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That Rickenbacker Sound

That Rickenbacker Sound

In 1958 Rickenbacker introduced the semi-hollow body Capri series, eventually evolving into the world renowned 300 series. They were largely designed by Roger Rossmeisl (formerly of Fender).

Early Rickenbacker Days

Early Rickenbacker Days

The Rickenbacker Combo 800 debuted in 1954 with the design input coming from Paul Barth and Roger Rossmeisl (later of Fender fame).  Semie Moseley, later to be the founder of...

Jet Speed Reaction to Gibson

Jet Speed Reaction to Gibson

Gretsch Duo Jet-  The name comes from its two DeArmond Dynasonic pickups (Duo) and (Jet) is a play on jet aircrafts which were just beginning commercial flights in the early...

I'll be There For You

I'll be There For You

From no body bracing (thank you Lyrachord), electronics, to soundhole design, and synthetic materials, Ovation remains a pioneer in the guitar world and many touring musicians swear it sounds the best...

Shedding Weight, Bucking The Hum

Shedding Weight, Bucking The Hum

The original Thinline arrived on the scene in 1968 and was revamped in 1972 with the introduction of the 2nd generation model (Thinline II). Several theories exist for the Thinline's...

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Peavey Me Please

Peavey Me Please

Enter the T-60, Peavey's first guitar, and a first in many ways. 

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