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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
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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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On the Easier music video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b1dFSWLJ9wY (2:12 and some other parts), Easier BTS video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IJiezdF9Zwk (0:34) and Easier (Live from The Fault) video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1T9rjhp_In8 (2:22 annd some other parts), Michael could be seen using the Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi guitar. Though, he never used this guitar live so far.
"We have the old Joe Perry mainstay here which is the clear Dan Armstrong. The only difference of this guitar from the stock one is that all these pickups are all custom-made. We've got a couple of these made, they're pretty much identical. They sound great. What we do is it's an open-A, a Keith Richards style open-A with five strings, but what Joe does is throw a bass string on the bottom and we make it an A. So it gives it that growl. This is used in 'Draw the Line'. He used to beat it up a lot, he would throw it down a lot. He's kind of mellowed out with it now. It's a good work horse. It's one of his main guitars, for sure. I mean, if you think of Joe Perry this is one of the guitars you think of," says Joe Perry's guitar tech.
Adam is using a Ampeg Dan Armstrong Lucite Guitar on the music video for “Give Yourself A Try'' and the YouTube session for “People”
Tom Petty can be seen playing a Ampeg Dan Armstrong Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar in this photo.
In an Instagram post, Gary Holt shares his excitement about acquiring an Ampeg Dan Armstrong Plexi Electric Guitar through a swap with his friend. He describes its unique slide-in pickup mount and affectionately refers to it as the "DeLorean of guitars."
As seen on the article by MusicRadar. Picture: http://cdn.mos.musicradar.com/images/features/access-all-areas/bon-jovi/Bon%20Jovi-53-650-80.jpg
Paul used Ampeg Dan Armstrong guitar live only for a short time in 1974 and can be seen playing it in this image from a live performance.
Premier Guitar interviews Jesse Keeler and in the YouTube video (0:50) he speaks in length about this 1969 Ampeg Dan Armstrong Bass with "pickups made by Dan Armstrong's son, Kent."
When I started playing guitar, back in England, I used to see all of these classic American guitar players holding one of these see through, quasi-plastic guitars and it looked really cool. I found out that they were playing one of these Dan Armstrong guitars. I wanted one for years until they stopped making them and I’d forgotten all about them. Funny enough, in 2006 I had been wondering where I could get my hands on one and all of a sudden there was one, in a backstage Ampeg shack outside the venue we were playing with Journey. Neal Schon was in there checking some stuff out with Scott, who would later work with me. And there was this guitar. So I had to have one. This is a reissue and sounds amazing, considering it’s not even made out of wood. It made the odd appearance on that tour. And you can hear it on Viv's rhythm guitar part, which was originally just a guide (Stones tuning) on Nine Lives.
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