The Fat Bottom Guitars Blog

Launched in the early 2000s, the Gibson ES-137 fused jazz box style with solid-body sustain. Discover its unique specs, short-lived production run, and growing legacy.

From noisy single coils to the warm, powerful tones of the humbucker, this blog traces the evolution of the dual-coil pickup. Learn about its invention, the pioneers who brought it to life, and the iconic guitars that made it a must-have for players worldwide.

From its golden-era roots to the CBS takeover, the Fender Jazzmaster underwent a decade of evolution in the 1960s. In this post, we chart the key spec changes — including pickguard swaps, fretboard updates, binding additions, and decal redesigns — that shaped this cult classic offset into the guitar we know today.

From Hendrix to Slash, Marshall amplifiers have been the beating heart of rock for over 60 years. Explore the evolution of the world’s loudest amp brand.

The Gibson J-200 isn’t just a big-bodied acoustic — it’s a piece of American music history. From cowboy crooners to classic rock legends, we trace the evolution of the “King of the Flat-Tops,” explore its major spec changes, and highlight the artists who made it sing.

Under CBS ownership, 1970s Fender Stratocasters went through several major changes—some beloved, others debate—and left today’s players with a complex legacy to assess.

Nicknamed “The Workhorse,” the Gibson J‑45 is one of the most enduring acoustic guitars ever built. In this post, we trace its roots from wartime necessity to folk and rock mainstay — revealing why this slope-shouldered classic still matters to musicians today.

From jazz clubs to rock stages, the Gibson ES-175 has been a staple of guitar tone and style since 1949. Discover the story behind this hollow-body legend.

Before Fender Japan was a thing, Greco was already crafting world-class guitars in Tokyo. Dive into the Super Real era, Mint Collection, and beyond in this deep history of one of Japan’s finest underdog brands.