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Gibson’s “Non-Reverse” Firebirds
Some guitars get no respect, at least historically. At the dawn of the ’70s, Gibson’s original (1963-’65) Firebirds were already being hailed as classics,...
Gibson’s Crest Models
Gibson has produced two guitars bearing the “Crest” name. While both designs date to the 1960s, they’re very different instruments.
The first incarnation was...
1933 Gibson L-5 “Special”
Though many collectors focus on instruments in fine original condition, every so often one emerges that, regardless of condition, is no less exciting than...
H&D, Running Dog, and Gibson
In the July issue we looked at affordable L-style flat-tops for the acoustic blues player. This month, we look at similarly inspired instruments, but...
Gibson R&D Electric Guitar
Alvino Rey and the prototype lapsteel he has kept for more than 61 years. Photos: Lynn Wheelwright
Talk about skeletons in your closet!! Believe...
H&D, Running Dog, and Gibson L-Style Guitars
Huss & Dalton 00-SP
Gibson Robert Johnson L-1
In the July issue we looked at affordable L-style flat-tops for the acoustic blues player. This month, we...
Gibson Nick Lucas
It's a rare occasion when a star performer hooks up with a guitar company to create a classic signature instrument. Gibson's Les Paul model...
The Gibson L-5
Timeless elegance. A jazz icon. The inspirational archtop guitar. These are just a few of the descriptions that fit Gibson's L-5. Add to those...
The (Way) Back Beat: A Pretty Girl is Like a Melody
Fretted-instrument advertising in the 20th century relied heavily on “glamor” or “cheesecake.”
Electric instruments and accessories, in particular, are still marketed to a primarily male...
The (Way) Back Beat: A Pretty Girl is Like a Melody
Last month, we began looking at some of the more entertaining fretted instrument advertising of the 20th century, in what could be loosely called...