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Julian Lage on the Fender Telecaster | Tales of the Tele

Julian Lage reflects on the Fender Telecaster’s 75-year legacy, from its fundamental tone to neck-pickup warmth and stage-ready versatility.

Has Tim Henson Reinvented the Nylon-String Guitar? Dre DiMura Takes the Ibanez TOD100FMN for a Spin

Explore the Ibanez Tim Henson TOD100FMN with Dre DiMura, from electric-player feel to Fishman electronics and nylon-string creativity.

Product Demos
30 Jun 2026
Exploring the Simmons Titan 90’s Sounds, Feel and Creative Potential With Bianca Richardson

See Bianca Richardson explore the Simmons Titan 90 electronic drum kit, from natural mesh-head feel to custom sounds and practice tools.

Product Demos
25 Jun 2026
Zaytoven on Creating Beats with the Akai Pro MPC Key 37 G2

See Zaytoven create beats with the AKAI MPC Key 37 G2 and share how the MPC shaped his signature production workflow.

Product Demos
18 Jun 2026

News

Billy Idol and Steve Stevens Inducted into 2026 Rockwalk Class of Legends

Billy Idol and Steve Stevens join Guitar Center’s Rockwalk Class of Legends, celebrating decades of music, collaboration and influence.

Billy Idol and Steve Stevens to Join Guitar Center’s Hollywood Rockwalk

Billy Idol and Steve Stevens join Guitar Center’s Hollywood Rockwalk, honoring their lasting impact on rock.

News
15 Jun 2026
Guitar Center Drum-Off Is Back

Drum-Off 2026 is back at Guitar Center—audition in-store starting May 1, advance to live events, and compete for $25K in cash plus gear.

News
01 May 2026
Ernie Ball Vans Warped Tour Battle of the Bands 2026 Submissions Are Open

Enter Ernie Ball’s Vans Warped Tour Battle of the Bands 2026: submit your video for a shot at the main stage and epic prizes.

News
16 Apr 2026

Gear Tips

A Closer Look at Shawn Mendes’ Martin Signature Guitars

Compare Shawn Mendes’ Martin 000-10E and 000-28 signature guitars, from tonewoods and tone to stage-ready and collectible features.

Warm Audio's Jr Series Microphones | Hands-On Review

Explore Warm Audio’s Jr Series microphones, including WA-47jr and WA-87jr models, with hands-on tests for vocals, guitars and percussion.

Gear Tips
30 Jun 2026
Bianca Richardson’s Essential Drum Practice Techniques on the Simmons Titan 90

Learn Bianca Richardson’s three essential drumming practice techniques for building better timing, feel and creativity on the kit.

Gear Tips
29 Jun 2026
A History of the Akai Professional MPC

Let’s journey through the history of Akai Professional’s MPC series and discover why these machines continue shaping music to this day.

Gear Tips
18 Jun 2026

Buying Guides

We break down the best DJ controllers for battle style, beginners, stems and more. See our top picks from Serato, AlphaTheta, Numark, Pioneer and others.

Top 5 Most Popular Delay Pedals

Explore the top 5 most popular delay pedals at Guitar Center, including BOSS, Electro-Harmonix, MXR, Line 6 and Walrus Audio picks.

Buying Guides
09 Jul 2026
The Best Acoustic Guitars Under $1,000

Whether you're looking to step up (or help someone step up) from a first acoustic guitar, looking for a backup stage guitar for gigs or seeking something that's more suitable for carrying around town than your $5,000 Martin or Taylor, you'll find a lot of worthy offerings in the sub-$1,000 price range.

Buying Guides
08 Jul 2026
Top 5 Most Popular Practice Guitar Amps

Explore five popular practice guitar amps at Guitar Center, including compact combos from Fender, BOSS, Positive Grid, Marshall and Orange.

Buying Guides
07 Jul 2026

Interviews

Why Julian Lage Fell in Love with Danny Gatton’s 1966 Fender Telecaster

Explore why Julian Lage fell for Danny Gatton’s 1966 Fender Telecaster, from its jazz-ready tone to its evolving pickup mods.

Inside the Noise Season 2 Wrap-Up: Gabe Dalporto on Curiosity, Creativity and the People Who Inspired Him

Recap Season 2 of Inside The Noise with Gabe Dalporto, featuring lessons on creativity, curiosity, leadership and music innovation.

Interviews
23 Jun 2026
Inside the Noise Season 2, Episode 10: Phil McKnight

Know Your Gear’s Phil McKnight talks guitar repairs, gear reviews and buying smarter on Inside The Noise with Gabe Dalporto.

Interviews
16 Jun 2026
Schecter Guitar Research | Behind the Build

Go behind the build with Schecter COO Marc LaCorte to explore how Schecter designs guitars for tone, playability and player connection.

Interviews
12 Jun 2026