{"product_id":"chasing-tone-how-rob-turner-and-emg-revolutionized-the-guitars-sound-9781538181737","title":"Chasing Tone: How Rob Turner and EMG Revolutionized the Guitar's Sound","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eRob Turner revolutionized the electric guitar and bass, and his story is told in Chasing Tone. It includes exclusive interviews with top artists and colleagues, exploring the history of the electric guitar and bass and the elusive relationship between builder and creator. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 224 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 August 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rowman \u0026amp; Littlefield\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrince, Pink Floyd, Metallica, Toto, James Taylor, Keith Richards, and countless other musical icons have a profound debt of gratitude to Rob Turner, whose revolutionary contributions to the electric guitar and bass have left an indelible mark on the music industry. Chasing Tone, written by Jim Reilly, delves into the remarkable journey of Rob Turner, from his humble beginnings rewiring his father's transistor radio components to founding EMG, and ultimately reaching the pinnacle of global concert stages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJim Reilly, in his captivating narrative, weaves together a rich tapestry of exclusive interviews with renowned artists and colleagues, including James Hetfield, Kirk Hammett, and Robert Trujillo of Metallica; legendary session musician Leland Sklar; Vernon Reid of Living Colour; Victor Wooten; Béla Fleck; Nili Brosh; Jim Root of Slipknot; and guitar builders Mike McGuire and John Carruthers. Throughout this captivating journey, Reilly not only unveils the historical significance of the electric guitar and bass and how EMG pickups forever transformed their trajectory but also delves into the intricate relationship between builder and creator. He explores how these artists discovered their unique sound, paving the way for generations of musicians to follow.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChasing Tone offers a unique perspective, shedding light on the creative process from a side of the stage that has been previously underexplored. It provides a comprehensive history of popular music, offering a fresh and captivating narrative that resonates with music enthusiasts and enthusiasts alike. This book is a must-read for anyone who seeks to understand the profound impact of Rob Turner on the world of music and the enduring legacy he has created.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 484g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 159 x 237 x 22 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781538181737\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jim Reilly","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44515826630906,"sku":"9781538181737","price":29.28,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1692376550320_book.jpg?v=1692884998","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/chasing-tone-how-rob-turner-and-emg-revolutionized-the-guitars-sound-9781538181737","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}