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Product Description (Book). Catch a rare inside glimpse of one of the world's most revered guitarists, David Gilmour, and his iconic Black Stratocaster. Written by David's personal guitar technician and the band's chief backline tech since 1974 the only man to know Pink Floyd's equipment better than the band this expanded edition contains new information as well as many unpublished photographs, recently come to light, that further chart the Black Strat's illustrious history. Amending and elaborating on the previous edition, it also continues the story where the last one left off with all the latest live appearances, information, and photographs including David testing the Fender Black Strat replica models; performances with David Bowie, Jeff Beck, and others; and much more. From the Back Cover Catch a rare inside glimpse of one of the world's most revered guitarists, David Gilmour, and his iconic Black Stratocaster. Written by David's personal guitar technician and the band's chief backline tech since 1974 - the only man to know Pink Floyd's equipment better than the band - this expanded edition contains new information as well as many unpublished photographs, recently come to light, that further chart the Black Strat's illustrious history. Amending and elaborating on the previous edition, it also continues the story where the last one left off with all the latest live appearances, information, and photographs - including David testing the Fender Black Strat replica models; performances with David Bowie, Jeff Beck, and others; and much more. About the Author Phil Taylor (London) is David Gilmour's personal guitar technician and Pink Floyd's chief backline tech. First employed by the band in 1974 as their only full-time backline crew member, he was responsible for all of the band's equipment both on tour and in the studio. Phil has worked on every Pink Floyd and David Gilmour project for over three decades. He is David's production and studio manager as well as maintaining his instruments, equipment, and warehouse.