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“After playing a few of these on set, instantly I realized how versatile these new models are”
Gibson's new Les Paul Studio Session offers unmatched access and tonal flexibility Gibson announced the release of the Les Paul™ Studio Session just months after releasing the revamped Les Paul Studio. The debut of the LP Session offers a reimagined and enhanced...
“All the explosive attack, dynamic excitement, and percussive intensity of the originals”
The coveted Mark IIC+ from MESA/Boogie returns worldwide, with the tonestack and features of a legend After much anticipation, MESA/Boogie® has recreated the Mark IIC+, one of the most renowned guitar amplifiers ever made. The new Mark IIC+ 1x12 Combo and Head are...
Gibson Custom announces the Jimmy Page EDS-1275 Doubleneck VOS in ’69 Cherry
Made in close collaboration from the legendary Jimmy Page, this model sees his iconic doubleneck recreated as it would have appeared before the wear and tear of touring In the wake of the monumental Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition and Jimmy...
Gibson Band releases benefit single “I Can Breathe” featuring Duff McKagan, Slash, and Gibson CEO Cesar Gueikian
A worldwide contribution on “Giving Tuesday” via Gibson Records in support of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Today, on Giving Tuesday, Gibson Records announced the release of a new benefit single titled "I Can Breathe" by the Gibson Band, a collective of...
Gibson and H Bar C Ranchwear offer new Dove unisex apparel collection inspired by 1960s Laurel Canyon
Denim shirt, t-shirt, and tour jacket designs drawing inspiration from the iconic Gibson Dove acoustic guitar Gibson and H Bar C Ranchwear have collaborated to launc the H Bar C x Gibson Dove Collection. Drawing inspiration from the iconic Gibson Dove™ acoustic guitar...
Video: The art and precision behind Gibson’s iconic acoustic guitar bridges
Gibson TV series “The Process” offers an exclusive look into the intricate design and construction of Gibson acoustic guitar bridges In a new deep dive, Gibson TV series “The Process” offers an exclusive look at the intricate design and construction of Gibson acoustic...
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“After playing a few of these on set, instantly I realized how versatile these new models are”
Gibson's new Les Paul Studio Session offers unmatched access and tonal flexibility Gibson announced the release of the Les Paul™ Studio Session just months after releasing the revamped Les Paul Studio. The debut of the LP Session offers a reimagined and enhanced...
“All the explosive attack, dynamic excitement, and percussive intensity of the originals”
The coveted Mark IIC+ from MESA/Boogie returns worldwide, with the tonestack and features of a legend After much anticipation, MESA/Boogie® has recreated the Mark IIC+, one of the most renowned guitar amplifiers ever made. The new Mark IIC+ 1x12 Combo and Head are...
Gibson Custom announces the Jimmy Page EDS-1275 Doubleneck VOS in ’69 Cherry
Made in close collaboration from the legendary Jimmy Page, this model sees his iconic doubleneck recreated as it would have appeared before the wear and tear of touring In the wake of the monumental Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition and Jimmy...
Only at Gibson: Check out the latest exclusive finishes, Custom Select models, Epiphone, Kramer, and more
November 2024 saw some seriously desirable exclusive Gibson, Kramer, and Epiphone guitars land on Gibson.com and at the Gibson Garage Welcome to a new monthly series in which we'll be rounding up the latest and greatest instruments that you can buy only at the Gibson...
Kramer reinvents a hard rock classic with the 84 HH series
Take the plunge with an axe with 80s attitude, plus a variety of finishes including AAAA quilt maple tops It’s no exaggeration to state that the Kramer 84 is one of the most influential electric guitar designs of all time. Now, the legend has been brought bang up to...
Three new versions of the famous Gibson Hummingbird—now with cutaways for extended expression
Access to the upper frets means you can fly even higher with the Hummingbird Studio EC, Standard EC, and Standard Rosewood EC models The Gibson Hummingbird™ is an icon of popular music, and now it’s more versatile and expressive than ever. Equipped with cutaway bodies...
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Gibson Custom announces the Jimmy Page EDS-1275 Doubleneck VOS in ’69 Cherry
Made in close collaboration from the legendary Jimmy Page, this model sees his iconic doubleneck recreated as it would have appeared before the wear and tear of touring In the wake of the monumental Jimmy Page 1969 EDS-1275 Doubleneck Collector’s Edition and Jimmy...
Gibson Band releases benefit single “I Can Breathe” featuring Duff McKagan, Slash, and Gibson CEO Cesar Gueikian
A worldwide contribution on “Giving Tuesday” via Gibson Records in support of the National Alliance on Mental Illness Today, on Giving Tuesday, Gibson Records announced the release of a new benefit single titled "I Can Breathe" by the Gibson Band, a collective of...
Video: Yordano shares his guitar journey in the latest episode of “Mi Epiphone”
Discover Epiphone’s crucial role in GRAMMY®-nominated Yordano's musical career In the latest episode of “Mi Epiphone,” renowned Venezuelan singer-songwriter Yordano opens up about his deep connection with guitars. In this exclusive interview, he reveals how he fell in...
Video: Five essential guitar tips to play and sound like Jimi Hendrix
The Gibson Gear Guide brings you closer to the unmatched style of a true innovator and master of his craft It's difficult to think of a guitarist who had a greater impact on the evolution of electric guitar playing than Jimi Hendrix. If you'd love to play and sound...
Gibson Gives and Cheap Trick raise over $60,000 for Guitars for Vets organization
Funds were collected during the “Rock To Remember” benefit concert at the Gibson Garage in Nashville In a memorable night blending music and philanthropy, Gibson Gives—the charitable arm of the iconic global instrument brand Gibson—and the nonprofit organization...
“She owned her own power and creative abilities—even today, this can be difficult in a patriarchal industry”
Emily Wolfe discusses the career and impact of trailblazing guitarist and singer Mary Ford Emily Wolfe is no stranger to Gibson fans. In recent times, the Epiphone signature artist sat on the Gibson Gear Guide couch with Dinesh Lekhraj to talk Sheratons, pedalboard...
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Video: Yordano shares his guitar journey in the latest episode of “Mi Epiphone”
Discover Epiphone’s crucial role in GRAMMY®-nominated Yordano's musical career In the latest episode of “Mi Epiphone,” renowned Venezuelan singer-songwriter Yordano opens up about his deep connection with guitars. In this exclusive interview, he reveals how he fell in...
Video: The art and precision behind Gibson’s iconic acoustic guitar bridges
Gibson TV series “The Process” offers an exclusive look into the intricate design and construction of Gibson acoustic guitar bridges In a new deep dive, Gibson TV series “The Process” offers an exclusive look at the intricate design and construction of Gibson acoustic...
Video: Learn these finger grouping hacks for effortless guitar chord changes
Discover the techniques underpinning smooth transitions between chords Are you finding chord transitions challenging on your guitar journey? The fine folks from the Gibson App have released a new video tutorial with Irene Ketikidi that will help you make your chord...
Video: Five essential guitar tips to play and sound like Jimi Hendrix
The Gibson Gear Guide brings you closer to the unmatched style of a true innovator and master of his craft It's difficult to think of a guitarist who had a greater impact on the evolution of electric guitar playing than Jimi Hendrix. If you'd love to play and sound...
Quick and easy chord changes—master Am, Em, and G transitions quickly with this Gibson App video
Getting your playing into tip-top shape leads to inspiration In this Gibson App video, Irene Ketikidi offers some tips on making your chord transitions flow with ease. With an A minor, E minor, and G major chord progression, she guides you toward noticing things like...
Video: How to smooth your guitar chord transitions with an anchor note
Get efficient transitions happening using this simple concept Continuing the concept of “anchoring” from the previous Gibson App lesson, here Irene Ketikidi shows you how to use your pinky finger as an anchor while everything is changing around it to produce a...
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Video: Learn these finger grouping hacks for effortless guitar chord changes
Discover the techniques underpinning smooth transitions between chords Are you finding chord transitions challenging on your guitar journey? The fine folks from the Gibson App have released a new video tutorial with Irene Ketikidi that will help you make your chord...
Video: Five essential guitar tips to play and sound like Jimi Hendrix
The Gibson Gear Guide brings you closer to the unmatched style of a true innovator and master of his craft It's difficult to think of a guitarist who had a greater impact on the evolution of electric guitar playing than Jimi Hendrix. If you'd love to play and sound...
Quick and easy chord changes—master Am, Em, and G transitions quickly with this Gibson App video
Getting your playing into tip-top shape leads to inspiration In this Gibson App video, Irene Ketikidi offers some tips on making your chord transitions flow with ease. With an A minor, E minor, and G major chord progression, she guides you toward noticing things like...
Video: How to smooth your guitar chord transitions with an anchor note
Get efficient transitions happening using this simple concept Continuing the concept of “anchoring” from the previous Gibson App lesson, here Irene Ketikidi shows you how to use your pinky finger as an anchor while everything is changing around it to produce a...
How to record pro acoustic guitar sounds in your home studio on a budget
It's never been easier to record professional-quality acoustic guitar sounds at home. Find out how in this in-depth guide The technological advances of the past 25 years have touched us all in countless ways. For musicians, it means the ability to make high-quality...
Master a guitar chord progression used in tons of hits
Learn how to make great use of common notes to smooth out chord progressions In this Gibson App video, Irene Ketikidi guides you through a common chord progression: the G-D-Em-C sequence. This progression is ubiquitous in popular music and forms the basis of countless...
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What makes the Gibson Les Paul Supreme, SG Supreme, and ES Supreme evolving works of art?
The Supreme Collection was launched with innovation in mind and contains elevated versions of the iconic Gibson Les Paul, SG and ES guitars. Find out more and read the origin story of their Art Deco headstock inlay here With the arrival of the Gibson ES™ Supreme...
Shoegaze: The dreamlike guitar-driven genre defined by My Bloody Valentine and Ride
What is the shoegaze aesthetic, and how does one unravel it? What constitutes a proper shoegaze band? Nobody can pin it down. All one can say with some certainty is that timbre and mood are central to it. The genre might be creatively described as the music industry’s...
Revolutionary 1950s designs from the Gibson archives revealed afresh
Just what went on in the heads of creative teams during Gibson's golden age? In a new article on Reverb.com, renowned guitar historian Tony Bacon takes us back in time with a newly published exploration of drawings from the Gibson archives. He chronicles long-hidden...
A love-letter to the Gibson Les Paul
70 years may be a blink in the eye of history but, over the course of seven decades, the Gibson Les Paul has carved out a monolithic presence in popular culture As old as rock ’n’ roll itself, since 1952 the Gibson Les Paul has traveled along musical ley lines,...
Gibson Amps: A history of innovation
From small tube combos to huge stereo rigs, Gibson amplifiers blazed a trail In returning to the amplifier business with the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20, Gibson has drawn on a rich history of innovation that leads right back to the dawn of the electric guitar itself in the...
Gibson celebrates a new era of the Gibson Gazette
Expect mobile-friendly curated news, features, exclusive content, tutorials, and an inside look at Gibson Welcome to the Gibson Gazette—the new online home for all things Gibson, including trending guitar news, new product announcements, artist interviews, videos,...