On Tuesday, guitar giants Gibson announced a partnership with Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards, with the Keith Richards 1960 ES-355 Collector’s Edition, Signed Guitar and Label, and the Keith Richards 1960 ES-355, Signed Label. According to a representative at Gibson, the guitars had sold out just two hours after the announcement was made.
"Developed in close collaboration with Richards himself, these guitars represent a rare opportunity for fans and collectors alike to own a signed replica of one of Keith’s best-loved and most recognizable guitars," a company press release reads.
"960 ES-355 Collector’s Edition, Signed Guitar and Label have been produced and will be available exclusively worldwide on Gibson.com and at the Gibson Garage in Nashville and London. These guitars have been signed both on the f-hole label by Keith Richards and on the back of the headstock. Additionally, 100 of the Keith Richards 1960 ES-355, Signed Label—signed by Keith Richards on the f-hole label only—will be available at Gibson Garage locations, authorized Gibson Custom dealers, and globally on Gibson.com."
“This is my standard-tuning six-string; this is the other side of my thing,” Keith Richards explains, “My six-string stuff has always been, you know, a great Gibson—that’s where I feel the most comfortable. And also with the sound. Put it through just about any amp, and it will sound the way you want it, because this has so much more room for expression.”
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