AboutH-Bomb Expertise I'm the BS-artist's dream. I'm self-taught, and my technical understanding of musical theory is limited. However in many cases if I hear it and my A.D.D. isn't in overdrive I can figure it out. I relate more to classic artists like Angus Young, Keith Richards & Tony Iommi, but have figured out some of the tricks of the trade used by more modern players as well. I know anything you'd ever want to know about Gibson SG's & Flying V's, and am one of the few cats you'll find here in South Carolina who doesn't worship all things "Skynyrd". Always willing to go out of my way to help budding young players, and most of my students have been disenfranchised youth and females...being kind of the aging punk-rock/hard-rock guru I've taken many folks under my wing who might not have otherwise had the confidence. It's a pleasure to see someone succeed with things I've passed on to them. So try me, I might be able to help! I'm NOT one who knows a ton about vintage guitar values, dating or specs unless it's a Gibson SG, so if you have questions regarding other models of guitars you might want to ask someone else.
Experience I've played bass, guitar, drums, lap steel & tinkered with several other instruments for over a decade. I've unfortunately not found my 'way' yet and remain a semi-pro, but have had enough experience to write a book.
Education/Credentials School of Rock, baby!
Past/Present Clients I currently provide rock guitar lessons to students ranging from 7 years of age to 24 years, and am the de facto gear tech for my band and some other musicians when they let their equipment go. Want a no-nonsense, everyman's answer to help you along? I'll do my best!
Question hello heath,
i've stumbled across your site by accident,i have what i think is a mid70's sg.i bought it from music ground over here in the uk.music ground specialize in vintage guitars,,i bought it in 1987..i'm trying to get it more acurately dated,its walnut finish,ebony fretboard,block inlays,no binding,made in usa on back of headstock,serial number has been removed,you can clearly see where it used to be.its just the one sided small pick guard,covered pick-ups...original tuners removed and replaced by grovers.any idea???your help with be well appreciated,can i send you some pics direct?i've tried to add some to this msg and cant for some reason
kind regards
dean
Answer If I got a look at it I could help you narrow it down to within a couple years, if it's in fact the real deal. Sounds like a '73-'75 Special (they had the small blocks instead of dots---not the big blocks like a Custom, but smaller ones), but until I see some photos that's just a guess. You can send photos to me at bigheaf76@yahoo. com, and I'll give it a look. Thanks!
