Gear Tips

Vintage Spotlight: 1969 Fender Rosewood Telecaster
Learn the history of the Fender Rosewood Telecaster and get a hands-on look at a rare 1969 example from Guitar Center’s Hollywood Vintage Room.

Gibson Les Paul vs. SG: What Are the Differences?
Compare the Gibson Les Paul and SG, from body shape, weight and playability to tone, hardware and famous players, to find the right fit for you.

Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Fender Telecaster
Learn five reasons to own a Fender Telecaster, from its distinctive tone and versatility to easy modding, strong value and simple design.

A Closer Look at Tim Henson’s Signature Ibanez TOD Guitars
Compare Tim Henson’s Ibanez TOD signature guitars, from TOD10N and TOD20FMN to TOD100N nylon-string acoustic-electric models.

Meet the Martin 16 Series: Three Distinctive Instruments for Stage, Studio and Home
Explore the Martin 16 Series at Guitar Center, including D-16E, GPC-16E, 000C12-16E Nylon and BC-16E acoustic-electric models.

How to Decode Fender Serial Numbers
Learn how to decode Fender serial numbers, find date codes and estimate when your Fender guitar or bass was made using headstock, neck plate and component clues.

How to Decode Gibson Serial Numbers
Learn how to decode Gibson serial numbers, find your guitar’s manufacturing date and use physical clues like logos, volutes and potentiometer codes to verify its era.

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.

Taylor: The Gold Label Difference
Discover the Taylor Gold Label difference: vintage-inspired warmth, modern playability and new 510e, 710e and 810e models.

A Look at the Tech Inside Yamaha TransAcoustic Guitars
Explore the tech inside Yamaha TransAcoustic guitars, including built-in effects, SYSTEM70 and SYSTEM78 electronics and Bluetooth features.

A Deeper Dive Into the Superstrat
Explore the history of the Superstrat, from its inception to its lasting legacy, and dive into the features and brands that have defined this groundbreaking approach to guitar design and manufacturing.

The History of the Gibson ES-335
Explore the history of the Gibson ES-335, the iconic semi-hollow electric guitar introduced in 1958. Learn about its design, timeline, key models and famous players.

The History of the Gibson SG
The SG has grown into one of the most recognizable silhouettes on stage, celebrated the world over for its aggressive bite, easy playability and incredible versatility across eras, styles and genres.

The History and Evolution of the Gibson Les Paul | A Timeline of Changes
From the origins of the legendary Les Paul all the way through to it's modern incarnations; we cover it all.

The History of the Fender Telecaster | Origins, Timeline & Key Models
Trace the Fender Telecaster from Broadcaster origins to modern Player/Ultra models — timeline, iconic tracks, and model matches to shop at Guitar Center.

Fender Jazzmaster vs. Fender Jaguar: Which One Suits You Best?
Are you Team Jazzmaster or Team Jaguar? We go through the key differences and similarities of Fender's iconic offsets to help you decide.

The History of the Fender Stratocaster
Explore the complete Fender Stratocaster history—from its 1954 debut and pre-CBS era to modern American Professional models. Learn how the Strat shaped music history.

Stratocaster vs. Telecaster—Key Differences, Tone Comparison & Which Is Better?
Stratocaster vs Telecaster: Compare tone, pickups, body style, price and playability to decide which Fender electric guitar is right for you.

1954–1965 | The Evolution of the Fender Stratocaster
Zip backwards to the cauldron of creativity that defined Fender from 1954 to 1965. For the Stratocaster, this was an era when every refinement was forged by the inventor himself, along with his team.

5 Ways AI Can Fire Up Your Musical Creativity
Learn how AI can assist your musical creativity while keeping your artistry in control, with five practical ways to spark ideas and elevate your sound.
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