Gibson has recently revamped its YouTube presence and has re-branded it as Gibson TV: NASHVILLE, TN (January 7, 2020) Gibson today announced GIBSON TV, the iconic American-made guitar maker’s first-ever all-original network. Featuring original series from the world’s best storytellers, GIBSON TV launched worldwide today, January 7, with the first episodes of the series … [Read more...]
D’Angelico Excel Mini DC
I'm a big fan of smaller-bodied semi-hollow guitars. That's why the latest announcement from D'Angelico about the new Excel Mini DC intrigued me: Brand new for 2020, the Excel Mini DC is a fourteen-inch-wide double cutaway semi-hollow boasting punchy vintage tone and unparalleled comfort. The Mini DC's undersized body, sleek headstock and slim C-shape neck profile combine to … [Read more...]
Fano Omnis
Fano Guitars have announced a new line of budget-priced guitars called Omnis, which consists of their GF6, JM6, SP6, and MG6 guitars. The guitars will range in price from $849-$999. This is an interesting move for the boutique brand, as these are made-in-China versions of some of their most popular guitars. Given that these are a significant price difference from the USA … [Read more...]
MXR Timmy
Paul Cochrane, who created the legendary Timmy pedal, has collaborated with the MXR Custom Shop to create a mini version of the Timmy pedal. The original Timmy pedal housing is a little smaller than a "normal" pedal, so I think the real advantage of the MXR version is the fact that it'll be readily available. Paul runs a small shop here in Tennessee and is the main (only?) … [Read more...]
JHS PG-14 Paul Gilbert Signature Distortion
In advance of the upcoming Winter NAMM show, JHS have announced a collaboration with Paul Gilbert, the PG-14 Distortion pedal: JHS Pedals is proud to release the Paul Gilbert signature distortion "PG-14!” This is a new and unique distortion pedal specifically designed to Paul's specifications. At the heart of the circuit is a FET based distortion engine that emulates the … [Read more...]