In 1982 Fender revived an old guitar-string name for its new line of Japanese-made electric guitars. Millions of guitars later and celebrating its 30th anniversary Squier is almost as important to the company as the main Fender brand.THGuitar pundit Tony Bacon reveals the stories behind the original (and collectible) Japanese-made Squier Series models the way that Fender has often been more adventurous and experimental with Squier away from its protected main brand and the famous musicians who have chosen to play Squier instruments from Courtney Love and her Venus model to blink-182's Tom DeLonge and his one-pickup/one-control signature Stratocaster.THFull of the luscious pictures absorbing narrative and collector's data that characterize Bacon's best-selling instrument books ESquier ElectricsE is the only guide to one of the most popular guitar brands of recent times.

About the Author
Tony Bacon writes about music, musicians, and musical instruments. He is a co-founder of Backbeat UK and Jawbone Press. His many books include Million Dollar Les Paul, Totally Guitar, London Live, and The Ultimate Guitar Book.


Book Information
ISBN 9781617130229
Author Tony Bacon
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint Backbeat Books
Publisher Hal Leonard Corporation
Weight(grams) 671g
Dimensions(mm) 280mm * 216mm * 12mm