Before Fender. Before Gibson. There was Bigsby.

This Limited Collector’s Edition of The Story of Paul A. Bigsby is one of the most important pieces of guitar history you can own. Produced in an exclusive run of just 800 copies, this deluxe edition is autographed by Fred Gretsch and housed in a premium collector’s box.

A stunning coffee table book packed with rare photography, untold stories, and even an audio CD of Bigsby himself—this is as close as it gets to owning a piece of electric guitar history.

Why You’ll Love It

• Limited to only 800 copies worldwide
• Signed by Fred Gretsch
• Deluxe collector’s box (premium presentation)
• Over 300 rare photos (many never published)
• Includes audio CD of Paul Bigsby (1950s recordings)
• Deep dive into the origins of the modern electric guitar

Details

• Author: Andy Babiuk
• Format: Hardcover + deluxe clamshell case
• Pages: 196
• Size: 11" x 1.8" x 14"
• Edition: Limited Collector’s Edition (Signed)
• Publisher: Gretsch (2009)

Extremely Limited

Only a small number ever made—this is true collector-level inventory.

Perfect For

Serious collectors • Guitar historians • Bigsby fans • High-end gifts • Display pieces