Charlie Christian
JazzBebop1940s

Charlie Christian

Gibson ES-150 through a clean amplifier — Christian was the first electric guitarist to be recognised as an equal voice in jazz combos, establishing single-note electric guitar soloing as an art form.

Budget Rig Breakdown

Signal Chain

AmpBlues Jr
Fender Blues Junior IV — Amp
Estimated total~£449

About Charlie Christian's Sound

Gibson ES-150 through a clean amplifier — Christian was the first electric guitarist to be recognised as an equal voice in jazz combos, establishing single-note electric guitar soloing as an art form.