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Beat Portraits: Burns Volume 2 – Vintage Guitar® magazine

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The 1961 Burns Black Bison is a testament to British guitar innovation, with its striking design and unique features like the ornamental pickguard and four Ultrasonic low-impedance pickups. While it boasts a plethora of original concepts and a visually captivating presence, it struggled to compete with American giants like Fender and Gibson. The intricate wiring and specific tonal qualities made it less suited for the evolving rock scene of the late '60s, leading to limited professional adoption. Though not a runaway success, its distinct style and engineering quirks make it a fascinating piece for collectors and enthusiasts.

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See how Fred Frith uses Burns Black Bison

Fred Frith

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Fred is credited with playing a 1961 Burns Black Bison on his live album Live In Japan (The Guitars On The Table Approach Vol. 1), which he often favored for heavier guitar tones such as his work in Massacre

Album Usage

The Burns Black Bison has been featured on the following albums:

Burns Black Bison as heard on Eleventh Hour by Fred Frith & William Winant (2015)

Eleventh Hour

Fred Frith & William Winant (2015)

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Folk, World, & Country

Experimental Rock

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