Acoustic Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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ACOUSTIC | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Acoustic advertisements; 6 adverts covering a period of 1 years, from 1969 to 1970. Click the images to have a closer look.

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends - The Spirit

Meet Our Friends - The Spirit
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends - Blind Faith

Meet Our Friends - Blind Faith
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends.... The Chambers Brothers

Meet Our Friends.... The Chambers Brothers
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends - Albert King and Chuck Berry

Meet Our Friends - Albert King and Chuck Berry
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Acoustic Can Offer Unlimited Sound To Infinite Capacity

Acoustic Can Offer Unlimited Sound To Infinite Capacity
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1970

Acoustic's Just Invented The PA System
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1970

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox

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Vintage 1977 Takamine 385 12-String Acoustic Guitar Lawsuit Era Martin

Portland, Oregon, 972**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

Beautiful vintage 1977 Takamine ??lawsuit era?? 12-string guitar, serial number 77121312. It is in very good plus condition and sounds amazing. There are minor light blemishes, some wear in the neck and a small chip in the bottom left corner on the front, but in general a beautiful condition guitar (please see pics). Currently strung with 6 strings as I used it for a professional recording and needed a 6-string sound. It plays very nicely with great action and the sound is rich, full, and bright... more

DE ARMOND BY GUILD ELECTRIC / ACOUSTIC X-155

Spring, Texas, 773**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1350

This is one of a kind DeArmond X-155 jazz guitar that has been played so little it still has the original strings and I could list it as an open box because it has probably been played 10-15 times if that much. This guitar has been kept in exceptionally good condition in a non-smoking environment, it looks almost as a brand new guitar and has the same beautiful rich, warm sound of a much more expensive Guild guitar. These DeArmond guitars were manufactured in Korea when they were under the ... more

1985-86 KRAMER FERRINGTON KFS-2 Electric / Acoustic Guitar Red W / OHSC

Bellingham, Washington, 982**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$950

1985-86 KRAMER FERRINGTON KFS-2 Electric / Acoustic Guitar Red W / OHSC. Early run of a classic design this Ferrington had lots of pro players stepping up and endorsing these for live performance. This one is in excellent condition with just a couple tiny nicks and a high spot by sound hole. Very hard to get real great pics with the red color. Looks kinda orange or pink in pjcs but nice red color in person. It looks and sounds like it did when made. No bridge problems and neck is very clean ... more

1980??s Yamaha CJ818SB Jumbo Acoustic Guitar

Harbor Beach, Michigan, 484**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$850

This is a vintage guitar and shows signs of playing and age. It has a few small tally carved into the back on the bottom of the guitar. It is fit with electronics which do work and it sounds fantastic.
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Epiphone FT -79 An AcousticElectric Guitar Tennessee

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 171**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$750

Epiphone FT 79 AN, Insp. by TEXANSerial # 0907170520 Epiphone Inc Sonic Nanoflex Nashville Tennessee Original hard Case... more

1975 Original Gibson Thin Electric Acoustic Series- 8 page Brochure-MINT BB King

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

For sale is an original 1975 Gibson Thin Electric Acoustic Series brochure featuring BB King. The brochure is in mint condition and contains 8 pages of information about this vintage guitar. This item is a great addition to any musician's collection, with its rich history and exceptional craftsmanship. The brand of this guitar is Gibson and the exact year is 1975. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of music history!
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1960s Medallion Acoustic Guitar

Harbor Beach, Michigan, 484**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

I don??t know all that much about this guitar but it could use a set-up. It has a bolt on neck and cool vibes.
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Tokai ? 1970`s "MIJ Malaga Beckmen" model M-30 Acoustic Guitar

Bremerton, Washington, 983**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$650

Tokai 1970`s "MIJ Malaga Beckmen" model M-30 Acoustic Guitar - One Owner since new , very nice specimen Touted as being manufactured at Tokai under contract, for Beckmen Music Co. 1970`s MIJ Malaga Beckmen model M-30 Acoustic Guitar - California Store Brand. I have found several mentions of TOKAI as the builder - I have not discerned any definitive or empirical provenance validating this statement Vintage & RARE circa 1970`s Tokai made, for "Malaga Beckmen Music Company " model M-30 ... more

Epiphone Limited Edition Frampton 1964 Texan Acoustic-Electric Guitar w / Epi case

Athol, Massachusetts, 013**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1100

Designed with guitar legend Peter Frampton, the 1964 Texan features a rare Faded Vintageburst finish, solid spruce top and Schaller M6 tuning machine heads. with Epiphone hardcase. Comes with Authenticity paperwork and Framed Frampton Texan advertisement. No international shipping. Flat rate UPS $90 00
Epiphone Frampton 1964 Texan Acoustic
Epiphone presents the Ltd. Ed. Peter Frampton "1964" Texan, designed with guitar legend Peter Frampton. Featuring a Solid Spruce top with a rare Faded ... more

TAYLOR 2006 Acoustic ELECTRIC Thinline Hollowbody T5 C2 Gloss KOA Guitar HS Case

Louisville, Kentucky, 402**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2250

HELLO, and WELCOME to kentuckyrebel'srock'n'rollheaven, where I've specialized in selling MUSIC MEMORABILIA for over TWENTY YEARS on eBAY (and MANY MORE YEARS in the outside world, long before the advent of online auctions)!
THANKS, too, for the interest in my music group's last CD, "LISTEN UP IT'S THE ECHOES " --free downloadable samples being AVAILABLE ONLINE at AllMusic and, of course, THE ECHOES OFFICIAL WEBSITE--and for the overwhelming response to our follow-up CD, "NOW HEAR THIS, " ... more

Vintage Luna Classical Acoustic w / HSC

Mesquite, Texas, 751**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Item: Vintage Luna Classical Acoustic w / HSC!
Description: You are purchasing a Vintage Luna Classical Acoustic w / HSC! The acoustic currently has a broken string but there are otherwise no issues regarding playability. A true vintage Japanese made classical that is ready to be enlisted as a workhorse. Please inquire with any questions prior to purchase
Shipping: $80 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers ... more

Vintage Kay Archtop Acoustic - N

Mesquite, Texas, 751**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Item:Vintage Kay Archtop Acoustic!
Description: You are purchasing a Vintage Kay Archtop Acoustic! This acoustic has seen a "quick reset" at the neck joint and the guitar plays comfortably. Awesome vintage sound & aesthetics, please inquire w / any questions you may have prior to purchase
Shipping: $80 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own import taxes Payment: We accept Paypal for your ... more

Guild OM-120 Acoustic w / Gigbag - N

Mesquite, Texas, 751**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Item: Guild OM-120 Acoustic w / Gigbag!
Description: You are purchasing a Guild OM-120 Acoustic w / Gigbag! This acoustic is in great shape and exhibits little to no playwear. Please inquire with any questions you may have prior to purchase
Shipping: $80 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own import taxes Payment: We accept Paypal for your convenience. Payment arrangements must be made ... more

Excellent Vintage USA Ovation 1312 Ultra Acoustic Guitar w / Case

Reynoldsville, Pennsylvania, 158**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$599

Excellent vintage USA Ovation Ultra 1312 acoustic w / nice softcase. See description above for condition. . Great tone. Close action. Check my feedback and bid with confidence. Free lower 48 shipping. see my other great items. .Email with any questions.
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Orlando Guitar 303 1960's Natural Finish Acoustic Guitar with Black Case

North Hills, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Orlando Guitar 303 1960's Natural Finish Electronic Guitar with Black Case... more

Kay 1940's Archtop Acoustic Guitar

Portland, Oregon, 972**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$969

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1985-86 KRAMER FERRINGTON KFS-2 Electric / Acoustic Guitar White

Fort Dodge, Iowa, 505**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

This 1985-86 Kramer Ferrington KFS-2 guitar is a stunning semi-hollow body electric / acoustic guitar in a beautiful white finish with a maple neck and rosewood fretboard. It has 22 frets and a 6-string configuration, making it perfect for beginners and professionals alike. The guitar comes with its original hard-shell case (OHSC) and is the ideal choice for any musician looking for a versatile and reliable instrument
For sale: Kramer Ferrington Guitar White with case and Fishman Amp
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6 GIBSON Electric Acoustic GUITAR Mona-Steel STRINGS E OR 6TH WOUND 1950s BX

Van Buren, Arkansas, 729**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

1 / 2 DOZEN VINTAGE GIBSON ELECTRIC Mona-Steel Wound GUITAR STRINGS E OR 6TH WOUND 1950s + box
VINTAGE GIBSON ELECTRIC Mona-Steel Wound GUITAR STRINGS E OR 6TH WOUND 1950s + box
These came from Pawn / Guitar Shop Estate Sale that close in Early 80's
Case candy or used them
New Old Stock never used
I open them to check condition
May & Will have Some Tarnished, spots Patina, Rust
I clean with fine sand paper
See Pictures
Some wear and scratches and tear

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1967 Gibson F25 Folk Acoustic Guitar Natural with case

Doylestown, Pennsylvania, 189**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3700

1967 Gibson F25 Acoustic Guitar Natural with caseWeight: 3 LBS 13 OZSuper wide classical sized neckExcellent super clean conditionBridge was lifting a little so it got some hide glue to clamp it back downOriginal saddle was never cut and was too high so a new saddle was made cut down to correct heightOriginal saddle was saved and put in the caseNeck angle is goodAction is low and easy to playFrets and neck in excellent conditionComes with original case in very nice condition
A super clean... more

Vintage Gretsch Jumbo Acoustic Case Red Lining Black

Doylestown, Pennsylvania, 189**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$650

Vintage Gretsch Jumbo Acoustic CaseThis case fits a Gibson J-200 just rightSo anything that it same shape and size as a Gibson J-200 will fitHandle is missing but a replacement handle will fit right on
D-Town Guitars1109 N Easton Rd Doylestown PA 18902
mon-fri 12-8pm sat 11-3pm EST- closed on sundays
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