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How Does a Vintage 1963 Gibson L-5 CES Sound? | Mason Stoops Reveals the Tone

Hear a rare 1963 Gibson L-5 CES with Mason Stoops—vintage hollowbody jazz-to-rock tone linked to Wes Montgomery and Scotty Moore.

Spotlight on the QSC CB10 Battery-Powered Portable Loudspeaker

Meet QSC’s CB10: a battery-powered loudspeaker built for grab-and-go gigs, with pro sound, onboard mixing, and app control.

Product Demos
12 Mar 2026
Gretsch Limited-Edition Catalina Club 4-Piece Shell Pack | Compact Kit, Big Sound

Guitar Center exclusive Gretsch Catalina Club 4-piece in White Satin Flame: 7-ply mahogany warmth, punchy kick, wide tuning range.

Product Demos
06 Mar 2026
BOSS PX-1 Plugout FX | Hands-on Review

Hands-on review of the BOSS PX-1 Plugout FX: classic BOSS pedal models, setup tips, sound impressions, and who it’s best for.

Product Demos
27 Feb 2026

News

Kiki Wong & Yvette Young Pedal and Tone Masterclass Recap

GC Hollywood Feb 26, 2026: Kiki Wong & Yvette Young dive into pedals, evolving tone, live performances, and Q&A.

Guitar Center Partners With Tennessee Titans and Nissan Stadium in Music City

Guitar Center partners with the Tennessee Titans at new Nissan Stadium, bringing live music, cutting-edge AV tech, and GC Foundation impact.

News
18 Feb 2026
NAMM 2026: Influencers Picked Their Favorite Gear

We invited six artists and influencers to explore the Anaheim Conventional Center and share their favorite products unveiled at NAMM 2026.

News
13 Feb 2026
NAMM 2026 | Guitar Center Staff Picks: The Best Music Gear From the Show

Industry vets from Guitar Center’s staff sift through their favorite pieces of gear from NAMM 2026.

News
06 Feb 2026

Gear Tips

5 music gear trends—cross-platform rigs, AI tools, immersive audio, modular effects, and standalone workstations—to streamline your creative workflow.

TASCAM Model 24 and Model 2400 | Which Mixer-Recorder Is for You?

Find out if the TASCAM Model 24 or Model 2400 is right for your recording needs.

Gear Tips
28 Jan 2026
The 1968 Fender Pink Paisley Telecaster Bass

Discover the rare 1968 Fender Pink Paisley Telecaster Bass and explore why this short-lived, psychedelic classic remains a coveted vintage treasure.

Gear Tips
16 Dec 2025
5 Ways a Wireless Guitar System Can Energize Your Show

Check out 5 ways a wireless guitar system can add some flexibility and liveliness to your set.

Gear Tips
10 Dec 2025

Buying Guides

Gear up for your next gig with our list of must-have accessories for the stage.

How to Choose the Best Digital Piano

Everything you need to know to find the perfect digital piano for your needs

Buying Guides
12 Mar 2026
Best Gear for Prog Rock Guitarists

If you’re a guitarist who’s eager to begin blazing their own musical trail, this article should help you find some of the best gear for prog rock, including guitars, amplifiers and effects.

Buying Guides
11 Mar 2026
How to Choose the Best Microphone in 2026

Find the best condenser, dynamic, ribbon and stereo microphones for recording, podcasting and live performance.

Buying Guides
10 Mar 2026

Interviews

Inside the Noise Episode 12: Gabe's Takeaways from Season 1

Guitar Center CEO Gabe Dalporto reviews the first season of Inside the Noise, unpacking leadership lessons and artist success stories from guests like Chad Smith, Blu DeTiger and Kenny Aronoff.

Inside the Noise Episode 11: Marcus Ryle

Gabe Dalporto talks with Marcus Ryle on the gear innovations behind Oberheim, Alesis ADAT and the Line 6 POD.

Interviews
03 Mar 2026
Inside the Noise Episode 10: Chris Lombardi

Gabe Dalporto talks with Chris Lombardi on DW Drums’ evolution from education to world-class kits & hardware.

Interviews
24 Feb 2026
Inside the Noise Episode 9: Chris Martin

Chris Martin shares how Martin Guitar weathered disco & hair metal, and the pivot mindset that kept the brand thriving.

Interviews
17 Feb 2026

Product Demos

How Does a Vintage 1963 Gibson L-5 CES Sound? | Mason Stoops Reveals the Tone

Spotlight on the QSC CB10 Battery-Powered Portable Loudspeaker

Gretsch Limited-Edition Catalina Club 4-Piece Shell Pack | Compact Kit, Big Sound

BOSS PX-1 Plugout FX | Hands-on Review

News

Kiki Wong & Yvette Young Pedal and Tone Masterclass Recap

Guitar Center Partners With Tennessee Titans and Nissan Stadium in Music City

NAMM 2026: Influencers Picked Their Favorite Gear

NAMM 2026 | Guitar Center Staff Picks: The Best Music Gear From the Show

Gear Tips

5 Top Music Gear Trends for 2026

TASCAM Model 24 and Model 2400 | Which Mixer-Recorder Is for You?

The 1968 Fender Pink Paisley Telecaster Bass

5 Ways a Wireless Guitar System Can Energize Your Show

Buying Guides

Must-Have Accessories for the Stage

How to Choose the Best Digital Piano

Best Gear for Prog Rock Guitarists

How to Choose the Best Microphone in 2026

Interviews

Inside the Noise Episode 12: Gabe's Takeaways from Season 1

Inside the Noise Episode 11: Marcus Ryle

Inside the Noise Episode 10: Chris Lombardi

Inside the Noise Episode 9: Chris Martin