Different strokes

Last year’s D’Ambrosio series guitars signified numerous firsts for Eastman, not least that they were US-made with boutique prices to match. These new FullerTones capture the magic at a fraction of the price

MARTIN DE RETRO PLUS MAHOGANY £1,899

For something versatile or offbeat, reimagining a classic could be the way to go

Our pick of the month’s most delectable and wallet-bothering new gear

Over the past 80 years this well-travelled archtop has had illustrious owners and featured on some landmark recordings

Taking cues from Steely Dan but bringing their own unique vibe to the 70s AOR genre, Young Gun Silver Fox have grown a devoted fanbase. We join guitarist and co-founder Shawn Lee to see how rare, oddball and collectible guitars have powered their sound