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Orianthi Demos Her Signature Gibson SJ-200 Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Orianthi Panagaris—more famously known, of course, as simply “Orianthi”—held an intimate workshop at the Guitar Center Hollywood Vintage Room on June 22, 2024, to discuss the making of her signature Gibson Orianthi SJ-200, as well as share insights on her creative process.

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31 Jul 2024
Guitar Mastery Workshop With Periphery’s Misha Mansoor, Mark Holcomb and Jake Bowen

On April 27, an energized throng of players and metal fans descended on Guitar Center Hollywood for a two-hour master class with Periphery’s powerful guitar trio—Misha Mansoor, Mark Holcomb and Jake Bowen.

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07 Jun 2024
Luke Holland Drum Workshop at Guitar Center Hollywood

Drumming sensation Luke Holland shares his experiences, demonstrates some techniques and exercises, and plays through tracks in front of a packed house at Guitar Center Hollywood.

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28 Mar 2024
Miles of Aisles | New Gear from the 2024 NAMM Show

We unleashed our teams to report on all the latest NAMM gear newsflashes

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20 Feb 2024
New Mackie Gear for 2024

Check out eight exciting new products that span the disciplines of mixing, podcasting, streaming, gaming and gigging.

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16 Feb 2024
New Ibanez Guitars, Basses and Ukuleles for 2024

Check out the vast expanse of the latest Ibanez models, features and configurations. Here’s a guide to what’s new for 2024.

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19 Jan 2024
Crossroads 2023 | The Greatest (Guitar) Show on Earth Features Exclusive Tributes by Fender, Martin and PRS

Learn about all of the exclusive instruments from the 2023 Crossroads Guitar Festival.

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24 Aug 2023
13 Musical Gear Trends of 2022

Get a feel for what's next in the world of musical instruments

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07 Jan 2022
Top 10 Musical Gear Trend Predictions for 2021

We take a closer look at the musical gear trends that will define the new year

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13 Jan 2021
Remembering Eddie Van Halen

Guitar Center pays tribute to legendary guitarist Eddie Van Halen.

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06 Oct 2020
Introducing the Taylor American Dream Acoustic Guitar Series

Taylor has announced the American Dream Series, a family of affordable Made in USA acoustic guitars.

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25 Jun 2020
The Legacy of Prince Lives on in “Let’s Go Crazy” Tribute Concert

A start-studded group, led by co-musical directors Sheila E., Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, pays tribute to the iconic artist.

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21 Apr 2020
Introducing the Ibanez Steve Vai Signature PIA

Ibanez and Steve Vai announce a new signature collaboration

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19 Feb 2020
Unexpected Moments: Exploring the Collaborations and Gear Behind the Biggest Night in Music

Our favorite gear and performances spotted during the biggest night in music.

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27 Jan 2020
Introducing Fender’s New Mustang GTX and Mustang LT Combo Amps

Learn more about the new Mustang GTX and Mustang LT amplifiers from Fender.

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22 Jan 2020
Novation Announces LaunchPad Pro [MK3] at Winter NAMM 2020

Take a closer look at the new Novation Launchpad Pro [MK3]

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22 Jan 2020
Electro-Voice EVOLVE 30M All-in-One Personal Line Array System Announced

Get all the details on the new EVOLVE 30M from Electro-Voice.

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21 Jan 2020
Chauvet DJ Introduces GigBAR Move

Take a closer look at the new Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move

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19 Jan 2020
Building on Andy Powers’ Taylor Builder’s Edition Collection

Take a closer look at the latest Builder's Edition offerings from Taylor Guitars.

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18 Jan 2020
Reflecting on the Life of Neil Peart of Rush

The Guitar Center family remembers drumming icon Neil Peart.

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10 Jan 2020
ARP 2600 Synthesizer Reissue Unveiled by Korg

Learn about the new ARP 2600 synth reissue from Korg.

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09 Jan 2020

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