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19/05/2026

"Hey Thomas"...

18/05/2026

🚨 LIVESTREAM ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

This Wednesday at 20:15 CEST we’re going deep into the world of shred guitar 🎸🔥

We’ll cover five essential shred techniques that every modern guitarist should know — from speed and precision to control, phrasing, and fluidity. Whether you’re already shredding or just starting to push your technique to the next level, this stream is for you.

Tune in, ask questions live, and hang out with us for an evening full of guitar nerdiness and high-gain fun 🤘

See you on Wednesday!

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16/05/2026

Today we stopped by SixFour, the music store in Saarbrücken, for their in-house exhibition 🎸

Thomas brought the AMP1 lineup along and demonstrated everything through our own BluGuitar cabinets — and what can we say… we had an absolute blast!

It was great meeting so many BluGuitar players, tone nerds, and guitar enthusiasts in person, talking gear, sharing sounds, and connecting with all of you.

Thanks to everyone who came by — we’ll see you again soon! 🔥

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16/05/2026

Sean Athens and Thomas Blug playing ‘While My Guitar Gently Weeps’ as the intro song for our latest Academy of Tone episode 311!

This episode is all about improving your blues-rock soloing, getting into the flow, and playing with more feel and confidence. Check out the full episode for tips, tricks, and lots of jams:

https://youtu.be/9nBnB8kZO1M

And if you want to dive even deeper into expressive blues-rock playing, check out Thomas’ Guitar Summit Masterclass:

https://academy.guitarsummit.com/blues-rock-masterclass-with-thomas-blug

14/05/2026

What happens when you hand a proper Strat plugged into a ’57 Fender Tweed Deluxe to a metal guitar player? 🎸

Emanuel dropped by the BluGuitar headquarters for a few days of hanging out, chasing tones, playing guitars — and creating some cool content together with Thomas behind the camera 👀🎥

From vintage blues vibes to full-on shredding… this is going to be fun. Stay tuned!

12/05/2026

“Silent stages” might solve problems… but are we losing the real rock experience?

Thomas shares his thoughts on why the physical impact of loud drums, real amps, and air moving on stage was such a huge part of what made rock music unforgettable in the first place.

What do you think — evolution or dangerous trend?

11/05/2026

Academy of Tone 311 – Master Your Solos with Sean Athens

Sean Athens returns to the Academy of Tone for a deep dive into creative blues-rock soloing, rhythm flow, and getting into the zone. Together with Thomas, they share practical tips, fresh ideas, and plenty of live jams to help you stop overthinking and start playing.

Watch the full episode on Wednesday at 8 PM CET here:
https://youtu.be/9nBnB8kZO1M

We are thrilled to welcome back a fan favorite to the Academy of Tone! Sean Athens isn't just a hit with our community—he’s a powerhouse guitarist currently ...

10/05/2026

Only real musicians know…

Thomas Blug & Joe Berger jamming on a true guitar classic — with their own twist on it.

Did you recognize the song within the first seconds?
And have you ever played it yourself? Drop it in the comments.

This jam is taken from Academy of Tone 310: All about Joe Berger.

Watch the full episode here:

https://youtube.com/live/ptaE-z0H4eY

07/05/2026

JOIN THE AMP1 TESTWEEKS — EU ONLY!
Test the AMP1 setup at home and find your perfect bundle.

Registration closes May 8th:
bluguitar.com/en/aktionen/

05/05/2026

EU ONLY!
Register here:

bluguitar.com/en/aktionen/

04/05/2026

Academy of Tone 310 – ToneTalk with Joe Berger
In this episode, Thomas sits down with longtime friend Joe Berger from NYC — a true insider of the guitar world. Player, designer, and tone expert, Joe has spent decades shaping sound on stage and behind the scenes, from thousands of live shows to collaborations with legendary artists and brands.

Together they dive into tone, technique, gear, and the evolution of the electric guitar — a conversation full of experience, passion, and real-world insight.

Watch the full episode live on Wednesday at 8 PM CET here:

https://www.youtube.com/live/ptaE-z0H4eY

Academy of Tone #310: ToneTalk with Joe Berger