by Ara Ajizian | Aug 8, 2024 | Learn, Video
Basic functional elements of our instrument we should all know and understand I. Introduction For many guitar players, there’s a knowledge gap between a guitar that sounds great and plays well and how and why it got that way. Acoustic guitars can be subject to...
by Shane Sanders | Mar 1, 2024 | Learn, Video
Understanding intonation—and how to adjust it—is key to making your guitar play and sound in tune In this episode of “Gibson’s Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance,” Gibson Master Luthier Jim DeCola demonstrates the correct way to adjust the intonation on your...
by Shane Sanders | Oct 15, 2024 | Artists, News
A Les Paul that celebrates Tak Matsumoto’s musical legacy with modern and vintage design elements The latest Epiphone release is a must-have for Goldtop fans: the Tak Matsumoto 1955 Les Paul™ Standard in Antique Gold. Crafted in collaboration with the celebrated...
by Shane Sanders | Oct 7, 2024 | Learn, Video
Go behind the scenes at the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville to meet the people who build your Gibson Custom guitars If you’ve ever wondered what kind of care and attention goes into crafting a Gibson Custom guitar, this is the video series for you. The Gibson Gear...
by Shane Sanders | Oct 4, 2024 | Gear, News
The mahogany body and Sitka spruce top deliver rich tones for any style Gibson announces the release of the iconic Hummingbird Standard acoustic guitar in a Vintage Cherry Sunburst finish, expanding the lineup to four finishes—Vintage Sunburst, Vintage Cherry...