Elvis Presley's 1969 Gibson Dove

[@charleslawing6161]

Toms story is not at all true. I worked as the manager of Mike Ladd's Guitar City. I was there when Vernon Presley came in to get the birthday gift for Elvis. Tom did not make that guitar from parts from the Gibson factory in Memphis. There was no Gibson factory in Memphis until 2001. At the time we customized the guitar for Elvis, Gibson's only factory was in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The Elvis acoustic was picked out by his dad from two Gibson Heritage models that were on display in Mike Ladd's store. That guitar is not a Gibson Dove. We did send it to Nashville to have the inlay done and when it returned Tom and Tommy Stinson did the paint job. Elvis's dad gave us two different decals, the one that is still on the guitar and one of a tiger that we applied to the pickguard that was later removed.

[@ashleysadventures]

Hi, thank you for sharing your experience and story! It’s important to the history to have both recollections of how that guitar came about. I can’t say what’s true and what’s not since I wasn’t there, I’m sure some recollections get hazy decades on. I appreciate you finding this video and adding your memories to it. I’ll pin your comment so it comes up at the top ⚡️

[@KlippityKlop1]

It’s always cool to hear someone say that Elvis was “a nice, giving person”. Even though we know that already, it’s nice to hear it said out loud. :)

[@ashleysadventures]

Totally agree! Thanks for watching Kim!

[@hughmckenna4625]

This was so good, thank you, Ashley. Love the interview and how you matched the images with the story. That's such a recognisable guitar and the decal is a big part of that. And Tom seemed to be pretty open and a great interview subject. I love the detailed inlay most about the guitar. It's really nice. 🙌🙌🌟🌟🙏🙏

[@ashleysadventures]

Hey I’m happy you enjoyed this one, it was a lot of fun to create. I had to hear about the decal! Thanks a lot Hugh!

[@memphisleftovers]

That was so darn cool, I was a teenager in Memphis in the 70's & I now remember that shop. Dang, it was sooo different then. Many thanks Ashley.

[@ashleysadventures]

You do? Awesome! Thanks for tuning in!

[@memphisleftovers]

@@ashleysadventures I remember those shops, not that one in particular.

[@noonerstrickland1743]

What an awesome story. Thank you Ashley! I’m taking my son in law to Graceland for Veterans Day along with my BFF Hank. We’re educating the next generation. God bless.

[@ashleysadventures]

You’ll have a blast! Thanks Nooner!

[@HamiltonvilleFarm]

@@ashleysadventures hey! That’s me 😁 we had a great time! We hung out with Jon Daly one night and heard some awesome stories!

[@ashleysadventures]

Hey that’s so cool! Jon rocks!

[@mrDCunningham]

When I was an ETA. I had a black Epiphone Dove with a replica pick guard and an actual decal that came from the original batch as Elvis's. There are alot of replica stickers but mine was one of the originals. I should have kept it for that reason. Cool video Ashley 👍🏻😎

[@ashleysadventures]

Aw dang! That’s cool. Thanks for watching!

[@kylefreemason]

Hi Ashley, I have been a huge Elvis fan for most of my life (38 years). He touched so many lives and made an impact on society. It is awesome to see you keeping his memory alive through stories. Your videos are really well done. Thank you for sharing info you find about Elvis. God bless!

[@ashleysadventures]

I really appreciate that, Kyle, thank you! So happy you enjoy my content! ⚡️

[@kylefreemason]

@@ashleysadventures If you contact Wanda June Hill, you will find a treasure trove of information.

[@ebfebfan61]

That Dove guitar is my favorite of Elvis' guitars and it just kills me that Graceland wouldn't have it on display across the street with Elvis' other things. Like you said, it's one of the most photographed and I remember seeing it in movie magazines...before there was the internet. I appreciate the story of how it came about though. Just wish it was in the Elvis collection. I have always loved the "handwriting" of his name on the fret board. Boy, it sure is intricate...and beautiful. Good choice for a topic, Ashley.

[@ashleysadventures]

Can you imagine if it was across the street, it would be back to it’s origins! The inlay is beautiful and I hadn’t even noticed before the auction. Thanks so much, Gloria!

[@gracieg7601]

Beautiful!

[@rwieber79]

Ashley you did a great thing getting his story out on tape. So many of these types of stories are being lost forever due to the people who were around back then getting older and passing away. Atleast now we will always have the story of atleast 1 of the 2 guys that put that guitar together. Thank you so much for what you do!

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks a lot, Robert! This was a lot of fun to explore

[@elvistherapy3931]

Very well done interview Ashley! Tom seems like a great guy and very gracious to tell this history. I have often thought about that emblem and what it meant... I was never able to see it up close like this, thanks for the close ups. That silver inlay is incredible. Pictures just don't do justice to the world that was Elvis. I recently saw a fan vid of his concert where he wore the peacock suit, wow... was it spectacular to see the sparkles when he danced around. These things are still so fun to see, so never quit researching, you are a treasure in the Elvis world. Grace to you, Jennifer

[@ashleysadventures]

Tom was so funny and sharp as a tack! I edited a lot but he was cracking me up. You’re so kind, thank you so much Jennifer!!

[@elvistherapy3931]

@@ashleysadventures You sounded like it was a fun interview to do... great stuff.

[@markdunne9419]

Incredible insight, Ashley. Wow, what a story about the Dove. I've always been fascinated by that guitar, but so little info. exists about it. Thanks so much!!! Keep up the great work :)

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks a lot Mark! Happy you enjoyed this one. I agree, little was out there and I was so excited to learn more. Thanks for watching!

[@rosssoutherland8118]

I’d like to correct a humble mistake. As far as I know the Kenpo decal had nothing to do with Kang Rhee. But it had everything to do with Elvis’ body guard Ed Parker aka American Kenpo Grandmaster. Ed Parker trained Elvis after Kang Rhee. Kang taught Elvis Taekwondo karate & not Kenpo like the decal on the Gibson. I was told about this from Sonny West & Charlie Hodge which were close friends of mine. R.I.P.

[@natlee8947]

Love your shades Ashley! Great story , that was my favorite guitar of Elvis' and that decal made that guitar so unique . Thanks, your informative as always !

[@ashleysadventures]

Hey thanks! Happy you enjoyed it, this was so much fun to make

[@jansorensen]

Thanks, for your informative video as always Ashley ! Tom seems like a great guy + story teller, and gitar builder and designer. I love when Ashley find a rare history, she just had to find out more about it and she figuring out exactly where the story happened and she tell us in a very informativ way.!Thank you, Tom Keckler for telling us in Elvis world your stories. Much appreciated. I love these stories from people who actually were part of Elvis’s life.! "Stay safe out there" ⚡️

[@ashleysadventures]

Well thank you so much! I appreciate that. This story was awesome and the video so much fun to create. I’m happy you enjoyed it Jan! ⚡️🎸

[@Danny_S.]

This was another superb video Ashley. I love learning something new.

[@ginawinters4929]

Beautiful, I doubt Vernon cared that Elvis gifted it to that guy, he was use to Elvis doing stuff like that. Much gratitude to Ashley for tracking Elvis history.

[@ashleysadventures]

That’s a great point! Thanks Gina!

[@Wildlife_SA.]

Thank you Ashley... such interesting stories about Elvis. And you're sharing them with us fans overseas too. I love it. Keep up the good work. 😃👍🇿🇦

[@ashleysadventures]

That's awesome! Thanks so much Ivy

[@HamiltonvilleFarm]

Great interview. 👍

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! This was a fun one to create. Thanks a lot!

[@daveshires1169]

Fantastic video, Ashley 👍👍 it’s great to hear the story of such an iconic guitar. I always look forward to your next video❤️❤️

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks so much! This one was a lot of fun to put together

[@christopherarnold1568]

great job!! loved hearing the back story to this guitar!!!

[@ashleysadventures]

Awesome, thank you! 🎸

[@John-dt4bi]

Outstanding, Ashley! Love this. Nice to know there is still rich and fascinating Elvis history to be brought to light. I have admired and recognized that guitar for decades.Thank you for such thorough research and for bringing its history to us. The interview with Tom Keckler is pure gold. It's fascinating to know the guitar came from a shop right across the street from Graceland and with a decal provided by Vernon? It's kinda crazy when you think of such a simple purchase from a small business shop (yes, some customization was done) and then months later Elvis Presley steps in front of the world with it in the historic Aloha from Hawaii show. This whole story is my favorite "part". A home run, Ashley-Thank you.

[@ashleysadventures]

So glad you enjoyed this story! It was so much fun to create. Thanks so much John!

[@terrilynn27allen88]

I like how they just picked out unwanted parts and it became something beautiful. My mom and I enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing.

[@ashleysadventures]

I like that part, too! Yay, thank you to you and your mom!

[@terrilynn27allen88]

@@ashleysadventures your welcome.

[@helenludlow2331]

What a great little video - didn't realise that Elvis gave it away and it sold for so much - don't think that I could have got rid though 💜

[@ashleysadventures]

I heard that! Thanks Helen!

[@sandralybrand9407]

That was really special! It was a beautiful guitar. The first time I've ever seen close ups of it. Poor Vernon I know his feelings were probably very hurt. But Elvis probably wasn't thinking about why he had it, he was very impulsive when it came to his giving. Vernon probably thought about that later, but at the time I'm sure it stung him. Elvis did things like that since he was a small boy.

[@ashleysadventures]

Totally! Thanks for tuning in!

[@ashleysadventures]

What was your favorite part? Let me know below!

[@mishalleroza-ingram6394]

How Mike and Tom went to the Gibson Factory and picked out a guitar that was not fully finished to add to it was interesting. I liked the jacket from the Memphis Motorcycle Club. I wonder where Elvis' is.

[@ashleysadventures]

@Paul Gwyn much appreciated, Paul!

[@ashleysadventures]

@@mishalleroza-ingram6394 wasn't that crazy? Yes i wish I could see Elvis's jacket, too. Thanks for tuning in!

[@jansorensen]

That Elvis`Gibson Dove begins and end with generosity !

[@ashleysadventures]

yesss!!

[@deanl2]

GREAT VIDEO ASHLEY AND THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO DO THIS!! IT’S APPRECIATED BY MANY AND WILL BE FOR A LONG TIME!

[@ashleysadventures]

So happy you enjoyed it! This was a lot of fun to make. That's very kind, thank you Mr Dean!

[@judyholiday1794]

I work crazy hours so it is not easy for me to watch your videos as soon as you share them.. However, I try to watch as soon as possible,and I really enjoy the way you represent Elvis's life

[@ashleysadventures]

I absolutely appreciate that, Judy! Thank you so much 😊

[@tinafoley2229]

Wow I really I enjoyed that little story..Elvis what a beautiful soul he was..thank you 🙏🏻💙⚡️

[@ashleysadventures]

Absolutely! Thanks Tina!

[@thomashansson848]

As a guitar geek and Elvis fan I find this very interesting. Good job Ashley!

[@ashleysadventures]

Oh that's awesome! Thanks a lot Thomas!

[@mamajoscott5884]

Great video and information on Elvis history! 🎸I enjoy your interview style! 👏👏👏You are truly interested in the facts and you allow your guest to finish their full thoughts or comments. Unlike some that may try and talk over them and switch to another question and not allowing their guest to complete their statements. It shows you care about your guest and their stories. And that allow Tom to be relaxed and share his fond memories with us. Much like an old friend would do!!

[@ashleysadventures]

I appreciate you saying that! It’s not something I’m comfortable at so Im happy it came out decently! Tom was so funny, I edited it down but he kept cracking me up. It was such a fun time. Thanks Mama Jo!!

[@myalfie]

Beautiful silver inscribed lettering on the neck of the guitar 🎸 I never knew it was that intricate!

[@ashleysadventures]

Isn’t it incredible? Thanks for watching!

[@michaelholmes8350]

Wow..Elvis must have been in a really great mood that night to give away his aloha guitar. His daddy must have been shaking his head.....my boy my boy.😎

[@ashleysadventures]

Haha! You said it!

[@ultimatesoccershow]

Brilliant show & keep bringing the GOLD Ashley!!!!

[@ashleysadventures]

I really appreciate that, thank you Soccer!

[@kristine0]

What a great video, once again! Not surprised that he had such wonderful things to say about Elvis and, sadly, not surprised about what he had to say about The Memphis Mafia.

[@ashleysadventures]

Me too! I like that he didn’t hold back lol. Thanks so much!

[@markfrederick8762]

Hi, Ashley! I just discovered you a few weeks ago and love your stuff! I love the back story of this guitar because of the impact on my life it had. No, not an impact like someone hitting me with it! It was the Kenpo decal. I had always heard about Elvis and Karate, but I was never able to nail down the Who, What, where and why of it all. Then one day in 1991 I was watching a movie called "The Perfect Weapon" starring a man named Jeff Speakman. Mr. Speakman had a very close relationship to Grand Master Ed Parker and was one of Mr. Parker's last Black Belts. It was in the movie that I saw the IKKA crest. The movie itself featured mainly Kenpo Karate as it's action style. That and Tae Kwon Do. Because of that guitar and that emblem I ended up studying Kenpo for about fifteen years! Awesome stuff.

[@ashleysadventures]

That’s awesome! Thanks for tuning in!

[@fredricjulien8738]

Another great video Ashley. I liked the interview with Mike the best. I also like how you reply to every single comment.

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you liked it! Mike actually passed and this is an interview with Tom. If viewers take the time to support me by watching my video and leaving a comment, I will definitely take the time to reply. Thanks Fredric!

[@barryessam4731]

Wow Ashley, you sure are a hound dog, digging up all the history of the famous dove guitar. I absolutely love the story that came with it. I never knew elvis gave it away at a concert, what a lucky recipient that guy was, & glad it served his family well. I’m sure that would have pleased elvis. Thank you for a great history lesson & looking forward to more.👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@ashleysadventures]

That made me lol! So happy you enjoyed this one, it was so fun to create. Thanks Barry!

[@j.b.a.124]

Awesome video as always, Ashley. Thank you for sharing it. Cheers from Jerome in California.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks so much Jerome!

[@shoneys3759]

Thanks for another awesome video, Ashley.I wish we had some pics of Elvis wearing the Motorcycle Club jacket ! 😄 It must have been so unpleasant for Mike to have to put on auction the guitar Elvis had given him.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks Shoneys! Yesss I wish there were pics! Thanks for watching

[@dianebradley8722]

Ashley, this video had truly captured my attention girl! So very interesting. the interview with Mike Lad. Love that guitar. Elvis was proud of it you could tell in that video how Mike L. talks about Elvis and the instrument and Elvis's personality and generosity. You see that guitar with the decal on it, then you know the history of it. How about that Mike Harris! Lucky dude to get this guitar from EP. what a treasure. Then selling it for over 300.000. wow! at least it was to help his family. Then that jacket! Elvis sure like it! All of this vid was just great! Thanks again Ashley. You you surely delved into this and came up with another winner! See ya next trivia!--

[@ashleysadventures]

So glad you enjoyed this one Diane! Actually Mike Ladd passed and the interview was with his business partner Tom. Wasn't that jacket cool? I wonder if its still in the archives and if we'll ever see it. Thanks so much girl!!

[@marc8vino]

I knew a lot about that guitar but apparently not everything. Thank You so much for sharing.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching! Glad it was helpful

[@marc8vino]

@@ashleysadventures I subscribed as well👌

[@ashleysadventures]

Much appreciated, Marc! ⚡️

[@Stevemc452]

Wow, this is one of my favorites videos you published so far! Love the backstory and have have never heard that Vernon had arranged this for a gift! Did I miss it or did you say where the guitar is today?

[@ashleysadventures]

Wow, thank you! Yes I talked about the auction it was in in 2016 - $334k. Thanks Steve!

[@Stevemc452]

@@ashleysadventures yes, I caught that part. I just wasn’t sure if the auction winner still had it or if it ended back up at Graceland. Thanks!

[@ashleysadventures]

Ah! Yeah I’m pretty sure it’s chillin in CA these days 😎

[@martin77722]

thanks for sharing this great interview with us all i like all the content you out in take care from england your friend

[@keithhuotari2571]

That was really neat. Would love to see Elvis in one of the Possum Brothers jackets. Great stuff, thanks as always!!

[@ashleysadventures]

Wouldn’t that be great? Thanks Keith!

[@MrJohnnyCash1932]

Many thanks for this Ashley, fantastic video!

[@ashleysadventures]

Wow from the man in black himself! Thanks Johnny!

[@stelvis7413]

Outstanding! Love your investigative work on EP. TCB ⚡

[@ashleysadventures]

I appreciate it! Thanks Stelvis!

[@jamescrisp7951]

VERY well done Ashley- one of your best! (And that’s saying something)

[@ashleysadventures]

Much appreciated, James! Happy you enjoyed this video!

[@gussplat]

AWSEOME story Ashley !!

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! It was fun to make

[@quentinquentin6752]

Excellent !!! Loved that guitar and it suited Elvis so so well. The decal thing made me hold my head in my hands but there ya go … 😊

[@ashleysadventures]

Lol right? Thanks a lot Quentinx2!

[@rayc4244]

Great as always Ashley!

[@ashleysadventures]

Thank you!!

[@jfkcamelot]

Lots of Elvis info I didn't know about. Thanks.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks a lot, Morris! Consider subscribing - there's a lot more on the way!

[@ROCKINGMAN]

Nice story about the Gibson Dove. I love guitars and have a few myself and wish there was a decent in-depth book about Elvis' guitars, after all he is synonymous with them. I'm not that keen on black guitars though, preferring wood or other finishes.

[@siwatson]

Brilliant, as always !!!

[@ashleysadventures]

Thank you Simon!!

[@mlp336]

what a great video! Love hearing these stories

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you like them! Thanks Mike!

[@donnamccall8299]

Great story learn something new all the time thank you for sharing this!

[@ashleysadventures]

Awesome! Thanks Donna! 🎸

[@carsofelvis]

Great job Ashley!! loved hearing the back story to this famous guitar. Also intresting to learn about the Motorcycle club... //Mike

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Mike!

[@ednaatluxton4918]

So cool Gibson gave them access to the warehouse and parts. I would have filled a van lol. The Dove is a great guitar. This man is awesome and full of knowledge. I hope they got alot of Les Paul parts and body's also. $$

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching!

[@michaelbodnar1424]

Now that was really interesting. Excellent work!

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks a lot Michael it was a lot of fun!

[@carolinjersey5381]

Great video and story. I hope that EPE is able to bring this back to Graceland one day. Vernon must have been heartbroken. The guy you interviewed was so cool! 🎶 🎸 🕺

[@ashleysadventures]

I hope it does find its way back. Or at least being the jacket out of archives! Tom was so funny, I cut the interview down but he was awesome. Thanks Carol!

[@elvistherapy3931]

Hi Carol, hope you are well these days. I agree but I also like hearing how people have hung onto things he gave them and have since been helped in a huge way financially. His gifts keep on giving... it's heartwarming to see especially when our girl finds these gems of history. Grace to you Carol.

[@elvistherapy3931]

@@ashleysadventures I loved hearing you both laugh! Good stuff.

[@ashleysadventures]

So sweet, and love that you two know each other from trivia, is that right?

[@elvistherapy3931]

@@ashleysadventures Yes, I like to say hi to the trivia fam when I see them, lol. I have missed a few unfortunately, so I can't wait for the 13th.

[@janetd6686]

Very interesting! Thanks Ashley.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@pauldasilva3530]

Nice work Ashley!

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks a lot Paul!

[@eddiestacy9552]

That was awesome!🎸🎸 Good stuff!!

[@ashleysadventures]

Happy you enjoyed it, thanks Eddie! 🎸

[@LindaD68]

I love this story Ashley! That guitar 🎸 is ICONIC! So glad you were able to locate Tom and talk with him. He sounds like a GREAT GUY ! And what artists he and his friend were to be able to take left over parts to make such a beautiful 🎸. Such talent! Girl, I’m still having trouble with my emails. 🤬 🤯. But I WILL SUCCEED!! Later gator 🐊, I hope! LOL 😂

[@ashleysadventures]

So happy you enjoyed this one! It took a while to pull together but it was especially fun! You said it, they took scraps and made iconic pieces. No judgement on your email sending abilities! No worries if you’re not able to. But I believe in you! 💪

[@LindaD68]

@@ashleysadventures ~ LOL Girl. Thanks for the confidence. 🤗. 💪. I WILL SUCCEED or go down fighting!! 🥊 🤬. Watch for an email from me, but don’t hold your breath. 😮‍💨, you might turn a little blue !! 😰 🤦‍♀️

[@dereckcumpton3080]

I remember seeing an interview where Billy Stanley claims to have been the one who put the sticker on there?

[@ashleysadventures]

Someone else said that, too. I don’t want to assume he lied, maybe it was another guitar. Thanks for watching!

[@dereckcumpton3080]

@@ashleysadventures of course, your videos are great!! TCB

[@ashleysadventures]

I appreciate that!

[@dennismaughan4361]

Brilliant Ashley really Enjoyed that

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks so much!

[@DarcyMarieTCB]

My goodness, you are good & so smart. Elvis Presley Enterprises should hire you!!❤🥰

[@ashleysadventures]

Aww Darcy! You’re so sweet! Thanks so much girl!

[@jackiestewart3651]

Great story..thanks Ashley

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks a lot Jackie!

[@AKKTerry]

Wow another great researched video. Something I hadn’t heard about. I wonder if that jacket is still around?

[@ashleysadventures]

I wish we could see it! Thanks Terry!

[@lottahansson8556]

Like the hole story 🎸Thanks for sharing this story 😎 see you later on 👍 . L.

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you!

[@Guitarwizzard1833]

I've been dealing in vintage Martin and Gibson guitars for 25 years and that Gibson Dove has a few things that tell a story as well….On back of the headstock under the stamped serial number there is the number 2….that means that guitar was a factory second guitar because the finish or something else about the workmanship didn't pass final inspection. The back and sides should be made out of maple and the front and back binding are exactly the same. If another back had been put on by them…then the job was exucuted flawlessly…not saying anyone is lying but I find it hard to believe that guitar didn't have a back when they got it…something isn't passing the smell test. I've known George Gruhn for 40 years and Randy Wood for about as long and knew Tut Taylor. The guitars fingerboard as stated was done back then at GTR…which stood for George, Tut and Randy which later on became Gruhn guitars. And I am connected to Asheville as well as Asheville is my hometown.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelholmes8350]

That was a really cool story Ashley.👍

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks a lot Michael!

[@jansorensen]

Just got home from work at the clinic and was about to relaxing with an Elvis from my favorite Elvis historian, but there was no video until November 7, but I'm looking forward to the video. Did you change day now Ashley? ⚡️

[@ashleysadventures]

No, it's just temporary. Hope you enjoy it!

[@ellenbramwell7756]

Very interesting thanks Ashley

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks so much Ellen!

[@carsmartsmedia2324]

It's been a long time so facts can get blurry. Kang Rhee had nothing to do with this decal as it's an American Kenpo crest designed by Ed Parker. Rhee's studio was a TKD/Pasaryu dojo (which Elvis also studied). He's correct however, in that they are water transfer decals (not a vinyl sticker). I have some of them (unused) from when they were still produced by Ed Parker in the 70's. Great story, Ashley!

[@ashleysadventures]

It’s a long time but this is the guy that actually built this guitar. His business partner has passed away and Tom’s memories are all that’s left. I was grateful to get to talk with him, he’s not a karate expert, he’s just telling his experience. Thanks for watching!

[@carsmartsmedia2324]

@@ashleysadventures all good. Hope it didn't come across as a criticism...just a clarification. Elvis did a lot of expose karate to Americans, so any reference is great. Amazing that he gave the guitar to a fan!

[@ashleysadventures]

So true! Thanks again for tuning in

[@curtisellis428]

That was very interesting! You amaze me.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching Curtis!

[@annburchill4676]

Great story ❤️

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks so much, Ann!

[@toddwilliams1380]

Enjoyed this! Am I the only 1 to catch JD Sumner’s autograph on James Burton’s back around 10.00…??? Haha 😂

[@ashleysadventures]

Lol thanks for watching!

[@toddhensley880]

My favorite part is definitely that the motorcycle club was The Possum Brothers! LOL. I want to know if that jacket is in the archives.

[@ashleysadventures]

Right?? Me too! Thanks for watching

[@avcat]

Great video and subject matter. Have they created a reissue of the guitar and can people buy it? I remember they had a copy of James Burton's pink guitar for sale for a while. So I was curious.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks AV! Cute cat. I think there are replicas, I’ve seen photos of people with them. Thanks for watching!

[@Dale3765]

The Gibson Dove first came out in 1962 it was based on the Martin D-style dreadnought. Models include the Dove Performer (with a Fishman Prefix T Pickup), the Dove Quilt (limited to 20 made with a quilted maple back and sides), the Doves in Flight (with extra ornaments), and the Elvis Presley Dove, based on the 1969 custom Dove that Elvis used in the early 1970s Elvis used many Guitars throughout his touring in the 70's another was his Gibson J 200 Ebony from March 1974 in Tulsa, Elvis applied a Kenpo Karate decal to the body in September, thrown into the audience on July 15, 1975 at the Springfield Civic Center in Springfield, Massachusetts after breaking a string and who knows where that Guitar is today , But it was the Red Hagstrom viking 2 a Guitar he borrowed from a session player in the 68 come back singing Trouble/Guitar man that sold for a record U.S $625,000 in 2021, the Kempo decal was not restricted to the Gibson Dove Vernon purchased him as Elvis had been putting on his Guitars before that .

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching

[@Dale3765]

@@ashleysadventures it was a great interview and video Ashley Huge fan of your channel your research is phenomenonel and your presentation is extremely professional Congratulations keep up the great stories 💕

[@ashleysadventures]

I really appreciate that!! Thank you ⚡️

[@walcoman]

Bravo for sharing your story about the dove and its history! I recently, and very sadly sold my absolutely gorgeous, originally purchased by my friend at a Texas guitar shop back in 77, stunning black with pearl inlay Gibson dove including the pickguard with the mother of pearl dove. I refuse to sell it to just anyone and I held out until an older and experienced guy that had my asking price sat down in my living room and prove to me how much he loved it. with the money from the purchase

[@walcoman]

With the money I got from the sale I was able to buy a really nice GMC pickup truck as well as two very very nice gifts for my mother and father! confidentially, he paid me market value Plus $500 extra because I had the original case and the original card from Gibson with the serial number, cheers!

[@kurthenze2900]

I'm a guitar freak. Giving out the info of what materials it was made from would've been appreciated. Like the neck, fretboard, top back and sides, tuners etc. Good video though!

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@AMNON1956]

The giant Elvis ♥

[@ashleysadventures]

That pup is so cute!

[@TheMontgomery333]

Kang Rhee was not Kempo karate. But still a very interesting story. I also heard from a stepbrother years ago he put the sticker on Guitar. Not remembering which one.

[@ashleysadventures]

I think that was the J200. Thanks for watching!

[@josefacabo2725]

Me encanta su canal últimamente podia verlos porque los sub. en español pero ahora no puedo seguirla porque no hay sub. me encantaria poder seguirla nuevamente porque sus videos son muy interesantes

[@ashleysadventures]

¡Estoy feliz de que disfrutes de mis videos! me toma un poco de tiempo traducir pero definitivamente agregaré subtítulos. ¡Gracias!

[@andresgarciadelgado1810]

Would you do one on elvis gibson j200 ebony? One used 1974 to 1975?

[@ashleysadventures]

I'll look into it. Thanks for tuning in!

[@abitoutofsorts]

Very cool

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@tallman4040]

ASHLEY-----> Alert----whenever i watch your videos I end up finding out other things as well as the information you provided. It looks like there was 2 of these black Dove Gibson guitars. They both have the decal, but only one has the Elvis Presley fretwork on it. And the other one has flowers on the pickguard and this one doesn't. There are lots of pics of both guitars on the internet. The fact that both guitars have the decal, makes me wonder if we are missing some facts. It looks like the other one, was used mainly in 1974 but this one was used in 1973 & 1975. Why he stopped using it and then took it up again 2 years later? Before your video, I just didn't look that closely at the guitar to even notice the differences. and now I wonder, who made the other one?? I might spend a few more minutes and see what else I can find out. thanks. Ok--update.....here's what if found. Apparently he gave both of them away to audience members during the same tour in July.....Weird. "1969 Gibson Dove Ebony 539461 November 1971 - September 1973, July 1975 Given to audience member Mike Harris during a concert on July 24, 1975 in Asheville, North Carolina, saying, "This is yours. Hold on to that. Hopefully, it'll be valuable one day." 1968 Gibson J-200 Ebony 618195 March 1974 - July 1975 First used on March 1, 1974 in Tulsa, applied a Kenpo Karate decal to the body in September, thrown into the audience on July 15, 1975 at the Springfield Civic Center in Springfield, Massachusetts after breaking a string."

[@ashleysadventures]

Yes the other was a Gibson J200. Thanks for watching!

[@dennisbrayboy4089]

Hey Ashley love this video I got the copy of this guitar an play it at church an ever where but now I’m confused cause on a video Elvis step brother said he suck the sicker on but I no he as told some untrue stories be for so glad I no the truth now

[@ashleysadventures]

Oh that's awesome! Yeah other people have pointed that out as well. I don't want to assume he lied but maybe it was another guitar. Thanks for tuning in!

[@dennisbrayboy4089]

U videos r always awesome but yeah I say it for u he lied cause he has put Elvis down so much then try’s to write a book about him like he loves him so much but thanks for all u do for us

[@ashleysadventures]

There was a black Gibson J200 that also has a karate sticker so it’s possible he’s telling the truth. Thanks a lot Dennis!

[@dennisbrayboy4089]

Ok sorry

[@boxerfan2]

So I read David Stanley's book and he said he put the karate sticker on. He had details of the reasons. So who's telling the truth on the decals?

[@ashleysadventures]

There was another black Gibson with the decal, maybe he meant that one. Thanks for watching!

[@polyphonicp]

Ed parker was Elvis body guard. Ed was the father of American Karate. He introduced karate to America. He had this huge diamond ring that Elvis gifted him and it was always the topic of convetsation. Elvis trained in Kenpo Karate with Ed Parker and achieved his black belt. Vernon requested the guitar was black to represent Elvis being a black belt. Check out my videos of my Elvis Dove replica.

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@elvisAronPresleybyRusty]

Love

[@ashleysadventures]

Glad you liked it!

[@michellevolkmann5675]

Hi, cool

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@krishnaghosh583]

Nice

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks for watching!

[@bethhuston7956]

Wasn't that one given to a fan by Elvis? That man sold it a few years back......it's the one thing I have always wanted of Elvis's. I'd never get rid of it and I would share it with Graceland's museum for everyone to see.

[@ashleysadventures]

In the video you’ll learn that and a lot more. Hope you enjoy it’

[@bethhuston7956]

@@ashleysadventures I always comment before the end lol....I seen where you talked bout it.....I did enjoy hearing the interview and Learning new things I didn't know about Elvis thank you Ashley 😊

[@ashleysadventures]

Thanks so much Beth!

[@rogerstribute2elvis801]

Elvis was given a black Gibson J-200 with his name on the fretboard that a fan named Jim Curtin and Elvis kept that one and I believe is still in the collection somewhere at Graceland. Elvis Also had another black Gibson J-200 that he got he got in 74' but threw that one out in the audience, I believe in 75' sometime and a woman got that one and I think it was auctioned off a few years back also.

[@bethhuston7956]

@@ashleysadventures you're welcome 😊

[@michaellandreth1392]

Well this busted a myth. That has been floating around since the Aloha from Hi concert. And that was an Air Force Airman asked Elvis to put his Squadrons Emblem on his Guitar. The Karate sticker is made in the same style as those Air Force Logo's.

[@ashleysadventures]

Really? I've never heard that. Could that be the sticker on the black Gibson J200?

[@michaellandreth1392]

@@ashleysadventures Yes that's the one. It looks just like or at least close enough to the Air Force's Ensignia patch I think they call it. It's a Squadron pride thing. Navy and Marines have them too for their planes. And the personal in that Sqd. They just copied the style for the Karate Sticker. A Military one would have the Sqd # too.For years I thought it was from the AF. LOL

[@ashleysadventures]

Thats so crazy! Thanks for tuning in and sharing the insight

[@pardefarmeaurx3720]

I had wondered why he stopped using that guitar.

[@ashleysadventures]

Happy it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@markgale2989]

Didn’t Billy smith give him the sticker on the guitar I could be wrong

[@ashleysadventures]

There was another black guitar with a sticker, I believe it was that one

[@kathrynenderby5997]

Im a huge fan of elvis Presley’s I love 💕 elviss music and flims too elvis will always be the king 👑 off. Rock and roll 🎸 my dream is to visit Graceland and communicate with elvis 12:56pm. I love the picture of elvis in his aloha from Hawaii jumpsuit 11:46am

[@ashleysadventures]

Hope you enjoy the video!

[@kathrynenderby5997]

Thanks tcb tcb ⚡️🎸5:08pm I’m an elvis fan and I’m proud of it tcb 5:09pm

[@GtrMan863]

🎸👍👍

[@ashleysadventures]

😎🎸

[@justinecarter3064]

you were in a motorcycle club?????? oh old are you anyway? lol great story and conversation

[@ashleysadventures]

Lol I meant I was surprised to learn E was in one. Thanks for watching!