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Guitar World Magazine

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Guitar World magazine offers broad-ranging interviews that cover technique, instruments and lifestyles as well as Guitar World’s instructional lessons. Professionals and beginners alike turn to Guitar World for top-flight coverage of their favorite artist, from rock titans like Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page to contemporary stars like the Kings of Leon.
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Guitar World

August 2026 This issue commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Fender Telecaster, exploring its legacy as the first commercially successful solid body electric guitar. The edition delves into the enduring popularity and versatility of this iconic instrument, highlighting its significance in the evolution of electric guitar design and music. Featured: - In-depth feature on the history and impact of the Fender Telecaster - Examination of the Telecaster's role in various musical genres - Interviews with influential guitarists about their experiences and preferences regarding the Telecaster - Insights into the technical specifications and innovations over the years - A retrospective on legendary performances featuring the Telecaster


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This issue commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Fender Telecaster, exploring its legacy as the first commercially successful solid body electric guitar. The edition delves into the enduring popularity and versatility of this iconic instrument, highlighting its significance in the evolution of electric guitar design and music.

Featured:

- In-depth feature on the history and impact of the Fender Telecaster
- Examination of the Telecaster's role in various musical genres
- Interviews with influential guitarists about their experiences and preferences regarding the Telecaster
- Insights into the technical specifications and innovations over the years
- A retrospective on legendary performances featuring the Telecaster
read more read less
Guitar World magazine offers broad-ranging interviews that cover technique, instruments and lifestyles as well as Guitar World’s instructional lessons. Professionals and beginners alike turn to Guitar World for top-flight coverage of their favorite artist, from rock titans like Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page to contemporary stars like the Kings of Leon.

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