Winzz Guitars proudly announces the launch of the WGS150 Gravity PRO, the flagship model in the company’s new Gravity Series of electric guitars. The WGS150 stands as Winzz’s statement of purpose — combining refined design, precision craftsmanship, and professional-level performance at an unbelievable player-friendly price point. Built for musicians who demand more from their instruments, the WGS150 bridges traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation to inspire guitarists around the world.
The WGS150 features a flame maple top paired with either a selected North American alder body (offered in Maldives Blue and Cherry Red) or African mahogany (available in Jungle Green and Midnight Purple). Its contoured offset body merges comfort and style, while a curved arm cut and ergonomic asymmetric heel joint allow effortless access to the highest frets. The 25 ½-inch scale, five-bolt roasted Canadian maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard deliver both strength and silky playability. Winzz’s signature “glider neck” C+D profile blends speed with comfort for a feel that adapts to any style. Medium stainless-steel frets improve sustain and accuracy, while white ring inlays and Luminlay side dots ensure precision even on dimly lit stages.
At its core, the WGS150 is powered by a custom Alnico V SSH pickup configuration, combining a medium-high-output humbucker with vintage-voiced single coils for a wide tonal palette. A push-pull tone control engages series-parallel switching, delivering everything from crisp single-coil shimmer to full-bodied humbucker punch. The carefully tuned internal circuitry and durable anti-oxidation components provide consistent, noise-free performance for both stage and studio environments.
Every detail of the WGS150 is designed for reliability and expression. A premium two-point tremolo bridge with block saddles enhances tuning precision and sustain, while a synthetic bone nut, locking tuners, and 4+2 headstock layout maintain stable string tension and balance. Each instrument ships fully set up and ready to perform right out of the box.
Born from a partnership between passionate guitar builders from Germany’s village of Winz and Aileen Music in China, Winzz Guitars blends German precision with Chinese industriousness — a union that celebrates both artistry and innovation. Guided by the belief that music should be accessible to everyone, Winzz creates instruments that invite players to “find their voice and make every stage their own.” The WGS150 embodies that mission, offering a professional instrument that welcomes beginners, creators, and seasoned musicians alike.
For more information on the WGS150 Gravity PRO and other Winzz Guitars instruments, please visit www.winzzguitars.com
Guitarist Doug Gillard breaks down his iconic black Les Paul, his tone secrets, early Cleveland punk roots, composed solos, and the gear behind “I Am a Tree.”
Doug Gillard (Guided by Voices, Nada Surf) joins the Axe Lords to dissect his signature sound , explain why why he’s one of the few “indie rock guys” running a Mesa Dual Rectifier and—bonus!-gives the A-Lords a guided tour of his battle-worn ’76 Les Paul Custom.
Doug — who also played bass in Dave’s Band Valley Lodge — breaks down his approach to composed solos, the harmony and capo tricks behind “I Am a Tree,” and how Cleveland punk, college radio, glam, and right-hand tapping shaped his style. Along the way: how annoying Tom is to work with in the studio, early guitars from Sears and Gibson, Cleveland-scene lore, surviving GBV’s marathon shows, and the most intense comedy monologue since Andy Kaufman shuffled off this mortal coil.
Axe Lords is presented in partnership with Premier Guitar. Hosted by Dave Hill, Cindy Hulej and Tom Beaujour. Produced by Studio Kairos. Executive Producer is Kirsten Cluthe. Edited by Justin Thomas at Revoice Media. Engineered by Patrick Samaha. Recorded at Kensaltown East. Artwork by Mark Dowd. Theme music by Valley Lodge.
Season 2 of Axe Lords kicks off with a legend: Lita Ford joins Dave, Cindy, and Tom for one of the heaviest, wildest, most guitar-nerd–satisfying episodes we’ve ever done. Lita talks about reinventing herself after The Runaways, why she insisted on a three-piece band to prove her guitar chops, and how she developed a voice on the instrument that producers once criticized—until legends like Billy Gibbons co-signed her sound.
And yes: Lita plugs in, cranks a Boss Katana, and rips a live performance that might be the most rock-and-roll ending to an Axe Lords episode yet.
Axe Lords is hosted by Dave Hill, Cindy Hulej, and Tom Beaujour. Produced by Studio Kairos. Presented in partnership with Premier Guitar. Artwork by Mark Dowd. Theme Music by Valley Lodge. Follow and subscribe to Axe Lords @axelordspod.
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The Australian shredder keeps things simple with signature PRS, Orange, and Gibson gear.
Australian guitarist Orianthi, known for her blistering solo work in addition to her collaborations with superstars like Carlos Santana, Alice Cooper, and Carrie Underwood, stopped through Nashville on her current tour. PG’s John Bohlinger joined Orianthi to get a look at her rig, and it turns out she doesn’t need too many tools to get the job done.
Orianthi’s signature PRS, based on the Custom 24 and made of Brazilian rosewood, honors the color of her very first Hendrix t-shirt, finished in blooming lotus glow. It’s got custom pickups created by Paul Reed Smith himself, and it’s strung with Ernie Ball .009-gauge strings.
Cherry Bomb
This is Orianthi’s signature, cherry-finish Gibson SJ-200, which she helped create in Montana with her friends Rae Vinton and Robi Johns. They built it with a thinner, ES-345-style neck, and modded the pickup with L.R. Baggs over Zoom.
Orange-ianthi
Orianthi’s signature 50-watt Orange Oriverb was put together with the late designer Pat Foley, a close friend. The main trick is that it’s loaded with plenty of reverb, a taste Orianthi developed early on thanks to her father’s Fender Twins and Music Man amps.
Orianthi’s Pedalboard
Orianthi’s playing does most of the heavy lifting, but this humble board contributes some muscle. There’s a Dunlop Cry Baby EVH wah, Dunlop Authentic Hendrix ’68 Shrine Series Octavio, Dunlop Authentic Hendrix ’68 Shrine Series Uni-Vibe, MXR Analog Chorus, Boss BF-2, Boss DD-3, and a Boss TU-3.
PG contributor @TomButwin dives into the latest evolution of the green-box legacy: the TWA Source Code SC‑01 Overdrive. Designed by the legendary Susumu Tamura (yes—the original mind behind the TS808), this pedal combines vintage tone and handmade USA craftsmanship with serious modern enhancements: internal 18v voltage-boosting circuitry for extra headroom, a multi-transistor input buffer to preserve your guitar’s core tone, and a unique “Bite” control for dialing in even-order harmonics and amp-style saturation.
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