Burst Believers, Guitar

The term 'burst' has been used to describe a specific Gibson Les Paul guitar manufactured from 1958 to 1960. The impact of this guitar has and continues to shake the music world. For dozens of guitar idols who'veplayed it - and those fortunate enough to have owned one or more - the Gibson Les Paul Sunburst possesses a mystique and magic not found in any other electric guitar. With its unique sound, spectacular beauty andplayability, the burst has shaped the landscape of the blues/rock genre as we know it today.

The 'Burst Believers' in this book - Joe Bonamassa, Jimmy Page, Billy Gibbons, Kirk Hammett, Rick Nielsen, WaddyWachtel, Slash, Steve Lukather, the Burst Brothers and many more - have been kind enough to share their experiences and stories that you will enjoy reading. These recollections, plus hundreds of fantastic color photographsand a serial number index, make this book a 'must' for players and collectors everywhere.

'These guitars are the holy grail.' - Joe Bonamassa

'The burst has helped to create andestablish the rock sound loved by generations.' - Jimmy Page

'A modern-day Stradivarius.' - Kirk Hammett

'I cannot imagine a guitar more perfectly suited to my eyes, ears, handsand musical inclinations.' - Billy Squier