BEL Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

BEL | ADVERTISEMENTS

BEL Cavern Deluxe - No Warm Up - Instant Response

No Warm Up - Instant Response
BEL Cavern Deluxe - 1965

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 Bel guitars for sale

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Vintage (1971 / 72) Orange Label Gibson ES-335 w / OHSC - RARE Factory Lyre Vibrola

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 532**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$7995

Vintage (1971 / 72) Orange Label Gibson ES-335 w / OHSC - RARE Factory Lyre Vibrola
Serial #: 633734
Weight: 8lb, 1 2oz
This Gibson ES-335 is a beautiful instrument that is all original and has a rare Maestro vibrola tailpiece from the factory. It plays great with low action and the frets are in excellent shape with almost no wear. Please see our inspection notes below for a better understanding of the overall condition
Nut Width: 1 593 " The overall condition is excellent with ... view on ebay

Vintage Gibson ES-345 Collector Grade 1970 Orange Label Cherry Red FREE SHIPPING

Upland, California, 917**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6900

I am selling a pristine 1970 orange label Gibson ES-345 that is easily the cleanest on the market and plays as nice as it looks. This example has been expertly re-wired from stereo to mono (in order to be playable through a single amp, essentially turning it into an ES-335), so Varitone knob is bypassed (this was a $500 modification). The guitar comes with complete original Varitone wiring harness, so can be converted back to original stereo if preferred. Just a super clean, amazing sounding, ... view on ebay

Vintage 1968 Coral Electric Sitar Vincent Bell Danelectro W / Original Hard Case

North Bend, Washington, 980**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5299

RARE, Vintage 1967-1968 Coral Electric Sitar by Danelectro ?? Designed by Vincent Bell100% Original Bombay Red Textured Finish ?? Collector & Player GradeUp for auction is a legendary piece of psychedelic rock history: an original late-1960s Coral Electric Sitar, designed by famous session guitarist Vincent "Vinnie" Bell and manufactured in New Jersey by Danelectro. This iconic model defined the sound of the late '60s, famously heard on hit tracks by bands like The Beatles, The Rolling ... view on ebay

1969 Gibson ES-150 DW Orange Label Dotted i Gibson Logo (A-31)

Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4000

For your consideration is this 1969 Gibson ES-150 DW in a Sunburst finish. Overall the guitar is in Very Good condition. The original pickups sound great and give you a smooth full sound. Playability is excellent with low action & light fret wear All Original but Grover Tuners added. Orange Label. Dotted i Gibson Logo. Buckle rash on back
Comes with the original case as shown. (A-31)
Weight: 6lb 15oz | Nut 1 56 0 83 | 12th 1 98 0 99
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1980 Rickenbacker 620 / 12 cool 12-String similar to Mike Campbell & Tom Petty's !

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3495

This is a very cool Rickenbacker 620 / 12 solid body 12-string from 1980, a very cool 47 year old example of what Tom Petty & Mike Campbell played during their earliest days. This is an original 620 / 12 model in a factory Fireglo finish w / 2 Hi-Gain pickups w / a stacked set of White pickgards w / a matching truss rod cover. There is serial # TL on its input jack plate from December 1980. Its pots date to 1980. Its pretty pearloid triangle inlays are so 1960??s. Its 2 sets of Kluson double... view on ebay

1960s Coral Scorpion 12-String Offset Guitar ?? Vincent Bell Design Black w / Case

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

$3300

1960s Coral Scorpion 12-String Offset Guitar ?? Vincent Bell Design Black w / Case
An absolutely stunning and rare example of 1960s American guitar design, this Coral Scorpion 12-string offset is a Vincent Bell??designed masterpiece that blends futuristic styling, bold curves, and unmistakable vintage character. With sweeping lines often compared to classic Cadillac automotive design, this guitar is quirky, weird, beautiful, and undeniably cool ?? everything we love about golden-era electric... view on ebay

1964 Epiphone Mighty Mite EA-22RVT Bell-Branded & Gibson-Made 1x12 Tube Amp

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

$2000

Up for sale, a 1964 Epiphone EA-22RVT Mighty Mite 1x12?? combo amplifier in near-mint condition and in perfect working order. This extremely rare Gibson-made amplifier lives up to its name in every respect, delivering an incredible amount of power and versatility in a compact package. This particular Mighty Mite retains the original ??Bell?? badge, an uncommon branding sometimes seen on Gibson amps of the era via a partnership between Gibson / Epi and Bell, a midwest music store.
While most... view on ebay

1967 Coral by Danelectro Vincent Bell Combo a rare & unusual acoustic electric.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1995

This is a very beautiful and rare Coral Vincent Bell Combo Acoustic from the early 1960s. It was designed by the legendary Vincent Bell and built by Coral / Danelectro in the USA. This unique hybrid between acoustic and electric guitar features its original lipstick pickup, delivering that signature bright and smooth Danelectro tone of the era. It??s truly excellent overall condition, showing only minor signs of age. It remains fully original and fully functional. The neck is straight and ... view on ebay

Video Yamaha FG500 Red Label Dreadnought Made in Japan - 1972

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1900

*Video* Yamaha FG500 Red Label Dreadnought Made in Japan - 1972
Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a honey of a 1972 Yamaha Red Label FG500 in excellent playable condition. These early Red Labels have a reputation of great sounding dreadnoughts, and the FG500 is the top of the line. it features a solid spruce top and high quality Mahogany laminates sides. It's lightly braced and expertly constructed with hot hide glue giving it a bold open tonality that compares to guitars twice the price.... view on ebay

All Solid Woods TAMA - Blue Bell W1000 D28 Style Dreadnought 1978

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1863

Northwest Vintage Guitars is stoked to bring you a 1978 Blue Bell D28 Style Dreadnought It's the W1000 model thats all solid woods These are amazing sounding hand hade X Braced dreadnoughts with top quality materials and expert craftsmanship throughout Incredibly lightly constructed with a bold, wide-grained solid German Spruce top from the Bavarian Alps, solid Indian Rosewood back and sides, Mahogany one piece neck, Ebony Bridge, Herringbone pufling, and Snowflake adorned Ebony ... view on ebay

Vintage 1960's Glen Campbell Ovation 1127-4 Acoustic Guitar

Culpeper, Virginia, 227**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1700

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YAMAHA FG 300 RED LABEL VINTAGE ACOUSTIC GUITAR MADE IN JAPAN WITH HARD CASE

Fayetteville, North Carolina, 283**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1550

The YAMAHA FG 300 Red Label Vintage Acoustic Guitar, made in Japan, is a high-quality instrument crafted with spruce, rosewood, and mahogany body materials. This right-handed guitar features a classic dreadnought body style in a stunning gold color. With a 6-string configuration and 20 frets, this guitar delivers rich, resonant tones that are perfect for any acoustic guitar player looking for a vintage tone and craftsmanship. Additionally, it comes with a hard case for protection and durability ... view on ebay

Yamaha FG301 vintage acoustic short scale guitar orange label Japan 1970s / case

Lake Oswego, Oregon, 970**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

Yamaha FG301 vintage acoustic short scale guitar orange label made in Japan 1970s for the Japanese market in excellent with original Yamaha hard case , hang tag & truss rod tool

The Yamaha FG301 is an acoustic guitar with an orange label, made in Japan during the 1970s. It features a dreadnought body shape, typically with a spruce top and a 3-piece back made of Indian rosewood (Palisandre). The neck is usually made of Nato (a type of mahogany), and the fingerboard and bridge are ... view on ebay

1966 / 67 Yamaha Acoustic Guitar FG180 Light Green Label (Pickguard Missing)

Fairfield, Ohio, 450**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1499

I am missing an original pickguard for this guitar. It was purchased exactly as shown.
On the block inside there is a six digit number (can't make it all out) #606xxx. It is an early Yamaha FG-180 with a light green label (1966-68) and it is an awesome sounding guitar!
Selling as is, as pictured and as a player. It is not a museum piece by no means
New strings and a nice hardshell case (I do not have original case).... view on ebay

Danelectro Bellzouki Electric 12 string guitar 1960s Sunburst Finish 7010

Saint Louis, Missouri, 631**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1350

Danelectro Bellzouki Electric 12 string guitar 1960s Sunburst Finish
The Danelectro Bellzouki 12-string guitar is an iconic, tear-drop-shaped electric guitar designed in the early 1960s by legendary session guitarist Vinnie Bell.
... view on ebay

1930s Gibson C-1D Classical Guitar Kalamazoo USA Original Label Pre-War

Portland, Maine, 041**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1300

Stinson & Company is a traditional old school antique pawn shop located in Historic Portland Maine. We specialize in the sale of Antiques, Collectables, Gold & Silver Bullion, Jewelry, Diamonds, US Coins & Paper Currency, Vintage Guitars, Celebrity Memorabilia, Historical Items, Clocks, Watches, Glass & Pottery and many other items of value at the fairest prices. You will always find some of the most interesting items from week to week. Add us to your favorites and check back ... view on ebay

Harmony H1270 Sovereign 12 String Lead Belly 1960s Natural W / Reset Neck Guitar

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

Harmony H1270 Sovereign 12 String Lead Belly 1960s Natural W / Reset Neck Guitar Good Action Great Soundneck recently reset comes with original case... view on ebay

Yamaha FG-300 Red Label Acoustic W / Case - 1970s

Whitesboro, New York, 134**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1199

Set up and ready to go. Frets are good. Pickguard looks to have been reglued with some thicker glue at some point. Original 1-owner guitar. Case is missing the orignal handle but latches work. No cracks or chips. Guitar body is in very clean condition. Non-smoking home use only. Has a very slight belly under the bellow the bridge on the face but bridge is flat and action is very nice. Let us know if you have any questions
Returns / Shipping
When available, Free shipping is to the ... view on ebay

Custom Bell and Howell Filmosound 385 Vintage Tube 15 Watt Guitar Amplifier

Provo, Utah, 846**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1150

Selling my beloved Filmosound 385 Guitar Amp Head in used but great condition. All tubes have been serviced
This is the legendary "Tweed Killer " Originally an amplifier for a 16mm film projector, this Filmosound 385 has been expertly converted into a high-octane guitar head. It delivers 15 watts of harmonically rich, touch-sensitive tube tone that sits perfectly between a 1950s Fender Tweed Deluxe and a vintage Gibson
The Components: Built around a pair of 6V6 power tubes, 12AX7s, and ... view on ebay

Custom vintage Beltone Coodercaster Gibson P-13 & Teisco gold foil pickup Zen-on

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

$1111

I'm selling a one-of-a-kind guitar - one person's vintage take on the Coodercaster theme, inspired by the famous slide guitar owned by Ry Cooder
Guitar is a Beltone brand sunburst double cutaway electric. Beltone during this era was a badge variant for Zenon (also Zen-on), a Teisco type Japanese guitar company
Neck pickup is the stock Beltone, which is a gold foil variant type, similar construction and killer tone. Bridge pickup is a Gibson P-13 pore-cursor type that was on the ... view on ebay