GearFest Online was back in 2023, and it was better than ever! Sweetwater’s yearly tribute to music creators and their beloved gear was broadcast live to households worldwide on June 23 and 24. Renowned artists, producers, engineers, and content creators united with us for an extraordinary two-day event filled with exceptional music, exclusive livestream content, and extraordinary bargains. We express our gratitude to all those who participated and contributed to the creation of such a remarkable experience!
Deals, Deals, Deals
GearFest wouldn’t be complete without unbelievably fantastic offers, and this year was no different! Attendees of GearFest had the opportunity to take advantage of exceptional discounts, along with numerous other deals that are frequently available on Sweetwater’s DealZone. Music creators from all corners of the country obtained their coveted new equipment, contributing to an increased presence of music worldwide thanks to GearFest!
Livestream Content
GearFest 2023 featured amazing performances and artists and provided access to vendors that you simply can’t get anywhere else. Check out a few of the highlights:
GearFest Online: A New Internet Tradition!
GearFest 2023 upped the ante on the online format, with a host of artists and the Internet’s most popular content creators and gear experts interacting with the music retail industry’s top manufacturers! Like last year, we provided you with a backstage pass to see all these incredible moments as they happened, once again turning Sweetwater’s amazing campus into a one-of-a-kind musical playground. We had a massive trade show–style setup and numerous themed rooms where content creators and Sweetwater employees could lay their hands on the coolest instruments and pro audio equipment. Over the coming months, we’ll continue to release even more content from the hundreds of hours of footage. Stay tuned to the Sweetwater YouTube channel and check out the content creator videos below!
GearFest Exclusive Releases
This year, Sweetwater was honored to host the launch of the new PRS Myles Kennedy Signature electric guitar during GearFest 2023. A T-style rock ‘n’ roller, the PRS Myles Kennedy merges a familiar body shop with the modern appointments and fit and finish you would expect from Paul Reed Smith and company. Additionally, Sweetwater’s GearFest provided a platform for Gibson to announce the release of the Gibson Custom Richie Faulkner Flying V Custom — we sold our allotment of this limited-edition Pelham Blue beauty in just eight hours!
Thank You for Making GearFest 2023 a Success!
We take great pride in the remarkable achievement of our GearFest team, who flawlessly executed such an ambitious event on the Sweetwater campus while simultaneously streaming it worldwide. However, what truly sets GearFest apart and makes it exceptional is all of you: our valued customers and friends. You, the millions of passionate gear enthusiasts and music creators dedicated to spreading the joy of music, are what make GearFest so special. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to the tremendous success of this year’s GearFest. Thank you!