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Nylon Dreams in a Stratocaster’s Body

When the Stratocaster and classical guitar worlds collide, you get… as six-string mashup known as a Stratoclassical? Who needs a tremolo anyway?

The Les Paul Guitar That Found a New Gig as a Lamp!

Let’s illuminate the peculiar trend of Les Pauls stepping off the stage and onto the lampstand.

When String Theory Meets Practice: A Creative Take on Restringing!

In the wacky world of guitar, sometimes you string it up not by the book, but by sheer audacity. Meet the guitar that threw out the manual!”

Elvis “Love Me Tender” Tribute Guitar

by Guitar Fail | October 15, 2013 | Designs | 0 Comments

Yet another carved guitar that won't change our minds about carved guitars ! They are freaking hilarious despite the craftmanship involved ! The face of Elvis at the top of the guitar is strangely reminiscent Kuato's face - yes, the rebels leader mutant growing out of...

Gibson SG or T Bone Steak ?

by Guitar Fail | February 14, 2012 | Designs | 5 Comments

For some reason, this piece-of-art makes me think of a T-bone steak ! Pretty sure that some carnivorous shredders would find a way to make it the ultimate tool for musical meatiness. Source : Gibson Italy Facebook page

The Bugcaster

by Guitar Fail | July 2, 2014 | Designs | 0 Comments

A Telecaster full of bugs ! Entomologists will like it... The rest of us will probably find it creepy ! It's kind of cool guitar but in a very creepy way ! At least these bugs won't attack you like that angry wasps that nested in this Stratocaster would !

You Don’t Wanna Mess With These Guys…

by Guitar Fail | August 10, 2011 | Designs | 3 Comments

No you don't ! I wouldn't want to mess with them, they look like they can chop down a tree or a foe with equal ease. Looks like they're ready to rock the stage, and possibly conquer a planet or two. I'm pretty sure they're in the wrong band, they should be in a...

Budding Guitars ??

by Guitar Fail | December 20, 2011 | Designs | 1 Comment

I wish budding guitars would exist... It would be cheaper to change gear! However the budding process would make it quite hard to play I guess! Paul Kinny's Stereo acoustic guitar - Source

A-ha Guitar… Ahahahaha ! This Guitar is a Joke, Right?

by Guitar Fail | August 20, 2011 | Designs | 0 Comments

What's the deal with a a-ha shaped guitar? I mean, is it just me or is this just a ridiculous thing to make a guitar look like? What's next, a Schwarzenegger shaped barbell ?

Is It a Punk Guitar or S&M Guitar ?

by Guitar Fail | October 25, 2011 | Designs | 1 Comment

Yeah I know it is supposed to be a punk guitar but come on ! It has spikes, chains, straps and red flashy leather... It's S&M !

Darth Maul ESP

by Guitar Fail | July 4, 2015 | Designs | 0 Comments

The eyes and mouth are so creepy... I can't decide whether I like it or not ! This is a custom ESP guitar featuring Star Wars character Darth Maul. The guitar was originally a George Lynch model that was modified by carving Darth Maul's face into the body using a...

The Stereo Acoustic Guitar… Win or Fail ?

by Guitar Fail | September 27, 2013 | Designs | 1 Comment

So... Win or fail ? Paul Kinny's Stereo Acoustic guitars feature two sound holes on its mammoth design. It's somewhat remiscent of a harp-guitar. The two holes are oddly positioned toward the musician, so the audience might get a little confused. But who cares?...

7 Animal-Inspired Guitars That Will Leave You Howling with Laughter

by Guitar Fail | May 5, 2023 | Designs | 0 Comments

A safari through they untamed world of animal-shaped guitars. You never know what kind of beast you might find lurking in the depths of the guitar jungle!

String Theory : How to Choose Your Guitar Strings Gauge ? A Quick Guide for the Plucking Perplexed

A simple guide that will help you search inside the Pandora’s Box of string gauges, and strum your way to string success.

A Simple Few-Steps Guide on How to Clean Your Guitar’s Fretboard

A dirty fretboard can negatively impact the sound of your guitar and make it more difficult to play. Here are the few steps you need to clean your fretboard.

Behind the Smash: The Life of Dave Farrell’s Bass

The life of Dave Farrell’s bass is like exploring the wild world of onstage guitar annihilation ! Let’s debate about the controversial art of smashing guitars !

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The Stereo Acoustic Guitar… Win or Fail ?

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