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Johnny Marr’s Spirit Strat: When a Guitar Becomes a 9-Pickup Sci-Fi Machine

Johnny Marr’s Spirit Strat: When a Guitar Becomes a 9-Pickup Sci-Fi Machine

Sep 12, 2023

Johnny Marr’s Spirit Strat is so bonkers, it’ll make your head spin faster than you can say “Fender” ! Nine pickups ! That’s like a magnetic field on steroids !

Lights, Slices, and Guitars : The Tragic Tale of a Slashed Tokai Les Paul

Lights, Slices, and Guitars : The Tragic Tale of a Slashed Tokai Les Paul

Sep 8, 2023

Nothing says “rock ‘n’ roll glory” like illuminating your living room with the remnants of a mutilated guitar.

DOD’s Double Click Comedy: The Overdrive Pedal Mod with an Unconventional Switch

DOD’s Double Click Comedy: The Overdrive Pedal Mod with an Unconventional Switch

Sep 5, 2023

Wait, do I click once or twice to turn it off? Is this some kind of Morse code for guitarists? Or have I accidentally pulled a pedal rabbit out of a hat?

Bass Fitness 101: A DIY Guide to Weight Relief and Body Transformation?

Bass Fitness 101: A DIY Guide to Weight Relief and Body Transformation?

Sep 2, 2023

Picture this: you’ve got a bass guitar that’s heavier than a sumo wrestler at an all-you-can-eat buffet. What do you do? You unleash the power of weight relief!

From 6 to 11: A Funny Attempt to Turn a Classic Guitar into a Doomed 12-String

From 6 to 11: A Funny Attempt to Turn a Classic Guitar into a Doomed 12-String

Aug 30, 2023

That must be the wildest attempt at converting a humble 6-string guitar into a mind-boggling 12-string masterpiece.

Headless Monkey Grip Guitar : The Curious Case of the Stratocaster’s Funky Cousin

Headless Monkey Grip Guitar : The Curious Case of the Stratocaster’s Funky Cousin

Aug 26, 2023

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome back to another edition of the “Let’s Laugh at Guitars” show! This headless guitar takes the discomfort to a whole new level.

Guitar Face-Off: Maxine Petrucci and the Cheekiest Hamer Superstrat in Town

Guitar Face-Off: Maxine Petrucci and the Cheekiest Hamer Superstrat in Town

Aug 23, 2023

It’s all about celebrating the charming oddities of guitars from yesteryears. Remember to take it with a grain of salt, a big smile, and a dash of nostalgia.

Guitar Hacks and Culinary Capers: The Silverware Solution for the Guild X-375

Guitar Hacks and Culinary Capers: The Silverware Solution for the Guild X-375

Aug 19, 2023

Who knew that all you needed was to replace the pickguard bracket with a silver spoon handle? Unconventional but it works just fine…

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

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

Aug 16, 2023

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 !

Strings and Circuits: When an Acoustic Guitar Becomes a Computer

Strings and Circuits: When an Acoustic Guitar Becomes a Computer

Aug 12, 2023

Guitar wizardry meets tech sorcery: Unraveling the acoustic guitar that doubles as a computer

Love-Hate Relationship with the Headless Strato Resonator Joke of a Guitar

Love-Hate Relationship with the Headless Strato Resonator Joke of a Guitar

Aug 9, 2023

Love and hate. It’s a constant battle when it comes to these offbeat creations. We applaud the creativity, and we scratch our heads. Was this really necessary?

The JAMR Custom Mona Lisa : A Pricey Piece of Art or a Musical Misfit?

The JAMR Custom Mona Lisa : A Pricey Piece of Art or a Musical Misfit?

Aug 5, 2023

That body shape! What’s that shape? Nah, maybe we shouldn’t talk about aesthetics. Maybe we should do our best to forget about it!

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