Donald Trump Guitars - Response to Gibson Cease-&-Desist
Trump Guitars has recently updated its models and website in response to a cease-and-desist order from Gibson.
UPDATE 2 December
Trump Guitars has recently updated its models and website in response to a cease-and-desist order from Gibson. The company specializes in Donald Trump—and MAGA-themed instruments, some priced in the five-figure range. Its site features images of Trump endorsing the guitars. It also claims to be "veteran-owned." Gibson raised concerns about the brand’s American Eagle and Presidential series models, arguing that they violated its trademarks and the Les Paul design. In response, Trump Guitars has unveiled new images of its Presidential series, which exhibit slight design modifications. Some guitars from the American Eagle range appear to be "sold out," prompting a large banner to cover these designs completely. A photograph that previously depicted Trump signing the electric version of the American Eagle has been altered to show a close-up of the acoustic model instead. Additionally, the website now includes a disclaimer stating: “GetTrumpGuitars.com is not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with Gibson Brands Inc. or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates, nor does it represent itself as a dealer, manufacturer, or distributor of Gibson, Les Paul Standard, Les Paul Custom, or any of their products.” The remaining electric models feature mahogany bodies and necks, a rosewood fretboard with a MAGA inlay, and are equipped with "Maga 45 Trumpbuckers." Many of these models are available in limited quantities.
UPDATE 25 November
Gibson has now issued a cease and desist order to Trump Guitars owner 16 Creative, accusing it of infringing upon its trademarks. In a new statement shared with Guitar World, Gibson writes: “We can confirm a cease and desist has been issued against 16 Creative as the design infringes upon Gibson’s exclusive trademarks, particularly the iconic Les Paul body shape.”
Donald Trump Guitars
We thought Hello Kitty guitars announced recently were a bit eccentric (and very pink), but now news has broken about a Donald Trump American Eagle guitar series being launched! Featuring the iconic "Make America Great Again" slogan in authentic pearl on the neck and the number "45" on the headstock, these guitars commemorate Trump's 45th presidency. Adorned with images of the American flag and a bald eagle, these instruments are a true homage to American pride.
Get Trump Guitars
We cannot find any official information about who is building these guitars apart from a vague statement on the site. We are also not sure if the President-Elect plays the guitar. The official statement on the site states the following.
Who is the manufacturer of these guitars?
All of the guitars featured on GetTrumpGuitars.com were custom designed and developed by a Veteran owned company with the help of a master luthier. These guitars have been manufactured by multiple providers and include parts/features that are both domestic and international. This is standard with most guitar manufacturers.
$10k Autographed
For collectors seeking a personalized touch, select guitars autographed by Trump are available for $10,000***.*** Only 275 pieces are offered.
Non-autographed guitars are priced between $1,250 and $1,500, with a limited run of 1,000 each. All "American Eagle" guitars will arrive by Christmas, making them perfect for gifting to music or history enthusiasts.
Presidential Series
The series also includes the "Presidential Series" guitars in bold red, yellow, or black, featuring the Trump name. Priced at around $2,000, these guitars can be delivered in up to six months.
Guitar Bomb Verdict
Whatever your views on politics, these guitars are intriguing and could, in the future, become sought after by collectors of American history and limited run guitars.
However, we don't know much about the builds or who actually makes them, so it is hard to form an informed opinion about these instruments. Let us know what you think in the comments section below.
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