Gibson
Everything published on Viyolens under Gibson — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Common Flying V Mistakes to Avoid
Benjamin runs through the specific mistakes Flying V buyers keep making, with a quick, practical fix for each one.
The Complete Guide to Gibson Lp Studio
The Gibson LP Studio is a professional-level Les Paul built for working musicians who want genuine tone and build quality without the premium price tag.
Common Les Paul Junior Mistakes to Avoid
This guitar rewards care and attention. Here are the mistakes most players make with a Les Paul Junior, and what to do instead.
The Best Gibson Lp Customs for the Money
No invented lab tests — just an honest tier list of where the real value sits across the Les Paul Custom family.
The Best Les Paul Juniors for the Money
The design delivers most of its value through a pushed amp, which means the Epiphone and used Gibson market often beats the new Gibson on value. Here's where to look.
A Guide to Gibson Lp Custom
Black finish, gold hardware and serious sustain — here's the story and the substance behind Gibson's dressed-up flagship Les Paul.
Firebird Studio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Intimidated by the Firebird Studio's bold looks? Don't be. This semi-hollow body guitar is actually forgiving to learn on and sounds professional from day one.
The Complete Guide to White Les Paul Gibson
The white Les Paul Gibson combines iconic rock and roll aesthetics with legendary tone. Discover this timeless guitar's construction, playability, and enduring appeal.
Gibson Explorer: A Complete Buyer's Guide
What to actually check before buying a Gibson Explorer, from used-guitar red flags to Gibson versus Epiphone.
The Complete Guide to Hollow Body Guitar Gibson
Gibson hollow body guitars blend acoustic warmth with electric amplification. Discover why ES-335 and similar models remain jazz standards.
Les Paul Explained: Features, Types and Tips
From its mahogany-and-maple construction to its legendary humbuckers, the Les Paul has shaped rock guitar for over seventy years — here is what makes it tick.
The Ultimate Guide to Gibson Es 335
The benchmark semi-hollow since 1958 — here's the honest, no-hype explanation of how a Gibson ES-335 works and why it still matters.
Gibson Acoustic Guitar Explained: Features, Types and Tips
The whole Gibson acoustic family explained: body shapes, the J-45, Hummingbird, Dove and SJ-200, tonewoods, and the latest additions to the range.
Gibson Les Paul: A Complete Buyer's Guide
From Epiphone entry-levels to the USA-made Standards, buying a Les Paul is a considered decision. Here's how to find the right one for your hands and your budget.
Gibson Acoustic Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A friendly, no-nonsense starting point for a first Gibson: why bigger isn't automatically better, and where to actually start looking.
Common Gibson Acoustic Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes I see again and again from behind the counter: buying the name not the body shape, skipping structural checks, and ignoring humidity.
Gibson Garage London Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Part shop, part gallery, part gig venue — here's what you'll actually find inside Gibson's central London flagship.
The Complete Guide to Gibson Semi Hollow Guitars
Gibson semi-hollow guitars combine acoustic warmth with electric versatility, making them legendary for blues, jazz, and rock. Discover why the ES-335 remains iconic.
Gibson Lp Custom: A Complete Buyer's Guide
This is a guitar people fall for on sight. Here's the practical, honest checklist to run through before your heart makes the final call.
Gibson Victory for Beginners: A Complete Guide
First-time Gibson Victory owner? This guide covers everything you need to know about setting it up, understanding the controls, choosing strings and looking after a vintage instrument.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Electric Black
Black electric guitars command cultural significance and visual drama unmatched by other colours. Discover why black remains the ultimate choice for rock, jazz, metal, and more.
Common Gibson Victory Mistakes to Avoid
Whether you are buying or already own one, these are the mistakes that cost Victory owners most — and the straightforward ways to avoid each one.
Epiphone Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A Gibson subsidiary since 1957, this brand produces affordable versions of classic shapes alongside original designs — this guide explains the range, hardware and who each model suits.
The Complete Guide to Flying V Bass
The Flying V bass brings Gibson's iconic modernistic design to the bass register, offering dramatic visual appeal combined with warm, distinctive tone.
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Electric Guitar
A versatile amplified instrument for rhythm, lead and genre-spanning performance, from clean tones to high-gain sounds.
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Epiphone
Accessible guitars with classic styling, covering electrics, acoustics and semi-hollows for players at every level.
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Flying V
The flying v is a striking electric guitar shape known for powerful tone, strong stage presence and rock appeal.
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Gibson Acoustic Guitar
The gibson acoustic guitar delivers warm, responsive tone with the heritage and presence many musicians look for.
Gibson Explorer
The gibson explorer combines bold styling with powerful electric tone for rock and metal players.
Gibson Firebird
The gibson firebird offers distinctive styling, clear tone and a unique playing feel for expressive electric guitarists.
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Gibson Les Paul
The Gibson Les Paul is a legendary electric guitar known for sustain, power and classic rock-ready tone.
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Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
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