Musician/composer/arranger Gabe Noel (Sombr, Kendrick Lamar, Harry Styles, Dijon) shares his latest instrument acquisition, an incredibly rare 1930s Rickenbacker tenor guitar with a built-in motorized vibrola system.
He also jams with a player piano, proving that even the quirkiest of vintage instruments can sound great in the right hands.
We’ll share more on Gabe and this instrument in the 60th issue of our print magazine, out later in 2026. Subscribe to get it.
Register today for our 2026 Fretboard Summit in Chicago: https://fretboardsummit.org
It’s three days of concerts, workshops, panel discussions, a lutherie showcase and surprises, just for guitar lovers. The festival takes place August 20-22, 2026 at Chicago’s Old Town School.
Stills and filming by Jim Newberry
