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Fender Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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Vintage Fender advertisements; 68 adverts covering a period of 29 years, from 1953 to 1982. Click the images to have a closer look.

Fender Telecaster - Don

Don't cheat yourself
Fender Telecaster - 1953

Fender Precision - Bassmen! Play the original Fender Precision electric bass & Bassman amplifier

Bassmen! Play the original Fender Precision electric bass & Bassman amplifier
Fender Precision - 1953

Fender Precision - Instruments get out of date too

Instruments get out of date too
Fender Precision - 1953

Fender Stratocaster - Synchronized tremolo action

Synchronized tremolo action
Fender Stratocaster - 1954

Fender Telecaster - Fender fine electric instruments

Fender fine electric instruments
Fender Telecaster - 1955

Fender Precision - The best things don

The best things don't always need big packages
Fender Precision - 1958

Fender Telecaster - Listen

Listen
Fender Telecaster - 1959

Fender Jaguar - Quality is seen

Quality is seen
Fender Jaguar - 1962

Fender Jaguar - The new Jaguar by Fender

The new Jaguar by Fender
Fender Jaguar - 1962

Fender Jaguar - Quality can be heard... on a Fender

Quality can be heard... on a Fender
Fender Jaguar - 1962

Fender Jazzmaster - Boy I Can

Boy I Can't Wait
Fender Jazzmaster - 1962

Fender Jaguar - Quality is felt

Quality is felt
Fender Jaguar - 1963

Fender Stratocaster - The most imitated guitar in the world

The most imitated guitar in the world
Fender Stratocaster - 1963

Fender Stratocaster - Quality Means Confidence

Quality Means Confidence
Fender Stratocaster - 1963

Fender Jaguar - The Most Imitated Guitars In The World

The Most Imitated Guitars In The World
Fender Jaguar - 1965

Fender Jazzmaster - You Won

You Won't Part With Yours Either
Fender Jazzmaster - 1965

Fender Electric XII - You Wont Part With Yours Either

You Wont Part With Yours Either
Fender Electric XII - 1965

Fender Jaguar - No Finer Image

No Finer Image
Fender Jaguar - 1966

Fender Coronado - Olé

Olé
Fender Coronado - 1966

Fender Jazzmaster - You won

You won't part with yours either
Fender Jazzmaster - 1966

Fender Jaguar - Feel the Difference Hear the Difference

Feel the Difference Hear the Difference
Fender Jaguar - 1966

Fender Telecaster - From Arbiter the Most Wanted Guitar in Britain Today Telecaster by Fender

From Arbiter the Most Wanted Guitar in Britain Today Telecaster by Fender
Fender Telecaster - 1966

Fender Jazz - The Name that Makes the Difference

The Name that Makes the Difference
Fender Jazz - 1966

Fender Jaguar - You Wont Part With Yours Either

You Wont Part With Yours Either
Fender Jaguar - 1967

Fender Jazzmaster - Wherever you go you

Wherever you go you'll find Fender
Fender Jazzmaster - 1967

Fender Coronado - Full Color Sound

Full Color Sound
Fender Coronado - 1967

Fender Jazzmaster - Get Fenderized

Get Fenderized
Fender Jazzmaster - 1967

Fender Coronado - Great New Sound. Same Old Quality

Great New Sound. Same Old Quality
Fender Coronado - 1967

Fender Electric Guitars - We Stand On Our Reputation

We Stand On Our Reputation
Fender Electric Guitars - 1967

Fender Coronado - Full Color Sound

Full Color Sound
Fender Coronado - 1967

Fender Telecaster - Pick A Winner

Pick A Winner
Fender Telecaster - 1968

Fender Telecaster - Groovy Naturals

Groovy Naturals
Fender Telecaster - 1968

Fender Solid-State Twin Reverb - The Heavys From Fender

The Heavys From Fender
Fender Solid-State Twin Reverb - 1969

Fender XFL1000 - Power Tower

Power Tower
Fender XFL1000 - 1969

Fender Electric Guitars - Easy Pickings

Easy Pickings
Fender Electric Guitars - 1971

Fender Telecaster - Fender. What more need we say

Fender. What more need we say
Fender Telecaster - 1971

Fender 400 P.S. - The No-Conversation Piece

The No-Conversation Piece
Fender 400 P.S. - 1971

Fender Telecaster - The 1948 Telecaster. The 1972 Telecaster

The 1948 Telecaster. The 1972 Telecaster
Fender Telecaster - 1972

Fender Stratocaster - How To Pick a Guitar

How To Pick a Guitar
Fender Stratocaster - 1972

Fender Precision - The lowdown on the bass

The lowdown on the bass
Fender Precision - 1972

Fender Amplifiers - The Naked Truth

The Naked Truth
Fender Amplifiers - 1972

Fender Super Six Reverb - Another Step In The Right Direction

Another Step In The Right Direction
Fender Super Six Reverb - 1972

Fender Acoustics - Famous Fenders From Forty-nine Fifty

Famous Fenders From Forty-nine Fifty
Fender Acoustics - 1972

Fender Mustang - The Worlds Favourite Space Machine

The Worlds Favourite Space Machine
Fender Mustang - 1973

Fender Telecaster - The Worlds Favorite Love Machine

The Worlds Favorite Love Machine
Fender Telecaster - 1973

Fender Stratocaster - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine
Fender Stratocaster - 1973

Fender Telecaster - The Worlds favourite Recording Machine

The Worlds favourite Recording Machine
Fender Telecaster - 1973

Fender Precision - The Worlds Favorite Road Machine

The Worlds Favorite Road Machine
Fender Precision - 1973

Fender Amplifiers - The Worlds favourite Blending Machine

The Worlds favourite Blending Machine
Fender Amplifiers - 1973

Fender Mustang - You get there faster on a Fender (Fender Mustang)

You get there faster on a Fender (Fender Mustang)
Fender Mustang - 1974

Fender Telecaster - You get there faster on a Fender (Fender Telecaster guitar)

You get there faster on a Fender (Fender Telecaster guitar)
Fender Telecaster - 1974

Fender Stratocaster - You Get There Faster on a Fender

You Get There Faster on a Fender
Fender Stratocaster - 1974

Fender Precision - In Concert

In Concert
Fender Precision - 1974

Fender Telecaster - Goldilocks and the three bears

Goldilocks and the three bears
Fender Telecaster - 1975

Fender Telecaster - You get there faster on a Fender

You get there faster on a Fender
Fender Telecaster - 1975

Fender Telecaster - The High-Flying, Mellow-Throated Telecaster

The High-Flying, Mellow-Throated Telecaster
Fender Telecaster - 1976

Fender Precision - The Hearty-Roaring, Wide-Ranging Preecision Bass

The Hearty-Roaring, Wide-Ranging Preecision Bass
Fender Precision - 1976

Fender Stratocaster - Its A Business Machine

Its A Business Machine
Fender Stratocaster - 1977

Fender Starcaster - The Hard-Charging Sharp-Toothed Starcaster

The Hard-Charging Sharp-Toothed Starcaster
Fender Starcaster - 1977

Fender Precision - You Can Take A Fender Anywhere

You Can Take A Fender Anywhere
Fender Precision - 1977

Fender Super Twin - The Leather-Lunged, Multi-Voiced Super Twin (Twinipithecus Fender)

The Leather-Lunged, Multi-Voiced Super Twin (Twinipithecus Fender)
Fender Super Twin - 1977

Fender Lead I - Fender Introduces Two Dynamite Guitars

Fender Introduces Two Dynamite Guitars
Fender Lead I - 1979

Fender Studio Bass - What Do You Call The One Amp That Opens Both Doors To The Stars

What Do You Call The One Amp That Opens Both Doors To The Stars
Fender Studio Bass - 1979

Fender Studio Bass Strings - The Wave Of Tomorrow

The Wave Of Tomorrow
Fender Studio Bass Strings - 1979

Fender The Strat - The Legend. The Technology.

The Legend. The Technology.
Fender The Strat - 1980

Fender Precision - Fenders new dimension Precision Bass Special

Fenders new dimension Precision Bass Special
Fender Precision - 1980

Fender Lead III - Lead III: the legend restated

Lead III: the legend restated
Fender Lead III - 1982

Fender Telecaster - The Revolution That Became A Legend

The Revolution That Became A Legend
Fender Telecaster - 1982

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera
1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera
1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound
1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound
1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine
1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox

Vintage Fender guitars for sale

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1968 Fender Telecaster Custom

1968 Fender Telecaster Custom

Encinitas, California, 920**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$21000


Greetings

Up for grabs is a killer 1968 Fender Custom Tele
This is a GOOD ONE!

No issues , all original with original buldwin "Fender" export case

The Feb '68 " B " neck on this tele is outrageous - you will NOT put it down.

It is a fabulous playing and sounding guitar

Email with any questions!

Thx for looking
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Fender 1973 Bronco Dakota Red Electric Guitar Vintage Rare

Fender 1973 Bronco Dakota Red Electric Guitar Vintage Rare

Nashville, Tennessee, 372**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2900

Retro Gear Shop is a high-end boutique store located in Nashville, Tennessee
Fender 1973 Bronco Dakota Red
For sale is a rare vintage Fender 1973 Bronco Dakota Red electric guitar. This came from Reid Shippen's studio here in Nashville (famous mixer / producer) and may have been used on some of his hit records. Please verify details for yourself from the photos
* Check out the pictures to make sure you like it. Pictures are of actual item for sale *
Flat rate shipping in the USA ... more
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1979 Fender Stratocaster With Original Hardshell Case

1979 Fender Stratocaster With Original Hardshell Case

Elmhurst, Illinois, 601**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2899

Revolution Music is proud to present this Beautiful, 1979, Black on Black Fender Stratocaster in great condition. This vintage beast oozes with mojo. There is honest wear throughout. The guitar has some kinks, scratches, & chips. It sounds amazing. Original Hardshell Case with 2 broken latches included.

WE HAVE A BRICK AND MORTAR STORE - PLEASE GIVE US A CALL OR STOP BY IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS  


Shipping in the continental USA will be by FedEx Ground or ... more
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Two 1980 1981 Original Fender Jazzmaster Pickups One Good One Dead

Two 1980 1981 Original Fender Jazzmaster Pickups One Good One Dead

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, 187**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$200

I Have These Two Pickups Listed Separately .One Is Good One Is Dead .You Can Buy Them Both Here For $200 . I Will End The Separate Listings If These Are Purchased .Grey Fiber . 08 08 81 . do not know if 1980 or 1981 no lead wires .Sale Final .No Returns... more
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1977 Fender Telecaster Custom Natural finish with Fender soft case

1977 Fender Telecaster Custom Natural finish with Fender soft case

Laguna Niguel, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3500

Good condition 1977 Fender Telecaster Custom in natural finish with maple neck / fingerboard Guitar has the usual nicks, scratches, marks, worn thru finish spots, fading, finish checking consistent with instruments of this age Someone prior to me has removed the serial number decal on the headstock, but the other location underneath the original pickguard has the serial # on it Not a stripped to natural finish, but an original natural finish. I mention this as I have noticed some sellers ... more
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Vintage 1979 Fender Stratocaster with OHSC - Plays, Sounds, Looks great!

Vintage 1979 Fender Stratocaster with OHSC - Plays, Sounds, Looks great!

Ramona, California, 920**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2795

Vintage 1979 Fender Stratocaster with OHSC - Plays, Sounds, Looks great!
A few small dings but in fantastic condition for the age. Comes with original case, trem arm and case info.
Lots of fret life left and great setup!
Weighs in at 9 4 lbs.... more
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1974 Fender Stratocaster USA Natural Hardtail Maple neck vintage excellent orig

1974 Fender Stratocaster USA Natural Hardtail Maple neck vintage excellent orig

Hopewell, New Jersey, 085**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5475

1974 Fender Stratocaster USA Natural Hardtail Maple neck vintage excellent all original She weighs in at 8lbs .05oz3-way switch sounds awesome very clean example. SN #564607The sought after maple neck is in excellent condition with some minor wear on the frets (see photos)Sounds and looks great and plays so easy. Please feel free to ask questions
Please note that the handling charge is for shipping insurance only. Local pick up is welcome... more
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Starcaster By Fender Mini Strat Guitar Combo Pack Chord, Strap, Mini Deluxe Amp

Starcaster By Fender Mini Strat Guitar Combo Pack Chord, Strap, Mini Deluxe Amp

Fredericksburg, Virginia, 224**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE LISTING BEFORE ASKING QUESTIONS OR PURCHASING THIS ITEM.

Up for sale is this unique, new in the original packaging Starcaster Mini Strat guitar by Fender in a gloss black finish with only a single humbucker bridge pickup. This is a combo pack that includes the guitar, cable, Fender ??Mini Deluxe?? Amp, picks, Strap, and a large sticker sheet with one sticker missing.

This mini Strat guitar is a very cool and unique body design that has only a single... more
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1958 JENSEN P10R 220847 ORIGINAL CONE MATCHED SET BASSMAN, SUPER VIBROLUX FENDER

1958 JENSEN P10R 220847 ORIGINAL CONE MATCHED SET BASSMAN, SUPER VIBROLUX FENDER

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$900

Matched pair 1958 Jensen AlNiCo P10R speakers 220847 with original cones matched set. These speakers were manufactured in the United States and has a frame type of 10" in a beautiful Teal Blue color. The guitar is a part of the . It is perfect for guitar enthusiasts who are looking for a vintage sound. The model year of the guitar is 1958 and it is ideal for musicians who are looking for a unique sound in their music. This instrument is suitable for both professionals and beginners who want to ... more
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original 1957 Fender Stratocaster Sunburst w / orig. tweed case

original 1957 Fender Stratocaster Sunburst w / orig. tweed case

Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$54900


Add Me to Your Favorite Sellers
Olivia's Vintage would like to present this early 1957 Fender Stratocaster in its original Sunburst finish. It has a great playing neck with a "V" profile and good frets. All parts are original to this Strat and it is 100% complete along with its original tremolo arm, bridge cover and tweed hardshell case. The neck dates to February 1957, pots dating to January 1957 and the body date of December 1956. The pickup covers and knobs are the earlier "bakelite" ... more
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Vintage 1960s "No Logo" Fender Stratocaster Black Case Pre-CBS 1963 64

Vintage 1960's "No Logo" Fender Stratocaster Black Case Pre-CBS 1963 64

Buffalo, New York, 142**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400


Vintage 1960's Fender Stratocaster / Telecaster Case
Thanks for looking! I am 1 / 2 the price of my competitors.
This is a very nice early 60's "no logo" case correct.
This arrived to us with an all original 60's Fender Stratocaster / Telecaster
Correct for your killer high dollar PRE-CBS P-bass, it's also RARE. Fully original with all original latches and tolex
Handle appears is metal the covering is worn off. (Rivets and handle mounting brackets are ... more
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1960 JENSEN P10Q  (3) OEM FENDER BASSMAN, BANDMASTER  MATCHED QUAD

1960 JENSEN P10Q (3) OEM FENDER BASSMAN, BANDMASTER MATCHED QUAD

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2350

Quad of 1960 Jensen  P10Q AlNiCo  BLUE BELL speakers EIA date code 220021, 220022, 220044, 220049. Three of these are OEM Fender with the correct Cxxxx factory order code   OEM means " Original Equipment Manufacturer. This means they left the fender factory in an amp. These also have the factory bell covers so they can go in either in a Fender Tweed Super, Bassman or Bandmaster. These are fresh recones with identical 8 rib cones and identical overhaul kits. These are 8 ohms ... more
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1959 Fender Stratocaster Life Size Cardboard Promo 1987 NBT Keri Kelli

1959 Fender Stratocaster Life Size Cardboard Promo 1987 NBT Keri Kelli

Lake Forest, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$70

Vintage and very rare life-size shaped cardboard fender Stratocaster. This was owned by rock guitarist Keri Kelli. It was purchased at a family estate sale. Made in 1987. Size is 37?? x 12 1 / 2??... more
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1965 1966 JENSEN C10Q  220506 220617 ORIGINAL CONE PAIR FENDER VIBROLUX REVERB

1965 1966 JENSEN C10Q 220506 220617 ORIGINAL CONE PAIR FENDER VIBROLUX REVERB

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Matched pair of 1966  Jensen C10R 220604 with original 8 ohm Ribbed cones. Very early and exceedingly rare Fender super reverbs came with these. These would make a nice replacement set. I have 6 in total and a guad is in another auction
NOTE* No warranty is expressed or implied
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1966 JENSEN C10R  220604 RARE POSTAGE STAMP LABEL MATCHED PAIR FENDER

1966 JENSEN C10R 220604 RARE POSTAGE STAMP LABEL MATCHED PAIR FENDER

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Matched pair of 1966  Jensen C10R 220604 with original 8 ohm Ribbed cones. Very early and exceedingly rare Fender super reverbs came with these. These would make a nice replacement set. I have 6 in total and a guad is in another auction
NOTE* No warranty is expressed or implied
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1966 JENSEN C10R  RARE POSTAGE STAMP LABEL MATCHED QUAD FENDER SUPER REVERB

1966 JENSEN C10R RARE POSTAGE STAMP LABEL MATCHED QUAD FENDER SUPER REVERB

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

Quad of 1966 Jensen C10R 220603 and one 220604 with original 8 ohm Ribbed cones. Very early and exceedingly rare Fender super reverbs came with these. These would make a nice replacement set. I have 6 in total and have another pair listed in another auction
NOTE* No warranty is expressed or implied
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1985 GENERAL ELECTRIC 6072A INDUSTRIAL 12AY7  FENDER TWEED GUITAR AMPS NOS NIB

1985 GENERAL ELECTRIC 6072A INDUSTRIAL 12AY7 FENDER TWEED GUITAR AMPS NOS NIB

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Matched pair of 1985 GENERAL ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL 6072A electron tubes. These are NOS and NIOB. The 6072A is the industrial version of the 12AY7A that is used in the first gain stage of ALL 9 pin preamp Fender Tweed Amps. Some Amps such as the pro uses a 12AY7 in the second stage
I call these the secret weapon . These have an amplification factor of 44 where the 12AY7A has a gain factor of 40. This gives a little more push on the front end without raising the noise level. The industrial ... more
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1978 FENDER VIBROLUX REVERB, SUPER REVERB 8 Ohm OEM ROLA GUITAR SPEAKERS 2857824

1978 FENDER VIBROLUX REVERB, SUPER REVERB 8 Ohm OEM ROLA GUITAR SPEAKERS 2857824

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$600

Matched of Fender Labeled Rola OEM 10" Vibrolux, SUPER, Princeton reverb amplifiers. These are fresh 8 ohm recones by Vin-tone who is my exclusive reconner
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Fender Squire  Affinity Series  Telecaster Maple neck 2 Tone Sunburst  w / Bag

Fender Squire Affinity Series Telecaster Maple neck 2 Tone Sunburst w / Bag

Forest Grove, Oregon, 971**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$215

Fender Squier Affinity Series Telecaster, Maple Fingerboard, 2-Color SunburstCleaned with general shop setup and new light EB stringsMinor rub wear and scratches Strap mark on horn shownPlays easy w / good actionComes w / BagBodyPoplarBody FinishGloss PolyurethaneBody ShapeTelecasterBridge6-Saddle Hardtail with Cast SaddlesBridge PickupStandard Single-Coil TeleColor2-Color SunburstConfigurationSSControl KnobsKnurled Flat-TopControlsMaster Volume, Master ToneCountry Of OriginIDDimensions3 ... more
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Fender American Vintage 1962 Jazzmaster Sunburst

Fender American Vintage 1962 Jazzmaster Sunburst

Rexburg, Idaho, 834**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3199

I have owned this guitar for a long time and have loved it. I am piecing together a perfect Jazzmaster for me so I am selling this. I have tried to take good pictures. This guitar has been used but never abused. There are a few scratches and rub marks but besides one little chip in the bottom right all of them are surface level and maybe even could be buffed out if you cared. I like a guitar that has been legit played and worn in but not abused. The neck is perfect as near as I can tell, ... more
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