Rickenbacker
The Rickenbacker International Corporation (RIC) grew out of the first company founded for the sole purpose of creating and manufacturing fully electric musical instruments and amplifiers-the Los Angeles-based Electro String Instrument Corporation. Founded in 1931 by Adolph Rickenbacker and George D. Beauchamp, this pioneering firm produced Rickenbacker Electro Instruments, the first modern electric guitars.
Basic Information
- Category: Guitars
- Founded: 1931
- Headquarters: Santa Ana, CA
- Website: rickenbacker.com
Documented Facts
- Email: info@rickenbacker.com
- Founded: 1931
Evidence and Sources
- Rickenbacker — Official Site (official)
- Rickenbacker on instagram (social)
- Rickenbacker on facebook (social)
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