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'Blackie' at the Rainbow Concert

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Who uses it

Eric ClaptonBlackie on stage and record 1973–1985
First live appearance on January 13, 1973, at Pete Townshend's Rainbow comeback concert; then on nearly every album to 1985. GroundGuitar (fan archive): Eric Clapton's 'Blackie' ↗

Affordable clones & alternatives

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Squier Sonic Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Laurel Fingerboard~$250 new approx.
Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster Electric Guitar, Maple~$500 new approx.

Budget clone: Squier Classic Vibe Strat
Boutique clone: Suhr Classic S / Fender Custom Shop

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