Posted in Product Demos on 06 Aug 2026Alesis Strike Max Electronic Drum Kit: Why KlueWorld Calls It His Creative HomeSee why KlueWorld calls the Alesis Strike Max his creative home, from mesh-head feel and Zildjian sounds to recording and live flexibility.Read More
Eventide H9 Harmonizer Gen 2 | Exploring Cinematic Guitar Sounds and Creative PossibilitiesExplore the Eventide H9 Harmonizer Gen 2 with Nicholas Veinoglou, from cinematic reverbs and delays to synth and modulation sounds.Read MoreProduct Demos15 Jul 2026
Julian Lage on the Fender Telecaster | Tales of the TeleJulian Lage reflects on the Fender Telecaster’s 75-year legacy, from its fundamental tone to neck-pickup warmth and stage-ready versatility.Read MoreProduct Demos01 Jul 2026
Has Tim Henson Reinvented the Nylon-String Guitar? Dre DiMura Takes the Ibanez TOD100FMN for a SpinExplore the Ibanez Tim Henson TOD100FMN with Dre DiMura, from electric-player feel to Fishman electronics and nylon-string creativity.Read MoreProduct Demos30 Jun 2026
Posted in News on 07 Aug 2026Meet Guitar Center’s Drum-Off 2026 FinalistsMeet Guitar Center’s Drum-Off 2026 finalists and hear how they’re preparing for the return of the legendary drumming competition.Read More
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens Inducted into 2026 Rockwalk Class of LegendsBilly Idol and Steve Stevens join Guitar Center’s Rockwalk Class of Legends, celebrating decades of music, collaboration and influence.Read MoreNews24 Jun 2026
Billy Idol and Steve Stevens to Join Guitar Center’s Hollywood RockwalkBilly Idol and Steve Stevens join Guitar Center’s Hollywood Rockwalk, honoring their lasting impact on rock.Read MoreNews15 Jun 2026
Guitar Center Drum-Off Is BackDrum-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.Read MoreNews01 May 2026
Posted in Gear Tips on 27 Jul 2026Yamaha DXR mk3 Powered Speakers: Inside the Next Generation of Portable PATake a closer look at Yamaha DXR mk3 powered speakers, including D-Remote control, onboard DSP and portable PA workflow features.Read More
A Closer Look at Shawn Mendes’ Martin Signature GuitarsCompare Shawn Mendes’ Martin 000-10E and 000-28 signature guitars, from tonewoods and tone to stage-ready and collectible features.Read MoreGear Tips09 Jul 2026
A Look at the Tech Inside Yamaha TransAcoustic GuitarsExplore the tech inside Yamaha TransAcoustic guitars, including built-in effects, SYSTEM70 and SYSTEM78 electronics and Bluetooth features.Read MoreGear Tips06 Jul 2026
Taylor: The Gold Label DifferenceDiscover the Taylor Gold Label difference: vintage-inspired warmth, modern playability and new 510e, 710e and 810e models.Read MoreGear Tips06 Jul 2026
Posted in Buying Guides on 11 Aug 2026The Best Boost Pedals of 2026Boost pedals can saturate your amp, enhance your tone and magnify solos and riffs. Dig into 12 popular boosts from BOSS, Keeley, TC Electronic and more.Read More
A Guide to Seymour Duncan PickupsExplore Seymour Duncan pickups for guitar and bass, from vintage P.A.F.-style humbuckers to Strat, Tele, bass and 7-string options.Read MoreBuying Guides11 Aug 2026
Top 5 Most Popular PRS SE GuitarsCompare five popular PRS SE guitars at Guitar Center, including the Silver Sky, NF 53, DGT Standard, Custom 24 and NF3.Read MoreBuying Guides10 Aug 2026
Top 5 Most Popular Modeling Guitar AmpsCompare five popular modeling guitar amps at Guitar Center, including Fender Mustang, Line 6 Spider, BOSS Katana and Positive Grid Spark picks.Read MoreBuying Guides10 Aug 2026
Posted in Interviews on 11 Aug 2026Stephen Perkins on Mashing Up Styles, Blending Rhythms and Embracing Technology | Inside the Noise (S3, E4)Stephen Perkins discusses blending jazz, rock, global rhythms and technology on Inside The Noise with Gabe Dalporto.Read More
Mark Agnesi on Murphy Lab, Vintage Guitars and Guitar Stores | Inside the Noise (S3, E3)Mark Agnesi discusses Gibson Murphy Lab guitars, vintage instruments and the enduring role of guitar stores on Inside The Noise.Read MoreInterviews04 Aug 2026
Trey Hensley's Go-To Warm-Up Exercises for Better Bluegrass FlatpickingLearn Trey Hensley’s flatpicking warm-up exercises for improving alternate picking, dexterity, speed and control.Read MoreInterviews09 Jul 2026
Why Julian Lage Fell in Love with Danny Gatton’s 1966 Fender TelecasterExplore why Julian Lage fell for Danny Gatton’s 1966 Fender Telecaster, from its jazz-ready tone to its evolving pickup mods.Read MoreInterviews02 Jul 2026