is an American magazine for guitarists that ended its 58-year print run in December 2024 . Founded in 1967 in San Jose, California, by Bud Eastman, it was the world's oldest continuously published magazine dedicated to the instrument. Current Status and Content
For decades, it was considered the "bible" for serious musicians, featuring iconic covers from Jimi Hendrix to Eddie Van Halen. Guitar Player
: The legacy lives on at GuitarPlayer.com , managed by digital editor-in-chief Christopher Scapelliti. is an American magazine for guitarists that ended
: The platform remains a primary source for artist interviews , gear reviews , and instructional lessons across rock, blues, jazz, and metal. Historical Significance by Bud Eastman
: Active print subscribers were automatically transitioned to its sister publication, Guitar World .