Jimi Hendrix’s 1950s/60s Fender Duo-Sonic (Sunburst)

Jimi was seen playing this Fender Duo-Sonic during a few gigs with Curtis Knight in late 1965 and early 1966. Interestingly, according to Michael Heatley’s book Jimi Hendrix Gear (p. 48), this guitar was apparently a gift from Knight.

Jimi Hendrix playing a sunburst Fender Duo-Sonic guitar in 1966.
Jimi Hendrix playing a sunburst Fender Duo-Sonic guitar in 1966.

Unfortunately, little is known about the Duo-Sonic after Jimi’s time with Knight. It’s likely that Jimi pawned the guitar before leaving for London in late 1966, as the only instrument he brought with him to the UK was a white Stratocaster.

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