In what has to be one of the largest and most historic guitar collections to go to auction, 120 instruments from David Gilmour’s personal collection went up for sale recently at Christie’s in New York City, with all of Gilmour’s profits being donated to charity. Guitars at the heart of The Dark Side of the Moon, Wish […]
What You Should Know When Buying A Vintage Guitar There are many reasons why someone might opt for a vintage guitar over a brand new one. First off, vintage guitars are beautiful. Just take a look at this lovely 1968 Gibson J-50 below, with Brazilian Mahogany board and original case. For a 50 year old, […]
Well, The long-awaited appointment of the new CEO and president of Gibson has finally been announced. Replacing Henry Juszkiewicz, this guy ‘James “JC” Curleigh’ currently global president of clothing company Levi Strauss & Co, does seems to have more of the rock ‘n’ roll front to the business, which I think was lacking and hopefully, […]
Just check out these super videos, they show how Fender & Gibson guitars are made. These guitars have become synonymous with some of the greatest players of all time! Also, check out the really interesting video below showing the Gibson factory tour! Shawn Hammond is on location in Nashville, TN, where he visits the Gibson […]
Well we know so here at RGG, due to our constant flow of used instruments through the store and many to women. We’ve all seen the articles about the demise of the Gibson brand etc, etc, blag bla, bla. It’s loved too much and it ain’t gonna disappear! (Well we for one believe that is […]
We love guitars here at RGG, they are the mainstay of our business and as you know we specialise in some of the finest quality used instruments available. However, we came to realise that one of the most important areas that is often overlooked by guitar suppliers is that of replacement guitar parts. This is something […]
“Competing with the big box stores hasn’t been as challenging as it sounds.” Say what? (Maybe your reaction!) Let me explain: It’s a known fact that “Big box” retail stores are losing relevance, while e-commerce and specialty stores grow in appeal. An emerging theory has it that “Big box retail must shift its strategy – […]
Nair cast a clout till May is out!…That’s the saying we all know as we eagerly await the summer sunshine & excuse the seemingly endless dull days of winter & spring. Sunshine comes when it comes, so in the meantime, why not just stay in & look at the Tele! Check our our amazing range […]
Hi Muso Mates, welcome to the latest RGG blog. It seems to have been an unprecedentedly long winter, but spring has finally sprung, the sun is shining, the winter blues have been played and the summer of love is just around the corner. As sure as seasons change, music does the same, living in true […]
Here at RGG, we are constantly striving to keep our sales platform operating in a legitimate way, so we feel it is of great importance that we bring to your attention the new legislative ruling with regard to the buying, selling and exporting of guitars containing rosewood body parts I.E fingerboards, to areas beyond the […]