Author : Dan Erlewine
Publisher : Backbeat Books
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 26,27 MB
Release : 2006-10
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780879308834
This colorful chronicle shows the entire development of an acoustic guitar reflecting 80 years of American culture. With 250 photos and in-depth text, this is the first thorough examination of Gibson's fabulous flat-tops and their unique impact on musical, social, and political history from the 1920s to the present.
Author : Eldon Whitford
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 23,65 MB
Release : 2009
Category : Music
ISBN : 0879309628
"Through detailed text and more than two hundred photos, this book chronicles the development and evolution of Gibson's fabulous flat-tops, discusses the musical properites of individual models, and shows why these guitars have been the choice of so many great musicians, professional and amateur alike, over the last eighty years." --Book Jacket.
Author : Walter Carter
Publisher : Gibson Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,96 MB
Release : 2002
Category : Banjo
ISBN : 9780972751018
Provides a history of the guitar company from its founding in the late 1800s to its present status as one of the leading makers of guitars.
Author : George Gruhn
Publisher : Backbeat Books
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 16,61 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780879304935
Traces the evolution of America's fretted instruments, including the mandolin, the banjo, and the guitar.
Author : George Gruhn
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 15,49 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780879304225
The original version of this guide has sold over 30,000 copies. This new edition has been expanded by 25% and promises to become an invaluable resource. For collectors, dealers and players, this completely updated "field guide" provides specifications, serial numbers, and more for determining the originality of vintage American acoustic and electric fretted instruments. Detailing thousands of models by every major manufacturer, the book now includes expanded coverage of Martin, Guild, Mosrite, Dobro, Gibson banjos, Fender amps, Gibson amps, plus updates on the latest models from Fender, Gibson, Rickenbacker, and others since 1990.
Author : John Thomas
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,30 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Gibson guitar
ISBN : 9780983082781
According to company lore, Gibson, the guitar manufacturer, had ceased guitar production during World War II with only "seasoned craftsmen" too old for battle doing repairs and completing the few instruments already in progress at their Kalamazoo, Michigan factory. However, beginning in 1942, Gibson started producing wartime guitars each marked with a small, golden "banner" displaying the slogan: "only a Gibson is good enough." Over 9000 of these "Banner" guitars were produced between 1942 and 1945 and they are considered to be some of the finest acoustic guitars ever produced but who was making them? In this work of musical and social history, Thomas explores the origins of the Gibson "Banner" guitars and the remarkable women, many of whom had no prior training in instrument construction, who built them.
Author : Dick Boak
Publisher : Bulfinch
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 36,99 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Guitar
ISBN : 0821228358
A fascinating look at more than 100 of the Martin Guitar Company's custom guitars, created for the world's most famous musicians, including Sting, Eric Clapton, and Elvis-along with the inside stories behind each design. From the infamous 'Elvi' guitar owned by Elvis Presley (his original D-18 missing the 's' from his name) to customized instruments belonging to Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Joan Baez, Sting, and Eric Clapton, the Martin Guitar company has made a guitar for nearly every notable musician who's ever held a six-string. Now, MARTIN GUITAR MASTERPIECES revisits more than 100 of the company's most desirable guitars, ranging from those belonging to Stephen Stills, David Crosby, Paul Simon, and Johnny Cash to guitars owned by newer artists like Beck, Babyface, and Jonny Lang. Dick Boak, head of Artist Relations and Publicity at C. F. Martin, acts as the artist liaison in these collaborations and now, for the first time, enthusiastically outlines his experiences. Readers also get a sneak preview of Martin's millionth instrument, due in 2004.
Author : Bob Taylor
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 44,30 MB
Release : 2011-02-04
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1118038681
The inside story of the founding and growth of Taylor Guitars, one of the world's most successful guitar manufacturers Bob Taylor mixes the details of his experience as a tradesman and cofounder of Taylor Guitars, a world-famous acoustic and electric guitar manufacturer, with philosophical life lessons that have practical application for building a business. From the “a-ha” moment in junior high school that inspired his very first guitar, Taylor has been living the American dream, crafting quality products with his own hands and building a successful, sustainable business. In Guitar Lessons, he shares the values that he lives by and that have provided the foundation for the company’s success. Be inspired by a story of guts and gumption, an unwavering commitment to quality, and the hard lessons that made Taylor Guitars the company it is today.
Author : Joseph E. Spann
Publisher : Centerstream Publications
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 13,26 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Music
ISBN : 1574242679
(Reference). Centerstream presents this detailed look at the inner workings of the famous musical instrument manufacturer of Kalamazoo, Michigan before World War II. For the first time, Gibson fans can learn about the employees who built the instruments, exactly where the raw materials came from, the identity of parts vendors, and how the production was carried out. The book explains Gibson's pre-World War II factory order number and serial number systems, and corrects longstanding chronological errors. Previously unknown information about every aspect of the operation is covered in-depth. Noted historian Joe Spann gathered firsthand info from pre-war employees, and had access to major Gibson document collections around the world. Long time Gibson experts, as well as casual collectors, will find this volume an indispensable addition to their reference shelf.
Author : Dan Erlewine
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 28,83 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Music
ISBN : 9780879309213
This expanded edition for beginners to experts is a step-by-step manual to maintaining and repairing electric and acoustic guitars and basses. Players learn how to set up a guitar and keep it in top form by mastering basic maintenance. Features an essential DVD that makes guitar maintenance easier than ever. New features include set-up specs of leading players; stronger coverage of guitar electronics, including pickups and wiring diagrams; and expanded coverage of acoustics.
