Famous musicians guitarists. Top blues performers of all times and peoples

This guitar player is known for its brapping technique - a very difficult manner of the game, which is immediately given to every musician. In all life, he did not take a single lesson from a professional. At 55, he still pleases the public with virtuoso performances.

9. David Gilmor (David Gilmour)

Who does not remember worldwide famous guitarist And one of the leaders of the Pink Floyd group. Its dreamy and melodious solo became a business card of the team. If you are not aware who is the author of the solo in Comfortably Numb or Time and Money, then you know David Gilmore.

8. Slash (Slash)

This is a guitarist Guns N 'Roses. Present his name is Sol Hudson. He is known for his solo in the compositions of Sweet Child O 'Mine, November Rain, Paradise City, etc. With a slash, the group reached his heyday.

7. Bryan May (Brian May)

6. Jimmy Page)

One of the most famous producers and composers of rock. "Music Brain" LED Zeppelin Group, the creator of its unique style. It is known for its guitar straw in the song Stairway to Heaven.

5. Chuck Berry (Chuck Berry)

Virtuoso Blues and the creator of forming rhythms. Known with its hits Roll Over Beethoven, Johnny B. GOODE, etc., which created Rolling Stones, Beatles, The Animals, etc. It is considered one of the most influential musicians of the early rock and roll.

4. Daimes Darrell (Dimebag Darrell)

Guitarist virtuoso, vocalist, one of the founders of metal groups "Pantera" and "DamagePlan". Known with his brutal reefs and flags. His guitar was called Dean From Hell

3. Kate Richards (Keith Richards)

This guitarist his masterly game in Rolling Stones gained many fans around the world. He created a large number of A variety of melodies, in addition, he is known for its huge collection consisting of 3,000 guitars. Together with Mick Jagger was a heart group Rolling Stones.

2. Jeff Beck (Jeff Beck)

The second place of our unofficial rating we decided to give the guitarist, which for a long time formed the backbone the groups they Yardbirds - Jeff Beck. His creativity had a great influence on the blues, hard rock and fusion. Despite the fact that he changed the direction of his activity, he was successful everywhere.

1. Jimi Hendrix (Jimi Hendrix)

And finally, the first place is occupied by a guitarist-virtuoso, which by himself personified the music he performed. Many critics note that Jimmy Hendrix expanded the range and a dictionary of the electrical guitar, and also had a huge impact on rock music. His talent admired such recognized musicians as Paul McCartney, Freddie Mercury, Kurt Cobain, etc.

100 of the greatest guitarists of all time according to Classic Rock
List of 100 greatest guitarists of all times compiled in 2009 by the leading British rock publication "Classic Rock" based on the results of a survey of a hundred outstanding guitarists of our time, including: Steve Hou, David Gilmor, Ace Freili, Mick Boxing, Francis Rossi, John FruSiante, Wayne Kramer , Mikael Olerfeldt, Kim Tale, James Hatfield and many others.
The list includes both rock guitarists and guitarists playing blues, jazz, skiffl, country.
Most musicians represent the United States (54 guitarist) and the United Kingdom (34). In addition to them, the list presents musicians from Germany (four), Canada (Troy), France (2), Australia (2), as well as one of Ireland and Sweden.
The oldest guitarist in the list is the American bluesman Skip James (born in 1902), the youngest - Dan Auerbach and Derek Truck, who were born in 1979.
Only three guitar players from this list (Jimi Hendrix, Tony Ayami and Greg Sage) are left-handers and the game kept the guitar with a vulture to the right.

So, a list of great guitarists:
1. Em di Meola (Al di Meola), p. In 1954. American jazz guitarist;
2. Alvin Lee (Alvin Lee), r. In 1944. One of the founders and guitarist of the British blues-fatal group TEN YEARS After;
3. Andy Latimer (Andrew (Andy) Latimer), p. 05/15/1947. British multi-instrumentalist, one of the founders of the Camel prog rock;
4. Angus Young (Angus Young), r. In 1955. Guitarist of Scottish origin from the Australian Rock Group AC / DC;
5. Odli Frid (Audley Freed) American Session Musician, played with Black Croles
6. Bi Bi King (B.B. King), r. 1925. Blues guitarist and singer, who received the title "King Blues
7. Bill Friselle (Bill Friell), r. In 1951. American jazz guitarist and composer.
8. Bill Nelson (Bill Nelson), r. 1948. British guitarist playing in BE BOP DELUX, Red Noise, Fiat LUX.
9. Billy Duffy (BILLY DUFFY), R. 1961. Guitarist and the author of the songs of English rock band the Cult.
10. Billy Gibbons (BILLY GIBBONS), R. In 1949. Musician of the famous Texian Trio ZZ TOP
11. Bireli Lagren (Biréli Lagrène), r. In 1966. French jazz guitarist.
12. Brian May ( Brian May.), R. In 1947 in London. British musician, founder of the Queen group, Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Doctor of Science.
13. Tank Dharma (Buck Dharma), r. In 1947. American guitarist, songwriter and singer, since 1967 as part of Hard Rock Blue Blue Öyster Cult
14. Bukka White (Bukka White) 1906-1977 - Outstanding Blues Guitarist, cousin Bi bi king.
15. Carl Verheyen (Carl Verheyen), American session guitarist, who worked with the British group of Supertramp for some time.
16. Carlos Santana (Carlos Santana). In 1947. American guitarist born in Mexico. Pioneer of the genre of Latino-Rock. Multiple laureate of Grammy Prize.
17. Chet atkins (Chet Atkins), 1924-2001. American musician who worked in country genres, folk and jazz.
18. Chris Cain (Chris Cain), r. In 1955, American jazz and blues guitarist.
19. Chuck Berry (Chuck Berry), r. In 1926. American musician, one of the pioneers of rock and roll.
20. Cliff Gallup (Cliff Gallup), 1930-1988. Guitarist of the American group Gene Vincent and The Blue Caps playing rocabilly. Rockabilly Hall of Fame Hall (Rockabilly Hall Of Fame).
21. Dan Auerbach (Dan Auerbach), r. In 1979. Multi-instrumentalist and vocalist American blues-fatal group The Black Keys.
22. Danny Whitten (Danny Whitten), 1943-1972. The American musician, the composer, the most famous work with Neil Young in the Crazy Horse group.
23. Davey Graham (Davey Graham), 1940-2008. One of the most influential English folk musicians.
24. David Gilmor (David Gilmour), r. In 1946. Guitarist and vocalist of the British Rock Group Pink Floyd
25. David O'list (David O'List), r. In 1948. English guitarist, playing in the ATTACK, The Nice, Jet, Roxy Music.
26. Derek Trucks (Derek Trucks), r. In 1979. An outstanding slide guitarist, songwriter and producer. Participant The Allman Brothers Band.
27. Django Reinhardt (Django Reinhardt), 1910-1953, Guitarist of Gypsy origin from France, playing jazz manush
28. Duane Alman (Duane Allman) 1946-1971. One of the founders of the South Roque group The Allman Brothers Band.
29. Eddie Van Halen (Edward Lodewijk Van Halen), r. 01/26/1955. American musician of Dutch origin, founder of the same name Hard Rock group Van Halen
30. Elliott Randall (Elliott Randall), p. In 1947. American session musician
31. Eric Clapton (Eric Clapton), r. In 1945. British blues-fate guitarist, singer and composer, playing such groups like Yardbirds, John Mayall And the BlueSbreakers, Cream, Blind Faith, Derek and Domino and released many solo albums. The only musician, three times entered in the Hall of Glory Rock and Roll.
32. Frank Marino (Frank Marino), r. In 1954. Guitarist and the leader of the Canadian Hard Rock Group Mahogany Rush.
33. Frank Zappa (Frank Zappa), 1940-1993. American musician, composer who played the most diverse music from rock to jazz.
34. GEORDIE WALKER (Geordie Walker), r. In 1958. (Nag.Imiya - Kevin Walker). English Rock Musician from Post-Punk Group Killing Joke
35. George Harrison (George Harrison) 1943 - 2001. The Beatles
36. Glenn Tipton (Glen Tipton), p. In 1948 and Kenneth Downing (K.K. Downing), r. In 1951. Guitarists of the British Havie Metal Group Judas Priest
37. Greg Sage (Greg Sage) Founder, guitarist and vocalist Punk rock band The Wipers.
38. Hank Marvin (Hank Marvin), r. In 1941. Lid-guitarist of the English group The Shadows.
39. Jack White (Jack White), r. In 1975. American rock musician playing with his ex-wife in Duet The White Stripes
40. Jeff Baxter (Jeff Baxter), p. 12/13/1948, American guitarist, most famous for its participation in groups such as Steely Dan and The Doobie Brothers
41. Jeff Beck (Jeff Beck), r. In 1944. British musician, guitarist of the Yardbirds Group, founder of Jeff Beck Group, winner 5 Grammy and 3 Classic Rock Awards.
42. Jeff Healey 1966-2008. Famous Canadian blues guitarist. Being blind, playing the guitar putting her plafhmy on his knees.
43. Jerry Cantrell (Jerry Cantrell), r. 03/18/1966. One of the founders, the author of songs and guitarist groups Alice in Chains
44. Jerry Reed (Jerry Reed), 1937-2008, American Country Musician, the author of songs who performed including Elvis Presley. Removed in the movies.
45. Jim McCarty (Jim McCarty), r. In 1945 in Detroit. American blues-fat musician playing Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels, Cactus.
46. \u200b\u200bJimi Hendrix Jimi Hendrix Experience
47. Jimmy Herring (Jimmy Herring), r. In 1962. Musician, playing in The Allman Brothers Band, Grateful Dead, Widespread Panic, Founder Jam Band Group Aquarium Rescue Unit
48. Jimmy Page (Jimmy Page), r. In 1944. British musician, composer. I started my career with a session musician, then played in Yardbirds. Founder LED Zeppelin, Member The Firm.
49. Joe Bonamassa (Joe Bonamassa), r. In 1977. American blues-fatal guitarist, currently plays in the Black Country Communion supergroup.
50. Joe Perry (Joe Perry), r. 09/10/1950. Aerosmith.
51. Joe Satriani (Joe Satriani), r. In 1956. American guitarist, a member of the G3 project, is currently playing in the Chickenfoot supergroup.
52. John Chipollin (John Cipollina), 1943 -1989. Founder and Lid-guitarist Rock band from San Francisco Quicksilver Messenger Service.
53. John Lennon (John Lennon) 09.10.1940 - 08.12.1980. The Beatles.
54. John Martin (John Martyn) 1948-2009. British guitarist, singer and songwriter who worked in the genres of Folk, jazz and blues.
55. John McLaughlin (John McLaughlin), 04.01.1940. A British musician working in the style of Jazz Fusion, the founder of Mahavishnu ORCHESTRA.
56. Johnny Winter (Johnny Winter), r. In 1944. One of the best American blues musicians.
57. Keith Richards (Keith Richards), r. In 1943. Clean guitarist, songwriter and one of the founders of The Rolling Stones. He got a nickname "man-riff".
58. Kirk Hammett (Kirk Hammett), r. In 1962. Founder of American Trash Metal Group Exodus, from 1983 Member of the Metallica group.
59. Larry Carlton (Larry Carlton), r. In 1948. The American guitarist, the most famous for work in the Steely Dan group, his polystytic guitar lived in jazz fusion and classic rock
60. Leslie West (Leslie West), r. 10/22/1945. American musician, one of the founders of the Hard Rock of the Mountain group.
61. LONNI DONEGAN (LONNIE DONEGAN) 1931-2002, English guitarist who received the title "King Skiffl".
62. Lowell George (Lowell George) 1945-1979, American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentist from Little Feat group.
63. Malcolm Young (Malcolm Young) r. 1953 in Glasgow. Founder and rhythm guitarist Australian AC / DC Group.
64. Marty Friedman (Marty Friedman), r. 8.12.1962. American guitarist playing Megadeth. Currently lives in Japan.
65. Matthew Bellamy (Matthew Bellamy). 07/09/1978. The leader of the British alternative rock group MUSE.
66. Mattias Jabs (Matthias Jabs), r. In 1955. Guitarist of the German Rock Group Scorpions
67. Michael Schenker (Michael Schenker), r. In 1955. German guitarist, a former member of the SCORPIONS and UFO rock bands, the founder of Michael Schenker Group. Schuenker Rudolf Guitarist's younger brother.
68. Mick Green (MICK Green) 1944-2010, Johnny Kidd & The Pirates
69. Mick Ralphs (MICK RALPHS), p. In 1944. English musician, playing Mott the Hoople and Bad Company
70. Mick Taylor (Mick Taylor), r. In 1949. English musician, the most famous for its participation in the John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers and Rolling Stones.
71. Mike Bloomfield (Mike Bloomfield), 1943 - 1981. American musician, guitarist and composer, the most famous for working in The Paul Butterfield Blues Band
72. Neil Young (Neil Young) r. In 1945. Canadian musician, playing in Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (Csny), Crazy Horse.
73. Paul Gilbert (Paul Gilbert), r. In 1966. The American guitarist, playing in groups of Racer X and Mr.big, also produced solo albums. Member of the G3 project (along with Joe Satriani and John Petrucci).
74. Plant Kosoff (Paul Kossoff), 1950 - 1976. Guitarist of the British Rock Group FREE
75. Pete Townsend (PETE TOWNSHEND), r. In 1945. Guitarist and the main composer of the British rock band The WHO. It is famous not only by musical talents, but also by his rouse behavior on the stage, the first of the rock musicians began to break guitars and break the enhancer body.
76. Peter Green (Peter Green), r. 10.29.1946. British musician, Guitarist John Mayall and The Bluesbreakers, Founder of Fleetwood Mac Group.
77. Randy California (Randy California), 1951-1997. Guitarist, singer and composer of the American rock band Spirit.
78. Randy Roads (Randy Rhoads), 1956 - 1982. The American Musician, who played in Quiet Riot and the Ozzy Osbourne group.
79. Rick Derringer (Rick Derringer), r. In 1947, the American guitarist, playing blues-rock and hard rock.
80. Richie Blackmore (Ritchie Blackmore), r. 04/14/1945. English musician, one of the founders of the Rock Group of Deep Purple, the founder of Rainbow and Blackmore groups "S Night.
81. Robby Krieger (Robby Krieger), r. In 1946. Guitarist American Rock band The Doors
82. Robert Fripp (Robert FRIPP), r. In 1946. The only permanent participant of the King Crimson prog rock group
83. Robin Trauer (Robin Trol), r. In 1945. British musician, founder of the Power Trio of the same name. From 1967 to 1972 he played in the Procol Harum group.
84. Ron Ashton (Ron Asheton), 1948-2009. American musician who played in the proto-punk group The Stoges.
85. Rory Gallagher (Rory Gallagher), 1948-1995. Irish blues-fat guitar player, at the beginning of his career played in the Taste group.
86. Roy Buchanan (ROY BUCHANAN) 1939-1988. American guitarist who combined Blues and Country in his game. After his tragic death in a police station chamber, he received the title "Best Unknown Guitarist of the World" from the American press.
87. Scott Gorham (Scott Gorham), r. In 1951. American guitarist playing in the Irish rock group Thin Lizzy.
88. Skip James (Skip James) 1902-1969. One of the Patriarchs Blues, a member of the Blues Glory Hall (Blues Hall Of Fame)
89. Slash (Slash), p. In 1965 (real name - Sol Hudson). American guitarist born in England. He played in Guns N 'Roses and Velvet Revolver groups. Currently engaged in solo projects.
90. Stan Webb (Stan Webb) r. 02/03/1946. Lid-guitarist and vocalist of the English blues group Chicken Shack.
91. Steve Morse (Steve Morse), p. In 1954. American guitarist playing in the British Hard Rock Group Deep Purple
92. Steve Wai (Steve VAI) p. In 1960. American guitarist virtuoso, who started a career from Frank Zappa, who collaborated with David Lee Rot, WhiteSnake Group, permanent participant musical project G3.
93. Stevie Ray Vaughan 1954 - 1990. American bluesman who died in a helicopter catastrophe.
94. Tom Morello (Tom Morello), r. In 1964. American musician, playing rock bands Rage Against The Machine and Audioslave.
95. Tony Iomimi (Toni Iommi), r. In 1948. Founder of the British BLACK SABBATH group.
96. Uli John Roth (ULI John Roth), r. In 1954. Former Guitarist of the German Rock Group Scorpions
97. Vini Reilly, R. In 1953. Guitarist of the English post-punk group The Durutti Column.
98. Wolf Hoffmann (Wolf Hoffman), p. In 1959. Musician of the German Hawi Metal Group Accept.
99. Inve Malmsteen (Yngwie Malmsteen), r. In 1963. Swedish rock instrumentalist.
100. Wylde Zakk (Zakk Wylde), p. In 1967. The former Guitarist of the Ozzy Osbourne group, the founder of the rock band BLACK LABEL SOCIETY.

PS. I was surprised by the following fact:
"12. Brian May (Brian May), r. In 1947 in London. British musician, founder of the Queen group, Commander of the Order of the British Empire, Doctor of Science."
Right my colleague almost like anything !!!

Russian translation of the article Guitar World magazine, March 2004. Technical Ecstasy: The 100 Greatest Metal Guitarists, by Joe Bosso, Alan di Perna, Dan Epstein, Martin Popoff and Jon Wiederhorn

This is a list of the greatest metal guitarists. This is not the rating of the most speed or the most technical guitarists (although many musicians from our list are completely and are). This is a tribute to the greatest, from which you can make nails, the veins of which the molten metal flows. This material about those who go on the way of life carving fire sparks, bright stars illuminating the road going beyond them.

It is strongly recommended for reading the crust. Almost no one is forgotten and appreciated. There are examples of tracks that should be heard. I am sure that you will discover a lot of new things even in such a washed genre as heavy metal.

The whole list:
01. Tony Iommi (Black Sabbath)
02. Kirk Hammett & James Hetfield (Metallica)
03. Angus & Malcolm Young (AC / DC)
04. Randy Rhoads (Ozzy Osbourne)
05. EDDIE VAN HALEN (Van Halen)
06. Jimmy Page (LED Zeppelin)
07. Dimebag Darrell (Pantera, DamagePlan)
08. Zakk Wylde (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Label Society)
09. Adam Jones (Tool)
10. Kerry King & Jeff Hanneman (Slayer)
11. Dave Murray & Adrian Smith (Iron Maiden)
12. Jimi Hendrix.
13. GLEN TIPTON & K.K. DOWNING (Judas Priest)
14. Ace Frehley & Paul Stanley (KISS)
15. Slash (Guns N 'Roses)
16. Ritchie Blackmore (Deep Purple, Rainbow)
17. Yngwie Malmsteen.
18. Joe Perry & Brad Whitford (Aerosmith)
19. Dave Mustaine & Marty Friedman (Megadeth)
20. Chuck Schuldiner (Death)
21. BRIAN MAY (Queen)
22. MICHAEL SCHENKER (MSG, UFO)
23. NIGEL TUFNEL (Spinal Tap)
24. Jeff Beck.
25. Tom Morello (Rage Against The Machine)
26. HEAD & MUNKY (Korn)
27. John Petrucci (DREAM THEATER)
28. Kim Thayil (Soundgarden)
29. Vivian Campbell (Def Leppard)
30. Daron Malakian (System Of A Down)
31. Scott Ian (Anthrax)
32. Tom G. Warrior (Celtic Frost)
33. CHRIS DEGARMO & MICHAEL WILTON (Queensrÿche)
34. C.C. Deville
35. Marten Hagström & Fredrik Thorndendal (Meshuggah)
36. Alex Lifeson (Rush)
37. Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big, Racer X)
38. Jerry Cantrell (Alice in Chains)
39. Mantas (Venom)
40. Jason Becker (Dave Lee Roth)
41. Phil COLLEN & STEVE CLARKE (DEF LEPPARD)
42. Mikael Åkerfeldt & Peter Lindgren (OPETH)
43. Fast Eddie Clarke (Motörhead)
44. NUNO BETTENCOURT (EXTREME)
45. Warren Demartini (Ratt)
46. \u200b\u200bMICK MARS (Mötley CRÜE)
47. George Lynch (Dokken)
48. Ted Nugent
49. Jake E. Lee (Ozzy Osbourne, Badlands)
50. Rudolf Schenker & ULI John Roth (Scorpions)
51. Oystein "EURONYMOUS" AARSETH (MAYHEM)
52. SCOTT GORHAM & BRIAN ROBERTSON (Thin Lizzy)
53. Steve VAI (Dave Lee Roth)
54. Reb Beach (Winger, Dokken)
55. Trey Azagthoth (Morbid Angel)
56. John Sykes (Thin Lizzy, Blue Murder)
57. HANK SHERMANN & MICHAEL DENNER (MERCYFUL FATE)
58. Richie Sambora (Bon Jovi)
59. Jon Donais & Matt Backhand (Shadows Fall)
60. Stephen Carpenter (Deftones)
61. Alex Skolnick & Eric Peterson (Testament)
62. BRIAN TATLER (Diamond Head)
63. JOHN CHRIST (Danzig)
64. Scott WINO WEINRICH (The Obsessed)
65. Pepper Keenan & Woody Weatherman (C.O.c.)
66. Tommy Victor (Prong)
67. LESLIE WEST (MOUNTAIN)
68. Vernon Reid (Living Color)
69. GLEN BUXTON & MICHAEL BRUCE (Alice Cooper)
70. BJORN GELOTTE & JESPER STROMBLAD (In Flames)
71. Jim Matheos (Fates Warning)
72. Gary Holt & Rick Hunolt (EXODUS)
73. Donald Buck Dharma Roeser (Blue Öyster Cult)
74. Michael Amott (Arch Enemy)
75. Robert FRIPP (King Crimson)
76. Andre Olbrich (Blind Guardian)
77. Joe Satriani.
78. FRANK HANNON & TOMMY SKEOCH (TESLA)
79. Ty Tabor (King's X)
80. Mark Morton & Will ADLER (Lamb of God)
81. Dino Cazares (Fear Factory)
82. PETE TOWNSHEND (THE WHO)
83. JON SCHAFFER (ICED EARTH)
84. Timo Tolkki (Stratovarius)
85. Neil Young.
86. ABBATH Doom Occulta (Immortal)
87. Kai Hansen (Gamma Ray)
88. UFFE CEDERLUND & ALEX HELLID (ENTOMBED)
89. LEIGH STEPHENS (BLUE CHEER)
90. Jim Martin (Faith no more)
91. MICHAEL ROMEO (Symphony X)
92. BILL STEER (Carcass)
93. Piggy (Voivod)
94. TONY BOURGE (BUDGIE)
95. SAMMY HAGAR (Van Halen)
96. Alexi Laiho (Children of Bodom)
97. Akira Takasaki (Loudness)
98. Michael Angelo.
99. John Kay & Michael Monarh (SteppenWolf)
100. Nick Bowcott (Grim Reaper)

Today, the guitar is one of the most common musical instruments. This musical instrument is relatively simple, and you can easily learn to play.

There are many types of guitars: classic guitars, electric, bass guitars, six-stringed and seven-time guitars. Today, the guitar can be heard on urban areas and in the best concert halls. Learning to play the guitar, in principle, can anyone, but in order to become a virtuoso guitarist, you need a lot. First of all, talent and great performance is needed, as well as the love of this tool and to his listener. We have prepared a list for you, which entered the best guitarists of the world. It was quite difficult to make it, as the musicians play different genres, they have a game manner. The list was compiled on the basis of the opinion of experts and authoritative musical publications. People who entered this list have long become real legends.

This is an American guitarist who was born in the family of immigrants from Italy. According to the authoritative music edition, Classic Rock, Satriani is one of the best guitarists of all time. He is a teacher of whole Pleiads of talented musicians, such as: David Bryson, Charlie Hunter, Larry Lalonda, Steve Wai and many others.

He was even invited to the famous group of Deep Purple, but their cooperation turned out to be short. During his career, more than 10 million copies of his albums were released. Those techniques of the game that he used cannot repeat most of the musicians even after long-year training.

Randy Rose

This is a brilliant American guitarist who played heavy music and worked with the famous Ozzy Osborne. His game was distinguished not only by the highest technique of performance, but also large emotionality. People who knew Randy closely, celebrated his maniakal love for music and to their tool. He began to study music in early childhood and already at the age of 14 spoke in amateur groups.

Rose was also a talented composer. In 1982, he died as a result of an accident - crashed on an light engineer.

This person is considered one of the most talented Gitarists of Great Britain. Also, Page is known as a musical producer, an arguer and a talented composer. He began playing the guitar in early adolescence, then graduated from a music school and engaged in self-education.

It was Jimmy Page standing at the origins legendary group Led Zeppelin, and for many years was its informal leader. The technique of this guitarist is considered impeccable.

This musician is an example for imitation. It can extract unusually bright sounds from the tool. This person has received a prestigious Prize "Grammy" seven times. It seems that the game is not worth him at all efforts.

Jeff BEK tried his strength in different areas Music: He played blues rock, hard Rock, Fusion and other styles. And he always accompanied success.

Music, the future virtuoso began to engage in church church, then tried to play different musical instruments: violin, piano and drums. In the mid-60s of the last century, he began playing the guitar, changed several musical groups, and then stopped at the solo career.

This person can be called guitarist number one in the world of "heavy" music. He was a talented composer, the author of the songs and musical producer. However, Tony is most famous as the founder of the Black Sabbath group.

Tony started his own labor activity, working as a welder at a construction site, then after an accident left this work.

One of the best guitaristswho worked in the style of blues. He was born in the USA, in Wisconsin, in 1954. He often took him to concerts of different celebrities, and a boy from early childhood loved music. His brother also became a famous musician, and it was he who in early childhood taught Stevie to handle a guitar.

He played hearing because he did not know note literacy. At thirteen years, the boy has already performed in famous clubs and left high Schoolto devote yourself to music.

In 1990, the musician died as a result of an accident. The listeners really liked his manner of the game: emotional and at the same time very soft. He was a real pet favorite.

This is an American guitarist of Dutch origin. It is known for its unique and inimitable technique. In addition, Halen is a famous designer of musical instruments and equipment.

Halen was born in 1954 in the Netherlands. His father was professional musicianwho gave the boy the second name Ludwig, in honor of the composer Beethoven. In early childhood, he began learning to play the piano, but soon realized that it was pretty boring. Then he took drum installation, in his brother began to study the guitar. After some time, the brothers changed to tools.

In 2012, he was recognized as the best guitarist of the year. Halena has a third language after the treatment of oncological disease.

Halen amazes with its unique guitar technology. It is even more striking what he is self-taught and never took lessons from famous guitarists.

This is the famous musician who performed in the style of blues. He was born in 1911 in the state of Mississippi, and tragically died in 1938. The art of playing the guitar was given to Robert with great difficulty, but he perfectly mastered the instrument. His creativity had a huge impact on further development music genrein which he worked.

This black performer explained his talent with a deal with the Devil, which he concluded on a magic intersection. There he sold his soul in exchange for an exceptional musical talent. Died Johnson by hand jealous husband. There are only two photos of the famous musician, most He spent his life away from a large scene, playing in snack bars and restaurants.

By his biography, several films were shot.

This British musician is one of most authoritative guitarists in the world. In the list of the most influential musicians, who was compiled by the famous music publishing Rolling Stone, Clapton ranks fourth among best guitarists.

He performs in the style of rock, blues and in classic style. The sound that gives rise to his fingers is very smooth and driving. That is why Clapton got the nickname "Slow Hand". The musician was awarded the Order of the British Empire - one of the most revered awards in the UK.

Future famous musician Born in 1945 in England. My first guitar boy received a birthday at the age of thirteen. This determined it further fate. Especially attracted young man blues. The style of execution of Clapton changed over the years, but always in it could be seen a blues root.

Clapton collaborated with several groups, and then he began the solo career.

The musician collects dear cars Ferrari, he has a wonderful collection.

The best guitarist of all times and peoples It is considered Jimmy Hendrix. This opinion is adhered to many experts and music critics. Hendix was also a very talented composer and performer of songs.

Future was born great musician In 1942 in Washington state. He began his career in Neshville's small town, playing a guitarist from the popular Pianist Little Richard, but rather quickly left this team, starting his own career. In the youth, the future great guitarist was even sentenced to two years in prison for the hijacking of the car, but instead of prison he went to the army.

Besides virtuoso Game On the guitar, Hendricks knew how to turn every his performance in a bright and memorable show and quickly turned into a celebrity.

He constantly generated new ideas, invented new effects and receptions of the game on their instrument. His technique of the game was recognized as unique, he knew how to play a guitar in any pose.

The musician was tragically died in 1970, having accepted a large dose of sleeping pills and choking the vomit's masses. His girlfriend did not cause physicians, as there were drugs in the hotel's room. Therefore, a musician was not given timely help.

If you decide to learn how to play a guitar rock, then your swim in the world of music, one way or another, will begin with the purchase of acoustic or electric guitar. Now there are quite many different manufacturers, types and lines of guitars for each of them. Already, sometimes, the eyes scatter. I will touch the question of choosing a guitar in the following articles, but now let's look at ten of the best guitars in the world, in the sound of which you can be more than confident. After all, it is not enough to know a couple of simple chords, to learn the pentatonic boxes, be able to take Barre, or own several options for replacing the chord F, you need to have a good, reliable tool. Guitar, which not just sounded perfectly, but also corresponded to your chosen music style.

Among the best of the best you will find not only electric guitars, but also acoustic guitars. Since rock performers sometimes give unplagged (acoustic) concerts using all sorts of guitars, in our top Gitar There will be tools for classical music and jazz. So, welcome to the world of guitars legends, to the world of the best, ever created by a person. Fortunately for us, these guitars still can be found in the music stores of our cities. They know about them all over the world, because they have become cult, like their manufacturers.

Top 10: The best world guitars

1. Arkopa D "Angelico

Arkopa D "Angelico

Guitar master named John D'Angelico (John d'Angelico) - the creator of the best jazz guitars in the entire history of the direction of music. The tools were named Archtop. This word happened from the combination of English nouns Arch (arc) and TOP (upper deck). Very accurate name for guitars, the upper deck of which is not flat, like classic guitars (See below), and the expedited top arc, like a violin. Another element that rods these tools with violins is the resonators in the form of a Latin letter F. Therefore, if you see a magnified six-stringed violin with rages on the grief in the nearest music store, you know, it is one of the arms, possibly d Angelico.
D "Angelico is high-level banks that are still produced and are mainly used in jazz. Although many famous bluesmen and rockers also love to use these wonderful tools.

These arms are distinguished by a rich and warm sound, an elegant finish and a thorough choice of materials.

Years of production of Arkopov D "Angelico: From 1932 to 1964, from 2011 to date.

Many guitarists love to play not only jazz with blues, but also fond of flamenco and adore classical music. For them, classic Ramirez guitars were created, which most musicians consider best in their own way. These guitars are named after their creator José Raming. They produced from the middle of the XIX century and significantly influenced the further production of classical guitars. It was Ramiren who replaced the living strings to nylon, which are used now in classic guitars and give us a rich sound.

Currently, Ramirez guitars also make us great making and deep sound. The price of them is not cheap, but the guitars are worth it. According to the Spanish tradition, the name Jose Ramireps wore a few guitar masters - his heirs. He is also considered the founder of the Madrid school of guitar skills.

Years of release of classic Ramirez guitars: The middle of the XIX century - to this day.

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This wonderful guitar is produced since 1963. Thanks to her, we could hear the ringing and deep sound of such famous groupslike Beatles and Byrds. This is a full-fledged 12-string electric guitar. The ringing sound guitars early Beatles and Byrds is the Rickenbacker 360-12 business card. The sound of these guitars you do not confuse with any other guitar. The full-mounted design did sound warm and not so "electric". Since the 1980s, these guitars have become more in demand by the new generation of musicians due to their unique sound.

Years of release Rickenbacker 360-12: Since 1963.

4. Martin D-28

Since 1931, Martin has been producing acoustic guitars and dreadnough guitars (Dreadnought). Martin D-28 is one of these guitars. Her distinguishing feature is a frown bass tone and a large body. Due to this, the compositions performed on Martin D-28 become recognizable from the first notes. As a result, acoustic guitars with metal strings began to be manufactured with such a design.

Martin D-28 release years: Since 1931.

Perhaps you remember such a country virtuoso, how is Etkins? (Chet atkins). So, Gretsch 6120 is its favorite musical instrument. However, this guitar in the 50s and 60s thanks to the bright sound and the full-chipped design was used by many fans of rock and country. Produced since 1954.

Years of release GRETSCH 6120: Since 1954.

This is the first all-circuable electric guitar of Gibson. It is considered one of the symbols of rock music and one of the most popular guitars in the world. Designed at the beginning of 1950 Ted McCarthy and Guitar Forest Paul. It features a saturated basic sound, which makes it an excellent tool for playing hard rock and heavy metal. The Gibson Les Paul housing is made with one cut. The significance and popularity of this guitar confirms the fact that Les Paul 1959 Standard is worth at least $ 75,000.

Years of release Gibson Les Paul: Since 1952.

This is a famous acoustic guitar with a strong sound and an attractive appearance. Gibson J-200 due to steel strings and a large body has become actively used by country guitarists. Year of birth of this guitar - 1937. The guitar finish is also on summit: A rosewood tree with a bright pattern, inlaid stands with a form that resembles a mustache. Thanks to these characteristics, GIBSON J-200 has become one of the most popular acoustic guitars in the world, and rightly entered into ten of the best guitars in the world.

This is a guitar with a half-row design. Developed since 1958. With his sound, it resembles large arms and all-circuing guitars. This is the developers and desired to achieve when they produced Gibson ES-335. And it turned out. The guitar is characterized by a characteristic acoustic tint, thanks to which you can play both jazz and rock and roll. This guitar admired English guitarist Andy Summers.

Years of release Gibson ES-335: Since 1958.

Famous electric guitar with a solid body and two pickups. Spectacular design and wonderful sound set a new direction in the production of electric guitar. It was represented in the fall of 1949 and became the first guitar of this kind, which was produced in large quantities. Telecaster guitars have become popular among country guitarists. The design of the guitar consists of an amol or an ashole, maple grind and standard electronics, which remains classic to this day.

Years of release Fender Telecaster: Since 1954.

And our closures top 10 guitars Fender Stratocaster. The guitar was developed by Leo Fander, George Fullerton and Frendi Tavares in 1954. Released and currently, which proves its popularity. Her distinctive features: original sound, small sizes compared to jazz arcticopes and streamlined contours. This is exactly what it made it the best electricity in the world, and each self-respecting music store must have in its range a couple of Fender Stratocaster guitars.

Years of release Fender Stratocaster: Since 1954.

This is what the top ten looks like. best guitars in the world.

Note

Based on review list top 10 guitars From Mark Philips (music director of Charry Lane Music) and John Chappela (ch. Guitar magazine editor).

I hope that the information has been useful for you and you chose a desired guitar among them. And more rock and roll!