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'veplayed 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 andplayability 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 WaddyWachtel 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 photographsand 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 andestablish 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 handsand musical inclinations.” – Billy Squier
