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Rhythm & Grooves: Guitar George - Aug. '11 Ex. 1

Gibson Theodore Standard in Vintage Cherry, Antique Natural, and Ebony.

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Previously available as a limited-edition guitar, this model was developed from original 1957 drawings discovered in the Gibson archives.

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Based on a completely original circuit, the Overdrive+ is designed to cover both classic overdrive and refreshingly different tones.

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Whether or not your guitar’s been frozen in its cryosleep case for the winter, you’ll want to take some steps to make sure it experiences a healthy thaw.

Managing your instrument’s humidity and temperature are important pieces of a year-round maintenance regimen.

Here in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, we’re going from the dry, cold conditions of winter to the warmer, humid conditions of spring. As you probably know, these fluctuations can impact the well-being of your beloved instruments. So, here are some tips from our team on how to effectively care for your acoustic guitars during these seasonal shifts.

Before delving into specific tips, it's crucial to understand how seasonal changes affect acoustic guitars. Wood, the primary material in our guitars, is highly responsive to variations in temperature and humidity. When exposed to dry and cold conditions, wood tends to contract, leading to potential issues like cracking and changes in playability. Warm and humid conditions can cause the wood to expand, resulting in swelling, warping, or changes in tone.

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