The Gibson Les Paul Goldtop is an icon of electric guitar history. This post traces its evolution from the original 1952 model with P-90 pickups, through the introduction of humbuckers in 1957, to its reissue in 1968 and continued legacy today.
From hand-built guitars for Merle Travis to the shimmering vibrato tailpieces on countless Gretsch and Gibson models, Bigsby’s legacy is one of innovation and timeless design. This is the story of the man, the machines, and the sound that changed the electric guitar forever.
Nash Guitars has built a loyal following by crafting vintage-style instruments with modern reliability. This blog dives into their origins, popular models, and the players who swear by them.
Ibanez’s Team J Craft guitars—produced between 2005 and 2009 by master luthiers in Japan—delivered unmatched fretwork, select tonewoods, and premium hardware that quickly became collectible. The Prestige series, launched in 1996 and still crafted in Japan, continues that legacy today with elite materials, tight tolerances, and consistent high performance valued by pro players and tone purists around the world.
From the groundbreaking Super Distortion to iconic artist collaborations, DiMarzio pickups have redefined electric guitar tone since the 1970s. Discover their story and legacy.
Martin guitars are revered for their craftsmanship and tone—but their model numbers can feel like a secret code. In this guide, we explain exactly what each part of the Martin nomenclature means, from body sizes like 000 and D, to style numbers like 18 and 45, and even suffixes like “V” or “E.”
In the late 1960s, Fender created a peculiar version of the classic Telecaster—now affectionately nicknamed the “Smuggler’s Tele.” Discover the reasons behind its unique body routing, its rarity, and its enduring appeal among collectors and tone chasers.
Often overshadowed by its solidbody siblings, the Gibson ES-330 remains a sleeper classic—an all-hollow thinline electric with a soulful voice. Discover its evolution, its similarities with the Epiphone Casino, and why players like Grant Green and B.B. King embraced its tone.
Regarded as the most coveted electric guitar of all time, the 1959 Gibson Les Paul has achieved near-mythical status among players and collectors. But what exactly makes this model so different from other Les Pauls?
