Why you need a small tube amp in your life, and how to use them
Small tube amps can be the perfect fit for home practice, small gigs, and even big outdoor stages Back in the late 1960s, when rock music was first forged in the cauldron of pop, blues, and psychedelia, the only backline any self-respecting guitarist would be seen...
Joe Bonamassa’s Les Paul tone masterclass
“When I play live, I probably use the volume and tone pots 100 times in an evening” Few would dispute that Joe Bonamassa is a modern-day master of the Gibson Les Paul. And if you want to sound like him, there’s sadly no substitute for thousands of hours of...
Introducing the new Gibson Les Paul Supreme series
Our legendary Supremes are back with Super Split Block mother-of-pearl inlays, ultra-modern weight relief, and more! Are you ready for a comeback that reigns supreme? Gibson is thrilled to announce the revival of the legendary Les Paul Supreme guitars for 2023....
Epiphone 150th anniversary guitar demo: Crestwood, Wilshire, Sheraton, and Zephyr
See the full range in action on the Gibson Gear Guide It’s time to don a celebratory cap and join Epiphone in their amazing 150-year journey toward manufacturing more luxurious and desirable professional instruments for every stage of your career. From...
Ever wondered how Gibson sprays a burst finish on your new Les Paul?
See behind-the-scenes footage of the new Custom Color Series guitars in the spray booth If you’ve ever wondered how many people it takes to spray a Burst finish on a Gibson Les Paul guitar, you’ve come to the right place. In the latest video on the Gibson Gear...
What happens to your Gibson guitar when you buy it from Sweetwater?
Take the Sweetwater Distribution Center tour Here’s a fun fact: when you purchase from Sweetwater, your Gibson guitar goes through a 55-point inspection. But did you know that you can also have your new guitar modded and even get old guitars repaired and restored? In...
Do Sweetwater sales reps know guitars?
Looking for a new Gibson guitar? Get personalized gear advice from your Sweetwater Sales Engineer 21 Aug 2023 In the latest video on the Gibson Gear Guide, Dinesh Lekhraj sits down with Loui Al-Ayoubi, his Sales Engineer at Sweetwater, to discuss some of the most...
Sweetwater studio tour
Did you know that Sweetwater has one of the best recording studios in the USA? Join Dinesh from the Gibson Gear Guide as he takes us on a guided tour of Sweetwater Studios and delves into all the incredible gear available to record with at...
The official Epiphone Les Paul buyer’s guide
Get the official lowdown on the differences between the Les Pauls in the 2023 Epiphone Original, Modern, and Inspired by Gibson Collections Looking to buy an Epiphone Les Paul but don’t know where to begin? In a new video on the Gibson Gear Guide channel,...
Which Gibson J-45 acoustic guitar is right for you?
Hear Epiphone, Gibson USA, and Custom Shop J-45 models compared There’s a reason why the Gibson J-45™ is considered the industry standard workhorse acoustic guitar. It possesses a certain tonal magic that your favorite artists and award-winning producers...