manson guitars

Matt Bellamy designs his own signature Manson Guitar Works instruments and took ownership of the company when Hugh Manson retired in 2019.

Photo by Debi Del Grande

Muse returns to self-producing on Will of the People, an album teeming with formidable anthems that navigate themes of fear, politics, dystopia, compliance, corruption, and other topics concerning the world order.

Decked out in black ninja-like uniforms with mosaic mirrored masks obscuring their faces, Muse opens their current shows with the powerful, sing-along chant of “Will of the People,” the anthemic title track off their latest album. From that song’s infectious shuffle until the very end of the concert’s encore, people are jumping out of their seats, and appear to be completely mesmerized.

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Muse's guitar leader's latest namesake model looks stripped-down, but offers many practical extras.

 
 

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Pros:
Nice price. Well-placed kill switch. Feels super sturdy.

Cons:
Pickups can feel midrange heavy.

Street:
$599

Cort Manson MBM-1 Matt Bellamy Signature
mansonguitarworks.com


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