Behind the Headstock

02/21/2026

....Made you laugh

01/31/2026

Is this a new Buzz Feiten design?

09/07/2025

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Join Kevin and Frank, two ex-Gibson employees, as they reveal the real story behind one of Gibson’s biggest internal battles: Custom Shop vs Gibson USA. From...

08/11/2025

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Having trouble growing sales? Just steal models away from other divisions.

08/07/2025

Aww....that's not nice.

07/20/2025

Which Les Paul Supreme model do you like more? The Original or the new version? Why?

05/29/2025

https://youtu.be/Mz7MEaqMWQw Ever wonder what the “BFG” in Gibson BFG really stood for? Spoiler: it wasn’t “Barely Finished Guitar.” In this exclusive episode of Behind the Headstock, former Gibson insiders Kevin and Frank reveal the untold origin story of one of the most raw, radical Les Pauls ever created — straight from inside the factory walls.

▶️ From distressed hardware and mismatched k***s to a kill switch from Radio Shack, the BFG was born from chaos, scrap parts, and a vision to create a fire-breathing rock machine. Hear how Gary Moore ended up championing the model, why the video launch was a total shock, and how the BFG wild idea became a cult classic.

🔥 Whether you're a guitar nerd, a former BFG owner, or just love behind-the-scenes factory stories, you’re gonna love this one. Hit Subscribe, drop a comment about your own BFG experience, and join us every week as we take you Behind the Headstock.

Ever wonder what the “BFG” in Gibson BFG really stood for? Spoiler: it wasn’t “Barely Finished Guitar.” In this exclusive episode of Behind the Headstock, fo...

03/22/2025

https://youtu.be/ht-1ubdUYNk Former Gibson employees Kevin and Frank sit down with special guest Mike Lawson to spill the untold stories of legendary guitar models, wild company policies, and the rockstars they worked with. From heated boardroom battles to unexpected artist endorsements, this episode of Behind the Headstock is packed with hilarious, jaw-dropping, and never-before-heard insider tales.

Ever wondered what really went on behind the scenes at Gibson? 🎸 Former Gibson employees Kevin and Frank sit down with special guest Mike Lawson to spill th...

03/03/2025

Gibson’s “Secret” Signature Guitars?

Behind the Headstock is back with another deep dive! 🚨In this episode, Kevin and Frank continue their breakdown of Gibson’s Guitar of the Week program, cove...

02/16/2025

Kevin & Frank talk about one of the most controversial Gibson Models ever made. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgaopgVQvAk&t=28s

02/11/2025

Kevin and Frank continue their deep dive into Gibson's Guitar of the Week series, reflecting on the challenges, surprises, and lessons learned as the weeks rolled on. From ambitious designs to unexpected fan favorites, they break down how this groundbreaking program evolved, what worked, what didn’t, and the insider stories behind some of the most unique limited-run models ever produced.

Did the program go as planned? What did they discover about the market, production, and collector demand? Tune in to hear firsthand accounts from two ex-Gibson insiders who were there to witness it all

Kevin and Frank continue their deep dive into Gibson's Guitar of the Week series, reflecting on the challenges, surprises, and lessons learned as the weeks r...

01/19/2025

Join Kevin and Frank for another episode of Behind the Headstock! This week, they dive into Gibson's "Guitars of the Week" from Week 5 through Week 12. From rare finishes to unique specs, they break down what made each of these models special and share behind-the-scenes insights from their time at Gibson.

Whether you're a die-hard Gibson fan or just love hearing insider stories, this episode is packed with nostalgia, expert knowledge, and plenty of laughs.

Kevin and Frank talk about the models in the 1st quarter of the "Gibson Guitar of the Week". They give you the inside scoop on the inspiration of the models...