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THE BASS SPACE
The Kramer Duke
If you think the headless, downsized Duke series was conceived and designed as a copy of the groundbreaking Steinberger bass, think again. That’s not half of the story. By Willie G. Moseley
GRESTCH 6120 TENOR GUITAR
Gretsch was not alone in making tenors. Martin, Gibson, and Epiphone all produced tenor versions of many of their standard models. But this ’58 Chet Atkins 6120 four-string is a very rare variation on the instrument. By George Gruhn
LARRY CORYELL
Coming Full Circle
The “godfather of fusion” has cast his net over jazz, Brazilian, and classical genres on more than 60 recordings, and shared studio and stage with a “Who’s Who” list of luminaries. By Ann Wickstrom
IBANEZ MAXXAS
When you look at its elegant lines, it’s easy to think of this guitar as sculpture, but not as a potato. Nevertheless, spud-dom is where this guitar was headed before its turnaround into art. Plus, it’s comfortable to play and sounds great! By Michael Wright
CHRIS SQUIRE
Commuter Conversation and Constancy
It’s always fascinating to hear his views on 35 years spent in the bass slot of progressive rock band nonpareil Yes, one of the most talented bands in rock history. By Willie G. Moseley
THE DIFFERENT STRUMMER
Jacobacci Guitars
Our November ’03 profile of the Ohio guitar from France led us to the Jacobacci Brothers, who created highly innovative instruments and helped fuel the causes of rock and jazz guitar in France. By Michael Wright
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Nashville Jumps on a Night Train
By Dan Forte
Executive Rock
The Last Angular Laugh
By Willie G. Moseley
G.E. Smith Hits the Web
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Ernie Hawkins
By John Heidt
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The Behringer GM 108
By Riley Wilson
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Dan Forte
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