Offered Here: Ronnie Wood Owned & Stage Played 1980s Sunburst ESP 400 Series Guitar. This American-made sunburst ESP 400 Series Stratocaster-style guitar, serial number 07282, is a tangible piece of modern rock history. It was gifted by Ronnie Wood to Ian McLagan after the Small Faces and Faces were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. The instrument features a classic alder body, maple neck, and showcases minor dings and wear on the front and back, with heavy pick wear on the pickguard—testament to its use during rehearsals and live performances.
Additional Information: Ronnie Wood is best known as a guitarist for the Rolling Stones, joining the band in 1975. The ESP 400 Series guitars are renowned for their Stratocaster-style build and quality craftsmanship, popular among musicians for their versatile sound. The guitar was an integral part of Wood's career during the 1980s, a period marked by his involvement in various solo projects and collaborations, including extensive tours and performances.
Provenance/Authenticity: This lot comes directly from the private collection of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Ian McLagan, legendary founder and keyboard player of iconic rock band The Small Faces / Faces. McLagan who also toured with The Rolling Stones, The New Barbarians and Bob Dylan, and recorded with dozens of artists. It will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, signed by Lee McLagan, on behalf of the Ian McLagan estate.
Condition: The guitar is in very good condition, maintaining its structural integrity with only minor dings and honest wear representative of its use. The pickguard shows heavy pick wear, indicative of its use by its legendary owner. It comes with an oversized hardshell acoustic case and a black nylon strap from South Austin Music.