FredZepp Posted January 18, 2011 Author Posted January 18, 2011 From Guitar International... While there were many huge names at this year’s NAMM show, including Megadeth, Hell Yeah, Steve Vai and Orianthi to name but a few, one of the player’s that we thought really stole the show was Alex Skolnick. Most readers will know Alex from his work with Testament, but his recent move into the fusion jazz world has also been highly successful, with a new album by his trio due out in March of this year. We were blown away by the Alex Skolnick trio’s performance during the first day of the show, and so we were glad we ran into his solo gig at the Heritage booth, where he was demoing his H-150 signature guitar. With a large crowd gathered around him, the talented guitarist weaved his way through song after song of world class solo guitar work. Even with Steve Vai signing autographs just across the hall, the crowd at the Heritage booth never diminished, now that’s saying something, especially at an event like NAMM where folks are often darting from one both to another as fast as they can. After seeing two great performances by Alex at this year’s NAMMM we can’t wait to hear the new album in March, it’s looking to be a great release by a great guitarist
SouthpawGuy Posted January 18, 2011 Posted January 18, 2011 The 157 looks dwarfed beside the Kenny Burrell ! I thought white was no longer a finish option on 150 / 157s' ? Looks like they're making them again.
tulk1 Posted January 18, 2011 Posted January 18, 2011 I thought white was no longer a finish option on 150 / 157s' ? Looks like they're making them again. I thought it'd gone to "Special Order" status. I was thinking of ordering something in white, to match the H555 Custom. Maybe it won't be such a big deal if/when I do.
FredZepp Posted January 19, 2011 Author Posted January 19, 2011 With a large crowd gathered around him, the talented guitarist weaved his way through song after song of world class solo guitar work. Even with Steve Vai signing autographs just across the hall, the crowd at the Heritage booth never diminished, now that’s saying something, especially at an event like NAMM where folks are often darting from one both to another as fast as they can. I love this part....
zookroo1 Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 I'll take these 6 to go please. Do you offer free gift wrapping?
Gitfiddler Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 Did any of you notice Heritage Pres., Vince Margol standing on the far left of this picture?
Steiner Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 Hey, you're right. I was drawn in by "Marshall Man" with his Trick - or - Treat bag on the right. Then there's the awesome Sweet 16 and Golden Eagle
GuitArtMan Posted January 19, 2011 Posted January 19, 2011 I haven't been able to verify that Heritage is set up at this NAMM. While the NAMM website had a listing for them and a booth number, Heritage is not on the lists or on the maps that I can find... I had thought that Heritage did the Summer NAMM only.. so it was a surprise to see them listed for this one.. I'll certainly post if I can find anything on them. They were at Winter NAMM last year. I spoke with Vince and Jay both, saw Johnny Hiland playing the 535 long neck (I thought he was going to buy it on the spot) and saw the weasel Ed Roman visit the booth.
FredZepp Posted January 20, 2011 Author Posted January 20, 2011 CHECK THIS ONE OUT !! Alex Skolnick does some great stuff in this vid at the Heritage Booth at Winter NAMM 2011 >>>>>>>>
Kuz Posted January 20, 2011 Posted January 20, 2011 Did any of you notice Heritage Pres., Vince Margol standing on the far left of this picture? I know Vince quite well, so actually I noticed him before I saw the killer guitars hanging there!!!
skydog52 Posted January 20, 2011 Posted January 20, 2011 I don't know if this was posted yet. You can see his rhythm player
DetroitBlues Posted January 20, 2011 Posted January 20, 2011 I've seen Marty from guitarjamz.com and Robert from Dolphinstreet.com both show some videos and pictures of the Heritage guitar booth in NAMM '11
rjsanders Posted January 20, 2011 Posted January 20, 2011 I don't know if this was posted yet. You can see his rhythm player looks & sounds like Gregg De Lorto
skydog52 Posted January 20, 2011 Posted January 20, 2011 looks & sounds like Gregg De Lorto Wow that DeLorto model Eagle is a looker. Bet it plays like butter!
bebove64 Posted January 20, 2011 Posted January 20, 2011 HEY .. this just posted.. They are there !!! Next to Diezel Amps.. Hey www.accordo.it took this video agh agh From "the boot" directly at the NAMM . Here is the link: http://chitarre.accordo.it/articles/2011/01/46853/namm-2011-heritage-guitars-e-alex-skolnick.html
NoNameBand Posted January 21, 2011 Posted January 21, 2011 I'll bet that Heritage, the factory could get us passes (as guests of Heritage) if we wanted to go next year even though we may have to pay for them. They probably get just a few free passes. Might be a good road trip for those (me included) that would like to go. Maybe we can get Brent to ask???
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