Archive for May 18th, 2008

Gibson 50 Year Commemorative Flying V Electric Guitar The very first Flying V electric guitar blasted out of the Gibson factory in 1958. And although it took time for its legend to grow, the Flying V has become a true vintage guitar rarity as well as a benchmark for what a powerful, performance-driven guitar should be today. Now 50 years later, Gibson USA honors that legacy with the introduction of the 50-Year Commemorative Flying V—a fitting tribute to one of the world s most recognizable guitars, and Gibson USA s Guitar of the Month for March 2008.The 50-Year Commemorative Flying V guitar combines several timeless elements of the 1958 model, with a few modern appointments for today s demanding players. The solid mahogany, V-shaped body has been topped with AA flamed maple and has beveled edges exclusive to this limited edition. Also created especially for the Limited Edition Commemorative Flying V is an exclusive Brimstone Burst finish, and the headstock s rare, art deco Gibson logo, which was recently found among old drawings belonging to legendary Gibson President Ted McCarty. The neck sports the traditional Flying V profile a hybrid between Gibson s standard 50s rounded contour and the 60s slim-taper profile. It is topped by a 22-fret ebony fingerboard with pearl split-block inlays.This special Flying V is powered by a Gibson 57 Classic pickup in the neck and a Gibson 57 Classic Plus in the bridge. Other select features include gold fret wire, Steinberger Gearless Tuners, and a custom Guitar o…

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Yamaha JR1 3/4 Size Acoustic Guitar Yamaha craftsmanship and the use of select woods throughout this instrument create a compact folk guitar offering authentic acoustic sound. Great as a travel guitar, ideal as a first guitar for a child. Easy and fun to play.

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Yamaha SLG100N Silent Acoustic/Electric Guitar The Silent Guitar lets you practice with headphones, yet enjoy the realistic sounds of an acoustic instrument. The nylon-stringed SLGS100N features a lightweight composite body, mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard, and breaks down quickly to fit into included gig bag for easy transport. Electronics include piezo in-bridge pickups and an internal DSP which reproduces the natural-sounding reverb of a user-selected acoustic space. Has mini-stereo inputs for plugging in a CD player for play-along. Interfaces with the AG Stomp.

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