About this title: In 1952 the first Gibson Les Paul solidbody electric guitar was made and 2002 will be the 50th anniversary of its creation. This book is a chronicle of the entire range of Gibson Les Paul guitars, the stories surrounding their creation and the artists (such as Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page and Eric Clapton) who played them. Made by the Gibson company, the Les Paul was the result of a collaboration with brilliant guitarist Les Paul, one half of the famous Les Paul and Mary Ford Duo. Every model is described and its different specifications unravelled, with colour photographs that reveal the complexity ...
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Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Backbeat Books
Date Published: 2002-04-01
ISBN-13:9780879307110ISBN:0879307110
Description: NEW. Softcover. From an inventory that is 100% brand-new, 100% direct from the publishers' distribution channel. We carry NO pre-owned, NO remaindered. We pack in CARDBOARD to ensure the pristine quality is maintained. (Bubble-wrap alone is NOT sufficient to protect from USPS equipment. ) Guaranteed brand-NEW, protected with CARDBOARD, your satisfaction is guaranteed. BKLUVID: 9780879307110. read more
Description: Collector Bookstore is a retailer of new books located in Leavenworth, Kansas. We specialize in price guides and reference books for the antiques and collectibles industry. The Gibson Company faced a dilemma in 1952: compete with Fender's increasingly popular solidbody electric guitars, or stick with the well-established acoustics and electric-acoustics. This book tells the story of Gibson's decision and the next 50 glorious years. In 1952, Les Paul--a pioneer of new electric guitar sounds and ... read more
Description: Like New. Book appears unread, but may have a publisher's mark or minor shelf wear. We are the Twin Cities' largest independent book store. d. read more
Description: Like New. Book appears unread, but may have a publisher's mark or minor shelf wear. We are the Twin Cities' largest independent book store. read more
Edition: 1st Edition
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Backbeat Books, San Francisco, California
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9780879307110ISBN:0879307110
Description: Near Fine. 11" x 8.50" 160 pages, numerous color photographs. A NEW UNREAD COPY. U.S. orders are shipped from our Lewiston, New York location. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: BACKBEAT BOOKS
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9780879307110ISBN:0879307110
Description: New. This exciting book documents the complete decade-by-decade story of one of the world's most important and influential electric guitars. The Gibson Les Paul turned 50 years old in 2002, and since its invention, its sweet, urgent sound has been used by... read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Backbeat Books
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9780879307110ISBN:0879307110
Description: New. This volume celebrates the golden anniversary of the solidbody guitar endorsed in 1952 by guitarist Les Paul. It explores the various models developed in each decade, revealing individual specifications and the unique qualities that led Paul to say, "... read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: BACKBEAT BOOKS
Date Published: 2002
ISBN-13:9780879307110ISBN:0879307110
Description: Published by Backbeat Books in 2002. Paperback. Number of pages: 160. Condition: Good. Used book but in Good Condition for sensible price. read more
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