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1966 Fender Jaguar
This 1966 Fender Jaguar features a rare candy apple red finish with matching headstock, gold hardware, and a maple fretboard with pearl block inlays and black binding. Sweet. From
This 1966 Fender Jaguar features a rare candy apple red finish with matching headstock, gold hardware, and a maple fretboard with pearl block inlays and black binding. Sweet.
From our friends at Blue Chip Guitars
Concord, New Hampshire
Gibson, the iconic instrument brand, has shaped sound across generations and genres of music, becoming one of the most relevant, played, and loved guitar brands worldwide. As a true pioneer of the electric guitar and pickup design, Gibson’s nearly 90 years of research and manufacturing have defined the sound of countless musicians and music lovers. Since 1935, Gibson has been the source of the world’s finest pickups—standard-setting components wound in its own factories, though not widely known to the public. Gibson’s original “Patent Applied For” humbuckers™ from the 1950s are considered the holy grail of humbucking tone, highly influential and often imitated, and every modern Gibson pickup continues that tradition of superior construction, crafted in Nashville, Tennessee, from premium materials using time-tested methods.
Today, the Gibson Pickup Shop proudly introduces the 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3, limited to only 1,000 sets and available at authorized Gibson dealers, Gibson Garage locations in Nashville and London, and online at Gibson.com.
“With the 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3, we’ve pushed the boundaries of historical accuracy and tonal integrity even further,” says Jared Brandon, Pickup Product Manager. “Every detail—from the Double Vintage White butyrate bobbins to the Alnico 3 roughcast magnets—was chosen to honor the spirit and sonic magic of the original ‘Patent Applied For’ pickups. This set is not just a tribute; it’s a time capsule for tone purists and collectors alike.”
Explore your sound with the 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3 HERE, and view the full Gibson Pickup Shop Collection, HERE.
Revered by players and collectors alike, Gibson’s legendary “Patent Applied For” humbucking pickups have inspired countless replicas over the decades. The originals featured a range of Alnico magnet types—including Alnico 2, Alnico 3, and Alnico 4—and remain among the most sought-after vintage components in existence, especially when the rare opportunity arises to acquire a set.
Through a meticulous process involving 3D scanning, scientific analysis, reverse engineering of late-1950s examples, and reference to archival Gibson specifications, the Gibson Pickup Shop has crafted its most precise reproductions to date. This Collector’s Edition Series 3 set comes housed in a premium Lifton™ case and showcases Double Vintage White butyrate bobbins, Alnico 3 roughcast long magnets, historically accurate nickel covers, and aged Cream M69 mounting rings. Every metal component—from the silver-nickel covers and baseplates to the screws and springs—has been expertly aged by the Murphy Lab team. Only 1,000 sets will be produced, each serialized with 1959-style numbering.
Dipping their toe into the digital bath of glitch synthesis pedals, Electro-Harmonix introduces the Pico-sized Atomic Cluster Spectral Decomposer. Unlike any other EHX pedal before, the Atomic Cluster uses a unique algorithm to reduce the frequency resolution of your instrument and create a wide range of effects from rhythmic lo-fi glitch and auto-arpeggio tones to ambient synth pads and more.
Housed in EHX’s Pico-sized chassis, the Atomic Cluster main controls for sound manipulation are ATOMS and SPEED. ATOMS controls the number of simultaneous resonant oscillations produced at a time, creating more pixelated, glitchier sound as oscillations are reduced. SPEED adjusts the oscillation refresh rate, ranging from more rhythmic effects to complete random chaos. This rate can also be set by tap tempo. Additional VOL and BLEND controls adjust overall output level and wet/dry mix respectively. A MODE button selects between oscillation transition envelope shapes. SHARP creates instant, choppy effects, while SMOOTH can be used to build more lush, ambient sounds.
This compact sound twister ships with standard EHX 9 Volt power supply, is available now and has a U.S. Street Price of $129.00.
Phish’s Trey Anastasio is back again on this week’s extra-special episode of Wong Notes. The expansive conversation goes from the mundane to the massive: Trey shares the meaningful gift he bought himself for his 60th birthday, reflects on his most meaningful song, dissects boredom and nostalgia in the streaming era, and names the young bands impressing him most these days.
Then, Trey and Cory dig deep into the songwriting process, and Trey reflects on how his songwriting has (and hasn’t) changed over his length career: “Maybe it’s some kind of human nature, that you’re kind of fighting against who you actually, really are,” he offers. He then opens up the files and plays a few unreleased (and vintage) demos! At this stage in his career, what is Trey Anastasio hoping to accomplish, and has his approach to making music changed? Tune in to find out.
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Taylor Guitars, the leading global builder of premium acoustic guitars, today announces two new special edition acoustic guitars developed in partnership with Guitars 4 Vets (G4V), a nonprofit organization that helps U.S. veterans affected by PTSD and other service-related trauma to heal through the power of music. The Guitars 4 Vets 814ce Special Edition Blacktop and Guitars 4 Vets GS Mini Camo Special Edition celebrate the nation's veterans and pay tribute to their service with distinctive patriotic design elements. For every guitar purchased through authorized Taylor dealers, Taylor will donate to G4V's nationwide program. The new models follow the September release of the Guitars 4 Vets GS Mini Americana Special Edition, continuing Taylor's commitment to supporting veterans through music.
"At Taylor, we believe in the power of music to uplift, heal and connect," says Andy Powers, President and Chief Guitar Designer at Taylor Guitars. "We make easy-to-play guitars that help people bring more music into the world because we've seen how transformative guitars and music can be in people's lives. When we learned about the work Guitars for Vets is doing—using music to help veterans heal—it was a natural fit. We're honored to support their mission with these special edition models."
HOW G4V'S GUITAR INSTRUCTION PROGRAM WORKS
Guitars for Vets provides qualifying veterans with a free 10-week, one-on-one guitar instruction program taught by volunteer instructors. After completing the sessions, graduates are given their own guitar and accessory kit to keep, empowering them to continue their musical journey. By combining instruction with the healing power of music, G4V helps veterans build confidence, find connection with others, and experience the proven mental health benefits of learning to play guitar. The program operates through 300 locations nationwide and via video conference in areas that do not yet have a physical location.
"Support like this great partnership with Taylor helps fund our program and raises awareness about the positive impact we can have on veterans' lives," says Nigel Fischer, Director of Advancement for Guitars for Vets. "Customers who buy these guitars aren't just getting beautiful instruments; they're helping put guitars in the hands of veterans in need, where music can truly make a difference."
GUITARS 4 VETS 814CE SPECIAL EDITION BLACKTOP
Boasting premium tonewoods, appointments and visual details, this special edition cutaway Grand Auditorium delivers incredible playing comfort and all-purpose musical versatility. Figured AA-grade Indian rosewood back and sides paired with Sitka spruce top yield dynamic tonal character with warm lows, pristine trebles and a slightly scooped midrange. Internal V-Class bracing produces louder volume, longer sustain and improved harmonic agreement between notes.
A bold blacktop soundboard commands attention, its dramatic finish beautifully framed by green abalone edge trim and Hawaiian koa binding around the body, soundhole, fretboard and peghead. Five-Star fretboard inlays and a Faceted Star peghead inlay—inspired by the stars of the U.S. flag—are rendered in mother-of-pearl. The appointment package also includes a figured koa backstrip and heel cap, a green abalone peghead logo, an ebony backstrap, dark-stained bone bridge pins with Australian opal green dots and Gotoh 510 antique chrome tuners with black buttons. A special interior label indicates this model's special-edition status.
Key Specifications:
Back/Side Wood: Figured AA-Grade Indian Rosewood
Top Wood: Sitka Spruce
Neck: Mahogany
Fretboard: West African Ebony
Nut Width: 1-3/4"
Scale Length: 25-1/2"
Bracing: V-Class
Electronics: Claria
GUITARS 4 VETS GS MINI CAMO SPECIAL EDITION
This special edition GS Mini features custom camouflage artwork with a shaded edgeburst on its soundboard. Designed to be the ultimate musical companion, the easy-playing GS Mini is a great choice for on-the-go musicians and players who enjoy the comfort of a smaller guitar. A torrefied spruce top and layered sapele back and sides deliver rich, bold acoustic tone with played-in sonic character. Appointments include a matte-finish body and neck, Italian acrylic 4mm dot fretboard inlays and chrome tuners.
Key Specifications:
Back/Side Wood: Layered Sapele
Top Wood: Torrefied Spruce
Neck: Mahogany
Fretboard: West African Ebony
Nut Width: 1-11/16"
Scale Length: 23-½"
Bracing: X-Brace
Electronics: None
AVAILABILITY
The Guitars 4 Vets 814ce Special Edition Blacktop and Guitars 4 Vets GS Mini Camo Special Edition are available now at authorized Taylor Guitars dealers. Limited availability in Q4 2025, with additional quantities arriving in Q1 2026.
For more information about the new Guitars 4 Vets models, please visit taylorguitars.com.
ABOUT GUITARS FOR VETS
Guitars for Vets is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping U.S. veterans affected by PTSD and other service-related trauma to heal through the power of music. Through free guitar lessons and support, G4V provides veterans with a positive outlet for expression and connection.
Looking to expand your tonal options? We've got the Koch Jupiter 45 on deck for our latest giveaway from Guitars.net. This 45-watt combo is designed as a true player's amp, blending vintage aesthetics with modern flexibility. Enter before December 10, 2025 for your chance to WIN!
The Koch Jupiter is a 45 Watt boutique, vintage style combo amp, that is equally at home in live, recording or rehearsal sessions. This unique tone classic features independent volume and gain controls for both the Clean (Cool) and overdrive (Hot) channels. The overdrive (hot) features a Boost which gives the Jupiter three channels. The shared EQ section (Bass, Middle, Treble) can be further sculpted with the Contour Switch, allowing either a warm, mid-rich vintage tone, or a scooped, more modern and open sound.
The Koch Jupiter combo comes with a two button footswitch with another unique feature. The left button switches between the Cool and Hot Channel, and the right button can be set to turn either the Channel 2 Boost on/off, or the Reverb on/off, allowing you full control over your sound…right at your feet!
Further features of the Jupiter include the Dimmer Control which acts as an attenuator to allow you real tube saturated tube tone at any volume, front mounted Reverb control, 4/8/16 Ohm Speaker Outputs and Speaker Emulated Direct Output with Passive Filtering. Finally, there is a buffered effects loop to allow the addition of your favorite pedals or effects units.
The Jupiter was designed as a player’s amp, with as much tonal control and flexibility as possible in a compact, lightweight combo. From the bell-like clean tones to the punchy, yet dynamic overdrive channels, the Jupiter delivers pure vintage tone.