From the early 1970’s on, John Denver was very likely responsible for the sales of tens of thousands of acoustic guitars in music shops around the world, with every make from Guild to Taylor. He and his music played an integral part of the popularity of acoustic music of the past forty years… as well as the phenomenal success of today’s acoustic guitar building community.
My name is Jeff Pine, together with my friend Pete Mikelson, we have spent the past decade researching the history of John Denver’s guitars, his band member’s instruments, and the Yamaha L-53 model in particular. We are happy to share what we have learned with you, our fellow John Denver fans.
The John Denver Guitar Research Site is not for profit. Photographical material posted here is presented for the sole purpose of archival research. It is absolutely not our intention to infringe on anyone’s copyright, nor to offend anyone for lack of credit due. The photographs we've used all contain critical visual elements within them, necessary to identify the respective instruments.
All of the information posted on JDGRS is the opinion of the researchers. Please write to us with any concerns, suggestions or assistance with regard to the appropriate subject.
Indeed, we would appreciate your valuable input, corrections, personal photographs of John Denver concerts, magazines, newspaper clippings etc.
Please feel free to contact us, if you would like to contribute info to JDGRS.
The John Denver Guitar Research Site is respectfully dedicated to the memory and spirit of John Denver, his family, band members and co-workers, and the countless fans of his music around the world.
Sincerely, Jeff Pine and Pete Mikelson
