The Collection: Cesar Gueikian President & CEO of Gibson

In this episode of “The Collection,” host Mark Agnesi is in Nashville, Tennessee, to check out the awe-inspiring collection of his friend and boss, Cesar Gueikian. An avid guitar collector for years, since becoming Brand President of Gibson Brands, Cesar’s collection has grown exponentially. ▶ Shop Gibson guitars HERE: https://bit.ly/49bRULL ▶ View the Gibson Certified Vintage guitars HERE: https://bit.ly/3UfOxz1 Cesar discusses how the guitars and record collection of his father influenced him and how the debut Black Sabbath album ignited his desire to learn how to play. Cesar also describes how he purchased his first Gibson guitar with money he earned from playing in a tennis tournament. Cesar displays many of the guitars in his collection of over 130 guitars, including a 1964 ES-335TDC that was the guitar Cesar purchased from Mark Agnesi when Mark was presenting 'Guitar Of The Day' at Norman's Rare Guitars, which is now the instrument that all Gibson Custom 1964 ES-335 guitars are modelled on, 1961 Les Paul SG Junior, an extremely rare 1962 Les Paul Special, 1958 and 1959 Les Paul Customs, an exceptionally clean 1959 Les Paul Standard, a 1963 Hummingbird, and a Pelham Blue 1967 ES-330. He also showcases his Gibson Custom Shop Collector’s Edition ’58 Korina Flying V, 1982 Silverburst Flying V, and 1981 Silverburst Flying V Bass, as well as his Adam Jones 1979 Les Paul Custom, the Slash Vermillion prototype, and the Tony Iommi Monkey SG prototype. In addition, Cesar introduces the first-ever prototype Gibson Murphy Lab Les Paul guitar as well as the Dave Mustaine prototype acoustic guitar. Cesar also shares his thoughts about the current state of Gibson and what it’s like to be Brand President of Gibson. He also talks about the responsibility he feels as a custodian of the brand’s legacy, and of his guitar collection. As if that wasn’t enough, there are also special guest appearances from Richie Faulkner and Dave Mustaine, making this episode an absolute must-watch for guitarists, fans, and collectors of Gibson vintage guitars. Chapters: 0:00 Who is Cesar Gueikian? 1:56 Cesar's love for guitars, music & first Gibson guitar 4:56 The guitar that introduced Mark Agnesi to Cesar 1964 ES-335TDC 12:57 When Cesar started collecting guitars 15:22 Guitar section pt.2 18:23 We are temporary custodians of Gibson: The Gibson Golden Era 20:31 Guitar section pt.3 25:41 Mark interviews Cesar's son, Leo pt.1 26:12 Guitar section pt.4 30:02 How proud Cesar is of Gibson's team & direction 32:36 Guitar section pt.5 36:05 Being hands-on at the Gibson factory 37:22 Guitar section pt.6 39:38 Working with Gibson artists 41:55 Guitar section pt.7 ft. Richie Faulkner & Dave Mustaine 59:17 Obsession with Silverburst guitars, working with Adam Jones 1:00:36 Guitar section pt.8 ft. Adam Jones 1979 Les Paul Custom 1:06:18 Mark interviews Cesar's son, Leo pt.2 1:06:56 Guitar section pt.9 #gibson #davemustaine #richiefaulkner #cesargueikian 📼 Related Videos To Watch Next: ▶ The Collection: Brad Whitford | The Collection: Brad Whitford of Aerosmith ▶ Richie Faulkner talks joining Judas Priest, Recovery from heart surgery: Richie Faulkner on joining Judas Priest, g... ▶ Icons: Dave Mustaine of Megadeth shares all: Icons: Dave Mustaine of Megadeth Find Your local Gibson Dealer: https://www.gibson.com/en-US 📱Follow Us On Social Media For The latest Guitar Gear! ▶Twitter/X: https://X.com/gibsonguitar ▶Instagram: Instagram: gibsonguitar ▶Facebook: Facebook: Gibson 🔔 Subscribe To Our Channel: @gibsonguitar SHOP GIBSON BRANDS https://www.gibson.com/ https://www.epiphone.com/ http://www.kramerguitars.com/ http://www.steinberger.com/ https://www.krkmusic.com/ https://www.mesaboogie.com http://www.maestroelectronics.com ABOUT GIBSON BRANDS Gibson, the leading iconic guitar brand, has shaped the sounds of generations of musicians and music lovers across genres for 127 years. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Nashville, Gibson Brands has a legacy of world-class craftsmanship, legendary music partnerships, and progressive product evolution that is unrivaled among musical instrument companies. The Gibson Brands portfolio includes Gibson, the leading guitar brand, as well as many of the most beloved and recognizable music brands, including @officialepiphone, which has been on every stage since 1873, Kramer, the original MADE TO ROCK HARD guitar brand, MESA/Boogie, the home of tone, and KRK, behind great music for over 30 years, and Maestro, the founder of effect pedals. Gibson Brands is dedicated to quality, innovation, and sound excellence so that music lovers for generations to come will continue to experience music shaped by Gibson Brands.