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What comes across the bench, and what it tells us. Instruments, history, and the details that decide what something is worth.

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  • What’s That Rumble?: The Rickenbacker 4001

    In the world of electric basses, much like guitars, the select few top runners continue to prove themselves time and time again as the dominating rulers of their field. And...

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  • The Gretsch 6126 Astro-Jet: A Sixties Space-Age Gem

    The “Space Race” of the 1950’s and 60’s extended far beyond a quest to explore the outer world, but also seeped into the subconscious of popular culture and created a...

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  • From Student To Stage: Harmony Guitars

    Vintage Harmony guitars hold a unique allure in the guitar world, revered for their distinct sound, unique designs, and rich history. Founded in 1892 in Chicago, Harmony Company quickly became...

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  • In The Shop: 1968 Gibson ES-330TD

    Few instruments exude the elegance and musical versatility of the Gibson “ES” guitars. The ES-330 model in particular is a longtime favorite of players and collectors, and its not hard...

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  • Icons Of The Brown Sound: The Ibanez Destroyer

    Ibanez is one of those companies with a rich and illustrious history that reaches back many decades. While the company has become synonymous with more budget-friendly and entry level guitars...

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  • Gibson Custom Colors: A Vibrant Palette For A New Era

    Vintage Gibson instruments are well known for their exceptional craftsmanship and classic designs, but what about their distinctive range of custom colors? While many tend to think of Fender when...

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