What does signature guitar mean?

Signature guitars are simply guitars that are either replicas of an artist’s guitar or designed in conjunction with them. These are authorised models and often sport the artist’s signature - hence the name. These can be collectable limited edition guitars or affordable mass-produced models.

Are signature guitars worth it?

There are a couple of different categories of signature guitars. Some, made by Custom Shops, are rare collector’s items. These do go up in value over time so from that perspective they are worth it. For everyone else, signature guitars are worth it for a different reason: they are designed in close collaboration with real professionals who put these instruments through their paces. This means signature guitars can often have sensible modifications and superior hardware, ensuring that these guitars stand up to the rigours of touring.

Which artists have a signature guitar?

Lots of well-known guitarists have one or more signature guitars available. The full list would be too long to complete here, but some selections include: Eddie Van Halen, Jim Root, Mark Tremonti, Carlos Santana, John Mayer, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, John Petrucci, James Hetfield, Tim Henson, Kirk Hammett, George Benson, Johnny Marr, Tom Morello, Slash and Noel Gallagher.

What makes a signature guitar different to a standard guitar?

Signature guitars differ from standard guitars in numerous ways. Often, there are modifications made to the hardware, pickups or features, and there are usually alterations to finish colours. Each signature model is different in some way from the standard catalogue.

What are the most popular signature guitars?

Our best-selling signature guitars include the Gibson Noel Gallagher Les Paul, the Ibanez Steve Vai JEM Junior and the Ibanez Tim Henson Tree of Death model.

Which artists have their own guitar brands?

Guitarists who have their own entire brand of guitars include Brian May (Brian May Guitars), Eddie Van Halen (EVH), Zakk Wylde (Wylde Audio) and Ola Englund (Solar Guitars).

What is the difference between a signature guitar and an artist tribute?

The main difference is that a signature guitar can be a completely new design that the world has never seen - such as the Ibanez Tree of Death - compared to a tribute which is a recreation of a famous existing guitar. Eric Clapton’s ‘Blackie’ Strat and Eddie Van Halen’s ‘Frankenstein’ guitar are good examples of artist tribute models.

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Magneto Eric Gales Sonnet RawDawg III RD3 Sunset Gold

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ESP LTD Signature Alexi Laiho Ripped Purple Fade Satin

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Tyler USA Dann Huff Yellow Classic

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Jackson Pro Series Signature Josh Smith Soloist SL7 ET Ebony Fingerboard Aquamarine

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Fender Custom Shop Eric Clapton Stratocaster NOS Mercedes Blue

Fender Custom Shop Jeff Beck Stratocaster Surf Green

Gibson Keb Mo 3.0 12-Fret J-45 Vintage Sunburst

Ibanez Signature PWM20 Paul Waggoner White Ash Open Pore

Schecter John Browne TAO-7 Satin Trans Purple

Schecter John Browne TAO-6 Satin Trans Purple

PRS SE Mark Holcomb Holcomb Blue Burst

Schecter Nick Johnston PT Atomic Snow

Schecter Nick Johnston PT Atomic Green

Schecter Nick Johnston PT Atomic Frost

Jackson Pro Series Signature Marty Friedman MF-1 Purple Mirror Ebony Fingerboard

Ibanez JIVAX2 Nita Strauss Signature Ghost

Ibanez TOD10 Tim Henson Signature

Ibanez KRYS10 Scott LePage Signature

Magneto Eric Gales Sonnet RawDawg III RD3 Sunset Gold

ESP LTD Signature Alexi Laiho Ripped Purple Fade Satin

Fender Signature J Mascis Telecaster Bottle Rocket Blue Flake Maple Fingerboard

Tyler USA Dann Huff Yellow Classic

Ibanez TOD10N Tim Henson Tree Of Death Transparent Black Flat

Jackson Pro Series Signature Josh Smith Soloist SL7 ET Ebony Fingerboard Aquamarine

Schecter Aaron Marshall AM-7 Cobalt Slate

Schecter Aaron Marshall AM-6 Trem Arctic Jade

Jackson USA Signature Adrian Smith San Dimas Snow White Maple Fingerboard

Ibanez PIA3761C Steve Vai Signature PIA Blue Powder

Epiphone Matt Heafy Origins Les Paul Custom Bone White

Suhr Andre Nieri Modern Signature

Suhr James Norbert Ivanyi Modern Signature

Ibanez John Scofield JSM20 Black Low Gloss

Manson Meta Series Matt Bellamy MBM-2H Left Handed Satin Black

Manson Meta Series Matt Bellamy MBM-2H Sustaniac Satin Black

Epiphone Jerry Cantrell Wino Les Paul Custom Dark Wine Red

Schecter Kenny Hickey C-1 EX S Steele Green

Ibanez Signature JGM10 Jon Gomm Black Satin

Schecter Nick Johnston PT Atomic Ink

Schecter Nick Johnston PT Atomic Green Left Handed

Schecter Jack Fowler Traditional Black Pearl

Gibson Elvis SJ-200 Ebony

Taylor Taylor Swift Baby Taylor (TSBT) Signature

ESP Japan James Hetfield Snakebyte Camo

Ibanez Signature JEMJR Steve Vai Black

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