Guitar Buzz

Thesixtyone.com or "how to piss off your users"

2010-01-29T08:51:00.001-08:00

I suppose I was one of the last power users to find out about the new design for theSixtyone.com. I've tracked down that it happened about a week or so ago, however it took real detective work to find that out. So let's talk about what happened.Note: I set up an account at Stereo Fame and am testing it out to see what I think. Come on over and try it outSeems that T61 got some investors and

Conan farewell w/ Will Ferrel and Beck

2010-01-29T07:56:00.001-08:00

The Tonight Show featuring Conan closed out with an epic show stopping version of Free Bird with guest singer Will Ferrel, guest guitarists Beck and ZZ Top and slide guitarist Ben Harper. Not as hillarious as just epic and memorable. 8:17 mins PGConan Says Goodbye with Will Ferrell & Freebird - watch more funny videos

Epiphone Sweet Leaf Gibson Day Event: January 30

2010-01-27T12:53:00.001-08:00

Come rock out on Saturday, January 30 and text to win one sweet guitar! (at select US locations)As part of Gibson and Epiphone's monthly Global Gibson Days Events, these legendary brands invite their fans to come into select locations on Saturday January 30th for a test drive, free tee shirt (limited quantities) and to enter to win great prizes including a Gibson guitar. To make this event even

Fender Cell Phone

2010-01-22T07:29:00.001-08:00

It has finally happened. A major guitar manufacturer has paired with cell phone company and branded a phone with the guitar brand. In a capitalistic world where brands try to find every penny under every seat cushion, it was really inevitable. The HTC MyTouch phone, running on the T-Mobile Carrier in the US, runs the Google Android operating system. Pairing with Fender doesn't really give the

Vintage Fender information

2010-01-22T07:19:00.001-08:00

Check out old advertisements and information about Vintage Fender Guitars at Vitamine.ch. The site hosts a huge collection of pictures and information regarding pre-1966 Fender guitars. There are old Fender Ads as well as break downs for all the instruments from this period. It is really a wealth of information about the vintage instruments from this era. Check out the Vintage Guitar Info Here

Aaron Lewis Southern Jumbo by Gibson

2010-01-19T08:51:00.000-08:00

If I was given $3,653 dollars to buy a guitar today, it would be this beautiful Gibson Southern Jumbo Acoustic. The style is perfect for that acoustic lover who doesn't want to get confused with a folk guitarist. I know that when I'm looking at acoustic guitars I'm definitely drawn to the acoustics that have a "Cool" look. I want to be Elvis or John Lennon not James Taylor or John Denver.

Gibson SG Zoot Suit

2009-09-21T10:29:00.001-07:00

It is rare (these days) that a guitar makes me take a second look, then salivate. The Gibson SG Zoot Suit is a little bit of awesome. What makes the Zoot so unique is that the guitar isn't painted in the traditional sense. The body of the Zoot is made up of layers of Birch wood that have been dyed then glued together. The body was then cut into the SG shape and all of the colors of the dyed

Kramer NiteV

2009-09-15T10:17:00.001-07:00

Kramer Guitars have a long history of making guitars that are performance driven. Its reign in the 80’s as one of the top guitar companies in the world is legendary. Kramer is proud to announce the upcoming release of the NiteV. This is one of the many new models Kramer will have in stores this fall. We can’t show them all at once…the extreme G.A.S. could cause health problems!The NiteV’s

Enter To Win The "SG Gal" Title And An SG From Gibson USA!

2009-09-15T10:15:00.000-07:00

Gibson is looking to fill the title of "SG Gal" with a girl guitarist who's got the chops and the charm to represent one of the most iconic guitars in our lineup, the Gibson SG.If you think you fit the bill and you'd like to win a new SG from Gibson USA, all you have to do to qualify is upload an original video to YouTube that shows why you deserve to be named the ultimate "SG Girl."Sure, you may

Rock Band Fender Guitar

2009-09-03T10:51:00.000-07:00

For the kid who has everything, Fender has created a Rock Band guitar controller made out of an actual Fender Stratocaster body. Below is the actual press release. OH and the controller will be selling for around $300 USD.SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (September 3, 2009) – Fender Musical Instruments Corp. and Mad Catz®, the official third-party developer of Rock Band™ peripherals and accessories, have come

Epiphone Wilshire

2009-09-01T18:04:00.001-07:00

One of a Kind Sound from Epiphone's Glorious Past! In 1957 Gibson purchased New York's Epiphone Guitar Company and moved production to Kalamazoo, Michigan. With plans to expand retail distribution by differentiating Epiphone dealers from Gibson dealers, Gibson began production of a new line of "Kalamazoo-made and designed" Epiphones in 1959. For over a decade, Epiphone solid body guitars and

John Lennon Casino

2009-09-01T18:03:00.001-07:00

The NEW "Inspired by" John Lennon Casinos offer the professional musician the same key features of Epiphone's acclaimed John Lennon signature U.S.A. Casinos but at a more affordable price. Also based upon the "1965" Casino and the "Revolution" Casino, these two "Inspired by" versions combine the cost-effective workmanship of Epiphone's own factory in Asia with original Gibson U.S.A. electronics

Cleveland Rocks! Presented by Gibson and Epiphone Guitar

2009-09-01T18:00:00.000-07:00

Cleveland, OH-August 27, 2009-Cleveland Rocks!, presented by Gibson and Epiphone Guitar has announced the names of the first tier of 25 visual artists selected to take part in the public arts project to benefit local charities. Each artist selected will be given the opportunity to paint one of the playable Epiphone guitars which will later be displayed at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

Gibson Guitar Mega Outlet Sale

2009-07-21T08:05:00.000-07:00

On Friday, July 24, Gibson offers you an exclusive chance to purchase authentic instruments and gear from Gibson's family of brands at unbelievable prices during the first Mega Outlet Sale. All instruments and gear will be offered at specially reduced pricing, and will include demo model guitars, prototypes and samples — all offered for the first time to consumers and fans. This rare sales event

Steinberger ZT-3 Custom

2009-07-03T09:12:00.000-07:00

Steiberger's got a new guitar. What makes this a special axe? Well it can change keys by hitting the tremolo system. Pretty interesting.From the site:ZT-3 Custom: Since the introduction of the first Steinberger instruments in 1980, the Steinberger name has become synonymous with evolution, innovation, ergonomics and performance. Continuing that tradition, Steinberger announces the new ZT3™

My First Earthquake

2009-07-03T09:06:00.000-07:00

Awesome band from the LA area. A little dance, a little synth, but all fun. Song you should check out Cool in the Cool Way. It rocks.Kind of like the Yeah Yeah Yeah's, a little like the B52's... From The Sixty One.com Bio:Finally! We have posted "Cool in the Cool Way," from our new album, "Downstairs."The game of "Hipper than thou" is quite a po-mo, privileged problem, huh? In the San

Minipop

2009-07-03T08:55:00.000-07:00

A dream pop band on The Sixty One.com. The music is airy and light. Very melodious. The lead singer Tricia Kane has a sound that is soothing and just really really nice. This is the type of music you might want to listen to if your riding in a train or maybe taking a walk through a medow . . . I guess. It is pretty music and worth a listen.From The Sixtyone.com Bio:We are Minipop, 2 girls

OPTEK RELEASES FREE FRETLIGHT® STUDIO™ PC APPLICATION FOR THE FRETLIGHT GUITAR

2009-06-22T11:15:00.001-07:00

RENO, Nev. — Optek Music Systems, Inc., manufacturer of the revolutionary Fretlight® guitar, announced today the release of its new Fretlight Studio application for PC. “We wanted to accomplish two things for our customers with this release,” Rusty Shaffer, president and CEO of Optek Music System said. “First, we wanted to simplify the interface for our key Fretlight applications, and second, we

The Sixty One.com : One of the best music sites ever

2009-06-22T10:54:00.000-07:00

If you are in a band or just a bed room song writer you probably have looked for a place to share your music, and you've probably been let down. I know I have. Back in the day I used to love Garageband.com but just to get your music up seemed like a job, and one that didn't pay well or anything at all.Then I found The Sixty One.com It's named after a road that is famous for something - now I

ART MPA Gold Microphone Preamplifier: Great Deal

2009-04-28T06:41:00.000-07:00

Looking to warm up your tracks? The Art MPA microphone preamp can give you all the tubey warmth you want at a fraction of the cost of other tube preamps. I've been a huge advocate of ART's mic preamps for years and AMS is having a sale for this one in particular. This dual channel preamp is currently priced at $259.98 and they have a dent and scratch item for $20 cheaper. Below are the

Taylor 210 E

2009-04-14T10:44:00.000-07:00

I got this bad boy right before Valentines Day 2009. It is a Taylor 210E. It is fricken awesome. I bought it from Guitar Center with a 15% off coupon bringing the price down to about $775. It came with a case.The guitar isn't the most exciting looking. There are definitely cooler guitars. The finish is a satinish laminate body. The guitar plays really really well and sounds amazing. I've

zoom H4n Review

2009-04-14T06:39:00.000-07:00

I get emails from AMS with new products releases and deals etc. I look through them and most of the time I just end up tossing it not really coveting anything in the mag. Today, that didn't happen. I've always used quick recorders to jot down song ideas, but I've never really been happy with them. I've never had an all in one type recorder, but I think the H4n would do it for me.I've read

Guitar Deals and News :

2007-07-13T16:47:00.000-07:00

Guitar Deals and News :This fantastic website has lots of info about guitars. The site features lots of reviews of guitars, and industry news. Check it out.

Unbelievable Gibson Faded SG Special Electric Guitar online at Guitar Center

2007-07-05T09:01:00.000-07:00

Here is an unbelievable sale on Gibson SG's. They retail $1058. but they have them marked at $579.99. That is down right ridiculous. The SG has really started showing up alot since Guitar Hero by Red Octane used the style of the SG for its controller. Pretty Awesome.. Buy Gibson Faded SG Special Electric Guitar online at Guitar Center

Fender Jaguar HH Electric Guitar with Gigbag - Black at AmericanMusical.com

2007-07-05T08:58:00.000-07:00

American Music Supply is having a great sale on Fender Jaguars. $629.97. It comes with a Gig bag. Not too totally a bad deal. I've never played one, but the certainly look cool. I might go down to the local store and give one a try. Here the linkFender Jaguar HH Electric Guitar with Gigbag - Black at AmericanMusical.com