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As an electric hollowbody, the unusual Virginian appears at first to be an acoustic model, but has minimal acoustic projection.

Photos by George Aslaender

This vintage electric hollowbody has some unusual components—such as a Rezo-Tube bridge—that would make it a fascinating addition to any collector’s vault.

Many guitar fans obsess over the “classics,” but I’ve always been more drawn to the obscure underdogs, especially those designed by England’s James Ormston Burns. Sometimes called the “British Leo Fender,” Burns’ success was comparatively minimal, but he left behind many interesting, if often quirky, instruments. The original Burns London company started in 1959, was bought out by the American Baldwin Company in late 1965, and shut down just a few years later. Few guitars with the Burns logo ever made it to the U.S., but many of his models were available here, branded Ampeg (1962–’64) and Baldwin (1965–’69).

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Gibson Theodore Standard in Vintage Cherry, Antique Natural, and Ebony.

Photo credit: Gibson

Previously available as a limited-edition guitar, this model was developed from original 1957 drawings discovered in the Gibson archives.

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Sammy Boller Rig Rundown [2024]
Rig Rundown: Sammy Boller [2024]

Watch this pianist-turned-guitarist intertwine the styles of Eddie Van Halen and Andy McKee, with 10-finger orchestrations tapped out on his Les Paul Axcess, enlivened by a flexible Friedman BE-100 and a healthy pedalboard. His rig helps him build many moods, from melodious to morose.

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The quality guitar builder celebrates 50 years of innovation with a compelling new collection of anniversary models.

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ENKI announces the launch of its newest model, the ENKI X case.

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