Art Thompson

As Fender releases a limited-edition replica, we talk to the man himself about the axe that defines his career.

Though its background was anything but orthodox, ‘Ode to Joy’ finds Wilco as adventurous and cohesive as ever.

This formidable amp is a beast unto itself, and a thrilling ride back to an era of guitar amplification when it was all about going big.

An inspiration to Jimmy Page and Jeff Beck, the rock ‘n’ roll veteran has seen it all.

A tube amp that won’t break your back or your wallet

A good-sounding stage amp with the warmth, punch and presence often missing in digital modelers

Great value for a guitar that plays and sounds as good as it does

This amazing rendition of the psychedelic rock masterpiece appears ahead of forthcoming ‘Los Angeles Forum: April 26, 1969’ LP

Fender’s American Vintage II line aims for period-correct specs – we explored a pair of Telecasters to see how they did

DOD and its high-tech offshoot DigiTech are back in business under the ownership of Korea-based Cor-Tek

These compact monitors have a well-balanced soundstage and aren’t fatiguing to the ears when listening at high levels

“The more I played the Myles Kennedy signature and experienced what it can do, the more I liked it”

“The most important thing was for it to be vocal and have that midrange that would cut in a mix,” highlights the Alter Bridge frontman

Seventy-five years later, this classic guitar amp design continues to stand the test of time

Four super-versatile state-of-the-art compact effects pedals –the Evermore Studio Reverb, Heavenly Plate Reverb, Orion Tape Echo and the 1176 Studio Compressor – tested

A massive hit with everyone from Kiss to The Grateful Dead, Larry DiMarzio’s pickup was the start of something big

Considering that it’s significantly cheaper than a standard Princeton Reverb, there’s enough true-to-form realism here to make the Tone Master Princeton a sweet deal

Hard rock guitarists will be rushing to get their hands on this new affordable, signature version of the S-100 Polara from China

One from the Guitar Player archives: a 1998 interview with Jimmie Vaughan on tone, recording secrets, fat strings and more…

Reviewed: Vintera II ’50s, Jazzmaster ’60s, Telecaster and ’70s Mustang.