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The history of Gibson guitars in 20 defining moments
In 1902, Orville sold out to a group of five businessmen who formed the Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Manufacturing Company. Orville left soon afterwards, receiving a regular royalty for five years and ...
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Mat Koehler and Jason Davidson on Gibson and the evolution of guitar mega-brand
In what ways did mandolin making influence how the company went on to make guitars in your view? Mat Koehler: “Orville Gibson came up in a time where mandolins were probably the most popular ...