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We're exploring the latest Backstage Auctions, running October 28 – November 14, 2026, featuring an incredible collection of rare Van Halen memorabilia and music history!

On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen, we talk with Jacques van Gool from Backstage Auctions and Darlene Stone, wife of the late Mark Stone, original Mammoth and Van Halen bassist, about the history behind these incredible items and the stories that make them so special.

This auction includes amazing items from Mark Stone, Van Halen's original bassist, including rare pieces from the band's early days as Mammoth and Genesis.

Auction Highlights Include:

A 1974 original Van Halen logo hand-drawn by Mark Stone

Mark Stone's original 1973–1974 Dan Armstrong Lucite bass used with Mammoth

Rare 1971–1973 Mammoth and Genesis concert flyers

Early Van Halen, Mammoth and Genesis cover song lists

Mark Stone's stage-worn clothing

Rare Genesis and Mammoth photographs and negatives

Late '70s and early '80s Van Halen slides and negatives from photographer Waring Abbott's personal collection

A 1993 Steinberger guitar and additional items from Zeke Clark

From the earliest days of Mammoth and Genesis to classic-era Van Halen, there's some incredible history represented in this auction.

Join Johnny Beane for Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV as we take a closer look at these rare collectibles, photographs, guitars, and pieces of Van Halen history, featuring conversations with Jacques Van Gool and Darlene Stone!

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A brand-new EVH-inspired guitar accessory has arrived! On this episode of Exclusively Van Halen on Johnny Beane TV, Allen Garber joins us and we're checking out the newly released Peterson StroboStomp EVH Strobe Tuner — a professional-grade tuner featuring a custom Eddie Van Halen-inspired finish and 13 tuning presets based on legendary Van Halen songs!

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Peterson is known for some of the most accurate guitar tuners in the industry, and the StroboStomp EVH takes things to another level with incredible 0.1-cent tuning accuracy. Whether you're tuning up before a gig, dialing in your guitar at the workbench, or making precise intonation adjustments, this tuner is built for serious guitar players.

Here's what makes the Peterson StroboStomp EVH special:

🎸 13 EVH Song-Specific Tunings – Presets inspired by Eddie Van Halen's legendary songs.

🎸 100+ Sweetened Tunings – Customized tuning adjustments designed to improve tuning harmony.

🎸 0.1-Cent Accuracy – Professional strobe tuning precision for guitar and bass.

🎸 High-Visibility LCD Display – Customizable, variable-color LED backlighting for dark stages and bright outdoor environments.

🎸 Three Operating Modes – True bypass, buffered bypass, and monitor mode.

🎸 Capo & Drop Tunings – Additional options for alternate tunings and different playing styles.

🎸 Rugged Metal Construction – Road-ready pedalboard design with USB firmware updates.

This is an interesting new addition for Van Halen fans, EVH guitar collectors, and guitar players who appreciate precision tuning with a little Eddie Van Halen style.

What do you think? Would you put the Peterson StroboStomp EVH on your pedalboard?

Join us for more Van Halen news, EVH gear, guitar discussions, and everything related to the music of Eddie Van Halen on Exclusively Van Halen!

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On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we're checking out one of the wildest Fender collaborations yet!

Fender Japan is celebrating Pokémon's 30th anniversary with two limited-edition electric guitars inspired by the original Pokémon Red and Green video games.

And these aren't just guitars with Pokémon graphics slapped on them!

The collection includes a Red Stratocaster and a Green Telecaster, both featuring pixel-art graphics inspired by the original Game Boy-era Pokémon games. They have semi-transparent, fluorescent-effect pickguards, Poké Ball fretboard inlays, and special 30th-anniversary neck plates featuring Pikachu.

But here's where things get really interesting: both guitars feature an onboard 8-bit sound effect! Pull up the push-pull volume knob, and you can add a retro video game-style sound to your guitar playing.

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Each guitar also comes with a hard case, Pokémon guitar picks, and a certificate of authenticity.

There's just one catch: these guitars are extremely limited, and interested buyers have to enter a lottery through Pokémon Center Online for a chance to purchase one.

With Fender getting into collaborations with Pokémon, Godzilla, Monster Hunter, and other pop culture franchises, are we seeing a whole new era of collectible electric guitars?

Would you play one of these Pokémon guitars, or would you keep it as a collector's item?

Let's talk about it!

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In this episode, we're talking guitars, rock music, and what's happening in the music community! We also check out footage from a Guitar Center visit, where I plug in a seriously aggressive-looking used BC Rich electric guitar and play it through a Blackstar amplifier.

🎸 BC Rich Guitar Demo at Guitar Center

I found this interesting-looking BC Rich guitar in the used section at Guitar Center and had to plug it in to hear how it sounded. With its heavy strings, low tuning, and aggressive look, this guitar was definitely worth checking out! Watch and listen as I put it through its paces using the dirty channel on a Blackstar amp.

🕊️ Rest in Peace, Donnie Iris

We also take a moment to remember Donnie Iris, known for his iconic 1980 power-pop hit “Ah! Leah!” His music remains a memorable part of rock history, and we want to pay our respects.
I couldn't remember where I'd heard this song before, but now I remember! 🎸 Donnie Iris's iconic 1980 power-pop hit, “Ah! Leah!”, has been used as bumper music on Coast to Coast AM for years. That's where I've heard it so many times! What a great song. Rest in peace, Donnie Iris. ❤️🤘

📞 Music Therapy Laz Calls In!

Our friend Music Therapy Laz joins us for a call, and we spend some time talking about his future plans and his big return to YouTube. We're looking forward to seeing what he has in store!

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Thanks for joining us for another episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, featuring electric guitar demos, Guitar Center finds, amplifier tones, rock music news, and conversations with friends from the music community.

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Join us on Talking Guitars with Kyle Broughton from Brough Guitars Review (BGR) for a conversation about all things electric guitar, guitar gear, legendary players, and the music that inspires us to play!

Kyle is passionate about guitars and believes there’s always something new to learn. Through Brough Guitars Review, he shares his personal opinions, perspectives, and experiences on everything from guitars and gear to the latest topics in the guitar world. He welcomes your thoughts, comments, questions, and opinions because great guitar conversations are even better when everyone gets involved!

Kyle is a huge fan of legendary guitarists like Eddie Van Halen, Reb Beach, and Steve Lukather, with musical tastes spanning classic rock, oldies, EDM, country, and anything else that sparks inspiration.

In this episode of Talking Guitars, we celebrate the guitar community, share our passion for music and gear, and talk about what makes playing guitar so much fun.

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Whether you're a beginner picking up your first guitar or a seasoned player with years of experience, there's always something new to discover.

What's your favorite guitar, piece of gear, or guitarist? Let us know in the comments!

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