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SPECIAL PARTS
Red Special accessories.




 
 
SIX PENCE
The Sixpence is the English coin Brian always used instead of the usual plectrum, to get that special touch and unique sound.



 




Sixpence 2005: the new version of the six-penny coin was made upon the occasion of the Queen + Paul Rodgers tour.
The coin bears Brian May’s face.

 
RUSTIN'S PLASTIC COATING
Rustin’s plastic coating is the original lacquer Brian May used to finish off his guitar; it’s a two-part plastic lacquer, applied by brush or sprayed on, needing 3 or 4 coats to be given on the same day after approximately one hour from each coating, hardening it as follows: 1 part hardener to 4 parts plastic coating.
For instance: in a glass or polythene container (NEVER USE METAL CONTAINERS) with a plastic spoon, mix: 1 spoonful of hardener to 4 spoonfuls of plastic coating, leaving it to dry properly in an airy place for 3/4 days.

250 ml pack.



 
MAXIMA OPTIMA
GOLD STRINGS
This is the official set of strings used by Brian May: a combination of steel and gold, the steel being an excellent German make, combined with 24 carat gold.

Such a unique combination plays a key role, guaranteeing total protection against corrosion and excellent sustain, delivering a perfect pitch and superb tone.

The set of strings has the following gauges: 009/042, 009, .011, .016, .025, .032, .042