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Beat-Making on the Akai Professional MPC Sample with DIBIA$E

DIBIA$E makes beats on the Akai Professional MPC Sample—quick sampling, chopping, effects, and pocket-ready MPC workflow in action.

Fender 75th Anniversary Telecaster Jam | Molly Miller Trio with Angela Petrilli

Hear Fender 75th Anniversary Telecasters in a live jam at Gold Diggers LA: Molly Miller Trio ft. Angela Petrilli.

Product Demos
17 Mar 2026
Fender 75th Anniversary American Ultra II Telecaster Demo with Molly Miller

Molly Miller demos the Fender 75th Anniversary American Ultra II Telecaster—Ultra Noiseless/Rail pickups, S-1 switching, and modern playability with classic Tele feel.

Product Demos
17 Mar 2026
Fender 75th Anniversary Vintera Road Worn 1951 Telecaster Demo with Angela Petrilli

Hear Angela Petrilli demo the Fender 75th Anniversary Vintera Road Worn 1951 Telecaster—Pure Vintage ’51 pickups, classic twang & mojo.

Product Demos
17 Mar 2026

News

Meet the Synthesizer MIDI Player: Try Select Synths Online at Guitar Center Before You Buy

Try synths online before you buy with Guitar Center’s Synthesizer MIDI Player—audition patches via MIDI controller, keyboard, or mobile.

Kiki Wong & Yvette Young Pedal and Tone Masterclass Recap

GC Hollywood Feb 26, 2026: Kiki Wong & Yvette Young dive into pedals, evolving tone, live performances, and Q&A.

News
04 Mar 2026
Guitar Center Partners With Tennessee Titans and Nissan Stadium in Music City

Guitar Center partners with the Tennessee Titans at new Nissan Stadium, bringing live music, cutting-edge AV tech, and GC Foundation impact.

News
18 Feb 2026
NAMM 2026: Influencers Picked Their Favorite Gear

We invited six artists and influencers to explore the Anaheim Conventional Center and share their favorite products unveiled at NAMM 2026.

News
13 Feb 2026

Gear Tips

Discover the Taylor Gold Label difference: vintage-inspired warmth, modern playability and new 510e, 710e and 810e models.

Spotlight on the New AKG C Series Microphones

Meet AKG’s new C Series—C104, C114 and C151—three pro-level condensers under $250 that bring classic studio sound to home recording.

Gear Tips
27 Mar 2026
A History of the Akai Professional MPC

Let’s journey through the history of Akai Professional’s MPC series and discover why these machines continue shaping music to this day.

Gear Tips
24 Mar 2026
Stratocaster vs. Telecaster—Key Differences, Tone Comparison & Which Is Better?

Stratocaster vs Telecaster: Compare tone, pickups, body style, price and playability to decide which Fender electric guitar is right for you.

Gear Tips
19 Mar 2026

Buying Guides

How to Choose the Best Acoustic Guitar Strings

Looking for the best acoustic guitar strings? Learn the differences between light vs. medium gauge, phosphor bronze vs. 80/20 bronze, coated vs. uncoated and more in this complete buying guide.

Top 5 Most Popular Electric Guitars

Explore the five most popular electric guitars—Tele, Strat, Les Paul, ES-335 and SG—and find the right timeless classic for your style.

Buying Guides
27 Mar 2026
How to Choose the Best Electric Guitar Strings

We're here to help you find the best strings that suit your playing style and genre, match well with your guitar and feel right

Buying Guides
27 Mar 2026
Top 5 Most Popular Acoustic Guitars

Discover 2026’s 5 most popular acoustic guitars—Martin D-28, Gibson J-45 & Hummingbird, Taylor GS Mini-e, Córdoba C5—compared.

Buying Guides
24 Mar 2026

Interviews

Akai Professional MPC Sample: Inside the Pocket-Size MPC With Andy Mac

Meet Akai Pro’s pocket-size MPC Sample with Andy Mac—fast sampling, chop modes, effects, and USB-C workflow for beats anywhere.

Inside the Noise Episode 12: Gabe's Takeaways from Season 1

Guitar Center CEO Gabe Dalporto reviews the first season of Inside the Noise, unpacking leadership lessons and artist success stories from guests like Chad Smith, Blu DeTiger and Kenny Aronoff.

Interviews
10 Mar 2026
Inside the Noise Episode 11: Marcus Ryle

Gabe Dalporto talks with Marcus Ryle on the gear innovations behind Oberheim, Alesis ADAT and the Line 6 POD.

Interviews
03 Mar 2026
Inside the Noise Episode 10: Chris Lombardi

Gabe Dalporto talks with Chris Lombardi on DW Drums’ evolution from education to world-class kits & hardware.

Interviews
24 Feb 2026