Framus Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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FRAMUS | ADVERTISEMENTS

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 Framus guitars for sale

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Framus Star Bass Knob Pair Missing Top Inlays 1960s

Utica, New York, 135**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$37

Missing top inlays. Fair condition. Functional. I believe someone painted the tops black? Not sure. Price is for both. Ships fully insured and packaged with care
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Vintage Framus Ghent Kay Eko Teisco Guitar Tuners for Project Upgrade

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$65

Vintage Ghent Framus Kay Eko Teisco Guitar Tuners for Project Upgrade. As pictured. Post spacing 35mm (70mm between 1st and 3rd post' centers). Don't forget to check my other listings!!!... more

Vintage 70's Teisco Zimgar Magnatone Framus Vox Guitar Pickup for Project

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$55

Vintage 70's Teisco Zimgar Magnatone Framus Vox Guitar Pickup for Project. As pictured. Tested, works fine. Don't forget to check my other listings!!!
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Used Framus Teambuilt Pro Series Stevie Salas Signature Idolmaker Electric Guita

Hudson Falls, New York, 128**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2499

Up for sale is a very gently used Framus Teambuilt Idolmaker. This unique guitar is in excellent condition and packed with personality. The guitar has been thoroughly inspected and found to be in perfect working order. It features a Seymour Duncan Custom Shop '78 Model humbucker in the bridge position and a Seymour Duncan Phat Cat P-90 in the neck position. (both pictured) It will include a gig bag
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Vintage ca 1970 Framus Missouri 03302 17" Archtop Electric Guitar SWEET

Lubbock, Texas, 794**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

Vintage circa 1970 Framus Missouri 03302 Archtop==17" wide and 3" deep, this 24 3 / 4" scale jumbo jazz box is a pleasure to play and sounds awesome==VG 7 / 10 original condition, with some scratches and dings but nothing major -- low action with very little fret wear, straight neck with 1 11 / 16" nut width, fat C profile==Pickups sound great, hi-fi with plenty of crunch -- Played through a 1960 Tweed Champ, I got amazing reverby tones, could really hear the space of the hollow body==I really ... more

Framus AMATURE 8 / 1 Right Handed Acoustic Guitar mfg january-1968

Berlin, Pennsylvania, 155**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$299

USED GUITAR IN STORAGE FOR 4 DECADES nice old guitar below average wear 90%+ condition
NO STRUCTURE DAMAGE . LOOK AT THE PHOTOS FOR CONDITION OF ITEM NO CASE... more

Framus Rio 5 / 14 Vintage Guitar Made In Bavaria Acoustic - Need Work

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

$175

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IN GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. FOR REPAIR or AS-IS
MISSING ONE TUNING PEG KNOB. LINE CRACK IN ... more

Framus D Series Panthera Pro 7, 7-String Electric Guitar

North Royalton, Ohio, 441**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$825

Though they??re perhaps better known for being the electricguitar brand owned by Warwick, the Framus legacy is one that stretches back allthe way to violin making in the mid-40s
It was founder Fred Wilfer who cunningly realized that theSudeten German luthiers expelled from Czechoslovakia following the Second WorldWar could put their skills to use at a rival production base in Franconia(hence the first half of the company??s name).
The 50s rock ??n?? roll revolution saw the electric ... more

Framus Texan 60s 12 string parts guitar.

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

This is primarily a parts guitar!!!!The parts on the body, bridge, headstock and backplatelook in workablle condition
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Framus Golden Strato De Luxe True Vintage 1965 Germany 5 / 168-54

Benicia, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1249

Experience the timeless charm of the Framus Golden Strato Deluxe, a true vintage gem from 1965 West Germany. Crafted in the iconic Jazzmaster / Jaguar style, this guitar delivers rich, warm tones perfect for jazz, blues, and rock. Its classic design and authentic vintage build offer exceptional playability and a distinctive look that stands out on any stage. Elevate your sound and style with a legendary instrument that captures the spirit of a golden era
Layaway plans are also available. ... more

Rare Vintage 1970s German Framus Jumbo King 5 / 198 Acoustic Guitar

Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

This is a used Vintage 1970s German Framus Jumbo King 5 / 198 Acoustic Guitar. Please ask any questions you have before bidding. What you see in the photo is what you get. All sales final. Shipping to the continental US only.... more

~ Vintage 1960 Framus Bavarian Germany Acoustic Guitar 3 / 4 Sz Model 5 / 7 ~

Parkersburg, West Virginia, 261**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$140

~ Vintage 1960 Framus Bavarian Germany Acoustic Guitar 3 / 4 Sz Model 5 / 7 ~
This is a well made vintage German guitar. I don't see any cracks or repairs. Tuners work good. Neck feels very comfortable. Has a nice looking arch to the back.
The plastic grommets that go on the tuner pegs are missing. The pick guard was re-glued at some point and and the edge of guard is coming unglued. Has a finish blemish on back. Has a minor dip to top around sound hole but it is not bad. Guitar is ... more

1959 Framus "Billy Lorento" 5 / 120 Electric Archtop owned by Bill Lawrence !

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

$4995

This circa 1959 Framus Billy Lorento 5 / 120 Archtop Electric Guitar features a stunning sunburst finish, designed by the legendary Billy Lorento, also known as Bill Lawrence after his move to the USA. The guitar is in very clean and original condition, showcasing the craftsmanship and design typical of this era. It comes complete with its original microphone-style cable and hard case, adding to its vintage authenticity. The Framus Billy Lorento 5 / 120 model is a remarkable piece of guitar ... more

Framus Nashville 74G Maple Jumbo Acoustic Guitar 70s

Blue Ridge, Georgia, 305**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

up for sale from my personal collection!

it??s hard to find anything about this specific model, but I can tell you I??ve owned Gibson and guild maple jumbos and this one stand up to, if not surpasses them

I can??t tell you 100% if the back and sides are solid or laminate, but they are beautiful either way

Plays great! Low like an electric and virtually buzz free

The seam on the back of the neck is a bit pronounced, but I??ve owned it for several ... more

Vintage Framus Hofner Guitar Floating Bridge for Project Upgrade

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$30

Vintage Framus Hofner Guitar Floating Bridge for Project Upgrade. As pictured. For Flattop guitar ONLY!!! Don't forget to check my other listings!!!... more

1969 Framus Apollo Bass ?? Vintage W German Short-Scale | Sunburst | All Original

Denver, Colorado, 802**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1099

1969 Framus Apollo Bass ?? Vintage West German Short-Scale | Sunburst | All Original
Here??s a gem from the golden age of West German guitar-making: a 1969 Framus Apollo Bass Jazz Master, built in the famous Framus factory in Bavaria. Known for their bold designs and exceptional craftsmanship, Framus instruments from this period combine European flair with unmistakable vintage tone??and this Apollo is a perfect example
The first thing you??ll notice is the gorgeous three-tone sunburst ... more

Framus Acoustic Guitar

Bakersfield, California, 933**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

Also comes with guitar case
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1966 Framus 5 / 51E Sunburst Hollowbody Archtop Electric Guitar

Benicia, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1249

If you're in the market for a fun and sophisticated vintage archtop small-bodied guitar, you definitely want to check out this Framus model 5 / 51e. This guitar is just a joy to play. The German engineered tremolo system is precise and extremely dialed in for the perfect vibrato. The overall guitar is simple, yet is super effective with the single pickup configuration. It has a 24 75 scale length with a 1 and 5 / 8 nut width. This guitar really brings joy to whoever plays it! Don't miss your ... more

Framus Star Bass String Guide Tailpiece Cover 1960s

Utica, New York, 135**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

Nice vintage condition. Includes original screws. Ships fully insured and packaged with care
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Framus D Series Diablo Progressive X, Electric Guitar

North Royalton, Ohio, 441**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$725