Acoustic Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

ACOUSTIC | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Acoustic advertisements; 6 adverts covering a period of 1 years, from 1969 to 1970. Click the images to have a closer look.

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends - The Spirit

Meet Our Friends - The Spirit
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends - Blind Faith

Meet Our Friends - Blind Faith
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends.... The Chambers Brothers

Meet Our Friends.... The Chambers Brothers
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Meet Our Friends - Albert King and Chuck Berry

Meet Our Friends - Albert King and Chuck Berry
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1969

Acoustic Amplifiers - Acoustic Can Offer Unlimited Sound To Infinite Capacity

Acoustic Can Offer Unlimited Sound To Infinite Capacity
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1970

Acoustic's Just Invented The PA System
Acoustic Amplifiers - 1970

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

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1975 Martin D-35 Acoustic Guitar

Palo Alto, California, 943**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1850

This 1975 Martin D-35 (serial #370193) is about as original as a fifty+ years-old Martin could be, at least one that's been played a lot. Specs for this guitar are standard throughout for the D-35 model in the mid-1970s: back and sides are East Indian rosewood, top is spruce, neck is one-piece mahogany, fingerboard and bridge are ebony. Only thing added was the strap button, nut was shimmed at some point, and the bridge pins were upgraded to ones with pearl dots. Instead of the original blue ... more

Vintage Alvarez Deluxe Dreadnought Acoustic TKL Guitar Case Brown Tolex & Plush

Silver Spring, Maryland, 209**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$165

Vintage Alvarez Dreadnought Hardshell Case Deluxe Case By TKL in Brown Tolex & Plush InteriorProduct OverviewUp for sale is a premium, vintage Alvarez Hardshell Acoustic Guitar Case, custom-manufactured exclusively for Alvarez by TKL. This is a highly sought-after, deluxe factory-issued case from the late 1980s to 1990s. TKL is world-renowned for making some of the most rugged, high-end OEM cases for top-tier guitar brands, and this vintage piece delivers that exact professional-grade ... more

1975 Martin D-28 Sunburst Shade Top Acoustic Guitar - Original Case

Tacoma, Washington, 984**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2400

Hello, got this 1975 Martin d-28 up for grabs. The pick guard has been replaced, as they tend to shrink and distort after years. Comes with k&k pick up that requires no batteries, no more having to remove strings for battery replacement {pretty cool} O.H S.C. which means original hard shell case for those of you, now you know. New martin strings and tuned. Sounds amazing! No cracks, or any damage. Contact me for any questions and or pictures. Thank's... more

70s Epiphone FT 155 Flat Top Acoustic Guitar RARE

Lake City, South Carolina, 295**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1295

A Rare Epiphone FT 155 "Flat Top" acoustic guitar with new hardwood case. This is arguably the best quality sounding acoustic guitar in it's price range and can hold it's own against any Taylor or Martin costing thousands of dollars more. A real pleasure to play, it's one of the few 70s Epiphone acoustics with a SOLID spruce wood top. All quality woods in this guitar including beautiful maple neck, rosewood fretboard and stunning solid figured ashe wood sides and back. A truly a ... more

1968 Martin D-18 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Vintage USA w / Case Original D18 NR

Abilene, Texas, 796**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2250

Up for auction! Extremely desirable, all original, and very fine condition vintage Martin Model D-18 "Dreadnought" acoustic guitar manufactured in 1968. Chambered in 6-string acoustic configuration featuring a solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, rosewood fingerboard, rosewood bridge, dot inlays, chrome Grover tuners, original pickguard, and correct hard case. Serial number 299738 confirms 1968 production. Guitar remains in very fine condition with no cracks, repairs, or structural issues... more

Supertone Parlor Acoustic Guitar 6 String with Case Hawaiian Theme Girl Vintage

Ashland, Ohio, 448**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

Supertone Parlor Acoustic Guitar 6 String with Case Hawaiian Theme Girl Vintage... more

Silvertone Classic 6-String Classical Acoustic Guitar Natural Finish with Case

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

$126

Silvertone Classic Guitar
6-String Classical Acoustic Guitar
Nylon String Design
Natural Top with Brown Back and Sides
Vintage Silvertone classical acoustic guitar featuring a traditional slotted headstock with a decorative floral inlay. This model is specifically designed for use with nylon or gut strings, as indicated by the original internal soundhole label. It represents a classic student-level instrument from the mid-20th century, typically distributed through Sears, Roebuck and... more

First Act Adam Levine Designer Series AL363 Acoustic Guitar Small Body Natural

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

$40

First Act Adam Levine Designer Series AL363
Acoustic Guitar - Small Body / Short Scale
6-String Steel-String Configuration
Natural Finish with Dark Back and Sides
First Act Adam Levine Designer Series AL363 acoustic guitar featuring a compact, small-body design ideal for student players or as a travel instrument. This short-scale guitar offers accessible playability without compromising on the traditional steel-string aesthetic. The headstock features the designer's signature logo,... more

Hofner Acoustic Guitar .vintage Missing Some Strings. Ok Shape

Martinsburg, West Virginia, 254**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

It missing. Some. Strings. Shows ware but in good shape was told it from. 1966. Not sure
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DOMINO C-105 Acoustic Guitar

Pompano Beach, Florida, 330**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

DOMINO C-105 Acoustic Guitar
You are bidding on DOMINO C-105 Acoustic Guitar. This is used guitar and does have signs of being used. Will need new strings, do to the age and to sound better. Guitar sounds good, but I am not professional and have no idea how to check 100%. I have no idea what year guitar is, I do not see any date or serial number on it. Comes with case, the does have signs of being used. Please do research about the guitar before you BID / BUY IT, so you know what will cost to... more

Yachaya #820 Instrumentos De Cuerda - Vintage Guitar 6-String F-Holes Acoustic

Sherwood, Oregon, 971**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$325

Made in Bolivia - Full size acoustic guitar - 16 inches wide, 3 25 inches deep, nut 42mm. Rare guitar set up nicely and very good player. See pics and ask any questions. Bid or Buy it Now for $325 00 - Shipping $39 00 lower 48 others contact me for a shipping quote.... more

Antique Acoustic Guitar w / Case Unknown Maker VIEW PICS

Leavenworth, Kansas, 660**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$51

I dont know much about guitars but here is what I know. This was an estate find from a home with items mostly pre-dating 1960. It has obvious signs of wear. Please view pictures. I am selling as is, no returns due to being unsure of its playability. It measure 37 1 / 2 " It comes with a very old looking case in which i believe the bottom is separated from the rest of it but it has a unique color / look to it I am putting it up for auction as I have looked up the maker and have been unable to ... more

A junky guitar from a house fire Cameo acoustic guitar Korea 1980s

Caribou, Maine, 047**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

It went through a house fire. A previous owner started cleaning it up, actually stripping some of the finish. It has what appear to be Grover tuners on it but I can't tell if they're real or fake. The action is high. The bridge is pulling up on the bass side. It's junk, basically. Not going to try and tell you otherwise. If I can't get $50 out of it, it might as well go in the burn pile because it's not worth it to sell a guitar less than that on ebay. There is no case. It's a pile of crap. It ... more

Goya F-19 6-String Acoustic Guitar Spruce Natural 1962

Baltimore, Maryland, 212**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$175

This guitar is in great shape for being 64 years old. All original components. The braces seem to be separated from the back in some areas. I was quoted $50-100 to have this professionally fixed but decided to do it on my own and never got around to it. I am moving across the country and don't have room to bring it with me. My loss is your gain. Made in Sweden Vintage, collectible, antique, Martin, folk guitar
Apologies for canceling the previous listing. The shipping dimensions were ... more

Fender F-15 Acoustic Guitar 1972-1981 Natural

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$200

The Fender F-15 Acoustic Guitar from 1972-1981 in Natural color is a classic right-handed dreadnought guitar ideal for beginner musicians. Made with high-quality walnut fretboard material, this 6-string guitar features the renowned Fender brand and model, known for its durability and exceptional sound quality. With its origins in Japan, this vintage guitar offers a traditional design and craftsmanship that continues to resonate with guitar enthusiasts and musicians today. See photos and ask ... more

Vintage 1960 Eko Model 100 Acoustic Guitar

Farmington, Michigan, 483**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$275

All functional. It is solid. Varnish has some lines from age.
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TEISCO ARCHTOP F-Hole Acoustic Guitar 1950??s Rare Model EP11 Gakki Factory Made

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$75

Hi, this is a vintage TEISCO model EP-11 circa 1950??s It is a rare acoustic model with a very limited number produced by the Maruha Gakki factory before Teisco was taken over by Kawai. I collected this guitar directly in Japan with the intention to restore it but just don??t have the time. It??s better to get it into the proper hands now. It is playable as-is with high action. Not a problem for those who with skills to bang on bar chords. There is slight bow on the neck and a truss rod, but I ... more

Silvertone H614 1956 SunburstAcoustic Guitar Vintage Wow Rare

Compton, California, 902**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$70

Silvertone H614 1956?- Sunburst'
Not an expert.
Sold as is no returns
Needs work sold as a project
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Vintage Burswood Esteban MUSICIAN SIGNED 6-String Acoustic Guitar & Hard Case

Kissimmee, Florida, 347**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$135

Pristine condition, Burswood acoustic yellow color guitar with pick guard and hard case with picks and electronic tuner. Local pickup only. Gently used pre owned signed Esteban guitar!

Happy Bidding. Contact. Contact me for any questions

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Norma Vintage 6-String Acoustic Guitar Steel Reinforced Neck Natural Finish

Cleveland, Ohio, 441**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

Norma Vintage Acoustic Guitar
6-String Acoustic Guitar
Steel Reinforced Neck
Natural Finish with Reddish Back and Sides
Vintage Norma 6-string acoustic guitar featuring a natural wood finish top and a steel reinforced neck. Norma was a notable brand during the mid-20th century Japanese manufacturing era, producing reliable instruments for students and hobbyists. This model features a traditional acoustic body style with a distinct black pickguard and ornamental rosette
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