Mosrite Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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Mosrite amplifiers - 1968

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
Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox

Vintage Mosrite guitars for sale

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Mosrite Joe Maphis 12-String Electric 1966 - Natural

Peekskill, New York, 105**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1995

This is a vintage 1966 Mosrite Joe Maphis Mark XII with a Natural finish. Mosrite had a long relationship with Joe Maphis, a country guitarist known for his flashy, virtuosic style. Maphis was eventually given his own model, which has a lot in common with the Mosrite "Combo " , but instead has no F-holes. This 12-string version is semi-hollow, and streamlines the model a bit further, subbing the ubiquitous Mosrite vibrato system with a fixed tailpiece. It has the famous, comfortable, thin ... more

1976 Mosrite Brass Rail Guitar

Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, 183**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4995

Super rare 1976 Mosrite Brass Rail electric guitar. Dual pickup with Mosley vibrato tailpiece. Maple neck with brass rail down the middle. Grover tuning machines. Was fully restored by Bob Shade of Hallmark Guitars years ago and refinished in metallic red. This is the best playing Mosrite I??ve come across and is hard to put down. There isn??t a ton of info online about these, but I believe production numbers were under 100. Comes with hardshell case
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1965 Mosrite Ventures Model Vintage Electric Guitar, Ink Blue w / Case & Strap

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

$6000

Up for sale, a 1965 Mosrite Ventures Model in excellent condition, finished in Ink Blue and complete with the original hardshell case and Mosrite-branded strap. The most popular and enduring instrument produced by the Bakersfield, CA-based Mosrite company, the Ventures model was a joint venture between Mosrite founder Semie Moseley and the band The Ventures. While there have been a fair share of reissues and copies over the decades, nothing compares to the elegance and dynamic responsiveness of ... more

1960s Mosrite Ventures Model Vintage Guitar Sunburst w / Moseley, Case

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

$4500

Up for sale, a 1960s Mosrite Ventures Model in excellent condition, complete with a hardshell case. A very unique amalgamation of Mosrite features, this Ventures Model was ostensibly sent back to the Mosrite factory around 1970 for repair work of some sort. Semie Moseley was notorious for "updating" guitars sent in for repair to the latest feature set, so while the body is emblematic of a Ventures Model circa 1966, the neck has headstock appointments circa 1970 (most notably retaining the ... more

1959 MOSRITE (Pre Ventures) Double Neck - Set Neck - Side Jack -Real Vibramute

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

$30000

Rare, Rare, Rare!

This is the actual guitar - not a copy!

Original American Made 1959 Mosrite pre- Ventures Model

Octave over six

Set neck
Side Jack
Real Vibramute - with muting bar !
Bound Body

Hand made by Semi Mosley himself in 1959
One of 4 ever made
One of only 2 now known in existence

This is the real thing ?? not a Japanese copy
Complete with case

100% original

Please ... more

1960??s MOSRITE Original Slab Body Mark II - Just Like Johnny Ramone??s Guitar

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

$22500

Rare, Rare, Rare!

This is the actual guitar - not a copy!

Original Red American Made 1960??s Mosrite Ventures II Model - slab body

Just like Johnny Ramone??s Guitar

The HOLY GRAIL !
Yup ?? this is it!
With original case

This is the real thing ?? not a Japanese copy
Complete with case

100% original

Please see my other auctions

Note:
I have sold Mosrite guitars to actual members... more

1962 MOSRITE Pre Ventures ( Joe Maphis ) - Set Neck - Side Jack -Real Vibramute

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

$25000

Rare, Rare, Rare!

This is the actual guitar - not a copy!

Original American Made 1962 Mosrite pre- Ventures Model ( Joe Maphis )

Set neck
Side Jack
Real Vibramute - with muting bar !
Bound Body

This is the real thing ?? not a Japanese copy
Complete with case

100% original

Please see my other auctions

Note:
I have sold Mosrite guitars to actual members of the Ventures

Local pick up ... more

1963 MOSRITE VENTURES MODEL GUITAR - Set Neck - Side Jack - Vibramute - SN 0204

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

$20000

Rare, Rare, Rare!

This is the actual guitar - not a copy!

Original American Made 1963 Mosrite Ventures Model

Set neck
Side Jack
Vibramute
Large Logo
Bound Body

SN 0204

This is the real thing ?? not a Japanese copy
Complete with case

100% original

Please see my other auctions

Note:
I have sold Mosrite guitars to actual members of the Ventures

Local pick up or I will box... more

NOS Book ??Vintage Mosrite?? - Rare, Japan Print, Collector??s Find

Huntington Station, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$99

Up for sale is a New Old Stock book titled ??Vintage Mosrite, ?? a rare and comprehensive guide for any Mosrite enthusiast or collector. This book, printed in Japan, delves into the rich history of Mosrite guitars, showcasing various years, colors, and configurations

As a collector??s item, this book is not just informative but also a piece of memorabilia, capturing the essence of Mosrite??s legacy in the world of guitars. It??s a must-have for anyone deeply interested in vintage ... more

1966 Mosrite Celebrity III 12 String 3-12SB Electric Guitar Sunburst Original

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

$2300

Vintage USA
1966 Mosrite Celebrity III 12 String 3-12SB Electric Guitar
Original Sunburst Finish
All Original, Repair Free & In Excellent Condition Overall
With Non Original TKL Hard Case
No Issues
Weighs 7 Pounds, 5 Ounces
If you're seeing something of concern not described below, please ask
Condition Description:
This Vintage 1966 Mosrite Celebrity III 12 String is an all original player and is in excellent vintage condition overall for a 57 year old vintage ... more

Vintage 1960s Mosrite CelebrityGuitar Body

Staten Island, New York, 103**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

Vintage 1960s Mosrite CelebrityGuitar Body in very good condition no cracks or breaks color is unfaded there are a few nics but nothing major Please look at all pics and feel free to ask any ? Thanks... more

1960??s Mosrite Ventures Mark V | Electric Guitar | Authentic Vintage Guitar

Hudsonville, Michigan, 494**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5980

Feel free to do your research, this guitar has its history!

This vintage Mosrite Ventures Mark V guitar is the perfect addition to any guitar collection. With its iconic 1960??s Ventures model design, it's sure to catch the eye of any guitar enthusiast.

Crafted in the United States and featuring a solid body, 6 string configuration, a right-handed dexterity, and its wonderful vibramate this guitar is a true masterpiece! The brand's reputation for quality is ... more

MOSRITE GOSPEL Guitar hollow body guitar circa 1967

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2749

This is a super rare, Gospel guitar made circa 1967 by Mosrite in California, USA. (This is the second Gospel Guitar made of this model!) It is a beautiful, symmetrical, double cutaway, fully bound, hollow body instrument. The features include a natural blond finish, a maple body, two single coil pickups, two bound f-holes, an adjustable metal bridge with individually adjustable saddles, a die cast Moseley tremolo tailpiece, two metal strap pins, a tortoise shell pickguard and another tortoise ... more

1964 Mosrite California Venture V2 Body / Neck Project

Lubbock, Texas, 794**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

1964 Mosrite California Venture V2 Body / Neck Project==Obviously it??s been stripped of the original finish and unfortunately the pickups were dead==Serial number is 0404==Ships worldwide==
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Firstman Mosrite Avenger 1960s MIJ guitar

Hendersonville, North Carolina, 287**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$899

I bought this as a projectBoth pickups produce sound. The volume pot cuts out, but functions at full volume. Tone and switch work. One pickup needs a screw. The frets are flat, I have read it is common for these. The neck needs adjustment. Nut needs glued. In general good condition for age. I don't know if the "USA" or Avenger decal is original or not, I have read this may be a MIJ Firstman which copied Mosrite. I believe all Avengers were. They sell for significantly more than I am asking ... more

Mosrite Semi Hollow body guitar

Joshua, Texas, 760**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2995

I did some research but cant seem to find this model of a Mosrite anywhere I was told it may be a gospel model but not sure The body is thicker than a celebrity model The body is 2-1 / 2" thick and the widest part is 16-3 / 4" wide It has a tremelo and the pickups say Mosrite of California on the top of them The head stock says Mosrite of California by Semi Mosrite The serial number is in the fretboard 1c0048 I am assuming this is late 60s or early 70s but not sure This guitar is in great shape... more

1966 Mosrite Celebrity With Vibrato Low Serial Number W / Victoria luggageCo Case

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

$1850

1966 Mosrite Celebrity With Vibrato Low Serial Number. This guitar sounds and plays great. The action is actually very low for a guitar of this age. There's lots of finish checking. No cracks are through there just in the finish. Missing the original pickguard. Other than that, everything functions as it should. Includes the original Victoria luggage co. hard shell case. The tolex on the outside of the case is peeling but it is a very solid case. And will ship FedEx ground fully insured ... more

Mosrite Mark V Guitar 1960s(?) B1547

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

$5000

unsightly (unless wanting aged / worn look)
NICE playing
Most Likely 1960's
MOSRITE MARK V
Parallel Pickups
Shipping in US via Priority Mail Insured with
USPS Tracking to PayPal Confirmed address
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5000 00
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Mosrite Fillmore USA Blueburst AMERICAN STANDARD MARK I AS 1964-Vibramute

Fairfield, Connecticut, 068**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2900

Mosrite Fillmore USA Blueburst AMERICAN STANDARD MARK I AS 1964-Vibramute
What is pictured is the actual item(s) you are bidding on No stock photos for me! I take all of my
photos personally!
Listed is a Mosrite Fillmore USA Mark I 1964 reissue in a very rare blueburst. Great feeling guitar and gorgeous finish (body - back & front, neck, and headstock done in blueburst. Having the Vibramute makes this guitar that more special . The detail / specs (i e. smooth knobs) are ... more

Mosrite Joe Maphis Double-neck 1966 EX

Ghezzano, 56***, ITALY

€4500

Mosrite Joe Maphis Double-neck 1966 EX.... more