John Mayer

John Mayer is the gear obsessive of his generation. His collection of vintage Fender Stratocasters rivals Bonamassa's in depth, his relationships with Paul Reed Smith and Fender have produced two of the most successful signature guitars of the modern era, and his detailed public discussions of tone — through interviews, his YouTube channel, and live demonstrations — have educated an entire generation of players about vintage gear. His Dead & Company work pushed him into Grateful Dead territory and a corresponding interest in Jerry Garcia's equipment. He is perhaps the most effective ambassador vintage guitar culture has produced since the 1970s.