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Guild guitars have been around since the early 1950s, and by the beginning of the '60s, the company had established a solid reputation for its electric and acoustic archtops, which are still widely r

This beautiful book is a comprehensive guide to the new Golden Age of handcrafted acoustic guitars! Illustrated with full-color photos of custom instruments throughout, this rich resource also contai

This is the comprehensive, must-own owner's or collector's manual for any Gretsch fan. It uncovers the history of the guitars through 32 pages of color photos, hundreds of black & white photos, and f

Celebrating 50 years of the Fender® Strat®. The world's most famous guitar has a golden anniversary in 2004, and this official, authorized book/CD package offers the best photos, quotes, facts, and so

A beauty of a book about the original collectible electric guitar! Finally, the long-awaited English-language edition of this historic Japanese book is here! The Beauty of the 'Burst pays tribute to G

100 Years of an American Icon takes the reader on a journey from 1894 to the present. Many rare photos adorn these 314 fact-filled pages written by noted Gibson historian Walter Carter.

Explore the story of rock's greatest amp maker! Marshall amps have defined the sound of a generation of rock, Used by Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Ritchie Blackmore, Jimmy Page, and thousand

Updated prices and much more. Current information on new and vintage pricing, technical details, and serialization of most trademarks showing year of manufacture. Lists current and discontinued electr

Most people aren't aware that the guitar was not always king in the United States. Until the 1930s, the guitar actually played 'second fiddle' to other fretted instruments. This book chronicles the h

For this follow-up to his popular A Desktop Reference of Hip Vintage Guitar Amps, Gerald Weber has compiled his articles and "Ask Gerald" columns that have appeared in Vintage Guitar from 1993 to 199

The words mattered too! Jimi Hendrix was such an incredible guitarist that it's easy to forget the creativity and pure poetry of his lyrics. Hendrix was a true lyrical innovator, exploring words hithe

If you have questions about guitar amplifier--how to fix them, how to restore them, or how to hot-rod them--this book has the answer. Written for the guitarist or collector who desires a common sense

Now in its 2nd edition, The Fender Book has become the definitive story of the world's best-known solidbody electric guitars. From the Fender Electric Instrument Co.'s earliest period to its most rec

Edited by Paul Trynka. In the 1950s, rock and roll was played on simple instruments with simple audio equipment. But today, rock music can be as technically complex as any Hollywood blockbuster. Rock

Complete guitar tab transcriptions of some of the most amazing solos in modern music! It's a chops festival in black and white.

A stunning full-color journey from the mid-1930s to the present, depicting the technical and aesthetic development of the American electric guitar - the Hawaiian, "Spanish-neck," full-depth hollowbod

A comprehensive history of the famous Gibson flat top guitars. Who can forget the singular sound of the Everly Brothers' guitar in "Wake Up Little Susie" and "Bye Bye Love"? It was the sound of a Gibs

Captures the ordered-chaos note-for-note. Note-for-note transcriptions for every instrument played (from Zero through Eight!) by these midwestern nu-metal heads. Includes 10 songs from Slipknot

Everything you wanted to know about amps but were afraid to ask. This book provides a comprehensive view of the subject, including: how amps work, profiles of the major manufacturers, "transistor dino

Matching folio with all 18 tracks, including "Aching Hunger," "Brother," "The Crying Machine," and more. Includes full-color photos. Tab. 248 pages.

Edited by S.P. Fjestad. The most comprehensive and up-to-date information of new and vintage pricing, technical information on acoustic and acoustic-electric instruments, and serialization on most maj

A stunning photo tour of one-of-a-kind guitars from the Fender Custom Shop. Features full-page, full-color shots of 50 instruments, accompanied by close ups and detailed descriptions from the master

A complete history of the first era of Gibson guitars! All information is based on Gibson's own documents and literature. The book covers the different stages of evolution of the electric guitar with

A must-have for all blues guitarists! The most complete Robert Johnson collection ever! It includes note-for-note transcriptions in notes & tab for all 29 songs ever recorded by this elusive legend, p

We're proud to present new guitar tab transcriptions for 25 classics from this bearded and bespectacled trio of Texas blues-rock masters! Includes huge hits such as "Legs," "Rough Boy," "LaGrange," a

Don't touch that screwdriver -- yet! Everything you need to know for most repairs, setups, and mods for guitars and basses. Straight talk by Guitar Player columnist and guitar repair guru Dan Erlewin

Tour along with Dave and Tim. Due to the overwhelming demand for more following the release of the first volume of songs from Matthews & Reynold's 1999 live album, this second volume was released! Thi

Play-it-Like-It-Is Bass. Highly regarded as a bass innovator, Victor Wooten has made a name for himself laying down the low-end for both Bela Fleck and during his guest stints with the Dave Matthews B

A behind-the-scenes account of the Fender Electric Instrument Company by its former general manager. Forrest White traces the company's entire history, from Leo Fender's beginnings as a radio repairma

Learn all the licks from Dave's solo record. Note-for-note transcriptions with tab for all the songs from Dave Matthews' acclaimed solo debut: "An' Another Thing," "Baby," "Dodo," "Gravedigger," "Grey

A Step-by-Step Breakdown of the Guitar Styles and Techniques of Daron Malakian. Series: Signature Licks Book & CD Package - TAB

Author: Chad Johnson Artist: System of a Down

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The Martin Book chronicles the history of an instrument that mirrors the development of the acoustic guitar and acoustic music in America. This photographic 150-year journey pulls together the strand

Hoobastank is the major label debut album from this California-based quartet. This album-matching folio, featuring the hit single "Crawling in the Dark" and 7 more, with 4 interior pages of full-colo

Godsmack's Faceless mixes arena rock in the vein of Alice in Chains with the aggression of Pantera and places the group as one of the most popular hard-rock bands in the world today. Folio inc

Trapt is the major label debut album from the compulsively original young band of the same name. This album-matching folio includes 4 pages of photographs. Titles are "Headstrong," "Made of Glass," "

Complete note-for-note guitar tab transcriptions of all 14 killer metal anthems from Damageplan's debut release. Features the scorching solos of Dimebag Darrell. 124 pages.

Fresh metal... a dozen scorching tunes to heat up your power trio. Detailed tab on all the Disclaimer tunes in their full post-grunge glory. Also includes 4 full pages of color photos.

Metal is back! Dimebag Darrell is a walking textbook of modern metal guitar techniques, liberally spraying bone-crushing power chords, dissonant intervals, tremolo arm insanity, and a shredding lead v

Complete, note-for-note tab transcriptions for Frank Zappa's epic 1974 tour de force, featuring over-the-top zany lyrics and subject matter, searing guitar virtuosity, and tight arrrangements veering

Clapton's tribute to his guitar hero Robert Johnson features 14 classic blues tracks, all transcribed here note for note with tab. Includes "Come on in My Kitchen," "Love in Vain Blues," and 12 more.

14 of the hottest hits. This money-saving guitar collection features note-for-note transcriptions with tab for 14 of today's top songs, by Audioslave, blink-182, Maroon5, Three Days Grace and others!

The ultimate collection of 33 essential rock classics! Includes Beast of Burden - Cat Scratch Fever - Come Sail Away - Double Vision - Free Ride - Get Back - Hard to Handle - Hurts So Good - La Grange

All 13 songs from the major label debut, which this critically adored Melbourne quartet calls "rock at its most primal, vibrant and honest". 96 pages.

This collection celebrates the King of the Surf Guitar, with transcriptions in notes and tab for 15 of his best! 90 pages.

The roadmap to keep you from getting lost on your way to Start Something. All 12 songs from the breakthrough CD by these Welsh modern rockers. Note-for-note transcriptions with tab for "Burn, Burn," "

All you ever wanted to know, and more, about guitar electronics and pickups. By Donald Brosnac. 128 pages.

Right-from-the-record transcriptions for all 15 songs on the third CD from this young blues phenom from Fargo. Includes a bio, notes on the album, and great photos. Tab. 160 pages.

Note-for-note transcriptions with tab for all 14 tunes from the 2003 crossover release from these Christian punks from Canton. Includes their big hit "Chapstick, Chapped Lips and Things like Chemistr

All 14 favorites from Bon Jovi's greatest hits collection with cool photos! Includes "Bad Medicine," "Blaze of Glory," "Wanted Dead or Alive," and 9 more. 96 pages.

From the Signature Licks series. A step-by-step breakdown of the guitar styles and techniques of Dave Mustaine and Marty Friedman. Learn to master the licks from 12 Megadeth masterpieces, including -

The Folio to Thursday's debut album. It's the matching folio to the major label debut from this post-hardcore NJ group. Includes transcriptions in notes and tab for: Asleep in the Chapel - Between Rup

Our matching folio to the rocking third release from this multi-platinum selling band contains all 13 songs. Includes a special section of terrific full-page photos. A must for every Matchbox Twenty

A must-have for every Hendrix fan! The matching folio to Hendrix's highly lauded 1969 best-of compilation features note-for-note tab transcriptions for 12 of the very best from this electric guitar su

This exquisite book is both a celebration of the art of inlay and a hands-on guide to its materials, tools, and techniques. Includes over 70 color photos; diagrams; and how-to instructions and design

Includes note-for-note guitar transcriptions for all 12 songs from Beck's acclaimed 2002 release. Tab. 104 pages.

17 classics from Petty's vast repertoire, newly transcribed with tab. Includes "Breakdown, "Don't Do Me like That, "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around", and more. 104 pages.

This 2002 follow-up to Coldplay's widely adored debut Parachutes finds Chris Martin and crew in fine form. Our songbook features note-for-note transcriptions with tab for all 11 tracks. Grammy

Good Charlotte has quickly become almost unstoppable! Their album, The Young And The Hopeless, is now available as a songbook so you can play all of your favorite Good Charlotte songs including the c

The antibiotic for your White Stripes infection. Here's the matching folio to the acclaimed 2001 breakthrough from this Detroit duo, darlings of the international music media. Note-for-note tab transc

Now you won't need ears like an elephant to figure out all the licks. Their major label debut, 2003's Elephant is the follow-up to The White Stripes' breakthrough White Blood Cells - and an unqualifie

Essential guitar notes and tab for Peppers fans! Note-for-note tab of Frusciante's and Navarro's guitar work on top tracks from Mother's Milk to By the Way, plus 2 new bonus songs! PARENTAL ADVISORY:

Introduced in 1922, the Gibson L5 is the precursor of the modern archtop guitar. It was the first archtop to feature f-holes, which allowed it to project through the horn-dominated bands of the day.

Whether you're a musician or a woodworking enthusiast, you'll thoroughly enjoy Roger Siminoff's book, Constructing A Solid Body Guitar. This 64-page manual uses over 150 photos, several illustrations

Author Michael Wright builds on the success of his Guitar Stories, Volume 1 in this series of histories of cool guitars. Volume 2 continues Wright's incredible research and painstaking attention to d

The most complete, in-depth analysis of Metallica's guitar style ever! Examines the riffs, rhythm figures, solos, and harmony lines from nearly 50 top hits from Load, Reload, Garage, Inc. S&M, St. Ang

Titles include: "All I Wanna Do," "Soak Up the Sun," "My Favorite Mistake," "The First Cut Is the Deepest," "Everyday Is a Winding Road," "Leaving Las Vegas," "Strong Enough," "Light In Your Eyes," "