most good Guitars have a serial number, you can trace it on line with the manufacturer if they are still in business you can also try vintage guitar books, but the feel and sound and knowing the brands is key as well
First off, if the price is too good to be true then it probably is. There are many things you must familiarize yourself with including the correct lettering used, truss rod covers, angle of headstock, exact area of where knobs, switches and other hardware. There are many things to spot. Pictures will help a lot. Here's a guide I found on spotting a fake Gibson Les Paul, probably the most faked Gibson. Here's a little video I found: http://www.YouTube.com/watch?v=kvKo9Y52CEU
yes, they're one of the top guitar manufacturers in the world
Leaders of the guitar segment of the industry included Fender Musical Instruments Corp. and Gibson Guitar Corp.
You purchase a guitar pack at a local guitar retailer such as Guitar Center or most stores that sell a variety of musical instruments. Many manufacturers such as Gibson allow you to buy directly from the company as well.
I'm not sure about all the band members, but Slash uses a Gibson.
In most videos he is seen with a Gibson Les Paul (black).However, Wikipedia states his "Notable Instruments" are as follows: Gibson Byrdland, Gibson Les Paul, Fender Telecaster, Gibson ES-355, Gibson ES-175, and Gibson SG.Wikipedia does not list the color of the guitars he used (sadly).
yes, they're one of the top guitar manufacturers in the world
Any reputable brick-and-mortar store or website that sells musical instruments should have Gibson guitars for sale, including Gibson bass guitars. Look around town for some stores.
Leaders of the guitar segment of the industry included Fender Musical Instruments Corp. and Gibson Guitar Corp.
Gibson and Martin
In 1902, the Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Mfg. Co, Ltd. was founded to market the instruments. ( Wikipedia ).
The Gibson SG Special is a brand of electric guitar produced by Gibson, a guitar company. The Gibson SG Special was first manufactured in 1961. Gibson SG Specials are manufactured to be less expensive than some other Gibson instruments.
Original Les Pauls are Gibson (Gibsun?) instruments. If you mean region, Gibson is an American company.
You purchase a guitar pack at a local guitar retailer such as Guitar Center or most stores that sell a variety of musical instruments. Many manufacturers such as Gibson allow you to buy directly from the company as well.
One can find a Gibson pickup straight from the Gibson website. Other websites that sell this product are Sweetwater, eBay, Guitar Center, zZounds, and American Musical.
The best place to purchase any musical instruments is your local music store. They will have knowledgeable staff to aid you in your decision. Failing this, Amazon and eBay are always safe bets in locating any type of item.
The Fender licensed instruments are for Rock Band. Guitar Hero used to have Gibson licensed instruments.
These are all instruments that begin with E, although some may be obscure: Euphonium, Ektara, Erhu, Erxian. (I guess Electric guitar may not count)