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Guild advertisement placed by UK distributor Besson & Co. Features Guild users: Bert Weedon, Duane Eddy, John st. John, Mike Maxfield and The Four Pennies

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Guild D-50 NT 1979 Made in Westerly RI. USA

Guild D-50 NT 1979 Made in Westerly RI. USA

Saint Anne, Illinois, 609**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000

Crafted in 1979, the Guild D-50 NT acoustic guitar embodies a rich heritage of quality and tone. Made in Westerly, Rhode Island, USA, this vintage model is a testament to the craftsmanship that Guild is renowned for. Its soundhole and bracing pattern speak to the attention to detail that results in a guitar that's both visually striking and acoustically exceptional The D-50 NT features a classic body shape that's familiar to guitar enthusiasts, with a scale length that ensures comfortable ... more
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GUITAR ELECTRONICS COVER PLATE - from a VINTAGE 1984 GUILD X88

GUITAR ELECTRONICS COVER PLATE - from a VINTAGE 1984 GUILD X88

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

$75

This is just for the plate and screws, no other hard ware is being sold with it. Please see the photos for condition. The last photos show the plate on the guitar, and a front shot of the guitar so you can see what it came off of. Those photos are for information purposes only.
DETAILS FOR THE PURCHASE
Shipping and handling is $4 for the 50 STATES ONLY International shipping is allowed through Ebay??s global shipping program Pay Pal is the only form of payment accepted. ... more
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Vintage 1960s CTS / Mallory Full Wiring Harness from Guild Freshman Guitar

Vintage 1960s CTS / Mallory Full Wiring Harness from Guild Freshman Guitar

Tyngsboro, Massachusetts, 018**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

Here we have an original wiring harness from a 1960s Guild Freshman model electric guitar. Everything is here and in working order, the date codes on the CTS pots place these from 1967, there??s a nice original .047 capacitor (Mallory I believe?) and the fully functional input jack as well. I am a very well respected long-term seller here with excellent feedback, I will ship within 24 hours of receipt of payment, would love to see this go to a new happy home, thank you so much and be well! ... more
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Vintage 1962 T-50 Guild Electric Hollowbody Guitar

Vintage 1962 T-50 Guild Electric Hollowbody Guitar

Peckville, Pennsylvania, 184**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1299

1962 was the first year that Guild started producing the T-50. This vintage slim-line guitar is a full hollowbody with an arched top & an arched back. The top on this guitar is fully bound

Body: Arched laminated maple top & arched laminated back hollow-body electric guitar

Neck: Mahogany neck with a rosewood fingerboard, dot inlays, 20 frets

Pickups / Hardware: One single Guild Franz P-90 style pickup, one volume knob, one tone knob, Guild chrome ... more
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Guild X-88 FLYING STAR ??Motley Crew?? Electric Guitar KAHLER  TREM W / OHSC

Guild X-88 FLYING STAR ??Motley Crew?? Electric Guitar KAHLER TREM W / OHSC

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

$2650

There comes a time in your life when you know you want the best. When you??ve played many guitars but just haven??t found ??it?? yet. You want to separate yourself from other players and have that tone that every player desires. From its stunning great looks to the rock star you know you are, whether your a Motley Crüe cover band guitarist or just a player all on your own this Guild is the guitar you will cherish for a lifetime.
Enough said about the love you will feel for this all out ... more
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1959 Guild T-100D Slim Jim Electric Guitar Original Tailpiece Made in USA

1959 Guild T-100D Slim Jim Electric Guitar Original Tailpiece Made in USA

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

$600


You are Bidding on:
Electric Guitar Original Part
AS PICTURED
ALL contacts between bidders / buyers and seller must be made via EBAY MESSAGES ONLY
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1972 guild d44 maple bodied dreadnought

1972 guild d44 maple bodied dreadnought

Fallon, Nevada, 894**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

See condition... more
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1979 USA Guild S-300 WIRING HARNESS Pots, Jack, Switch S-90 Vintage

1979 USA Guild S-300 WIRING HARNESS Pots, Jack, Switch S-90 Vintage

Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$225

1979 USA Guild S-300 WIRING HARNESS ??500k Pots, 3way Switch , Green Cap, Original black vinyl wiring. Includes 3 nuts + 3washers, Original Guild parts with patina, Rare, Thanks for looking!
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Vintage 1971 Guild S-100 Sunbursrt

Vintage 1971 Guild S-100 Sunbursrt

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2695

Vintage original and clean 1971 Guild S-100
Killer model Guild made in the 1970s that is basically their version of the Gibson SG
Original pickups are super warm and thick sounding. Neck feels amazing and it's nice and straight with a low action. Plays nice and easy with no issues
No cracks, no breaks, a nice and clean example
Kim Thayill of Soundgarden and others have famously used this model
Comes with a vintage hardshell case as pictured
Guitar is exactly as ... more
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GUILD STARFIRE XII 12-STRING 1966 ELECTRIC GUITAR - EBONY STAIN, GOLD HARDWARE

GUILD STARFIRE XII 12-STRING 1966 ELECTRIC GUITAR - EBONY STAIN, GOLD HARDWARE

Akron, Ohio, 443**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4250

Here??s an extremely rare 1966 Guild Starfire XII 12-string electric in custom-ordered Ebony stain with gold hardware. Hoboken made, and in excellent condition. Maple laminate top, mahogany neck and sides. Guild HB-1 humbuckers: the mid pickup position was factory wired out-of-phase, now in-phase. It does show wear on the pickups ?? it??s only flaw. Original Guild hardshell case, comes with a partial set of original Guild strings and the installment payment card from the original buyer! ... more
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70s Guild USA S60 Electric Guitar Husk Black Repaired

70's Guild USA S60 Electric Guitar Husk Black Repaired

State College, Pennsylvania, 168**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$690

Up for sale is a 70's era Guild USA S60 empty husk. The headstock has a repaired crack long the fretboard seam. It??s a good solid repair and aligned properly. It will not separate under normal playing conditions. Lots of cosmetic wear along the finish. It??s been strung up and played without issues. The frets are great. The truss rod works great. Neck is straight. I will ship well packaged in a proper box  Thanks for looking and please ask any questions. Most my items ship the next day if... more
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1959 Guild T-100D Slim Jim Electric Guitar Hardshell Case

1959 Guild T-100D Slim Jim Electric Guitar Hardshell Case

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

$400

You are Bidding on:
Electric Guitar Case AS PICTURED
ALL contacts between bidders / buyers and seller must be made via EBAY MESSAGES ONLY
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Guild X-180 Semi-Hollow Guitar Burst w /  Case "Excellent Condition"

Guild X-180 Semi-Hollow Guitar Burst w / Case "Excellent Condition"

La Plata, Maryland, 206**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000

Body Material: Maple
Inlays: Block
Number of Frets: 20
Scale Length: 24 75 inches
Nut Width: 1 688 inches
Neck Material: Maple
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Finish / Color: Burst
Bridge Pickup: Single-Coil
Neck Pickup: Single-Coil
Case: Hardshell
Serial #: CR000034
Weight: 7 lbs 4 oz
Each scale varies in accuracy. The weight of the guitar in questions may vary + / - 5oz from our scale to yours. This weight differential does not warrant a return of the item. ... more
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Guild Thunderbird Amplifier Back Panel W Mounting Screws And Hardware

Guild Thunderbird Amplifier Back Panel W Mounting Screws And Hardware

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

$75

In nice shape. original replacement for a guild thunderbird 2x12 amp. Ships fully insured and packaged with care.
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guild thunderbird 1965

guild thunderbird 1965

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

$3750

1965 Guild Thunderbird
Sweet players grade mid 60's ripping guitar!
This things got killer mojo, sweet tone and just straight up Rips! Neck plays incredibly well with a low smooth action. Lots of buttons and switches and tonal options / variety, kinda reminds me of a Jaguar setup
Looks to have been refinished somewhere along it's 60 year lifespan. It's got some nice natural checking and bumps and chips here n there. In my opinion this just gives it a nicely played and genuine aged ... more
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Guild X-175B Manhattan Hollow Body Electric Guitar, Blonde Finish, HS Case

Guild X-175B Manhattan Hollow Body Electric Guitar, Blonde Finish, HS Case

Indianapolis, Indiana, 462**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1049

Hollow body. An extraordinary instrument for the swinging soloist and technician, Guild??s X-175B Manhattan is a masterpiece of the guitar maker??s art. It presents the same exceptional appointments as its brother, the X-175 Manhattan, including a gracefully sculpted hollow body, rock-solid three-piece neck and electrifying dual single-coil Franz P90 Dog Ear pickups, but also features the addition of a Guild vibrato tailpiece and is available in a handsome blonde finish
The Guild Franz P90 ... more
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1979 Guild Electric Guitar S-300D, Vintage Rare & includes Hard Case.

1979 Guild Electric Guitar S-300D, Vintage Rare & includes Hard Case.

Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1750

Crafted in 1979, the Guild S-300D electric guitar stands as a testament to the era's dedication to quality and craftsmanship. With its solid mahogany body, this guitar delivers a rich, warm tone that is perfect for any musical genre. It's designed for the right-handed guitarist and features the classic 6-string configuration The S-300D model is an iconic one-of-a-kind piece from Guild, known for their commitment to high-quality instruments. This vintage guitar includes a hard case, ensuring it ... more
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Vintage Guild G300 "Tamarack" Acoustic Guitar Amplifier - 2x20 Watt - Solid Oak

Vintage Guild G300 "Tamarack" Acoustic Guitar Amplifier - 2x20 Watt - Solid Oak

South Yarmouth, Massachusetts, 026**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

Vintage Guild G300 "Tamarack" Acoustic Guitar Amplifier - 2x20 Watt - Solid Oak.
The amp was moved a lot, so it does have a lot of small scratches / scuffs and a damaged corner. It works but occasionally gives a static sound when played or when knobs are turned, so I assume that it will need to get its contacts cleaned / serviced. The original knobs were replaced with the ones seen in the pictures.... more
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Guild 4516-b Electric Guitar Case Vintage 1970S Black Case

Guild 4516-b Electric Guitar Case Vintage 1970S Black Case

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Guild 4516-b Electric Guitar Case Vintage 1970S Black Case

Please see photos there is some damage to the toll X but overall structurally this is a really good condition guitar case. There is no key included but all the latches are in good shape and work great
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Vintage 80??s Metal Guild Burnside Guitar. With Hard Shell Case

Vintage 80??s Metal Guild Burnside Guitar. With Hard Shell Case

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

$590

Vintage 80’s Metal Guild Burnside Guitar. With Hard Shell Case Great condition. There's a couple of small finish cracks in the back pocket. They are just in the finish. And some light scratching here and there. Sounds and plays great. Missing the locking nuts for the trem Will ship FedEx ground fully insured with tracking shipping to the lower 48 states only. No Alaska Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam or PO boxes. International shipping provided by eBay. global
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1973 Hagstrom Swede Bass

1973 Hagstrom Swede Bass The Hagstrom Swede bass, or model HB 903, was only built in small numbers: just 1479 basses shipped between 1971 and 1976. Unlike the current range of Hagstrom guitars, the 1950s-1980s Hagstroms were built in Sweden. This example comes from 1973 and is pretty typical: translucent cherry finish, mahogany body, mahogany neck with an ebony fretboard. It's a really nice bass, beautifully appointed with a very wide tonal range, and a great playing feel. It is relatively heavy though for a mahogany instrument, mostly due to its thick solid body. Very cool bass, and certainly one of the very best basses produced by Hagstrom.

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1971 Epiphone 1802T

1971 Epiphone 1802T The Epiphone 1802T was the early name given to the Epiphone ET-270 and derived from an existing Aria guitar, also the 1802T. This was the first of the 1970s Epiphone solid bodies made in Japan by Matsumoku.The model evolved somewhat over its short production run: the very earliest examples were very similar to the Aria, sharing the same body shape, hardware, and clear-coated neck with Fender-style headstock with decal logo. By the time it was designated the Epiphone ET-270 it had been upgraded with the classic Epiphone-style headstock, with nice inlaid logo, and Epiphone 'E' motifs on the truss rod cover and scratchplate. This example from 1971 is somewhere in between with the Epiphone-style headstock, but with silk-screened logo, and no 'E's.

1971 Shaftesbury 3400

1971 Shaftesbury 3400Shaftesbury was a brand distributed by Rose-Morris in the UK - generally imported guitars from Italy or Japan. This guitar, model 3400 was produced by Matsumoku in Japan, and was one of the earliest Les Paul copy guitars, debuting in the UK in 1969, although the same guitar was also sold as the Univox U1982 'Rhythm and Blues' by Merson in the USA as early as 1968. It was also available in different territories under different marques, most obviously the Aria 5522 (Japan), Jedson Jet 4444 (UK, Dallas Arbiter), with no doubt many more examples worldwide.

1981 Gibson Victory MVX

1981 Gibson Victory MV-XThe Gibson Victory MV-X, or Victory 'Multi-Voice' 10, was so-named because of the 10 distinct switch settings: although on first glance this guitar is very much a 'super-strat', with its three-pickup 5-way switch wiring configuration, the original advertising, sounds like... all of 'em underlines that this isn't just a Stratocaster copy, having the sounds of both Gibson humbuckers and Fender single coils available with a flick of a switch. The model was short-lived, with the first instruments shipping from Kalamazoo in Summer of 1981, and the last (excluding any stragglers) leaving Nashville by early 1982. This one was stamped on August 3rd 1981 in Kalamazoo.

1970 Rosetti Epiphone guitar catalogue

1970 Rosetti Epiphone guitar catalogScan of 1970 Epiphone guitar catalogue produced by Rosetti for the UK market. Undated but most likely from mid-late 1970, this was the first UK catalogue to show the new range of Japanese (Matsumoku) Epiphone guitars. Interestingly, these pages show the Epiphone solid bodies with a single-sided Fender-style headstock layout - a feature quickly replaced with a typical two-sided Epiphone headstock almost immediately. Epiphone electric guitars: 9520, 9525; bass guitars: 9521, 9526; acoustic guitars: 6730, 6830, 6834

A World of Guitars by Rosetti - 1971

1971 A World of Guitars by Rosetti catalogueScan of 1971 Rosetti catalogue (UK) featuring guitars from from numerous manufacturers worldwide: guitars by Epiphone, Hagstrom, Levin, Hoyer, Egmond, Eros, Moridaira, Kiso-Suzuki, Schaller, and Tatra.

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

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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

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1971 'Pick Epiphone' Catalog

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1981 'Gibson Specials' Pre-Owners Manual

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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 bass Rose-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 Zambesi This 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 Ace The 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 Escort The 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 Care Catalog 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 Folk The 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 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