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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Vintage 70's Sakai (Teisco-ish) Made In Japan Recco Guitar

Montrose, Colorado, 814**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

The Vintage 70's Sakai (Teisco-ish) Made In Japan Recco Guitar is a classic electric guitar, right-handed, solid body with three single coil pickups. It features a rosewood fretboard, tremolo bridge (missing bar) 6 string configuration, and a retro vintage aesthetic. This guitar is perfect for musicians looking for a unique and authentic instrument with a touch of nostalgia from the 70's era. Made in Japan and bearing similarities to Teisco branding, this electric guitar offers a distinctive ... more

1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass Rare Slotted Head w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!

Racine, Wisconsin, 534**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3995

1968 Gibson EB-0 Bass w / Original Case (EXC ) Stunning!!. Slotted headstock with original Gibson tuners!! Perfect for the collector!! This bass is in exceptional condition and so is the original case!! You will not find one in better condition!! Simply amazing!! Has new strings and comes with a beautiful vintage ??Made in Mexico?? leather strap!! Everything 100% original!! Thanks for looking!!
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Eko acoustic Guitar bolt on Neck READ DETAILS

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

$135

I am not certain of what model acoustic guitar this neck is from, possibly a Ranger in the 1960's -70's era The body is in another listing. New frets were installed, but they have not been levelled. Also, a zero fret will need to be fitted. The truss rod nut turns as intended. From a visual check on both sides of the neck, it looks straight. Ask questions if you need more information before buying, as this is being sold as is in the category for parts not working. It will require some work to be... more

Gibson Les Paul Bridge Nashville Explorer Black ES Guitar Parts SG Project PW RD

Caldwell, New Jersey, 070**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

Gibson Gear Galore / Platinum Collectibles Worldwide
Celebrating close to two decades in the eBay Community!

You are invited to bid on the Genuine Gibson Tune-o-matic Bridge pictured above
One OEM used Nashville Style Bridge. Pre-Cut Saddles with Mounting Studs included. Not available from Gibson. Color is Black. Part # PBBR-070.
PW ( Ping Works ) stamped on reverse. Removed from a Gibson Limited Edition Firebird Copper Electric Guitar. Specific to ... more

Vintage Aria Acoustic AW-75 BSB Guitar Black With Case

Erie, Pennsylvania, 165**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$176

Used. Guitar has wear and some scratches. It has all strings. Case has wear and scratches. Edge of the case have cracks and damage. Please see pictures for details and condition.
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VINTAGE 1981 Sunburst Gibson Victory Artist Series 4 String Bass Guitar w / Case

Interlochen, Michigan, 496**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1620

Vintage 1981 Gibson Victory Artist Series 4-String Bass Guitar ?? Sunburst Finish ?? w / Original Case & Manual
Up for sale is a rare vintage 1981 Gibson Victory Artist Series bass guitar in a beautiful sunburst finish. This model was part of Gibson??s early ??80s ??Victory?? line, designed for versatility and modern tone
Year / Model: 1981 Gibson Victory Artist Series (4-string)
Finish: Classic Sunburst
Pickups: Professionally upgraded with custom EMG pickups (not original) ... more

1977 Oxford 12L6-12 Pro Reverb 12???? Speaker Ceramic Magnet Vintage #71

Honolulu, Hawaii, 968**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$165

#71 1977 Oxford 12L6-12
12?? Speaker Ceramic Magnet
8 Ohm
Musical Instrument Speaker
Made in USA
This medium sized magnet speaker was removed from a Fender Pro Reverb amplifier that I have sold but can also be used in a Deluxe Reverb. This speaker has been used but there is no coil rub or rips in the cone. A previous owner most likely had this speaker re-coned.
We use a Klein multimeter to show conductance on the voice coil integrity.
Speaker Code
081810
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70s Japanese Bass With Gibson Logo

Trenton, New Jersey, 086**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$549

70s Japanese Bass With Gibson Logo. Neck does not have truss rod / adjustable truss rod. Features Shin-ei cap on tone knobs. Recently setup with a fret dress and new nut. Added modern Hipshot Ultralite tuners
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Vintage Fender Super Showman Soild State Pre-Amplifier SS-1000 Head

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

$550

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1978 Gibson ES 175D Natual Electric Guitar. Cleanest one ever, pro setup.

Walnut Creek, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8700

Super clean, mint condition, crafted with precision, hard case included, the 1978 Gibson ES 175D Natural Electric Guitar stands as a testament to classic craftsmanship and enduring quality. Its elegant natural finish highlights the guitar's timeless design, complemented by the distinctive Gibson ES series features. This six-string marvel is an embodiment of the rich heritage and skilled artisanship Gibson is renowned for The ES 175D model boasts a sleek body color that allows for unrestricted ... more

Vintage Fender DeVille 212 Tube Guitar Amplifier PICKUP NJ

Toms River, New Jersey, 087**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

Up For Sale Today:
Vintage Fender DeVille 212 Tube Guitar Amplifier
Amp is pre-owned, shows some wear from age and use ( scuffs, scratches as well as a repair to side ( see pictures)
Amp works 100%
Please see pictures for more detail
This amp is available for Local Pickup Only!
NJ 08753
Our Policy:
MAKE SURE YOU READ THIS
· We will only ship to the address you used when checking out. Make sure you change or update your shipping address before you pay. Do ... more

1970's Gibson ES-355TD Soundhole Label NEW OLD STOCK !

Madison, Wisconsin, 537**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$129

FROM AN ORIGINAL GIBSON KALAMAZOO EMPLOYEE
REAL DEAL-NOT REPRODUCTION
1970's Gibson ES-355TD Soundhole Label
NEW OLD STOCK !
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Adam Levine Maroon 5 Signed Black Strat - JSA COA S12568RR

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

$1200

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Vintage Harmony 400A Tube Guitar Amp ?? 50C5 / 12AU6 / 35R4 ?? Lo-Fi Blues Tone ??

Buffalo, New York, 142**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400

Vintage Harmony 400A Guitar Amplifier
This is a fully working Harmony 400A, a super cool low-watt tube guitar amp from the 1950s??60s. It runs a single-ended tube circuit with the following tubes:
50C5 (power)
12AU6 (preamp)
35R4 (rectifier)
Estimated at ~ 3??5 watts, this amp is not very loud, making it perfect for practice, harmonica, or mic??d recording. It delivers classic, warm lo-fi breakup, especially with single-coil pickups
Features:
Original small speaker ... more

Pre-Owned Epiphone 1963 Firebird I - Inverness Green with Hard Shell Case

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

$1000

Epiphone 1964 Firebird I - Inverness Green with Hard Shell Case
Epiphone 1964 Firebird I: A Vintage Icon Reimagined
The Epiphone 1964 Firebird I is a stunning recreation of the iconic guitar designed by legendary automotive designer Ray Dietrich. Created in collaboration with Gibson Custom, this model faithfully replicates the original 1963 Firebird I, offering vintage specifications and design elements that made the Firebird a favorite among legendary musicians like Johnny Winter, Keith... more

1987 Yamaha SG3000 Custom Vintage Neck Through Guitar w / Spinex, Flight Case

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

$3700

Up for sale, a 1987 Yamaha SG3000 Custom in near-mint, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original flight case. The top-tier model in Yamaha??s SG family, the SG3000 features ornate abalone fretboard inlay and top binding framing the gloss Metallic Black finish, loaded with a pair of Spinex humbuckers
An incredibly well-crafted, soulful, and powerful-sounding instrument boasting neck-through construction, the SG3000 lives up its reputation of being a "Les... more

1966 Guild Starfire IV Sunburst Finish Vintage Electric Guitar w / OHSC

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2495

1966 Guild Starfire IV

In Good Overall Condition

Shows Playwear Throughout

Sunburst Finish

Semi-Hollow Body

Nut Width Measures 1 67"

Neck Depth Measures .83" At The 1st, .95" At The 12th
Frets Are In Very Good Condition
Binding In The Cutaways Is Separating Slightly

Headstock Veneer Is Separating Slightly In One Corner

G-String Tuner Is Missing ... more

Hammond AO-10F Vintage Tube Organ Amplifier Hi-Fi / Guitar Amp Project c. 1950s

North Hollywood, California, 916**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$165

Vintage Hammond AO-10F organ tube preamp in good condition. Taken from a 1950s-era Hammond organ, this amp is perfect to replace your defective organ amp or as a guitar or hi-fi amplifier conversion project
This amp shows some cosmetic wear and tear throughout (see photos). Pulled from a functional organ; sold as-is. Tubes and other accessories / parts not included
* Feel free to reach out directly for an accurate shipping quote, especially if you're ordering from outside the US
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PGN #50 Stainless Steel Roller Chain - 10 Feet + 2 Free Connecting Links - #5

San Bernardino, CA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$104

PGN #50 Stainless Steel Roller Chain - 10 Feet + 2 Free Connecting Links - #50SS - Stainless Steel Chain - 191 Links
Product Details
Load Capacity: 4 98E+3 lbf Brand: PGN Bearings Item Pitch: 0 63 Teeth per Inch Material: Stainless Steel Plate Thickness: 0 08 Inches Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 9 x 1 inches; 7 01 Pounds Item model number ‏ : ‎ PGN-RC-#50SS / 10FT Date First ... more

1963 Danelectro Pro 1 Guitar

Springville, New York, 141**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1199

Excellent condition with some wear on the upper side. Plays and sounds great. Weighs 5 pounds 5 4 ounces. Includes modern used hard case that shows some wear. Free shipping. Please email questions.
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