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In The Shop: 1963 Gibson Southern Jumbo
By C. Who doesn’t love a vintage Gibson flat top? Especially one that looks stunning, sounds incredible, and is a dream to play. Well, we’ve got one here for you to feast your eyes on. New to IVG and available now in our shop, this 1963 Gibson Southern Jumbo Do you have a vintage guitar…
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How Did We Buy This?: 1964 Fender Telecaster
By C. Here at IVG, buying guitars is what we do best! And while we carry new products from major manufacturers like Fender, Gretsch and Gibson, nothing puts a smile on our face more than a vintage guitar coming through our doors. But how exactly does that work? In this article, we’ll explain a bit…
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Amplifier Hour: Tube Vs. Solid-State
By C. When it comes to navigating the various options available for amps, it can be a confusing and overwhelming task to soak in all the information out there. At the end of the day, nobody wants to plug in and sound BAD (unless of course, they do?). But the route to achieve your optimal…
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Gibson Vibrato Tailpieces Explained
By C. Vintage Gibson guitars of the 1950’s and 60’s are renowned for their craftsmanship, tonal qualities, and historical significance to the musical world. Among the various features that contribute to their distinctiveness are their vibrato tailpieces, which have played a crucial role in shaping the sound and playability of these iconic instruments. Over the…
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What’s The Deal With Fender Reverb Units?
By C. We’ve all heard the sounds of lush reverb effects on our favorite music. Whether it’s found on a twangy surf instrumental or the vocal track of a great singer, you’ll know it when you hear it. Reverb is a natural phenomenon of our world that’s present almost everywhere, from shouting in a large…
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Which Strings Are Right For My Electric?: A Guide To Gauges
By C. Choosing the right guitar strings is an important decision for any guitarist. Among the myriad of factors to consider, string gauge stands out as one of the most important. Guitar string sizes, often referred to as string gauge, play a significant role in determining the playability, tone, and feel of the instrument. From…
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In The Shop: 1957 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins
By C. Here at IVG, we’re usually buying and trading guitars on a daily basis. And we’re proud purveyors of both used and new offerings from many of your favorite major manufacturers. But when a wonderful classic vintage guitar is in our shop, we have to just take a moment to pause and bask in…
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Unleashing The Power Of The Gibson SG Special
By C. Most of those familiar with electric guitars of the 60’s will be familiar with Gibson’s legendary SG line. The unique shape, striking aesthetic appeal, and world renowned tone made the SG a household name. And similar to the Les Paul line, Gibson offered several variations of the SG for different consumer price points.…
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The Legend Of The Fender Rosewood Telecaster
By C. The Fender Rosewood Telecaster is a unique and captivating member of Fender’s iconic Telecaster family. Introduced in 1968 as a limited edition model, the Rosewood Telecaster stands out for its distinctive all-rosewood body and neck construction, offering players a different tonal and aesthetic experience compared to traditional Telecasters made of alder or ash.…
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Is My Guitar Refinished?: A Quick Guide
By C. The vintage guitar market has grown exponentially over the last several decades, with more and more folks becoming interested in, purchasing, and selling vintage instruments and equipment of their own. But with more eyes on the ever-growing values of certain pieces, there’s also unfortunately a growing number of refinished guitars and basses being…
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