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Vox advertisement (1966)

Vox: It's What's Happening (Rolling Stones)

Vox Phantom IIII / Mark VI V222

Vox released several advertisements under the title 'Vox: it's what's happenng' in 1966-67. The mid sixties were very much their heyday, supplying equipment to the Beatles, Stones, and many many more.

Vox had made numerous special instruments for Brian Jones, and he is pictured here with the very first Phantom Mark III, which was to evolve into the Mark VI soon afterwards. This guitar was hand-built for Jones in late 1963 by Vox designer Michael Bennett.

Featuring the Rolling Stones; pictured are Brian Jones, Mick Jagger and Charlie Watts. The top section of this image (just the part showing Jones) was used for the cover image of the UK 1967 Vox Guitars catalog.

Vox advertisement (1966) Vox: It

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Rare 1960s Domino Californian Vox Style Electric Guitar Aged White 6 String RH

Rare 1960's Domino Californian Vox Style Electric Guitar Aged White 6 String RH

Oley, Pennsylvania, 195**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$750

Tested and sounds great! There is a low buzz. Good cosmetic condition for it's age. Many cracks in the veneer that have not gone into the wood. Rub marks on some areas, especially bottom of body. Needs a little TLC cleaning All parts appear to be original to the guitar 6 String??Right HandedComes with vintage case as shown Any discolorations are from reflections or camera flash unless stated above I attempt to capture all imperfections in photos Please see photos for details Thank You For ... more
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VOX MARK VI WITH  CASE Electric Teardrop Guitar 1966 Sunburst Made In Italy

VOX MARK VI WITH CASE Electric Teardrop Guitar 1966 Sunburst Made In Italy

Dallas, Texas, 752**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2999

This vintage Vox Mark VI electric teardrop guitar from 1966 is a true gem for any guitar collector or enthusiast. Crafted in Italy, this right-handed guitar has a solid body with a beautiful sunburst color. It features a 6-string configuration and comes with a case for safekeeping. The guitar is in great shape and has been well-maintained over the years.

The guitar bears the Vox brand and series name, and is perfect for those who are passionate about music and want to add a unique ... more
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2022 Vox Bobcat V90B

2022 Vox Bobcat V90B

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, 547**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$849

Up for sale is this fantastic Bobcat from Vox. This guitar has incredible sustain and resonance thanks to the full size semi-hollow body and the p90 single coils. These pickups have a glassier tone to them, more similar to a Jazzmaster than a P90 Les Paul. The black hardware is a very cool aesthetic and the factory Bigsby actually holds tuning quite well. Action is low and fast without buzzing, just a great guitar


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*VINTAGE!!!* 1960s Vox Meteor Electric Guitar, Red w /  *NEW* Gig Bag

*VINTAGE!!!* 1960's Vox Meteor Electric Guitar, Red w / *NEW* Gig Bag

Marietta, Georgia, 300**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$495


This is a vintage, used instrument in working condition. Pickguard has some warping, but does not affect the playability of the instrument. This little 60's guitar has a lovely tone that takes the player back in time. This guitar is sold as-is, and includes a NEW padded gig bag

ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD AS PICTURED

Thank you for supporting the Gift of Music Foundation! We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation working to democratize access to musical instruments and education to ... more
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Vox Rio Grande Eddy Arnold Model Acoustic Guitar w /  Hard Case 1960s

Vox Rio Grande Eddy Arnold Model Acoustic Guitar w / Hard Case 1960s

Robertsville, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

To start off, this guitar is being sold as is for parts or repair, no returns. It needs some kind of work and a setup to get it back to better playing condition. It seems to play fine all the way up until the 11th / 12th fret, then some of the frets buzz out / don??t play and some of the frets do. This guitar has lots of scratches, indentions and finish checking. To my understanding, all of the finish checking is just in the finish and not in the wood. Please look at all the pictures to know the... more
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Vox Bobcat V90 Black 194744499364 OB

Vox Bobcat V90 Black 194744499364 OB

Kansas City, Missouri, 641**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1120

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Vox Apollo V266 Vintage Semi Hollow Body Electric Guitar w /  OHSC ?? Used

Vox Apollo V266 Vintage Semi Hollow Body Electric Guitar w / OHSC ?? Used

Brookfield, Connecticut, 068**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1600

1967 / 1968 VOX Apollo V266 Hollowbody Guitar in exceptional condition with the original case! All electronics are working perfectly!
The Vox Apollo was offered in the 1967 ??Vox, It??s Whats Happening?? and the 1968 ??The Sound That Travels With the Stars?? catalogs. This semi acoustic, single pickup guitar features a single florentine (pointed) cutaway and a number of onboard battery operated special effects
The 1968 US Vox catalog described the Apollo guitar as follows:
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Huge Lot 60s VOX Guitar Tube Amp Parts ENGLAND Viscount Pathfinder AC30 15 Logo!

Huge Lot 60s VOX Guitar Tube Amp Parts ENGLAND Viscount Pathfinder AC30 15 Logo!

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This huge lot of VOX guitar tube amp parts from the 1965 era is a must-have for any collector or enthusiast of vintage musical instruments. The components are all from England and include Viscount, Pathfinder, AC30, 15 Logo, and many more. With such a wide range of parts, you're sure to find everything you need to complete your vintage guitar amplifier project
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Vox SSC-55 Electric Guitar with Vox gig bag

Vox SSC-55 Electric Guitar with Vox gig bag

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$1000

Vox SSC 55 in like new condition! Still has protective plastic on pick guard, truss rod cover, and control plate. Looks, Sounds, and Plays like new. Comes with original Vox gig bag. Guitar stand not included
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1st Model Italy 1967 Crybaby Guitar Pedal Extremely Rare WAH  Vox Top Logo

1st Model Italy 1967 Crybaby Guitar Pedal Extremely Rare WAH Vox Top Logo

Marion, Indiana, 469**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$7000

This was originally my late great uncles who worked at a club and helped promote shows all over the west coast. Idk how he ended up with this pedal we never talked about it but who knows who could??ve played on it. This is the original crybaby made it Italy and there weren??t many of them then let alone now. It would be awesome restored or just kept as a piece of rock history. It??s being sold as is. I had not tested it but it defintely needs a battery connector from what I can tell and idk what... more
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00 Vox Mark lll Guitar

'00 Vox Mark lll Guitar

Fredericksburg, Texas, 786**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4490

Welcome to Street Dreams in Texas as we celebrate our 25th year in the classic and muscle car business. We also sell rare and hard to find rock and roll memorabilia. We are happy to offer one of those rare items. This is a '00 Vox Mark lll in this original zebra finish by Kevin Smith. Only three of these were done with this finish, this is #2 of only 3. This guitar features an alder body, thin C shaped maple neck with a 12" radius Rosewood fingerboard and medium jumbo frets, 25 5" scale ... more
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Vintage Original 1960s VOX Vertical Amplifier Cabinet Logo

Vintage Original 1960s VOX Vertical Amplifier Cabinet Logo

Port Charlotte, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$49

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1968 Vintage VOX KENSINGTON V1241 Bass Amp with VOX Vinyl Cover - RARE BEAUTY!

1968 Vintage VOX KENSINGTON V1241 Bass Amp with VOX Vinyl Cover - RARE BEAUTY!

Nashville, Tennessee, 372**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1150

VOX Kensington V-1241 Bass Amplifier with Original VOX Vinyl Cover - RARE BEAUTY!
The second and final best generation of this VOX amplifier classic
A wonderful, all original example of solid state technology from 1967-70, and a rarity
Completely gone over by British Audio techs in Nashville, TN to be functionally perfect
?? 50 watts of pure 60??s magic. Plug in a Hofner Beatle Bass and you??re in a time machine!
?? Wired Tone-X pedal works as designed ( see ... more
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Vintage Original 1960s VOX Amplifier Cabinet Countersink Finish Washers

Vintage Original 1960s VOX Amplifier Cabinet Countersink Finish Washers

Port Charlotte, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$32

These are Vintage 1960s Vox Amplifier Speaker Cabinet Countersink Finish Washers for the back of the Speaker Cabinet They came from a vintage 1960s Vox Speaker Cabinet Normal vintage wear and tarnishing Hard to find Great for making your Vintage Speaker Cabinet Original Looks like there are 13 of them Please look at all the pictures Sold As Is All Sales Final No Returns Buyer pays shipping, thanks
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Custom 2x12 Tube Guitar Amp in Cordovox Vintage Cab w /  Jensen Speakers, 6V6

Custom 2x12 Tube Guitar Amp in Cordovox Vintage Cab w / Jensen Speakers, 6V6

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

Up for sale, a custom tube amp housed inside a 1960s Cordovox CG 2x12 enclosure loaded with Jensen C12R speakers. This unique, one-off amp is in perfect working order, 6V6-powered and loosely based on a Fender Black Panel platform
An ideal combination of warmth and articulation, this circuit has a singing treble response with plenty of headroom. Cranking this amp up yields a buttery smooth, naturally compressed tone with creamy breakup. There are a huge array of tones accessible, thanks to ... more
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1966 VOX Beatle V1141, cover, footswitch, & few mods. Needs work but OKAY sound.

1966 VOX Beatle V1141, cover, footswitch, & few mods. Needs work but OKAY sound.

San Pedro, California, 907**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$915


1966 Vox V1141 Beatle Amplifier Head, cover, and foot switch
A friend of mine and I bought this just as the V1143 came out, so we added a few upgrades to try to match it. We added an E-Tuner (the Bass channel volume knob controls the volume). And we upgraded 4 of the power transistors with larger, more powerful, more blow proof transistors (these transistors and the rest are from the '60s so may need replacing now or later). We also added a switch to cross connect sound ... more
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1964 Vox AC50 / 4 Mk II Early Big Box, Original trolly, Foundation cab And Cover

1964 Vox AC50 / 4 Mk II Early Big Box, Original trolly, Foundation cab And Cover

Sacramento, California, 958**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4572

For sale is a rare 1964 Vox AC50 / 4 Mk II amplifier in excellent working condition. This vintage piece comes with its original trolly, foundation cab, and cover. It has been well-maintained and has a warm, rich tone that is perfect for any guitar enthusiast. The exact year of production is 1964, and it has been a highly sought-after item for collectors and musicians alike. Whether you are a professional musician or a collector, this amplifier is a must-have addition to your collection

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Vintage 1959 Magnavox Alnico 15" speaker

Vintage 1959 Magnavox Alnico 15" speaker

Camano Island, Washington, 982**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

Vintage 1959 Magnavox 15" Alnico speaker, used, original cone
Date code: 232916
Impedance: 8 ohms
Please!!!! Read item descriptionand ask questions before bidding!!!
USShipping ONLY!

Shipping is $45 in lower 48States
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1960s VOX Framus Hofner Guitar Tone Control Knob Original Plastic Vintage Part

1960s VOX Framus Hofner Guitar Tone Control Knob Original Plastic Vintage Part

Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$69

Vintage 1960s Framus Guitar TONE Control Knob Plastic Chrome, Black V, Black numbers, nylon hub, Normal light vintage wear, NO CRACKS,   Original FRAMUS PART, THANKS for looking!
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VOX MARK VI WITH MINT CASE Electric Teardrop Guitar 1960s SUPER NICE! ITALY!

VOX MARK VI WITH MINT CASE Electric Teardrop Guitar 1960's SUPER NICE! ITALY!

Bellport, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5500


VOX MARK VI ITALY SUPER CLEAN WITH CASE!!!! I have owned the guitar for over 15 years, I'm the 3rd owner. The neck is in "10" condition, absolutely amazing, no marks at all! The body has normal veneer cracking due to age. It comes with the ORIGINAL CASE! Comfortable to play, and seems to have a distinct Beatles round tone that comes through. One of the finest guitars I've ever owned. It isn't going away cheap, because you'll never find one as clean as this. The serial... more
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1963 Vox Clubman Bass left handedA nice example of the Vox Clubman II bass, built by JMI in Dartford, Kent in 1963. This is a lightweight bass, short (30") scale and very easy to play. It is an early example, and as such has a thin black scratchplate and side mounted, coaxial output jack. JMI offered left handed examples of their solid body Vox guitars and basses at 10% premium. Production numbers are unclear, but left-handed examples rarely come up for sale

1977 Gibson ES Artist 'prototype'

1977 Gibson ES Artist prototypeNot to be confused with the Gibson ES Artist launched by Gibson in 1979; this ES Artist was an early model designed by the Gibson research and development team in Kalamazoo in 1977, the instruments themselves constructed by Gibson artist Chuck Burge. It was planned for launch as a high end semi acoustic with 335-style construction (central maple block) and innovative circuitry - but was pulled at the last minute, being deemed too expensive. Apparently, several examples were produced with varying specifications, though exactly how many actually left the Kalamazoo plant is unclear. Certainly two guitars were sold to LaVonne Music by Gibson in around 1980. Read more about the development of this guitar, with details from Chuck Burge and the story of it's sale to LaVonne music

1959 Hofner Committee

1959 Hofner CommitteeThe Hofner Committee was a truly beautiful guitar produced in Germany, primarily for the UK market. It was a large bodied (initially 17 1/2") guitar with a carved spruce top, available as an acoustic or electric guitar. By the early sixties the carved top was replaced with a laminate, and although still a very fine guitar, the earlier carved top examples, with frondose headstock (like the example shown here) are far more highly prized amongst musicians and vintage guitar collectors.

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins TennesseanThe Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean, or model 6119 was Gretsch's best selling hollow body of the 1960s. This wonderfully faded example from 1965 was originally Dark Cherry Red, but has turned a mid-orange brown. The original color, however, can be seen underneath the pickup surrounds. 1965 specs: maple body, two-piece neck, Brazilian rosewood fretboard and Hi-Lo 'Tron single coil pickups. Nickel plated Gretsch Bigsby tailpiece.

1965 Gretsch 'For the Spectacular Sound of the Times' guitar and amp catalog

1965 Gretsch catalogThe 1965 Gretsch catalog, or catalog #32, featured 10 hollow body electric guitars, including the newly launched Gretsch Viking; four solid body electrics, including the Astro Jet - making it's only catalog appearance; just one bass, the single pickup PX6070; nine acoustics and 12 tube amplifiers. Pride of place went to the Chet Atkins Country Gentleman that adorned both the front and back covers. 24 pages, six of which are in full color.

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret ends

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret endsLoose frets are especially problematic in certain old guitars, but are generally very easy to fix. You'll be amazed at the difference you can make with just a few tools, a bit of knowledge, and a little time. Fixing loose frets can eliminate fret buzz, remove sharp fret ends, and greatly improve the tone of any guitar. If your luthier bill will be greater than the value of your guitar, definitely time to have a go yourself!

1966 Hagstrom 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog (Merson USA)

1966 Hagstrom guitar catalogHagstrom guitars were distributed in the mid-1960s United States by Merson of USA. This eight page 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog, printed in two-colors contained six solid body electrics, three solid body basses, two electric acoustic guitars, two electric acoustic basses and five acoustics.

1965 Hofner President

1965 Hofner PresidentThe President was produced by Hofner in Bubenreuth, Germany, specifically for Selmer, who distributed the brand in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and other commonwealth nations. The President was a hollow body electric acoustic, available as a full body or thinline, and with blonde or brunette finish. It was a great playing guitar that sold fairly well in the second half of the 1950s, throughout the 1960s, and into the very early 1970s. The example shown here is a full-body depth guitar in blonde - and as a 1965 guitar, one of the last to feature the rounded Venetian cutaway. From late 1965 until 1972, the President sported a sharp Florentine cut. Naturally, such an electric acoustic suggests jazz and blues, but many of the original British Hofner President players were part of the rock 'n roll, skiffle and beat scenes of the late 50s and early 60s.

1963 1964 Fender catalog

Fender 1963 catalogue"The Choice of Professional and Student Musicians Everywhere" This eight page catalogue was included as an insert in the 1963 annual "school music" issue of Downbeat magazine (September 1963). As well as keyboards and pedal steels, this catalog contains seven guitars, three basses and ten amplifiers - from student guitars such as the Musicmaster and Duotone to professional models like the new Jaguar.