Brian Setzer
Brian Setzer's Gear
In the 1983 live performance at Rockpalast, at 11:43, Brian Setzer can be seen using an Ibanez AD9 Analog Delay on the floor. The distinct analog delay effect is also audibly present in his sound.
This D'Angelico New Yorker Excel was owned by Brian Setzer
Plenty of honest wear throughout—scratches, scuffs, dings, checking, cracks, tarnishing, etc. Dark marking on the back. There are filled in holes and a couple small screws high up on the bass-side of the neck. There is a crack on the top running under the tailpiece. It would benefit from humidification/gluing. There is a section on the back/side where the back is shrinking away from the side. This would benefit from repair. It appears that the back of the headstock had a previous repair done. Overall, this guitar has lots of wear from over the years and would benefit from some TLC, though it still plays and sounds great.
Brian Setzer is confirmed to have used the D'Angelico New Yorker, as evidenced by a listing on Reverb.com that details the guitar's wear and tear, including general checking, dings, and tarnished hardware. The listing notes that the guitar exhibits signs of age, such as slight tarnishing on the upper frets and an eye hook screwed into the side of the neck, with additional holes indicating previous modifications.
Gretsch 6120SH Brian Setzer Pinstripe Hot Rod
Semi-Hollowbody Electric GuitarsThe Gretsch 6120SH Brian Setzer Pinstripe Hot Rod, featuring Power Tron pick-ups and custom pinstriping by Tommy Otis, was owned by Brian Setzer and played on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno." The guitar, with serial number 013120SH-900, is noted for its beautiful hand-painted details and exhibits cosmetic wear from typical use. The source verifying this information is Reverb.com.
Brian Setzer is confirmed to have used a Gibson Firebird III, as verified by the serial number 190791. This specific instrument, which shows signs of professional repair and original paintwork, was listed as owned by him on Reverb.
Brian Setzer owned a Gibson ES-175D (1957-1969), as evidenced by the listing on Reverb.com. The guitar, with serial number 17942, exhibits typical cosmetic wear for its age, including checking, scratches, scuffs, tarnishing, and dings. The pickguard shows signs of chipping and tarnishing, and the nut appears to have been replaced. There is also a slight amount of heel separation, which is stable. Despite these cosmetic issues, the guitar plays and sounds beautiful and retains its original PAF pickups.
Gretsch G5022CBFE Rancher Black Falcon with Electronics
Acoustic-Electric GuitarsThis Gretsch G5022CBFE Rancher Black Falcon was owned by Brian Setzer
Serial: IS190501245 Minor scuffs and scratches throughout the body. No major cosmetic flaws. Plays and sounds great!
The Gretsch G6022C Rancher Cutaway was owned and used by Brian Setzer during his Rockabilly Tours. This information is corroborated by a listing on Reverb, which, despite identifying the guitar as a G5022, matches the characteristics of the older G6022 model, including the brand on the body, block inlays, and pickguard shape.
The Danelectro DTE-1 Reel Echo delay effects pedal was owned by Brian Setzer, as confirmed by its listing on Reverb.com.
Brian Setzer is confirmed to have owned a Dunlop GCB-95 Cry Baby Standard Wah, as verified by a listing on Reverb.com.
Brian Setzer used the Hiwatt Custom Tape Echo CTE-2000C during a performance on Late Night with Conan O’Brien. This specific piece of equipment, as verified by Reverb.com, shows minor cosmetic wear from typical use but is reported to be in clean condition and fully operational.
The SWR Megoliath 8x10 Bass Cabinet was owned by musician Brian Setzer, as confirmed by a listing on reverb.com. The cabinet shows signs of wear, including scuffs and scratches, and is missing a wheel, which affects its portability. Despite these issues, the cabinet remains functional and produces excellent sound quality.
This SWR Working Pro 700 bass amplifier head was owned by Brian Setzer, as confirmed by its listing on Reverb.com.
This Eden 4x10 Bass Cab was owned by Brian Setzer
Brian Setzer is confirmed to have used the Ampeg SVT-410HLF Classic Series Bass Cabinet, as evidenced by its listing on Reverb.com. The cabinet, which bears noticeable cosmetic wear such as ripped tolex, imperfect grill cloth attachment, and bent metal corner protectors, still functions properly despite these issues.
This SWR 550x Professional Bass Amplifier was owned by Brian Setzer
This Buescher Trumpet was owned by Brian Setzer
General scuffs and scratches all over this trumpet. The valves are quite dry and stick when you press on them. As it sits right now this Trumpet is in pretty unplayable condition. Could make for a great show piece or with the right amount of TLC, could be back to life.
The Samson Q5 Headphone Amplifier was owned by Brian Setzer, as confirmed by its listing on Reverb.com.
Brian Setzer used a Behringer Powerplay Pro-XL Headphone Amp, as confirmed by its listing on Reverb.com, which includes distinctive markings such as "Saxes" on a piece of tape, as well as various scuffs and scratches indicative of use.
This Celestion Vintage 30 12" Speaker was owned by Brian Setzer
The JBL E120-8 12" Speaker was confirmed to have been owned by the musician Brian Setzer, as documented by a listing on Reverb.com.
Legendary musician Brian Setzer is confirmed to have owned a Gibson Super 400 CN (1961), as detailed in the listing on Reverb.com. This specific guitar exemplifies the archetypal qualities of an archtop guitar, featuring minimal scuffs or scratches, a larger-than-average headstock and tailpiece, a distinctive black stinger on the back, and diamond-shaped inlays. The guitar also exhibits exquisite figuring on its back and sides, with some minor imperfections such as a small gap in the neck binding near the nut and a superficial crack near the pickguard screw mount.
Gibson Custom ES-5 Switchmaster Hollowbody
Hollowbody Electric GuitarsBrian Setzer is confirmed to have owned the Gibson Custom ES-5 Switchmaster Hollowbody, as indicated by the serial number A 33381, detailed on Reverb.com. The guitar features a distinctive finish and unique appointments, with minimal scuffs and a well-preserved neck binding. It includes a 4-way selector switch for varied tone combinations and individual volume and tone controls for each pickup. Notably, there are etchings on the top indicating the bridge position.
Gretsch G6121 Chet Atkins Solid Body Electric Guitar
Solid Body Electric GuitarsLegendary guitarist Brian Setzer is confirmed to have owned and use the Gretsch G6121 Chet Atkins Solid Body Electric Guitar, as detailed in a listing on Reverb, which describes the guitar's condition and provenance.
Gretsch G6122-12 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 12-String Hollowbody
Extended Range GuitarsThis Gretsch 12 string Country Gentleman was owned by Brian Setzer
Brian Setzer is confirmed to have owned a Supro Sahara guitar, as detailed in a listing on Reverb.com. The guitar is noted to have a sizable paint chip on the neck's back behind the second fret, along with other minor dings and scratches. Despite these cosmetic issues, the guitar remains stable and fully functional, with the volume and tone knobs being slightly dusty.
The Tokai Korina Explorer was owned by Brian Setzer, as confirmed by a listing on Reverb.
Brian Setzer owned a Carter Starter Pedal Steel Guitar, as evidenced by a listing on Reverb.com indicating its provenance.
This Fender Twin-Amp was owned by Brian Setzer
The tolex is in overall really great condition other than some very minor dirt here and there. The grill cloth has one very small tear at the top as well as a few loose threads here and there, but almost non noticeable. The left side of the cabinet (facing the amp) has a small dent of the wood, likely from being bumped by something. The tolex is still intact covering the dent. The amp functions as intended and sounds great. Plenty of low end on this one! Come with a foot switch that controls the tremolo. This amp currently has a 2 prong cable.
This Gretsch Cowboy Amp Twin was owned by Brian Setzer
This amp is in overall pretty great condition for being as old as it is. The white tolex has some small rips here and there but nothing major. The grill cloth is pretty worn and certain parts of it are more "rough" feeling than other parts of it. The faceplate has some dark spotting from age but all of the markings are still legible. The amp sounds incredible, especially the tremolo! The jacks all work but a few seem to be a bit dirtier then others and this amp will for sure benefit from a cleaning/tune up. The plug is only a 2 prong plug and does not currently have a ground.
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Discography
The Knife Feels Like Justice
1986
Live Nude Guitars
1988
The Brian Setzer Collection 1981-1988 (Remastered)
1999
Ignition!
2001
Nitro Burnin' Funny Daddy
2003
Rockabilly Riot, Vol. 1 - A Tribute to Sun Records
2005
13
2006
Red Hot & Live!
2007
Setzer Goes Instru-Mental!
2011
Rockabilly Riot! Live from the Planet
2012
Rockabilly Riot! All Original
2014
Rockabilly Riot: Osaka Rocka! - Live in Japan
2016