Fender is introducing three new artist signature models at this year's NAMM show, the Kurt Cobain Jaguar, the Troy Van Leeuwan Jazzmaster, and the Jim Root Jazzmaster. Here is the press release announcing the new models: SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (January 23, 2014) — Fender is proud to announce its latest offering of artist signature models, including the Kurt Cobain Jaguar®, Jim … [Read more...]
NAMM 2014: Fender 60th Anniversary Commemorative Stratocaster
It's hard to believe that the Stratocaster was introduced 60 years ago. The shape of guitars were forever changed by Leo's invention. Fender is celebrating the anniversary with a 60th Anniversary Commemorative Stratocaster: Available in 2014 only, Fender’s 60th Anniversary Commemorative Stratocaster is a beautifully crafted U.S.-made instrument that celebrates six decades of … [Read more...]
Fender ’65 Deluxe Reverb Head
Announced a few weeks before NAMM, this new amp from Fender is pretty interesting: the Fender '65 Deluxe Reverb Head: The ’65 Deluxe Reverb Head amp in classic Black is perfect for rock, country or blues players who want a moderately powered amp they can crank up at the gig or in the studio. Featuring 22 watts of tube power, the ’65 Deluxe Reverb head offers two 6V6 Groove … [Read more...]
NAMM 2014: Duesenberg Guitars Johnny Depp Artist Series
Another interesting new guitar from this year's NAMM show, the Duesenberg Guitars Johnny Depp Artist Series: Being one of the most in-demand actors of the past 25 years and best known for his character Jack Sparrow in the Pirates of Caribbean movies we have designed an iconic guitar in the Duesenberg tradition by telling the story of Johnny’s life from his tattoos; each one … [Read more...]
NAMM 2014: Gretsch G5034TFT Rancher
This is definitely an interesting new guitar by Gretsch, the Gretsch G5034TFT Rancher: The G5034TFT Rancher is perhaps one of the most distinctive Rancher models ever created, with a beautiful Savannah Sunset gloss finish, a sweet iso-chamber mounted Fideli’Tron™ pickup for great amplified tone and performance, and even a Bigsby® B70G tailpiece with a “wire” trem arm. Other … [Read more...]