Honoring the Legacy of Ken Parker, Founder of Parker Guitars
Ken Parker, legendary luthier and founder of Parker Guitars, passed away peacefully at his home on October 5, 2025 after a long, hard fought battle with cancer. Reflecting on his…
Kepma Guitars Expands National Sales Team to Drive Growth and Strengthen Dealer Partnerships
Kepma Guitars USA has announced a significant expansion of its U.S. sales team with the addition of seven highly respected industry veterans across key territories. The new territory sales representatives…
Martin Guitar Hosts First-Ever Sustainability Summit, Setting the Tone for a Greener Music Industry
C. F. Martin & Co.® hosted its first-ever Sustainability Summit on October 9, 2025, at the company’s solar-powered Commerce Lane facility in Tatamy, Pennsylvania—just a short drive from its historic…
Fender Announces Global Release of Richie Kotzen Signature Stratocaster
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) nnounces the launch of the Richie Kotzen Stratocaster®, honoring the distinctive singer, songwriter and guitarist whose technical prowess spans a storied five-decade-long career. With more…
Washburn Guitars Introduces New Model in Festival Series
Washburn Guitars, an American original since 1883, proudly introduces the Festival EA15 in a stunning Transparent Blue finish. Like all the guitars in the acclaimed Festival Series, it comes equipped…
Pearl River Guitars Powers Charity Weekend in Southern Indiana; Artists Praise A800N-D Guitar
Pearl River Guitars took the spotlight at the 12th Annual Bread of Life Ministry Celebrity Benefit Weekend, a three-day fundraiser held September 12–14, blending music, community, and hands-on instrument demonstrations…
Martin Guitar Museum Opening New Exhibit Honoring Frank Herbert Martin
The Martin Guitar Museum is proud to announce the opening of a new exhibit celebrating Frank Herbert Martin, the visionary leader who transformed Martin Guitar into a global brand and…
Washburn Gears Up for Next Era as Nuno Bettencourt Launches Nuno Guitars
After many years of collaboration and creative partnership, famed guitarist Nuno Bettencourt has decided to part ways with Washburn to pursue the development of his own brand, Nuno Guitars. Since…
PRS Guitars to Auction Rare Guitar for Rainforest Sustainability Charity
PRS Guitars has launched an auction for a one-of-a-kind guitar made from reclaimed and salvaged woods. Designed as an employee guitar for 40-year PRS veteran Michael Reid, the company’s senior…
Sweetwater Rocks Out with GuitarFest Event
In late September, Sweetwater had the pleasure of welcoming guitar enthusiasts to its Fort Wayne, Indiana, campus for GuitarFest. The event featured over 70 manufacturer booths, more than 20 world-class…
Guitar Center Music Foundation Raises Funds and Honors Industry Legends at 4th Annual Gala
The Guitar Center Music Foundation (GCMF), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting music education and therapy programs through instrument donations and grants, hosted its 4th Annual Gala on September 11 at…
Loog Launches New Beginner Guitars for Teens and Adults
Loog Guitars, the brand that made learning guitar cool, colorful, and fun for kids, is growing up. Loog has unveiled the redesigned Pro 6, available in both Acoustic and Electric…