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Gibson vs Fender - Les and Leo | 1

Gibson vs Fender - Les and Leo | 1

FromBusiness Wars


Gibson vs Fender - Les and Leo | 1

FromBusiness Wars

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Length:
25 minutes
Released:
Jun 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In the 1930s and ’40s the market for electric guitars is growing, but it’s hindered by the instruments’ flawed designs. But a small group of mavericks is rethinking the guitar for the electronic age.One of them, guitarist Les Paul, tries unsuccessfully to convince one of America's oldest guitar companies, Gibson, to mass-produce his "Log" — one of the first solid-body electric guitars. Gibson turns him down flat. But when a radio repairman turned inventor named Leo Fender sees Paul's Log, he's inspired to attempt his own version of a solid-body electric — and his creation will go on to forever change the way guitars are made.Support us by supporting our sponsors!ZipRecruiter - The sooner you download the free ZipRecruiter Job Search app, the sooner it can help you find a better job!
Released:
Jun 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Netflix vs. HBO. Nike vs. Adidas. Business is war. Sometimes the prize is your wallet or your attention. Sometimes, it’s just the fun of beating the other guy. The outcome of these battles shapes what we buy and how we live. Business Wars gives you the unauthorized, real story of what drives these companies and their leaders, inventors, investors and executives to new heights -- or to ruin. Hosted by David Brown, former anchor of Marketplace. From Wondery, the network behind Dirty John and American History Tellers.