August 2004
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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,...
July 2004
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THE BASS SPACE
Mosrite "TV" Model Ventures Bass
Many consider custom-color Fenders the definitive surf instruments, but Mosrite and the Ventures formed the preeminent ’60s band/brand...
June 2004
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ERIC CLAPTON
Slowhand Meets Mr. Johnson
His new album pays homage to Robert Johnson, and he’s hosting two whopper guitar events in June. In an exclusive...
May 2004
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FENDER'S JAZZMASTER
In the midst of its scramble to compete with Fender by developing the radical Flying V and Explorer, Gibson likely didn’t realize Leo...
April 2004
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THE PARSONS/WHITE STRINGBENDER
From the origins of country-rock to Jimmy Page, Metallica, and a slew of modern country-pickin’ wizards, the string bender lends unique sounds...
March 2004
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EARL SLICK
Zig Zag Back to the Top
Earl Slick landed a dream gig in ’74, playing with David Bowie on three monumental albums and tours....
February 2004
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ON THE ROAD TO ’59
Gibson‘s late-’70s/early-’80s Les Paul “Pre-Reissues” Despite going through a period of great strife, Gibson responded to player demand and produced...
January 2004
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PAT MARTINO
The jazz legend is a national treasure and inspiration to musicians and music lovers of all stripes. His career spans four decades, and...
December 2003
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LOS STRAITJACKETS
The instrumental quartet distinguishes itself with a two-guitar attack and eyecatching live show. Onstage, they mix humor with talent – and address the...
November 2003
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BRAD PAISLEY
Country‘s Newest Star Keeps Nashville Tele-Tuned
His new album debuted at #1 on Billboard’s country chart and he’s being called the next big traditionalist...