Jimi Hendrix Epiphone FT79 1951

This guitar was in Hendrix’s possession the longest and was used for recording all his UK releases and albums, it can be heard on those famous opening chords on ‘All Along The Watchtower’ and can be seen on You Tube where Hendrix is playing a version of the Elvis hit Hound Dog! The guitar will…

Prince – The Cloud Guitar

As used in 1993 in the New Power Generation Act 1 & 2 Tour.  Managed to review this guitar prior to auction at Bonhams Knightsbridge.  An interesting guitar from a build point of view…..   This guitar will feature in a forthcoming FF book.

Paul Kossoff 1959 Les Paul as used in Free

I am traveling to the North East of England for what is perhaps the last chance to get a close look at a guitar that belonged to the late Paul Kossoff of Free. The owner, Arthur Ramm has very kindly allowed me to have a look in detail at the guitar. Gibson did a tribute…

Eric Stewart/Mick Ralphs Les Paul TV 1959

Les Paul TV previously owned by Eric Stewart of 10CC and Mick Ralphs of Bad Company. The Les Paul Junior was introduced in 1954 with a dark brown-over yellow lacquer giving intense shading on this entry/student model guitar. Les Paul and Mary Ford were extremely popular stars of the day and had their own TV…

Hollies (Eric Haydock – Bass)

I was asked by Eric to service this bass and take a look at the electrics because the volume pot was working intermittently.  The trus rod needed slight adjustment but other than that it is lovely to see this guitar in such great condition.  See this old clip to appreciate how well it has stood…