Columbus Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

COLUMBUS | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Fletcher, Coppock and Newman advertisements; 4 adverts covering a period of 4 years, from 1974 to 1978. Click the images to have a closer look.

Kimbara Acoustics - Two Great Guitar Names...

Two Great Guitar Names...
Kimbara Acoustics - 1974

The Columbus Collection
Columbus N54 - 1976

Columbus N85S - Rock Solid with Columbus

Rock Solid with Columbus
Columbus N85S - 1977

Columbus Constellation
Columbus 13/O - 1978

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 Columbus guitars for sale

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1970s Vintage Eros Japanese Jazz Bass Guitar Neck CMI Maya Columbus

Bristol, BS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£120

Bass guitar neck from a 1970s Japanese made Eros Jazz bass.
I have seen the same on basses branded Columbus, CMI, Maya amongst others.
Used condition, some marks and age as pictured
Maple neck big block 70s style inlays.
61 5mm approx heel width.
Other parts available in my listings
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CLASSIC 1970'S COLUMBUS JAZZ BASS - MADE IN JAPAN - GREAT MOJO WITH A GOOD LIFE!

Colchester or Ipswich, CO6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£282

CLASSIC 1970'S COLUMBUS JAZZ BASS - MADE IN JAPAN - GREAT MOJO WITH A GOOD LIFE!
AN ACE BLAST FROM THE PAST WHICH IN ITS EARLY DAYS WAS GIGGED EXTENSIVELY BUT FOR THE PAST TWENTY PLUS YEARS HAS BEEN STORED. THE BASS HAS HAD A LIFE AS CAN BE EVIDENCED IN THE PICS BUT HAS HAD A RECENT SERVICE / CHECK OVER / SET UP AND IS STRUNG WITH D'ADDARIO CHROME FLATS.
THERE'S STILL PLENTY OF LIFE AND HISTORY IN HER YET!... more

Vintage 1970??s Japanese Made Lawsuit Era Columbus Les Paul Copy Guitar. MIJ

Wokingham, RG40***, UNITED KINGDOM

£261

Mind blowing condition! ? I??m confident you won??t find one of these in better condition!
Collection only from Wokingham RG40... more

Columbus SG bass vintage made in Japan 1970??s

Buckingham, MK18***, UNITED KINGDOM

£287

columbus bass 1970s in very good condition. New strings. new electrics
padded case . body has been restored it has always been black also comes with a strap
maple neck... more

Columbus P-Bass 1970s - Electric Bass - Natural - Good w / Soft Case

West Sussex, BN17***, UNITED KINGDOM

£329

Columbus P-Bass 1970s - Electric Bass - Natural Condition Details:

Columbus P-Bass 1970s - Electric Bass - Natural

This Columbus P-Bass 1970s - Electric Bass - Natural is in good condition and has been thoroughly tested to ensure all eight functions operate correctly. The instrument shows only minor signs of use throughout its surface, structure, and overall presentation, maintaining solid integrity ... more

Vintage Columbus 50 Bass Guitar Amp With Rare Cover

Walsall, WS3***, UNITED KINGDOM

£146

Vintage Columbus 50 bass guitar amp. In great used condition and working order. Complete with rare original cover
Due to weight, collection ONLY please from WS4 area. This will also give opportunity for buyer to see it working and be satisfied with condition.... more

COLUMBUS Stratocaster MIJ 1970s Awesome Condition Lawsuit

Taunton, TA1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£188

The COLUMBUS Stratocaster MIJ 1970s, it is immaculate condition, please see photos for the few flaws, it comes in its original soft case with original strap tuner leas and tremolo arm, it still has its ashtray Bridge cover
It sounds and plays fantastic, it really should be a collectors piece but guitars are meant to be played, sadly I am having to reduce my collection
is a high-quality electric guitar perfect for professional musicians. This right-handed guitar features a solid body with a... more

1970 Columbus Nevada Acoustic Guitar Model No 197 - Excellent Condition

Westbury, BA13***, UNITED KINGDOM

£220

This 1970 Columbus Nevada Acoustic Guitar Model No 197 is a rare gem for guitar enthusiasts. With its 6-string configuration and 20 frets, this guitar offers a unique sound that is sure to impress. The guitar has been well-maintained and is in excellent shape, making it a great investment for anyone looking to own a piece of music history. The guitar's acoustic design is perfect for any type of music, and its unique features, including the model number 197, make it a must-have for collectors. ... more

Vintage 1970s Columbus LP Style ?? Made in Japan 1972. Two owners. New Strings.

Barrow-upon-Humber, DN19***, UNITED KINGDOM

£193

This vintage 1970s Columbus Les Paul Style electric guitar, made in Japan in 1972, is a classic piece with new strings, perfect for any right-handed musician. It features a solid black body, 22 frets, and a 6-string configuration. As part of the Columbus series, this electric guitar is a rare find with only two owners since its production. Built with quality materials sourced from Japan, this retro gem is sure to impress both collectors and guitar enthusiasts looking for a piece of musical ... more

VINTAGE COLUMBUS SG BASS MADE IN JAPAN 1970 WITH NEW CASE ONE OWNER FROM NEW

Southam, CV47***, UNITED KINGDOM

£313

VINTAGE COLUMBUS SG BASS MADE IN JAPAN 1970 NEARLY NEW LOCKABLE CASEONE OWNER FROM NEWCOMFORTABLE LOW ACTION NEW FLAT WOUND STRINGS GOOD FRETSRETIREMENT FORCES SALE... more

1970s Columbus Crest semi-hollow body electric guitar, made in Japan;

Swindon, SN4***, UNITED KINGDOM

£302

1970s Columbus Crest semi-hollow body electric guitar, made in Japan;
Body: Burgundy finish, a few light marks but generally good for age; some of the binding has slight cracking and yellowing in various areas nothing major (See pictures)
Neck: Generally good, a few minor dings to the back; (See pictures)
Fretboard: Rosewood, flattened to a 9 5" radius with new binding installed; I have tried to highlight this with the pictures I have taken. (This was how I purchased the ... more

1970s Vintage Eros Japanese Jazz Bass Guitar Bridge Columbus Maya CMI

Bristol, BS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£30

Bass guitar bridge from a 1970s Japanese made Eros Jazz bass.
I have seen the same on basses branded Columbus, CMI, Maya amongst others.
Used condition, some light tarnishing.
As pictured with mounting screws.
Other parts available in my listings.
Free UK shipping
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1970s Vintage Eros Japanese Jazz Bass Guitar Body CMI Maya Columbus

Bristol, BS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£90

Bass guitar body from a 1970s Japanese made Eros Jazz bass.
1970s , I have seen the same on basses branded Columbus, CMI, Maya amongst others.
Used condition, a past owner stripped the finish and varnished it , its not the best job but does nicely highlight the 'sandwich' style body wood with maple veneer front and back - see pics. There are dings and scrapes, sanding marks, varnish inconsistencies and other marks and age as pictured.
62 5mm approx heel pocket width.
Other parts ... more

1970s Vintage Eros Japanese Jazz Bass Guitar Control Plate Columbus CMI Maya

Bristol, BS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£30

Bass guitar control plate from a 1970s Japanese made Eros Jazz bass.
1970s , I have seen the same on basses branded Columbus, CMI, Maya amongst others.
Used condition, some tarnishing and surface wear, pots may need servicing / replacing as I didn't getb the opportunity to test them.
As pictured with mounting screws.
Other parts available in my listings.
Free UK shipping
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