Kramer Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

KRAMER | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Kramer advertisements; 3 adverts covering a period of 2 years, from 1977 to 1979. Click the images to have a closer look.

Kramer Guitars - Kramer Sticks its Neck Out to Give You the Perfect Instrument

Kramer Sticks its Neck Out to Give You the Perfect Instrument
Kramer Guitars - 1977

Kramer DMZ 2000 - Kramer In Concert With Uriah Heep

Kramer In Concert With Uriah Heep
Kramer DMZ 2000 - 1979

Kramers Best!
Kramer DMZ 6000G - 1979

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 Kramer guitars for sale

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Kramer The Duke Bass Electric Bass with Hard Case

Iron River, Wisconsin, 548**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$700

this bass is in good shape but does have blemishes and dings. I have personally gigged this bass before and it plays and sounds great. it is a 30" short scale with the selectable pickup. this is an aluminum bolt on neck. the case still works but is a little rough around the edges as shown in photos.... more

1980??s Kramer Striker 200ST Ride The Lightning

Tobyhanna, Pennsylvania, 184**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$375

1980??s Kramer Striker 200ST Ride The Lightning Metallica Cover Theme Airbrushed with electric chair at jack. Has dings but plays and sound great. Needs locking nuts and tension bar which are about 10 dollars combined
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Vintage Kramer guitar gig bag

Naperville, Illinois, 605**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$99

Vintage Kramer guitar gig bag
Used but in good condition, especially for the age
Please see pictures for details
If you have any questions, please ask
Thanks for looking.... more

1980 Kramer 650B

Long Beach, California, 908**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4000

1980 Kramer Aluminum Neck DMZ-1000 Guitar in Excellent Condition Near New Condition
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1980's Kramer - Focus 6000 Electric Guitar -Black- Made In Japan - Excellent

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1299

ALL ORIGINAL MIJ 1980's KRAMER FOCUS 6000. In excellent condition. Few dents and one paint chips See Photo. First owner, barely used. Click on photo for close up viewing as this is the actual item and its condition. Comes with a hard case.... more

L @ @ K - 1984 Kramer Baretta Candy Apple Red w / matching Headstock - L @ @ K

Poway, California, 920**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4433

Kramer Baretta in Candy Apple Red From 1984 early D serial number D2434
Aside from a tiny nick on the tip of the headstock this guitar is in exceptionally clean condition. (SEE PICS) Some mild flames on the neck - R5 NutFrets are in fine condition. Great player that sounds wicked. Ships in a Nice Hard Shell Case with trem arm
See my feedback .. i am the packmasterI will use Fedex or UPS (my choice)
Shipping and Handling $159 in the continental USAI ship usually within 24 hours when i ... more

Vintage 1980??s Kramer American Pacer Refinished W / Halen Paint Design And Case

Columbus, Ohio, 432**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1900

Vintage Kramer Pacer that someone refinished in a Halen color scheme from his first guitar. Even has a quarter from 1971 ha. Someone had fun making this guitar and did a good job making it look like Eddie??s. All electronics work fine and comes with a nice case, guitar strap, and extra tremolo blocks for the strings.

Fun guitar with a classic look. Panama!!!
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Vintage 1980s Kramer Focus 3000 Black Electric Guitar w / Harmony Case

Plainview, New York, 118**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1300

This is the Vintage 1980s Kramer Focus 3000 Black Electric Guitar 25 5" scale length. 1-5 / 8" nut width. 8 lbs 10 oz .79 " - 89" 1st to 12th fret neck depth The alder body here is midweight, for focused mids Grabbing up that tone are a trio of pickups- a humbucker and dual single coils The HSS setup enables all of your favorite tones- from warm Les Paul chunk to Strat cleans The switch is a coil tap for the hum, so you can get some cool bridge cleans as well Overdriven, the bridge pickup has ... more

1980s Kramer XL7 Bass

Ellenton, Florida, 342**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

This 1980s Kramer XL7 Bass is a solid-body electric bass guitar that is perfect for right-handed players. It has a 4-string configuration and is made by the brand Kramer. The model is XL7, which is a great choice for those looking for a high-quality bass guitar The body type is solid, which provides a comfortable and stable playing experience. The guitar is perfect for those who are looking for a bass guitar that can handle any musical genre. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, ... more

Kramer DMZ 1000 Electric Guitar 1978

Utica, New York, 135**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1800

Such a sweet guitar. In great shape. Sounds and plays incredible. When I got the guitar, the neck pickup had been swapped fairly sloppily and it was out of phase in the middle. I installed a vintage dimarzio humbucker and cleaned up the solder job to the wiring harness. It now sounds incredible and the original bridge pickup and the changed but vintage neck pickup match well. The mounting ring and screws for the neck pickup are original but the pickup and height adjustment screws are not. The ... more

Kramer 450g 1976 vintage

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

$3000

This Kramer has fantastic playability, and it has been polished and re-fret with brand new frets by our master luthier so there is zero fret wear or buzzing
Plays like butter. Sounds just fantastic,
I was hesitating whether keep it or sell
If no one wants it . I will keep it. It is 8 13lb very light compare to other same Kramer model
Finish: Natural
Strings: 6 String
Year: 1976
Made In: United States
Body Shape: Double Cutaway
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Kramer The Duke Bass Guitar 1980s - Cream

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

$900

Kramer The Duke Bass Guitar 1980s - CreamHas Scratches From Normal UseHas Paint Chip on NeckFunctions GreatColor: CreamStrings: 4Comes With Original Brown Hard CaseComes as SeenView Images for Visual Description
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1980's Kramer - Focus 6000 Electric Guitar -Black- Made In Japan W / Case

Zanesville, Ohio, 437**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$895

The 1980's Kramer Focus 6000 Electric Guitar in black is a vintage gem made in Japan, featuring a solid body, 6-string configuration, and 22 frets. With its classic design and right-handed orientation, this electric guitar is perfect for musicians looking to rock out with a piece of music history. The Kramer brand is known for quality instruments, and this model is sure to deliver the tone and playability that any guitarist would appreciate. Plus, it comes with a protective case to keep it in ... more

1980 Kramer??s Aluminum Neck XL-98 Stereo Bass Guitar maroon

Long Beach, California, 908**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2650

Saving the best for last, I??ve depleted my collection, but I kept the best Guitars once these guitars are sold you??ll be hard-pressed to find one of them again in this condition Guitar and case you won??t find anything better. This guitar and case is near perfect condition. It??s like a time capsule unplayed for years

If you want a guitar that sounds totally different from anything else. This is the guitar you want and people will look at you in a different way

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Kramer DMZ-4000 Bass Guitar Aluminum Neck 1978 Natural All Original W / HSC

Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1400

Vintage 1978
USA Kramer DMZ-4000 Aluminum Neck Bass Guitar
Natural
All Original Guitar
With Non Original Hard Case Pictured
Scale: 34 "
Nut Width: 1 56" Measured With My Caliper
Neck Specs: .835@1st Fret, .934@12th
Weighs: 10 Pounds, 15 Ounces
There are lots of pics, so when you receive it, its exactly what you expected, if not better. No surprises with this sale . Buy with confidence!
Here's The Run Down:
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Kramer HSH - Black MIJ Electric Guitar

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

$899

For sale is a Kramer HSH - Black MIJ Electric Guitar in Excellent Condition!
Just cleaned, restrung and set up with low action! The guitar sounds incredible!
Listed as HSH because the neck is a hotrail. The pickups sound incredible and build quality top notch!
Case: Soft
Scale Length: 25 "
Nut Width: 1 66 "
Fret Wear: 9 5 / 10
Action at 12F (6th): 4 / 64 "
Action at 12F (1st): 4 / 64 "
Weight: 7lbs 11oz
Overall Condition: 9 / 10
Cool Factor: 11 out... more

vintage Kramer Hard Shell Guitar or Bass Case ?? 45 1 / 2" x 16 1 / 2"

Daytona Beach, Florida, 321**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Here is a vintage Kramer Hard Shell Guitar or Bass Case, not sure which, interior usable dimensions are approx. 45 1 / 2" x 16 1 / 2 " , all latches work, interior is nice, outside of case shows average wear and tear, buyer pays $50 shipping in the lower 48. Thanks!
TERMS: THE PHOTOS ARE PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. That's why they are included. A picture is worth a thousand words. So please study the photos and FULLY read the listing description. Understand and agree with terms ... more

1980 Kramer??s Aluminum Neck XL-9 Bass Guitar

Long Beach, California, 908**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3500

1980 Kramer XL-9 Aluminum Neck Bass Guitar in Excellent Condition Near New Condition
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1980's Kramer St 605 Electric Guitar -Black- Made In Japan - Black

Lebanon, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1100

Used in working conditions original .
The case in fair condition
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1983-84 Matsumoku Era Kramer Japan Focus Model Guitar Chrome Neckplate

Ontario, California, 917**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$40

1983-84 Made in Japan Kramer Focus Model Electric Guitar Chrome Narrow Neck Plate. Good condition. Includes original mounting screws. These were the very first early production neckplates that came equipped on the Focus Guitars made at the Matsumoku factory in Japan. Later on, they were using the Kramer Banana logo neckplates with serial number engraved
Center to center screw hole distance - 1 1 / 4" x 2 "

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