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He tells the story of their creation and the reasons they entered history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Full of beautiful, exclusive, photography, and presented in a sleek slipcase, this collection of historically significant guitars is enough to make the most jaded collector pale or the most occasional enthusiast definitely addicted!","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55896463343989,"sku":"9781788406321","price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781788406321_f7be2b95-7d95-4ca2-bc47-54bc316e499a.jpg?v=1786027198"},{"product_id":"9780228101185","title":"Guitars and Heroes","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn encyclopedia of more than 100 guitars and the musicians who have mastered them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuitars and Heroes\u003c\/em\u003e is organized by era, from the rockabilly pioneers to the guitar heroes of the future. Each chapter contains portraits of guitarists (past and present) and their favorite instruments. The authoritative text describes the musician's favored guitar or guitars and why they prefer them, often revealing a hidden facet of the musician's artistic approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial photo spreads include The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Van Halen, Prince, Billie Joe Armstrong, AC\/DC, Les Paul, anatomy of a Stratocaster, 5 Replica Guitars; Burst, the world's most expensive guitar; 5 Most Desirable Amplifiers, 5 Pedals That Changed the World, 5 Groundbreaking Sounds, The Chicago Blues in 5 Albums, 5 Essential Hard Rock Albums and 5 Design Gibson Mistakes.  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But like most virtuosos, Gallagher owned many noteworthy guitars, lap steels, and mandolins, 40 of which are featured in this breathtaking collection, along with selected amplifiers and effects pedals. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhotographed in cooperation with Bonhams before the 2024 auction of the collection, the gear spans Gallagher’s entire career and showcases instruments from all the major manufacturers. Exquisitely detailed photography of the instruments by guitar photographer Eleanor Jane is accompanied by authoritative text from guitar historian Julien Bitoun, including interview material with Rory's brother and manager, Dónal, as well as archival photography from the Gallagher family.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to the legendary ’61 Strat, \u003ci\u003eGallagher’s Guitars\u003c\/i\u003e includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1958 backup Stratocaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1966 Fender Telecaster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1959 Fender Esquire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1968 Martin D-35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1968 Gibson Les Paul Junior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1959 Gretsch Chet Atkins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1965 Airline “JB Hutto”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnd that’s just a small sampling. 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