“Really Great Repairs”

We all know how important it is to give an optimum performance on our gigs, there are many important areas that we need to consider and hone to perfection, in order to get the best results and make the gig a real success, not least of which are respecting our trusty and much loved workhorses, […]

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Why Choose a Relic Guitar!

If you can’t tell the difference between a relic and a genuine road-worn guitar, it’s a job well done on behalf of the builder. Relic guitars are made to look worn, scratched, chipped and tattered even though they’re brand new. A relic finish, otherwise known as an ageing or distressing process, varies in outcome like […]

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“Happy Guitar, Happy Player, Happy Crowd”

As our country and indeed the world is locked into the awful consequences of the COVID-19 issue, we understand that all musicians are feeling the pinch, particularly with regard to all the music venues being unable to book acts and bands. We are all praying for an ease in the restrictions over the coming months […]

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‘Coronavirus Alert’

Whilst we are in total isolated lockdown, why not ease the pain and take a rather pleasant vertual walk through the pages of RGG. We cant offer you loo rolls or hand gel, but you’ll be given a free adrenaline shot of well being & of course you are welcome to bulk buy till your […]

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“Breaking News…It’s Official”

At Last, the long awaited and fantastic news that guitars containing rosewood parts will be permitted to trade cross borders in and outside the EU & ROW. Finally, we can all breathe a sigh of relief & get back to normal & exciting trading with our global customers! ********************************************************** CITES rules end for rosewood in musical […]

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Buying a Vintage Guitar

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, […]

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“Can’t wait for the first ‘Faded Denim’ Les Paul!”

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, […]

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*How Fender & Gibson Guitars Are Made*

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 […]

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