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Music Instruments in Popular Culture: Icons and Trends

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Which electric guitar is most commonly associated with Jimi Hendrix?

  1. Fender Stratocaster

  2. Gibson Les Paul

  3. Rickenbacker 360

  4. Gretsch White Falcon

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jimi Hendrix was known for his iconic performances with the Fender Stratocaster, particularly the white one with a black pickguard.

What is the name of the drum kit used by Ringo Starr in The Beatles?

  1. Ludwig Super Classic

  2. Gretsch Round Badge

  3. Slingerland Radio King

  4. Rogers Swiv-O-Matic

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ringo Starr used the Ludwig Super Classic drum kit, known for its distinctive sound and appearance.

Which synthesizer is synonymous with the electronic music revolution of the 1980s?

  1. Roland Juno-106

  2. Yamaha DX7

  3. Korg M1

  4. Sequential Circuits Prophet-5

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Roland Juno-106 is considered one of the most iconic synthesizers of the 1980s, known for its warm and lush sound.

What is the name of the guitar played by Chuck Berry?

  1. Gibson ES-335

  2. Fender Telecaster

  3. Gretsch 6120

  4. Rickenbacker 330

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chuck Berry was known for his signature sound, which he achieved using the Gibson ES-335 guitar.

Which instrument is most closely associated with Bob Marley?

  1. Acoustic Guitar

  2. Electric Guitar

  3. Bass Guitar

  4. Harmonica

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bob Marley was known for his soulful acoustic guitar playing, which became a defining element of reggae music.

What is the name of the saxophone played by John Coltrane?

  1. Selmer Mark VI

  2. Conn 10M

  3. Yamaha YAS-280

  4. Buescher Aristocrat

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

John Coltrane was known for his innovative saxophone playing, particularly on the Selmer Mark VI tenor saxophone.

Which instrument is most commonly associated with the blues genre?

  1. Electric Guitar

  2. Acoustic Guitar

  3. Harmonica

  4. Piano

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The electric guitar is a defining instrument in blues music, known for its expressive and soulful sound.

What is the name of the drum kit used by Keith Moon in The Who?

  1. Ludwig Super Classic

  2. Gretsch Round Badge

  3. Slingerland Radio King

  4. Rogers Swiv-O-Matic

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

Keith Moon used the Premier 50s drum kit, known for its powerful and thunderous sound.

Which synthesizer is synonymous with the rise of techno music in the 1990s?

  1. Roland Juno-106

  2. Yamaha DX7

  3. Korg M1

  4. Roland TB-303

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Roland TB-303 is considered one of the most iconic synthesizers in techno music, known for its distinctive bassline sound.

What is the name of the guitar played by Eric Clapton?

  1. Gibson Les Paul

  2. Fender Stratocaster

  3. Martin D-45

  4. Gretsch White Falcon

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eric Clapton is known for his signature sound, which he achieved using the Gibson Les Paul guitar.

Which instrument is most closely associated with the jazz genre?

  1. Saxophone

  2. Trumpet

  3. Piano

  4. Double Bass

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The saxophone is a defining instrument in jazz music, known for its expressive and improvisational capabilities.

What is the name of the drum kit used by Dave Grohl in Nirvana?

  1. Ludwig Super Classic

  2. Gretsch Round Badge

  3. Slingerland Radio King

  4. Rogers Swiv-O-Matic

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dave Grohl used the Gretsch Round Badge drum kit, known for its powerful and aggressive sound.

Which synthesizer is synonymous with the rise of hip hop music in the 1980s?

  1. Roland Juno-106

  2. Yamaha DX7

  3. Korg M1

  4. E-mu SP-1200

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The E-mu SP-1200 is considered one of the most iconic samplers in hip hop music, known for its distinctive sound and sampling capabilities.

What is the name of the guitar played by Jimmy Page?

  1. Gibson Les Paul

  2. Fender Stratocaster

  3. Martin D-45

  4. Gretsch White Falcon

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jimmy Page is known for his signature sound, which he achieved using the Gibson Les Paul guitar.

Which instrument is most closely associated with the country music genre?

  1. Acoustic Guitar

  2. Electric Guitar

  3. Fiddle

  4. Banjo

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The acoustic guitar is a defining instrument in country music, known for its warm and twangy sound.

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