134 - How the Gibson Hummingbird Changed the World

<p>★ All show notes and links: https://acousticlife.tv/at134</p> <p>★ Get the show: https://tonypolecastro.com/get-acoustic-tuesday</p> <p>The Gibson Hummingbird is one of the most iconic guitars in the world. From it's breathtaking design to its innovative construction, there's an aesthetic and comfortable quality that is unmatched by other guitars. Find out why everyone from Billy Joe Armstrong to Keith Richards plays the Gibson Hummingbird.</p> <p>This entire episode is dedicated to talking about the Gibson Hummingbird. I want to celebrate one of the most eye-catching guitars and talk about alternatives that still hold up to the Gibson Hummingbird.</p> <p>To start this Hummingbird themed episode, I want to talk about the TOP 5 reasons why you should at least consider playing a Gibson Hummingbird.</p> <p>Reason #1: All current Gibson Acoustics are made right here in Bozeman, MT</p> <p>Now, I'm currently living in Bozeman, so there's a little bit of a bias, but I still think this is significant. The Bozeman factory has a very high standard for production, especially when making as many guitars as they do!</p> <p>Supporting the local economy and builders/technicians in my community is always a plus. Be sure to watch the episode to see the inside look at Gibson's Bozeman factory!</p> <p>Reason #2: Gibson's flagship square-shouldered dreadnought is the Gibson Hummingbird</p> <p>Before 1960, there wasn't a Gibson square-shouldered dreadnought that was mass-produced. Martin seemed to dominate the market prior to 1960, but when the Gibson Hummingbird came out, it changed the market forever.</p> <p>Differing from Martin's square-shouldered models, the Gibson Hummingbird had pizzazz and a completely different aesthetic look that has captured the hearts of guitarists for the last 50 years. When you pick up a Gibson Hummingbird, you're holding history...and I think that can't be ignored.</p> <p>Reason #3: Aesthetics Trifecta</p> <p>After talking about the square-shouldered design, I realized that t