TLL Staff Gibson has announced a new partnership with Rolling Stones co-founder Keith Richards, unveiling two limited-edition recreations of his iconic 1960 Gibson ES-355 guitar. The collaboration introduces the Keith Richards 1960 ES-355 Collector’s Edition, Signed Guitar and Label, and the Keith Richards 1960 ES-355, Signed Label, both handcrafted by Gibson Custom in … [Read more...] about Gibson Partners With Keith Richards on Limited-Edition ES-355 Replicas
Musical Instruments
Global Merchandising Unveils First Slate of Licensees for Fender
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Fender Musical Instruments Corp., the guitar maker that gave the world the Telecaster twang and Precision Bass groove, is plugging into new markets as it heads toward a milestone anniversary tour. Global Merchandising Services on Thursday announced the first wave of licensing partners for Fender’s expanding brand extension program, timed to … [Read more...] about Global Merchandising Unveils First Slate of Licensees for Fender
Gibson Guitar Fraud Shows Importance of Brand Protection Technology
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief The recent seizure of 3,000 fake Gibson guitars highlights the need for IP security measures, says JPatton Business Development Manager Franco Diaz. The counterfeit guitars, had they been genuine, would have been worth $18.7 million, which would put a sizeable dent in the revenues of the legendary American guitar producer. "Brand owners … [Read more...] about Gibson Guitar Fraud Shows Importance of Brand Protection Technology
Feds Seize 3,000 Counterfeit Gibson Guitars Worth $19 Million
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief Federal officials say they have seized thousands of counterfeit Gibson electric guitars at the Los Angeles-Long Beach Seaport. Officials involved in the operation says it is the "largest counterfeit musical instrument seizure on record." The operation was conducted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers, assisted by Homeland … [Read more...] about Feds Seize 3,000 Counterfeit Gibson Guitars Worth $19 Million
Gibson Issues Cease and Desist Against Trump Guitars
By Gary Symons TLL Editor in Chief US voters liked Donald Trump to elect him as the next president of the United States, but some licensors are not as fond of POTUS 47, thanks to a variety of copyright issues. This time the case involves the 130-year-old Gibson guitar company, which has issued a cease and desist order against Trump Guitars, the company behind a line of … [Read more...] about Gibson Issues Cease and Desist Against Trump Guitars