# Best guitar gear launched this week > From signature models to affordable effects, the latest releases span pro-level instruments and budget-friendly gear. - Title: Best guitar gear launched this week · Guitar World | Shortify - Summary: From signature models to affordable effects, the latest releases span pro-level instruments and budget-friendly gear. This week's gear launches offer… - Keywords: yamaha revstar, matteo mancuso, jackson guitars, phil collen, boss effects, prs silver sky, john mayer, strandberg boden, fender stratocaster, epiphone gibson, eric clapton, gibson es-335 - Source: Guitar World — https://guitarworld.com/gear/guitar-gear-round-up-25-sep - Published: 2026-09-26T04:00:00+00:00 - Read time: 3 min - Topics: yamaha revstar, matteo mancuso, jackson guitars, phil collen, boss effects, prs silver sky, john mayer, strandberg boden, fender stratocaster, epiphone gibson, eric clapton, gibson es-335 ## Yamaha Revstar gets Mancuso treatment Sicilian fusion guitarist Matteo Mancuso's signature RS20MM features a Vintage Sunburst finish, gold hardware, and DiMarzio PAF 36th Anniversary humbuckers on an underrated platform. > We have long been of the opinion that the Yamaha Revstar is one of the most underrated electric guitars on the market ## Jackson Phil Collen PC1-E drops price The new Pro Series PC1-E brings pro-level Def Leppard tones at $2,199, down from the pricier original. It includes an active Sustainer, DiMarzio pickups, Floyd Rose vibrato, and a heavily distressed nitro finish. ## Boss EX-4 expands your pedalboard This Goldilocks-sized effects expander packs 120 Boss effects, 256 presets, and extensive I/O options for mono, stereo, MIDI, and expression pedal control without overwhelming your board. ## PRS Silver Sky meets Land Rover John Mayer and PRS collaborate with Land Rover Jaguar on limited-edition Silver Skys finished in Defender factory paint colors, available in US-made Core and SE models. ## Strandberg Boden Essential gets tremolo The headless Boden Essential now features the Arc TILT tremolo system at $1,099, bringing affordable access to Strandberg's innovative platform with quality finish options. ## Fender Silent System tackles hum Fender's new passive Silent System sits under the pickguard to eliminate single-coil hum without affecting tone, debuting on limited American Professional Classic Stratocasters and Telecasters. ## Epiphone releases Clapton ES-335 replica An Inspired by Gibson Custom replica of Eric Clapton's iconic 1964 ES-335 launches in 2027, debuting at the Crossroads Guitar Festival in Austin this weekend. ## Gibson honors Gustavo Cerati A limited edition Gibson ES-335 tribute to late Soda Stereo frontman Gustavo Cerati recreates his original 1965 model with a double-guard, available now at Gibson Garage Miami (only 60 made). ## Vox AC Mini brings classic tone home The AC Mini delivers classic Vox diamond-grilled tone at 10 solid-state watts for $99, solving the problem of AC30s and AC15s being too loud for home practice. ## Polyend Loop goes beyond guitar At $599, the Polyend Loop offers unlimited overdubbing, works with line inputs and dynamic mics, and includes an onboard drum machine for serious rhythm creation. ## Guild expands Starfire lineup Guild adds 17 new Starfires to its Newark Street range with double-cut, single-cut, and Custom options, plus a bass model, all with great finishes under a grand. ## JAM Pedals upgrades Wahcko wah The Wahcko MK2 returns with six selectable frequency ranges and a custom-made inductor inspired by vintage Vox wahs, used by Nile Rodgers and Mateus. ## Fortin 3.33 boosts metal tone Fortin's dual-channel boost pedal for Frederick Thordendal adds amp-switching and an onboard Zuul noise gate to the original's high-gain capabilities. ## Two Notes Captor X Pro redefines load box Two Notes' flagship digital load box offers switchable Reactive and Resistive load voicing with studio-quality features, developed with Ampete Engineering for total backline control. ## ENGL launches Powercube and Savage ENGL's Powercube 200 is a 200-watt Class D power amp pedal for cabinets and PA systems, while the Savage 30 is a 30-watt tube head with noise gate and power scaling. ## Key takeaway This week's gear launches offer something for every player, from affordable signature guitars to innovative effects and amp solutions.