Kimbara Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

KIMBARA | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Kimbara guitar advertisements. See also the advertising for Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, Fletcher, Coppock & Newman, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Kramer, Leslie, Marshall, Martin, Music Man, Ovation, Rickenbacker, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer, Vox, WEM, Yamaha

Vintage Fletcher, Coppock and Newman advertisements; 9 adverts covering a period of 5 years, from 1973 to 1978. Click the images to have a closer look.

Kimbara Acoustics - SETTLE for the BEST...

SETTLE for the BEST...
Kimbara Acoustics - 1973

Kimbara Acoustics - Two Great Guitar Names...

Two Great Guitar Names...
Kimbara Acoustics - 1974

Kimbara N120 - Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics

Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics
Kimbara N120 - 1975

Kimbara N121 - Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics

Power Packed Pick-Ups on Kimbara Electrics
Kimbara N121 - 1975

Kimbara N115 - Kimbara - Classic Folk Jumbos Electrics

Kimbara - Classic Folk Jumbos Electrics
Kimbara N115 - 1976

Kimbara N116 - Electric Country Rock Classic

Electric Country Rock Classic
Kimbara N116 - 1977

Kimbara N141 - Kimbara. The Choice of the Maestro

Kimbara. The Choice of the Maestro
Kimbara N141 - 1977

Kimbara 181/V - Kimbara. Exclusive new models

Kimbara. Exclusive new models
Kimbara 181/V - 1978

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 Kimbara guitars for sale

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Kimbara 12 String Guitar Acoustic 1978 Japan FCN-London Very good condition

Bures, CO8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£220

Kimbara 12 String Acoustic GuitarOriginal 1978 model no. N147Japan FCN-London
Very good condition Owned since new
Complete with strap
Collection only.... more

Kimbara FY2 Fuzz FX Pedal - 2nd Hand

Sheffield, Yorkshire, S8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£219

Kimbara FY2 Fuzz FX Pedal - 2nd Hand Details:
Case / Box: Box Overall Condition: Very Good This is a previously loved item and as such may have signs of use. Please note that whilst we do our best to picture our 2nd hand and Ex demo items in detail it is not always possible to picture all marks, scratches, and blemishes on these items. This may be due to the reflective nature of the item or the finish. We do try to give a broad indication of the general condition in the ... more

Shin-Ei FY-2 Kimbara Fuzz - FREE NEXT DAY DELIVERY IN THE UK

Bath, Avon, BA1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£315

Shin-Ei FY-2 Kimbara Fuzz
IN VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION AND FULL WORKING ORDER
FREE NEXT DAY DELIVERY IN THE UK ON ALL ORDERS BEFORE 1PM MON-FRI
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING AVAILABLE
PLEASE SEE OTHER ITEMS FOR MORE VINTAGE AND MODERN GUITARS, PEDALS AND PARTS ITEM IS LISTED FOR SALE ELSEWHERE AND MAY BE REMOVED AT ANY TIME... more

Shin-ei FY2 Kimbara Fuzz Box Guitar Pedal

Bournemouth, BH6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£188

The legendary ?chainsaw?? fuzz as used by lots of big names. I??ve played lots of clones and the original has a presence and clarity to my ears that no modern pedal quite reaches. Really aggressive but somehow very musical at full tilt, roll back the guitar volume and you??ve got furry mellow stoner fuzz and synth-like bass. I love this pedal but I have another so this is spare. This one has been treated to fresh wiring, footswitch, pots (so it looks) and jacks. More reliable as the old 70s ... more

Kimbara 305 / X Acoustic Guitar 6-String Dreadnought Spruce RH Natural

Cheltenham, GL52***, UNITED KINGDOM

£157

Kimbara 305 / X Acoustic Guitar 6-String Dreadnought Spruce RH Natural... more

"Kimbara" Stratocaster electric guitar with Fender decals

Tavistock, PL19***, UNITED KINGDOM

£411

I bought this many years ago from ebay. It was described as a 1970's Kimbara Stratocaster with Fender decals; the decals and neck plate were added by the previous owner so I have no provenance as to its Kimbara origins, although it appears to be the same as other natural finish Kimbara strats I have seen advertised. These were built in the 1970s by Fujigen. It is very heavy for a Strat and has quite a few chips, scratches and marks on the body. It would appear that the tuners have been replaced ... more

Kimbara 29 / L Electro Acoustic Guitar Cutaway Natural Right 4 / 4 6string

St. Neots, PE19***, UNITED KINGDOM

£150

Hello and welcome to my listing

Beautiful guitar here as you can see by the listing.

Lovely tone and action

Its near on immaculate but has a few marks around but the worst part i cant get the sound to pick up. When you plug it in and turn the pots we get some signal crackles so i'm not sure if the bridge pick up has failed or a wire has come loose and i simply don't have time to rebuild or order parts.

If its been recommended to you ... more

1970s Kimbara Stratocaster Style Electric Guitar White MIJ Made in Japan Vintage

Southport, PR8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£369

Vintage 1970s Kimbara Stratocaster-style electric guitar finished in White and made in Japan
This is a genuine Japanese-built Kimbara from the classic era of MIJ guitar production. Featuring a traditional Strat-style configuration with three single-coil pickups, rosewood fingerboard, vintage tremolo bridge, and bolt-on maple neck, it delivers authentic vintage looks, feel, and tone
The guitar has aged naturally over the decades and now displays the kind of wear and character that players... more

Vintage Kimbara Classical Model 42 Guitar 1960 / 70s FCN London Made in Japan

Prescot, L34***, UNITED KINGDOM

£140

2 screws at the top need a bit of work on with any guitar people out there with the knowledge

This Vintage Kimbara Classical Model 42 Guitar is a rare gem for any guitar enthusiast. Made in Japan in the 1960s / 70s, this guitar is a true classic with a beautiful classical body type. It is a right-handed guitar and has a 6-string configuration, making it perfect for any type of music

The guitar is in excellent shape and has been well-maintained over the years. It has a ... more

Kimbara FCN-London Folk Acoustic Guitar Made in Japan No 30 Natural Pre-Owned

Knaresborough, HG5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£159

Product Title : Kimbara FCN-London Folk Acoustic Guitar Made in Japan No 30 in Natural Gloss Pre-Owned Brand : Kimbara, Matsumoto Factory Type : Folk Sized Acoustic Guitar Year : Built sometime during the 1970's. Serial Number: None Country of Origin : Japan Colour: Natural Gloss Weight : 4 10lbs Case : None Accessories : None Playability: The action is a little higher than standard acoustics but that is due to its age and is common among guitars from this ... more

Guitare vintage folk Kimbara

Carquefou, 44***, FRANCE

€140

Vends guitare kimbara des années soixante-dix. La table présente quelques rayures et coups légers (voir photos). Les cases du haut présentent quelques traces d'usure. Il manque un bouton qui a été cassé au niveau du chevalet. Les mécaniques fonctionnent et sont en bon état. La guitare sonne encore très bien, joli son, a bien vieilli.... more

Vintage Kimbara Acoustic Guitar Model N105 Made In Japan FCN England & Soft Case

East Grinstead, RH19***, UNITED KINGDOM

£200

Vintage Kimbara Acoustic Guitar Model N105
Made In Japan for FCN England
& Black Soft Case with shoulder straps and handle, pockets
Really nice condition, please see all photos
Strings OK but best to replace
DPD Next Day
... more

Kimbara 12 String Acoustic Guitar - Model 72 - Early / Mid 70??s

Middlesbrough, TS4***, UNITED KINGDOM

£209

Fantastic Japanese 12 string from the 1970??s. Restrung recently - selling as it doesn??t get played enough.... more

Kimbara Acoustic Guitar 6-String Dreadnought Right-Handed Natural Wood

Wallasey, CH45***, UNITED KINGDOM

£71

Kimbara Acoustic Guitar 6-String Dreadnought Right-Handed Natural Wood... more

Kimbara 6-String Acoustic Guitar Full Size with Gig Bag

London, SW2***, UNITED KINGDOM

£70

English brand Kimbara Model 23T full sized dreadnought guitar, in a matt finish. A lovely rich sounding instrument, with a very smooth neck for easy movement
Other features include a rosewood fretboard, and a beautiful mahogany finish
The guitar has some cosmetic scratches on the back, a little ding on the binding at the front and long-term will need the bridge looking at due to historic damage from past ownership (all in photos)
Soft case included if wanted, as its collection only ... more

"Vintage Japanese Kimbara Classical Electro acoustic"

Twickenham, TW2***, UNITED KINGDOM

£250

The musicians looking to explore different styles and genres. Ideal for both beginners and experienced players, this vintage gem brings a touch of nostalgia and authenticity to any musical performance
Features
Youtube demo link
https: / / youtu be / GwiuOX6opyY?si=QqMrygGYLZIHVltc
In good cosmetic condition
Strong Solid Rubber Bridge
Neck is straight
Genuine Alnico V powerful Humbucker Pickup
1Vx1T Chrome Dome Controls
Input Jack
3Ply Custom designed and cut ... more

Kimbara FY-2 Shin-ei Companion Fuzz Box Vintage

Bodmin, PL30***, UNITED KINGDOM

£379

Kimbara FY-2 Shin-ei Companion Fuzz Box Vintage
Superb Vintage late 60s early 70s Japan Kimbara branded FY-2 Fuzzbox, Made by Shin-Ei Companion
Famous pedal users among others are:
- Colin Greenwood of Radiohead
- Dan Auerbach from the Black Keys
- William Reid of Jesus and Mary Chain
In perfect working order
All original (except battery clip) including the knobs which have usually been replaced
... more

Vintage Kimbara D-71 Acoustic Guitar ?? FCN Tonbridge Import ?? Good Condition

Henley-on-Thames, RG9***, UNITED KINGDOM

£172

This is a Kimbara D-71 dreadnought acoustic guitar imported by FCN Music of Tonbridge, England
I bought this faithful guitar about ten years and have used it as a home instrument. It is in good overall condition, with the usual signs of age and use that you would expect from an older guitar
The guitar has been stored carefully and remains structurally sound
A new set of D??Addario strings come with the guitar and will be included with the sale, although they have not yet been fitted ... more

1970??s Vintage Kimbara N121 MIJ Stratocaster + UPGRADES + Hard Case

Glasgow, G61***, UNITED KINGDOM

£568

1970s Vintage Kimbara N121 MIJ Stratocaster + UPGRADES + Hard Case
A Kimbara Made In Japan Strat is a vintage, Japanese-made electric guitar from the 1970s, typically produced in the Matsumoku factory, renowned for its excellent build quality and value. From the ?law suit?? era when these instruments were often considered superior to the Fender production models of the time
This is a real collectors item !
Kimbara was a brand that produced a range of musical instruments, including ... more

Kimbara Strat

Taunton, TA1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£364

The Kimbara Strat is a right-handed solid guitar model from the Classic series. Known for its quality craftsmanship and classic design, this Strat guitar is perfect for musicians looking for a reliable and versatile instrument. With the Kimbara brand reputation for producing high-quality guitars, the Strat model is sure to provide musicians with a great playing experience for a wide range of musical styles.... more