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Ad for the UK amp manufacturer HH - featuring Marc Bolan, and a list of early seventies British bands. Taken from the April 74 issue of Beat Instrumental

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    Ernie Ball Music Man BONGO 5HH 5-String Bass Guitar & Hard Case  ~  No Reserve !

    Ernie Ball Music Man BONGO 5HH 5-String Bass Guitar & Hard Case ~ No Reserve !

    Spokane, Washington, 992**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $2000

    Ernie Ball Music Man BONGO 5HH 5-String Bass Guitar & Hard Case ~ No Reserve ! Ernie Ball Music Man BONGO 5HH 5-String Bass Guitar & Hard Case ~ No Reserve !
    Here we have one absolutely beastly Ernie Ball Music Man BONGO 5HH Stealth Black 5-String Bass Bass Guitar & Hard Case
    This bad boy is used but not abused, ... more
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    Soultone Cymbals VOS64-HHT14-14" Vintage Old School 1964 Hi Hats Pair

    Soultone Cymbals VOS64-HHT14-14" Vintage Old School 1964 Hi Hats Pair

    US, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $600

    Soultone Cymbals VOS64-HHT14-14" Vintage Old School 1964 Hi Hats Pair
    Product Details
    Brand: Soultone Cymbals Model Name: VOS64 HHT14 Item dimensions L x W x H: 14 x 14 x 14 inches Item Weight: 5 Pounds Included Components: not included Manufacturer: Drum Connection Inc. UPC: 028672135394 Global Trade Identification Number: 94 Item Weight: 5 pounds Product ... more
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    Laney GS112IE Guitar Cabinet 1 x HH Custom 12 Inch Speaker, Black

    Laney GS112IE Guitar Cabinet 1 x HH Custom 12 Inch Speaker, Black

    US, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $556

    Laney GS112IE Guitar Cabinet 1 x HH Custom 12 Inch Speaker, Black
    Product Details
    Item Weight: 40 pounds Product Dimensions: 27 x 20 5 x 17 9 inches Country of Origin: China Item model number: GS112IE Date First Available: February 22, 2021 Color Name: Black Compatible Devices: Guitar Output Wattage: 80 Watts Power Source: Corded Electric 8 Ohm ... more
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    Laney CUB-112 Guitar Cabinet 12 Inch HH Custom Speaker, Black

    Laney CUB-112 Guitar Cabinet 12 Inch HH Custom Speaker, Black

    US, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $381

    Laney CUB-112 Guitar Cabinet 12 Inch HH Custom Speaker, Black
    Product Details
    Brand: Laney Color: Black Compatible Devices: Guitar Output Wattage: 50 Watts Item Weight: 11 Kilograms Item Weight: 24 2 pounds Product Dimensions: 20 47 x 16 93 x 9 06 inches Country of Origin: China Item model number: CUB-112 Date First Available: October 6, 2020 Color Name:... more
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    1985 Squier Contemporary Stratocaster Dakota Red MIJ Made In Japan HH Fender

    1985 Squier Contemporary Stratocaster Dakota Red MIJ Made In Japan HH Fender

    Monterey Park, California, 917**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $599

    1985 Squier Contemporary Stratocaster, Dakota Red Finish
    Made In Japan at the Fujigen Factory
    A Series Serial Number, classic tremolo, dual Humbucker Pickups, Vintage Vibe (because it is vintage)
    In good working order, the guitar has cosmetic flaws (non of which affects performance)
    We Offer World Wide Shipping!
    Payment Policy - Please Note:
    We use eBay Managed Payments, you can use a variety of payment methods such as credit, debit, and gift cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, ... more
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    Wilkinson WOHHB Ceramic Overwound Open Style Humbucker Bridge Pickup for Elec

    Wilkinson WOHHB Ceramic Overwound Open Style Humbucker Bridge Pickup for Elec

    WA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $47

    Wilkinson WOHHB Ceramic Overwound Open Style Humbucker Bridge Pickup for Electric Guitar, Black
    Product Details
    Color: Bridge Black
    Brand: Musiclily
    MPN: MX1771BK
    UPC: 194296010758
    EAN: 0194296010758
    Brand: Musiclily Color: Bridge Black Top Material Type: Spruce Wood Neck Material Type: Maple Fretboard Material Type: Rosewood Guitar Pickup ... more
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    1980s Fender HH Contemporary Stratocaster MIJ Burgundy Mist

    1980's Fender HH Contemporary Stratocaster MIJ Burgundy Mist

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

    $759

    Up for sale is a 1980's Fender HH Contemporary Stratocaster MIJ in Burgundy Mist. This example features dual humbuckers with a 3 way switch and single volume control. A previous owner removed the tone control. The Low E micro tuner is missing and the hole for it is stripped out. Overall in very good condition but does show its share of dings, dents and scattered finish wear as well as a finish check mark coming off thee bass side of the neck pocket . Sounds great and plays well! Comes complete ... more
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    HH ELECTRONIC BASS MACHINE  AMP 250  WATT H / H VINTAGE ENGLISH AMPLIFIER   RARE *

    HH ELECTRONIC BASS MACHINE AMP 250 WATT H / H VINTAGE ENGLISH AMPLIFIER RARE *

    Lynbrook, New York, 115**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $1200

    The HH Electronic Bass Machine Amp delivers a powerful 250W output, tailored specifically for bass guitar enthusiasts. With its solid-state technology, this vintage English amplifier head offers a robust and reliable performance across various musical genres. The amp is equipped with a single channel that provides a focused and precise sound, ideal for bassists looking to cut through in a mix Crafted for durability and designed to complement your bass guitar, the HH model ensures a seamless ... more
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    Vintage Guild X-175 Manhattan HH Blonde Hollowbody Electric Guitar w /  Case

    Vintage Guild X-175 Manhattan HH Blonde Hollowbody Electric Guitar w / Case

    Hicksville, New York, 118**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $2996

    Vintage Guild X-175 Manhattan HH Blonde Hollowbody Electric Guitar w / Case
    Welcome!Crafted for musicians with a taste for classic aesthetics and exceptional playability, the Vintage Guild X-175 Manhattan HH Blonde Hollowbody Electric Guitar stands as a testament to Guild's enduring quality. Its natural body color provides a versatile look, perfect for any stage or studio setting, while the hollowbody design delivers a rich, resonant sound that's coveted by guitarists
    This beautiful ... more
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    Vintage 1960s Gibson Witchhat Knob Set Witch Hat SG Standard ES-335 ES175

    Vintage 1960's Gibson Witchhat Knob Set Witch Hat SG Standard ES-335 ES175

    Chicago, Illinois, 606**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $225

    Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
    A completely original and fantastic
    Vintage Gibson 1967 - 1969 "Witchhat" knob set (Silver Inserts)
    These are incredibly clean!
    Rare and correct for your 1966-1969 Gibson. This is an awesome matched set in super nice shape. One of the cleanest sets of vintage knobs we've had in stock in quite sometime.
    Correct for any chrome hardware equipped Gibsons of this late 60's / early 70's era.
    Get it back to ... more
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    Vantage V-600 MIJ vintage double-cut HH w / RoadRunner bag 1980 - natural

    Vantage V-600 MIJ vintage double-cut HH w / RoadRunner bag 1980 - natural

    Lynn, Massachusetts, 019**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $660

    Works perfectly. Pretty clean cosmetically with the exception of the pictured dings. I believe it's a 1980 model, but feel free to weigh in. Neck is straight, low action, truss turns, frets look good with minor wear, electronics are clean. New DR 10s. Bag is in good shape with some wear and fading. Ships to lower 48. No international. No P O. boxes. No trades.... more
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    1980s Tokai Blazing Fire Talbo A-100D Vintage Aluminum Body Guitar HH, Japan

    1980s Tokai Blazing Fire Talbo A-100D Vintage Aluminum Body Guitar HH, Japan

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

    $1200

    Up for sale, an 1980s Tokai Talbo Blazing Fire A-100D in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order. Introduced in 1982, the Talbo (an acronym for Tokai aluminum body) is one of the more distinctive guitars to come out of Japan in any era. Visually and sonically unique, it features a double teardrop design with a solid AC-4B aluminum body; the same alloy commonly used in race car engines
    Even played acoustically, the Talbo has an expressive, shimmering sound with a crisp... more
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    HH ELECTRONIC BASS AMP 100     H / H VINTAGE ENGLISH AMPLIFIER

    HH ELECTRONIC BASS AMP 100 H / H VINTAGE ENGLISH AMPLIFIER

    Lynbrook, New York, 115**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $600

    Unleash the full potential of your bass guitar with the HH ELECTRONIC BASS AMP100. Designed to deliver unmatched sound quality and durability, this bass head amplifier offers the perfect blend of power and clarity for any musical genre Crafted for the modern musician, the AMP100 is equipped with advanced features that ensure compatibility with a wide range of instruments. Its robust build and intuitive interface make it a reliable choice for both studio sessions and live performances
    USED ... more
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    1982 Tokai Breezysound TE-60 HH T-Style Vintage Electric Guitar, Japan

    1982 Tokai Breezysound TE-60 HH T-Style Vintage Electric Guitar, Japan

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

    $1200

    Up for sale, a 1982 Tokai Breezysound TE-60 in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order. This rare, non-catalog HH iteration of the Breezysound platform (Tokai??s take on the Telecaster) was produced in Japan, virtually unseen both inside and outside of its country of origin. Unique features include a pair of PAF-style humbuckers, a six-point Strat-style vibrato, a deep belly contour, and a Black gloss finish with matching headstock
    Tonewoods include an ash body and ... more
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    Vintage 1968 Gibson Witchhat Knobs Witch Hat Black Gold Inserts Les Paul Custom

    Vintage 1968 Gibson Witchhat Knobs Witch Hat Black Gold Inserts Les Paul Custom

    Chicago, Illinois, 606**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $195

    Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration, A fantastic and completely original
    Vintage Gibson 1967 - 1969 "Witchhat" knob pair!(Gold Inserts)
    One VERY clean matched pair of 60's Witch-Hat Gold Insert knobs! Rare and correct for that awesome 1966-1969 Gibson including the Les Paul Custom Black Beauty! SUPER DUPER CLEAN!
    Correct for your 1968 - 1969 Les Paul Custom Black Beauty Also correct for many gold hardware equipped Gibsons of the same era
    Get it back to... more
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    1978 Ibanez 2671 Professional Randy Scruggs HH Electric Guitar Natural Ash

    1978 Ibanez 2671 Professional Randy Scruggs HH Electric Guitar Natural Ash

    Red Hook, New York, 125**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $2495

    This is a 1978 Randy Scruggs 2671 Professional Ibanez electric guitar. It is in all original finish, and overall it is in very good to excellent condition. Ibanez's craftsmanship here is outstanding
    It features a solid, single-cutaway, ash body surrounded by an ornate binding. The neck is bound and finished with an ebony fingerboard and rectangular abalone inlays. The frets are in excellent condition. There is very minor rubbing wear on the top-side of the lower bout where an arm might rest ... more
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    39in ST Electric Guitar HH Pickups Trans Blue Suit for Heavier Rock Professional

    39in ST Electric Guitar HH Pickups Trans Blue Suit for Heavier Rock Professional

    Flanders, New Jersey, 078**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $85

    Introductions:
    The KST 39in electric guitar features a classic C-shaped maple neck and 22 nickel-bronze pins for a great audio experience with comfortable feel and standard tone
    The H-H pickup, three-way switch, tone knob, and volume knob accommodate intense rock tones and a wide range of musical styles.
    Features:
    1. H-H Pickup get a deeper, louder and smoother sound compared to cheaper single coil
    2. Matte paint finish is extremely wear-resistant and ... more
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    Vintage 1968 Gibson Witchhat Knobs Witch Hat Black Gold Inserts Les Paul Custom

    Vintage 1968 Gibson Witchhat Knobs Witch Hat Black Gold Inserts Les Paul Custom

    Chicago, Illinois, 606**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $450

    Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
    A fantastic and completely original
    Vintage Gibson 1967 - 1969 "Witchhat" knob set!
    (Gold Inserts)
    Very cool natural wear to this matched set of 60's Witch-Hat Gold Insert knobs! Rare and correct for that awesome and well worn 1966-1969 Gibson including the Les Paul Custom Black Beauty!
    Correct for your 1968 - 1969 Les Paul Custom Black Beauty Also correct for many gold hardware equipped Gibsons of the same ... more
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    39in Electric Guitar HH Pickups Translucent Blue Heavy Metal Style Rock

    39in Electric Guitar HH Pickups Translucent Blue Heavy Metal Style Rock

    Walton, Kentucky, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $93

    Introductions:

    The KST 39in electric guitar features a classic C-shaped maple neck and 22 nickel-bronze pins for a great audio experience with comfortable feel and standard tone
    The H-H pickup, three-way switch, tone knob, and volume knob accommodate intense rock tones and a wide range of musical styles
    Features:

    1. H-H Pickup get a deeper, louder and smoother sound compared to cheaper single coil
    2. Matte paint finish is extremely wear-resistant and ... more
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    39in Electric Guitar HH Pickups Translucent Blue for Heavy Rock Music

    39in Electric Guitar HH Pickups Translucent Blue for Heavy Rock Music

    Walton, Kentucky, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $93

    Introductions:

    The KST 39in electric guitar features a classic C-shaped maple neck and 22 nickel-bronze pins for a great audio experience with comfortable feel and standard tone
    The H-H pickup, three-way switch, tone knob, and volume knob accommodate intense rock tones and a wide range of musical styles
    Features:

    1. H-H Pickup get a deeper, louder and smoother sound compared to cheaper single coil
    2. Matte paint finish is extremely wear-resistant and ... more
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    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 guitar The 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