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The Beauty of the Burst: Gibson Sunburst Les Pauls from '58 to '60

by Yasuhiko Iwanade
RM88.52 MYR
The Beauty of the Burst: Gibson Sunburst Les Pauls from '58 to '60
The Beauty of the Burst: Gibson Sunburst Les Pauls from '58 to '60

Iconic Gibson Les Pauls—photos, history, collector's gem.

If you've ever dreamt of owning or simply appreciate the legendary Gibson Sunburst Les Pauls, this book is like a backstage pass to guitar heaven. Yasuhiko Iwanade has collected a treasure trove of images and minutiae that detail the beloved craftsmanship of these iconic instruments. It's a love letter to guitarists and collectors alike, filled with lush photography that might just make you feel the weight and history of each 'Burst in your hands.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Beauty of the Burst: Gibson Sunburst Les Pauls from '58 to '60

by Yasuhiko Iwanade
RM88.52 MYR
ISBN: 9780793573745
Authors: Yasuhiko Iwanade
Publisher: HAL LEONARD CORPORATION
Date of Publication: 1999-01-31
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Music, Personal Development, Art
Related Topics: Photography, Art History, Biography Memoir, Art
Goodreads rating: 4.46
(rated by 65 readers)

Description

Finally, the long-awaited English edition of this historic Japanese book is here! The Beauty of the Burst pays tribute to Gibson's magnificent Sunburst Les Pauls made between 1958 and 1960, the most highly prized solidbody electric guitars ever. The magnitude of their value is directly related to their look (outrageous wood patterns, or “figured” timber), since non-players are paying top dollar for them. The book features lavish full-color photos of these beautiful instruments throughout; the guitars of famous players; a foreword by Ted McCarty; a bio of the author, world renowned collector Yasuhiko Iwanade; and the “Science of the Burst” section with over 30 pages of detailed reference facts on every facet of the guitar, including colors, wood figure, pick-ups, hardware and qualities of “voice.” This may be the closest guitarists will ever be able to get to these incredibly collectible beauties! 216 pages, 8-1/2″ x 11″.
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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

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*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Iconic Gibson Les Pauls—photos, history, collector's gem.

If you've ever dreamt of owning or simply appreciate the legendary Gibson Sunburst Les Pauls, this book is like a backstage pass to guitar heaven. Yasuhiko Iwanade has collected a treasure trove of images and minutiae that detail the beloved craftsmanship of these iconic instruments. It's a love letter to guitarists and collectors alike, filled with lush photography that might just make you feel the weight and history of each 'Burst in your hands.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.