Stevie Ray Vaughan Signed and Played Acoustic Guitar...

Description

Stevie Ray Vaughan Signed and Played Acoustic Guitar This humble cherry sunburst "Hummingbird" style guitar was owned by the production manager of a Brisbane, Australia radio station, purchased used in 1982. In February 1987, Stevie Ray Vaughan came through Brisbane as part of a tour package which included his brother Jimmie's band, the Fabulous Thunderbirds. Stevie Ray dropped by the station to promote the show, and the manager made sure the guitar just "happened" to be there nearby. Naturally, Stevie Ray picked it up, played a few riffs from "Scuttle Buttin'", and signed the body of the guitar, "Always Play Her With a Feeling!!! Soul to Soul! Stevie Ray Vaughan". This brief interview was recorded, and a copy on CD is included with the lot. The Korean-made Savila guitar is in Very Good condition; the pickguard, bone saddle, and tuners were at one time replaced. It plays well for a relatively inexpensive guitar (as evidenced by the CD), and the autograph is boldly emblazoned in black marker. The guitar also comes with a hardshell case, and a certificate of authenticity signed by noted SRV expert Roger Epperson. Also included at no extra charge is a little Stevie Ray "mojo", which we hope rubs off on the next owner of this wonderful prize!

Click here to listen to Vaughan play this guitar.

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