Centerstream presents Spann's Guide To Gibson 1902-1941 a detailed look at the inner workings of the famous musical instrument manufacturer of Kalamazoo Michigan before World War II. For the first time Gibson fans can learn about the employees who built the instruments exactly where the raw materials came from the identity of parts vendors and how the production was carried out. The book explains Gibson's pre-World War II factory order number and serial number systems and corrects longstanding chronological errors. Previously unknown information about every aspect of the operation is covered in-depth. Noted historian Joe Spanngathered firsthand info from pre-war employees and had access to major Gibson document collections around the world. Long time Gibson experts as well as casual collectors will find this volume an indispensable addition to their reference shelf.

Wayne Charvel has been designing and building guitars for 49 years working for B.C. Rich and Gibson and for Fender in the 1970s. Wayne has built guitars for some of the world's most famous guitarists including Eddie Van Halen Billy Gibbons John Kay Paul Gilbert Pete Townsend Warren Haynes Hank Williams Jr. Jim Root Joe Perry and many others. The Charvel name on the headstock of a solid-body electric guitar is a mark of value for buyers and collectors; the brand which has been sold and re-sold and is now owned by Fender has taken its place among other premium Americanbrands. Under the ?Wayne? logo Wayne Charvel continues to build high-end guitars made in the USA. The Wayne Charvel Legend is the whole story as told by Wayne and his sons. As a bonus the book includes a CD of songs by The Charvel Twins Bob and Rick.