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Fender Jaguar |
Comments Off Following in the footsteps of the successful Fender Jazzmaster, the Fender Jaguar is an electric guitar that was originally introduce in 1962 with the intention of its use for surf music and possibly jazz. However, the Jaguar only really took off within the surf music scene, a phenomenon very similar to that of the Fender Jazzmaster. Also following in the footsteps of the Fender Jazzmaster, the Fender...
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Rickenbacker |
Comments Off The Rickenbacker 360 was one of the first electric twelve-string guitars, yet was also one that has lasted throughout the ages. Developed by the Rickenbacker Company beginning in 1963, originally only three prototypes were created and strategically given out, one of them even going to the Beatles. Finally, in 1964 Rickenbacker began production on this fine line of guitars and from then on they were...
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PRS Mira |
Comments Off PRS, also known as Paul Reed Smith guitars, has done it again and has produced a guitar that has amazed the musical community. Their new guitar, the PRS Mira, was initially unveiled at a 2007 experience PRS trade show and has continued to wow guitar fanatics ever since.
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PRS Custom 24 |
Comments Off The PRS Custom 24 started out in 1985 as the core of the Paul Reed Smith line and has continued to maintain that place since. Made out of beautiful mahogany and maple, the PRS Custom 24 looks just as good as it plays, which is very splendidly. The most standout feature of the PRS Custom 24 that you can see just by looking at it is its unique style and shape. The body of the Paul Reed Smith Custom is...
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Fender |
Comments Off Originally debuted in 1958 geared towards jazz guitarists, the Fender Jazzmaster soon earned a new spot among “surf rock” guitarists and currently, indie rock guitarists. However, around 1970 the guitar took a nose-dive in sails and the line was terminated. This seemed to be the end for the Fender Jazzmaster, but then something amazing happened. Various bands and musicians started picking up the...
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Gibson |
Comments Off The Gibson Explorer is a prime example of why you should never give up on something. Initially rolling out in 1958, the Explorer by Gibson Guitars was at first very unpopular, to the point where it had to be discontinued in 1959. Luckily, Gibson eventually realized the value of the guitar and re-issued it in 1976. Since then it has led a very successful run and has acquired much fame and respect in...
The Gibson Les Paul Junior started out with a very honorable mission; to provide the public with a high quality guitar that wouldn't break their pocketbooks. Released in 1954, the Gibson Les Paul Junior originally retailed for only $120 and featured a unique sound that started attracting a large number of buyers. The first version, released in 1954 was only offered in single cutaway bodies, but Gibson...
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Gibson SG |
Comments Off The Gibson SG Custom is prize within the guitarist community. The SG custom came out in 1961 and was an instant classic. The 3 pickup configuration and the optional Maestro tremolo system made this instrument stand out among the crowd. Gibson has introduced several historic reissues of the original Gibson SG Custom and they have been well received. You can find original vintage SG customs for sale...
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Gibson SG |
Comments Off Gibson SG Specials offer a great balance of features and value for the working guitarist.Like the Gibson SG Standard before it this SG Speicial set a new standard in how to bring great guitars to the market at an affordable price. The Special SGs run about 30 to 40 percent less expensive than the Standards but still plack plenty of that classic SG tone. The Special uses uncovered 490b and 490t pickups...
In the early 1950s, Ted McCarty and Les Paul began developing the Gibson Les Paul guitar. Les Paul is a famous guitarist who pioneered the sound of rock-n-roll. The Gibson Les Paul has stood the test of time, and offers a guitar that targets every price point and level. The Melody Maker, for instance, does not bear the Les Paul name, but is an inexpensive version of the original that has consistently...
Gibson began manufacturing the Flying V in 1958. These "futuristic" guitars were originally made of korina (spelled korena at the time) which is a trademark name for limba. The guitar is named after it's shape; it has a large cut out in the body of the instrument and is thought to look like a flying letter V. Initially, these modern looking guitars, designed by Ten McCartny, didn't sell well and were...
The Fender mustang made its debut in 1964 as the beginning on a new line of Fender student Guitars. It was used commonly in surf rock music and made a come back in the 90s alternative rock and grunge scene. The Mustang has a fairly bright and mellow tone which is due in part to its duel single coil pickup configuration.
The Fender Stratocaster, commonly referred to as "Strat" is a model of electric guitar designed by Leo Fender, George Fullerton and Freddie Travares in the early 1950s. It's a solid-body, double-cutaway guitar with one extended top horn. In fact, along with Gibson SG, Gibson Les Paul and the Fender Telecaster, it's one of the most common electric guitars in the world. Famous musicians like...
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Gibson SG |
Comments Off The Gibson SG is a popular solid-bodied guitar that was introduced in the 1960s. SG literally meant Solid Guitar becuase the guitar body was one solid peice of wood. It's sharp double cut away body resembles horns, and is one of the most recognized electric guitars on the market. The guitar body and neck is mad of solid mahogany, while the fret board is made of either ebony, rosewood or maple. ...
The Telecaster, also known as "Tele", is a solid-bodied, duel-pickup Fender guitar. The electric guitar was created and designed by Leo Fender in 1949. It was one of the first solid-bodied guitars on the market, and really made an impact on the market. The prototype was a hand-built white guitar and had most of the features that Telecaster is famous for. They were first produced in 1950 with...
