Vintage Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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 Ventura SG Style Electric Guitar ?? Purchased New in 1971 (All Original)

Emeryville, California, 946**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

Details
ConditionUsed - like newThis Ventura SG??style electric guitar was purchased new in 1971 and has remained completely original since. Built in Japan during the earliest wave of high??quality MIJ electric imports, it features the classic double??cutaway SG body, dual humbuckers, a tune??o??matic bridge with stopbar tailpiece, and a block??inlay fingerboard. The original bolt??on neck includes the stamped ??STEEL ADJUSTABLE NECK?? plate with its factory serial number indicating Matsumoku... more

1955 Fender Telecaster - SN 6903 - all original - Dealer refinished in '60 or so

Galva, Kansas, 674**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$20000

1955 Fender Telecaster. This guitar is all original, except that it was refinished at a dealer in California around 1960. I am including a hard case as it had no case when I acquired it. I had the guitar appraised by Gruhn Guitars in Nashville in 2008, and it was valued at $15, 000 00 at that time. I will include a copy of that in the sale. I did a setup on it and applied a new waterslide logo on the headstock, and it plays great. There is some wear on the fingerboard, but it doesn't affect the ... more

Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1963 Firebird I Used Mahogany w / Hard case

Addison, New York, 148**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$750

Neck Through. Planetary gear tuners like a Firebird is supposed to be. Excellent player. Pickup replaced with an EMG 81. Scratch above the pickup under the strings. Look at pictures.... more

Kramer Voyager Striker Series 1980's

Cape Coral, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

Kramer Voyager Striker Series. Crazy shaped guitar. Lots of dings and scratches on the pointy ends. Has original non-locking Floyd Rose bridge. I had to replace the switches and volume pot, but it all works now.
No case or gig bag. But I will wrap it in foam to protect it in shipping.
Please ask if you have any questions.... more

Cort Pro Custom Electric Guitar With Tremolo 1980

Nashville, Tennessee, 372**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$159

Shipping and handling overages refunded
Please examine photos in gallery to best judge cosmetic condition of guitar
It's 46 years of age but was kept well
The Cort Pro Custom Electric Guitar with DR new strings and Tremolo from 1980 is a vintage piece perfect for right-handed electric guitar players. Made with a solid basswood body and a maple neck, this guitar features 22 frets and a classic series design. With its Indonesian craftsmanship and 6-string configuration, ... more

Carvin Vintage Tweed Nomad Reverb AMP 12" speaker.

Federal Way, Washington, 980**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$475

The Carvin Vintage Tweed Nomad AMP 12" speaker is a high-quality, vintage-inspired guitar amplifier speaker that delivers powerful sound. With a brand name like Carvin, you can expect top-notch craftsmanship and performance. This amp features a single 12" speaker with a power output of 50W, making it ideal for guitarists and bass players looking for a versatile and reliable amplifier for their musical endeavors. Dual Cannel with a shared EQ for a seamless transition built in reverb and four L84 ... more

Used Gibson 1983 Gibson Challenger I with Gibson Chainsaw Case, Player's grade

Davis, California, 956**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$900

Used Gibson 1983 Gibson Challenger I with Gibson Chainsaw Case. Single pickup, bolt-on neck. One volume control and one tone control. Player'sgrade, overall good condition for both the guitar and case. Original silverfinish has faded to a greenish hue with extensive finish checking all over thebody, both front, back, and sides. Finish checking runs parallel to the lengthof the body and looks outstanding. Finish checking also on the neck. Thenatural finish checking on this example is what ... more

Gibson non Reverse Custom China Made Bass Guitar EMG Active Pickups USA??Ship

Monroe, North Carolina, 281**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1089

Up for your consideration, A well made COPY Of a Rare Gibbon non reverse thunderbird bass guitar. I have added New Gibson flatwound 105-45 Strings. Give the rosewood fretboard a lemon oil treatment and truss rod adjustment to the neck, aka setup. I installed New EMG Active Soap Bar pickups. Plus New Wood Knobs. And added Gibson truss rod cover plus Gibson foil pickguard badges and Silver strap locks. USA FedEx Insured shipping, 30 day buyer paid return shipping.

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Celestion Vintage 30 - 60W, 12" Guitar Speaker, 16 Ohms, V30

Smithfield, Utah, 843**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

The Celestion Vintage 30 is a 60W, 12" guitar speaker with an impedance of 16 ohms. Designed for performance venues, this model is suitable for guitarists looking for a high-quality, vintage sound. With its durable Celestion brand and unique style, this speaker is sure to deliver powerful and impressive sound for any guitar player.... more

Ibanez 1970's Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar #627 Made In Japan Martin D-18 Style

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 275**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Here's a vintage 1970's Ibanez Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Model no. 627 made in Japan, clearly styled after a Martin D-18. All solid woods. The top is tight grained spruce and the sides and back appear to be a quality mahogany. Has a rosewood fret-board and the frets don't show much wear. Neck is straight. Back of neck is smooth. Vintage-style tuners. Glossy finish
The interior label reads "Ibanez, Modelo no. 627 Made In Japan, Nagaya Japon " I've seen other examples of this model from the ... more

1962 Gibson Les Paul Jr With Original Parts

Winnfield, Louisiana, 714**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8000

Everything still works on this guitar. You can plug it in and play it. It has always been a collector piece for me. It was played in New Orleans in the French Quarter by the original owner and sold after his death to another collector, who sold it to me. All original parts as far as I can tell, and no refurbishment or repainting has been done to it.... more

1963 Fender Precision Bass P Bass Electric Guitar Vintage

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

$10000

The 1963 Fender Precision Bass P Bass Electric Guitar is a vintage classic from the renowned brand Fender. This right-handed electric guitar features a solid Alder body and a Maple neck with a Rosewood fretboard, known for its professional performance level. With its timeless design and high-quality materials, this Fender Precision Bass is a prized choice for musicians looking for a rich and resonant sound. This item was played by Jaco Pastorius.... more

vintage Stella Harmony acoustic guitar

Arkadelphia, Arkansas, 719**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

And pretty decent shape missing one string still a great vintage guitar ... more

Vintage Harmony Teisco Kawai Guitar Pickup 4 85k Parts Project

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$46

Vintage Harmony Teisco Kawai Guitar Pickup 4 85k Parts ProjectGood used shape, tested good, came off vintage harmony guitar Green and blue 5 " , red is about 2 5" lead wire.... more

1982 Fender Dan Smith Stratocaster 100% Original Excellent Condition

Stockton, California, 952**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4550

1982 Fender Dan Smith Stratocaster ?? 100% Original ?? Excellent to Near Mint Condition
Immaculate example of this 1982 Fender Dan Smith Stratocaster in Excellent to Near Mint condition. All original with no breaks , repairs or touch ups. Very little if any wear on Neck and Frets. At first glance body looks perfect. I had to get right up close in the light to find and took pictures of minor markings barely visable only on close inspection. I included pictures of even the slightest marks I ... more

1976 Gibson Marauder Guitar Neck Made in the USA

Maryville, Tennessee, 378**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$650

Collectors Value ($998 00 - $1065 00)
I took this neck off an Ugly Handmade Electric guitar and felt the neck is where the value is and decided to share it with the eBay world of Guitar Makers and Lutherans. It was found in an abandoned storage facility and most likely there for many years The Date stamped on the heel is Feb 14, 1976. I ask that you view all photos provided for your own evaluation and opinion. The Neck appears to be extremely straight. I'll through in the old Neck Plate ... more

Epiphone Uptown Kat ES Electric Guitar Sapphire Blue Metallic EC OO with case

Grove City, Ohio, 431**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$975

The Epiphone Uptown Kat ES Electric Guitar in Sapphire Blue Metallic is a high-quality, right-handed electric guitar with a 6-string configuration. It features a beautiful sapphire blue body color and an ebony fretboard with pearloid block inlays. This model, manufactured in China, has 22 medium jumbo frets and comes with an Epiphone hardshell case for protection. The Epiphone Uptown Kat ES is a versatile and stylish option for musicians looking for a reliable and great-sounding electric guitar.... more

Vintage early-1930s Dobro "Cyclops" resonator guitar Model 3206

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

$1185

Vintage early-1930s Dobro "Cyclops" resonator guitar, recognizable by its distinctive single central screen hole layout resembling an eye above the metal coverplate Features a black-finished body with a gold-tone metal resonator coverplate and tailpiece Incorporates a slotted headstock bearing the classic Dobro logo badge at the top Includes its original vintage hardshell case shown alongside the instrument
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Antique PARLOR GUITAR - Pat Jan 20 1886 - Lollipop Buttons - Wood All Around

Ashland, Ohio, 448**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$499

Antique PARLOR GUITAR. Pat date: Jan 20, 1886. Lollipop buttons. All wood construction. Overall very good
Shipping: Combined shipping costs for multiple purchases are based on actual total weight and your location. Tracking included.... more

Vintage Fender Stratocaster Since 1954 Metal Sign Made in USA

Millbrae, California, 940**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$117

Vintage Fender Stratocaster Since 1954 Metal Sign Made in USA
Great condition!
Size 16 x 12 5 inches... more