Considering that this guitar was designed by Michael Kasha – who also founded the Institute of Molecular Biophysics at Florida State University – it’s no wonder that the bridge of this vintage Gibson wears a permanent “My dad can beat up your dad” smirk.
Gibson’s Melody Maker was designed to be a slightly less expensive alternative to the Les Paul Junior. Here is a look at how they have changed over the last 52 years.
And what, pray tell, has the cat dragged in today?
The Gibson Les Paul Studio Swirl.
Ok, for a while now forums and Youtube comments have been flooding with rage over Gibson for their Firebird X, and people have been unrelentingly aggressive. Well, as I’ve read more and more I’ve come to realize that I’m part of a gradually shrinking minority that actually authentically thinks the Firebird X isn’t as bad as the rap it’s been getting.
One thing the Firebird X has going for it besides all the technology is the fact that it’s a beautiful guitar. We’ve got an image gallery here for you to explore!
The Feds won’t come after you for your Gibson, regardless of the wood it contains. Also update on the meeting between Gibson and the Feds.
New news on the Gibson Federal raid, as well as a summary of the whole story for those of you who have heard little bits and are trying to determine how you feel about all of it.
Yep, the company that brought us a significant portion of our very favorite guitars, which in turn brought us some of our favorite music, is suffering from a bit of governmental poking and prodding. On Wednesday, federal agents paid a none too friendly visit to Gibson, raiding their factories in Nashville, and Memphis, and seizing
So Gibson has revealed their newest addition to the already expansive Les Paul roster. The Les Paul Deluxe. So what attributes does this guitar model feature that earn it the lofty title I reserve for my pizzas? Well let’s dive in and find out.
Guitarist extraordinaire Warren Haynes’, who has performed with Government Mule, the Allman Brothers Band, the Dead, Phil Lesh and Friends, the Dave Matthews Band and many other concert heavyweights, has become a recognized music industry standard. Frequently at his side and often behind the signature sound is Haynes’ pricey Gibson Les Paul Standard.
