Tag: vintage-guitar-store
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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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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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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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What’s That Rumble?: The Rickenbacker 4001
By C. 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 while basses have been offered by almost every major musical instrument manufacturer at one point, they haven’t all rose to the same ranks…
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The Music Man Stingray: A Soulful 70’s Legend
By C. When it comes to bass guitars, few models command the respect and admiration quite like the Music Man Stingray. Emerging in the mid-1970s, the Stingray has become synonymous with power, versatility, and sonic excellence. Crafted by the legendary Leo Fender and his team, the Stingray marked a new era of bass innovation, continually…
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In The Shop: 1968 Gibson ES-330TD
By C. 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 to see why. These models feature meticulous craftsmanship and innovative design synonymous with the Gibson brand name. From its inception in the late…
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Legacy Models: The Fender Esquire
By C. The Fender Esquire is the design that defined Fender’s legendary status in the world of electric guitars. Born in the early days of the company, this instrument is truly the one that started it all for Fender, and would captivate players and music fans with its simplistic design and unique sound for generations…
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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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