Author: premierguitar

Gibson has shaped the sound of music since 1894, when Orville Gibson first designed and built mandolins in his workshop. 130 years on, the groundbreaking…

One of the earliest revelations for guitarists learning to record themselves at home is that what sounds good soloed doesn’t always translate well in the…

Polar Go is more than a mobile interface; it’s a complete, pocket-sized studio designed for the modern creator. With a built-in stereo mic system powered…

To some, a rock band without a singer can seem like a band without a voice. But for Pelican, the lyrical guitar lines of Trevor…

For any guitarist captivated by vibrant rhythm and unique sonic textures, the Mexican vihuela is an instrument that demands attention. Its instantly recognizable, bright, percussive…

His credits include Miles Davis’ Jack Johnson and Herbie Mann—next to whom he performed in Questlove’s 2021 documentary, Summer of Soul—and his tunes have been…

Fortin Kali Preamp/Distortion pedal This new pre-amp/distortion pedal allows players to inject the modern rock / metal Cali sound directly into their own rig. Meticulously…

Let’s look at how tubes work and the role they play in turning our quiet, tiny guitar signals into sound. There are various types of…

If Guy Pratt’s name doesn’t resonate with you, his bass playing certainly has. He’s held the low end down for Pink Floyd and David Gilmour…

Icons of the Drum Kit As I wrote in my book’s introduction, there are countless phenomenal drummers absent from my examples. I can name at…