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Vox advertisement (1964)

The Sounds of Tomorrow Today

Vox Phantom, Vox Phantom IV bass, Vox AC 30 amplifier, Vox Foundation amplifier

British advert from January 1964. A selection of then-available Vox equipment: the Phantom, Phantom bass, Continental organ, and AC30 and Foundation bass amplifiers.

Vox advertisement (1964) The Sounds of Tomorrow Today

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Vox Foundation - New Shapes in Sound
Vox Foundation - New Shapes in Sound
This early Vox advert comes from the August 1963 issue of Beat Monthly (later renamed Beat Instrumental), and shows the new Phantom (it first appeared the previous year) and the Foundation bass amp.
Vox Phantom IV - Vox Guitars
Vox Phantom IV - Vox Guitars
This advertisement comes from a book: the Shadows modern electric guitar tutor. The Shadows were a very well known British band, and guitarist Hank Marvin designed the Tremolo (you can see his sign...
Vox Phantom - Vox amplification
Vox Phantom - Vox amplification
This advertisement comes from a book: the Shadows modern electric guitar tutor, and is for a number of smaller Vox tube amplifiers, the AC10, AC15 and AC30.
Vox AC 30 - Vox Go the Beatles
Vox AC 30 - Vox Go the Beatles
Vox advertisement placed by JMI in the UK in late 1963. With the Beatles becoming evermore popular throughout 1963, Vox were right with them. Beatles manager, Brian Epstein, had made a deal with Vo...
Vox AC 30 - Sounds Like Vox
Vox AC 30 - Sounds Like Vox
November 1963 British advertisement for the newly upgraded Phantom six string guitar, AC-30 and Foundation bass amps, and the Vox Continental organ.
Vox AC 30 - The Shadows Sound is the Vox Sound
Vox AC 30 - The Shadows Sound is the Vox Sound
From May 1964. The Shadows and the AC-30 amplifier
Vox Foundation - ALL-VOX MAN... thats BILL WYMAN
Vox Foundation - ALL-VOX MAN... thats BILL WYMAN
Mid sixties British Vox bass advert featuring Bill Wyman of the Rolling Stones; the newly launched Wyman bass - based on the Mark IV bass, and Foundation bass amplifier

The Wyman bass was sp...
Vox Phantom - Award yourself the finest sound equipment, money can buy!
Vox Phantom - Award yourself the finest sound equipment, money can buy!
United Kingdom Vox advertisement for all instruments: guitar, bass, keyboards and ampifiers. This was placed at a time when demand for Vox instruments (due to association with the British beat-boom...
Vox Foundation - Vox - Need We Say More?
Vox Foundation - Vox - Need We Say More?
Mid Sixties Vox advertisement featuring the Beatles playing a live concert, and using Vox amplifiers. The Beatles were absolutely huge at this time, and Vox had used them in their publicity on nume...
Vox Phantom IV - What do the Beatles have in common with the Breakaways?
Vox Phantom IV - What do the Beatles have in common with the Breakaways?
As well as featuring 3 guitars: Mark VI 222, Bobcat, and Phantom IV bass, this advert also shows the Essex bass amp, and Vox Continental organ
Vox Phantom IV - Paul Revere and the Raiders Ride on Top with Vox
Vox Phantom IV - Paul Revere and the Raiders Ride on Top with Vox
Mid sixties Vox advert featuring Paul Revere and the Raiders and their Vox equipment. The Phantom guitar and bass, plus some Vox valve amplifiers: the AC-100 and Foundation bass amp

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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 1964 Vox AC30 Amplifier AC30 / 6 T Amp JMI

Vintage 1964 Vox AC30 Amplifier AC30 / 6 T Amp JMI

Springville, New York, 141**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3999

Vintage 1964 Vox AC30 / 6 T. Great condition. Recently serviced. Works and sounds great. Looks like a jack was added for an additional speaker cab. This jack has been removed, but the plate remains. Original Mullard preamp tubes. Also appears to have had wheels at some point. These have also been removed. Some screws on the back are not original. Awesome amplifier. Trem / Vib sound incredible. This amp weighs 72 pounds on its own. Shipping will be expensive but professional packaged. Please ... more
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Vox AC30 Vintage Amp  /  Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

Vox AC30 Vintage Amp / Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$149

Vintage original plastic handle taken from a ?70s Vox AC30 amplifier, in very good condition with some normal cosmetic signs of use / aging (see photos). This handle will fit many vintage Vox amplifiers as well as the lid for Continental and Jaguar combo organs. Mounting hardware not included
* If you are located outside the US and aren't able to place your order online, please contact us to discuss shipping quotes
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Vox AC30 Vintage Amp  /  Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

Vox AC30 Vintage Amp / Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$149

Vintage original plastic handle taken from a ?70s Vox AC30 amplifier, in very good condition with some normal cosmetic signs of use / aging (see photos). This handle will fit many vintage Vox amplifiers as well as the lid for Continental and Jaguar combo organs. Mounting hardware not included
* If you are located outside the US and aren't able to place your order online, please contact us to discuss shipping quotes
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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!

San Jose, California, 951**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$95

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
Whether you're looking to restore a classic VOX guitar amp or simply want to add some vintage charm to your modern setup, this lot of... more
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VINTAGE VOX   Aerovox Oil Capacitor P30ZN18  For Vox Beatle Amp

VINTAGE VOX Aerovox Oil Capacitor P30ZN18 For Vox Beatle Amp

Lincoln, Nebraska, 685**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

For sale is this pair of hard to find original Vox Aerovox P30ZN18 oil capacitor for a Vox Beatle speaker box for the 15 ohms Goodman horns. You are buying as is. have two sets, one with wire and one with out. Please ask any questions at least 24 hours before the end of the auction. $15 00 shipping and handling.... more
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Vox AC30 vintage amp Rebuilt  for seasoned or new muscians

Vox AC30 vintage amp Rebuilt for seasoned or new muscians

Elyria, Ohio, 440**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12000

This vintage Vox AC30 vintage amplifier is a must-have for any guitar enthusiast. With its 2 speakers and 3 channels, this combo amp delivers a powerful sound that is perfect for both acoustic and electric guitars. The top boost product line ensures that you get the best possible tone with every use. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just starting out, this Vox AC30 vintage is sure to impress.... more
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Vox AC30 1962 JMI Copper Panel blue speakers top boost vintage 60s

Vox AC30 1962 JMI Copper Panel blue speakers top boost vintage 60s

London, N8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£2500

1962 vintage Vox AC30, JMI model with the desirable copper panel and original blue speakers. This wonderful amp was meticulously renovated by Roger Kenyon of Sound Services in the late 90s and further serviced by John Kelly, one of the top amp specialists in the UK. Housed in a retro Vox cabinet to hold the magic components in for years to come, this beautiful amp has all the reliability and performance of a brand new amp , while keeping all the essential 1962 sound and components original. The ... more
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1974 VOX - AC 30 - Reverb - ID 2881

1974 VOX - AC 30 - Reverb - ID 2881

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€1637

Vintage Brit Tone
Zustand: Anständig
SerNr: 30740
Gewicht: 33 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Fußschalter: ja
Vermittlungsverkauf: 15441
Seltener Mid 70ties AC30 mit Federhall
Ein Lüftungsgitter fehlt und das Tolex ist an einer Stelle abgerissen
Aufwändig überarbeitet, u A. 4 neue EL84 Endstufenröhren
Die AC30 aus den 60er Jahren und Anfang der 70er klingen richtig cremig mit jeder Menge Endstufensättigung
Der AC30 war Rory Gallaghers ??one and only?? Amp, für ... more
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1970 VOX - AC 30  Top Boost - Silver Bulldogs - ID 2763

1970 VOX - AC 30 Top Boost - Silver Bulldogs - ID 2763

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€2677

Mint Condition
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: 5785
Gewicht: 28 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Koffer / Case: nein
Fußschalter: ja
Vermittlungsverkauf: 15344
Der Verstärker stammt aus dem Nachlass von Sam Schwab, bergünder der Beatstones, münchens ältester Rock'n'Roll Band
1970 VOX - AC 30 - Top Boost - Silver Bulldogs - ID 2763
Sehr originaler und gut erhaltener Top Boost von 1970
Der Fussschalter ist nicht mehr original.
Extra Klangregelung ?
Komplett durchgecheckt mit... more
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1979 Vox AC30 ex Status Quo

1979 Vox AC30 ex Status Quo

Doncaster, DN6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£4200

FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:1979 Vox AC30 ex Status Quo
Rock n Roll Amplifier 
The following amplifier was owned and used by one of Britain’s most British most rock n roll bands that being status que , details as follows 
 
Vox Ac 30 
1979 ( Circa )BlackBlack GrillGrey PanelSound Settings to face / panel  
Verification
The amplifier comes with various archival photographic ... more
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1964 VOX - AC30 - Top Boost - ID 2782

1964 VOX - AC30 - Top Boost - ID 2782

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€4799

Super Rare
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: 3981
Gewicht: 25 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Koffer / Case: Cover
Differenzbesteuert nach §25 UStG
1964 VOX - AC30 - Top Boost - ID 2782
Hier handelt es sich gemäß der einschlägigen Literatur um einen von ca. 100 etwa 1964 gebauten VOX AC30, die ein sog. COPPER PANEL mit intergriertem TOP BOOST vereinigen. Der Amp ist weitestgehend original und wurde in der CGL durchgecheckt und auf Vordermann gebracht. Die Potiknöpfe sind NOS. Der ... more
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1966 VOX - AC30 - Thirty Twin - ID 2137

1966 VOX - AC30 - Thirty Twin - ID 2137

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€3677

Very collectible Amp
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: 10008
Gewicht: 33 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Fußschalter: ja
Vermittlungsverkauf: 12604
1966 VOX - AC30 - Thirty Twin - ID 2137
Der AC30 ist der Amp, der in den 60er Jahren in England gespielt wurde
Die Beatles und The Who machten ihn auch bei uns und auf der ganzen Welt so populär
Bestückt ist er mit den legendären Celestion Silver Bulldog Speakern
Woden Transformers und natürlich komplett handverdrahtet
Bis auf ... more
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Vintage Vox AC30 Twin cover - late 1970s

Vintage Vox AC30 Twin cover - late 1970s

London, WC2R***, UNITED KINGDOM

£85

Vintage Vox AC30 cover - late 1970s. Scuffs, a few small tears, some loose binding / stitching. All should be easy to sort out with fabric adhesive etc. The main body of the cover is good and solid. These covers are very scarce these days. Shown on an AC30 Super Twin amp section on top of a Univox (neither included in this sale).... more
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VOX AC30 1970 Made in England

VOX AC30 1970 Made in England

Hagen, 58***, GERMANY

€1800

Da noch zwei weitere ältere AC 30 und AC15 Combos vorhanden sind, wurde dieser 70er in den letzten zwanzig Jahren überwiegend im Proberaum benutzt. Verkauf aus Altersgründen. Privatverkauf. Keine Garantie bzw. Gewährleistung. Keine Rücknahme.... more
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1970s Original Vox AC30 With original Cover

1970s Original Vox AC30 With original Cover

London, SW6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£1850

NEW KINGS ROAD VINTAGE GUITAR EMPORIUM ARE DELIGHTED TO
OFFER FOR SALE
1970s Vox AC30

In great overall condition
Grey panel and pointer knobs
Vox Product 2x12 speakers
With original cover. Made In England
Customers please note that returns purchased through PayPalwill also incur PayPals fees (Approx 4%)Overseas Customers please note that postage costs may be more to certain countries outside the EU: Postage to Australia is £300 Customers outside the EU please ... more
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VOX Phantom EXTREMELY RARE prototype Chitarra Vintage Sunburst Guitar 1965-1968.

VOX Phantom EXTREMELY RARE prototype Chitarra Vintage Sunburst Guitar 1965-1968.

Foligno, 06***, ITALY

€1853


The Vox Phantom is an electric guitar, originally released in 1962 by the Jennings company. It is unique for its distinctive, pentagonal shape, which became part of the iconic representation of the British Invasion. Originally made in England, manufacturing was later relocated to Italy
Please note:
The guitar is working, very funny to play and in very good conditions considering his age!
The tremolo arm is working fine not affecting the tuning.
The circuitry is also ... more
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Vintage 1960s Vox AC30 2x15 EF Valve Amplifier Combo EMPTY Cabinet Ex Jet Harris

Vintage 1960s Vox AC30 2x15 EF Valve Amplifier Combo EMPTY Cabinet Ex Jet Harris

Heanor, DE75***, UNITED KINGDOM

£595

Vintage 1960s Vox AC30 2x15 EF Valve Amplifier Combo EMPTY Cabinet Ex Jet Harris
This beauty has resided in the LMS (Ronnie Lane Studio Collection) for many decades after it was personally purchased off of the wife of Jet Harris of The Shadows. It is an empty 1964 Vox AC30 2x15 Extended Frequency ?EF?? Combo amplifier cabinet. This amplifier was custom ordered and custom made for Jet Harris as an AC30 2x15 with a full cloth front panel - incredible! However, since then, it has had a ... more
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1965 VOX - AC-30 TB - Silver Bulldog - ID 3293

1965 VOX - AC-30 TB - Silver Bulldog - ID 3293

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€3065

Vintage 60ties Top Boost
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: 17819
Gewicht: 34 kg Versandklasse: Extra Heavy
Koffer / Case: Rockbag-Cover
Fußschalter: ja (VOX-Ei)
Vermittlungsverkauf: 15658
Sehr originaler und ausgezeichnet erhaltener Jennings Musical Instruments Top Boost von 1966
Komplett durchgecheckt, er läuft einwandfrei
Die AC30 aus den 60er Jahren klingen richtig cremig mit jeder Menge Endstufensättigung
4 Gummifüße wurden gegen 4 Rollen getauscht
4 Plastik ... more
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vox ac30  Reverb, Bj. 1972,  Silver Bulldog Lautsprecher

vox ac30 Reverb, Bj. 1972, Silver Bulldog Lautsprecher

Forst, 76***, GERMANY

€2100

Vox AC30 Baujahr 1972 Reverb.
Silver Bulldog speakers.

Unverbastelt.
Sehr guter Zustand.

Siehe Bilder.

Kein Versand!
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1971 Selmer guitar catalogue

1971 Selmer guitar catalogueScan of 1971 Selmer guitar catalogue showing the range of electric and acoustic guitars distributed by the company: guitars by Gibson, Yamaha, Selmer, Hofner and Suzuki. 1960s Selmer had always placed Hofner at the front end of their catalogues, no doubt these were the better sellers - but into the 1970s Hofner were slipping somewhat and only appear at the tail end of this publication, pride of place going to Gibson, and to a lesser extent Yamaha. In fact this is the last Selmer catalogue to include the many Hofner hollow bodies (Committee, President, Senator etc) that had defined the companies output for so many years - to be replaced in the 1972 catalogue by generic solid body 'copies' of Gibson and Fender models. A number of new Gibson models are included for the first time: the SG-100 and SG-200 six string guitars and the SB-300 and SB-400 basses.

1968 Selmer guitar catalogue

1968 Selmer guitar catalogueScan of 1968/1969 Selmer guitar catalogue (printed July 1968), showing the entire range of electric and acoustic guitars distributed by the company: guitars by Hofner, Gibson, Selmer and Giannini. Selmer were the exclusive United Kingdom distributors of Hofner and Gibson at the time, and this catalogue contains a total of 18 electric guitars, 7 bass guitars, 37 acoustics, and 2 Hawaiian guitars - all produced outside the UK and imported by Selmer, with UK prices included in guineas. This catalogue saw the (re-)introduction of the late sixties Gibson Les Paul Custom and Les Paul Standard (see page 69) and the short-lived Hofner Club 70. Other electric models include: HOFNER ELECTRICS: Committee, Verithin 66, Ambassador, President, Senator, Galaxie, HOFNER BASSES: Violin bass, Verithin bass, Senator bass, Professional bass GIBSON ELECTRICS: Barney Kessel, ES-330TD, ES-335TD, ES-345TD, ES-175D, ES-125CD, SG Standard, SG Junior, SG Special GIBSON BASSES: EB-0, EB-2, EB-3 - plus a LOT of acoustics branded Gibson, Hofner, Selmer and Giannini

1961 Hofner Colorama I

1961 Hofner Colorama IHofner Colorama was the name UK distributor Selmer gave to a series of solid and semi-solid guitars built by Hofner for distribution in the UK. The construction and specifications of the guitars varied over the period of production, but by 1961 it was a totally solid, double cutaway instrument, with a set neck, translucent cherry finish, six-in-a-row headstock, and Hofner Diamond logo pickups. Available as a single or dual pickup guitar, this sngle pickup version would have been sold in mainland Europe as the Hofner 161.

1971 Commodore N25 (Matsumoku)

1971 Commodore N25 (Matsumoku)Commodore was a brand applied to a series of guitars produced in Japan at the well-respected Matsumoku plant from the late 1960s to the mid 1970s - and sold primarily (perhaps exclusively?) in the United Kingdom. The models bearing the Commodore name were all guitars available from different distributors with different branding. Although there may have been some minor changes in appointments (specifically headstock branding) most had the same basic bodies, hardware and construction. Equivalent models to the Commodore N25 (and this is by no means an exhaustive list) include the Aria 5102T, Conrad 5102T(?), Electra 2221, Lyle 5102T, Ventura V-1001, Univox Coily - and most famously the Epiphone 5102T / Epiphone EA-250.

1960 Hofner Colorama II

1960 Hofner Colorama IIThe Hofner Colorama was the name given by Selmer to a series of solid (and semi-solid) body Hofner guitars distributed in the United Kingdom between 1958 and 1965. The Colorama name actually applied to some quite different guitars over the period, but in 1960 it was a very light, semi-solid, set necked guitar with one (Colorama I) or two (Colorama II, as seen here) Toaster pickups. Although an entry-level guitar, it was very well-built, and a fine playing guitar; certainly a step up (at least in terms of craftsmanship) from many of the Colorama guitars that would follow, and a good deal of the guitars available in Britain circa 1960.

1971 Epiphone 1820 bass (ET-280)

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1981 Gibson Marauder

1981 Gibson MarauderProduction of Bill Lawrence's Gibson Marauder began in 1974, with production peaking in 1978. But by 1980 the model was officially discontinued, though very small numbers slipped out as late as spring 1981. Over 7000 examples shipped between 1974 and 1979, and although no totals are available for 1980 and 1981, it is unlikely production reached three figures in either of these years. These final Marauders were all assembled at the Gibson Nashville plant, and had some nice features not available through the later years of production, such as a rosewood fretboard, and in this case, an opaque 'Devil Red' finish. It's a great looking and fine playing guitar!

1971 'Pick Epiphone' Catalog

1971 Pick Epiphone catalogWhen Epiphone production moved from Kalamazoo to the Matsumoku plant in Japan, a whole new range of electric, flattop and classic acoustic guitars was launched. Between late 1970 and 1972 the new models were launched and refined. This 'folder' catalog contains various inserts released over these years detailing four electric six-strings (ET-270, ET-275, ET-278, and thinline EA-250), three bass guitars (ET-280, ET-285, and thinline EA-260), three folk/steel acoustics, four jumbo flattop acoustics, two 12-string jumbos, four classic acoustics, and a banjo.

1981 'Gibson Specials' Pre-Owners Manual

1981 Gibson Specials Pre-Owners Manual'Gibson Specials' was part of the June 1981 pre-owners manual series, but unlike the other folders contained a mish-mash of different guitars: limited editions, test marketing and close outs. "You will find the unusual, the brand-new, and the bargain within this folder". End of line 70s guitars like the Marauder, S-1, and L-6S Custom mixed in with brand new models the The V, The Explorer and the Flying V Bass.
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1970s Shaftesbury 3263 bass

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1961 Hohner Zambesi

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1963 Vox Super Ace

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1966 Vox New Escort

1966 Vox New EscortThe Vox New Escort was Vox's version of the Fender Telecaster, at a time when American guitars were out of reach for most British musicians. It was made by JMI in England, for the British market, and unlike the majority of other models, didn't have an Italian-made equivalent. But the New Escort wasn't a slavish Fender copy, adding Vox's stylish teardrop headstock to the tele-style body, with a stop tailpiece and two Vox V2 single coil pickups. And it's a pretty substantial, and nice playing guitar, with a very comfortable neck. Check out the images, specifications, and watch a video of it in action. There is also extra content in the vintageguitarandbass supporting members area.

1969 Fender catalog, Fender Lovin' Care

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1973 Eko Ranger Folk

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1966 Vox Symphonic bass guitar

1966 Vox Symphonic bass guitarThe Symphonic bass was built in the UK, by Vox parent company JMI. It was the Vox equivalent to the Fender Precision bass, and was one of the most expensive Vox guitars produced. It was actually a great playing bass, rather similar to the Precision in feel and sound, but was probably just too expensive compared to an actual Fender and consequently sold poorly. When Vox hit financial problems in 1968, unsold guitars and basses were passed on to Dallas Arbiter, who briefly sold the excess Symphonic bass stock as model 4537. This bass, although with a neck date of February 1966, was most likely one of the unsold Vox guitars sold on by Dallas Arbiter. Check out the bass, and the two video demos through 1960s Ampeg and WEM amplifiers.

1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog

1968 Shaftesbury catalogThe 1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog was just four pages long, and contained four guitar models: the six string Barney Kessel-style 3264; and three Rickenbacker-styled semi-acoustic models: the six-string 3261, the twelve string 3262 and the 3263 bass. Shaftesbury was the house-brand of major UK distributor Rose-Morris, and seems to have been launched as a response to the company's loss of it's distribution deal with Rickenbacker. The guitars were mid-priced, and built in (initially) Japan, and later Italy, by Eko

1970 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns Celebrated Classics' catalog

1970 Rose_Morris catalog1970 Rose-Morris catalog, dated April 1970. It featured 6 electric guitars, 32 acoustic guitars, 3 basses and 1 steel guitar. It contains the following instruments, over 20 pages: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3262, 3264, 3265, 3400; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Colorado, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12; Aria 1674, 1675, 1676, 1679, 1680, 1695, 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk; Rose-Morris 15-11, Kansas, Georgian, Florida; Suzuki 1663, 1664, 1665, 3054, 3055, 3060; Tatay 1713, 1714, 1715; Peerless 3052; Steel guitar: Aria 3425

1971 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns' catalog

1971 Rose_Morris catalogThe sixteen-page 1971 Rose-Morris catalog featured electric guitars by Rose-Morris' own brand, Shaftesbury, and budget brand Top Twenty; aswell as acoustics by Eko, Aria, and for the first time Ovation. The catalog contains the following instruments: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3264, 3265, 3400, 3402; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Ovation: Balladeer, 12 String, Glen Campbell, Glen Campbell 12 string; Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12, Colorado, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Studio 'L'; Rose-Morris Florida; Aria 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk

1972 Fender Precision bass

1972 Fender PrecisionA detailed look at an early 1970s Fender Precision bass guitar in custom black finish, with rosewood fretboard. 1972 list price, $307.50. The Fender Precision had been shipping since at least very early 1952 - with just one re-design circa 1957. This example, then, shows a model already two decades old, but barely changed since the '57 revamp. Fender got it right first time around, and although there are numerous minor cosmetic differences, the essence of this bass is effectively the same as it was in '52: a simple, single pickup instrument with a GREAT sound. Check out the demo video through an old Ampeg B15. It's no wonder this is the bass that everybody wants!

1967 Vox Stroller

1967 Vox StrollerThe Vox Stroller was the brand's entry level electric solid body guitar, fitted with just one pickup and a fixed tailpiece. Although aimed at student guitarists, it wasn't a terrible instrument, but did lack somewhat in adjustability, having no accessible truss rod and only a floating rosewood bridge. But this example is actually quite an improvement on earlier versions, with a standard 1/4" jack and a solid mahogany body. 1967 price £18 2s. JMI ceased UK guitar production in late '67, and combined with decreasing demand for the Stroller, this surely must be one of the last examples shipped.

1963 Vox Clubman Bass (left handed)

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.