The Super 400 used to be seen on many big stages with top players in top acts, like Merle Travis, Scotty Moore and Kenny Burrell. Now they are hardly seen, and Gibson doesn’t make many of them – they are mostly built to order. This 1995 model is in great shape, a big guitar with a big sound and a commanding presence.
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Music Man guitars are known for being comfortable to play, but they also happen to be some of the most well constructed, precision made instruments in the world. I am continuously impressed by the level of quality that can be found in all aspects of their guitars.
MORE →a Vinci, Ferrarri, Maserati, Eko…. Italy has long been known for innovative designs. And this Eko 700 v4 is a very cool and rare guitar. Eko electric guitars were not uncommon in the early and mid 1960’s, and as a bonus, didn’t always depend on American manufacturers for design cues.
MORE →This beautiful Style 0 guitar from the Martin Custom Shop was one of the guitars that caught our eye at the 2012 Namm show and it was so limited that we were put into a lottery with other dealers to get one. I’m glad we did as this sweet little axe as a great retro vibe and luscious tone for a small guitar!
MORE →This is a visually interesting Japanese-made Bass IV from 1967. Six-string basses did not really catch on in this format but there are a few examples, like this, around.
MORE →This is a lovely guitar by Linda Manzer, built in 1980 in Toronto. It’s been played – as it should be! – and is in good shape. It speaks very well with clear, articulated trebles and a full yet not overwhelming bass. The inlay is very well executed, and all around this is a wonderful instrument.
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