering_Soapbar_Pickup_Set.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The first model is Bold, an double-cut guitar equipped with high-quality components. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Guitar_Crazy_Custom_Guitars_Announces_Mako_Bold_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_EMG_H2_B_H2A_N_Chrome_Set.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 22 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT In an age of shrink-wrapped, off-the-shelf music technology, a handful of inventors will introduce their own DIY creations for making noise. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Handmade_Music_Salon_to_Feature_DIY_Gear_at_Solid_State_Festival.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Zexcoil_Signature_Set_Loaded_Strat_Pickguard_Two_Fat_Single_Specials.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Budz_T_Style_42_Tall.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Renbourn Artist Edition is inspired by Renbourn’s preference for orchestra model guitars and the original orchestra model guitar made by C.F. Martin & Co. in 1929. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Martin_Introduces_OMM_John_Renbourn_Custom_Artist_Edition_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Sat, 18 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Derek's constant companion on this musical journey--a medicine bottle slide--has been replicated as the Derek Trucks Signature Slide. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dunlop_Now_Shipping_Derek_Trucks_Signature_Slide.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Fishman_Rare_Earth_Soundhole_Pickups.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The clip-on tuner features both piezo and microphone tuning methods http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/GoGo_Tuners_Introduces_TT_1_Tuner.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Hanson_Pickups_P_4_NeoPunch.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Schecter Guitar Research is adding three models to Avenged Sevenfold’s Synyster Gates and Zacky Vengeance signature series guitar lines. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Schecter_Announces_New_Avenged_Sevenfold_Models.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The GT features a gloss finish and Bigsby, while the Jazz features an arched back and top with high gloss finishes. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Godin_Announces_5th_Avenue_Uptown_GT_5th_Avenue_Jazz_and_More_for_Summer_NAMM.aspx Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Guitar_Fetish_VEH_Surf_90_59_Strat_Set.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Radial TankDriver enables the user to use the spring reverb in a guitar amplifier and bring this unique effect into a recording system. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Radial_Engineering_Releases_TankDriver.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Introduced in 1961, the original Casino had unique features that ultimately were never offered beyond that first year. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Epiphone_Reissues_61_Casino.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT It features a pair of humbucking pickups with phase switching and a Maestro Vibrola with vintage-style “Lyre” tailpiece. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Releases_50th_Anniversary_Robby_Krieger_SG.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Seymour_Duncan.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The quilted-maple-top Gibson USA Nighthawk features double-black, open coil BB1 neck and BB2 bridge pickups with a Ceramic 8 blade middle pickup http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Unveils_Nighthawk_2011.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_DAllen_Pickups.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Nordstrand_Hot_Wind_Standard_Wind_Cool_Wind.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_DiMarzio_Injector_Set.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Crank your stomp pedals to the extremes without the fear of any hiss or excess noise http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dunlop_Releases_the_MXR_Noise_Clamp.aspx Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Lollar_Regal_Wide_Range_Humbucker.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Shadow_Electronics_SH_EQ_5_Humbucker_SH_AZ_48_Humbucker_and_SH_145_G_Soundhole.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Mighty_Mite_Motherbucker.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT This new model draws inspiration from the original Montgomery Wards student guitars of the 1960’s, but is delivered in the form of a professional grade modern instrument. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Eastwood_Guitars_Introduces_Airline_Bighorn_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Les Paul Studio Baritone is a 28" scale length guitar designed for lower tunings used in today's modern rock, thrash, and metal. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Introduces_Les_Paul_Studio_Baritone_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitar features arcade-sytle kill switches, and oversized chambered body, and a 27" scale length. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Releases_Buckethead_Les_Paul_Studio_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Cream_T_Pickups.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The result could be a trip to the U.S. finals in Hollywood, California, where the top looper will earn $3,000 in BOSS gear and a spot in the international championship at Musikmesse 2012 in Frankfurt, Germany. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Boss_Launches_Loop_Station_World_Championship_2.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Giveaway_Tesla_Pickups.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 02 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Spectra delivers cool retro looks, classic tone and modern top-shelf hardware and construction. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Black_Mesa_Introduces_Spectra_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Kent_Armstrong_Pickups.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PG_Pickup_Party_Calendar.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 31 May 2011 17:00:00 GMT The 2011 Breedlove Festival will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., featuring special performances, clinics, and a guitar playing competition. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Breedlove_Announces_2011_Breedlove_Festival.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The ThunderDrive Deluxe is an overdrive pedal kit that provides a strong clean signal boost in the early gain settings and smooth distortion at maximum gain settings. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Mod_Kits_DIY_Unveils_ThunderDrive_Deluxe_Overdrive_Pedal.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 31 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Featuring a built-in 5W combo amp designed by legendary amp designer Gary Sunda and a 6" Eminence speaker, the 1SKB-FN-8 FootNote is like no other pedalboard on the market. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/SKB_Introduces_1SKB_FN_8_FootNote.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The singlecut guitar features honeycomb chambered mahogany body with a figured maple top. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Barron_Wesley_Guitars_Announces_Alpha_Single_Cutaway.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gibson offers the choice of high-gloss Trans Amber or Ebony Black finish, with a three-ply black/white/black pickguard that offers a subtle look back toward its Gibson predecessors of the '60s. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Announces_the_RD_Standard_Exclusive.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT What do you play when you unplug? http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Submit_Your_Photos_Acoustic_Guitars.aspx Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Loaded with a specially wound Wolfetone P90 or optional Wolfetone Humbucker the Daylighter JR is for those who love that in your face JR attitude. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Kauer_Guitars_Introduces_Daylighter_Jr.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT This new Pig Hog line includes five different instrument cables with straight or right-angle plugs, two speaker cables (25 and 50 feet), and six microphone cables stretching from 3 to 50 feet in length. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Strukture_Releases_Pig_Hog_Cables.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT One is a new improved version of their previous Titanium Nickel strings, and the other is a complete new Stainless Steel string based on a core of Swedish steel of finest quality. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/EBS_Announces_New_Bass_Strings.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT This new cable line was developed by touring guitar tech Gil Divine over the past eight years while touring with a variety of artists. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/_Divine_Noise_Launches_New_Line_of_Handmade_Cables.aspx Premier Guitar Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Bee Buzz is a dual channel fuzz/boost pedal based on the original Roland Bee Baa. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Black_Cat_Pedals_Introduces_Bee_Buzz_Pedal.aspx Premier Guitar Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT CEO Jon Hill has been designing and building custom instruments for twenty five years. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jon_Hill_Launches_Bootleg_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Sat, 21 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Due to the complexity of the new Custom Shop Robotalk (RT1-RI), initial builds will be limited to only 240 units. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Xotic_Effects_Announces_Robotalk_RI.aspx Premier Guitar Sat, 21 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The assemblies are hand-wired in the United States and are designed to improve the performance of stock components but also provide the musician with more versatility in their pursuit of tones. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Sheptone_Releases_Fully_Assembled_Strat_Style_Pickguards.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gull Triple Voice Wah, Hobo Drive, Spindoctor-2, and four new Tonebugs: Booster, Fuzz, SenseWah, and Totenschläger http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/T_Rex_Unveils_7_New_Pedals.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new Whammy DT adds a host of mind-bending new capabilities including drop tuning, capo tuning, true bypass coupled with the famous Whammy. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DigiTech_Introduces_Whammy_DT_Pedal.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The event is a celebration of musicians and the instruments and equipment they use to make music. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Sweetwater_Announces_Gearfest_11.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Derived from the careful study of ‘70s vintage choruses, these pedals combine Tech 21 studio-grade performance with an entertaining, yet cleverly useful, array of never-before-heard sounds. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Tech_21_Releases_Boost_Chorus_and_Boost_Chorus_Bass_Pedals.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT New features include compatibility with any USB audio interface, 64-bit support, standalone capability and the new free trial version. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Line_6_Releases_POD_Farm_2_5_and_2_5_Platinum.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Traveler Guitar TB-4P Bass is a 32”-scale electric travel bass with a built-in headphone amplifier and 1/8” aux-in jack for jamming with your mp3 player. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Traveler_Guitar_Introduces_TB_4P_Bass.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 17 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Dupree was a prolific session player whose work can be found on records by Aretha Franklin, Paul Simon, James Brown, Joe Cocker, B.B. King, Otis Redding, and countless others. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Session_Great_Cornell_Dupree_Dies_at_Age_68.aspx Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Featuring sleek black nickel plated caps and EMG’s Solderless Installation System components, the JH Set consists of the JH-N (neck) and the JH-B (bridge). http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/James_Hetfield_Unleashes_New_EMG_Signature_Set_at_The_Big_4.aspx Fri, 13 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT We're asking for your help in letting us know more about you by taking a few minutes to fill out the Premier Guitar audience survey which focuses on reader demographics and lifestyle interests. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Take_Our_Survey_Win_a_PRS_Studio_and_Get_Two_Free_Issues.aspx Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT ATG-6 is an entirely DSP-based suite of functions that offer everything from flawless intonation to astonishing tonal flexibility to alternate tunings. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Antares_Audio_Technologies_Announces_ATG_6_Auto_Tune_Technology_for_Guitar.aspx Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Multiac Encore Nylon model offers incredible amplified nylon string sound with a very affordable price tag http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Godin_Releases_Multiac_Encore_Nylon.aspx Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The handwired Budda Twinmaster is a reissue of the groundbreaking amplifier that debuted in 1995. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Budda_Reissues_Legendary_Twinmaster_Amp.aspx Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Murphy joins Arlen Roth as a Delaney artist with a signature model offered to the public. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Delaney_Guitars_Unveils_Matt_Guitar_Murphy_Signature_Guitar.aspx Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Veillette Guitars has taken a very melodious look backward with the new Terz 6, a 22 inch scale acoustic 6-string that harks to the early 19th century, and brings all the intriguing hybrid tones of the incredibly successful Terz 12 (Terzilla). http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Veillette_Unveils_the_Terz_6_String_and_Cutaway_Models.aspx Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The GS Punisher-2 features a bolt-on, 34" scale neck with a rosewood fingerboard and diamond shaped inlays. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Cort_Unveils_New_Gene_Simmons_Punisher_2_Bass.aspx Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Today, the English-American rock supergroup Black Country Communion (BCC) launch the release of their first single “The Outsider,” available for free download at http://bit.ly/bccommunion. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Download_Black_Country_Communion_Single_The_Outsider.aspx Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The solidbody design is the next step in the evolution of Kala's line of 21-inch scale bass instruments equipped with Kala's proprietary polyurethane strings that are noted for their incredible bottom end. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Kala_Releases_Solid_Body_U_Bass.aspx Fri, 06 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new clear-coated strings are designed to have less unwanted overtones, more volume, and greater articulation than standard uncoated strings. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DR_Strings_Announces_Dragon_Skin_Clear_Coated_Acoustic_Guitar_Strings.aspx Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Each contest offers a monetary prize, performance opportunity, gear, and endorsements as part of its grand prize. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Guitar_Center_King_of_the_Blues_and_Ernie_Ball_Battle_of_the_Bands_In_Full_Swing.aspx Rebecca Dirks Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT In addition to standard Drive and Volume controls, the VHT V-Drive offers five more unique controls: Select, Texture, Depth, Tone, and Voltage. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VHT_Introduces_V_Drive_Pedal.aspx Thu, 05 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new V adds a low B string and active EMG pickups to appeal to metal guitarists. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Releases_Flying_V_7_String.aspx Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT This patent pending guitar system is a guitar stand with an integrated seat. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Iconic_Metal_Launches_with_AxSys_Guitar_Stand_Seat.aspx Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Peavey has initiated multiple actions against Behringer for various intellectual property issues, including patent infringement, false marking, trademark infringement and unfair competition. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Peavey_Electronics_Corporation_Files_Multiple_Federal_Lawsuits_Against_Behringer.aspx Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Classic sound and look of the past meets today’s new age of USB technology. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/MXL_Introduces_Worlds_First_USB_Ribbon_Microphone.aspx Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Foster honed his unique form of guitar craft by creating archtop, acoustic, and solidbody electric guitars, and counted Paul Simon as one of his biggest fans. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/New_Orleans_Luthier_Jimmy_Foster_Dies.aspx Jason Shadrick Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Among the products in the new line are a 6-way signal splitter, René Martinez Big Core guitar strings, René Martinez GraphitAll nut lubricant, a string winder, fretboard conditioner, guitar polish, and a custom tech tool set. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/SRV_Tech_Debuts_Line_of_Mojo_Musical_Supply_Tech_Tools.aspx Mon, 02 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Thunderdrive is an overdrive pedal kit that provides a strong clean signal boost in the early gain settings and smooth distortion at maximum gain settings. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Mod_Kits_DIY_Releases_the_Thunderdrive_Pedal_Kit.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Z Cable mimics the complex behavior of a guitar pickup, sending your amp a signal that is almost identical to what comes out of your guitar, bringing back all the sparkle, detail and depth of the original guitar signal, but with your effects integrated into the sound. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TheGigRig_Releases_Z_Cable.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Gibson USA Les Paul Studio '60s takes the stripped-down Studio template and adds high-performance electronics with a '60s-style SlimTaper neck profile and black chrome hardware. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Releases_the_Les_Paul_Studio_60s.aspx Tue, 26 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Android app joins the print magazine, digital magazine, website, mobile-optimized website, and iPad/iPhone apps as the latest portal by which readers can access PG's content. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Premier_Guitar_Launches_Free_Android_App.aspx Tue, 19 Apr 2011 12:00:00 GMT Each guitar brings together Gibson's famous shapes with the thinner body, neck and headstock of the Melody Maker series. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Introduces_New_Melody_Maker_Les_Paul_SG_Explorer_and_Flying_V.aspx Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT What has historically been one of the company’s best-selling products is receiving an upgraded, multiple abalone rosette inlay, body and neck binding, advanced scalloped x-bracing and genuine bone nut and saddle. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Cort_Upgrades_the_Earth_100_Acoustic_Guitar.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT With the new Custom Shop feature – directly accessible within AmpliTube using an online connection – over 200 gear models of stomp boxes, amplifiers, cabinets, microphones and rack effects can be browsed, auditioned and purchased à la carte. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/IK_Multimedia_Announces_the_Amplitube_Custom_Shop.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitars include the Performer, a chambered alder body with a highly figured maple top, the Soloist, a 13" semi-hollowbody with mahogany body and spruce top, and the Artist, a 15" semi-hollowbody with mahogany body and spruce top. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Sunset_Guitars_Debuts_With_Three_Models.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Model features include a single cutaway maple top with quilted maple veneer and thick mahogany back, a 24.5" scale length, 22-fret wide fat mahogany neck with ebony fretboard and PRS bird inlays, and a Tone Pros adjustable stoptail bridge. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/PRS_Announces_Fredrik_kesson_Opeth_Signature_SE.aspx Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT A 400-watt 1x12 bass combo with powered extension cabinet. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/ZT_Amplifiers_Announces_Bass_Stack.aspx Tue, 12 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Dark Matter Audio's touchscreen, app-enabled DMA-1 was released at Musikmesse billed as "the ultimate music production and performance tool." http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dark_Matter_Audio_Releases_DMA1_Touchscreen_Audio_Hub.aspx Sat, 09 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT New gear from Koch, Fender, Gibson, PRS, Nik Huber, Laney, Ashdown, and more. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Musikmesse_2011_Day_3.aspx Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:00:00 GMT The new I-35 LC features high-quality laminate construction (LC) that faithfully reproduces the vintage semi-hollow tone and response desired by professional working musicians. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Collings_Introduces_the_I_35_LC.aspx Fri, 08 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The second day of Musikmesse brought the MIPA (Musikmesse International Press Award) announcements, and another heaping helping of beautiful gear to check out. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Musikmesse_2011_Day_2_and_MIPA_Award_Winners.aspx Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT Models include the GVT52-112 and 212 combos, GVT15-112 and 15H combo and head, GVT5-110 and 5H combo and head, and GVT112EW and GVT112E cabinets. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ampeg_Unveils_GVT_Series_Guitar_Amplifiers.aspx Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new Super-Sonic 100 head, Super Sonic 100 412 Straight Enclosure, Super Sonic 100 412 Slant Enclosure and Super-Sonic Twin combo are professional-level flagship amps and enclosures that raise the power of the Super-Sonic line to an arena-worthy 100 watts and introduce several sonically versatile new features. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_100_Watt_Super_Sonic_Amps_and_Cabinets.aspx Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Les Paul Standard Bass from Gibson USA takes the legendary Les Paul styling and the classic design and construction—and applies them to the low end, with an "oversized" Les Paul body. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Announces_Les_Paul_Standard_Bass_Oversized.aspx Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The instrument is a single-cutaway beauty with classic styling and full, resonant sound that combines features based directly on his original 1957 G6120 model with modern Gretsch features. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gretsch_Introduces_G6120DE_Duane_Eddy_Signature_Hollow_Body_Guitar.aspx Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new models are the 2 Uke, 2 Concert Uke, 2 Tenor Uke, 2K Uke, 2K Concert Uke, and 2K Tenor Uke. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Martin_Unveils_Six_New_Ukulele_Models.aspx Thu, 07 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT New gear and cool sights from the first day of Frankfurt's Musikmesse show http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Musikmesse_2011_Day_1.aspx Shawn Hammond Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:00:00 GMT Blackstar Amplification is extending their popular HT-5 line of all-tube amplifiers to include three new models equipped with a stereo digital reverb. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Blackstar_Adds_Reverb_to_HT_5_Series_Amps.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The PC-1 is a low-cost, high-performance clip-on tuner http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Korg_Releases_PC_1_Pitch_Clip_Guitar_and_Bass_Tuner.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The next generation of iconic “bean”-shaped direct-recording effects processors features HD amp modeling, over 100 M-class effects and an essential array of ins and outs. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Line_6_Introduces_POD_HD_Desktop.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The M5 packs all the 100+ effects of the M9 and M13 into a single-effect stompbox http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Line_6_Unveils_M5_Stompbox_Modeler.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT With fewer than 60 instruments slated for 2011, these beautiful instruments will be in very restricted supply. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Vox_Announces_USA_Custom_Shop_Guitars.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Flagship VOX modeling amplifier includes extras. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Vox_Announces_Valvetronix_Pro_VTX150_Neodymium_Amp.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new models include the 611HFM, 510V, 311H, and 120H http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Yamaha_Introduces_Four_New_Pacifica_Guitars.aspx Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT TC Electronic announces the new RH750 compact bass head boasting 750 watts of power and 1200 watts peak, as well as superior tonal capabilities and the well-known Bass Amp 2.0 feature set. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TC_Electronic_Introduces_RH750_Bass_Head.aspx Tue, 05 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The 15-watt Class-A amp is designed to have tons of gain and great responsiveness to address the needs of heavy metal and rock guitarists. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Orange_Announces_the_Dark_Terror_Amp.aspx Mon, 04 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Tremcaster's latest are a P-90 equipped solidbody and a class-A 1x12 combo. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Tremcaster_Announces_Dual_Ninety_Guitar_and_DoleSonic_Amp.aspx Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The design pays homage to vintage instruments, while incorporating exotic curves and JBG’s distinctive design features. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Joe_Bochars_JBG_Guitar_Unveils_The_Supertone_Solidbody.aspx Sat, 02 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Fender is proud to continue its long tradition of innovation by introducing the new Pawn Shop Series guitars. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fender_Introduces_Pawn_Shop_Series_Guitars.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Built in small batches by dedicated craftsmen and musicians at the Nordstrand custom shop in Yucaipa, California, these guitars are available direct starting at $2800. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Nordstrand_Releases_Nordy_vS_Electric_Guitar.aspx Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Scott Ian T-1000 Soloist features a super-sized mahogany body with a maple top and Seymour Duncan pickups. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jackson_Unveils_Scott_Ian_Signature_Model_Soloist.aspx Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Available in four and five-string models, the new Bromberg B24 and B25 basses are designed to please the most discriminating bass player. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Carvin_Announces_Brian_Bromberg_Signature_Basses.aspx Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The RD-316 is an adirondack top, all solid, nitrocellulose finished guitar with a MAP of $689. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Recording_King_Introduces_the_RD_316_Adirondack_Top_Acoustic.aspx Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Photon Fuzz gets its name from an active component in the circuit that utilizes infrared light to control the fuzz distortion element. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/FEA_Labs_Introduces_the_Photon_Fuzz.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Twin Mix allows for quick easy signal routing when using two inputs and/or two outputs without cumbersome and complicated Midi switching systems. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Morley_Releases_Twin_Mix_ABY_Box.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The R4000 Styple pickups are designed to be quiet, powerful and responsive—and expand the tonal palate of the bass. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Joe_Barden_Engineering_Introduces_Ric_4001_4003_Bass_Pickups.aspx Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Both are distinctive variations on the hugely successful original model, the USA-made EVH Wolfgang guitar designed by Eddie Van Halen. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/EVH_Introduces_USA_Wolfgang_Custom_and_Stealth_Guitars.aspx Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Basswitch IQ DI opens up new dimensions in bass-signal amplification and routing by providing multiple functions in a single compact unit that's designed to be used either in stand-alone mode or as the control center of a pedalboard. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Ruppert_Musical_Instruments_and_Lehle_Introduce_Basswitch_IQ_DI.aspx Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Slickstraps are all designed by Earl Slick in his New York studio. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/GuitarFetish_Introduces_Earl_Slicks_Slickstraps.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Submit your photos to be in our next reader gear gallery! http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Submit_Your_Photos_Desert_Island_Rig.aspx Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gibson brings the Thunderbird bass to a 30 1/2" scale. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Announces_Thunderbird_Short_Scale_Bass.aspx Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Guitarist for Shinedown, Perry Farrell, and more releases two models: the Protostar and Solostar. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Guitarist_Nick_Perri_Unveils_Line_of_Perri_Ink_Brand_Guitars.aspx Wed, 23 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Japanese-made V-Hawk Elite, features an ultra-thin neck, unique Chameleon finishes, and a Fernandes Sustainer. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fernandes_Announces_the_V_Hawk_Elite.aspx Tue, 22 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT As a single-ended switchable EL84/6V6 class-A amp, the Stinger 7 is designed to produce two overdrive accents (Yank or Brit, or both), flavored with the characters of each power tube. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gabriel_Sound_Garage_Releases_Stinger_7_Amp.aspx Sun, 20 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The AG model is available in 5- or 6-string versions and will be available August 2011 http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Michael_Tobias_Releases_New_MTD_Kingston_Andrew_Gouche_Signature_Bass.aspx Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gibson USA updated their stripped-down BFG Les Paul with a vibrato tailpiece and kill switch wiring. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Releases_Les_Paul_BFG_With_Trem.aspx Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The new Tremvelope combines studio quality stereo tremolo with envelope sensing to provide rotary effects that evolve and change, based on what you play. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Pigtronix_Introduces_the_Tremvelope_Envelope_Modulated_Tremolo.aspx Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Chris Martin, CEO of CF Martin Guitars, will be testifying for Fishman as the trial progresses. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fishman_Sues_Esteban_and_Home_Shopping_Network.aspx Tue, 15 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT With 100 percent of the lots sold, the final auction total more than tripled pre-sale expectations http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Eric_Claptons_Guitars_and_Amps_Make_2_15_Million_at_Bonhams.aspx Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Providence Chrono Delay is a feature-laden digital delay in an extremely compact, user-friendly package. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Godlyke_Releases_Providence_DLY_4_Chrono_Delay.aspx Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitar is receiving improved electronics, upgraded, multiple abalone rosette inlay, body and neck binding, advanced scalloped x-bracing and genuine bone nut and saddle for enhanced tone. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Cort_Revises_MR710_F_for_2011.aspx Wed, 09 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Featuring PureDIGITAL technology, JAM enables musicians to practice, record and rock out with ultimate tone using the guitar amps and effects in Apple’s GarageBand software on iPad 2 or Mac. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Apogee_Introduces_JAM_iPad_iPhone_and_iPod_Touch_Guitar_Interface.aspx Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The pedal has dual outputs for stereo or mono use, and Rate, Depth, Width, and Blend controls for a variety of chorus, vibrato, and rotary sounds. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DLS_Effects_Releases_Stereo_Chorus_Waves.aspx Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Tortex TIII combines the legendary tone and feel of Tortex material with the speed and precision-enhancing Jazz III tip http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Dunlop_Releases_Newly_Designed_Tortex_TIII_Picks.aspx Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The guitars feature solid-spruce tops and authentic blues-box sound http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/The_Loar_Releases_Small_Bodied_LO_16_Acoustics.aspx Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The adapter is designed to work with the VHT Special 6 and other 6V6-powered amps http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/VHT_Announces_6V6_to_EL84_Adapter_for_Special_6.aspx Tue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Gothic Mortes guitars feature dark, gothic design and new Gibson active humbuckers. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Introduces_Gothic_Mortes_Les_Paul_and_SG_Guitars.aspx Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Designed for Static X founding member, Asesino frontman, and Prong and Ministry bassist Tony Campos to match his power, bass growl, and stage character. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Fernandes_Announces_Tony_Campos_Signature_Tremor_5_Bass.aspx Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT In addition to its traditional Les Paul tonewoods, the Alex Lifeson Les Paul Axcess carries two high-output humbucking pickups with series/parallel options on its push-pull volume controls, and a Floyd Rose licensed unit loaded with GraphTech Ghost piezo bridge saddles. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Unveils_Alex_Lifeson_Signature_Les_Paul_Axcess.aspx Tue, 01 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT The M22 Rock Crusher Overdrive is designed to attain vintage '70s through present day rock tones, while the Alpha Drive is an ultra-sensitive, clear, amp-like overdrive pedal. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Freekish_Blues_Announces_M22_Rock_Crusher_and_Thaddeus_Hogarth_Signature_Alpha_Drive.aspx Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The 5 loop Mini Effect Gizmo is 3.25 x 8.5 x 1.6 inches http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/RJM_Music_Technology_Introduces_the_Mini_Effect_Gizmo.aspx Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The dual-function stompbox combinations include fuzz and vibe (a la Hendrix at Woodstock), overdrive and vibe (an SRV or Page essential), and compression and clean boost (that indispensable Nashville sound). http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/DVK_Technologies_Australian_Stompboxes_Come_to_the_U_S.aspx Sun, 27 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Gibson honors guitarist Billy Morrison with his own Gibson USA Signature Les Paul model http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Gibson_Announces_Billy_Morrison_Signature_Les_Paul.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT TASCAM introduces the DR-05, a new portable stereo recorder with high-resolution audio quality http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/TASCAM_Releases_DR_05_Recorder.aspx Premier Guitar Sun, 20 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Rocktron introduces the Texas Recoiler, part of the Rocktron Boutique Series of stompboxes http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Rocktron_Announces_Texas_Recoiler_Pedal.aspx Premier Guitar Sat, 19 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Jackson_Ampworks_Releases_Britain_3_0_Amp.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Levys_Announces_New_Acoustic_Guitar_Strap.aspx Premier Guitar Fri, 18 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT de Lisle introduce their newest amp--the 35P loaded with EF86/12AX7/6L6 tubes http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/De_Lisle_Guitar_Unveils_35P_Amp.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Slash auctions off his personal collection of guitars--Gibson and Epiphone Les Pauls, Fender Strat, BC Rich Mockingbird--clothing, and rockin' accessories http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Juliens_Auctions_Announces_Auction_of_Slash_Collection.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Joe Bonamassa and German cable company KLOTZ a.i.s. collaborate on a new line of guitar cables http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/KLOTZ_a_is_Introduces_Joe_Bonamassa_Signature_Cable.aspx Premier Guitar Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Guitarist Charlie Farren and Campbell American Guitars release the fruit of their collaboration--the F-Man guitar http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Campbell_American_Announces_F_Man_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Hottie Inc releases their new Hottie 429 model that is derived from '70s American muscle cars http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Hottie_Inc_Introduces_Hottie_429_Electric_Guitar.aspx Premier Guitar Wed, 16 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT New exhibit addresses evolution of the guitar, its history and cultural impact, and the science of sound http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/_Guitar_The_Instrument_That_Rocked_the_World_Exhibit_Opens_at_Connecticut_Museum.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 15 Feb 2011 15:55:00 GMT CEC Amplification announces a unique opportunity for guitarists everywhere to have their voices heard by being included in the development of a brand new amplifier called the Brigand http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/CEC_Amplification_Invites_Guitarists_to_Join_Development_Group_of_Brigand_Amp.aspx Premier Guitar Tue, 15 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT B.B. Blaster Amplification introduces a new amp: 15 watt BBG15FX, which includes built-in effects like reverb and delay http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/B_B_Blaster_Amplification_Announces_BBG15FX_Amp.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Empress_Effects_Releases_Multidrive_Pedal.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT ToadWorks USA releases a new line of switching products under a new brand name: True-Bypass http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/ToadWorks_Releases_True_Bypass_Switching_Pedals.aspx Premier Guitar Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Highlights include a 1960 Gibson Les Paul Standard Chery Sunburst, a 1937 Martin D-18 Sunburst, and 1961 Rickenbacker 4001 Fireglo Bass http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Heritage_to_Auction_Rare_Vintage_Guitars_February_18_20.aspx Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Although part of the Jazz Series, this archtop hollowbody’s feature set is designed to work for jazz, blues, and even rock. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Washburn_Guitars_Introduces_the_J600_Vintage_Jazz_Box.aspx Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Based on the extremely popular existing R314K and R320SWR vintage models, these new parlors offer the same great features without the “vintage” finish. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Washburn_Guitars_Introduces_Two_New_Parlor_Acoustics.aspx Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Guitar junkie and fixture at Dallas and Arlington Guitar Shows, Zebulon “Zeb” Cash-Lane passed away on February 8 at age 65, at his home in Arlington, Texas http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Zebulon_Cash_Lane_1945_2011.aspx Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History has recently acquired the Van Halen “Frank 2” guitar played and made famous by Eddie Van Halen through a partnership donation with Fender Musical Instruments. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Eddie_Van_Halens_Frank_2_Donated_to_The_Smithsonians_National_Museum_of_American_History.aspx Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The re-voiced preamp has more clean headroom and still produces gorgeous crunch in the Hot setting and the Melt setting has even sweeter distortion than the original Gem. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Mack_Amps_Launches_Gem_2G_Guitar_Amplifier.aspx Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Empire represents years of attention and ultra-detailed research into the subtleties of several eras of EL34-based British amps ranging from the mid-sixties up through the ‘90s. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/65amps_Introduces_the_Empire.aspx Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Danelectro_Reissues_the_56_Single_Cutaway_Guitar.aspx Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Concrode is a semi-hollow, high-edn bass with a 14" wide body and radiused spruce top. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Veillette_Guitars_Introduces_the_Concorde_Semi_Hollow_Bass.aspx Wed, 09 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The eXcalibur models utilize an innovative new hybrid construction method which combines point to point wiring, circuit tracing, and turret style construction. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Matchless_Introduces_eXcalibur_30_and_35.aspx Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Guitar Rest turns virtually any flat surface into a guitar stand. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Planet_Waves_Releases_the_Guitar_Rest.aspx Tue, 08 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Irish_Blues_Rocker_Gary_Moore_1952_2011.aspx Andy Ellis Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The well regarded bass amp company unveiled new amps and pedals to their DV Mark guitar product line http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Markbass_DV_Mark_Makes_US_Debut_Launches_New_Products.aspx Mon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT It is with sadness that KMC Music announces the passing of Charles H. Kaman, founder of Kaman Corporation. http://www.premierguitar.com/Magazine/Issue/Daily/News/Charles_H_Kaman_Founder_of_Kaman_Corporation_Dies_at_91.aspx Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT