What is top-wrapping and should you do it on your Gibson guitar?
Science or myth? Weigh up the potential pros and cons of top-wrapping on a guitar with a Stop Bar tailpiece
A quartet in shadow—introducing Gibson Custom’s ebony acoustics
Four of our most popular acoustic guitar models just got the Custom treatment! Check out the highly responsive tone and a classic “tuxedo” aesthetic—inspired by the Les Paul Custom—including studio and stage-ready electronics for any situation
Are you sabotaging your own recording experience?
Feeling overwhelmed in your home studio can indicate you’re facing “analysis paralysis” and “option paralysis”—similar but distinct issues that hinder decision-making
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. Find out why its allure is stronger than ever…
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...
Introducing the Gibson Custom Kirk Hammett 1989 Les Paul Custom
Hot on the heels of several acclaimed collaborations between Metallica’s legendary lead guitarist and the Gibson and Epiphone teams—including Epiphone’s take on the fabled “Greeny” Les Paul—is the new Kirk Hammett 1989 Les Paul Custom from Gibson Custom.
Introducing the Gibson Pickup Shop 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 1
3D scanning, reverse engineering, and scientific analysis combine in the Gibson Pickup Shop’s recreations of the holy grail of guitar tone Gibson’s legendary “Patent Applied For” humbucking pickups were launched in 1957 and stand as a pinnacle in the world of electric...
Gibson Amplifiers return with the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20
Compact, low-wattage tube amplifiers reimagine vintage tone for the modern player After a long hiatus, Gibson is proud to be back in the guitar amplifier business. Inspired by vintage Gibson amplifiers and reimagined for today’s players, the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20 are...
Announcing the first Epiphone signature model from legendary bassist Rex Brown
The Pantera legend brings his own unique touches to this stylish rock-ready Epiphone Thunderbird Epiphone is proud to release the first Epiphone Rex Brown signature model in partnership with the legendary musician Rex Brown, famous for his work with legendary metal...
Phil X on Bon Jovi, bouzouki tuning & what it takes to be great on guitar
Guitar maverick Phil X’s influences and path to session guitarist stardom In all likelihood, the sounds of Phil X's guitar have graced your ears. His influence in the realm of music is monumental. As the guitarist for luminaries such as Bon Jovi, Kelly...