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Trey Hensley on Bluegrass Roots, Signature Tone and the Taylor Gold Label 510e

Trey Hensley discusses bluegrass roots, signature tone and his Taylor Gold Label 510e acoustic-electric guitar.

Spotlight on the Taylor Sunset Blvd Collection

Get the scoop on the Taylor Sunset Blvd Collection, which pays tribute to the storied legacy of our Hollywood location.

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27 May 2026
Allen & Heath SQ+ Series Compact Digital Mixers: What’s New (Video)

See what’s new in the Allen & Heath SQ+ series, including a larger screen, more processing power with expanders, and onboard RackUltra FX.

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19 May 2026
Marty Schwartz Reveals the Gear All Guitarists Should Have

Marty Schwartz shares essential guitar gear picks for beginners to pros—guitars, amps, pedals and tips to stay inspired and keep playing.

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30 Apr 2026

News

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.

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
Guitar Center Kicks Off “Legends Play Here”

Guitar Center unveils Legends Play Here—an initiative celebrating artist stories, in-store events, and new ways to level up musicians.

News
09 Apr 2026
Meet the Synthesizer MIDI Player: Try Select Synths Online at Guitar Center Before You Buy

Try synths online before you buy with Guitar Center’s Synthesizer MIDI Player—audition patches via MIDI controller, keyboard, or mobile.

News
18 Mar 2026

Gear Tips

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.

DR Dragon Skin+ Electric and Acoustic Guitar Strings | Hands-on Review

Hands-on review of DR Dragon Skin+ coated electric & acoustic guitar strings—micro-thin feel, stable tuning, bright tone, long life.

Gear Tips
15 May 2026
A Spotlight on the Sony C-800G Microphone

Explore why the Sony C-800G is a holy-grail tube condenser—cooling system, signature vocal sound, and who it’s best for.

Gear Tips
27 Apr 2026
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.

Gear Tips
24 Apr 2026

Buying Guides

Top 5 Most Popular Acoustic Guitar Strings

Top 5 acoustic guitar strings: D'Addario, Elixir, Ernie Ball, Martin and more—compare tone, gauge and feel to find your match.

The Best Looper Pedals of 2026

We pick 11 of the top looper pedals for players of all styles. Whether you’re a looping pro or a beginner, we have the right looper for you.

Buying Guides
29 May 2026
The Best Audio Interfaces of 2026

Check out our top choices for the best recording interfaces.

Buying Guides
29 May 2026
Best Studio Headphones for Recording, Mixing and Mastering

From tracking to mixing to mastering, we break down the best headphones for the job

Buying Guides
29 May 2026

Interviews

Trey Hensley Performs “Tucson” | An Exclusive Solo Performance

Trey Hensley performs “Tucson” and shares the bluegrass roots, live solo inspiration and story behind the song.

Inside the Noise Season 2, Episode 7: Yvette Young

Yvette Young discusses Covet, math rock guitar, creative control and finding emotion in technique on Inside the Noise.

Interviews
26 May 2026
Periphery Answers Questions About A Pale White Dot

Periphery breaks down A Pale White Dot in a Guitar Center interview—creative risks, favorite tracks, tough parts, and a GC story.

Interviews
20 May 2026
Inside the Noise Season 2, Episode 6: Brian Ball and Tosin Abasi

Brian Ball and Tosin Abasi discuss Ernie Ball, Music Man and the future of guitar innovation on Inside the Noise.

Interviews
19 May 2026

Product Demos

Trey Hensley on Bluegrass Roots, Signature Tone and the Taylor Gold Label 510e

Spotlight on the Taylor Sunset Blvd Collection

Allen & Heath SQ+ Series Compact Digital Mixers: What’s New (Video)

Marty Schwartz Reveals the Gear All Guitarists Should Have

News

Guitar Center Drum-Off Is Back

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

Guitar Center Kicks Off “Legends Play Here”

Meet the Synthesizer MIDI Player: Try Select Synths Online at Guitar Center Before You Buy

Gear Tips

A Deeper Dive Into the Superstrat

DR Dragon Skin+ Electric and Acoustic Guitar Strings | Hands-on Review

A Spotlight on the Sony C-800G Microphone

The History of the Gibson ES-335

Buying Guides

Top 5 Most Popular Acoustic Guitar Strings

The Best Looper Pedals of 2026

The Best Audio Interfaces of 2026

Best Studio Headphones for Recording, Mixing and Mastering

Interviews

Trey Hensley Performs “Tucson” | An Exclusive Solo Performance

Inside the Noise Season 2, Episode 7: Yvette Young

Periphery Answers Questions About A Pale White Dot

Inside the Noise Season 2, Episode 6: Brian Ball and Tosin Abasi