Fender has announced the '64 Custom Princeton Reverb, which is a hand-wired version of the company's 12-watt amp: Terrific for any kind of music, Fender’s Princeton is simply one of the most versatile and beloved guitar amplifiers of all time. It delivers quintessential Fender tonal response, reverb and tremolo; and it is the perfect size for guitarists who want a moderately … [Read more...]
Fender Stories Collection Eric Johnson 1954 “Virginia” Stratocaster
It looks like Fender and Eric Johnson have collaborated on another signature guitar, the Stories Collection Eric Johnson 1954 "Virginia" Stratocaster: The Fender Stories Collection pays tribute to legendary musicians, their beloved modified Fender electric guitars and the extraordinary music they created together. Eric Johnson already had his 1954 "Virginia" Stratocaster® … [Read more...]
Fender Tom Morello Stratocaster
Today, Fender has announced the new signature Tom Morello Stratocaster: Tom Morello's unique, powerful sounds - from gentle rhythms to screaming feedback, chaotic stutters, and more - require a very special Stratocaster®. The Tom Morello “Soul Power” Stratocaster – based on the modified Designer Series Strat used during his time in Audioslave – features an alder slab body with … [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...]