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“It’s a real bow with synthetic hair on two sides and it’s capable of doing some amazing things”: Turn your acoustic guitar into a violin or cello? The Pickaso Guitar Bow might be this year’s must-have accessory for Jimmy Page superfans
By Jonathan Horsley published
A double-sided mini-bow with an integrated pick in its design, the Pickaso Guitar Bow opens up a new world for exploring guitar

Why Bon Iver chose a "hideous" $199 Ibanez rejected by a rehab centre over a vintage Martin for Speyside
By Matt Mullen published
"I was like, 'what's the story with this guitar, because it is god ugly'"

John Mayer and Ernie Ball unveil a set of acoustic guitar strings made from an all-new alloy
By Jonathan Horsley published
The Earthwood Bell Bronze acoustic strings are made from an all-new proprietary alloy that offers “bold, rich, full-bodied tones with enhanced resonance and projection”

Sonic Youth Reverb store lists Lee Ranaldo’s first guitar and the synth behind his Diamond Sea tone
By Jonathan Horsley published
The Sonic Youth Official Reverb Store is officially open and as Lee Ranaldo explains, it is 100% stocked with Kool Things

Tommy Emmanuel plays The Beatles and Oasis as he discusses the glaring gap in his musical knowledge
By Ben Rogerson published
“I can read a chord chart and follow the chords, but I can’t read notes,” he explains

Steven Wilson reveals the $20 plugin he used for all the guitars on his new space rock epic
By Jonathan Horsley published
And it turns out it is the same affordable plugin Finneas used on Billie Eilish’s Barbie track, What Was I Made For?
![Gretsch Limited Edition Paisley Penguin [left] and Honey Dipper Resonator: the Penguin dresses the famous singlecut in gold sparkle with a Paisley Pattern graphic, while the 99 per cent aluminium Honey Dipper makes a welcome return to the lineup.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BgZycMYFMAgTErT4DdsgbG.jpg)
Gretsch just unveiled one of the most decorative Penguins you'll see – and a super-cool resonator
By Jonathan Horsley published
Two classics of Gretsch design refreshed for a limited time only

“A great quality 12-string that won’t break the bank”: Martin D-X2E Brazilian 12-String review
By Ellie Rogers published
Heavenly 12-string chime, Martin dreadnought clout and serious change from a grand? We’re listening...
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