Dave Gartland of Ali Kat Creates Instruments Out of Old Auto Parts
Meghan Young — July 9, 2014 — Autos
Ali Kat specializes in custom guitars that will rock people's worlds in more ways than one. Founded by Dave Gartland, a sheet metal worker with an undying love of rock 'n' roll and rockabilly music based in Australia, Ali Kat has just released a series of instruments that resemble classic cars. That is because they were made using vintage 50s auto parts from Cadillacs, Chevys and more.
Made for those who love cars as much as they do music, Ali Kat's guitar collection is impressively made by hand. Specializing in aluminum bass guitars, the two major influences behind his work are a perfect match. Not to mention that Ali Kat's guitars make beautiful music as well.
Made for those who love cars as much as they do music, Ali Kat's guitar collection is impressively made by hand. Specializing in aluminum bass guitars, the two major influences behind his work are a perfect match. Not to mention that Ali Kat's guitars make beautiful music as well.
Trend Themes
1. Custom Instrument Design - There are opportunities for disruptive innovation in creating custom instruments that incorporate unique and unconventional materials.
2. Retro Nostalgia - The trend of using vintage auto parts to create guitars taps into the nostalgia market, offering a unique blend of classic car aesthetics and musical functionality.
3. Handcrafted Musical Instruments - The demand for handmade instruments presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the guitar industry, allowing for customization and personalization.
Industry Implications
1. Musical Instrument Manufacturing - Incorporating vintage auto parts into guitar designs opens up new possibilities for disruptive innovation within the musical instrument manufacturing industry.
2. Automotive Industry - Collaborations between guitar makers and auto parts suppliers can lead to disruptive innovation and new revenue streams within the automotive industry.
3. Craftsmanship and Artistry - The integration of sheet metal working skills into the creation of custom guitars presents opportunities for disruptive innovation within the craftsmanship and artistry industry.
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