Halestorm frontwoman Lzzy Hale has partnered with Epiphone to release a signature Explorer Classic guitar in holographic sparkle finish, according to Consequence. The $999 instrument features ProBucker Ignite pickups, Grover Mini Rotomatic tuners, and a SlimTaper ’60s C profile neck designed specifically for Hale’s playing style. The guitar will be prominently featured during Halestorm’s upcoming North American tour with BABYMETAL.
As Rolling Stone reports, the collaboration represents a significant milestone for female guitarists in the rock genre, with Hale joining an exclusive group of artists with signature Epiphone models. The holographic sparkle finish gives the instrument a distinctive stage presence that complements Halestorm’s high-energy performances. Those purchasing top-tier VIP passes for the tour will receive an Epiphone Explorer Classic that Hale actually played during that night’s show.
Tour Integration and Design Features
The signature guitar features several custom elements that reflect Hale’s preferences, including pearloid block inlays on an ebony fretboard and a black two-ply truss rod cover engraved with her signature. According to Epiphone’s product description, the instrument boasts twin ProBucker Ignite pickups with independent volume controls and a shared tone and speed control, along with a three-way pickup switch. The LockTune Tune-O-Matic bridge and LockTone Stop Bar tail piece provide enhanced tuning stability for live performances.
Per the manufacturer’s announcement, the guitar is available immediately through Epiphone and Reverb retailers. The timing coincides perfectly with Halestorm’s upcoming tour dates, including two Southern California appearances that will give local fans an opportunity to see the signature instrument in action.
SoCal Concert Opportunities
Halestorm will bring their new gear and tour production to Southern California with shows scheduled for October 2026. The band will perform at The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Rancho Mirage and Agua Caliente Casino – Rancho Mirage, both in Rancho Mirage. These dates are part of the larger co-headlining tour with BABYMETAL that will showcase Hale’s new signature guitar throughout the performance.
Southern California rock fans have multiple opportunities to experience major acts this season, with Chicago also scheduled to play Acrisure Arena at Greater Palm Springs and Kia Forum in September 2026. The region continues to be a essential stop for rock and alternative tours, building on our previous coverage of metal and alternative shows throughout Southern California.
Looking Ahead
The Epiphone collaboration represents another achievement in Hale’s evolving career as both a performer and gear influencer. As the tour progresses, fans can expect to see the holographic sparkle Explorer becoming an integral part of Halestorm’s stage show. The Southern California dates in October will provide local audiences with their first opportunity to experience both the new music and the signature instrument that embodies Halestorm’s continued evolution in the rock landscape.
Last updated August 25, 2026.
Sources: Consequence, Louder Sound
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