Over the years, guitar designs and shapes have gotten incredibly creative, ranging from gun-shaped guitars to Hello Kitty axes. Sadly, the end of Guitar Hero means that fans will never see these obscure instruments making it to their console due to the game's poor sales. With high prices and the inevitability for fans to ditch the game for the real thing, the company is putting an end to new production.
Here are some anthem-rocking guitars that could've been the new generation of gaming axes for the great Guitar Hero game.
71 Anthem-Rocking Axes
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Bizarre Guitars
Custom Made Awesome Axes, From Carved to Steampunked
68
Music-Playing Pumps
Guitar Shoes by Chicks on Speed Will Rock Your World
67
RKS Wave Guitar With Interchangeable Skins
66
Custom Rock Band and Guitar Hero Instruments
ArtGuitar Controllers
65
Cocaine Guitar
$3.5M Instrument Can't Play a Lick
64
Exotic Guitars
Peter McGilton's Extreme Series
63
Killer Instrumentals
Intimidate the Masses with the Gun Guitar
62
Real Gaming Guitars
The Rock Band 3 Squier Stratocaster is a Real Guitar, for Real
61
Touchscreen Guitar
Modified Guitar Hero 3 Also Has Magnetic Switch
60
Pornstar Guitars
Schecter Guitars Gone Naughty
59
Smashable Musical Instruments
K's Japan Develops a Guitar to Destroy Guilt-Free
58
"The Heroin Diaries" Guitar
Support Nikki Sixx's Charity
57
Instrumental Baggage
Pratesi's Guitar Backpack is Perfect for Music Lovers
56
$85,000 Diamond Axes
The Kaged Alligator Guitar by Rock Royalty Will Put You in the Spotlight
55
Scorpion-Shaped Guitars
10 Artistic Axes
54
Skeletal Guitars
The Anatomical Rock Guitar Features Bony Collage Art
53
Pop Art Instruments
Feast Your Eyes on the Wicked Grumpy's Downtown Guitars
52
Mutated Guitars
Axes with Multiple Necks
51
LED Laser Guitars
Ok Go Lit Up the Stage at 2009 Design Miami
50
Galactic Instruments
The Millennium Falcon Guitar is Perfect for Star Wars Rockstars
49
Hello Kitty Guitars
Fender Signs a Deal With That Infamous Cat
48
Custom Charity Guitars
Artsy Gibsons for Brazilian Children's Awareness Project
47
Real Rock Band Uses Plastic Instruments
Guitar Zero's
46
String-Less Digital Guitars
The Linux Powered Misa Digital Guitar Rocks
45
Real Rockstar Ads
Sparrow Guitars Want You to Stop Playing Video Games
44
Gibson Guitars Go Digital
The Gibson HD.6X-PRO
43
Indestructible Guitars
Eddie Van Halen's Fender EVH Wolfgang is Rockstar-Approved
42
Celebratory Iconic Instruments
The 50th Anniversay of Les Paul Standard Electric Guitars
41
X-Ray Guitar Artwork
Make Your Home Feel like a Rockstar Palace With Instrument Art
40
Intuitive Instruments
The Digital DiGuitar Comes With no Strings Attached
39
Etched Axes
Moollon Guitars Boast Intricate Metallic Motifs
38
Cellphone Guitars
Steffest's 'Phone Guitar' Makes Sweet Music at Affordable Rates
37
Literal Sheet Music
The DIY Paper Guitar is the Perfect Project for the Holiday Break
36
Next Gen Robotic Guitars
The Gibson Dark Fire Robot II
35
Realistic Gamer Guitars
Mad Catz Enhances Realism in Gaming Keyboards and Guitars for ‘Rock
34
Ouija Board Instruments
Haunted Musical Furniture
33
Guitar Wall Lights
Musical Instrument-Inspired Lighting is Perfect for Rockstars
32
Retro Gamer Guitars
The Koopa Troopa Guitar Will Have You Shredding Like it's 1985
31
Interlocking Instruments
The Monday Morning Travel Guitar Hits a Note With Musicians Everywhere
30
Plush Musical Instruments
'The Grateful Thread' Sells Crafted Rock & Roll Kitsch
29
Supercar Guitars
The Limited Edition Ferrari Guitar by Blackbird
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Guitars with Unlimited Sounds
The Moog Paul Vo Edition
27
Smashable Gaming Accessories
The New Guitar Hero Controllers Allow for a Smashing Good Time
26
Compact Guitars
The Folding Electric Nomad
25
Plastic Rockstar Guitars
Beatles Rock Band Guitars For Fans Old and Young
24
Rockstar Guitar Re-Releases
Gibson & Billy Gibbons Recreate '69 Les Paul Pearly Gates
23
Old-School Gamer Guitars
Six String NES Guitar Gets the Mario Song Permanently Stuck in Your Head
22
Futuristic Bot Guitar
Gibson Robot
21
Glamorous Gilded Guitars
The $1 Million GoldCaster Guitar Makes for Pricey Playing
20
Time-Lapse Guitar Artwork
Artist Brady Uses Markers to Create a Musical Masterpiece
19
High Tech Silent Guitar
Strym Yamaha
18
Song Writing Machines
Oliver Jeffers Combines a Guitar and Typewriter to Give Birth to Creativity
17
Mutant Guitars- Pikasso
16
Geektastic Gamer Guitars
The GetLoFi NES Electric Guitar is a Crafty Console Creation
15
Girly Guitaring
The Daisy Rock Guitar Company Inspire Girls to Rock Out
14
Snakeskin Guitars
The Limited Edition Deluxe 'Parker Fly Mojo' Musical Instrument
13
Beatles Tribute Guitars
The Gibson John Lennon J-16oE Acoustic Guitars Celebrate 70th Anniversary
12
All-In-One Instruments
Ovation iDea Acoustic/Electric Guitar is a Recording Studio Too
11
Papercraft Guitars
Rock Out on WowWee Paper Jamz Axes
10
Glowing Instrumental Lights
Rich Roland's Neon Guitars are Super Cool
9
Sasquatch Strumming
The Big Foot Guitar is Hairy and has Dirty Toenails
8
Guitar Piano Hybrids
The Harpejji
7
Phallic Instrument Shapes
Naughty Wangcaster Guitar Is Pretty Ballsy
6
Game Console Guitars
Custom Nintendo Axe Strikes a Chord With Geeks
5
2 Man Guitars
Antoine Dufour & Tommy Gauthier Use Four Hands for Twice the Sound
4
Guitar Anti-Theft Devices
The Rock Lock Protects Your Six String from Roadies & Thieves
3
Folding Instrument For Traveling Musicians
The Backpack Electric Guitar
2
Guitar Gadgets
N-Tune for On The Spot Tuning
1
Light Paint Demos
‘Light Guitar Rock' by OOgle Flix Looks Like a Video Game
Related Ideas
Retro-Style Gaming Consoles
The PlayStation 5 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Marks a Milestone
Video Game Enthusiast Apparel
Quay McConic's Fuyri Reaper Co Brings Apparel To The Gaming Masses
Historically Significant Guitar Models
Gibson Debuts the Nostalgic Les Paul Custom 70s
Display Gaming Handhelds
Anbernic RG Rotate Adds a Rotating Screen to Its Retro Gaming Devices
Crafted Acoustic Collections
Epiphone Debuts the 'Inspired by Gibson Acoustic Collection'
Reimagined Flat-Top Acoustic Guitars
Gibson Has Introduced the Original Collection
Nostalgic Gamer Streetwear Collections
The New Era x PlayStation Range Has Hats, Hoodies and More
Rare Vintage Guitar Designs
Gibson’s Certified Vintage Program Drops Its New Collection
Mecha Anime-Inspired Cases
CASETiFY's Capsule with Gundam Highlights the Beauty of Mobile Suits
Fashion-Forward Guitar Designs
Gibson and Marc Jacobs' Collaboration is Visually Stunning
Artist-Designed Instruments
Tame Impala's Orchid is a Synthesizer for Creative Exploration
Snap-to-Unfold Axe Designs
CRKT Introduces the Provoke X with a Unique Mechanism
Contemporary Iconic Guitar Collections
Epiphone Debuts Its Inspired by Gibson Collection for 2026
Classic Electric Guitar Models
Gibson Reintroduces the Les Paul Junior & the Les Paul Special
Highly Collectible Vintage Guitars
The Gibson Certified Vintage Program Unveils New Designs
Gaming Anniversary Timepieces
Playstation x ANICORN Capsule Marks Playstation's 30th Anniversary
Rock Band Tech Accessories
CASETiFY x Oasis Pays Homage to the Band's Dark 90s Aesthetic
Singer-Collab Bright Limited Mixers
Kitchenaid Introduces Taylor Swift–inspired Stand Mixers
Luxury Gamer Headphone Models
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite Comes in Two Color Options
Audiophile-Approved Gaming Headsets
The ROG Kithara Headset Was Developed with HIFIMAN
Playable Mini Vinyls
Mini Brands Really Works Vinyl Makes Chart-Topping Hits Collectible
Collectible Historical Figurines
PIX! is Dropping Designs Inspired by Icons in Art, Music & More
Bright Edition Consoles
Analogue Releases the 3d Prototype Consoles Inspired by Nintendo 64 Colors
Legend Co-Created Limited-Edition Guitars
Gibson Partners with Keith Richards on Two Models
Adorable Exclusive Music Accessories
Fender and Sanrio Works Together no a Special Collection
80s Metal-Band-Inspired Boots
Dr. Martens x Metallica Team Up for Two Graphic Boots
Collectible Mini Records
MGA’s Miniverse Real Music Line Isn't Just for Display
Long-Life Over-Ear Headphones
Nothing Introduced the Headphone (a) With 135-Hour Battery
Expanding Guitar Brands
Gibson Presented Its Plans for Expansion at the 2026 NAMM Show
80s-Inspired E-Ink Gaming Consoles
The 'Ink Console' Offers a Series of Text-Driven Adventures
Collaborative Mobile Game Peripherals
Razer Partnered with Hoyoverse on ZZZ Collection
Toy-Inspired Jewelry Collections
Hot Wheels x ALEX AND ANI Drop a Jewelry Line Inspired By Toys
Designer-Forward Bass Designs
Gibson Debuts a New Version of the Iconic Thunderbird Bass
Legendary Guitar Auctions
Regent Sounds is Auctioning Off the T-Bone Walker's 1949 Gibson ES-5N
Nostalgic 90s-Inspired Gaming Consoles
Analogue 3D Funtastic Consoles Come in a Rainbow of Colors
Playful Music Collabs
The Loog x Hello Kitty Guitars Bring Iconic Charm to Beginner Instruments
Custom Stratocaster Guitars
Kith Records x Fender Stratocaster Marks Dual Anniversaries
Chinese Pop Star-Inspired Guitars
Epiphone Debuts Inspired by Gibson Custom WoWkie Da J-180
Legacy Artist-Themed T-Shirts
Gap Partners with Legendary Artists on its New Shirt Capsule
Vintage Band T-Shirt Capsule
Levi's Launches a Joint Sonic Youth Band Tee Collection
Industrial Video Game Controllers
The Conceptual Nothing Gamepad (1) by Anurag Sarda is Ergonomic
AI-Powered Guitar Pick Concepts
Piek is a Conceptual Instrument Learning Tool by Haneul Kang
Novel Acoustic Guitar Models
C.F. Martin & Co. Debuts Four Models Ahead of the 2026 NAMM Show
Collaborative Rhythm Game Controllers
CRKD Released a Specialized Controller for Fortnite Festival
Musician-Designed Limited-Edition Guitars
Gibson Delivers the Noel Gallagher Les Paul Standard
Cinematic Golfer Hockey Sticks
The Odyssey Happy Gilmore Hockey Stick Putter is Unconventional
Retro Cartoon Tech Accessories
Higround x SEGA Partner for a Sonic the Hedgehog Collection
Musician Merch-Inspired T-Shirts
This Collaboration Gap Merch Highlights Iconic Artists
Customizable Mobile Game Controllers
The Hyperkin x GameSir X5 Alteron Was Debuted at CES 2026
Iconic Electric Guitar Collections
Epiphone's Futura Series is Sleek and Innovative
Tablet-Friendly Gaming Controllers
The Razer Kishi V3 Comes in Three Models
Limited-Run Hand-Signed Guitars
GIBSON CUSTOM x NOEL GALLAGHER Unveil Les Paul Standard Guitars
Seasonal Instrument Gift Guides
Gibson Brands Debuted a Comprehensive Gift Guide for the Holidays
Headphone-Connected Guitar Amps
The Positive Grid Spark NEO Enables Private Playing
Branded Japanese Guitarist Spotlights
Gibson Showcases Its Marquee Artist Program
Gamified Scent Marketing Experiences
Axe's Grab The Sweet Turned a Bus Stop into a Claw Machine
Acrylic Smartphone Addiction Accessories
The 'Methaphone' Offers a Tactile Way to Curb Device Use
Icon-Inspired Guitar Designs
Gibson Custom Has Introduced the Eric Clapton 1958 Les Paul Custom
Signed Charitable Guitar Initiatives
mgk and Gibson Offered an Epiphone Vans Warped Tour Les Paul
Elevated Mobile Gaming Controllers
Backbone's Newest Controller is Specially Designed for Xbox
Custom Over-Ear Rock Headphones
HEAVYS Debuts an Exclusive Set of Currents Band Headphone Shells,
Children-Forward Guitar Companies
Gibson and Loog Debut Small-Scale Electric Guitars
Music-Centric Holiday Campaigns
Yamaha is Running the Cheerful 'Unwrap Expression' Campaign
Music-Oriented Skateboarding Footwear
Vans Unveils its Premium Old Skool Music Collection
Classic Americana-Inspired Cannabis Lines
Curaleaf Holdings Debuts Its New Anthem Pre-Roll Line
Game-Day Getup Sweepstakes
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Axe Wants to See Fans' Craziest Outfits
Millennium Era-Inspired Gaming Controllers
The abxylute N9C Has a GameCube-Like Design
Travel-Friendly Practice Amps
The Boss Katana-Mini X Has a Compact, Battery-Powered Design
90s-Inspired Grunge Band Tees
FREAK’S STORE Releases a Collection of Retro Nirvana Tees
Anniversary-Celebrating Guitar Manufacturing Divisions
Yamaha Corporation Marks 60 Years of Craft
Nostalgic Arcade Racing Apparel
The END. x Lacoste Collab Underscores Multigenerational Appeal
Sports-Themed Grooming Tools
Gillette and the NFL Launch GilletteLabs Official NFL Licensed Razors
Spiked Gaming Headsets
The Kraken Kitty V2 Headset Blends Playful Design with Gaming Performance
Slick Signature Guitar Designs
Gibson Debuts the Sadler Vaden SG Standard in Natural Burst
Elegant Design-Forward Japanese Knives
Zaku's Akatsuki Set is Elegant and Performance-Driven
Rare Electric Guitar Pickups
Gibson Debuts the 1959 Humbucker Collector’s Edition Series 3
Artistic Gaming Peripherals
ASUS ROG Launches a New Product Lineup with Kojima Productions
Bow-Emblem Collaborative Headphones
Sandy Liang and Apple Create a Beats Solo 4 Headphone
Modular High-End Guitars
Shark Guitars Debuts Swappable Modular Electric Performance Platform
Interactive Music Learning
Notewize Guitar Lessons Brings AI-Powered Feedback To Music Education
Video Game-Inspired Computer Peripherals
Higround Pays Homage to Xbox's Halo Video Game Franchise
Slick Artist-Improved Guitars
The Gibson Custom Shop Partners with Dave Grohl
Geometric Rocking Chair Concepts
A Team of Designers Create the Oval Rocking Chair Idea
Pop Culture-Inspired Golf Equipment
Callaway Golf Presents a Capsule, Inspired by Happy Gilmore 2
Punk History Apparel
The War of the Three Kingdoms Fuses 17th-Century Rebellion with Punk Design
Vibrant Game Console Covers
Sony's New 'Hyperpop' PS5 Covers are Bright and Stylish
Pop Punk-Inspired Bass Guitars
Epiphone Partners with Mike Dirnt from Green Day
Long-Lasting Audio Brand Headphones
The Fender Mix Headphones Offer Up to 100-Hours of Use
Japanese Cartoon-Branded Collections
Razer's Latest Gaming Peripheral Collection is Kuromi-Themed
Recycled Guitar Prototypes
This Cardboard Guitar Challenges Traditional Instrument Design
Collectible Baseball Figurines
Ghostwrite x MLB Game Face Taps into the Blind Box Craze
Meticiliously Crafted Mandolins
Gibson and Sierra Hull Debut Stunning Mandolin Models
Weapon-Awareness Music
Logic's 'Iron Pipeline' Anthem Highlights the Gun Trafficking Crisis
Musician-Friendly Chairs
The Throne X Uses Haptic Feedback Technology
Next-Gen Console Customizations
eXtremeRate Unveiled Solutions for the ' Nintendo Switch 2'
Artistic Gaming Controllers
CRKD Debuts the Daft Punk NEO S 5-Fret Fortnite Festival Controller
Nostalgic Console-Joint Fashion
BEAMS and PlayStation Drop Retro Hoodies and Crewnecks This Season
Collaborative Afrofuturist Guitar Designs
Epiphone Debuts the Fatoumata Diawara SG Modell
K-Pop-Inspired Computer Peripherals
Higround and Aespa Fuse K-Pop and Gaming
Stealthy Rare Wooden Instruments
Yamaha's Torch T01 is Made with a Sustainable Build
Modern High-Quality Guitar Lineups
Martin Guitar Has Introduced Five New Models Across Its Range
Collaborative Anime Gaming Gear
The Razer EVA-02 Collection Introduces New Styles and Accessories
Lightning-Shaped Turntables
Pro-Ject Audio System's New Turntable is Inspired by the Band AC/DC
Virtual Idol Game Crossovers
Fortnite Festival and Hatsune Miku Bring Vocaloid to Modern Gaming
Dynamic Multi-Use Turntables
Korg Launches Three New Turntables with Specialized Features
Musician-Backed Vintage Guitar Designs
Epiphone Debuts the Joe Bonamassa ’59 Les Paul Custom
90s Rock Band Beers
These New Signature Brew Beers Celebrate Oasis
International Guitar Mentorship Initiatives
Gibson Generation Group Supports Emerging Musicians
Electronic String Instruments
The Harmoni Guitar from Openhagen Highlights Digital Sound Control
Authentic Hand-Forged Axe Designs
Hults Bruk Introduces Four New Hand-Forged Axe Models
Cover Art Generators
The CanCon Album Generator Lets Fans Remix Iconic Canadian Covers
Iconic Band Apparel Series
FREAK’S STORE Band Shirts Honor Legends with Long-Sleeve Designs
Metal Icon Documentary Series
Gibson Films Debuts 'Iommi: the Godfather of Heavy Metal'
Global Guitar Searches
Gibson x Michael J. Fox Launch s Search for Lost Back to the Future Guitar
Music Memorabilia Auctions
Julien’s Auctions is Hosting Its 'Music Icons' Event at Hard Rock Cafe
Limited Edition Peripheral Lines
Pulsar Gaming Partners with Embark Studios on a Collaboration
Rhythm-Based Game Collections
Nintendo Launches Rhythm Heaven Groove on Switch
Versatile Automatic Guitar Tuners
Band Industries Has Launched the Roadie 4 Automatic Tuner
Artist-Endorsed Guitar Pickups
Gibson Has Launched the Tony Iommi Signature Humbucker
Console-Ready Open-Back Headphones
Skullcandy Released the Wireless Open-Back 'Crusher Plyr 720'
Beautifully Designed Acoustic Guitars
Gibson and Kirk Hammett Debut a Stunning Acoustic Guitar
Rhythm Game-Focused Studios
RedOctane Games Launched with a Specialty for Rhythm Games
Exclusive Music Instrument Brands
Aeroband Will Be Present at the NAACP Image Awards®
Iconic Trumpet Sweepstakes
Yamaha Celebrates Its Xeno Artist Model Trumpets
High Performance Goft Clubs
Majesty Golf Introduces Premium Golf Clubs with PRESTIGIO 14 Launch
Limited Iconic Amplifier Models
The MESA/Boogie Mark IIC++ is Etched into Amplifier History
Textured Guitar Designs
Gibson Has Unveiled the Mark Morton Les Paul Modern Quilt
Film-Themed Guitar Collections
Gibson Pays Homage to ‘Back to the Future’ with Lost to the Future
Urban Mecha Makeover Kits
Kith Gundam Kits Receive a New York Inspired Redesign for Kithmas 2025
Guitar Brand Artist Features
Gibson Spotlighted the Night Traveler in February
Reverent Rosewood Guitars
This Reimagined Guitar Strikes All the Right Aesthetic & Tonal Notes
Updated Axe Throwing Venues
BATL Grounds Debuts and Upgraded Venue with Tech-Infused Experiences
Anniversary-Celebrating Guitar Collections
Gibson Presents the Les Paul Music City Special
Esports-Themed Tech Peripherals
Higround Unveils the New 'Vantage Collection' with 100 Thieves
Music-Driven Pleasure Toys
The 'Groove Thing' Internal Music Player Provides Auditory Pleasure
Electronic Gaming Accessories Lineups
JSAUX Debuts Nintendo Console-Compatible Accessories
Guitar-Shaped Audio Players
Clearaudio Celebrity Al Di Meola Edition Mirrors an Instrument’s Form
Iconic Amplifier Recreations
MESA/Boogie Debuts the Mark IIC+ 1x12 Combo and Head
Comprehensive Musician-Honoring Publications
Gibson Publishing Taps Metallica Icon Kirk Hammett
Fighting Game Brand Collaborations
Razer Partnered with Riot Games on a New 2XKO Collab