This section of the site will contain both evolution and revolution, in that, we will attempt to provide you with historical insights to the many guitars, amps, and effects Mick uses or has used for his various projects as well as try to keep up with current choices and changes to Mick's Rigs. We will continue to push the envelope to bring you the insider scoop on Mick's gear. Recent photos of Mick's guitars and other gear courtesy of Roberta Del Monte and William Hines Photography.
Mick is a formal endorser of Fret-King Guitars and below is an interview he did for Vintage & Rare while at the NAMM Show in Anaheim California. In the interview Mick details why he uses Fret-King Guitars and the genius behind world renowned inventor Trevor Wilkinson’s designs.
Here is Mick’s Fret-King STVDIO Series Custom Shop Ventura 60 one-off. To our knowledge it’s the only one in the world. Equipped with Wilkinson hardware, staggered height tuners, custom V shaped neck, and “Charlie Christian” style P90 pickups. Just look at all that Tortoise Shell!
Here’s what Mick has to say about the Ventura 60
“It has been my belief for quite some time that Trev Wilkinson knows more about Vintage guitars and how to improve on them than nearly anyone on the planet. My STVDIO Ventura 60 is a case in point. Not only is it a true work of art but it is in fact the synergy born from intelligent design (read the specs). With three custom P-90s this baby can speak several languages from vintage, liquid, and bell-like clean to “plug-your-ears-children” profane all with the flick of the 5-way. My Ventura 60 makes me feel like exploring because I don’t sense any limitation. Truly a “one-of-a-kind” guitar and it’s mine…the only way you’ll ever get it is if you pry it from my cold dead fingers…….Oh, The weddings on Friday!”
The Fret-King Super-Matic “Self-Tuning” bridge with six programmable tunings at the touch of a button.