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Of an Epiphone "Casino Coupe" vintage sunburst electric guitar.
With one of the P-90 pickups right behind it.
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The bridge P-90T pickup of an Epiphone Casino Coupe electric guitar.
The P-90 is a single coil design by Gibson, introduced in the late 1940s / early 1950s.
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Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon Classic I DM1016A-SJ-BK on an
Epiphone Casino Coupe Vintage Sunburst electric guitar.
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Explored!
Several years ago, I was riding a 1985 Honda Shadow 500. That’s a tiny bike for a rather large fellow like me. I’m the guy who causes everyone to think my 1100C2 is a 750 until they see it apart from me. All my students ask me why I play guitars with such short scale length. Fact is, my green guitar is nearly a full inch longer than standard.
But, I digress.
On the 500, the grips hit my knees before I turned it all the way to the stops. My bottom ached after 40 miles and my back after 90. Nevertheless, I rode it as much as 500 miles in a single day several times, and put 18,000 miles on it in 2 years.
Allison didn’t just give me permission to get the 1100 when a bargain opportunity came ‘round, she practically made me upgrade. I’ve been extremely happy with that bike. It has taken me through the mountains West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee and NC, Texas hill country, along the coast, through cornfields of central Pennsylvania and Western New York, through the bayous of South Louisiana, and the Vineyards of Ontario, and all points between.
It is a musical instrument at any tempo, but at 70mph, on an open country highway, it plays all the parts. It’s the soundtrack to real-time, live action film in 3 dimensions, and a G-force theme park where you don’t stand in line for 90 minutes for a 90 second coaster ride.
In July, it will take me the length of Tennessee, across the river and into the Southwest for a week in Santa Fe, before carrying me across Arizona, and north to San Francisco then turning back east, through Yosemite and toward home.
I’ve been planning this trip in my mind since early spring, first thinking through proper, most-likely-successful approaches to getting permissions not to be places where I’m supposed to be at times when I’m supposed to be there. Then maps, itineraries, travel needs, etc. What things made me stop last year at Wal-marts in obscure little towns after dark, and how can I anticipate those things this time?
All this background thinking and planning and dreaming and imagining obtaining an actual touring bike rather than taking 6000-mile trips on a cruiser. My dream is an R1200GS and that’s what’s been playing in the back of my mind all week. I mentioned it to fellow who was admiring my Shadow at the top of the driveway, and he told me the State Patrol had switched to Hondas and there were some R1200s at the State Surplus.
Ha! So I got online and looked for those bikes. A simple surplus search turned into 90 minutes as I browsed about the world looking for affordable un-affordable BMWs.
By Saturday, I’d become so obsessed that I’d made it my primary (read, “only”) vehicle. Gas is projected to be over $5 by august, and I can’t afford to drive my truck anymore. If I could sell my truck…
… I was acting like a child dreaming.
Saturday night I dreamt about it all and by Sunday morning, I was doing budget calculations as to how to make it work. I’d sold my truck, a couple guitars, my Shadow 1100 and two of the kids by the time Jack banged on my bedroom door to wake me. When I heard his voice, I was still working out a calculation, and said, “hold on a sec, Jack.” He persisted. “Just a minute, I said.” A third shout, and I realized that I was dreaming and he needed me to take him to sound check.
When I did get up, I realized I still had my red truck, green bike, both my silver and green guitars, and all three kids.
Sheesh, what kinda guy would sell his kids to get a motorcycle?
Not to mention that I’ve been trying to acquire Sienna from Hippyhappyhay!
No wonder I need to get away.
Ray Gerold #1 Bourbon Deluxe. A Thinline Telecaster without F-Hole. Wiegt quasi garnichts.
Ray Gerold handwound "Bourbon" pickups, single-coil shaped Humbuckers with coilsplit.
Leo Fender arguably defined the electric guitar with guitars that he designed in the 1950s in Fullerton California, USA.
This guitar is based upon a much later G&L guitar that Leo also designed, but this ASAT Classic Tribute was made in Indonesia.
Next image of my newly hand made 3 string cigar box guitar.
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Almost Ready
With a conditional setup already being performed with the original strings, my new Squier 40th Anniversary Vintage Edition Strat is ready to take new strings after I completed the fret finishing. Once strung, all I needed to do was some fine tuning intonation and bridge floating. What a fantastic sounding, and playing guitar, this Squier is truly incredible.
Canon M100
Canon EF-M 28mm f/3.5 macro
1/50th sec
f/5.6
iso 800
34/365
"If you talk bad about country music, it's like saying bad things about my momma. Them's fightin' words." Dolly Parton
We got this guitar as a set for home assembly. The body was not painted and the neck didn't quite fit onto the body but we (my son and I) managed to get it done. We may dis-assemble and work on the headstock to make it nicer looking at some point. The surprising thing is that It actually sounds like a Tele and it even stays in tune now after some weeks of retuning at least daily. Intonation etc migt also be off but we are learning and will get into shape practising with/on this axe.
Strobist: Elinchrom BRX 500 x 2 with gridded strips from front 45 degrees camera left and right. 1 Dlite1 with gridded beautydish from above. 1Dlite 1 and 1 Quadra ranger eco ringflash on the background. Too many lights :) and not enough time.
Nikkor 50f1.4 at f 8
My second guitar build, this is a three string cigar box guitar using a Montecristo cigar box. I made this a shorter 23" scale neck so that it was more proportionate to the size of the box. It has a Piezo pickup inside under the bridge and a single coil neck pickup. I also installed a three way toggle switch for the pickup selection and a single volume control. I used a brass butt hinge for the tailpiece and made the bridge from a piece of oak and a bit of fret wire.
I bought some original 1930's 'Traveler' cigar labels on eBay and used one on here.
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A new tremolo (Wilkinson WV6) and new pickups from Seymoure Duncan (Quarter Pounder) made a superbe axe out of a budget guitar. Pickguard, saddle, pots, knobs and switch are all new.
GALAXIE S/N I100547. The guitar features Double Cutaway, Black with red design, Circa 2003.
Indie Guitars was formed in the UK in 2002, by Keith Willis and Ian Carnell.
body made of zebranowood (one peace). neck also made of zebrano. Tremolo from Wilkinson and pickups from Alexander Pibora (hand wound single coils).
From top to bottom: Chopper/Fast Track 2/Evolution Pickups parked under Ernie Ball Slinky Cobalt strings and hiding in plain sight on a 2002 Amber Quilted Maple Ibanez SA160. And YES...SHE SCREAMS!!
From top to bottom: DiMarzio Chopper/Fast Track 2/Evolution pickups parked under Ernie Ball Slinky Cobalt strings and hiding in plain sight on a 2002 Amber Quilted Maple Ibanez SA160. And YES...SHE SCREAMS!!
One of the lifetime dreams I will complete this year is to learn one of the hardest songs I’ve ever been inspired by: Eric Johnson’s Cliffs of Dover. I’ve gotten through the song before, but never at the full speed- and speed and accuracy are the name of the game in any of Eric’s Songs.
I’ve chased this song for years- wanting to learn it after being inspired by it from the moment I first heard it. It will be a great excuse to get back into the studio- and maybe even start recording some of my original works again.
Here’s to a great musical year!!
Theme: Music To My Ears
Year Seven Of My 365 Project
Today’s Guitar Tuesday was brought to you by the music of Mr. Stevie Ray Vaughan. The man had so much soul and an amazing ability to not only play the blues, but walk you through them- to enable the listener to feel what he felt as he played. It hurts to play some of his songs for the memories attached and for the feelings that come out when playing- but that’s what good music is all about!
Theme: Music To My Ears
Year Eight Of My 365 Project
This photo is dedicated to leahjoy and her new frweeend, Frank.
Not only does Leahjoy remind me that guitars are not merely tools, but she also wears Chucks. If I weren't 30 years older, I'd swear we were fraternal twins. (she's also a Switchfoot fan!)
So I'd like to introduce leahjoy and her new frweeend, Frank to two of my friends, Ty, and Ty Jr. Ty is green and Ty Jr. is purple. They represent my outside color (Ty) and my inside color (Ty Jr.)
Ty is 3/4" longer and so sings a 4th lower than Ty Jr.
Ty looks great with Khakis or green cargo pants, whilst Ty Jr. works well with black, and especially black Allstars.
What you’re looking at is more than just a guitar—it’s a masterclass in vintage design, modern craftsmanship, and tonal precision. This close-up showcases the unmistakable curves and creamy yellow finish of a Fender Stratocaster, one of the most iconic electric guitar silhouettes in music history. But what truly sets this particular model apart is its maple neck with scalloped frets—a feature beloved by virtuosos for the way it allows expressive bends, subtle vibrato, and effortless speed.
Scalloped fretboards are rare by design. Unlike standard frets, scalloping involves carving out the wood between the frets to create a shallow U-shape. The result is a playing experience where your fingers only contact the strings, not the fingerboard, giving you more control with less effort. Though originally popularized by players like Yngwie Malmsteen in the ‘80s shred era, scalloped necks have become a symbol of elite custom instruments—favored by those who demand finesse and flair in equal measure.
The light, vintage-tinted finish nods to Fender’s golden age in the 1950s and early ‘60s, when Leo Fender’s original vision revolutionized the music industry. The Stratocaster’s contoured body, bolt-on neck, and triple single-coil pickup layout became the blueprint for generations of electric guitars. But this version adds a twist of modernity with its scalloped neck—combining retro style with a highly specialized performance edge.
Whether you're a collector, a tone chaser, or just someone who appreciates the beauty of well-worn wood and chrome, this guitar is a conversation starter and a player’s dream. It’s hanging on display now, but it’s ready to sing in the right hands.
This extraordinary electric guitar is a rare blend of music, fine art, and Japanese cultural heritage. Displayed proudly in a Tokyo boutique, this Telecaster-style guitar features a meticulously detailed body graphic inspired by Katsushika Hokusai’s "Thirty-Six Views of Mount Fuji", specifically the lesser-seen “South Wind, Clear Sky” or "Red Fuji" print. The bold gradient from indigo sky to volcanic crimson peaks is rendered with remarkable precision, transforming the guitar into a playable canvas.
While the body retains classic Telecaster hardware and electronics—two single-coil pickups, a control plate with chrome knobs, and a three-saddle bridge—the real showstopper is the custom finish. The wood grain subtly shows through the edges, grounding the art in natural tonewood craftsmanship. The juxtaposition of a centuries-old ukiyo-e masterpiece with a modern electric guitar form speaks volumes about the intersection of tradition and innovation in Japanese design.
This guitar wasn’t mass-produced—it’s likely a limited run or one-off custom model, possibly by Fender Japan or a high-end Japanese luthier specializing in art guitars. Japan has a deep reverence for both fine woodworking and musical instruments, and this piece beautifully reflects that harmony.
Guitars like this are rarely seen outside Japan, and when they are, they tend to become collector’s centerpieces. Whether displayed or played, it’s a conversation piece that merges visual storytelling with tonal versatility.
Perfect for photographers, collectors, or musicians drawn to the fusion of aesthetics and sound, this is more than an instrument—it’s a tribute to Japanese culture through a rock-and-roll lens.
My strat. Its easy to play this thing. I love it. I need to give her some new strings too.
50mm f/1.4
sb-26 snoot grid cam right, yn460 snooted under headstock. fired via Cactus V4
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At A Glance:
The Epiphone Les Paul Melody Maker E1 brings you the most affordable Les Paul ever! Lightweight, stripped back and simple with a poplar body, bolt-on neck and ceramic singlecoil pickup set, the Les Paul Melody Maker E1 is both the perfect beginner’s guitar, as well as a cracking little addition to the armoury for even the most seasoned axe-slinger.
Make no mistake, this isn’t a toy, this is a full size Les Paul built to a superb degree of quality for this price range. The Epiphone ceramic singlecoil pickups provide plenty of everything from clean chime to dirty, distorted bite for your first forays into any style of music, making it great for the beginner with any style in mind.
Traveler (TM) Pro Series electric/acoustic guitar, pocket studio, mini amp, micro-amp and assorted accessories...
Ray Gerold #1 Bourbon Deluxe. A Thinline Telecaster without F-Hole. Wiegt quasi garnichts.
Ray Gerold handwound "Bourbon" pickups, single-coil shaped Humbuckers with coilsplit.
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Product photography practice.
Ibanez S540LTD limited addition electric guitar.
Two 550ex speedlites were used.
*side note: Ibanez is a Japanese company, but this guitar was made in their HollyWood, CA custom shop facility. This facility produced many prototypes that would become production models but the guitars that were actually made there hold special significance. Behind the neck joint "H&S" is stamped on the body of the guitar to signify "Heart and Soul", as this facility was known as the heart and soul of the company.
Lifetime Dream # 55 of my list of 155: I will have a collection of the guitar string ends that I have used over the years, showcasing the amount of playing I have done. I will have one decanter filled with electric ends and acoustic string ends. I will etch the glass decanter, and keep them for display in my studio.
Many of my Lifetime Dreams are collections of things that basically sum up to an accomplishment. I always wanted some form of collection to show how much I have played on the guitar, and the ends of the guitar strings seemed a fairly logical example. I am absolutely in love with the Fender Super Bullet strings, using both .10 and .11 gauge strings (depending on the guitar). These are specifically designed to fit in the tail piece of the Fender Guitars, but I still love to use them on all my other guitars.
While the shot does not capture the size of the decanter, it is a wonderful Pottery Barn glass. It will take quite a lot of playing to fill this up, and at around $5 a pack of Strings, a lot of money too. Not all dreams are cheap or happen overnight, right?