Richie Faulkner of Judas Priest in conversation with Gibson Gear Guide

How a Tea Break Changed Judas Priest Guitarist Richie Faulkner’s Career

In this revealing video interview from the Gibson Gear Guide, Richie Faulkner shares the unexpectedly laid-back nature of his audition process with Judas Priest

Jim DeCola explains 4-conductor humbucker wiring

Video: How to Install Humbucker Pickups on Electric Guitar

In this video, Gibson Master Luthier Jim DeCola explains how to install humbucking pickups and explains 4-conductor wiring

Dickey Betts obituary

Allman Brothers Band Guitarist Dickey Betts Dies at 80

The Les Paul-wielding legend spent decades as one of rock’s melodic standard bearers and was a force in the evolution of Southern rock

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Allman Brothers Band Guitarist Dickey Betts Dies at 80

Allman Brothers Band Guitarist Dickey Betts Dies at 80

The Les Paul-wielding legend spent decades as one of rock's melodic standard bearers and was a force in the evolution of Southern rock Dickey Betts, an influential guitarist, vocalist, and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, has passed away. Known for his...

Ayoni Joins Gibson Artist Spotlight Program

Ayoni Joins Gibson Artist Spotlight Program

Singer-songwriter Aynoni's influences range from pop and soul to indie folk In line with the brand’s ongoing commitment to elevating new music from emerging musicians around the world, the annual Gibson Artist Spotlight program will showcase an evolving roster of...

Gibson Launches the Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo Amplifier

Gibson Launches the Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo Amplifier

Featuring two independent channels, foot-switchable reverb and tremolo, patented Multi-Watt™ technology, and premium construction Gibson has expanded its Falcon tube amplifier series with the introduction of the Gibson Dual Falcon 20 2x10 Combo amplifier. This new,...

Gear

Gibson Launches the Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo Amplifier

Gibson Launches the Dual Falcon 20 2×10 Combo Amplifier

Featuring two independent channels, foot-switchable reverb and tremolo, patented Multi-Watt™ technology, and premium construction Gibson has expanded its Falcon tube amplifier series with the introduction of the Gibson Dual Falcon 20 2x10 Combo amplifier. This new,...

Artists

Allman Brothers Band Guitarist Dickey Betts Dies at 80

Allman Brothers Band Guitarist Dickey Betts Dies at 80

The Les Paul-wielding legend spent decades as one of rock's melodic standard bearers and was a force in the evolution of Southern rock Dickey Betts, an influential guitarist, vocalist, and founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, has passed away. Known for his...

Ayoni Joins Gibson Artist Spotlight Program

Ayoni Joins Gibson Artist Spotlight Program

Singer-songwriter Aynoni's influences range from pop and soul to indie folk In line with the brand’s ongoing commitment to elevating new music from emerging musicians around the world, the annual Gibson Artist Spotlight program will showcase an evolving roster of...

Riff Lords: Billy Howerdel of A Perfect Circle

Riff Lords: Billy Howerdel of A Perfect Circle

Gibson TV brings Billy Howerdel into focus to discuss his techniques, tones, and style Since co-founding A Perfect Circle in 1999, Billy Howerdel has emerged as a pivotal figure in the alt-metal scene, his songwriting prowess and unique guitar stylings leaving a...

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Video: How to Install Humbucker Pickups on Electric Guitar

Video: How to Install Humbucker Pickups on Electric Guitar

Essential pro tips for installing new humbucking pickups in electric guitars Have you been tempted to try a new humbucker™ in your favorite guitar but are too nervous to take that leap? Help is at hand. Gibson’s Master Luthier Jim DeCola is here to help you experiment...

Video: How to Install a Strap Button on an Acoustic Guitar

Video: How to Install a Strap Button on an Acoustic Guitar

Get your acoustic guitar stage-ready with this expert guide Strap button placement on an acoustic guitar can be a polarizing topic. Is the best placement for a second button at the end of the heel or on the side? Don’t worry; Gibson’s Master Luthier Jim DeCola is here...

Riff Lords: Billy Howerdel of A Perfect Circle

Riff Lords: Billy Howerdel of A Perfect Circle

Gibson TV brings Billy Howerdel into focus to discuss his techniques, tones, and style Since co-founding A Perfect Circle in 1999, Billy Howerdel has emerged as a pivotal figure in the alt-metal scene, his songwriting prowess and unique guitar stylings leaving a...

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Video: How to Install Humbucker Pickups on Electric Guitar

Video: How to Install Humbucker Pickups on Electric Guitar

Essential pro tips for installing new humbucking pickups in electric guitars Have you been tempted to try a new humbucker™ in your favorite guitar but are too nervous to take that leap? Help is at hand. Gibson’s Master Luthier Jim DeCola is here to help you experiment...

Video: How to Install a Strap Button on an Acoustic Guitar

Video: How to Install a Strap Button on an Acoustic Guitar

Get your acoustic guitar stage-ready with this expert guide Strap button placement on an acoustic guitar can be a polarizing topic. Is the best placement for a second button at the end of the heel or on the side? Don’t worry; Gibson’s Master Luthier Jim DeCola is here...

Video: How to Change Guitar Pickups

Video: How to Change Guitar Pickups

Essential pro tips for swapping pickups in electric guitars Is it time to try out a new pickup in your favorite guitar? Gibson’s Master Luthier Jim DeCola is here to help. In this episode of “Gibson’s Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance,” Jim walks you through...

Video: How To Restring and Tune Your Acoustic Guitar

Video: How To Restring and Tune Your Acoustic Guitar

Professional tips to make acoustic guitar string changes smooth and frustration-free In this episode of “Gibson’s Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance,” you'll learn how to change your acoustic guitar strings like a professional. Gibson Master luthier, Jim DeCola,...

Video: How to Tighten Loose Guitar Knobs and Controls

Video: How to Tighten Loose Guitar Knobs and Controls

Volume and tone knobs are at the heart of dialing in your guitar tone—make sure you know how to keep them well maintained In this episode of “Gibson’s Guide to Guitar Setup and Maintenance,” Gibson Master Luthier Jim DeCola demonstrates the proper way to tighten loose...

History

A Love-Letter to the Gibson Les Paul

A Love-Letter to the Gibson Les Paul

70 years may be a blink in the eye of history but, over the course of seven decades, the Gibson Les Paul has carved out a monolithic presence in popular culture As old as rock ’n’ roll itself, since 1952 the Gibson Les Paul has traveled along musical ley lines,...

Gibson Amps: A History of Innovation

Gibson Amps: A History of Innovation

From small tube combos to huge stereo rigs, Gibson amplifiers blazed a trail In returning to the amplifier business with the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20, Gibson has drawn on a rich history of innovation that leads right back to the dawn of the electric guitar itself in the...

Gibson Celebrates a New Era of the Gibson Gazette

Gibson Celebrates a New Era of the Gibson Gazette

Expect mobile-friendly curated news, features, exclusive content, tutorials, and an inside look at Gibson Welcome to the Gibson Gazette—the new online home for all things Gibson, including trending guitar news, new product announcements, artist interviews, videos,...