PRS reintroduce the CE24
The return of a bolt-on classic.
PRS Guitars has announced the reintroduction of the CE24 model.
Originally introduced in 1988, the CE24 offered PRS players the extra brightness and attack found in bolt-on neck guitars. While incredibly popular, the model was discontinued in 2009. Now, the Maryland-based company have announced that the model will be making a comeback at NAMM 2016.
The new CE24 features a mahogany back and maple top with a bolt-on, Pattern Thin, maple neck and rosewood fretboard. For added clarity, the CE24 includes PRS 85/15 pickups, which offer extended high and low end. Controls include a volume and push/pull tone pot with 3-way toggle switch for a total of six classic sounds.
The CE 24 is available in Amber, Dark Cherry Sunburst, Grey Black, McCarty Tobacco, Ruby, Trampas Green, Vintage Sunburst and Whale Blue finishes for £1,869.
Gibson Announces Billy Gibbons Ultimate SG
The girls go crazy for a sharp dressed guitar.
Gibson has announced a brand new collaboration with ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons, the Ultimate SG. Crafted in the Gibson Custom Shop, the Ultimate SG takes inspiration from class car design and features a two-tier top, gold hardware and a '61-style vibrato unit. The two Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates humbuckers, dual volume and single tone control deliver characteristically raw tone.
The included hard case is hand painted by artist James Willis, and every guitar comes with a certificate of authenticity signed by Billy Gibbons himself.
Top 10 Weirdest Gibson Guitars Ever - PART TWO
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Gibson Release $2,000,000 Eden Of Coronet SG
Who wouldn't want an SG made out of diamonds?
Hot on the heels of Fender's Custom Shop Pine Cone Strat, Gibson Brands have announced the Eden Of Coronet SG guitar. A collaboration with jewellery designer Aaron Shum, the Eden Of Coronet SG is covered by more than 400 carat diamonds and about 1.6 kilograms of 18k gold.
Speaking at Baselworld 2015, an event that usually showcases luxury watches, Gibson CEO Henry Juszkiewicz described the Eden Of Coronet as a step towards the brand's expansion into the luxury market: “The creativity comes from the process of blending ideas and cultures from different industries, which further solidifies Gibson beyond just a guitar brand. All along we’ve been striving to expand our business to different sectors of the consumer market and ‘Eden of Coronet’ is definitely an important milestone for what we target to achieve.”
Top 10 Weirdest Gibson Guitars
Mark counts down the Top 10 Weirdest Gibsons ever!
Mark counts down the top 10 weirdest Gibson guitars of all time. Which guitars will make the cut? You'll have to watch the video to find out. Be sure to see some weird body shapes, pickups, finishes and electronics.
Billie Joe Armstrong to open guitar store
Green Day frontman announced new Broken Guitars retail store.
Green Day frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has announced his his plans to open a guitar store with longtime collaborator, and Pinhead Gunpowder cohort, Bill Schneider. Named Broken Guitars, the store will open on April 3rd at 423, 40th St, Oakland, California. According to Schneider, the shop will open with around 75 guitars on display, with many culled from the collections of the proprietors. The store will also offer amplifiers and will have a technician on staff for repairs.
Epiphone announces new EON app
Epiphone have announced the brand new EON app aimed at fans of Epiphone guitars.
Epiphone have announced a brand new app aimed at fans of Epiphone guitars. The Epiphone Owner's Newsletter, or EON, app includes breaking news on Epiphone artists, in-depth interviews, steals and deals, video demos, a chord library, tuner and more.
Available for iOS and Android, the EON also includes an archive of vintage photos and catalogue excerpts that are sure to be a nice bonus for vintage guitar nerds.
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