THE MOJO CHESSMASTER

Just look at this guitar! There's not a single sexy curve on it.

Visit the TMBW page →

The most detailed and accurate information on this guitar on the 'net. History, specs, and a list of video appearances.

Check out the Chessmaster Gallery →

My collection of every photo of the guitar I've seen online. It's actually not a whole lot, for a guitar that's existed and been pulled out live for nearly 30 years.

Chessmaster Fan Projects →

Introducing Mike Buffington's incredible Chessmaster II replica and more!

Live shows where the Chessmaster was played (to my knowledge):

1990s

• Feb 1, 1992 in Manchester, UK
• Sept 13, 1997 in New York, NY
• Sept 13, 1998 in New York, NY

1999

• June 20 in Central Park in NY
• July 15 The Aggie in Fort Collins, CO
• July 16 LoDo Music Festival in Denver, CO
• July 19 at Irving Plaza in NY
• Sept 23 at the Cajun House in Scottsdale, AZ

2000s

• Nov 23, 2000 at the Bowery Ballroom in NY
• Feb 23, 2008 at Borders Bookstore in NY

The Mojo Chessmaster has been restored and was intended to return to the live stage in 2020, but understandably, life got in the way. Stay safe, guys, and see you all in 2021.