Vintage Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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VINTAGE 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 G guitars for sale

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Vtg Epiphone Newport Lefty Bass Guitar Original Tuner Tuning Peg Made in Japan

Sacramento, California, 958**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$60

You are Bidding on:
Bass Guitar Original Part
AS PICTURED
ALL contacts between bidders / buyers and seller must be made via EBAY MESSAGES ONLY
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Hagstrom 67 Viking II Gloss Black - Lightly Used - In Origonal Box

Addison, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$825

Tonewoods, Fit and Finish
The Viking II has a svelte body made from flamed Canadian maple. You can safely call it "sweet " ??the same type of tree is used to make maple syrup. The gloss finish highlights the beauty of this guitar
Viking II Neck Construction
If you're a fan of fast action, you'll be happy with this Hagstrom. The truss rod is made from a rigid, yet lightweight alloy, so the maple neck is both thin and strong. The fretboard is Resinator, a composite that's uniform in ... more

Vintage Freedom By SKB Hard Shell Acoustic Guitar Case for Dreadnought

Parker, Colorado, 801**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

The Vintage Freedom by SKB Hard Shell Acoustic Guitar Case is a durable and protective case designed specifically for a single acoustic guitar, specifically a dreadnought. Made in the United States, this black hard case provides a secure fit for your instrument while allowing for easy access and transportation. The SKB brand is known for producing high-quality cases that offer both protection and style for your acoustic guitar.... more

Aria Pro II PE-Royale see through emerald green

Saint Clair, Michigan, 480**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$599

Aria Pro II PE Royale in see through green. Absolutely stunning finish on an hard to find guitar. Excellent playing and sounding instrument. In very good condition. With the exception of one ding on the back side as shown in photos. Comes with factory hard shell case. Also in very good condition... more

Vintage Fender Early 1960??s Brown Tolex Hardshell Case Jazzmaster Jaguar

Fort Mill, South Carolina, 297**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1300

Vintage early 1960??s Fender brown Tolex Hardshell guitar case. Case should fit a Jazzmaster or Jaguar very comfortably by the dimensions I took as noted in the pictures. Obviously the case pocket was modified to the owners owns personal preference with the cut out. The brown Tolex is in fairly good condition over all and the case is structurally very sturdy. Two latches do need assistance opening as they don??t directly pop open which is very common for these vintage cases. Everything else ... more

Vintage 1957 Guild Aristocrat M-75 Sunburst With Good Hard Case

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5499

Vintage original 1957 Guild Aristocrat M-75 in original Sunburst finish
Guitar plays and sounds incredible. Super warm and tuneful
Neck is nice and straight with a fantastic vintage feel. It plays great with a good low action all the way up and down
Guitar is all original with the exception of two custom made Lindy Frailin pickups. They sound just like the originals, warm and fat and punchy with a real classic and organic tone. The bridge saddle has also been replaced with a ... more

vintage 1956 gibson truss rod cover for J200 byrdland L5 1959 1960 1957 ces l5c

Smithfield, Rhode Island, 029**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$399

from RetroGuitarParts vintage guitars + parts
"Jazz and Archtop Specialist "
click on "see other items" to check out our many other vintage and Gibson parts
From my private collection . this is a TRC I have had for decades .kind of thinning the herd of parts a bit. This is a 1956 TRC removed from a 56 L5-ces, but also correct for J200 and Byrdland. It shows some normal relic wear, a few string scratches .but is in strong structural condition and has a fantastic ... more

set Hagstrom gold tuners Viking II 67 guitar

Warren, Pennsylvania, 163**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$53

Up for sale is a set of Hagstrom Viking II 67 guitar tuners. Gold, clean, include screws.... more

Ibanez Guitar A / E F18E. Beautiful Dark Violin Burst Woodgrain. Soft Case Incl

Canoga Park, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$900

Crafted for both beauty and sound, the Ibanez A / E F18E guitar features a stunning dark violin burst woodgrain that sets it apart from the crowd. A mahogany body coupled with a rosewood fretboard and neck delivers a rich, warm tone that is both robust and articulate. This acoustic-electric guitar is designed with a hollow body type, 6-string configuration, and 21 frets, providing ample space for playing versatility and comfort
The guitar also comes with a handy strap and picks, ensuring ... more

Orlando Guitar MODEL# 303 1960's Natural Finish Acoustic Guitar MADE IN JAPAN A1

Northridge, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$260

Orlando Guitar MODEL# 303 1960's Natural Finish Acoustic Guitar MADE IN JAPAN A1
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Kurosawa Hakuba W-182 Japan Acoustic Guitar

Huntington, Indiana, 467**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$349

For sale is a Kurosawa Hakuba W-182 Japan Acoustic Guitar in Very Good Condition!
Just cleaned, restrung and ready to go!
Case: N / A
Scale Length: 25 "
Nut Width: 1 7 "
Fret Wear: 7 / 10
Action at 12F (6th): 7 / 64 "
Action at 12F (1st): 5 / 64 "
Weight: 3lbs 13oz
Overall Condition: 8 / 10
Sound Factor: 11 out of 10
USA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for
more rare Japanese Guitars and other ... more

Fender Musicmaster 1978 Black Short Scale Vintage Electric Guitar FREE SHIPPING

Charlotte, North Carolina, 282**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1595

Dave's Guitars Charlotte is proud to offer another vintage Fender offset??this time, a shortscale Musicmaster with tons of mojo in classic Black??and for those looking for vintage Fender tone and playability, look no further!
These retro, funky hipster guitars have been attracting a lot of attention recently and are still very affordable to players of all budgets. Original case and electronics??what more could you want?
This Musicmaster reeks playability. Smooth, fast neck and fretboard ... more

VINTAGE 1960's GIBSON FALCON GUITAR AMP -W ORIGINAL COVER- LOCAL PICKUP ONLY

Hanover, Pennsylvania, 173**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$600

ONE USED MINT GOOD LOOKING 1960'S GIBSON FALCON GUITAR AMPLIFIER. HAS NOT BEEN USED FOR OVER 10 YEARS BUT PLAYED WELL AT THAT TIME NO GUARANTEE OF FUNCTION- NO DOUBTS BUT NO GUARANTEE-OK'
WONDERFUL FOR LOOKS OR USAGE FOR THAT VINTAGE TUBE SOUND. THIS EVEN HAS ITS ORIGINAL FACTORY GIBSON CORRECT COVER.
LOCAL PICKUP ONLY... more

Rare Vintage 1990's LANEY Linebacker Reverb PL65 Guitar Combo Amplifier Pro Amp

Wilsonville, Oregon, 970**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

This is a Rare Vintage 1990's LANEY Linebacker Reverb PL65 Guitar Combo Amplifier Pro Amp. It is in good condition and works great. Weighs almost 45 pounts. Free returns and money back guarantee
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1968 Hondo electric guitar

Kensington, Maryland, 208**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$600

This vintage Hondo electric guitar from 1968 is sure to impress any musician or collector. With its beige body color and SingleCut model, this right-handed instrument is perfect for playing a variety of music styles. Its brand and series, Hondo Vintage, add to the unique and classic appeal of this electric guitar. Ideal for guitarists of all levels, this electric guitar is a must-have for any collection. It's perfect for gigs, recording sessions, or just jamming out with friends. Don't miss out ... more

Vintage Peavey Combo 115 Bass Amplifier 15" Speaker Amp Made USA Casters Black

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

$100

Brand: Peavey Electronics
Model: Combo 115 bass amplification combo amp with built-in 15-inch speaker
Type: Solid-state bass guitar combo amplifier with integrated speaker cabinet and heavy-duty metal front grille
Color: Black cabinet with textured tolex-style covering and red / black control panel graphics
Front panel controls and I / O: Active and passive inputs, input select switch, pre gain and contour controls, bright switch, tuner send, balanced low Z line out with post / ... more

1960's Vintage Black Vinyl Short Scale Bass Guitar Gig Bag Case

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

$125

This listing is for a cool and rare Vintage 1960's Black Vinyl Short Scale Bass Guitar Gig Bag Case. This Unbranded gig bag case is very rare and cool and retro. The case is black vinyl and for a bass guitar. The case is made in the old style so it only snaps on the bottom of the case and has no strap or zipper
The case likely went with a UK or European made bass guitar. The case is approximately 43" inches long and has a 14 5" lower bout
The bass will fit many short scale models. The ... more

MUSIC FIRST® Canvas 21" Soprano Vintage style ??Strawberry FlowersR

San Bernardino, CA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$39

MUSIC FIRST® Canvas 21" Soprano Vintage style “Strawberry Flowers”, Ukulele Bag Ukulele Case Ukulele Cover, New Arrial, Original Design (21 inch Soprano, Strawberry Flowers)
Product Details
Size: 21 inch Soprano
Color: Strawberry Flowers
Brand: MUSIC FIRST
MPN: WSDM044STRAWBERRYFLOWERS-21
UPC: Does not apply
EAN: Does not apply
Item Weight: 12 7 ounces... more

Vintage Fender Sidekick 10 Guitar Amp Made In Japan 8?? RS

Manchester, Connecticut, 060**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

Vintage Fender Sidekick 10 Guitar Amp Made In Japan 8?? RS
Everything / Only what is shown is included. Any purchased item can be picked up at:
Silas Deane Pawn 395 BROAD STREETMANCHESTER, CT 06040
Please notify us on all pick up orders so it doesn't get shipped by accident. Shipping charges will be refunded when picked up.
We will always combined shipping for you. Be sure to add the items to your cart and purchase all items together, we will then only charge you the actual ... more

Epiphone by Gibson PJ Bass + SKB Hard Case (Late ?80s / Early ?90s?)

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

$425

Vintage Epiphone by Gibson 4-string bass with Precision / Jazz pickup configuration. Made in Korea, late ?80s to early ?90s. Solid condition, plays great. No visible serial ?? typical for this era
Includes a SKB hard shell molded case ($70??$80 value) ?? durable & secure.... more