He's probably played countless gigs, for hours (way more than me), since the 60's, with a Les Paul slung over his shoulder. He might have back, shoulder, and/or neck problems too.
I saw the Premier Guitar Rig Rundown video, with the ultra light guitars. Wouldn't mind knowing how he's getting that overdriven rhythm part either. He could have arthritis, carpal tunnel problems, chronic tendinitis, who knows? Maybe that's why he's gone down to 7's, maybe not. Stevie Ray Vaughan posed with a Tokai Springy Sound on the cover of his 1983 album Texas Flood, and Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top was spotted with his Tokai Strat. How does Billy Gibbons get that tastey sound for the solo sections of 'La Grange' (besides using a Mexican Peso as a pick and being Billy Gibbons) I'm talking guitar, amp and everything in between. Its instruments have been used by guitarists like Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Walsh, Billy Gibbons ZZ Top, Dean Wareham Moon or Robert Fripp of King Crimson. He's also getting up in age, but like me (not comparing my playing to his), he might not like talking much about, or being reminded of his physical problems frequently, or a lot. Tokai Gakki Co., Ltd.,' or commonly are known as 'Tokai Guitars Company' is a Japanese guitar company founded in 1947. He probably very rarely ever breaks a string.
I ship GUITARS with DHL EXPRESS including an EXTRA INSURANCE.Īll local taxes and toll when living outside EU, are paid by the buyer.One thing, if you watch Billy Gibbons play closely, even years ago, you can tell he has a light touch. Was made between 2015-2018 but that is just my guess. I am considering selling it and can be contacted at if you are interested. For those of you that know the history of the Tokai 58 Les Paul, it is considered the 'ultimate Les Paul' because of the build quality and tone. I have sent emails to the Tokai company in Japan but they do not answer more than an automatic email saying that they have received my email. Same guitar played by Billy Gibbons, Stevie Ray Vaughn and Joe Walsh. I do not know what year the guitar was made. It will be sent in the original cardboard box that it was sent in from the Tokai factory in Japan to EuropeīUT, with extra bubble wrap around the guitar inside the box. Note! The guitar is delivered without a guitar case or a gigbag. Tokai used it in their adverts with the label showing. Billy Gibbons playing a Tokai Love Rock Thread starter HRydarcik Start date H. Steve Ray Vaughan played a Tokai Springy Sounds Stratocaster On Texas Flood The iconic cover photoof Texas Flood is a Tokai with the label covered over. Weight, guitar: 3,990kg (as shown in photos) standard24 said: I once saw Roy Buchanan playing a Tokai Telecaster. Neck: Mahogany one piece set-neck deep joint Having been played by the likes of Stevie Ray Vaughan, Joe Walsh, Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top and Robert Fripp of King Crimson, Tokai have developed a reputation for building high quality replicas of famous guitars for a much lower price, and this guitar is no exception. "Tokai Gakki Co., Ltd.,", or as it is more commonly known, "Tokai Guitars Company", is a Japanese guitar manufacturer founded in 1947. Never heard of Tokai guitars before? Don't let that put you off. An affordable Les Paul that plays just like a real one - awesome! There's a reason these guitars have a name with those in the know - they sound great! This guitar also looks amazing with its flamed top. This guitar is in mint condition, as new, no scratches, no dings, no nothing, just as new.įeaturing a mahogany body with a maple + top and a set maple neck with a rosewood fingerboard, this guitar has a strong fundamental LP tone.