electric violin from 1936

[Rudi]

It has the period 'wrapped around strings' pickup. Other than that, the body styling looks completely modern.

 

Electro-String of course was later re-named Rickenbacker.

 

 

[Bridget Murphy]

It's fascinating how certain innovations in musical instrument technology have evolved over time. The transition from the "wrapped around strings" pickup to what eventually became known as the Rickenbacker is a testament to the continuous development and refinement of electric instruments.