I'm Nihei, and I play the electric guitar.
Everyone, what made you decide to start playing the electric guitar?
“I want to play that song,”
“I have an artist I look up to,”
“I want a new hobby or a way to relieve stress,”
“It just seems cool for some reason”—
I think everyone’s reason is different—there are as many reasons as there are people!
As for me, I got a Stratocaster because I looked up to John Frusciante of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, a Mustang because I looked up to Kurt Cobain of Nirvana, and a Gretsch because I looked up to Yusuke Chiba!
I started playing guitar because of my admiration for these artists, and I’m still buying guitars and effects pedals because of that admiration! (laughs)
TC Gakki carries a wide selection of signature models and artist-spec models that really resonate with music fans like that.
This time, I’ve picked out a few standout models from that collection to introduce to you!
(Fender Custom Shop 2003 Clapton Stratocaster by Todd Krause
A Stratocaster equipped with Fender Noiseless Pickups—which have become synonymous with Eric Clapton—along with a TBX control and a mid-booster! This is the ultimate signature model crafted by Master Builder Todd Krause, who also builds Clapton’s actual instruments. The story behind its creation alone makes this a must-have for fans!
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Gibson Custom Shop 2006 INSPIRED BY Jimi Hendrix Psychedelic Flying V
A faithful reproduction of the psychedelic-painted Flying V “Love Drops” that Jimi Hendrix used during his 1968–69 European tour! Not only does it pack an
overwhelming visual impact, but the sound is also absolutely superb!
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(35326) Gibson Lucille
“Lucille”—the legendary guitar that symbolizes B.B. King, the “King of the Blues”! Featuring an ES-style body construction without
f-holes, which minimizes feedback, this is the ultimate signature model boasting a one-of-a-kind presence and look!
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Fender Japan Terry-1 ANNIVERSARY Mod
Takeshi Terauchi,
known as the “God of Electric Guitars,” helped shape the early days of electric guitar in Japan. This limited-edition signature and anniversary model was produced to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the formation of “Takeshi Terauchi and the Blue Jeans”!
With its original shape reminiscent of a Mosrite and fingerboard inlays featuring the word “TERRY,” it shines with a unique character that, at first glance, you might not even recognize as a Fender!
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Fender Custom Shop Custom Stratocaster by Art Esparza
This is a Stratocaster built almost exactly to Jeff Beck’s specifications, featuring a two-point tremolo unit and a Wilkinson roller nut!
It’s a truly special instrument where the meticulous attention to detail of Master Builder Art Esparza—who was with Fender from 1987 to 2002—is evident throughout!
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Gibson Custom Shop Japan Limited Run Mid-60s EDS-1275 Faded Cherry
An EDS-1275 that’s truly a Jimmy Page-spec guitar, with the tailpiece positioned closer to the body end than usual! “Stairway to Heaven,
” “The Song Remains the Same,” and more—if you got your hands on this double-neck guitar, what would you play?
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At TC Gakki, we carry many other models associated with various artists!
If you’re thinking, “I want that model that artist used in their live shows!”, please be sure to stop by TC Gakki!