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SG Guitar Book : 50 Years of Gibson's Stylish Solid Guitar by Tony Bacon (2015, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherLeonard Corporation, Hal
ISBN-101480399256
ISBN-139781480399259
eBay Product ID (ePID)203447736
Product Key Features
Book TitleSg Guitar Book : 50 Years of Gibson's Stylish Solid Guitar
Number of Pages160 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMusical Instruments / Guitar
Publication Year2015
IllustratorYes
GenreMusic
AuthorTony Bacon
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight20.4 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal787.87190922
SynopsisTo many vintage guitar fans, it seems inconceivable that Gibson dumped the Sunburst Les Paul in 1960 and, during the following year, introduced a completely new design, the one that we know now as the SG ("solid guitar"). At the time, however, it made good business sense. Sales of the Les Paul were faltering, and Gibson decided to blow a breath of fresh air through its solidbody electric guitar line. The company described the result as an "ultra-thin, hand-contoured, double-cutaway body." The modernistic amalgam of bevels and points and angles was a radical departure, and this new book tells the story of all the SG models that followed: the Junior, Special, Standard, Custom, and more. There are interviews with and stories about Gibson personnel through the years, and all the major SG players, including Pete Townshend, Frank Zappa, Eric Clapton, Angus Young, George Harrison, Gary Rossington, Tony Iommi, and Derek Trucks. In the tradition of Tony Bacons bestselling series of guitar books, The SG Guitar Book is three great volumes in one package: a collection of drool-worthy pictures of the coolest guitars; a gripping story from the earliest prototypes to the latest exploits; and a detailed collectors database of every production SG model ever made., The SG Guitar Book is three great volumes in one package: a collection of drool-worthy pictures of the coolest guitars; a gripping story from the earliest prototypes to the latest exploits; and a detailed collectors database of every production SG model ever made., To many vintage guitar fans, it seems inconceivable that Gibson dumped the Sunburst Les Paul in 1960 and, during the following year, introduced a completely new design, the one that we know now as the SG ("solid guitar"). At the time, however, it made good business sense. Sales of the Les Paul were faltering, and Gibson decided to blow a breath of fresh air through its solidbody electric guitar line. The company described the result as an "ultra-thin, hand-contoured, double-cutaway body." The modernistic amalgam of bevels and points and angles was a radical departure, and this new book tells the story of all the SG models that followed: the Junior, Special, Standard, Custom, and more. There are interviews with and stories about Gibson personnel through the years, and all the major SG players, including Pete Townshend, Frank Zappa, Eric Clapton, Angus Young, George Harrison, Gary Rossington, Tony Iommi, and Derek Trucks. In the tradition of Tony Bacon's bestselling series of guitar books, The SG Guitar Book is three great volumes in one package: a collection of drool-worthy pictures of the coolest guitars; a gripping story from the earliest prototypes to the latest exploits; and a detailed collector's database of every production SG model ever made.
LC Classification NumberML1015.G9
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- 02 Jan, 2018
Great book. Interesting read.
As someone who owns and plays a 1964 Gibson SG (which I have owned since 1964), I find this book very interesting. The author does a great job of detailing the fascinating history of this iconic instrument and includes awsome color photos of many historically significant Gibson SG guitars. There is even a list of serial numbers for every SG ever made which helped me verify the year that my SG was born. Great book for a guitarist, musician, or a music lover who appreciates the significance of the Gibson SG. Good price. Quick shipment.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 29 May, 2022
Great Book with Excellent Photographs!!
Great Book!!! Much Information many people do not know!!! Excellent Photographs!!! Great Read!!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 15 Feb, 2018
A great book for all to enjoy, fun and entertaining.
Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
