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The Story Behind Gibson’s Legendary USA Map Guitar Prototype

August 4, 2026

The original Gibson USA Map Guitar prototype featured in the American-Made, World-Played advertising campaign.

Some guitars become famous because of the musicians who play them. Others become legendary because they represent an entire era in guitar history. One of the most recognizable ...

Gibson USA Map Guitar

The Story Behind Gibson’s Legendary USA Map Guitar Prototype

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