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Rig Rundown: Black Mountain's Stephen McBean
This Vancouver psych-rock quintet is building quite a buzz with its vibey grooves, so we decided to find out which gear gives bandleader McBean his 6-string buzz.

Scotty Moore: 1931–2016
As sideman to Elvis Presley, he helped define the sound of rock 'n' roll with his fluid picking and unique blend of country, blues, and jazz, and in the process inspired everyone from rockabilly idol Eddie Cochran to guitar gods Keith Richards and Eric Clapton.

Sturgill Simpson's Laur Joamets: From the Baltic Sea to Nashville
How an Estonian string slinger went country—and beyond—with a psychedelic roots visionary … and learned pedal steel in three months.


Acoustic Gear Showcase 2016 With so many great products now available for acoustic players, we've added a special section to PG's annual acoustic issue. Check out some new and noteworthy gear with detailed specs, video links, and more!
Tuning Up: Poor, Unappreciated Steel Forget pedals, guitars, and amps! Dollar for dollar, a metal flatpick may be the most liberating and impactful tone discovery you ever make.
Reader Guitar of the Month: A Hen's Tooth A reader stumbles upon a Gretsch Duo Jet hardtail built as a prototype for Cars guitarist Elliot Easton.
Mod Garage: Rewiring a Fender Mustang Here's how to streamline the pickup switching scheme on an underrated Fender.

Quick Hit: Providence Heat Blaster Dynamic distortion for days.
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