A behind-the-scenes account of the Fender Electric Instrument Company by its former general manager. White traces the company’s entire history, from Leo Fender’s beginnings as a radio repairman up to the eventual sale of Fender to CBS, and beyond. Includes stories about the development of the Telecaster, Precision Bass, and Stratocaster, as well as insights into Leo Fender’s unique personality. It is packed with more than 100 historic photos and illustrations, instrument diagrams and specifications, and anecdotes about artists such as Merle Travis, Bob Wills, Speedy West, and Tex Ritter. 7-1/4″ x 9-1/4″.
Author: Forrest White
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Backbeat Books
Published: 05/01/1994
Pages: 276
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 9.37h x 7.47w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9780879303099
Language: English
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