July 2008 – 300Guitars.com

Rolling Stones “Shine A Light” Available On DVD!

Posted on July 31, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Paramount Home Entertainment has released Shine A Light, the much heralded event film from Academy Award®-winner Martin Scorsese and The Rolling Stones, on DVD and Blu-ray. Filmed during The Rolling Stones’ historic 2006 two-night stand at the legendary Beacon Theatre, Shine A Light thrilled audiences in theatres and IMAX across the map earlier this year before […]

Ruokangas Guitars: Finland’s Finest!

Posted on July 30, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Ruokangas guitars are exceptionally high quality guitars hand made in Finland. Juha Ruokangas and his team of expert luthiers put an enormous amount of energy and attention to detail into each and every guitar that they produce. All materials are hand selected for maximum durability, stability and above all TONE! Ruokangas guitars carry an unheard […]

Tuesday’s Tip of the Day: Troubleshooting On the Gig 101

Posted on July 29, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

When you find yourself in a situation where your guitar rig is suddenly not working (this usually happens 5 minutes before the gig or session starts) there are a few guidelines to help quickly troubleshoot the problem. First thing is to stay calm. Getting anxious only makes things worse and makes it difficult to think. You have […]

New G6120-CGP Chet Atkins Stereo Guitar Limited Release!

Posted on July 28, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Only ONE was ever made… UNTIL NOW!!! The original prototype Gretsch STEREO guitar was created for Chet Atkins in 1956 with the help of musician and electronics repairman from Cairo, Illinois, Ray Butts. Ray’s ingenious split-dual-coil pickup was assembled on a prototype G6120 guitar with closed simulated “F-Hole” inlays on the body, Only ONE was […]

Musikraft Introduces Set Neck Guitars!

Posted on July 27, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

They are finally here, Set Neck Guitars!! For many years now Musikraft has been inundated with a request to manufacture a Set Neck guitar. The wait is over. A Telecaster type and Stratocaster type are available at this time. There are many options to choose from to suit your personal preferences. Visit Musikraft for further […]

Washburn & Parker Guitars Announce Timeless Timber Guitars

Posted on July 26, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

US Music Corp is proud to announce the Timeless Timber Series of Washburn and Parker guitars. The series of guitars, which will include the Parker Nitefly Mojo Timeless, will be made from virgin wood that has been recovered from the Great Lakes region. The origin of these guitars has a unique story that […]

Blackheart Amps Hot Summer Refridgerator Full of Soda Contest!

Posted on July 25, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

The folks at Blackheart Amps know how difficult it is to stay cool when you’re sitting there waiting for your Blackheart amp to arrive. Sure, they say “good things come to those who wait,” but we all know that the waiting is the hardest part (sorry Tom). Out in their empty, yet supremely HOT Blackheart […]

THD Electronics Gives Back

Posted on July 24, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

For every cabinet, combo and soon-to-be-released head box we sell, THD Electronics is partnering with American Forests®, planting trees to offset what we take. Now with the purchase of any product fabricated with wood, THD will make a donation to American Forests’ Global ReLeaf® program, planting trees where they’re needed the most. Initially, there are four products […]

It’s Here! Gibson USA’s 2008 Les Paul Standard

Posted on July 23, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Improving a legend isn’t easy, but it has happened. Introducing the 2008 Les Paul Standard from Gibson USA-an elegant revision of a true classic, with several upgrades and new features that make this new model the best Les Paul Standard ever produced. Based on research from consumer feedback and a drive to uphold and enhance […]

Tuesday’s Tip of the Day: Keep Those Knobs and Switch Tips In Place!

Posted on July 22, 2008 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

If you have a guitar with push-on type knobs such as the ones as used on a Fender Stratocaster or Gibson Les Paul you may experience the knobs coming loose and falling off. This quick fix is great for push-on type switch tips as used on a Fender Stratocaster and Telecaster as well. On guitars with […]