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The Gibson L5 (Paperback)

by Adrian Ingram (Author) "Orville Gibson was born in Chateaugay, New York in 1856..." (more)
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Product Description
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. Its strong, full, warm sound was an immediate and overwhelming success that turned the heads of makers, players and listeners alike. This book takes a look at its history and most famous players, from its creation, through the Norlin years, to its standing today as the world's most popular jazz guitar. With its stunning 16-page full-color photo section, this book is a must for every guitar enthusiast's collection! 8-1/2 inch. x 11 inch..

Product Details
  • Paperback: 112 pages
  • Publisher: Centerstream Publications (November 1, 1997)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1574240471
  • ISBN-13: 978-1574240474
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #650,469 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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