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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1984 Gibson Flying V Green Burst BB King Dick Dale Robin Trower Jimmie Vaughan

Webster, Pennsylvania, 150**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4500

Up for auction is one of my prized possessions. 1984 Gibson Flying V in Green Burst. I had it personally autographed by BB King, Robin Trower, Dick Dale, Jimmie Vaughan and Susan Tedeschi Trucks from concerts that I have attended
Very cool guitar.
Ask any questions before you bid. Zero of negative bidders must successfully contact me before placing any bids. Buyer to pay all shipping and handling costs. This will be determined after sale.... more

Vintage Cort Electric Bass Guitar 4-String Fiesta Gold Rare Finish 1980 Hard Cas

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

$600

The Vintage Cort Electric Bass Guitar in Fiesta Gold is a rare and unique find from 1980. With its 4-string design and precision model, this bass guitar is perfect for musicians looking for a classic sound and style. Manufactured by Cort, known for their quality instruments, this electric bass guitar is sure to impress with its distinctive finish and timeless design. Ideal for both vintage music enthusiasts and seasoned players, this hard case-protected piece is a must-have for any bass guitar ... more

1984 Washburn A5V -Japan- RARE BBR-Hot Series Vintage Electric Guitar- Red Bindi

Birmingham, Alabama, 352**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$998

1984 Washburn A-5V very rare BBR Hot series that was only made for one or two years--Very Cool Guitar--Black with Red / black binding and Red Dot markers--Washburn style Passive EMG Pickups sound like a Hot PAF reading 7 54 bridge and 7 55 neck both very balanced guitar has been played and does have some scratches / knicks / dings but nothing terrible--Just honest play wear--Just had recent set up with new strings, plays really nice--Low fast action--frets in great shape--Neck profile is a Full... more

Rare Washburn Lawsuit Model D15 M. Japan 1980 Acoustic Guitar With Case

Cincinnati, Ohio, 452**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1050

Washburn Martin copy of the d15m
With non orig case
She sounds and plays as good as she looks
Nice bottom end nice even mids and trebles
The neck on this one is perfect no frettware
Big tone
Great action, guitar is ready to jam. This acoustic plays just as well as a Martin D15 in my opinion
Bluegrass pickers grab this one
Martin style headstock
Looks feels and sounds good as new. New tuners +
New pickup installed: performance ready... more

1971 Japanese Serviceman Strat-Style Guitar Vietnam War Era MIJ F nder Clone

Kokomo, Indiana, 469**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$575

IMPORTANT: This is not an authentic Fender guitar
This is an early-1970s Japanese Serviceman Stratocaster-style clone, the type sold to U S. military personnel stationed in or passing through Japan during the Vietnam War era. These guitars are known for their unique history, hand-assembled construction, and mix of Japanese factory and workshop parts
If you??re looking for a piece of vintage MIJ guitar history with tons of character, this is it
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Alvarez 5014 Acoustic Guitar MIJ 1970s Vintage + Case Strings Books Strap

Mustang, Oklahoma, 730**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400

Alvarez 5014 Acoustic Guitar MIJ 1970s Vintage + Case Strings Books Strap. Condition is Used. Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.... more

Ensenada Acoustic Guitar WG66 - 1972

Naples, Florida, 341**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$99

Condition
Excellent
Description
Ensenada WG66 Westerner is a fantastic example of early-70s Japanese jumbo craftsmanship. It??s got the classic Western vibe??dual hummingbird-style pickguards, ornate rosette work, block inlays, and a bold jumbo body that delivers warm, boomy, open tone

Overall, it??s in very good vintage condition, showing only normal age-related cosmetic wear. Plays comfortably with good action and a nice, full voice

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1960??s Harmony Rocket H54 2 Pickup Red-Burst Hollow Body Thin Guitar

Boulder, Colorado, 803**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$475

1960??s Harmony Rocket H54 2 Pickup Red-Burst Hollow Body Thin Guitar
auction includes the guitar and hard case as shownnot certain of the case is original but it fits very nicelythis guitar has non-original parts, but is really great guitar, it sounds fantastic and plays perfectlythe tuners are now Grovers they work greatthe pickups look like Japanese or cheaper USA mini-humbuckers .not sure. but they sound very good, more clearer sound, bright missing the pick-guardother than that I ... more

1969 Vintage FENDER JAZZ BASS 4 String Guitar With Original Fender Hard Case

Arcanum, Ohio, 453**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4950

The 1969 Fender Jazz Bass Vintage 4 String Guitar is a professional-grade electric guitar with a classic brown solid body. It has a "born on" or made date of July 1969. This right-handed guitar, with 20 frets and, is 46 inches from top to bottom, is part of the Fender Jazz Bass series. It has an offset contour body. Made in the United States, this vintage model comes with the original Fender hard case. The guitar as well as the case has road wear. At the top of the guitar under the F where the ... more

1963 / 64 Pre CBS Spaghetti Logo L-Series Fender Strat Surf Blue Refin

Albuquerque, New Mexico, 871**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12000

This is a 1963-4 pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster from my collection. Needless to say, it's in Excellent Condition and it plays and sounds amazing smooth. It appears that the original color is white, and it's painted delphine blue with tortoise pickguard.
The story of this bad boy is amazing & mind blowing! It was almost midnight in 2008, when my phone rang. I saw that it was a fellow collector. I answer, "Tory, I need $Xk and get your arse here NOW!" I was like, "Mike, WTF?!" Mike, "Get here... more

Epiphone 1961 Les Paul SG Standard Electric Guitar w / Case - Cracks Next To Nut

Fort Wayne, Indiana, 468**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$255

For Repair
Solidbody Electric Guitar with Mahogany Body and Neck, Indian Laurel Fingerboard, and 2 Humbucking Pickups - Aged Sixties Cherry
There are cracks at both sides of the nut, stemming from the corners of the nut shelf; also present is finish contamination on the body, lower bass side. The guitar is currently playable and the electronics have been tested and are functional. It comes with a factory hard case in excellent condition. Packed in the manufacturer's box
We offer... more

Late 1950s Harmony Hollywood Archtop Guitar (Repair / Restoration)

Newport News, Virginia, 236**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$380

PLEASE LOOK AT PICTURES THOROUGHLY
This nearly 70 year old archtop shows plenty of bumps and bruises. The binding has separated in some sections, neck needs to be reset, and electronics will need repair (Just to name a few things that need to be addressed). However, this is a fantastic candidate for full restoration
One of the earliest in the Harmony Hollywood series, this is a true vintage classic deserving of a good home
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or ... more

Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Guitar with Case

Oakland, New Jersey, 074**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$178

63437 SIDL00309730 CP E3 - 25 00lbs

Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Guitar with Case

YOU ARE BIDDING ON AN Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom 1959 Les Paul Standard Guitar Iced Tea Burst with Case. STAND OR ANY ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES NOT INCLUDED. THE TRUSS ROD WORKS AND ALL ELECTRONICS WORK. NOTE: THERE ARE SEVERE NECK CRACKS EMANATING FROM BOTH SIDES OF THE NUT (SEE PICS). THERE ARE DINGS, SCUFF MARKS AND OTHER SIGNS OF WEAR AND USE THAT DO ... more

Vintage Marshall 1965A Lead 4x10 Guitar Speaker Cabinet 140W 8 Ohm England G10L

Arnold, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$600

Brand: Marshall
Model plate: Model 1965A LEAD 4x10 " , 140W R M.S , 8 ohms; Serial No: 8629
Made & Distributed by Jim Marshall Products Ltd, Bletchley, England
Type: Slant-front 4x10 guitar speaker cabinet
Speakers: 4x Celestion International G10L-35, 8Ω; Type No: 7354; labels note "For Marshall Products, Foxhall Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, England "
Total power handling: 140W (4 x 35W)
Features: Recessed side handles; top cup mounts; Marshall script logo; white piping; ... more

Vintage 2000amp American Bass Amplifier

Flint, Michigan, 485**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

This Old School Vintage American Bass VFL 120 1 SPL Amplifier is a classic and powerful mono amplifier. Rated at 2000W RMS at 1 ohm, this amplifier delivers high-quality sound and performance for car audio systems. It is in good working condition and has never been repaired. The case does have some scratches but not too bad.... more

40's? 50's? Vintage Flash-A-Call Tube Amp for Guitar / Harp Project - 2 X 6V6

Munster, Indiana, 463**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

40's? 50's? Vintage Flash-A-Call Tube Amp for Guitar / Harp Project. Tubes are 2) 6V6; 1) 6SC7; 1)6SJ7; 1) 5AR4. Includes tubes shown. Well made amp employs a nice eyelet board like Fender amps of the period. Works as it should and sounds great. The microphone Input has been converted to a 1 / 4 inch jack and wired directly to the preamp circuitry bypassing the intercom switch. A couple of capacitors have been replaced. Has some nice beefy transformers. Ready to be turned into a killer little ... more

Supro Valco Vintage Supreme Amplifier

Pittsburg, Kansas, 667**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$589

Vintage Supro by Valco Chicago IL.
My listing price is the lowest I can find on the Internet.
This is a very nice, clean example of a classic valve amp that helped shape many of the sounds we are all so familiar with. This amp is steeped in vintage tone.
Crisp, clean highs with a surprising bottom end. When cranked, all the grit and mid-push we're used to hearing on so many recordings. Has been recapped, 3-prong plug installed, speaker replaced with 10" Jensen special design & ... more

Vintage 60's Gibson Tube Reverb Echo EXTREMELY RARE Serviced Point to Point

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, 150**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$795

Extremely Rare 60's Gibson Reverb Echo / Tube Pre Amp Serviced Point to Point, Re-Capped, New Belt for the Oil Can Motor, Death Cap Replaced with Grounded Power Cord and More. (See Picture of Some of the Replaced Parts) Original Tubes tested fine This unit is highly sought after by collectors looking fo a unique piece of Music Hiistory. The effect for this unit is produced by the sound being channeled through a spinning Oil Can Reverb Echo is minimal and Super Clean !Killer Tube PreAmp for ... more

Vintage Gallien Krueger MB150S MicroBass Amplifier (Combo) w / new speaker

Mineola, New York, 115**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Gallien Krueger MB150S MicroBass Bass Guitar Amplifier Combo Amp is a powerful 150W amplifier designed specifically for bass guitars. With a single 1-channel design and a 4 Ohms impedance, this amplifier delivers clear and strong sound for bass players. The Gallien-Krueger brand ensures quality and reliability, making it an excellent choice for musicians looking to enhance their bass guitar playing experience. This compact combo amp is suitable for gigging musicians and small venues, providing a... more

Fender VibroChamp XD 5W Vintage Modified Tube Amplifier

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

$200

In good, working condition. Very little cosmetic wear. Great sounding amp at high or low volume with 16 voicings from clean to blues, rock to metal, and even an acoustic simulator (which is surprisingly good). Love this little amp, but can't take it where I'm moving
The Fender VibroChamp XD 5W Vintage Modified Tube Amplifier is a classic combo amplifier suitable for electric guitar players. With its 5W power output and hybrid amplifier technology, it delivers a warm and versatile sound ... more