Episode 238 - Tokai Talbo

Tokai was founded shortly after WWII, and specialized in harmonicas, primarily. By the 1960s, along with everyone else, they were making electric guitars. By the time the 1970s arrived, Tokai was making ends meet (along with everyone else) by cranking out copy guitars for import into places like the US. Companies like Gibson and Fender weren’t too into that. So, Tokai (along with everyone else) decided to quit the copy game and come up with something of their own. The result was the Talbo, which stood for Tokai Aluminum Body. Yup, these guitars were made out of cast aluminum, with a big ol’ void under the pickguard that provided anchor points for all the components (as well as weight relief). Our example would come later, and has a body made of wood, but the aluminum versions have been in production since their introduction in 1982. Enjoy!

Beverages!

Podcasting is thirsty work; it’s crucial that everyone involved stay hydrated. The following fine beverages contributed to the success of this episode: Ed went with straight water. From one of the many beautiful taps in the Pacific NW. John went with a grapefruit-flavored Spindrift water again. It's got the perfect balance of water and grapefruit.

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