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A standby switch that eliminates warmups by keeping tube filaments hot.
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NOS .1  /  50v Vintage Fender Stratocaster Tone Cap Sprague 1960s

NOS .1 / 50v Vintage Fender Stratocaster Tone Cap Sprague 1960's

Fort Smith, Arkansas, 729**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$30

This vintage Fender Stratocaster tone cap from the 1960s is a rare find for any guitar enthusiast. Made by Sprague, it is a high-quality part that will surely enhance the sound of your instrument. The cap is designed to regulate the tone of your guitar, ensuring that it produces the perfect sound that you desire.
Crafted with precision and care, this tone cap is a testament to the excellent quality of vintage musical instruments. It is a perfect fit for your Fender Stratocaster, and will ... more
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1990s Fender American Standard Strat Hang Tag John Cruz Masterbuilder

1990's Fender American Standard Strat Hang Tag John Cruz Masterbuilder

Greenwood, Indiana, 461**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$30

This listing is for one (1) 1990's (cant make out the last digit clear enough to be certain) American Standard Stratocaster Hang tag. Future masterbuilder John Cruz did the final setup on this one. It is not new and mint, but paper is still crisp. Sold as is.
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Fender Bass String Tree 1960s 1970s Price Per 1

Fender Bass String Tree 1960s 1970s Price Per 1

Utica, New York, 135**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$30

Price is for 1. Good condition. Original vintage part
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Vintage Fender Guitar 4 5?? Metal Emblem Speaker Amp Case Badge Logo Relic

Vintage Fender Guitar 4 5?? Metal Emblem Speaker Amp Case Badge Logo Relic

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

$30

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FENDER 1974 CTS AMPLIFIER POTS 7402 & 7405 CODES FROM BASSMAN TEN PROBABLY 100K

FENDER 1974 CTS AMPLIFIER POTS 7402 & 7405 CODES FROM BASSMAN TEN PROBABLY 100K

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$31

FREE USA SHIPPING!
These came out of a 1974 Bassman Ten combo but are suitable for all Fender amps produced in the early to mid 1970's. These were produced at a time when CTS amp pots were being made in a Mexico facility. I believe they are 100K pots but one has mfg code 000651 and the other 000653 if that aids in identifying them. They turn freely and are in good shape with minor oxidation as seen in the pics. The price is for both pots. You could probably install these in a 1974 Fender ... more
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set Fender 1950s Stringmaster blend wheels lap console steel guitar

set Fender 1950s Stringmaster blend wheels lap console steel guitar

Lubec, Maine, 046**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$33


Up for sale is a set of blend wheels for 1950s - 1960s Fender console and lap steels. Clean, work fine.... more
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Vintage Metal 1960s USA Fender  Guitar Amplifier Logo Badge Original 5"

Vintage Metal 1960s USA Fender Guitar Amplifier Logo Badge Original 5"

Coos Bay, Oregon, 974**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$34

This vintage metal Fender guitar amplifier logo badge from the 1960s is a must-have for any guitar enthusiast. The iconic badge is a true representation of the brand's rich history and adds a touch of nostalgia to any collection
Crafted with precision, this badge is a high-quality piece of vintage musical instrument gear. It is perfect for those who are looking to add a unique touch to their collection or for those who simply appreciate the history of Fender. Add this vintage metal Fender ... more
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Vintage 1970s Fender Stratocaster Strat Black Guitar Knob Tone 1979 1978 1980

Vintage 1970's Fender Stratocaster Strat Black Guitar Knob Tone 1979 1978 1980

Phoenix, Arizona, 850**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Knob is in excellent condition and is an original 1970s Fender part that will look right on your clean 1970s Strat. Restore your guitar back to all original with this Tone knob. Detailed Pics considered to be a large part of the description.... more
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Vintage Single Fender Bass Guitar Nickel Tuner Ferrule Circa 1950s 1960s

Vintage Single Fender Bass Guitar Nickel Tuner Ferrule Circa 1950's 1960's

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

This listing is for a Single Vintage Original Fender Bass Guitar Tuner Ferrule or tuner bushing. This is an original Fender tuning gear part from the 1950's or 1960's. The listing is for a single tuning key ferrule or bushing as pictured. The part is nickel so is period correct for a Fender bass guitars from the 1950's or early 1960's. Please look at the pictures and email with questions. .
Thanks for looking, ,
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1984 Fender Elite Stratocaster Mid Boost Potentiometer NOS! CBS CTS Pot

1984 Fender Elite Stratocaster Mid Boost Potentiometer NOS! CBS CTS Pot

Greenwood, Indiana, 461**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

This listing is for one (1) CTS made Mid Boost control for a Fender Elite Stratocaster. Fits other Elite models as well. Has the Fender specific part number 021686 and is date coded 137-8407, the 7th week of 1984. Rare NOS, never used condition, straight out of a retired service centers remaining inventory. Sold as is.
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Fender Amp 2 Button Footswitch - clean and tested!

Fender Amp 2 Button Footswitch - clean and tested!

Zeeland, Michigan, 494**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Please read entire description carefully
Fender 2 button footswitch in excellent condition
All original and in very nice shape. Fully tested and works as it should
It shows only minor wear from age and use
This will work at engaging the reverb and tremolo on any vintage Fender blackface or silverface amps with reverb and tremolo like the Twin Reverb, Super Reverb, Vibrosonic, Vibroverb, Vibrolux, Deluxe, Princeton and Bandmaster Reverb amps that have RCA jacks for the footswitch. ... more
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Original Vintage 1976 Fender 4 hole F Neck Plate Fits Telecaster Precision Bass

Original Vintage 1976 Fender 4 hole F Neck Plate Fits Telecaster Precision Bass

Greenwood, Indiana, 461**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

This listing is for one (1) Fender "F" neck plate off a 1976 P-Bass I parted out. These were found on the period guitars and basses without bullet headstock truss rod adjusters. Nice real patina to the chrome plating. No screws included. Sold as is.
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Fender Stratocaster Telecaster Tuner x1 1970s

Fender Stratocaster Telecaster Tuner x1 1970s

Utica, New York, 135**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

They look barely used. Price is for ONE
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Vtg Early FENDER Guitar Amplifier Original Control Knob--CLEAN FENDER AMP KNOB

Vtg Early FENDER Guitar Amplifier Original Control Knob--CLEAN FENDER AMP KNOB

Rockford, Illinois, 611**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Hello All--
Here is a single ealry FENDER Amplifier knob .its in great clean condition and needs a set screw .if any questions at all please just ak .thank you very much.... more
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FENDER 1972 USA NICKEL GUITAR OR BASS NECK SCREW SET OF 4!

FENDER 1972 USA NICKEL GUITAR OR BASS NECK SCREW SET OF 4!

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

FREE USA SHIPPING!
This is a great set from a 1972 Fender Jazz Bass that is correct for any Fender guitar or bass from the mid-1960's thru the mid 1970's. FREE USA SHIPPING and a 30-day return privilege for any reason. The set has nice patina with no corrosion, the threads are sharp and the screw heads show hardly any wear. Why buy an aged or repro set when you can have the Real Thing? FREE USA SHIPPING! The Bass Palace is one of the few places that still offers FREE shipping on lower-priced ... more
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1965-1975 Fender F Tuning Key Chrome Fits Stratocaster Tele

1965-1975 Fender F Tuning Key Chrome Fits Stratocaster Tele

Greenwood, Indiana, 461**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

This listing is for one (1) Fender F tuner. This is the Fender inhouse made version that began in fall 1965 and was replaced after 1975 with a Schaller German made version that looks similar. This is in great shape. Has a dent in the side of the button. The tuner is a good one in that it isn't the typical loose and sloppy type that feels like it going to fall apart if you take it off. It has a nice smooth, positive feel. No mounting hardware. As is.
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Vintage Fender Squier Champ 15 Guitar Amplifier PR-408 28W Works

Vintage Fender Squier Champ 15 Guitar Amplifier PR-408 28W Works

Tarzana, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

This vintage Fender Squier Champ 15 guitar amplifier is a great choice for musicians who want to practice at home. With a power output of 15 W and a solid state technology, this combo amplifier provides a realistic sound experience for electric guitars. It has one speaker and one channel, making it easy to use for beginners

The Champ 15 model is a classic design that has been used for many years, and it is suitable for any type of electric guitar. This amplifier is perfect for ... more
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Vintage 1975 Fender Phaser Effects Pedal Advertisement Flyer

Vintage 1975 Fender 'Phaser' Effects Pedal Advertisement Flyer

Drain, Oregon, 974**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

This Vintage Fender 'Phaser' effects pedal advertisement flyer is a rare find for any guitar enthusiast.
The piece showcases the iconic brand's history and development of the popular pedal. Made in the United States in 1975, this vintage item is a must-have for collectors of musical instruments and accessories.
The flyer highlights the unique sound and quality of the Fender brand, making it a valuable addition to any guitar collection
Sold as-is, no returns. Please look over the ... more
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Vintage Fender Guitar Amplifier Original Speaker Cabinet Head Feet Cups Set of 4

Vintage Fender Guitar Amplifier Original Speaker Cabinet Head Feet Cups Set of 4

Canyon, Texas, 790**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$36

original parts, these are the plastic cup inserts in top of speaker cab that head feet sit in, late 1960??s-70??s - $9 S / H to U S.


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FENDER 1970s USA JAZZ BASS 3-BOLT NECK TILT METAL INSERT WITH ORIGINAL SCREWS

FENDER 1970s USA JAZZ BASS 3-BOLT NECK TILT METAL INSERT WITH ORIGINAL SCREWS

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$38

SALE PRICE & FREE USA SHIPPING
This is from a 1975 3-Bolt Fender Jazz Bass and is in excellent condition. This is the piece that attaches to the body of your bass. The metal is nice with just a hint of oxidation and no warping or stress, there is no rust or pitting. Includes the original wood screws that mount the plate to the neck. I don't have the set screw but aftermarket ones are easy to find. Besides, it's hidden from view! You can tell this is a real one because the screw holes are ... more
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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)

1971 Epiphone 1820 (ET-280) bassBy the end of the 1960s, a decision had been made to move Epiphone guitar production from the USA (at the Kalamazoo plant where Gibson guitars were made), to Matsumoto in Japan, creating a line of guitars and basses significantly less expensive than the USA-built models (actually less than half the price). The Matsumoku factory had been producing guitars for export for some time, but the 1820 bass (alongside a number of guitar models and the 5120 electric acoustic bass) were the first Epiphone models to be made there. These new Epiphones were based on existing Matsumoku guitars, sharing body shapes, and hardware, but the Epiphone line was somewhat upgraded, with inlaid logos and a 2x2 peghead configuration. Over the course of the 70s, the Japanese output improved dramatically, and in many ways these early 70s models are a low point for the brand. Having said this, there are a lot worse guitars out there, and as well as being historically important, the 1820 bass can certainly provide the goods when required.

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.
It was the largest folder in the series, with 24 inserts, (19 guitars and 5 basses): Guitars: 335-S Standard, Melody Maker Double, Marauder, L-6S Custom, S-1, RD Artist, Firebird, Firebird II, Flying V, Flying V-II, The V, Explorer, Explorer II, The Explorer, The "SG" Standard, Les Paul Artist, Les Paul Artisan, ES-335 Heritage, ES-175/CC Basses: Grabber, G-3, L-9S, RD Artist Bass, Flying V Bass

1970s Shaftesbury 3263 bass

1970s Shaftesbury 3263 bassRose-Morris were selling Shaftesbury-branded Rickenbacker copy instruments from the late 1960s right through the 1970s. The 3263 bass was one of the first models, (alongside the 3261 six string and 3262 twelve string) available from late 1968 until about 1974. The earliest incarnation was a set neck bass, produced very briefly in Japan. But production quickly moved to Italy. This bolt-on neck example was built by Eko, in Recanati, using the same hardware and pickups as fitted to Eko, and Vox basses built around the same time. It's certainly a fine looking bass, and not a bad player either.

1961 Hohner Zambesi

1961 Hohner ZambesiThis very early, and pretty rare British-built guitar is branded Hohner London. Hohner were, of course, a German company, better known for their harmonicas and accordions, but they were keenly expanding into guitars at the birth of the 1960s. This model, along with the Hohner Amazon and (particularly) the Hohner Holborn, bear some similarity with Vox guitars of the same period; furniture manufacturer Stuart Darkins constructed bodies and necks for both brands, with Fenton Weill assembling them using their hardware and pickups. These guitars do have some hardware peculiarities, and they are not the most adjustable of instruments, but they actually play very nicely, being solidly built out of some very nice woods. Check out the video on this page.

1963 Vox Super Ace

1963 Vox Super AceThe Vox Super Ace was a mid-priced British solid body electric guitar, produced by JMI at their factory in Dartford, Kent. It was broadly modelled on the Fender Stratocaster, and a sibling model to the dual-pickup Vox Ace. Both the Ace, and Super Ace (along with several other models), were redesigned in 1963 with a new body shape, headstock style, and pickup layout - only increasing the resemblance to the aforementioned Fender. The Super Ace had a 1963 price tag of £47 5S. It's a pretty nice playing guitar with some lovely sounds - check out the videos on this page, and in the Vintage Guitar and Bass supporting members area

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

1969 Fender catalog, Fender Lovin CareCatalog scan. The 1969 Fender Lovin' Care catalog consisted of 48 pages of electric guitars, basses, amplifiers, steel guitars, acoustic guitars, banjos and keyboards. Like the previous catalog, this featured the company's guitars in a variety of interesting settings around California, from the Whiskey-A-Go-Go, to the Hollywood Bowl. Several instruments were making their first appearance amongst it's pages: the Telecaster bass, Montego and LTD jazz guitars, and the Redondo acoustic. It was the final catalog appearance, however, of the Electric XII, Bass V, Duo-Sonic, Coronado I and Coronado Bass I.

1973 Eko Ranger Folk

1973 Eko Ranger FolkThe Eko Ranger series of guitars was incredibly popular in the second half of the 1960s and through the 1970s, selling in very large numbers. The Ranger Folk was 1 1/4" smaller, and 1" shallower than the Ranger VI and XII - and with a narrower waist. Not a bad guitar; a little quiet, but pretty playable. These were great value in 1973, and because they sold so many, they are easy to find and excellent value today.

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.