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Elwood emphasizes the importance of having a consistent weight for Gibbons' guitars. Many of them have undergone extensive modifications, such as being hollowed out or chambered, to achieve optimal lightness without sacrificing sound.
Consistency is Key
One of the most intriguing aspects of Gibbons’ rig is the consistent sound that Elwood helps to maintain across different guitar changes. Each guitar has specific EQ settings that have been benchmarked against the Pearly Gates model. This meticulous approach ensures that when Gibbons transitions between instruments during a performance, the tonal qualities remain homogeneous.