The Ventures are an American instrumental rock band formed in 1958 in Tacoma, Washington. Founded by Don Wilson and Bob Bogle, the group in its various incarnations has had an enduring impact on the development of music worldwide. With over 100 million records sold, the group is the best-selling instrumental band of all time. In 2008, the Ventures were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

• Don Wilson
• Bob Bogle
• Nokie Edwards
• Mel Taylor
• Max Weinberg
• Jeff Baxter
• Peter Frampton
• Rick Derringer