less expensive than a Strat
or Les Paul. For a down-
and-out ‘80s punk, they
were just the ticket.
In modern times, the cult
status of vintage student
guitars has given way to
a full-blown collectors
market. Guitarists like Kurt
Cobain have done much
to increase the popularity
of these instruments,
resulting in a number of
reissues, as has the fact
that they are still relatively
abundant and affordable.
Vintage student guitars are
a great way to get going
in the vintage market
without taking out a third
mortgage or selling a
kidney, and they’re also
just cool instruments. Here
are a few classic starter
models to look out for.
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