Crooked frets, designed to solve the instrument’s biggest intonation issues, have won over some big-name players (even if ...

As Squier and Epiphone have upped the quality, expanding their range, so too have the likes of PRS, ESP, Jackson and more, ...

Los Angeles-headquartered instrument maker Fender, best known for its guitars, has appointed Edward ‘Bud’ Cole as its new CEO and Board member. Cole will be CEO-Designate as of January 19, 2026, and ...

Fender’s new CEO pioneered the firm’s most talked-about projects. Now he’s taking his innovative Fender Japan ethos global ...

Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Edward "Bud" Cole as ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Rumors of the demise of rock music are, to borrow a ...

Fans of Fender’s vintage guitars, rejoice. The iconic audio maker has introduced a new guitar range, called the “American Ultra Luxe Vintage” series, that features five of the brand’s legendary ...

Some of Jeff "Skunk" Baxter's earliest guitar contributions to modern rock can be heard on Steely Dan's first three albums. He followed that gig with a celebrated stint in the Doobie Brothers during ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. When Fender reached out to Khruangbin‘s Laura Lee and Mark ...

Brad Paisley has a lot on his calendar for 2025. He recently headlined a show for the NFL Draft, he has new music out, including his latest single “Truck Still Works,” and he kicks off a major tour ...

The Fender Player II Series is a popular line of guitars and basses from the iconic instrument maker. Now, the company has announced an addition to the Series, the Player II Modified Series. Featuring ...