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Description
The Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar is a true icon reborn, blending vintage allure with modern playability. Originally crafted in the late '60s and '70s, this lucite body guitar is celebrated for its striking transparency and robust resonance. Ideal for musicians who crave both aesthetic flair and tonal versatility, it features an ergonomic bolt-on neck for comfortable play and a smooth rosewood fretboard that ensures effortless finger movement.
The standout feature of this guitar is its interchangeable pickup system, enabling players to easily swap pickups without the need for tools, offering a range of tonal possibilities to suit any style. Whether you're strumming in a studio or shredding on stage, the Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi delivers unparalleled clarity and sustain, making it a favorite among guitarists seeking a distinctive edge.
Perfect for musicians of all levels, this reissue respects the legacy of the original while introducing enhancements that meet the demands of today’s players. With its unique design and innovative features, the Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar is more than just an instrument; it’s a statement piece that invites creativity and performance.
Key Features:
- Transparent lucite body for unique aesthetics and sound
- Bolt-on neck for stability and ease of repair
- Interchangeable pickup system for versatile sound options
- Smooth rosewood fretboard for comfortable playability
- Reissued design based on the iconic original from the late '60s and '70s
Videos
Normans Rare Guitars
Guitar of the Day: Early 1970's Ampeg Dan Armstrong Lucite | Norman's Rare Guitars
Guitar of the Day: Early 1970's Ampeg Dan Armstrong Lucite | Norman's Rare Guitars
Normans Rare Guitars
1969 Lucite Ampeg Dan Armstrong | CME Vintage Demo | Sam Porter
Chicago Music Exchange
WILL IT JAZZ? - Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Guitar
N Stuff Music
1970 Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi / GuitarPoint Maintal / Vintage Guitars
GuitarPoint
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Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar.
Build quality
Features and functionality
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The original features swappable pickups, which aren't available on the replica, significantly enhancing versatility.
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The acrylic body is noted for its incredible sustain, enhancing the guitar's versatility and sound quality.
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The guitar's pickups can be easily swapped, allowing for customization and potentially better sound with the right setup.
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Value and pricing
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Despite being heavier by about a pound, the China replica offers a cost-effective way to own a plexiglass guitar.
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Mods and upgrades
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Upgrading to Gibson humbuckers and pots notably improves sound quality, enhancing the guitar's tonal range and performance.
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Switching to 500k or 1meg pots can brighten the sound, counteracting the bassiness caused by low resistance potentiometers.
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An aluminum neck could potentially improve the stability and appeal of the guitar, offering a unique playing experience.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 2 Reviews and 23 Ratings
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heavy as a b*tch, but worth it's weight in gold.
This was my main guitar for a long time, until I decided I needed something that would sound great but be easier on my neck and back through a 3 hour gig. Still one of my go to guitars for recording.
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Dave Grohl can be seen playing the Dan Armstrong guitar in this photo.
The Ampeg Dan Armstrong was used on the Californication tour.
You can see Hendrix, along with Keith Richards, playing the guitar.
In this interview with Guitar World, David Gilmour's Plexiglas Dan Armstrong is mentioned:
"David Gilmour is a renowned guitar collector. Over the years, with the help of his right-hand man, Phil Taylor, he has acquired such rare gems as a Gretsch White Falcon, a Gretsch Penguin, a Plexiglas Dan Armstrong, a '55 Fender Esquire, a Martin D-35 acoustic."
Josh Homme uses an Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Guitar in the music video for Sick, Sick, Sick.
The Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar is a see-through guitar played by Matt Bellamy in Muse's music video for Supermassive Black Hole.
Paul plays this guitar in the music video for Hellen Wheels.
In this post jim shows off the dan Armstrong lucite guitar he owns. He states he isn’t really into the guitar, he more for it because he wanted a lucite guitar. A friend of his dad had one as a kid, and so it reminds him of a different time. Jim believes a lucite strat would be way better
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At around 197, Keith Richards used this Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar quite a bit. On this photo, he plays the Ampeg guitar at the England Empire Theatre, in Liverpool, in 1971.
"I purchased this guitar shortly after finishing the Black Parade and before starting to write and record Conventional Weapons with My Chem. I always thought it was one of the coolest looking guitars I have ever owned." - Frank Iero
Randy used the Ampeg ADA6 Dan Armstrong in the Quiet Riot years. Randy can be seen with the guitar in the far left black and white image in the source picture.
Album Usage
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