HL 00331054 THE SOUL OF TONE (Hardback) Tom Wheeler (with foreword by Keith Richards) From the same 'dream team' that created The Stratocaster Chronicles (Vintage Guitar magazine's 2004 Book of the Year) comes this extensive book covering the other side of Fender's legacy, the instrument amplifier. Revered as much as Fender guitars, Fender amplifiers get their due in this full-colour, richly illustrated book. From the tweeds, browns and blondes, up through the Cyber amps, Custom Amp Shop Models and the latest reissues, this book covers the entire Fender amplifier legacy - not just the technical specs but also the stories of the people who designed and played these instruments. More than just tubes, transformers and speakers, The Soul of Tone celebrates post-War American culture, art and innovation, as reflected in the revolutionary designs of Leo Fender and his successors. This 512 page book features exclusive interviews with Les Paul, Dick Dale, Billy Gibbons, Peter Frampton, Albert Lee - and both past and present Fender amp designers and marketers - and even a few of Fender's competitors who are more than happy to elaborate on Fender's incalculable impact on American music. Featuring: Foreword by Keith Richards Over 425 images, including photos of legendary guitarists such as Eric Clapton, BB King, Neil Young, Pete Townshend, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Muddy Waters and Buddy Guy Also included with the book are two CDs featuring over 100 tracks which make terms and topics come alive. Both modern and rare vintage amps are demonstrated in a variety of applications Featured photography by John Pedan Price: £35.95