The Forgotten Martin

Plus, Happy Birthday, James Jamerson [View this email in your browser] [Reverb News] [The Forgotten Martin LD-18: Made In Sweden] Most guitar aficionados are firmly aware of rarer American-made Martin models like the D-45. Few would guess one of the rarest production models to wear a Martin badge was built long after the company’s pre-war glory days, and it wasn't made by American hands. Why? [READ MORE ››] [Laminate vs. Solid Wood] Common knowledge would suggest that beginner players would choose a laminate guitar while professionals would opt for a high-end, entirely solid-wood instrument. But, as you’ll see, there are more factors at play here than simply price point.[READ MORE ››] [Video: Legendary Producer Chris Lord-Alge] One of the most prolific engineers of all time, Lord-Alge has worked with legions of stars like Prince, Bruce Springsteen, Cheap Trick, and Carly Simon. Renowned for his pioneering use of compression, Lord-Alge shares a few tips on recording and his philosophy in the studio. Did we mention he personally owns 22 Urei 1176s? [READ MORE ››] [Jake Shimabukuro Plays "Eleanor Rigby" on a Ukulele ] Jake Shimabukuro has made a name for himself by shredding classic covers on the ukulele. Not only does he perform one of the coolest renditions of “Eleanor Rigby” we’ve ever heard, he also speaks the importance of art and music in society. [WATCH NOW ››] [Fresh On Reverb] [NAMM 2017 Was About The Singer-Songwriter] [NAMM 2017 Was About The Singer-Songwriter] Brad Jackson, Juan Kyle, and Nigel Hendroff unleash the result of their stompbox collaboration. [Soul's Unsung Guitarist: Steve Cropper Reflects on the Stax Years] [Soul's Unsung Guitarist: Steve Cropper Reflects on the Stax Years] It isn't all about frontman fame – it's about being a part of something bigger than yourself. [Video: Australia's Ormsby Guitars Shows Off New Line] [Video: Australia's Ormsby Guitars Shows Off New Line] This Australian carpenter-turned-luthier is making waves with boutique, hand-built Ormsby Guitars. [Interview: Violinist Boyd Tinsley of Dave Matthews Band at NAMM] [Interview: Violinist Boyd Tinsley of Dave Matthews Band at NAMM] Dave Matthews Band violinist Boyd Tinsley stopped by the Reverb.com booth at NAMM 2017! Boyd talked to Joe about how he got into violin, and how he writes music with DMB. [Happy Birthday, James Jamerson] “I started listening to other bass players mainly Motown. As time went on, James Jamerson became my hero... because he was so good and melodic.” - Paul McCartney As a session musician, Jamerson wasn’t visible in the way members of famous touring bands were. However, James Jamerson might be the most influential bassist of all time. Join us in celebrating his birthday by trying to recreate the tone and feel of one of the greats. [WATCH NOW ››] Copyright © 2017 Reverb.com, LLC, All rights reserved. 3345 N Lincoln Ave. Chicago, IL 60657 | (888) 726-2728 [reverb.com] [unsubscribe from this list] [update subscription preferences]