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Ibanez Adds 2 New Axes Ibanez has expanded its Axe Design Lab lineup for 2025 with two new mod- els. The SML721 features a Midnight At- lantic Ocean Matte finish and a light, multi-scale construction. The design combines a 25.5-inch scale length on the low E string with a 25-inch scale on the high E, resulting in balanced tension and consistent feel across the fretboard. The RGR52ET has been crafted for the mod- ern player. Equipped with Fishman Flu- ence pickups and an Evertune bridge, the instrument delivers a versatile tonal palette and superior tuning stability, at- tributable to its Evertune bridge. $ Ibanez (ibanez.com) GUITAR WALL
Michael Kelly Expands Bass Offerings Michael Kelly Guitars has expanded its Pinnacle bass lineup with new four-, five- and six-string models. The Pinnacle 4, Pinnacle 5 and Pinnacle 6 bass guitars combine robust sound, superior feel and a stylish look. Each instrument’s swamp ash body is finished with a natural burled poplar top in a shape that evenly distrib- utes the weight of the instrument. The five-piece maple and walnut neck topped with an ebony fretboard features glow-in- the-dark side markers for easy navigation on a dark stage. $ Michael Kelly Guitars (michaelkellyguitars.com)
Cort Redefines Versatility with X700 Mutility II The new Cort X700 Mutility II builds on the company’s original Mutility guitar model. The X700 features an upgraded multi-scale design for comfort and play- ability. Equipped with Fishman Fluence Open Core Modern Humbucker pickups and a five-way super switch with a push/ pull knob, it offers a wide tonal range — from powerful humbucker warmth to crisp single-coil clarity — making it useful in any genre. Available in Tactical Gray and Military Beige, the guitar boasts a bass- wood body, and a five-piece roasted ma- ple and walnut neck. $ Cort (cortguitars.com)
Donner’s Hush Series Grows Donner has expanded its Hush lineup of headless electric guitars with the release of the Hush-X Pro. Similar to other models in the Hush line, the Hush-X Pro is crafted from mahogany, boasting a roasted ma- ple fretboard, a slim C-shaped neck with a neck-through and detach- able body, making it comfortable for guitarists of all skill levels. The guitar includes rounded stainless- steel frets and a built-in tuner.
PRS Honors 40th with 2 LE Models
PRS Guitars is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2025 with the release of two limited-edition models: PRS Private Stock 40th Anniversary McCarty Drag- on and PRS 40th Anniversary Custom 24. The PRS Private Stock 40th An- niversary McCarty Dragon is the 10th Dragon since the first was introduced in 1992. The Dragon comprises more than 200 pieces of inlay in an array of ma- terials, including Blue Pacific Opal and Brown Scale Juma. The PRS 40th An- niversary Custom 24 is limited to 400 pieces and features both new appoint- ments and traditional design features. $ PRS Guitars (prsguitars.com)
Reverend Gets Ready to Rock with Bob Balch Floyd Model
The Hush-X Pro offers four electric guitar tones and three acoustic tones. Employ- ing high-precision sam- pling, the guitar cap- tures the nuances of each pickup for a rich sound experience. A comprehensive ef- fects chain lets musi- cians create and cus- tomize dozens of preset combinations. $ Donner (donnermusic.com)
When fuzzrock guitarist Bob Balch asked for a new tremolo model, Rever- end Guitars equipped the guitar with the Floyd Rose 1000 Series Pro trem- olo system. The Bob Balch Floyd of- fers enhanced performance, versatility and tuning stability. Adding the Floyd’s metallic mass enhances the sparkle and harmonic richness to the tone. Reverend Guitars’ Joe Naylor designed the guitar for reliable performance.
Balch is the lead guitarist for fuzz rock giants Fu Manchu. He also pio- neered a successful guitar education website called playthisriff.com, where he invites metal, punk and other heavy guitarists to teach a few songs to his subscribers. The Bob Balch Floyd is the second signature model with Bob Balch from Reverend Guitars. $ Reverend Guitars (reverendguitars.com)
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