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Unlocking the Code of HiFi DNA

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 17:25:03 -0700

What happens when two people obsessed with acoustic tone come together to solve the same problem?

In this conversation, Robi Johns, Senior Product Development Manager at Gibson Acoustic, and Lloyd R. Baggs, founder of Baggs, discuss a shared mission: creating a pickup that finally captures the true voice of an acoustic guitar when amplified.

Hear the story behind HiFi DNA™, the challenges they set out to solve, and how years of innovation led to a new approach that preserves more warmth, detail, dynamic range, and personality.

Your voice, in higher definition.

Learn more about HiFi DNA here: https://bit.ly/4dCJXnk

Chapters:
0:00 Gibson x Baggs HiFi DNA
0:55 What makes a great acoustic guitar sound?
1:28 The problem with amplifying acoustic guitars
2:16 How acoustic guitar pickups impact tone
3:00 Addressing previous problems with acoustic pickups
3:44 How the HiFi DNA pickup system helps reduce feedback
4:44 Capturing the natural sound of a Gibson acoustic guitar
5:54 Why the preamps in the HiFi DNA system matter
7:35 The closest thing to a natural acoustic sound
7:55 Bringing true Gibson acoustic tone to the stage

#Gibson #Baggs #HiFiDNA

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ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

HiFi DNA from Gibson x Baggs: Your Sound, in Higher Definition

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 17:10:03 -0700

Learn more about HiFi DNA™: https://bit.ly/4iya0j7

Ever since acoustic guitars went electric, players have been asked to make compromises.

Gibson and Baggs set out to change that.

Introducing HiFi DNA.

A new collaboration between Gibson and Baggs, designed to bring you closer to the true voice of your acoustic guitar than ever before.

With dual independently optimized sensors that blend into a perfectly balanced output, and dedicated Class A preamps that maintain purity and articulation, HiFi DNA captures more warmth, detail, dynamic range, and personality while preserving the unique character of your instrument.

Your Gibson, in higher definition.

Learn more about HiFi DNA: https://bit.ly/4iya0j7

#Gibson #Baggs #HiFiDNA

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▶ 100 Years of Gibson Flat-Tops | Chapter I: A Century of Sound: https://youtu.be/uLxAJXIYfec
▶ 100 Years of Gibson Flat-Tops | Chapter II: Iconic Body Shapes: https://youtu.be/0fCTfF8KxO8
▶ The secret to Gibson acoustic guitar tone starts here | 100 Years of Gibson Flat-Tops, Chapter 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLy9Roo4o0A

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ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

Gibson Custom announces once-in-a-lifetime Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” guitar and fan experience

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:55:03 -0700

Experience a divine connection that’s all your own: https://bit.ly/45V61FL

Unlock an unforgettable evening with Billy F Gibbons. Gibson Custom is giving collectors and fans the chance to take a step closer to tone heaven with a strictly limited Gibson Custom Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” 1959 Les Paul Standard Collector’s Edition hand-signed guitar and event package, which includes an invitation plus one guest, to attend an exclusive evening with Billy Gibbons at the Gibson Garage Nashville.

The evening will be the ultimate fan experience and include a private Q&A with Billy Gibbons, an intimate live performance, a personal meet-and-greet and individual photo opportunity, and more. Access to the Billy Gibbons Pearly Gates Experience is reserved exclusively for the 30 purchasers of the Collector’s Edition guitar.

Head to the link here: https://bit.ly/45V61FL to learn more or call the Gibson Garage Nashville to reserve now! ☎️(615) 933-6000

ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

The Scene: Gibson Garage Miami

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:55:03 -0700

In this episode of Gibson TV’s The Scene, Mark Agnesi takes you inside the all-new Gibson Garage Miami, the ultimate music destination in the heart of Wynwood. And who better to join the tour than Latin Grammy®-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist Fonseca?

▶ Gibson Garage Miami opening celebrated with exclusive new electric and acoustic guitar models: https://bit.ly/4xji3no
▶ Gibson Garage Miami: Opening Week Highlights: https://bit.ly/3UMoYYO

Located in one of Miami’s most vibrant creative districts, Gibson Garage Miami features more than 500 guitars from Gibson, Epiphone, Kramer, and MESA/Boogie, along with exclusive apparel, gear, accessories, and one-of-a-kind instruments you won’t find anywhere else. From custom guitar builds to interactive experiences, there’s something for every player and music fan to explore.

Whether you’re a lifelong guitarist, just starting your musical journey, or simply a fan of great music, Gibson Garage Miami is open to all.

▶ Opening Times & Location:

The Gibson Garage Miami is located at 2660 NW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL, Ground Floor, Wynwood Garage and is open daily Monday–Saturday from 11am–7pm and Sunday 12pm–6pm. Follow Gibson Garage Miami here for the latest news and updates: https://www.instagram.com/gibsongaragemiami/

ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

The Scene: Gibson Garage Miami

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:50:03 -0700

In this episode of Gibson TV’s The Scene, Mark Agnesi takes you inside the all-new Gibson Garage Miami, the ultimate music destination in the heart of Wynwood. And who better to join the tour than Latin Grammy®-winning singer-songwriter and guitarist Fonseca?

▶ Gibson Garage Miami opening celebrated with exclusive new electric and acoustic guitar models: https://bit.ly/4xji3no
▶ Gibson Garage Miami: Opening Week Highlights: https://bit.ly/3UMoYYO

Located in one of Miami’s most vibrant creative districts, Gibson Garage Miami features more than 500 guitars from Gibson, Epiphone, Kramer, and MESA/Boogie, along with exclusive apparel, gear, accessories, and one-of-a-kind instruments you won’t find anywhere else. From custom guitar builds to interactive experiences, there’s something for every player and music fan to explore.

Whether you’re a lifelong guitarist, just starting your musical journey, or simply a fan of great music, Gibson Garage Miami is open to all.

▶ Opening Times & Location:

The Gibson Garage Miami is located at 2660 NW 3rd Ave, Miami, FL, Ground Floor, Wynwood Garage and is open daily Monday–Saturday from 11am–7pm and Sunday 12pm–6pm. Follow Gibson Garage Miami here for the latest news and updates: https://www.instagram.com/gibsongaragemiami/

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ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

Gibson Custom announces once-in-a-lifetime Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” guitar and fan experience

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:05:02 -0700

Experience a divine connection that’s all your own: https://bit.ly/45V61FL

Unlock an unforgettable evening with Billy F Gibbons. Gibson Custom is giving collectors and fans the chance to take a step closer to tone heaven with a strictly limited Gibson Custom Billy Gibbons “Pearly Gates” 1959 Les Paul Standard Collector’s Edition hand-signed guitar and event package, which includes an invitation plus one guest, to attend an exclusive evening with Billy Gibbons at the Gibson Garage Nashville.

The evening will be the ultimate fan experience and include a private Q&A with Billy Gibbons, an intimate live performance, a personal meet-and-greet and individual photo opportunity, and more. Access to the Billy Gibbons Pearly Gates Experience is reserved exclusively for the 30 purchasers of the Collector’s Edition guitar.

Head to the link here: https://bit.ly/45V61FL to learn more or call the Gibson Garage Nashville to reserve now! ☎️(615) 933-6000

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Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

Jared James Nichols | “Ghost” (Live at 606 Studios)

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 17:00:05 -0700

Watch Jared James Nichols and his band perform an exclusive live version of “Ghost,” from his album Louder Than Fate.

▶ Listen to Jared James Nichols’ album Louder Than Fate, out now everywhere.
▶ Jared is playing a Gibson Custom Futura prototype: https://bit.ly/4gW6duy
▶ Watch the full documentary The Long Road: A Jared James Nichols Documentary HERE: https://youtu.be/ZMXiulnhlPI

In this exclusive live performance, Jared James Nichols and his band perform “Ghost,” a track from his new album Louder Than Fate.

Filmed as part of The Long Road: A Jared James Nichols Documentary, this live performance captures Jared doing what he does best: playing loud, raw, and with no pick. Jared brings his hard-edged guitar style to the stage, backed by his band for a powerful performance of one of the standout tracks from Louder Than Fate.

For more from Jared, watch The Long Road: A Jared James Nichols Documentary, available exclusively on Gibson TV. The film follows his journey from Waukesha, Wisconsin, to stages around the world, with candid interviews from Joe Bonamassa, Zakk Wylde, and more.

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ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

Gibson Backstage Heroes: Mike “Sarge” Cole, handcrafting your guitars for 39 years

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:10:02 -0700

Since 1987, Mike “Sarge” Cole has helped bring thousands of Gibson guitars to life, including yours.

Now, hear his story in the latest episode of Backstage Heroes, a new Gibson TV series shining a light on some of the longest-serving artisans at Gibson craftories in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bozeman, Montana.

▶ Get your Gibson guitar here: https://bit.ly/4y2l39v

Mike “Sarge” Cole first joined Gibson in August 1987, beginning on the neck line, sanding the backs of pegheads and shaping heels on acoustic guitars. At the time, banjos, acoustic guitars, and electric guitars were all being built under one roof in Nashville, allowing Sarge to learn nearly every stage of the guitar-making process.

Over the decades, Sarge worked his way through the fingerboard line, branched out into other departments, and eventually reached final assembly, learning not only how Gibson guitars are built but also how each job affects the next in the process. Today, he works across repair, R&D, and the neck line, passing that knowledge on to the next generation of Gibson craftspeople.

Sarge explains why understanding the entire guitar-making process creates a greater sense of ownership and pride, and why every piece being worked on is more than simply wood—it is something being handed from one craftsperson to another on its journey to becoming your finished Gibson guitar.

He also reflects on the relationship between Gibson and Nashville, the artists and musicians who have passed through Music City, and one of the proudest and most emotional moments of his career: seeing the entire Gibson team come together to honor a longtime employee with his 40th anniversary guitar.

Sarge’s story is a reminder that the people behind the guitars are the heart and soul of Gibson, and what makes Gibson so special.

#GibsonTV #BackstageHeroes #Handcrafted

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ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

Gibson Artist Spotlight: PonPon Chen

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:50:03 -0700

Introducing Ponpon, the latest addition to our Artist Spotlight program, dedicated to showcasing and supporting exceptional emerging talent.

▶ Discover Ponpon’s music and explore her full story on the Gibson Gazette here: https://bit.ly/4cFpJJ4
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Based in Los Angeles, Ponpon is the kind of artist who makes jazz feel both timeless and deeply personal. Blending expressive guitar playing, scat vocals, whistling, and storytelling, she brings audiences into her world with a sound that is warm, soulful, and entirely her own.

Inspired by jazz greats like George Benson, Ella Fitzgerald, and Chet Baker, Ponpon honors the tradition while adding her own voice to it. Every performance feels like a conversation, shaped by emotion, spontaneity, and a genuine love for the music.

Since taking the stage at age 12, she has shared her music with audiences across Asia and the United States, building a growing following through both live performances and viral videos. Whether performing in an intimate venue or on an international stage, Ponpon has a rare ability to create a connection that feels immediate and authentic.

That authenticity has led to international recognition, appearances on ABC World News Now, and praise from Grammy-winning musicians. But what stands out most isn’t the recognition. It’s the sincerity she brings to every note.

Follow our monthly Spotify playlist and social channels for more artists redefining the sound of today.

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ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

Gibson Artist Spotlight: Ponpon

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 17:45:05 -0700

Introducing Ponpon, the latest addition to our Artist Spotlight program, dedicated to showcasing and supporting exceptional emerging talent.

▶ Discover Ponpon’s music and explore her full story on the Gibson Gazette here: https://bit.ly/4cFpJJ4
▶ Shop Gibson ES guitars here: https://bit.ly/4fZ7YXB

Based in Los Angeles, Ponpon is the kind of artist who makes jazz feel both timeless and deeply personal. Blending expressive guitar playing, scat vocals, whistling, and storytelling, she brings audiences into her world with a sound that is warm, soulful, and entirely her own.

Inspired by jazz greats like George Benson, Ella Fitzgerald, and Chet Baker, Ponpon honors the tradition while adding her own voice to it. Every performance feels like a conversation, shaped by emotion, spontaneity, and a genuine love for the music.

Since taking the stage at age 12, she has shared her music with audiences across Asia and the United States, building a growing following through both live performances and viral videos. Whether performing in an intimate venue or on an international stage, Ponpon has a rare ability to create a connection that feels immediate and authentic.

That authenticity has led to international recognition, appearances on ABC World News Now, and praise from Grammy-winning musicians. But what stands out most isn’t the recognition. It’s the sincerity she brings to every note.

Follow our monthly Spotify playlist and social channels for more artists redefining the sound of today.

#Gibson #MusicDiscovery #ArtistSpotlight #Ponpon

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ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

100 Years of Gibson Flat-Tops Chapter Two: Iconic Body Shapes

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 17:40:04 -0700

The Roaring Twenties may be distant now, but the guitar revolution that began in 1926 in Kalamazoo continues to resonate around the world.

From fingerstyle soul-searching to cowboy chords driving the band, whatever you choose to play, when a Gibson flat-top passes from our hands to yours, it's the beginning of a lifetime of inspiration.

Join our yearlong celebration honoring a century of storied Gibson flat-tops, the passionate and talented people who handcraft them today in Bozeman, Montana, and the iconic artists who use them to shape popular music. Learn more at the link in bio.

#Gibson #100YearsOfFlatTops

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The untold history of Anthrax, ft. Charlie Benante

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:30:03 -0700

The untold history of Anthrax, told by drummer Charlie Benante.

Originally appearing on Metal and Monsters and now restored in 4K, this rare interview gives fans an inside look at the rise, struggles, and 40-year history of Anthrax from one of the musicians who lived it: iconic drummer Charlie Benante.

▶ Watch the full episode here: Metal & Monsters: Featuring Kirk Hammett of Metallica | https://bit.ly/45xhCJb

Charlie Benante looks back on his earliest memories of playing drums, discovering KISS, teaching himself guitar so he could turn the music in his head into songs, and his early dream of becoming a comic book artist.

He also shares the story of joining Anthrax after meeting Scott Ian and former bassist Danny Lilker, and how playing together for the first time changed the direction of his life. Charlie remembers the band’s first shows, their early demos, working with Ross the Boss, and the van tours that tested who was truly ready to keep going–something any band member trying to “make it” can understand.

Charlie then takes us inside some of the biggest moments in Anthrax history. He recalls writing Spreading the Disease before the band had a singer, the arrival of Joey Belladonna, and writing “A.I.R.” after feeling that something was missing from the album.

He also looks back at the making of Among the Living, the rise of thrash metal, and why the band knew they had something special. From the rushed recording of State of Euphoria to the darker period that shaped Persistence of Time, Charlie explains how each era reflected what was happening around the band.

The story also covers Anthrax’s groundbreaking crossover with Public Enemy on “Bring the Noise.” Charlie reveals how Chuck D initially turned the idea down, why he changed his mind after hearing Anthrax’s version, and how the collaboration quickly led to a tour together.

Charlie also speaks openly about major changes within the band, including Joey Belladonna’s departure, the arrival of John Bush, hearing him sing “Only” for the first time, and the difficult period when metal became a bad word, and Anthrax found themselves fighting to stay above water.

From We’ve Come for You All and the reunion that repaired old relationships to Worship Music, For All Kings, and four decades of Anthrax, Charlie reflects on how the band survived it all.

For Anthrax fans, Charlie Benante fans, and anyone interested in the real history of thrash metal, this restored interview offers a rare look at the music, lineup changes, friendships, setbacks, and perseverance behind one of metal’s most important bands.

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“The Long Road”: A Jared James Nichols Documentary

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 17:20:03 -0700

Out now exclusively on Gibson TV: The Long Road: A Jared James Nichols Documentary ⚡

An immersive and unfiltered look at the grit, grind, and rise of The Hard Edged Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter and Gibson Ambassador Jared James Nichols, capturing the defining moments and raw experiences that have shaped his journey as an artist.

Featuring candid interviews with Joe Bonamassa, Zakk Wylde and more, the film delivers an intimate portrait of Nichols’ journey from Waukesha, Wisconsin to stages around the world.

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Rex Brown on Far Beyond Driven—the heaviest album to ever hit #1

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:05:02 -0700

Rex Brown talks about recording Far Beyond Driven. This album became one of the most iconic metal albums of all time and changed modern metal music forever, debuting at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart on April 9, 1994.

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As Rex Brown, bass player and founding member of Pantera, puts it, the band never went backward. “Yesterday doesn’t mean anything,” he says, and the only measure that ever counted was whether the next record beat the one they had just made. That mindset is exactly what produced arguably the heaviest, most experimental album in the band’s catalog.

In this exclusive clip from ICONS on Gibson TV, bassist Rex Brown reflects on the making of Far Beyond Driven, the recording sessions that shaped it, and the subsequent tours to support it. He talks about chasing a bass sound big enough to survive a mix where the drums and guitars had to be the loudest thing in the room, and about a band six months deep into a record with nothing on their minds except making each riff harder than the ones on the last album.

Fans of Pantera will note that this is the album where the whammy pedal started to be part of Dimebag’s sound, and Rex picked up the five-string bass. “So everything just kept getting bigger and cooler,” Rex remembers, describing writing days where Phil Anselmo would sometimes stay away entirely while the rest of the band experimented and wondered whether he would dig what they had built. Good Friends and a Bottle of Pills came out of exactly that process, and it pointed straight at where Pantera went next.

Then there was the machine. Before the record even hit shelves, Warner handed the band a jet and sent them through eighteen cities in eleven days, two or three stores a day, two and three thousand kids at each one. “They knew what they had,” Rex says. “They put the guns behind it.” This is the story of Pantera at the height of their commercial push and their most experimental. Perfect for fans who want to know the story of the album Far Beyond Driven.

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Jared James Nichols reveals what being in a touring band is really like

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:45:03 -0700

Taken from The Long Road: A Jared James Nichols Documentary ⚡Out now exclusively on Gibson TV.

An immersive and unfiltered look at the grit, grind, and rise of The Hard Edged Guitarist/Singer/Songwriter and Gibson Ambassador Jared James Nichols, capturing the defining moments and raw experiences that have shaped his journey as an artist.

Featuring candid interviews with Joe Bonamassa, Zakk Wylde and more, the film delivers an intimate portrait of Nichols’ journey from Waukesha, Wisconsin to stages around the world.

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Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.

Molly Miller teaches her riff from “Over The Fence”

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:30:03 -0700

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Watch guitarist Molly Miller show you how to play the riff from “Over the Fence,” taken from the Molly Miller Trio album St. George.

In this clip from Riff Lords, Molly joins us at GTV to break down the tension-building guitar riff from “Over the Fence.” Originally improvised during the song’s solo section, it’s played entirely over a G minor chord.

In this Molly Miller guitar lesson, Molly shows you how to create a melody using notes from a G minor chord while adding G minor 9 and G minor 6 colors. Watch how she explains how playing on the upbeats and moving a chord voicing down by a half step creates tension before resolving, and learn the difference between hybrid picking and using a pick before she walks you through the pull-offs, hammer-ons, chord voicings, and pinky work needed to play the complete riff.

As Molly explains, the riff helps take the song “from a simmer” to “a light boil,” gradually building towards the climactic moment of the G minor solo section. If you want to learn how to make intricate solo voicings from chords, this is a really great guitar lesson for you.

About Molly Miller:

Molly Miller is one of Los Angeles’s most sought-after musicians, recording and touring with artists such as Jason Mraz, Black Eyed Peas, Donna Missal, and Morgxn at venues including the Hollywood Bowl, Royal Albert Hall, Coachella, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and Walt Disney Concert Hall.

Miller is featured on Jason Mraz’s 2018 album Know and 2020 album Look for the Good. She was part of the house band on the ABC primetime show Listen to Your Heart. Soon after earning her Doctorate in Musical Arts from the University of Southern California in 2016, she became chair of the Guitar Department at Los Angeles College of Music, a position she still holds. When Miller isn’t touring, running a guitar department, or working in the studio, she leads the Molly Miller Trio. In 2024, the trio released the album The Ballad of Hotspur, featuring the singles “66 West” and “Blues to Greens.”

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Slash's number-one Velvet Revolver guitar

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 17:25:03 -0700

Slash shows Mark Agnesi his heavily played early-2000s Gibson Les Paul™ Standard from Gibson Custom in Tobacco Burst. Watch the full video by clicking the realted video link.

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Did you know one of Slash’s main Velvet Revolver guitars was actually from the first full-production run of the Slash line of signature model Les Paul guitars?

In this clip from The Collection on Gibson TV, Slash chats with Mark Agnesi about an early-2000s Gibson Les Paul Standard in Tobacco Burst, made by the team at the Custom Shop. Slash explains that it came from the first real run of Slash models, circa 2000 to 2002 (although he is not quite sure).

The guitar originally featured a piezo pickup in the bridge and a switch that allowed Slash to move quickly to an acoustic-style sound. This gave him a practical alternative to using a double-neck guitar when performing songs that required both electric and acoustic tones.

Slash later removed the piezo system when he no longer needed the acoustic function. The guitar then became his main instrument throughout the Velvet Revolver era, taking over from his famous Les Paul known as “Jessica.”

Watch as Slash and Mark examine the guitar’s extensive natural wear, including deep buckle rash that Mark jokes is the result of the “Slash Lab,” rather than the Murphy Lab.

Slash also describes the guitar as light, aggressive-sounding, and particularly “bitey” without having too much high end. After years of touring and performances with Velvet Revolver, this Les Paul certainly has the scars and stories to prove that it was one of the hardest-working guitars in Slash’s incredible guitar collection.

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Slash's number-one Velvet Revolver guitar

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:20:04 -0700

Slash shows Mark Agnesi his heavily played early-2000s Gibson Les Paul™ Standard from Gibson Custom in Tobacco Burst.

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Did you know one of Slash’s main Velvet Revolver guitars was actually from the first full-production run of the Slash line of signature model Les Paul guitars?

In this clip from The Collection on Gibson TV, Slash chats with Mark Agnesi about an early-2000s Gibson Les Paul Standard in Tobacco Burst, made by the team at the Custom Shop. Slash explains that it came from the first real run of Slash models, circa 2000 to 2002 (although he is not quite sure).

The guitar originally featured a piezo pickup in the bridge and a switch that allowed Slash to move quickly to an acoustic-style sound. This gave him a practical alternative to using a double-neck guitar when performing songs that required both electric and acoustic tones.

Slash later removed the piezo system when he no longer needed the acoustic function. The guitar then became his main instrument throughout the Velvet Revolver era, taking over from his famous Les Paul known as “Jessica.”

Watch as Slash and Mark examine the guitar’s extensive natural wear, including deep buckle rash that Mark jokes is the result of the “Slash Lab,” rather than the Murphy Lab.

Slash also describes the guitar as light, aggressive-sounding, and particularly “bitey” without having too much high end. After years of touring and performances with Velvet Revolver, this Les Paul certainly has the scars and stories to prove that it was one of the hardest-working guitars in Slash’s incredible guitar collection.

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Learn to play "The Outsider” by A Perfect Circle with Billy Howerdel

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:10:03 -0700

Learn how to play The Outsider by A Perfect Circle with guitarist, songwriter, and founding member Billy Howerdel.

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Ever wondered how to play The Outsider by A Perfect Circle? In this exclusive clip from Riff Lords, Billy Howerdel breaks down one of the trickiest songs in his live set, walking through every section of the track and explaining exactly why it’s such a difficult song to pull off on stage.

The Outsider, released as a single from Thirteenth Step, the second A Perfect Circle album, is actually played using two different guitars in two different tunings. Billy’s main guitar sits in C sharp standard, while the second is an all-open B guitar, tuned low B, F sharp, mid B, mid B, high B, high B, which he plays with a slide. This is why it’s so hard to play! You need two guitars.

However, Billy breaks down the main riffs for you in this The Outsider guitar lesson, playing the song at full speed, then slowing it down and stripping the effects away so you can hear exactly what’s happening. He demonstrates the clean intro, starting with the pointer finger on the seventh fret of the A string and spreading out into a 7 9 9 shape, along with the flourishes and slides he adds on top. He then breaks down the riff section, 0 3 5, 0 3 5, and 7 on the A string, played with no pick and using a hammer-on from the third to the fifth fret.

Billy also covers the heavier chorded version of the same riff that arrives halfway through the song, explaining why landing those chords cleanly is far harder than playing the hammer-on version, plus the big bridge riff in E that he thinks of as sitting slightly ahead of the beat, which gives it that push, making the song drive really hard when the heavier section kicks in.

If you’re an A Perfect Circle fan, a Billy Howerdel fan, or simply looking for the ultimate guitar lesson on The Outsider by A Perfect Circle, this is a must-watch lesson from the guitarist who actually wrote the song.

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Gibson Backstage Heroes: Kathy Kelly, handcrafting your guitars for 50 years

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:05:03 -0700

Welcome to “Backstage Heroes,” a brand-new and exclusive series from Gibson TV, shining a light on some of the longest-serving artisans at Gibson craftories in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bozeman, Montana.

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Until now, many of our talented craftspeople have remained behind the scenes, helping to create the Gibson instruments heard on countless hit recordings and stages around the world. From our longest-serving employee to individuals who spearheaded innovations in product development, and other key figures in the Gibson team, Backstage Heroes tells the amazing stories of the people who make your dream Gibson guitars a reality.

In this first episode, we are proud to introduce Kathy Kelly. For more than 50 years, Kathy has helped shape Gibson guitars from within the finishing department at the Gibson craftory in Nashville. This is her story. It began at Gibson in 1975, shortly after Gibson relocated from Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Nashville, Tennessee. First, Kathy was a scuff sander, but she eventually became a member of the finishing department, helping to bring thousands of Gibson guitars to life over the decades—including yours.

Kathy shares fond memories of when Gibson first moved to Nashville with just 50 employees, reveals her thoughts on how the company has evolved over time, and explains why the connection between Gibson and its people means so much to her. From seeing the impact Gibson has had on Music City to reflecting on the moment she was honored with a beautiful Gibson Custom Dove acoustic in recognition of 50 years of service, Kathy’s story is a reminder that the people behind the guitars are the heart and soul of Gibson, and what makes Gibson so special.

ABOUT GIBSON
Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for over 130 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson family of brands includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original Made To Rock Hard guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effects pedals. We are dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson.