[Books on Gibson History]

On 2/4/2022 at 4:34 PM, kidblast said:

There is a story behind this book ME

I ordered a Chet Atknis Semi Hollow back in like 2001,     it was a very long wait,  (6/7 months)

One of Customer Service reps I came in contact with was excellent in communication w/me throughout. 

His first name was Justin as I recall, and he wouldn't just email, he would call me.  Finally the day came when called to say It's on it's way to you!

I sent a follow up email to CS thanking Justin specifically for working with me once it was all said and done. 

It must have gone up thru the ranks.  A few weeks later, I got this book in the mail with the note attached below.

here is the guitar..

I like to read history books, research and articles related to the history of music, the history of the creation of a guitar. In addition, I am interested in the history of civil wars that took place in different countries in the 20th century. At https://samploon.com/free-essays/civil-war/ I find a lot of useful and constructive information about the civil wars and their impact on European history.

Thanks for sharing this.

[Gibson Les Paul 5-string bass: History?]

On 11/6/2021 at 3:24 PM, Thomas Bonnett said:

Note that I previously posted this in a different forum but someone suggested I’d have better luck here. I’m new to the forums; forgive me.

 

 

In the late ‘90s I received, directly from Gibson Customer Service, the bass pictured here. This was a “service recovery” gesture by Gibson after a particularly-cringeworthy repair experience with a different bass. This guitar is stunning. Pictures don’t do the finish justice. It’s a “ten top” with a flame and depth that’s indescribable. I was told at the time that this bass was owned by none other than Les Paul’s own bassist, who for whatever reason returned it to the factory. Whether this is true or not I can’t say.  Note that I reached out via email to Nicki Parott, who played bass with Les Paul beginning around the year 2000, asking if she had any insights but she didn’t reply.

I find myself wanting to know more about the history, uniqueness and value of this guitar. I reached out to Gibson Customer Service twice this year and both times, when providing the serial number (91007780), the representatives insisted this is a one-off Tobias-brand bass. Clearly it’s not, and whether this is due to incorrect records at Gibson or my own failed translation of the serial number, I can’t say. I’m inclined to believe the error is Gibson’s since an online serial-number lookup reveals a manufacturing date of April 1997, which is spot-on.

During my most recent call to Customer Service the rep told me to email pictures of the bass to service@gibson.com for further investigation. This was five months ago and I received no response. (I also filled out the online Service form, and again: Nothing.) Can anyone tell me more about this bass? I have found similar instruments online, but nothing identical to this. Most similar basses have lesser-quality finishes. Five-string versions seem rare, at least of this quality. 

I’m a bit disappointed that Gibson, probably the most recognizable instrument brand in the world, apparently doesn’t check its Customer Service email or website form. I’m hoping someone is willing to go the extra mile to investigate the history of this unique, perhaps one-of-a-kind, instrument. Thanks.

 

History has always interested me, since school. I was interested not so much in the history of countries, kings and states, as in the history of things that surround us. I read several articles on the website and everyday history, about the history of guitars, for example, and realized that I want to do not only music, but also research the history of this or that guitar that falls into my hands.

The guitar looks incredible!

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[Truisms]

On 5/9/2021 at 1:13 PM, sparquelito said:

Exactly. 

We would go from, "What's for supper, Grandma?"   
to
"What's for supper?" 

 "Grandma."

 

😏

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It reminded me, too, of the stories of the Great Depression.

[WTH did you do today?]

On 7/23/2020 at 5:38 PM, btoth76 said:

Busy days.... I am working from home since 15th of March. I never thought it would be so exhausting psychically.  I kind of miss the office. But it is what it is. At least, I can dedicate more time to writing the sequel of my debut novel. 😄

Bence.

I absolutely agree with you. working at home is very psychologically tiring.

[WTH did you do today?]

I'm taking an online management course today.