To many guitar players, Les Paul is a type of elite guitar. Actually this guitar was named in honor of one of the greatest guitar players and innovators of all time. He was a multifacited individual. Here is a short Wikipedia excerpt about Les:
Lester William Polsfuss, known as Les Paul (June 9, 1915 – August 13, 2009) was a pioneer in the development of the solid-body electric guitar which “made the sound of rock and roll possible.” His many recording innovations included overdubbing (also known as sound on sound), delay effects such as tape delay, phasing effects, and multitrack recording.
His innovative talents extended into his unique playing style, including licks, trills, chording sequences, fretting techniques and timing, which set him apart from his contemporaries and inspired many of the guitarists of the present day
To view the entire entry Les Paul Biography.
For a video of Les when he was 90 years old – and still playing.
