Millimetric MGS3 We came across an infographic of “Iconic Guitars” with 25 different body shapes. The vast majority of which we have literally already posted about, or have at least mentioned as an obvious influence on other guitars which we have posted. There were a few that we were certainly aware of, but have never mentioned, either because we haven’t gotten around to them, haven’t found one in purple yet, and/or just aren’t that interested. Then there was one: “What the heck is THAT‽” This really had us questioning the meaning of “iconic.” Not to say that something can not be iconic just because we have never heard of it. We do not have that level of self-assuredness, and even if we did, everyone has to have a very first encounter with something no matter how iconic. So, what is the difference between a “cool” guitar and an “iconic” one? Famously played by notable artist or artists? Used on numerous hit records? Inspired a generation of players and imitators? We checked a website that catalogs the gear of famous musicians, and they don’t even have a page for this brand. We are not entirely comfortable with tying iconic status to commercial success, but there must be some level of cultural significance, right? Does seeing this guitar evoke memories or emotions? Does it inspire a whole new genre? Give us a hint here. Let us move on to the guitar itself, because it can not be blamed for claims that someone else is making on its behalf. The neck is walnut with thin lines for inlay. To call it a bolt-on neck seems inaccurate, because the neck extends all the way under the pickups and bridge, making it more of a bolt-on body. The body itself may invite comparisons to other angular guitar shapes, but ultimately looks more like it was designed by someone who only had descriptions of guitars from other people, and never seen one themselves. It has a fancy Millimetric original bridge. The pickups are likewise Millimetric’s own version of lipstick pickups. These are controlled by a “free-way” switch, which resembles a conventional 3-way toggle, but actually has six positions like the gear stick on a car. Such switches have been around as an aftermarket modification for decades, but we do not recall ever seeing one on a factory new guitar. The volume and tone knobs have a pointy bit, but no numbers at which to point. It has a metallic lilac finish with an acrylic pickguard. The whole guitar has an overall sleek look that seems like it would be at home in a bright white room with sparse decorations and furniture all made of glass and metal. Chic. Trendy. Iconic? #PurpleGuitarPhursday #Millimetric