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Breaking News: Guitar Pioneer and G&L Musical Instruments’ Founding Partner, George Fullerton Passes

Posted on July 8, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

From the G&L Website: It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of George Fullerton, founding partner and the “G” in G&L Musical Instruments. George died on Saturday of heart failure, only weeks after his own wife passed away. Besides his son, Geoff, he is survived by a daughter, Diane, and two grandchildren. […]

300’s Tip: How To Tighten Sagging Grill Cloth

Posted on July 8, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

If you have an amp with loose, sagging grill cloth then this article will help you to get it looking like new again. Click here to read the article. […]

New Carvin VT50!

Posted on July 7, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Carvin has announced the return of the classic Vintage Series VT50 50W tube amp head. The VT50 is the same head used in the popular Bel Air combo guitar amplifier. True vintage tones give openness and breath to your playing as you power soak the Groove Tubes brand EL84 tubes, and dual channels offer all […]

New PRS Mira Korina Model

Posted on July 6, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

The Mira is a guitar for today’s players with a classic feel and tone but with the quality and stability you’ve come to expect from a PRS instrument. This model features a thinner, solid Korina body, 24-fret neck, matching pickguard and trussrod cover, Mira pickups, three-way pickup selector and a mini toggle coil tap. This […]

BYOC Limited Run Analog Vibrato

Posted on July 4, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Not only is the BYOC Analog Vibrato the most spot on recreation of the original BOSS VB-2 you can find….It’s probably also the only true clone of the VB-2. The only real difference is that the BYOC Analog Vibrato is true bypass.The VB-2 is considered by most to be the holy grail of vibrato effects. […]

New PRS Starla Stoptail Model

Posted on July 3, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

The Starla Stoptail has the same retro-inspired vibe as its predecessor with one noticeable difference: it features a two-piece, adjustable stoptail bridge that dramatically alters the look and feel of the original Bigsby fitted Starla model while bringing out more of a mid-range woodiness in the tone. Exclusive double-screw Starla Treble and Bass Pickups are […]

New Electro Harmonix 22 Caliber

Posted on July 2, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Electro-Harmonix has announced the 22 Caliber, a 22-watt, Class D power amp with a pedal-size footprint. The 22 Caliber is designed to power 4-, 8- or 16-ohm speaker loads without adjustment. The pedal features a volume knob that controls the amp’s natural overdrive, similar to a vintage amp with single volume control, and a bright […]

Upcoming Events for July 2009

Posted on July 1, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Upcoming Events for July 2009 Montreal Guitar Show– July 3, 4 & 5 at the Grand salon – Level 4, in the Hyatt Regency, Montreal, Canada. Contact: montrealguitarshow.com. Great American Guitar Show– July 11 & 12, at the Valley Forge Convention center, PA Turnpike, Exit 326, 1160 First Ave., King of Prussia, PA. Contact Bee-3 […]

ZT Amplifiers Lunchbox – NY Amp Show ’09 Demonstration

Posted on June 30, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

Here is a demo of the ZT Amplifiers Lunchbox from the NY Amp Show. You can read the full Lunchbox review here. For more details and ordering information click here. […]

Spotlight: Igor Boiko – Ukranian Jazz Master

Posted on June 29, 2009 (April 3, 2017) by Billy Penn

There is a new Spotlight feature this month on Igor Boiko- Ukranian Jazz Master. Igor is a master jazz player and instructor. In this interview Igor talks about how he got started playing guitar, his “Laboratory of Professional Education for Guitarists” and his favorite guitars and amps. Click here to read the Spotlight interview. […]