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Gear of the Year 2017

Another year, another dazzling parade of pedals, guitars, amps, modelers, and accessories that made our noggins spin.

First Look: Martin 0-18

John Bohlinger has his initial dance with the acoustic torchbearer's newest flattop.

Jerry Douglas: Stirring the Gumbo

Backed by an ace horn section and a killer band, the resonator master serves up a daring fusion of jazz, rock, and bluegrass on his new album, What If.


Guitar Shop 101: The Great Guitar Cleanup Learn how to clean and condition your guitar and discover why it's crucial to stay on top of such routine maintenance.
First Look: Fender Ed O'Brien Stratocaster John Bohlinger goes into orbit with the Radiohead axeman's signature guitar.
Tanglewood Java TWJP Review A very pretty parlor guitar delivers midrange punch and unique tone colors from unusual tonewoods.

First Look: Electro-Harmonix Green Russian Big Muff Pi PG's Review Demo master gets wild and wooly with Mike Matthews' latest fuzz that got its gnarly start almost four decades ago.
Flattop Finesse: Acoustic Steel-String Review Three new acoustics from Guild, Cort, and Art & Lutherie.
Tips for Buying a Used Flattop Thinking about buying a used flattop? These tips will help you avoid costly mistakes.

First Look: JHS Spring Tank Reverb PG's Last Call columnist shows off this new stomp's impressive, subtle-to-spacey range.
Breedlove Premier Concerto Review A subtly luxurious, fingerstyle-focused flattop that excels across styles.
How to Install a Soundhole Pickup Magnetic soundhole pickups have come a long way since they were introduced many decades ago. If you're considering getting one, here's how to install it the right way.