Twelve-string guitar

"From R.E.M's start, [guitarist Peter Buck's] post-Roger McGuinn 12-string style served as the foundation for the band’s simple, plain-spoken approach, offering a fresh take on what an independent band could be and inspiring generations of artists to come."

"The twang of a 12-string and the beat of a tambourine ended up nearly synonymous with folk rock music thanks to the Byrds."