An audio-visual guide to Stratocasters, Telecasters and more. The Totally Interactive Fender Bible is a two-part set, comprising a DVD on which author Dave Hunter and former XTC guitarist Dave Gregory demonstrate a litany of vintage and modern Fender guitars and amplifiers and a reference book full of information about and pictures of the complete Fender range. The DVD also includes a host of special features and music files that will show you how to get the best out of Teles, Strats, Jazzmasters, Mustangs and more.
Formed in 1973 by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young, AC/DC has become one of the most popular rock ’n’ roll bands in history. This massive new title follows the band from its roots in Sydney, Australia, to its most recent releases and sold-out world tours. No stone is left unturned, from the AC/DC’s formation and early club gigs to its astounding worldwide success. A special cover incorporating Angus on a spinning disc gives way to more than 400 illustrations include handbills, posters, backstage passes, and vinyl from around the globe, as well as rare candid and performance photography. Sidebars from top rock scribes examine all studio releases and delve into the guitar gear of the Young brothers. The result is an awesome tribute to the band renowned for a live-wire stage show and a sonic attack that have attracted fans from all rock camps Contributors include: Phil Sutcliffe Joe Bonomo Danie Bukszpan Jen Jewel Brown Anthony Bozza Garth Cartwright Ian Christe David Dunlap Andrew Earles Dave Hunter James McNair Martin Popoff Sylvie Simmons Bill Voccia
This DVD-and-book set honors the fabled Gibson electric guitar. In the DVD, renowned player Carl Verheyen and guitar historian Dave Hunter delve into the ax's rich history while demonstrating examples of well-known models using period amps and modern high-end boutique combos. They trade licks on a number of Gibson's definitive Les Paul models, explore the semi-acoustic range (including the 335), and showcase more exotic examples from Firebirds to Flying Vs. The reference book is packed with information and pictures covering the complete Gibson range.
(Book). Tom Wheeler, author of the landmark Stratocaster Chronicles (9780634056789), a book that covered the first 50 years of the Strat, now has delivered the perfect companion book to any guitar player's book collection. Stratocaster Continues features the same award-winning layout, and high-production aspects of Stratocaster Chronicles , creating a beautiful and inspiring journey covering the past 10 years of the Strat. Featuring stunning color photography throughout, Wheeler uses his industry insider connections to bring the words and insights from Fender executives, famous luthiers, and world-renowned guitarists to the millions of Strat fans worldwide. Topics include the 60th Anniversary guitars, Eric Johnson models, Pure Vintage, the re-creation of Clapton's Brownie, the American Standard re-do, and more. These models are pictured and explained in great detail, as well as stories are told on how this guitar continues to rank as one of the most important inventions of modern times, continuing to inspire players and fans everywhere.
Whenever you hear the prevalent wailing blues harmonica in commercials, film soundtracks or at a blues club, you are experiencing the legacy of the master harmonica player, Little Walter. Immensely popular in his lifetime, Little Walter had fourteen Top 10 hits on the R&B charts, and he was also the first Chicago blues musician to play at the Apollo. Ray Charles and B.B. King, great blues artists in their own right, were honored to sit in with his band. However, at the age of 37, he lay in a pauper's grave in Chicago. This book will tell the story of a man whose music, life and struggles continue to resonate to this day.
With Let Your Light Shine you can encourage and inspire children to shine bright for Jesus! Based on Matthew 5, this devotional and workbook will help children have fun while learning new Bible verses and focusing on the love of Jesus. ✓Devotionals ✓Bible Verses ✓Prayers ✓Activities & Challenges ✓Fun & Creative Great for parents and grandparents who wish to see their children grow in the Lord. Perfect fo use at home, in Christian schools, and in Christian Daycares.
(Book). This third in a series of hardcover books joins the award-winning titles The Stratocaster Chronicles and The Soul of Tone by author/historian Tom Wheeler. In nearly 600 pages, The Dream Factory features hundreds of full-color photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limited-edition handcrafted guitars. Learn how the Fender Custom Shop, originally intended to employ just two master craftsmen, grew into the most prolific custom instrument shop in the music industry. Features: * Foreword by Billy F Gibbons * More than 630 images illustrating the first master builders and their humble beginnings through the many changes up to present-day operations. Includes many one-of-a-kind custom guitar masterpieces and reproductions of acclaimed guitarists' instruments, such as Eric Clapton's "Blackie," Jimi Hendrix's Monterey Strat, Stevie Ray Vaughan's No. 1, and many more. A must-have for all guitar enthusiasts! * Unprecedented view inside one of the music industry's most creative custom instrument shops, revealing how playable works of art are created * Fascinating interviews with the shop's founders, most of the first-generation Master Builders, all of the current Master Builders, other key craftspeople, sales representatives, artists' guitar techs, marketers, executives, guitarists, and many of the graphic artists, woodcarvers, jewelers, pinstripers, graffiti artists, pearl-inlay specialists, and others who have partnered with the Master Builders to create art works of stunning beauty
The Guitar Amp Handbook: Understanding Tube Amplifiers and Getting Great Sounds, Updated Edition brings fresh information to the table to help guitarists understand everything about what makes their amps tick and how to use them to sound better than ever. It builds on the popular original edition of the book, first published in 2005. Central to the book's success is the way it walks musicians through the significance of each crucial circuit stage and component of a great number of classic and modern tube amp designs, helping guitarists get the most from the amps they already own or choose new amps that are best suited to their needs. The Guitar Amp Handbook reveals many of the tips and tricks used by today's top designers and builders, and it debunks the hype used by the marketing departments at large manufacturers keen on selling specific amps that might not be right for particular players. The book is designed to help guitarists understand what really goes on inside tube amps and where the tone comes from. This new updated and expanded edition adds further knowledge to the foundation, ensuring it continues as the most thorough and authoritative publication on the subject to be found anywhere.
Thirty Days of Encouragement for the Fender Benders in Your Life is dedicated to the downtrodden, depressed, and those who have given up on life or are too tired to care. Everyone is a work in progress and as Christians, we all need each other, whether we like each other or not. As we reconcile ourselves within the Body of Christ, we become the army that the Lord needs to achieve His most important objective within the earth, (see Habakkuk 2:14). What is a fender bender? It is a minor collision between two automobiles. Each person reading this may be sitting there thinking that what has happened to him or her is no fender bender. Of course, there is enormous tragedy in this world that is much greater than a fender bender. Those can be called major collisions. There is, however, hope and comfort in the word of God for all things. If we view some of the less tragic events with a different perspective, we will see that they are fender benders. Most of the things that have such an emotional effect on us will not matter in a few months. Thirty Days of Encouragement for the Fender Benders in Your Life will help the reader see the magnitude of Gods love and His heart for you, His dear child. Thirty Days of Encouragement for the Fender Benders in Your Life may be used as a springboard of hope and healing for the challenges faced each day.