Vintage Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

Recent advertisements posted to this site

Some of the most recent advertisements posted to this site. Click the images to have a closer look, or browse more adverts by following the manufacturer and category links at the foot of this page.

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N85S - Rock Solid with Columbus

Rock Solid with Columbus
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N85S - 1977

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman 13/O - Columbus Constellation

Columbus Constellation
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman 13/O - 1978

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N77 - The Columbus Collection

The Columbus Collection
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N77 - 1976

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N121 - Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics

Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N121 - 1975

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N120 - Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics

Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N120 - 1975

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N141 - Kimbara. The Choice of the Maestro

Kimbara. The Choice of the Maestro
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N141 - 1977

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman Acoustics - Two Great Guitar Names...

Two Great Guitar Names...
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman Acoustics - 1974

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman Acoustics - SETTLE for the BEST...

SETTLE for the BEST...
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman Acoustics - 1973

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman 181/V - Kimbara. Exclusive new models

Kimbara. Exclusive new models
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman 181/V - 1978

Kimbara. The Choice of the Maestro
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N141 - 1977

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N115 - Kimbara - Classic Folk Jumbos Electrics

Kimbara - Classic Folk Jumbos Electrics
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N115 - 1976

Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N116 - Electric Country Rock Classic

Electric Country Rock Classic
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman N116 - 1977

The New Guilds Are Here
Guild S-300 - 1977

Rosetti ET-270 - 7 New Epiphones At Fantastic New Prices

7 New Epiphones At Fantastic New Prices
Rosetti ET-270 - 1971

Guild SuperBird II - Big New Bird By Guild!

Big New Bird By Guild!
Guild SuperBird II - 1968

Guild Stuart A-500 - Guild showcase for talent

Guild showcase for talent
Guild Stuart A-500 - 1963

Guild Stuart X-500 - Be good to yourself with a Guild

Be good to yourself with a Guild
Guild Stuart X-500 - 1962

Selmer Colorama - 8 out of 10 players select solids from this range

8 out of 10 players select solids from this range
Selmer Colorama - 1961

Gibson Lab Series amplifiers - Lab series. If only you could see how they sound.

Lab series. If only you could see how they sound.
Gibson Lab Series amplifiers - 1981

Gibson Lab Series L5 - "My Lab Series amp takes all the bumps, and still gives a smooth performance."

"My Lab Series amp takes all the bumps, and still gives a smooth performance."
Gibson Lab Series L5 - 1981

Gibson Lab Series L2 - Employment Assurance

Employment Assurance
Gibson Lab Series L2 - 1979

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Vintage guitars for sale

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Era: late 1950s??early 1960s Guitar

Haymarket, Virginia, 201**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$40

Era: late 1950s??early 1960s
?? Type: early solid-body electric, unbranded
?? Construction: bolt-on neck, slab-style body
?? Tuners: vintage open-gear (budget style)
?? No logo, no serial number
?? Very simple electronics (single pickup)
Condition factors
?? Missing strings
?? Unknown if electronics work
?? Heavy wear / aging... more

Vintage KAY - K300 Acoustic Guitar w / figured back & sides

Arlington, Virginia, 222**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

See the photos
This is a very nice, clean example
Action is good - and it comes with a floating saddle so you can adjust with shims if you desire
Brand new Ernie Ball nickel wound 10-46 strings
A couple of dings on the head stock
See the photos
The last ones of these on Reverb sold for $400+
Willing to meet up to within 50 miles of Washington DC to deliver a paid for instrument
... more

Seymour Duncan 84 40 Tube Guitar Amplifier - Vintage Head Chassis Parts Project

Compton, California, 902**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

Not tested, being sold as is no returns
lots of dust. What you see is what you get
... more

1940 vintage all mahogany martin 0-15 acoustic guitar with new hardshell case

Picayune, Mississippi, 394**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3900

FOR SALE:
1940 Martin 0-15 acoustic guitar
I??m selling my old Martin. She??s the first year of the 0-15 series. The resonance from the old wood is apparent when you play it. The all mahogany tone range is quite pleasing to the ear and sits very well in a mix if you??re recording. Its so light it??s crazy, It weighs 3 4lbs all up including the electronics with 9v battery. This one sounds great acoustically or electrified
This isn??t being sold strictly as a collectors vintage ... more

Fender Kluson Deluxe Single Line Tuners With 7 Screws. Pre-CBS Stratocaster.

Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

This is a set of single line Kluson Deluxe tuners off of an undated Fender slab Stratocaster neck. The neck is shown for reference only and is not included in the auction. They come with 7 original screws. The ferrules are not included. The photo with the neck is for reference only. The neck is not included in this auction. They all work smoothly and perfectly and without any resistance. The low E tuner string post is broken at the tip. It still wraps and works fine, but it doesn??t look great.... more

Yamaha FG-110 Vintage 1970's 6-String Acoustic Guitar Made In Taiwan Needs Work

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

$190

Yamaha FG-110 Vintage 1970's 6-String Acoustic Guitar Made In Taiwan Needs Work
Item Description:

You are bidding on a previously owned Yamaha FG-110 6-String Acoustic Guitar that will need some work. This auction is for the guitar and aftermarket gig bag you see pictured. Nothing else included. It comes as pictured. Please take a moment to look at the pictures and assess the guitar. This guitar has some nicks, scuffs, and scratches from use. The pickguard looks like it has ... more

Schafer EG901 Vintage 6-String Electric Guitar Needs Work

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

$130

Schafer EG901 Vintage 6-String Electric Guitar Needs Work
Item Description:

You are bidding on a previously owned Schafer EG901 Vintage 6-String Electric Guitar that will need some work. This auction is for the guitar you see pictured. Nothing else included. It comes as pictured. Please take a moment to look at the pictures and assess the item. The neck is straight and the frets have plenty of life in them. This guitar has deep scratches from use and being moved around. The ... more

Gibson Guitar B25 Or Lg1 Sunburst S#250752

Leavittsburg, Ohio, 444**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

The Gibson Guitar B25 or LG1 Sunburst S#250752 is a high-quality guitar manufactured by Gibson, a well-known brand in the music industry. With a classic sunburst finish, this guitar is likely to have a vintage and timeless appeal to musicians and collectors alike. The B25 or LG1 model is known for its versatile sound and quality craftsmanship, making it a popular choice for guitarists across various genres. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned player, this Gibson guitar is sure to deliver ... more

Vintage 1930's / 40's Gibson Lap Steel Guitar EH125 / EH150? (Not sure model)In Case

Creedmoor, North Carolina, 275**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$200

Vintage 1930's / 40's Gibson Lap Steel Guitar EH125 / EH150? possibly but not sure on model as I am not a collector and acquired this from a friend's estate over 10 years ago. I do not know anything about it so it is sold "as is" so please look at all pictures and judge for yourself on model and year made and if you have any questions I will try my best to answer. Also not sure if this original case since case has a label of Rickenbacker Electro Guitar. Looks to be in vintage used condition ... more

Martin 1833 The Martin Magazine Vol 1 #1 & #2 1970's

Havertown, Pennsylvania, 190**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

To see this clearer click on the big photo:Extremely hard to find and rarely seen. You get all you see here.... more

70s Epiphone Japan Black Crestwood ET-290 / Wilshire Electric Guitar Humbuckers

Saint Petersburg, Florida, 337**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$790

Vintage 1970s Black Epiphone MIJ Crestwood ET-290 / Wilshire Electric Guitar w / Humbuckers
Up for auction we have another collectible vintage instrument, a Black 1970s Epiphone Made in Japan Crestwood ET-290 / Wilshire Electric Guitar with a pair of Humbucker pick-ups
Second owner is reseller, who has purchased a new Roadrunner gig bag at retail of $40 additional value here to more safely ship this to the winning bidder. We are starting this auction with plenty of room for ... more

1990s Fender, Korea Stratocaster Electric Guitar Single Coil, Black w / Wh Guard

Saint Petersburg, Florida, 337**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

1990s Fender MIK Stratocaster aka Strat Electric Guitar, w / 3 Single Coil P / Us, Black w / White
Up for auction we will have a couple of collectible vintage instruments, starting with this Early 1990s Fender Made in Korea Stratocaster aka Strat Electric Guitar w / 3 Single Coil P / Us, Black with White Pickguard
Second owner is reseller, who has purchased a new Roadrunner gig bag at retail of $40 additional dollars value here to more safely ship this to the winning bidder. We are ... more

HARMONY H410A HARMONICA AMPLIFIER similar to Kalamazoo Model 2

Santa Fe, New Mexico, 875**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

HARMONY H410A HARMONICA AMP, compare to Kalamazoo One andTwo
Harmony H410A amplifier. These amps have the same signaltubes, similar circuit, and similar reputation as the well-known KalamazooModel One and Two. This particular unit is in good working condition. The toneis there and the tremelo is outstanding. Installed is a vintage1958 Jensen (220841) alnico speaker, one of ourfavorites for harmonica. The tube lineup is 12AX7, 6BQ5 (also known as EL84), and 6AU6 with a 5Y3 rectifier. Please ... more

Dearmond Speed Bump pick-ups with volume & tone pots VINTAGE KAY SPEED DEMON ?

Cave Creek, Arizona, 853**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$162

Ready for your project! Here's 2 DEARMOND SPEED BUMP pick-ups. These were found on several of the KAY guitar models including the famous SPEED DEMON. The original wiring harness in still intact & includes 2 volume & 2 tone potentiometers. I did not see a date or pot code. The input jack is not on the harness but I will include on in the auction. The leads are approximately 2 -3 inches. As seen in the photo---there is some oxidation to the backs. Original capacitors.
I do not have a ... more

Dickerson Magnatone Student (?) C 1946 - Green Pearloid (Mother of Toilet Seat)

Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

The Dickerson Magnatone Student guitar from 1946 features a unique green pearloid finish that resembles mother of toilet seat. This vintage instrument, though labeled as a student model, offers a distinctive and eye-catching design that sets it apart from traditional guitars of its time. With its vintage appeal and classic design elements, this guitar is sure to be a standout piece for any collector or musician looking for a rare and distinctive instrument
Above is an AI description
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Kay Model 703 Amplifier - Vintage 1962 - Cream & Brown - Kay Musical Instrument

Liberty, South Carolina, 296**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$105

The Kay Model 703 1x8" Combo Amplifier from 1962 is a vintage piece of audio equipment known for its classic cream and brown color scheme. Made in the United States by the Kay brand, this amplifier is a prized collector's item for music enthusiasts and vintage audio aficionados. With its retro design and historical significance, the Kay Model 703 is a sought-after piece that offers a unique blend of nostalgia and functionality
VOLTS 120 CYCLES 50 / 60
WATTS 33 AMPS 275
Turns on ... more

RARE! 1978 Ibanez Iceman IC300 ? % Original W / OHSC - ONLY 91 EVER In 1978 NR!

Hurst, Texas, 760**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$104

The IC300 was introduced in 1978. Made in Japan by Fujigen. This one is all original and super clean! Only 91 IC300??s produced in 1978 and only 46 in 1979. Total production of only 137 guitars EVER! Rare! I prefer a local Dallas / FW sale.
Be sure to ask questions, as ALL SALES ARE FINAL The Fretboard Music Co. is dedicated to bringing you the finest vintage guitars and related equipment. On occasion, we dable in other realms of collectibles and Rolex and collectible watches, so you will ... more

1934 National Duolian 1 of 100 Gold Duco Finish Excellent Condition

Haslet, Texas, 760**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6500

In the 1930-40??s National produced something like 19, 000 Duolians. They were mostly C-series with a grey or green finish, and some turned a light golden color. In 1934 National produced one hundred G-series Duolians with Gold Duco finishes, a non-ribbed cover plate, a gold colored tailpiece, and the G-series serial numbers. This is one of the last five or so, being numbered G195.
This one was originally a square neck now converted to a chunky round neck. The neck and back of the headstock ... more

Hondo Vintage MIJ set neck death dagger guitar

Fishers, Indiana, 460**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$910

Early 80s model Vintage Hondo Dagger, originally black, has been rebuild and painted at least once. Over all in great shape, the dagger is in great shape and I have taken a photo showing the wood under the paint sanded. Have kept it in great shape for its age, and has modern pickups, and sounds awesome. I can give links to recordings of it upon request. I will upload more pics. Buy it now and I will do my best to get it to you by Christmas, USA only. Other places will take longer.... more

Lester DeVoe Flamenco Blanca 1982 Vintage 6 String Wooden Acoustic Guitar

American Fork, Utah, 840**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5300

BY BRISTOL BAY Jewelry Men's Apparel Women's Apparel Home & Garden Sporting Goods Collectibles Lester DeVoe Flamenco Blanca 1982 Vintage 6 String Wooden Acoustic Guitar Items and case have signs of wear. Please review photos prior to purchase.
- Comes with case and replacement strings. Condition: Used The item was previously used. The item ... more