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Iconic rock 'n' roll guitarsBob Dylan's 1964 sunburst Fender StratocasterPaul McCartney's Höfner bassJoan Jett's Melody MakerJimmy Page's Gibson Les PaulBuddy Holly's StratocasterWillie Nelson's TriggerPrince's love symbolKeith Richards' MicawberEddie Van Halen's FrankenstratB.B. King's LucilleJimi Hendrix's upside-down StratocasterBrian May's Red Special

The guitars of famed rock 'n' roll stars often have as much personality as the musicians behind them. Here's a look at guitars that defined not only the musician but the genre.
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<strong>Update:</strong> We've added some key guitars and their owners to the gallery. Discuss your favorite guitars in the comments.

Iconic rock 'n' roll guitars

( From left, Keith Richards (Jose Jordan / AFP/Getty Images), Joan Jett (Los Angeles Times), Prince ( Los Angeles Times) / July 11, 2012 )

The guitars of famed rock 'n' roll stars often have as much personality as the musicians behind them. Here's a look at guitars that defined not only the musician but the genre.

Update: We've added some key guitars and their owners to the gallery. Discuss your favorite guitars in the comments.

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