The Gibson ES series of semi-acoustic guitars (hollow body electric guitars) are manufactured by the Gibson Guitar Corporation. The letters ES stand for Electric Spanish, to distinguish them from Hawaiian-style lap steel guitars which are played flat on the lap.

What does SG stand for in Gibson guitars?

Solid Guitar Gibson also honored Les Pauls request to remove his name from the guitar, and the new model was renamed SG, which stood for Solid Guitar.

What guitars does Eric Clapton use?

Today, Eric Clapton is best associated with the Fender Stratocaster electric guitar (he endorses a signature model) and Martin Acoustic Guitars (five models have been issued over the years). In concert, he primarily plays his signature model Fender Stratocaster.