Martin is releasing a new Eric Clapton signature guitar called the OM-ECHF Navy Blues: The OM-ECHF Navy Blues is the third in a series of collaborations with Eric Clapton and Hiroshi Fujiwara. This OM edition incorporates the longer 25.4" scale for added string tension and tonal projection. The neck and body are lacquered and polished with a striking dark navy coloration … [Read more...]
The “Layla” Guitar
The Fender Custom Shop is introducing the Eric Clapton "Brownie" Stratocaster, modeled after Clapton's famous two-tone '50s sunburst Strat. The guitar is limited to a 100-piece run and will be made available at Guitar Center Platinum stores on March 21, 2013. Some people don't like these kind of tribute models, but I think they're an interesting way to pay homage to classic … [Read more...]
Fender Eric Clapton Signature Amplifiers
Fender have announced a new line of Eric Clapton Signature Amplifiers. The new line currently features three tweed models: the EC Vibro-Champ, the EC Tremolux, and the EC Twinolux. All three models are hand-made in Fender's Corona, CA manufacturing plant. The EC Vibro-Champ model is based on the late '50s model Champ and puts out 5 watts of power. It has an 8-inch speaker … [Read more...]
Sonny Landreth and Eric Clapton Playing “Promise Land”
Guitar Lifestyle reader Darren M. recently alerted me to this video of Sonny Landreth and Eric Clapton playing "Promise Land" at the 2010 Crossroads Guitar Festival in Chicago. This is a preview of the upcoming Crossroads Guitar Festival DVD, which will be released on November 9, 2010. … [Read more...]
Is Eric Clapton Still Relevant?
Eric Clapton is one of my favorite guitarists. He has been for almost as long as I've been playing. Most guitarists I know feel the same way. However, I wonder if non-guitarists feel the same way? Several years ago, I was driving a younger relative around in my car, and I was playing a Clapton CD. When he asked what I was playing, he looked incredulous when I told him it … [Read more...]