G&G

Charvel has announced the release of these guitars but they will only be available in 'Fall (September). These are the new Rick Graham (bottom) & Guthrie Govan (top) signature models. What's the big deal? These are made in Japan so it won't be as costly if these were made in the USA. The former feature Bare Knuckle pickups while the latter are Charvel's own custom units. The pertinent question: Will these be here?

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Charvel GG

Guthrie Govan is now in the Charvel camp, this here is his proto model. Well, it might not be a signature deal, more info upon breaking news.

Basswood speaks

Ha! Guthrie Govan's latest signature Suhr guitar features a basswood body- there are many people out there who are very dismissive when it comes to all things basswood; they don't vene want to listen when you mention this wood type.

Worthy quote: Guthrie Govan

What GG said in a recent interview: I'm also very into avoiding any situation where I become known as 'the guy who can sound like other people.'

This is a reminder that there are like-minded people like me out there. I strive not to sound like others in terms of tone or playing style. I get put off by people who ask me if I can play like someone else, "Hey, can you play Vai stuff?" Yes, we all started out by emulating our heroes but along the way, we have to disown this phase in life where we can't generate our own music & simply replicate others' ideas. I am a proponent of music, the guitar is my tool. It shouldn't overwhelm me, I should be in control.