WEM Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

WEM | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage WEM guitar advertisements. See also the advertising for Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, Fletcher, Coppock & Newman, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Kramer, Leslie, Marshall, Martin, Music Man, Ovation, Rickenbacker, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer, Vox, WEM, Yamaha

Vintage WEM advertisements; 7 adverts covering a period of 5 years, from 1963 to 1968. Click the images to have a closer look.

Craftsmanship in Sound
WEM Circuit 4 - 1963

WEM Pick-a-back - Two Great New Amps By Watkins

Two Great New Amps By Watkins
WEM Pick-a-back - 1963

WEM Rapier 44 - Watkins Electric Music Limited

Watkins Electric Music Limited
WEM Rapier 44 - 1964

The Big New Watkins Sound
WEM HR-30 - 1964

WEM, August 1967
WEM 5th Man - 1967

Find Out About WEM
WEM amplifiers - 1967

WEM amplifiers - Now the Move Move on-to WEM

Now the Move Move on-to WEM
WEM amplifiers - 1968

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

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
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

Vintage Wem guitars for sale

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$$E REDUCED WEM Copicat Mk IV solid state 240V works=selling AS IS as pictured

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

$595

td{border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br{mso-data-placement:same-cell;}This is a 240 V version. I tested it with my variarc set at 130 V and the unit powers up and motor moves the tape and produces echo but at a slower speed. A 110V to 240 V transformer is recommended
td{border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br{mso-data-placement:same-ceCosmetic appearance - Tolex has minor scrapes and blemishes but still quite good considering this is from the 70's. The case hardware had been replaced - lid hinges, latches ... more

Vintage 1970's Wem Watkins Copicat Tape Echo Delay

Columbus, Ohio, 432**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$650

Original tape delay from when that works. Back screw mount to hold the cords is missing. It??s old but still works.

This tape delay is noisy and the actual tape will need replaced as its original and old. Tap will sometimes stop after 5 minutes of play, just need to press down on the top roller to get it going again. Thanks.
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Vintage 1950s WEM Watkins Dominator MK1 Black V Front 2x10 Valve Amplifier Combo

Heanor, DE75***, UNITED KINGDOM

£1795

Vintage 1950s WEM Watkins Dominator MK1 Black V Front 2x10 Valve Amplifier Combo
This is a wonderfully rare original Mark 1 'Black Panel' 1950s Watkins Dominator V Front. It's one of the cleanest I have ever seen. You often see the blue panel version of this V fronted amplifier, but black panel was only made for a few months in the 1950s. The sound is to die for - basically like an 18w Marshall bluesbreaker. This one has been serviced not too long ago, to a high standard, with all the parts ... more

WEM Pep Fuzz Clone Guitar Effects Pedal John Lennon Revolver Fuzz

Stoke-on-Trent, ST6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£53

This is a clone of the WEM Pep Fuzz Clone
This pedal was most famously used by John Lennon at Abbey Road Studios during the Revolver Session and can be seen in many photographs from the period. The pedal features 2 Germanium AC176 Transistors with Effect and Level controls as per the original
9v centre negative only
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Vintage Early 1970s wem speaker cabinet 2x12"

Haywards Heath, RH17***, UNITED KINGDOM

£105

Wem speaker cabinet with 2 Goodmans Audiom 50w drivers. Good for creating that Dave Gilmour sound. In tatty but working condition, it would make a great restoration project, the missing front cloth is readily available. The original guitar jack inputs are there but wires are poking through one jack as it used to be hardwired!This cab would make an excellent combination with a vintage guitar valve amplifier head Low reserve, quite a sought after item. Collection only from RH17 6AP... more

Vintage 1970s WEM Watkins Dominator Bass MK1 1x15 Valve Guitar Amplifier Combo

Heanor, DE75***, UNITED KINGDOM

£595

Vintage 1970s WEM Watkins Dominator Bass MK1 1x15 Valve Guitar Amplifier Combo
A wonderfully rare and incredible sounding 1970s WEM Dominator MK1 1x15 combo. These are vastly underrated! Original internally, with the Celestion G15 speaker that really does sing, a full set of Mullard valves (!). The circuit board is pretty untouched, though my tech has re-capped the necessary caps. It really does sound great. Cosmetically in a little tired condition, but it is complete as you can see. Priced ... more

Vintage 1970s WEM Watkins PA100 Solid State Amplifier Head Project (#2 of 2)

Liverpool, L24***, UNITED KINGDOM

£126

This vintage 1970s WEM Watkins PA100 solid state amplifier head project is a rare gem for guitar enthusiasts. Made in the United Kingdom, this 100W head boasts a classic design with solid-state technology, offering a unique sound that harks back to the golden era of musical instruments. The WEM brand is known for its quality and durability, making this amplifier head a sought-after addition to any collection. Perfect for musicians looking to build their own custom amplifier with a touch of ... more

WEM Watkins FOOT SWITCH for Copicate - Vintage Analog Tape Delay Effect.

Sandwich , CT3***, UNITED KINGDOM

£45

WEM / Watkins - Original Foot Switch for Copicate, analogue tape echo machines
Comes with its original long lead & jack plug
Condition is very good, see pics
Thanks for looking
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Wem Dominator Bass MK1 Amplifier 1970s Vintage Valve Amplifier Black And Red

Mablethorpe, LN12***, UNITED KINGDOM

£364

WEM DOMINATOR MK 1 BASS AMPGreat condition not used for many years so could do with a service although a bass amp used by many as lead amponly used at home... more

Wem Dominator Bass MK1 Amplifier 1970s Vintage Valve. Black and Red + T shirt

Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£261

WEM, Classic Vintage 70s 15" speaker Amplifier. Dominator Bass MK1. Beautiful loud amp, model 69898. Wem badge damaged does not affect sounds or use. check my other items. Any questions just ask. I added a few more photos of the speaker and paper work ive found for it and also can throw in a free WEM T shirt beautiful colours on it, size XL. come on someone must want to buy the beautiful Amplifier. so many wathchers and saves! come to sunny Blackpool to pick up this beauty.... more

Wem Dominator Bass MK1 Amplifier 1970s Vintage Valve. Black and Red + T shirt

Thornton-Cleveleys, FY5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£261

Wem Watkins Copicat Super IC Vintage Tape Echo Delay Unit

Gillingham, ME8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£313

Wem Watkins Copicat Super IC
Good Working order
Signs of wear on case... more

WEM Watkins CopiCat IC400 Varispeed ( Read the Description )

Bishop Auckland, DL14***, UNITED KINGDOM

£42

See images / Read below
WEM Watkins CopiCat IC400 Varispeed
Listed as parts / spares / repairs only however, it does function :-)
All the capacitors and ICs have been replaced. Bias checked, Electronics checked / Cleaned
It does Record and Echo but I am not able to test fully, as I am not a guitar player
Low start price and listed as Spares / Parts only as it has been previously stored in unfavourable conditions, the case is rough and ready, has been battered about a ... more

WEM Watkins Copycat

Brighton, BN1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£600

WEM Watkins Copycat. Perfect vintage working condition. All original with spare tapes
If you know what this you'll know how rare this is in original condition. Obviously the overall cosmetic condition is reflective of its age (50 years).
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Watkins Rapier Electric Guitar Knob - Made in England 1960s - WEM

Bristol, BS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£40

Early 1960s Watkins Rapier electric guitar knob. From a Rapier 33 but may suit other models
Used condition, as pictured
2 available at the time of listing, price is for 1 knob, please choose quantity required during checkout
Free UK postage
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1963 WEM - Pick A Bass - Halfstack - ID 5429

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€1310

Tiny Vintage Brit Stack
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: 00062
Gewicht: 17, 6 kg Versandklasse: Heavy
Vermittlungsverkauf: 10148
Ein seltener Fund aus den frühen 60er Jahren: das WEM Pick A Bass Halfstack, bestehend aus dem kompakten 15-Watt-Topteil und der passenden 1x12 " -Box mit originalem Fane-Speaker
Diese britische Kombination liefert den unverwechselbaren Vintage-Sound der frühen WEM-Ära - warm, rund und charakterstark
Der Amp arbeitet mit zwei EL84-Endröhren und besticht ... more

80er WEM DOMINATOR 25 MK II COMBO -- Made in England

Köln, 50***, GERMANY

€599

80's WEM Dominator 25 MK II COMBO -- made in England:
+ 25 watts
+ all tubes
+ NO SPEAKER INCLUDED (cut for a 15 ")
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1978 WEM Watkins - Westminster - ID 5009

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€821

Made in England
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: CW78379
Gewicht: 13 kg Versandklasse: Standard
Vermittlungsverkauf: 10340
Charlie Watkins gründete 1949 WEM (Watkins Electric Music), er lieferte in den 60er und 70er Jahren hauptsächlich leistungsstarke PA??s für grosse Festivals, wie z B. das berühmte ??Isle if Wight Festival?? von 1969, wo auch Jimi Hendrix spielte. Er entwickelte und produzierte aber auch bezahlbare Verstärker, wie diesen Westminister
??15 Watt
??2 x ECL ... more

1969 WEM / WATKINS SAPPHIRE - made in ENGLAND

Köln, 50***, GERMANY

€1294

1969 WEM Sapphire - made in ENGLAND:
* alder body finished in sunburst, has laquer cracks & wear
* maple neck with rosewood fingerboard
* Van Ghent tuners
* 3 single coil foil pickups
* Hagstrom style bridge
* tremolo
* low action
* a cool guitar with a unique sound !
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Basse gaucher Watkins Wislon Wem Rapier 1969

Tours, 37***, FRANCE

€3800

Rare basse gaucher Watkins Wilson WEM Rapier fabriquée en 1969 au Royaume-Uni
Un instrument emblématique de l’ère britannique des années 60, réputé pour son look rétro et son timbre chaleureux
Ce modèle est particulièrement rare en version gaucher, ce qui en fait une pièce de collection recherchée
Caractéristiques :
Marque : Watkins / Wilson / WEM
Modèle : Rapier Bass
Année : 1969
Pays de ... more