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Fender vs G&L Necks: Aren’t They Interchangeable?

Posted on April 14, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Every now and then I get an email or two from players asking about putting a Fender neck on a G&L guitar. Some of the G&L guitars have pretty thin necks and it is not easy to obtain a replacement from G&L if you don’t like the profile plus there are no readily available aftermarket […]

Newport Guitar Festival April 16-18!!

Posted on April 14, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

If you are into guitars and amplifiers and looking for something to do this weekend in the Hollywood, Florida area then go to the Newport Guitar Festival! The event will be held at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The doors open at 10am and tickets are $20 per day. There is a 3-day […]

Juha Ruokangas on Moose Shin Bone for Guitar Nuts

Posted on April 13, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

While I was at the 2010 NAMM Show I had the pleasure of meeting Juha Ruokangas of Ruokangas guitars. I am a big fan of Juha’s work and it was an absolute thrill for me to meet him and spend some time talking. One of the most interesting stories he told me was about the […]

ZT Lunchbox Acoustic Available on 4-21-10!!!

Posted on April 13, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Ok friends the brand new ZT Lunchbox Acoustic Amplifier should be available on 4-21-10…!! That’s right!!! It’s a cool little versatile amp with great sound and plenty of volume. I did some demo’s and a few live gigs with this little powerhouse. Great for solo or small combo gigs, larger gigs as an acoustic guitar […]

Spotlight Interview With Vinnie Zummo!!

Posted on April 12, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

There is a brand new Spotlight interview with Vinnie Zummo on the Spotlight page. You may remember a few weeks ago I made a post about his “Swinging Guitar Sounds of Young America” CD. Vinnie is an awesome player and has worked with some really great artists like Paul Simon, Joe Jackson and Shawn Colvin. […]

New Jeff Beck Album: Emotion & Commotion!!

Posted on April 10, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Jeff Beck’s first studio album in seven years!! Emotion & Commotion is an eclectic mix of tracks in which the guitar virtuoso is accompanied by a hand-picked talented musicians, as well as a 64-piece orchestra on several tunes. Beck recorded his latest release late last year at Sarm Studios in London with award-winning producers Steve […]

Experience Hendrix Thread on TGP

Posted on April 10, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

My man Alan Gowa hipped me to a really cool Experience Hendrix thread over on The Gear Page. The thread has some wicked cool pics of each player’s pedalboards and amp rigs. It’s pretty cool to see up close. Doug Wimbishs’ board has so many pedals you’d need 4-5 feet to operate them!!! Totally worth […]

TV Jones Gear Stolen from Musikmesse!!

Posted on April 9, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

FROM TV JONES: We are asking all of our friends to get the word out via blogs, forums, any means possible. In the hope that we can retrieve these rare stolen instruments, pickups, and tools. Basically everything that was on display in Frankfurt was stolen (even our banners, suits & suitcases!). Here is a rundown […]

Shopping Online or in a Music Store?

Posted on April 9, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Alright, this may stir the pot a little bit but here goes… How many of you guys shop for guitar gear online and how many prefer to go to a music store? With my hectic pennalized schedule I prefer to order online. I have rolled the dice on guitars, amps, pedals and just about everything. […]

50th Anniversary 1960 Gibson Les Paul Custom “Black Beauty”

Posted on April 9, 2010 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Here is another ridonculously priced Gibson Les Paul guitar. MSRP is $7508.00. I can’t understand how and why Gibson is producing guitars like this. Even the Dr’s and Lawyers I know that play are not buying in this price range right now…. Anyway this is based on the original 1960 Les Paul Custom. Some features […]