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

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Chris Adjustomatic Guitar Made In America Columbus Ohio Excellent Collectable

Bluffton, Ohio, 458**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$360

Adjustomatic Guitar made in America Columbus Ohio student - level Instrument with Kluson Deluxe Tuners, inspected the number is 2657. 1940-60s , Adjustable neck, body solid wood, neck is maple and rosewood. Size: Long 36, Widest body 13, Think 3 6 inch. The patent number is 3 196 730 Excellent condition, the body has 2 small scratches You can see only on light, see pictures. Adjustable bridge. Guitar ready to use. Sorry I'm shipping only 48 lower States, Thanks
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COLUMBUS LES PAUL GUITAR, VINTAGE LES PAUL GUITAR, MADE IN JAPAN + HARD CASE

Beverley, HU17***, UNITED KINGDOM

£229

JAPANESE COLUMBUS LES PAUL GUITAR
ORIGINAL HARD CASE INCLUDED

Fantastic vintage instrument, full of character. These are rocketing in value as the years

Full of vintage tone. These are really starting to rocket in value.

Full working order. Plenty of wear, please see pics for general condition. Structurally sound. Everything is as it should be.

We are a uk guitar shop so please buy with confidence
Fully guaranteed
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1978 JAPAN-Columbus - Matsumoku- Lawsuit LES PAUL-Needs TLC-MIJ-Hard Case P&P

Gosport, PO13***, UNITED KINGDOM

£249

The 1978 Columbus LES PAUL electric guitar is a vintage piece from the 1970s history when Gibson seemed to sue other manufacturers for copying their headstock design This Japanese guitar features a solid structure with a black finish. Requires a little TLC, making it a unique project for any musician or collector. Made in Japan, this model includes a rosewood fretboard, 22 frets. The Columbus brand adds a touch of authenticity to this classic design, making it a standout choice for any guitarist... 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

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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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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Vintage 1970's Japan COLUMBUS Series 1 Electric Guitar, needs TLC - MIJ

Gosport, PO13***, UNITED KINGDOM

£145

Condition wise, it looks a bit ropey, quite a few knocks, scratches and dings - but is 50yrs old. Humbuckers are Hot and Working!Tuners are a bit stiff, pickup selector missing knob
Plays Nicely, action Low I'd upgrade the Tuners and refurb the body if I was going to keep her Will it win a beauty competition - NoWill it chug? - YesIs it better than an Encore? - Hell yeah!
Made in Matsumoku Factory Japan Vintage 1970's Guitar
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Columbus Stratocaster 1970s Vintage Japanese Electric Guitar & Case

Gerringong, NSW, 2***, AUSTRALIA

AU $494

Columbus Strat "Sunburst" 70s Electric Guitar and case Good Looking and a sweet sound. Condition is very good . very few lite marks Not been played for a while. Fourth string is missing and the little chrome cup on the tightener . . Please refer to photos for condition . thanks for looking .Ps Can supply a Aust Post quote on request.... more