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Utah's Cox supports appealing a court ruling that ordered the state to redraw its congressional maps, emphasizing the legislature's constitutional authority over redistricting, amid ongoing disputes following a 2018 ballot initiative and subsequent legislative actions. The judge's decision has prompted political backlash, including calls for impeachment of the judge involved.
The Anaheim Ducks traded goaltender John Gibson to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for Petr Mrázek and two draft picks, signaling a significant roster change for the team.
Gibson is searching for the iconic 'Marty McFly' guitar from 'Back to the Future,' which has been missing for decades. The company is producing a documentary called 'Lost to the Future' to document the search, which involves public tips and historical research, with hopes of reuniting the guitar with its rightful owner or showcasing it publicly.
Guns N' Roses members Slash and Duff McKagan have teamed up with Gibson CEO Cesar Gueikian to release a charity single titled "I Can Breathe" under the name Gibson Band. The track, featuring McKagan on vocals and Slash on lead guitar, aims to raise funds for the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The single's artwork, created by Serj Tankian, will be auctioned alongside a signed Gibson guitar. The collaboration highlights the band's commitment to mental health awareness and showcases a progressive rock influence.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents seized over 3,000 counterfeit Gibson electric guitars at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport, which would have been worth $18 million if authentic. The guitars, shipped from Asia, were confirmed as fake by Gibson, a leading manufacturer of premium electric guitars. The seizure highlights the ongoing issue of counterfeit goods, especially during the holiday shopping season, and the importance of consumer vigilance. The investigation, involving multiple agencies, is ongoing, with intellectual property violations carrying severe penalties.
U.S. authorities have seized over 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars, valued at nearly $18.7 million, in a record bust. The fake guitars, shipped from Asia, were intercepted by Customs and Border Protection and Homeland Security in Los Angeles. Gibson confirmed the guitars were counterfeit, as genuine Gibsons are made in the U.S. The bust highlights the risk of buying from unauthorized sources, especially during the holiday season. Gibson's CMO expressed the emotional impact on the company and its artisans.
Authorities in Los Angeles seized 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars valued at $18 million, marking the largest counterfeit musical instrument seizure on record. The operation involved U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The guitars were intended for online sale, where buyers might not verify their authenticity. Gibson representatives noted the fakes were not convincing to knowledgeable players. No suspects have been identified in the case.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection, in collaboration with Gibson and other agencies, seized over 3,000 counterfeit Gibson guitars valued at $18 million, marking the largest seizure of fake musical instruments in history. This operation highlights Gibson's ongoing efforts to protect its intellectual property, as the company also warns consumers about fraudulent products on e-commerce platforms. The seizure coincides with Gibson's 130th anniversary celebrations, which include special guitar releases.
Gibson has issued a cease and desist order to 16 Creative, the company behind Trump Guitars, for allegedly copying the design of its iconic Les Paul guitar. The guitars, endorsed by President-elect Trump and some autographed by him, are marketed as the only guitars endorsed by Trump, with prices reaching $10,000. Despite not owning the company, Trump has promoted the guitars, which are part of a broader branding effort that includes various Trump-branded products.
Gibson has relaunched its guitar amps line with the Falcon 5 and Falcon 20, compact tube amp combos designed with input from Randall Smith and his Mesa/Boogie R&D team. These amps, inspired by a classic ‘60s design, feature power scaling, tube-driven spring reverb, and footswitchable tremolo. The Falcon 20 offers Multi-Watt technology with three different wiring options, while the Falcon 5 is a single-ended Class A amplifier. Both amps are portable, equipped with a DI output, and reasonably priced, with the Falcon 5 at $1,499 and the Falcon 20 at $1,799.
YouTuber and rare guitar collector, Austin from The Trogly's Guitar Show, has finally tracked down the original Gibson map guitar prototype used in the company's 'American-made, world-played' campaign. The guitar, shaped like the US mainland, was a centerpiece of Gibson's promotional efforts in the 1980s. After years of searching, Austin secured the guitar through a lucky coincidence when a viewer who works at a guitar store recognized it from Austin's YouTube video and consigned it to the store. Austin plans to eventually display the guitar in his own museum.
Gibson, the iconic American guitar maker, is celebrating its made-in-America status with the opening of its flagship store, Gibson Garage, in Nashville. The immersive retail space offers visitors a hands-on, interactive experience where they can test out guitars, learn about different models, and even create custom Gibson guitars. The store also hosts live performances and events, providing a hub for music enthusiasts to explore the brand's rich history and celebrate American craftsmanship.