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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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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...
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...
Telecaster Bridges: Vintage Or Modern?
The Telecaster has undergone various modifications and improvements over the years. One significant area of change lies in its bridge design, with distinctions between vintage-style and modern-style bridges. Understanding the...
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...
A Star Is Born: The Fender Starcaster
When it comes to instruments, few names carry as much weight and history as Fender. Renowned for their guitars and amplifiers, Fender has long been a cornerstone in the world...
How To Sell A Guitar Collection: A Step By Step Guide
Selling a guitar collection can be a significant undertaking, especially if you’ve amassed a diverse or valuable assortment over the years. Whether you’re downsizing, shifting musical interests, or simply looking...
Offset Analysis: The Fender Jazzmaster
The Jazzmaster is a classic Fender solidbody electric renowned for its distinctive tone, sleek design, and rich history. Since its introduction in 1958, this instrument has become one of Fender’s...
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...
Bridging Tones: The Unwavering Versatility of the Fender Bass VI
The Fender Bass VI is a unique and versatile instrument that has lives in its own world, so to speak. Born out of the desire to bridge the gap between...
The Fender Princeton: A Compact Powerhouse That Echoes Through The Decades
In the last few decades, both recording and live sound practices have relied on close-miking amps to achieve the desired sound, allowing guitar players to leave their 100-watt stacks at...
The Difference Between : Fender Precision And Jazz Basses
Good afternoon, folks. Today we’ll be embarking on a bit of an investigative dive into two of Fender’s most important electric bass models, the Precision and Jazz Bass. In this...
First In Flight: A Quick Look At The Gibson Flying V
The Gibson Flying V is one of those designs unlike anything else out there. It’s a guitar so iconic that you might even recognize it if you’re completely unfamiliar with...
