Gibson introduced the unique hexagonal magnetic pickup technology at the end of 1935, and combined it with the arch surface design. 1936 On May 20th, Gibson produced ES- 150 (Electronic Spain) at its factory in Cramaso, Michigan.
Charlie Christian, a jazz musician who established the unique timbre of electric guitar, thought ES 150 was the best electric guitar until 1936, so that 60 years later, ES 150 was still considered as a patent of Charlie Christian. Some jazz musicians also think that the "Charlie Christian" pickup of ES 150 is by far the best jazz pickup.
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The success of ES- 150 is a double-edged sword, which establishes Gibson's leading position in the field of electric guitar production and also challenges Gibson how to surpass this milestone. Gibson's achievements ended here because of the suspension of production due to World War II.
1954, the tune-o-matic bridge was applied to Jylas Paul guitar, and it has been used as the standard bridge of Gibson electric guitar ever since. 1958, Macatee introduced two new concepts-semi-concentric electric guitar and a series of foreign and futuristic physical designs.
ES335 is eager for quick success and instant benefit, which combines the traditional arched piano body with the modern three-dimensional structure. Flying V, Explorer and Modern are considered to be works ten years ahead of that era. In 1960s, Gibson designed a bolder and more modern three-dimensional outline of electric guitar-61year double-slot SG, Firebird in' 63.
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