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401: A Brief History of Yamaha Guitars
Yamaha is one of those companies that make a wide variety of products. Among these are their acoustic guitars, and they have different styles that appeal to different kinds of players. Yes, Yamaha does make a lot of different instruments and other things. But, this does not compromise the quality of the guitars.
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402: A Brief History of Ibanez Acoustic Guitars
Ibanez is a premier manufacturer of both acoustic guitars and electric guitars and they have an impressive list of artists who play them. It is a Japanese company but has achieved widespread success throughout the world. They started by created replicas of popular guitar models, but now they have their own individual line.
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403: A Brief History of Gibson Guitars
Orville Gibson first started making instruments in the late 1800s with his innovative mandolin. Even after his death in 1918, the Gibson Guitar Corporation has been dedicated to making excellent and innovative electric guitars that sound great.
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404: A Brief History of Ovation Acoustic Guitars
Ovation Guitars were developed by Charles Kaman. They are unique due to his background as an aeronautical engineer and boast unique design and material composite elements. Noted artists include Al DiMeola, Nikki Sixx, and the band, Godsmack.
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405: A Brief History of Taylor Guitars
Taylor Guitars officially began in 1974 with the purchase of a business by three friends. They had a rough beginning, but eventually persevered. Now the company boasts plenty of acoustic guitar models and has earned their place as one of the top acoustic guitar manufacturers in the world.
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406: A Brief History of Gibson Acoustic Guitars
Gibson is a premier manufacturer of guitars and other instruments. Their acoustic line offers different series and styles and serves a variety of playing needs. In general, the company is innovative and has had this reputation since its beginning.
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407: The Key to Rockstar Riches isn't the Music or the Look
Becoming a famous rockstar isn't just about luck.
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408: A Brief History of Breedlove Guitars
Kim Breedlove has been making guitars since the mid 70 s, but the company was founded in 1990. They craft high quality acoustic guitars and mandolins and have a variety of styles that appeal to a wide range of players.
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409: A Brief History of Alvarez Guitars
Alvarez Acoustic guitars are well made and possess a rich tone only possible when something is handmade. They have a variety of models of acoustic guitar that appeal to rock players, folk players, and even classic players. They also have a list of artists who love their guitars.
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410: A Brief History of Dean Acoustic Guitars
Dean Guitars make both electric and acoustic guitars. Founded by Dean Zelinsky, he no longer owns the company but is involved with the creative design. Their line includes both traditional and more unique styles.
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411: A Brief History of Martin Acoustic Guitars
Martin Guitars had their beginnings in 1833 but the story begins in Germany with the birth of Christian Frederick Martin. When Martin was 15 he traveled to Austria to apprentice with a skilled guitar maker. He eventually moved to the United States and began his guitar company.
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412: A Brief History of Epiphone Acoustic Guitars
Epiphone was created by Epi Stathopoulos, a member of a family of people who developed and made musical instruments. After his death, ownership fell to his brothers. Later, Gibson s parent company purchased it.
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413: A Brief History of G & L Guitars
G & L Guitars are handmade and are in a limited production. Originally started by Leo Fender, George Fullerton, and Dale Hyatt, G & L has a reputation for delivering electric guitars that are high quality and innovative.
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414: A Brief History of Jackson Guitars
Jackson Guitars started off as Charvel Guitar Repair, until Wayne Charvel sold Grover Jackson his rights to the company. One of the best known guitars that Jackson made was the Randy Rhoads model. Now, Fender owns the rights to the label.
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415: A Brief History of Takamine Acoustic Guitars
Takamine is a Japanese company dedicated to creating quality instruments. They have a presence in the worldwide market and artists such as Jon Bon Jovi love playing their guitars. Takamine makes a series of acoustic, electric, and acoustic electric guitars.
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416: A Brief History of Fender Guitars
FenderŪ pretty much had its beginnings in 1938 when Leo Fender opened a repair shop. In 1946, he started manufacturing instruments. Now, Fender is one of the premier manufacturing companies out there.
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417: A Brief History of Schecter Guitars
Schecter Guitar Research is a company that started in 1989. They manufacture guitars both in South Korea and in California and offer a custom guitar feature in addition to their regular line. They hold a favor with hard rock and metal artists but also feature models for Blues and Jazz artists.
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418: A Brief History of Washburn Acoustic Guitars
Washburn Guitars started off being associated with the Delta Blues style of music. Now, they are simply known for their excellent quality. They have guitars that appeal to all styles of players and boast a complete line of acoustic guitars.
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419: A Brief History of Washburn Guitars
Washburn Guitars had their start in 1883 near Maxwell Street, which is the home of the Delta Blues. Now, they boast a diverse line of guitars and an impressive list of professional artists who play the guitars. They also made some important innovations to the field of guitar building.
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420: A Brief History of Paul Reed Smith Guitars
Paul Reed Smith started building guitars while in college and for the months after college. He started off by convincing artists to try his guitars and critique them. Carlos Santana was one such artist and he was so impressed, he introduced Smith to the former president of Gibson, who went on to help him design guitars and become his mentor.
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421: Marketing In The New Business Vol. 3
Use the power of the press release to make your music "newsworthy".
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422: A Brief History of Parker Guitars
Parker Guitars is a fairly new company. It was started in the early 90s by Ken Parker, an experienced luthier. His first model, the Fly, was developed after speaking with multiple guitar players about what they liked and disliked about their instruments. Their guitar line has since expanded.
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423: A Brief History of B.C. Rich Guitars
Except for a brief stint with another manufacturer, B.C. Rich guitars are known for being well made and innovative. They have a loyal following of players and artists who enjoy the sound and quality.
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424: A Brief History of Ibanez Guitars
Ibanez, originally called the Hoshino Gakki Company, began manufacturing guitars in 1935. Original guitars were copies of classic styles put out by companies such as Gibson and Fender. Now, they have a style all their own and are endorsed by some of todays hottest guitar players.
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425: A Brief History of Epiphone Guitars
Epiphone instruments have their roots in Greece ever since the late 1800s. The guitars quickly became a main competitor for Gibson. Now, they are considered a division of Gibson, though they still maintain their own original line.
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