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1982 Strings & Things Memphis Custom Bluesmaster

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The 1982 Strings & Things Memphis Custom Bluesmaster embodies the quintessential spirit of early '80s electric guitars, a true gem for vintage enthusiasts and modern players alike. Crafted in Memphis, this solid body electric guitar is a nod to the era's innovative designs and rich tonal palette. Its construction showcases a unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and pioneering technology, making it a versatile choice for blues, rock, and beyond.

The Bluesmaster features a solid body that resonates with warm, full-bodied tones. It comes equipped with dual humbucking pickups, delivering a powerful sound with excellent clarity and sustain. The maple neck and rosewood fingerboard provide a smooth playing experience, allowing for easy transitions across its frets. This guitar is a testament to Strings & Things' commitment to quality and attention to detail, resulting in an instrument that not only sounds great but also stands the test of time.

Whether you're jamming in a garage or performing on stage, the 1982 Strings & Things Memphis Custom Bluesmaster offers a reliable and expressive performance. Its classic design and robust build make it a worthy addition to any guitarist's collection, while its distinct character ensures it holds its own in any musical situation.

Key Features:

Solid body electric guitar with vintage-inspired design
Dual humbucking pickups for powerful, clear sound
Maple neck with rosewood fingerboard for smooth playability
Crafted in Memphis, reflecting early '80s innovation and style
Ideal for blues, rock, and versatile musical genres

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The guitar may lack a neck-plate with specific markings, and the bridge plate and pieces appear to be made of steel.
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The neck may require adjustment, and the guitar benefits from new strings for optimal tone.
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Single-coil pickups are noted to have a RoHS sticker, indicating they are relatively modern, at most 15 years old.
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It's considered a high price for a potential Chinese knock-off but reasonable for a rare, lesser-known model missing some parts like the tremolo arm.
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Eric Clapton

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Eric Clapton played a concert at the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis on 17 February 1983. Charles Lawing of Strings & Things went to see Clapton backstage to show him a pair of Bluesmaster guitars, and recalls: "After waiting back stage for an extremely long time, I decided to call it quits and go home. When exiting the rear door of the venue and rounding a parked tour bus, I physically run into Clapton. I introduced myself and asked Eric if he would like to see some guitars. Eric replied "I've heard about your store and would love to come by and see your guitars and your store." He asked if he could meet me in the morning at 8:00 am. I said of course.

At 8:00am the next morning, Clapton showed up in a taxi by himself. When Clapton first walked in the door his eye went to one of the Tele-Paul's (Bluesmaster) and said, (What is this?). I pulled it down and handed it to Clapton and he immediately fell in love with it.

When we asked Clapton what he thought of our guitars he asked if he could take one to play in St Louis that night. If he liked it he said he would come back to Memphis and buy a couple of them. He left with the guitar and returned the next day excited about owning one of them. He purchased two. We then talked to him about how we would like to build an Eric Clapton model of Bluesmaster, to be designed by him. He asked if we would build a three single coil pickup assembly, like his preferred Stratocaster setup. We said, of course we would build you two guitars.

According to Brian Halley of St. Blues Guitar Workshop, this guitar was the instrument that Clapton borrowed and took to St. Louis on the morning of 18 February 1983, played in concert at Kiel Auditorium that night and purchased the following day, 19 February. Clapton was photographed playing this guitar in concert.