Premier Guitar features affiliate links to help support our content. We may earn a commission on any affiliated purchases.

GALLERY: Lollapalooza 2015

Three days of guitar highlights from Chicago’s world-renowned festival.

Gary Clark Jr.
While recently honored with his own Epiphone Casino signature model—and he did play it the most during his Lolla set—Clark busted out two new 6-strings for his return to Chicago’s Grant Park. The 2013 SG was a gift from the Foo Fighters’ Pat Smear, who gave it to him during the filming of the Austin episode for Sonic Highways. According to Clark’s tech, “It’s Clark’s first live guitar with humbuckers, which has given the guitar slinger a harder sound than his typical P-90-equipped guitars, but he loves them!” He also used a white 2000s Fender Custom Shop Strat for soul-fused numbers like “Hold On” on his upcoming album The Story of Sonny Boy Slim.

-

Crank the heat! PG's John Bohlinger plugs into the boutique-built Sterling Vermin, a modern twist on the iconic Rat distortion. Hear it rip through Strats, Teles, and a Les Paul with classic snarl and smooth silicon/BAT41 clipping.

Read MoreShow less

The Sunset is a fully analog, zero latency bass amplifier simulator. It features a ¼” input, XLR and ¼” outputs, gain and volume controls and extensive equalization. It’s intended to replace your bass amp both live and in the studio.

Read MoreShow less

PG contributor Tom Butwin reveals his favorite songwriting secret weapon: the partial capo. Watch how the Shubb C7 and C8 can simulate alternate tunings without retuning your guitar—and spark fresh creative ideas instantly.

Read MoreShow less

PRS Guitars celebrates 40 years with the limited edition McCarty SC56. Featuring vintage-inspired design and modern innovations, this single-cutaway guitar pays tribute to Ted McCarty and his impact on the industry. With only 400 pieces available, this instrument is a must-have for collectors and performers alike.

Read MoreShow less