April 2026
Founder of the thrash-metal pioneers Megadeth, Dave Mustaine announced last August that the band’s next album would be its last. It promptly became their first to debut at #1 on Billboard, and he tells VG how it is helping him and the band go out on top.
Fans of Clapton, Page, and other guitar gods assume they recorded using big Marshalls or Hiwatts. But, a lot of iconic tones were created with small “beginner” amps by Vox, Valco, DeArmond, and others. Dave Hunter profiles five that get the job done.
When news broke that G&L Guitars closed, players and collectors worldwide expressed their appreciation. We revisit the brand’s history, dig into its closure, and profile its most-notable instruments.
Brand curiosity spurred Chris Shelton to buy a G&L F-100. He instantly felt a difference between it and every other guitar he’d played. New-found fascination led him to acquire another; turns out, it’s a rare example.
When Chet Atkins strapped on a 6120 in the mid ’50s, the electric guitar became a statement of sophistication. From rockabilly flash to modern swagger, the chime of Gretsch hollowbodies still shakes stages and soundtracks. We investigate their timeless tones.
To talk new music, we catch up with Paul Gilbert, Warren Haynes, Lil’ Ed Williams, Earl Slick, Rob Fleming, and Mike Krompass.
Wolf Marshall dives into the making of a masterpiece – Steely Dan’s Aja – while Dan Erlewine’s “Guitar Rx” converts a Strat to something that Jerry Garcia would’ve loved.
Informed and objective, our “Hit List” review staff screens new music from Duke Robillard, Vince Gill, Asleep at the Wheel, Mountain, Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials, and more.
Itching to update your jam? Our “Approved Gear” staff is here to help! This month, we try the Danelectro Pro, Harden Seahorse, Taylor 260e Doce Doble, and TWA Source Code.
It’s all in the April issue!
Founder of the thrash-metal pioneers Megadeth, Dave Mustaine announced last August that the band’s next album would be its last. It promptly became their first to debut at #1 on Billboard, and he tells VG how it is helping him and the band go out on top.
Fans of Clapton, Page, and other guitar gods assume they recorded using big Marshalls or Hiwatts. But, a lot of iconic tones were created with small “beginner” amps by Vox, Valco, DeArmond, and others. Dave Hunter profiles five that get the job done.
When news broke that G&L Guitars closed, players and collectors worldwide expressed their appreciation. We revisit the brand’s history, dig into its closure, and profile its most-notable instruments.
Brand curiosity spurred Chris Shelton to buy a G&L F-100. He instantly felt a difference between it and every other guitar he’d played. New-found fascination led him to acquire another; turns out, it’s a rare example.
When Chet Atkins strapped on a 6120 in the mid ’50s, the electric guitar became a statement of sophistication. From rockabilly flash to modern swagger, the chime of Gretsch hollowbodies still shakes stages and soundtracks. We investigate their timeless tones.
To talk new music, we catch up with Paul Gilbert, Warren Haynes, Lil’ Ed Williams, Earl Slick, Rob Fleming, and Mike Krompass.
Wolf Marshall dives into the making of a masterpiece – Steely Dan’s Aja – while Dan Erlewine’s “Guitar Rx” converts a Strat to something that Jerry Garcia would’ve loved.
Informed and objective, our “Hit List” review staff screens new music from Duke Robillard, Vince Gill, Asleep at the Wheel, Mountain, Lil’ Ed & the Blues Imperials, and more.
Itching to update your jam? Our “Approved Gear” staff is here to help! This month, we try the Danelectro Pro, Harden Seahorse, Taylor 260e Doce Doble, and TWA Source Code.
It’s all in the April issue!