Builder Miran Katar brings a deep understanding for the materials he works with into each of his builds - that's just one of the reasons why Mikagi Guitars are well worth checking out.

Even if we have no interest producing or sharing or selling our music, recording can be a great way to improve our playing - even with the most basic setup and minimal know-how.

A recording of the band from a gig at a Pasadena high school in 1975 has emerged, and it's definitely worth a listen for Van Halen fans and all guitar players in general! Hearing such a raw recording of a great band in their infancy is something I've always loved, and this is a fantastic example. 

Coming across John Stubbings' book "The Devil Is In It" today got me fascinated to learn more about the project. If you're wanting to find out more yourself, go check out orpharionpress.com.

It's not something you see often, but Spalt Instruments of Austria and Jersey Girl Homemade Guitars of Japan have come together to create a truly stunning and unique build. Could we see more collaborative high-end guitars in the future?