Killer Deals: Xmas

It seems that at this holy time of the year, the gods of guitar awaken and bring us some amazing, seasonal deals. From my search spreading across various guitar stores appealing to those mostly around the UK and Europe, I have found some killer Christmas Deals and just generally great value deals priced between £300-£600(ish). If you are in the market for a new axe, definitely check these ones out.

Epiphone Les Paul Ultra II (great Xmas deal from Andertons) http://www.andertons.co.uk/solid-body-electric-guitars/pid9486/cid671/epiphone-les-paul-ultra-ii-in-faded-cherry-sunburst.asp

Gibson Les Paul Studio 60s Tribute (if you want something with P90s and that thick, Les Paul-esque sound without the huge price tag, this may just have your name written all over it) http://www.thomann.de/gb/gibson_lp_studio_60s_tribute_wsw.htm

Gibson SG 60s Tribute (you like the les paul but want something lighter with better upper-fret access, Gibson have catered for you too) http://www.thomann.de/gb/gibson_sg_special_60s_tribute_wsa.htm

Fender Made in Mexico Guitars (whether you want a fender stratocaster or telecaster, these are a great deal and cost a lot less than the american-made ones)

Strat: http://www.thomann.de/gb/fender_standard_strat_2011_rw_bk.htm

Tele: http://www.thomann.de/gb/fender_standard_telecaster_mn_aw_2011.htm

ESP LTD Viper Metal Mulisha (if you are just starting out on guitar and love hard rock/metal or just want a great looking axe, this is one hell of a deal) http://www.andertons.co.uk/solid-body-electric-guitars/pid22141/cid671/esp-viper-metal-mulisha-guitar.asp

Epiphone Casino 50th Anniversary (made famous by the Beatles and a superb guitar celebrating it's 50th anniversary) http://www.dv247.com/guitars/epiphone-50th-anniversary-1961-casino-td-semi-acoustic-guitar-vintage-sunburst--83779

Freshman FA1D Electro Acoustic amp bundle (not usually a big fan of bundles but have to admit this is good for a beginner on acoustic) http://www.andertons.co.uk/electro-acoustic-guitars/pid19442/cid679/freshman-fa1d-electro-acoustic-38-10w-acoustic-amp-bundle.asp

Blackstar HT5C combo with reverb pedal (big fan of Blackstar amps and love tube amps, if you want a small practice amp, this is one hell of a deal) http://www.andertons.co.uk/combo-amps/pid22171/cid691/blackstar-ht5c-combo-and-ehx-holy-grail-nano-reverb-pedal.asp

Introduction

With every blogger, vlogger, youtuber, anyone who expresses their own opinion really, there is always something that inspires them to start. In each case, there is an introduction explaining to whoever may stumble across their content as to what has been their inspiration. They also give a short summary as to what their content is all about. Really, why should it be any different, some will try to diverge from doing this because they think its cheesy and awkward, but it is only normal. It would be like trying to phone someone and not greet them.

So anyway, thats the rambling done, onto my blog. To be honest, it has just been a collection of factors which have driven me to write this. Firstly, 2011 has been a roller coaster year in the guitar industry, so much has happened. I have seen and heard many people express their beliefs which has driven me to want to express my own. The final main factor was that I have seen friend's blogs and would like to give it a go. This page really will include whatever I feel like sharing about the industry. Posts may include giving my opinions of certain guitars (what I like/dislike and general help on the vast spectrum of guitars around) , guitar events and recent cases in the guitar world.

My aim is to simply provide my 'two pennies' or 'two cents' of knowledge. I'm not a professional guitarist or an expert in this industry. I just enjoy playing and have and wish to express my thoughts.  If what I write can help you in any way whatsoever or interests you as a reader, thank you for visiting my page.

Luke