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Musikmesse 2014: New Fret-King and Vintage guitars roll into town

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By Ric Rawlins published 13 March 2014

Three new signature models among guitars being showcased

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Fret King Black Label Elise 'JE'

Fret King Black Label Elise 'JE'

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Fret King Black Label Exige 'PL'

Fret King Black Label Exige 'PL'

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Fret King Black Label 'JDD'

Fret King Black Label 'JDD'

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The Black Label Exige Standard

The Black Label Exige Standard

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Vintage V120

Vintage V120

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Vintage V130

Vintage V130

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Vintage VRS130

Vintage VRS130

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Vintage VRS150

Vintage VRS150

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Vintage V58JDAB

Vintage V58JDAB

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Vintage V80

Vintage V80

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Vintage V90

Vintage V90

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Ric Rawlins
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