# Eric Clapton Crossroads Guitar Collection launch

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eric-clapton-crossroads-guitar-collection-launch
> Updated: 2026-09-09T12:13:14.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Guitar Center and Eric Clapton have launched the 2026 Exclusive Crossroads Guitar Collection. This limited-edition series of signature instruments and accessories is produced in collaboration with brands such as Martin, Fender, PRS, and Ernie Ball. Proceeds from the collection are designated to benefit the Crossroads Centre Antigua, an addiction treatment facility founded by Clapton.

Specific items in the collection include a Martin Custom Shop 000-42 Brazilian, limited to five units, and a recreation of Clapton’s Blind Faith Fender Telecaster. The launch coincides with upcoming musical events, including the 2026 Crossroads Guitar Festival in Austin, Texas, and Clapton’s North American tour. During his tour, the 81-year-old musician has performed rare songs, such as “Give Me Strength,” for the first time since 1975.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Eric Clapton unveils 2026 Crossroads Guitar Collection

Eric Clapton has unveiled the 2026 Crossroads Guitar Collection to benefit his addiction treatment center and recently performed the song “Give Me Strength” live for the first time in over 50 years.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eric-clapton-unveils-2026-crossroads-guitar-collection

### 2026-08-31: Eric Clapton and Guitar Center launch 2026 Crossroads Collection

Guitar Center has released the 2026 Crossroads Guitar Collection featuring Eric Clapton signature models. Proceeds support his Crossroads Centre Antigua, ahead of his upcoming Austin festival and tour.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eric-clapton-and-guitar-center-launch-2026-crossroads-collection

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