Tag: music
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A Star Is Born: The Fender Starcaster
By C. 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 of music, shaping the sounds of countless genres and generations. Among their illustrious lineup of solid-body electrics such as the Tele, Strat, Precision…
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How To Sell A Guitar Collection: A Step By Step Guide
By C. 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 to liquidate assets, there are several key steps to maximize the value and streamline the selling process. Do you have a vintage guitar…
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Offset Analysis: The Fender Jazzmaster
By C. 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 most iconic designs, particularly within the realms of surf, indie, and alternative rock. With its unique features and versatile sound, the Jazzmaster continues…
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Gibson Custom Colors: A Vibrant Palette For A New Era
By C. 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 it comes to unique custom-colored guitars and basses, Gibson offered their own as well. These colors, introduced primarily in the 1950s and 1960s,…
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Bridging Tones: The Unwavering Versatility of the Fender Bass VI
By C. 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 bass and guitar, the Bass VI offers players a distinctive sonic palette that goes beyond the traditional boundaries of both instruments. With its…
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The Fender Princeton: A Compact Powerhouse That Echoes Through The Decades
By C. 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 home in favor of something smaller and lower output. This is common practice now, and for many it has made life a lot…
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The Difference Between : Fender Precision And Jazz Basses
By C. 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 series, we aim to provide some brief insight into the differences between models that may look, or seem similar on the surface. For…
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First In Flight: A Quick Look At The Gibson Flying V
By C. 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 guitars. The Flying V, or “V” for short, has made a powerful impact on the world of music since its introduction in the…
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