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| January 2008 | March 2008 | November 2008 | December 2008 |
Vigier guitars and Marshall amps blend together to serve up a rocking treat!
Vigier, pioneers of carbon fibre technology in guitar design, have joined
together with legendary British amplifier makers Marshall to provide three
different guitars (an Excalibur Ultra, Excalibur Supra fixed bridge and an
Expert Retro 54) for exclusive use in their on-site theatre.
This Anglo-French partnership will offer artists and customers who visit the
Marshall factory in Bletchley, Milton Keynes an opportunity to experience the
distinct British roar of Marshall amplifiers, as well as a chance to sample and
enjoy the French flavour of Vigier guitars simultaneously - the perfect recipe
for rock!!
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Vigier Introduces G.V. Series Guitars
Vigier, the pioneer of carbon-fiber technology in guitar design, is delighted
to introduce a unique new addition to its lineup. After a year of intense
research and development, Vigier proudly presents the G.V., which is the very
first single-cutaway guitar the company has created. The G.V. is a tribute to
Georges Vigier, who unselfishly contributed to the success of Vigier Guitars for
over 20 years.
By using the company's exclusive 10/90 system (10% carbon/90% wood) and a few
secrets in the design, Vigier has created a light guitar with superior tonal
characteristics. The G.V. offers balanced response, lots of power, no dead spots
on the fingerboard, and sustain that lasts forever. Furthermore, the G.V.
benefits from having a zero fret and Teflon nut, which create less friction to
allow strings to glide freely across the nut, and provide better stability in
tuning. Depending on the model, the G.V.'s electronics will include a pair of
either Amber or DiMarzio humbucking pickups that are activated by a 5-way pickup
selector switch.
For this new series, Vigier has developed an exclusive bridge and tailpiece that
can be locked in place once the setup is completed. This exceptional design
prevents tuning problems and guarantees better sustain.
The G.V. Series includes three models: G.V.Metal, G.V.Rock, G.V.Wood. All
instruments are carefully handcrafted by master luthiers using select grades of
alder and maple.
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Vigier Releases Bfoot 2009 Limited Edition
To celebrate a long collaboration between Vigier, the pioneer of carbon-fiber
technology in guitar design, and Guns N' Roses guitarist Ron
"Bumblefoot" Thal, Vigier has released a Bfoot 2009 Limited Edition
signature model.
Like the original Bfoot signature model, the 2009 Limited Edition benefits from
the company's exclusive 10/90 system (10% carbon/90% wood), providing flawless
stability of the neck, and the Vigier Floyd Rose vibrato, which pivots on
bearings for more accurate and stable tuning. Additionally, this model is
equipped with a push/push kill switch, Ron Thal's unique 5-way pickup selector
switch, as well as a removable thimble for slide playing.
The Bfoot 2009 Limited Edition is available in black sparkle and textblack
finish, and also includes a matching headstock.
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Vigier Introduces Its First Single-cutaway Electric Guitar
Vigier, the pioneer of carbon-fiber technology in guitar design, is proud to
introduce a new addition its family-the very first Vigier single-cutaway
electric guitar. This elite baby will deliver the hottest sounds of all guitars
in Vigier's product line. The single-cut body design reflects a combination of
modernism and tradition, which is exactly what this new Vigier model is about.
Like all Vigier instruments, the new single-cut guitar features a wood neck
reinforced by a carbon-fiber bar that utilizes the company's exclusive 10/90
system (10% carbon fiber/90% wood). The guitar is equipped with the new Vigier
nut made of Teflon, which dramatically reduces friction at the nut, where most
tuning problems typically occur. With a carbon-fiber reinforced neck and the new
Teflon nut, overall tuning is greatly improved and the instrument itself is
extremely reliable.
This sharp-looking babe has a solid alder body with a beautiful flamed maple
top. The bridge and tailpiece are Vigier's original design and include a unique
feature that makes it possible to lock any pieces of the bridge in place once
the setup is done. This useful attribute guarantees an improvement in tone,
greater sustain, as well as better tuning. The new single-cut model is equipped
with a pair of humbuckers, a 5-way pickup selector switch for a variety of
sounds, volume and tone controls.
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Pascal Mulot Gets The Low Down On Vigier
Vigier, the pioneer of carbon-fiber technology in guitar design, is pleased
to welcome esteemed bassist Pascal Mulot into the family of Vigier artists.
Mulot has been surrounded by music from an early age, as his father was a jazz
musician who played upright bass. Inspired by his father's legacy, in 1991 Mulot
became the first rock bassist in France to record a solo album, Purple Eyes. The
follow up, Bass And Love, was released in 1994, and his third disc, Can You Hear
Me, Jay?, came out in 1998. Look for Mulot's new album, Tsar Bomba, in January
2009. Some tracks on this latest disc were recorded with a Vigier Passion Custom
4-string fretless Delta Metal.
Mulot's unique style and innovative use of the bass have earned high praise,
leading him to share the stage with many top artists such as Steve Vai, Blues
Saraceno, Simon Phillips, TM Stevens, and Steve Lukather.
Mulot has chosen a Passion Series IV 4-string bass in Deep Burgundy as his
weapon of choice. "This is a bass with class!" Mulot affirms. "It
feels very comfortable in my hands and it's well-balanced for playing while
standing up. The neck has the legendary characteristics that make Vigier
instruments unique. Intonation is extremely precise, and the tone is very sweet
and warm. The Passion Series IV 4-string allows me to play things that I could
not play on other basses."
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Vigier Introduces New Teflon Nut For All Models
Vigier, the pioneer of carbon-fiber technology in guitar design, constantly
searches for new ways to improve its instruments. Sharp attention to detail and
an ongoing quest for perfection have made Vigier synonymous with innovation.
Recent experimentation using a new Teflon nut has led to a breakthrough that
greatly improves tuning and overall stability of the instruments. By
dramatically reducing friction at the nut, where tuning problems are most likely
to occur, strings will glide effortlessly through the slots of the new Teflon
nut and come back in tune when players are using the vibrato bar or bending
strings.
This new Teflon nut is easily replaceable, requiring no need for glue or a
luthier. Players will be able to make any necessary changes on their own
instruments and select the nut that best fits their preferred string gauge.
The new Teflon nut will be installed as a standard feature on all Vigier
instruments beginning in January 2009.
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Oneida James, bass player with Joe Cocker, feels the passion for Vigier
Vigier, pioneers of carbon fiber are both proud and honored to announce that
Oneida James joins the list of Vigier artists!
Oneida James has been performing as Joe Cocker's bassist since 2001. Although
specialized primarily in hip-hop, funk and RnB, Oneida James has also played and
recorded on numerous albums of various rock and pop genres. Oneida James has
performed with many of today's cutting edge musicians including performance in
the movie "For Your Consideration" with Joe Satriani and The Cree
Summer Band (produced by Lenny Kravitz) opening for The Lenny Kravitz world tour
for two years. She recorded and toured with the Hit TV Show Ally McBeal's
musical star, Vonda Shepard.
Oneida is one of the most creative and hard working bass players in music. She
is writing, producing and singing on her CD5 "Sun Song". She is the
author of one of the most influential bass guides produced; Groove Mastery, The
Bassist Guide to Time, Rhythm and Feel.
Oneida James will be playing the brand new Passion series IV 5 string basses.
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Vigier press releases March 2008
Marilyn is still young and charismatic.
Vigier presents a new version of its popular Marilyn guitar.
The Marilyn 2008 features a bolt on neck secured by 5 screws. Patrice Vigier
said "Not only the neck and body are strongly tightened together but we
have preserved the sculptured heel that made this guitar so easy to access
higher notes."
The Marilyn is powered by two high gain DiMarzio pickups and the jack output has
been repositioned on the side for a safer connection. As an option, the guitar
is ready to receive two active EMG pickups.
It is also equipped with our new Teflon/Graphite nut, material that reduces the
friction at nut to zero, the result is a better tuning stability.
The Marilyn is a desirable guitar for heavy metal guitarists and therefore is
available in any colour but most definitely black!
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Vigier present the brand new Excess Roger Glover Original Bass at at Musik Messe, March 2008.
Vigier, pioneers of carbon-fiber enhanced guitars and basses,
are proud to announce the exclusive release of a second Roger Glover signature
series bass. This exciting new instrument shares the same features found on the
legendary Vigier Excess II Original Bass; body made from the finest French
Alder, bolt on 10/90 carbon-reinforced neck, solid quick-release bridge and is
equipped with Benedetti pickups. Yet the Excess Roger Glover Original also
includes the special addition of 3-band EQ electronics, exclusively designed by
Glockenklang, as well as phosphorescent fret markings.
Roger Glover has sold over 100 million albums as a bass player and producer and
is highly respected by musicians around the world for his talents. Roger demands
only the best and this is why he relies on Vigier basses for his incredible
sound.
Vigier guitars and basses are entirely hand made in France.
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The new groundbreaking Arpege Bass.
Vigier Guitars have redesigned the elegant Arpege Bass 4 and 5
string. Benefiting from over twenty years of research and development, the
Arpege features a Vigier pioneered 10/90 carbon-reinforced bolt-on neck with a
carbon bar replacing the traditional truss rod. This groundbreaking technology
offers the strength and stability of carbon fiber whilst retaining the natural
sound and sustain of Maple.
The triple-layered, alder body with a thick maple top and back also contributes
to the instrument's stability and offers outstanding tonal quality.
Vigier has always created electronic routings that stand out, and this one is no
exception. The Arpege features a pair of single coil pickups with separate Bass,
Medium and Treble controls for each pickup - making the Arpege Bass unsurpassed
in versatility.
The New Arpege bass, with it's exceptional flexibility, stability and tone, is
sure to inspire bass players everywhere who seek innovation and perfection from
their instruments.
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Vigier unveils the new Passion Bass...
Vigier Guitars will unveil the all-new Passion Series IV, which
includes 4 and 5 string basses at Musik Messe 2008. The Passion IV features an
alder body with a maple top and back as well as Vigier's exclusive
carbon-reinforced bolt-on neck. This design ensures total stability of the
instrument in terms of sound, action and resistance to even the most extreme
climate changes.
The innovation doesn't stop there. We've installed a pair of noiseless custom
Delano single coil pickups with a new 3 band EQ electronic. This electronic has
been redesigned to be very easy to use and efficient on stage. Professional
bassists from around the globe rely on Vigier for their gigs. Maybe it's time
for you to invest in a serious instrument as well...
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Vigier press releases January 2008
Vigier present the brand new Excess Roger Glover Original Bass at Winter NAMM, January 2008.
Vigier, pioneers of carbon-fiber enhanced guitars and basses,
are proud to announce the exclusive release of a second Roger Glover signature
series bass. This exciting new instrument shares the same features found on the
legendary Vigier Excess II Original Bass; body made from the finest French
Alder, bolt on 10/90 carbon-reinforced neck, solid quick-release bridge and
equipped with Benedetti pickups. Yet the Excess Roger Glover Original also
includes the special addition of 3-band EQ electronics - exclusively designed by
Glockenklang - as well as phosphorescent fret markings.
Roger Glover has sold over 100 million albums as a bass player and producer and
is highly respected by musicians around the world for his talents. Roger demands
only the best and this is why he relies on Vigier basses for his incredible
sound.
Vigier guitars and basses are entirely hand made in France.
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The new groundbreaking Arpege Bass.
Vigier Guitars has redesigned the elegant Arpege Bass.
Benefiting from over twenty years of research and development, the Arpege
features a Vigier pioneered, 10/90 carbon-reinforced bolt-on neck with a carbon
bar replacing the traditional truss rod. This groundbreaking technology offers
the strength and stability of carbon fiber while retaining the natural sound and
sustain of Maple. The triple-layered, alder body with a thick maple top and back
also contributes to the instruments stability and offers exceptional tonal
quality.
Vigier has always created electronic routings that standout, and this one is no
exception. The Arpege features a pair of Benedetti pickups with separate Bass
and Treble controls for each pickup, making the Arpege Bass unsurpassed in
versatility.
The New Arpege bass, with it's exceptional flexibility, stability and tone, is
sure to inspire bass players everywhere who seek innovation and perfection from
their instruments.
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Vigier unveils the new Passion Bass...
Vigier Guitars will unveil the all new Passion Series IV basses
at the Winter NAMM show in Anaheim, California this January 2008. The Passion IV
features an alder body with maple top and back, and Vigier's exclusive
carbon-reinforced bolt-on neck. This design ensures total stability of the
instrument in terms of sound, action and resistance to even extreme climate
changes. The innovation doesn't stop there; we've installed a pair of single
coil pickups with a brand new electronic. Versatile, you said?
Professional bassists from around the globe rely on Vigier for their gigs. Maybe
it's time for you to invest in a serious instrument as well...
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