Chet Atkins

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By Guitar Player Staff last updated 12 July 21

VIDEO Watch the guitar hero of guitar heroes take his new Gretsch signature model out for a spin live on TV.

By Jim Campilongo published 7 December 20

When the Country Gentleman and the Dire Straits legend hit the studio, guitar magic started happening.

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