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John Dopyera

Slovak inventor (1893-1988) · Scientists · Died at 94

John Dopyera was a Slovak-American inventor, entrepreneur, and maker of stringed instruments. His inventions included the resonator guitar and important contributions to the early development of the electric guitar.

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Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1893 to 1988 · aged 94