(Guitar). The term "burst" has been used to describe a specific Gibson
Les Paul guitar manufactured from 1958 to 1960. The impact of this
guitar has and continues to shake the music world. For dozens of guitar
idols who've played it and those fortunate enough to have owned one or
more the Gibson Les Paul Sunburst possesses a mystique and magic not
found in any other electric guitar. With its unique sound, spectacular
beauty and playability, the burst has shaped the landscape of the
blues/rock genre as we know it today. The Burst Believers in this book
Joe Bonamassa, Jimmy Page, Billy Gibbons, Kirk Hammett, Rick Nielsen,
Waddy Wachtel, Slash, Steve Lukather, the Burst Brothers and many more
have been kind enough to share their experiences and stories that you
will enjoy reading. These recollections, plus hundreds of fantastic
color photographs and a serial number index, make this book a "must" for
players and collectors everywhere. "These guitars are the holy grail."
Joe Bonamassa "The burst has helped to create and establish the rock
sound loved by generations." Jimmy Page "A modern-day Stradivarius."
Kirk Hammett "I cannot imagine a guitar more perfectly suited to my
eyes, ears, hands and musical inclinations." Billy Squier
