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Vox advertisement (1963)

Vox amplification

Vox Phantom, Vox AC 10 amplifier, Vox AC 15 amplifier, Vox AC 30 amplifier

This advertisement comes from a book: the Shadows modern electric guitar tutor, and is for a number of smaller Vox tube amplifiers, the AC10, AC15 and AC30.

But this advertisement also features a nice early Vox Phantom II guitar with Vox V1 chrome covered pickups (without polepieces). This early (and pretty rare) variant has extra tone switches not seen in the Phantom I. Compare both versions in the 1962 Vox Choice of the Stars catalogue.

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1965-1969 JMI UK Vox AC-100 MKII - 100 Watt Guitar Amplifier Head

1965-1969 JMI UK Vox AC-100 MKII - 100 Watt Guitar Amplifier Head

Woodbury, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3295

1965-1969 JMI UK Vox AC-100 MKII - 100 Watt Guitar Amplifier Head
Presenting the distinguished 1965-1969 JMI UK Vox AC-100 MKII, a quintessential 100 Watt Guitar Amplifier Head hailing from an esteemed era of Vox craftsmanship. This meticulously preserved amplifier represents a redesign of its predecessor, boasting a more robust 100 watt RMS "fixed bias" output stage that effectively addressed thermal issues
Impeccably maintained within a professional studio environment, this AC-100 MKII ... more
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Vox AC30 Vintage Amp  /  Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

Vox AC30 Vintage Amp / Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$149

Vintage original plastic handle taken from a ?70s Vox AC30 amplifier, in very good condition with some normal cosmetic signs of use / aging (see photos). This handle will fit many vintage Vox amplifiers as well as the lid for Continental and Jaguar combo organs. Mounting hardware not included
* If you are located outside the US and aren't able to place your order online, please contact us to discuss shipping quotes
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Vox AC30 Vintage Amp  /  Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

Vox AC30 Vintage Amp / Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$149

Vintage original plastic handle taken from a ?70s Vox AC30 amplifier, in very good condition with some normal cosmetic signs of use / aging (see photos). This handle will fit many vintage Vox amplifiers as well as the lid for Continental and Jaguar combo organs. Mounting hardware not included
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Vox AC15C1VB Electric Guitar Amplifier 15 Watt 1x12 Tube Combo Amp Vintage Black

Vox AC15C1VB Electric Guitar Amplifier 15 Watt 1x12 Tube Combo Amp Vintage Black

Canton, Ohio, 447**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1039

The amp pictured is the actual amp you will receive!
Just in on trade!
This limited edition Vox AC15C1VB was a Sweetwater exclusive amplifier that features all of the renowned VOX AC15 majestic tone, with a few upgrades including JJ power and preamp tubes, as well as a Celestion Creamback 12" speaker and a special Vintage Black-on-Black tolex and grill look for added stage ready presence
The VOX AC15 is the amp that started it all for UK-era rock and roll. Boasting both a ... more
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Vox Berkeley II & III, V1031 Cambridge Reverb Replacement 3 Button Pedal

Vox Berkeley II & III, V1031 Cambridge Reverb Replacement 3 Button Pedal

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

$100

Don't believe in paying $200 plus dollars for an original untested Vox 3 button pedal that might need some work? Or, don't want to thrash your vintage original pedal? Up for sale is one custom built replacement for the 1960's Vox Thomas Organ 3 button foot pedal at a fraction of the cost. This custom made 3 button pedal operates the Reverb, Tremolo, and MRB. This pedal will work on many Thomas Organ Vox amps Berkeley II and II, V1031 Cambridge Reverb. Let me know at time of purchase your... more
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Vox AC30 Vintage Amp  /  Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

Vox AC30 Vintage Amp / Organ Handle Plastic Genuine Original 1960s-70s

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

Vintage original plastic handle taken from a ?70s Vox AC30 amplifier, in good condition with some cosmetic wear and tear throughout (see photos). This handle will fit many vintage Vox amplifiers as well as the lid for Continental and Jaguar combo organs. Mounting hardware not included
* If you are located outside the US and aren't able to place your order online, please contact us to discuss shipping quotes
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1966 Vox Phantom VI Black Electric Guitar w /  Original Case #54967

1966 Vox Phantom VI Black Electric Guitar w / Original Case #54967

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2695

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eBay Template Design by OCDesignsOnline HomeAboutTestimonialsPoliciesContactSell your Gear 1966 Vox Phantom VI Black Electric Guitar w / Original Case #54967 ××××××××××××××××××××××××××××××××××× Item DescriptionWORKING CONDITION: Very Good - Works well. All of the controls and parameters across the guitar are ... more
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Vox AC-15 1960-Fawn-100% original Not A Reissue

Vox AC-15 1960-Fawn-100% original Not A Reissue

Winter Springs, Florida, 327**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$19999

A 1960 Vox AC-15 1x12 combo, fawn in 100% original condition

For your consideration a Vox AC-15 circa 1960, 1 x 12 combo amp in fawn covering, (pre copper) Black panel amplifier with Haddon transformers, early split front cabinet, Celestion T3757 grey hammer tone speaker with original RIC cone, round JMI footswitch etc. A text book example of a Version 8, third circuit as per the fine book ?Vox amplifiers??JMI years??. This is a rare Vox amp (and even rarer this side of the pond) in ... more
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Vox AC15C1 Limited Editon 15-Watt 1x12" Tube Combo Amp - Vintage Red - Used

Vox AC15C1 Limited Editon 15-Watt 1x12" Tube Combo Amp - Vintage Red - Used

Winchester, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$780

ProAudioStar DJ GEAR INSTRUMENT GEAR LIVE SOUND RECORDING MICROPHONES HEADPHONES ACCESSORIES SOFTWARE LIGHTING BUNDLES Authorized Dealer
Vox AC15C1 Limited Editon 15-Watt 1x12" Tube ... more
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Vox AC30C2 Limited Editon 30-Watt 2x12" Tube Combo Amp - Vintage Red - Used

Vox AC30C2 Limited Editon 30-Watt 2x12" Tube Combo Amp - Vintage Red - Used

Winchester, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1300

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Phantom Guitarworks (Vox) Limited Edition Teardrop Hollowbody #10 of 20

Phantom Guitarworks (Vox) Limited Edition Teardrop Hollowbody #10 of 20

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

$1898

This Limited Edition Phantom (Vox) Hollowbody Teardrop guitar is in mint unplayed condition. It is #10 of only 20 made. All Phantom®, Teardrop® and MandoGuitars® are hand-assembled in the United States of America with foreign and domestic parts
The bookmatched flame maple top pattern in the see-through red finish does not show up too well in photos but it's stunning in person.
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Vox AC10C1 Limited Editon 10-Watt 1x10" Tube Combo Amp - Vintage Red - Used

Vox AC10C1 Limited Editon 10-Watt 1x10" Tube Combo Amp - Vintage Red - Used

Winchester, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$550

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1972 VOX - AC 30 -  Reverb - ID 3367

1972 VOX - AC 30 - Reverb - ID 3367

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€2351

Mint Condition
Zustand: Sehr gut
SerNr: 30610
Gewicht: 32 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Koffer / Case: Vox Hülle
Fußschalter: ja
Vermittlungsverkauf: 11683
Early 70ties AC30 Top Boost mit seltenem Federhall
Die AC30 aus den 60er Jahren und Anfang der 70er klingen richtig cremig mit jeder Menge Endstufensättigung
Toller Zustand, der Netztrafo wurde mal ersetzt
Der AC30 war Rory Gallaghers ??one and only?? Amp, für seinen legendären Sound brauchte es nur den AC30 ... more
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VOX AC 30 von 1967 / 68

VOX AC 30 von 1967 / 68

Weißenstadt, 95***, GERMANY

€1720

Betreten Sie das legendäre Reich der Musik mit diesem kultigen Vox AC-30 Verstärker, der 1967 das letzte Kapitel britischer Handwerkskunst markierte. Ein seltenen Vox AC-30, dem letzten, der in England gebaut wurde, bevor das Unternehmen Konkurs ging und die Produktion nach Italien 1968 verlegte
Dieses Stück Klanggeschichte hat die Studios zahlloser Künstler geziert, sein unverwechselbarer Ton wurde in den Licks von Gitarrenvirtuosen wie Rory Gallagher verewigt. Von den schimmernden ... more
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1964 Vox - AC 30 Super Twin Trapez Head - ID 2639

1964 Vox - AC 30 Super Twin Trapez Head - ID 2639

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€2877

Britisch Sound aus 60's
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: 03470
Gewicht: 16, 9 kg Versandklasse: Standard
Fußschalter: no
Vermittlungsverkauf: 10553
1964 Vox - AC 30 Super Twin Trapez Head - ID 2639
Sehr rares Trapez Topteil aus den 60's in gutem Gebrauchtzustand
Der AMP hat frischen "Checkup" in der Guitar-Lounge bekommen
Caps wurden teileweise ersetzt, nicht alle Leitungen sind original
Es wurde eine Auto-Standby-Funktion eingebaut, die Hochspannung wird erst nach ein paar ... more
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VOX Phantom EXTREMELY RARE prototype Chitarra Vintage Sunburst Guitar 1965-1968.

VOX Phantom EXTREMELY RARE prototype Chitarra Vintage Sunburst Guitar 1965-1968.

Foligno, 06***, ITALY

€1853


The Vox Phantom is an electric guitar, originally released in 1962 by the Jennings company. It is unique for its distinctive, pentagonal shape, which became part of the iconic representation of the British Invasion. Originally made in England, manufacturing was later relocated to Italy
Please note:
The guitar is working, very funny to play and in very good conditions considering his age!
The tremolo arm is working fine not affecting the tuning.
The circuitry is also ... more
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1979 Vox AC30 ex Status Quo

1979 Vox AC30 ex Status Quo

Doncaster, DN6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£4200

FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:1979 Vox AC30 ex Status Quo
Rock n Roll Amplifier 
The following amplifier was owned and used by one of Britain’s most British most rock n roll bands that being status que , details as follows 
 
Vox Ac 30 
1979 ( Circa )BlackBlack GrillGrey PanelSound Settings to face / panel  
Verification
The amplifier comes with various archival photographic ... more
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1975 Vox - AC30 + Wah V847 + V830 - ID 3338

1975 Vox - AC30 + Wah V847 + V830 - ID 3338

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€2147

1975 Vox - AC30 + Wah V847 + V830 - ID 3338
1975er AC30 Top Boost in tollem Erhaltungszustand
Klassische "Point to Point" Hand-Verdrahtung auf braunem Turretboard
Toller mittenreicher, warmer Charakter
Der Silver Bulldog Speaker ist original, der G12-30 wurde wohl 1980 eingebaut
Der serielle Effektweg in der hinteren Rückwand ist natürlich nicht original, aber sehr sinnvoll z B. für einen Reverb oder ein Delay
Der Footswitch fürs Tremolo / Vibrato ist nicht original ... more
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1975 Vox - AC 30 - Celestion Silver Bulldog - ID 3788

1975 Vox - AC 30 - Celestion Silver Bulldog - ID 3788

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€2412

Aus 1. Hand in Mint Condition
Zustand: Sehr gut
SerNr: 75122444
Gewicht: 33 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Koffer / Case: Original Vox Hülle
Fußschalter: Ja
Dokumente: original Rechnung von 1976
Sonstiges: 4 Rollen
Vermittlungsverkauf: 16107
1975er AC30 Top Boost im Traumzustand aus erster Hand mit original Kaufbeleg
Die AC30 aus den 60er Jahren und Anfang der 70er klingen richtig cremig mit jeder Menge Endstufensättigung
Dieses sehr saubere Exemplar hat sogar noch... more
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1975 VOX - AC 30 - ID 3866

1975 VOX - AC 30 - ID 3866

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€2045

Aus 1. Hand
Zustand: Anständig
SerNr: Typenschild fehlt
Gewicht: 33 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Fußschalter: ja
Vermittlungsverkauf: 16183
Dieser AC30 kommt aus dem Fundus von Wolfgang Schmid, er war Gitarrist und Sänger von "The Dynamites" (Deutsche Beat Meister Süd) (3x Starclub 1964)
Einen Namen machte sich Wolfgang später auch als Bassist, er spielte seinen 5-Saiter u A. von 1972 bis 1977 bei Klaus Doldingers Passport
Als Studiomusiker wirkte er an etwa 400 Alben ... more
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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.