Vola Guitars - an introduction and mini review

Posted on Tue 26 June 2018 in entries • Tagged with electric guitar, guitars, japanese, metal, New brand, rock, shred, Vola

Vola Guitars Ares

I've been fortunate enough to have had the past couple of weeks off and have been enjoying the sunshine. All good things must come to an end but upon walking back into the shop I was presented with a guitar brand that I had never heard of before. These are …


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New Fender Duo-Sonic and Mustang Guitars Now In Stock

Posted on Tue 03 October 2017 in entries • Tagged with fender, guitars, offset

OffsetDuo-SonicMustang

The guitar giant just unveiled some new versions of their alternative Offset range with some very cool pastel-esque colours and a classic 2 colour sunburst that is sure to bring out your inner garage rocker/grunger.

The new Fender Duo-Sonic in Surf Green with Pau Ferro Fingerboard

Since its debut …


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Extra items added to B-Stock Sale

Posted on Tue 26 September 2017 in entries • Tagged with drums, guitars


Everyone loves a bargain, so with this in mind we have added some more items to our B-stock sale. You'll find bargains from every department including guitars, drums, microphones and more!

All the items in the B-stock sale are still in the fantastic condition that you would expect but the …


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PRS Bernie Marsden 2017 Ltd Editions

Posted on Wed 06 September 2017 in entries • Tagged with guitars, paul reed smith, prs

PRS Bernie Marsden Guitars

PRS just announced a new trio of signature guitars in collaboration with Whitesnake guitarist Bernie Marsden.

30 years ago one of the greatest rock power ballads ever written, 'Here I Go Again' reached number 1 in the US and to commemorate this Paul Reed Smith Guitars has unveiled 3 new …


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Fender Special Edition Noir Strat, Tele and P-Bass

Posted on Wed 19 July 2017 in entries • Tagged with fender, guitars, noir, special edition

Fender Noir

Back in January, Fender made a bunch of product announcements at the NAMM trade show in America, one of the most intriguing announcements at the mid-level price point was the unveiling of the Noir range, and they have finally arrived.

Taking the form of three of the most popular body …


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New Fender Artist Signature Models 2017

Posted on Tue 18 July 2017 in entries • Tagged with fender, guitars

Fender artist series
Fender have just introduced a record five new artist signature models at Summer NAMM 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee, featuring models from some of the most celebrated guitarists in music.

Fender’s latest artist signature models showcase the versatility of Fender’s sound across genres, while paying tribute to some of …


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Guide to Choosing Electric Guitar Strings

Posted on Wed 28 June 2017 in entries • Tagged with guitar strings, guitars, strings

Choosing Electric Guitar Strings

With around 80 different types of electric guitar strings to choose from, with various brands, gauges, materials, coatings etc, it can be a bit daunting choosing the right strings for your electric guitar. So, let’s break it down for you and try to keep it simple.

Are you thick …


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Guitars as an Investment

Posted on Wed 26 April 2017 in entries • Tagged with guitars, history, investment

GibsonBBKing
Our Guitar Department Manager, Terry Haselden, talks us through what to look for and what to avoid when considering a guitar as an investment.

Here is a question I get asked many times..."What guitar(s) should I be purchasing as an investment". Guitars are musical instruments that are meant …


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Choosing an Acoustic Guitar

Posted on Mon 10 April 2017 in entries • Tagged with a buyers guide, acoustic guitars, choosing an acoustic guitar, guitars

Choosing the right acoustic guitar

If you are considering buying an Acoustic Guitar, or you just need to read up on the differences between the various woods and sizes, have a read of this article where our Head of Guitars, Terry Haselden, runs us through the ins and outs of what makes a great acoustic …


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Choosing an Electric Guitar

Posted on Wed 05 April 2017 in entries • Tagged with electric guitars, guitars, pickups, trem

Choosing an electric guitar

Our guitar manager Terry Haselden talks us through what you need to consider when buying an electric guitar...

Whether you’re buying your first guitar or adding to an ever-growing collection of beautiful pre-owned models, the guitar world can be a minefield. Where do you begin, with a mass of …


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