![]() ![]() The coverless humbucking pickups and Slash’s ‘Skully’ logo on the truss-rod cover (a plain one is also included in the case should you wish) serve to emphasise the fact that these are instruments created with the expressed intention of rocking out at a very senior level.Įven the J-45’s – for decades Gibson’s venerable acoustic workhorse- have a streetfighter feel to them with their brooding ’burst finishes (November and Vermillion only in this case), Grover machine heads and visibly meaty necks. While Appetite Burst and November Burst are lovingly blended takes on a faded lemon and a dark-edged tobacco burst respectively, Vermillion Burst (a rich crimson) and Anaconda Burst (an inescapable shade of green) may not be immediately obvious choices for the average Les Paul fan. Why? Because you deserve it.Ĭlick Here to learn more about what makes a Wildwood instrument so special.The contrast between the genteel surroundings and the obvious rock ‘n’ roll leanings of this collection is most apparent in the array of nitrocellulose finish options available. Each and every instrument we sell includes a full, point by point setup, an exhaustive evaluation, and expert shipping procedures, with first class, industry leading standards from start to finish. It's a fitting tribute to Slash's growing legacy as a guitar hero, and we have no doubt it will carry you off to the paradise city after one strum.Ģ Custom Burstbucker Alnico II HumbuckersĪn instrument from Wildwood isn't just an ordinary guitar. We're proud to showcase the Slash Les Paul Standard. It's all there: the snarl and chime of the bridge pickup, the thickness and richness of the neck pickup, and the sweet, singing quality that made his tone so iconic. However, the new Custom Burstbucker Alnico II Humbuckers pickups are perhaps the most exciting part of these guitars because they nail his sound so well. As a result, these guitars play beautifully, and they have jaw-dropping, drool-inducing looks. Each of these guitars sports a sweet finish Slash-approved finish over a gorgeous AAA flamed maple top and an uber-comfy '50s Vintage neck profile. Since Slash is perhaps the greatest Les Paul-slinging icon of the modern era, Gibson really pulled out all the stops for the Slash Les Paul Standard. These guitars capture the essence of Slash's swagger and style, and they are absolute sonic titans. Now, our friends at Gibson have honored Slash by giving him his very own line of guitars called The Slash Collection. Slash has a long and storied history of collaboration with Gibson Guitars, and together they have released over a dozen Slash Signature models. ![]() His solos on legendary tracks like November Rain, Welcome to the Jungle, and Paradise City reached the stratosphere of rock shredulation and exposed countless impressionable young minds (this writer included) to the transformative powers of rock guitar. Wildwood's favorite member of the one-word name club is undoubtedly Slash, the incendiary lead guitarist for legendary rock icons Guns 'n' Roses. Grammys are nice, and platinum records are cool, but the true measure of a musician's success is whether or not they are identifiable by one word.
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