Orange Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

ORANGE | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Orange advertisements; 2 adverts covering a period of 1 years, from 1970 to 1971. Click the images to have a closer look.

Orange Music
Orange Amplifiers - 1970

Orange
Orange Amplifiers - 1971

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 Orange guitars for sale

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1955 Gretsch Model 6130 Roundup Orange Stain with original case

Doylestown, Pennsylvania, 189**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$28000

Weight: 8 LBS
Serial # 16737
542 date code on the pots=42nd week of 1955
all original late 1955- early 1956 Gretsch 6130 Roundup
maybe one or 2 screws not orig, everything else all good
frets and neck are excellent
plays like a dream
bigbsy has comm on mod - tab is removed so the bar moves around freely
the black strip around the case is loose
overall a dream guitar
original pickguard had a gassing off spot which was filled and stabilized
it looks very ... view on ebay

Gretsch 6120 1958 Orange Hollow Body Electric Guitar Bigsby F-Holes 26942

Prior Lake, Minnesota, 553**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$14350

Gretsch 6120 1958 Orange Hollow Body Electric Guitar Bigsby F-Holes 26942
Early 58', comes with period correct case and original bar bridge. Tuners are replaced with Locking Tuners. This guitar is a players guitar, slimmer neck. For more photos message us.... view on ebay

1957 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Orange Finish Electric Guitar w / OHSC

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$9995

This Is Located At Our Brick'n'Mortar Store in San Diego, CA
1957 Gretsch 6120 Original Finish
In Very Good Overall Condition - Small Nicks And Scratches - Wear That Is Consistent For A Guitar From 1957
This Is A Player Guitar - With A Few Changed Bits
Non-Original Patent Pending Grover Tuning Machines
Non-Original Bigsby Style Trem
Non-Original Nut
Refretted - Frets Are In Very Good Condition
This Guitar Has Had A Neck Reset
Pots Appear To Be Original
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1980 Pedulla EMS 4-String Bass Orange

Syracuse, New York, 132**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$7500

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Vintage Gibson ES-345 Collector Grade 1970 Orange Label Cherry Red FREE SHIPPING

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

$6900

I am selling a pristine 1970 orange label Gibson ES-345 that is easily the cleanest on the market and plays as nice as it looks. This example has been expertly re-wired from stereo to mono (in order to be playable through a single amp, essentially turning it into an ES-335), so Varitone knob is bypassed (this was a $500 modification). The guitar comes with complete original Varitone wiring harness, so can be converted back to original stereo if preferred. Just a super clean, amazing sounding, ... view on ebay

1959 Gretsch 6022 Rancher ??︎ Hillbilly Jumbo ??︎ Gretsch Orange (Natural Amber)

Murrieta, California, 925**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6895

1959 Gretsch Model 6022 Rancher "Hillbilly Jumbo" ?? Natural / Amber
Up for grabs is an absolute powerhouse of mid-century American guitar history: a 1959 Gretsch Model 6022 Rancher, straight out of the legendary Brooklyn, New York factory. Known affectionately as the "Hillbilly Jumbo, " this model is the definitive visual and sonic anchor of the golden-era country, western, and rockabilly movements
If you are looking for a sterile, delicate parlor guitar to gently fingerpick in a quiet... view on ebay

VINTAGE 1961 GRETSCH G6022 RANCHER - ORANGE WESTERN HILLBILLY JUMBO-OHSC-RARE

Murrieta, California, 925**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6895

1961 Gretsch G6022
" THE RANCHER JUMBO "
This 1961 Gretsch G6022 Rancher is an absolute powerhouse of Western music history. Known affectionately as the "Hillbilly Jumbo, " this Brooklyn-built legend features the iconic Gretsch Orange finish and a vibe that instantly transports you to the golden era of rockabilly and country. It delivers that signature Gretsch snap with a deep, resonant projection that modern reissues simply cannot match. With a 25 5" scale length, solid spruce top, and ... view on ebay

1964 Gretsch Chet Atkins 6120 Nashville Western Orange with HANG TAG

Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6490

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1965 Gretsch 6120 Nashville in its original Western Orange finish. It has a good playing neck with great frets. It's all original and 100% complete along with its original hardshell case and matching hang tag. It's in very good condition with minor nicks + dings and other cosmetic wear. There's a near invisible "ghost" label with the previous owner's name on the back of the headstock that is only visible under a ... view on ebay

Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Hollowbody Thinline 1962 - Western Orange

Brooklyn, New York, 112**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4499

Here we have an awesome vintage Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins from 1962! This guitar is in very good condition overall
Features include a hollow maple body, maple neck, ebony fingerboard, thumbprint neoclassic inlays, simulated f-holes and back pad. It has a Bigsby vibrato tailpiece with a smooth bar bridge, ebony bridge base and string mute. It's loaded with a set of Filter'tron pickups
This one is in very good shape with light dings, faint scratches and light wear over its surface. The ... view on ebay

Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Hollowbody Double-Cut Western Orange - Vintage 1967

Fairport, New York, 144**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4300

VINTAGE - This Gretsch 6120 is a great playing and sounding example of the famous Gretsch 6120 guitar. It is the beautiful original Gretsch Western Orange lacquer finish, with the original Gretsch Filter ?Tron pickups, electronics, and tuners. A Gibson Tune-O-Matic bridge was installed in the early 70s so the guitar would intonate properly (the original Gretsch bar bridge is included). It is fitted with a replacement Gretsch pickguard as the original was crack and is included.
This is a ... view on ebay

RARE 1990 Gibson Chet Atkins Tennessean Sunrise Orange stamped PROTOTYPE

Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4190

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1990 Gibson PROTOTYPE Chet Atkins Tennessean in Sunrise Orange. The back of the headstock has the factory "ORIGINAL Gibson PROTOTYPE" stamp in the wood. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original and 100% complete along with the original hardshell case. It's in very good condition with some dark spots in the binding on the back upper treble bout edge of the body and other very minor cosmetic ... view on ebay

1969 Gibson ES-150 DW Orange Label Dotted i Gibson Logo (A-31)

Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4000

For your consideration is this 1969 Gibson ES-150 DW in a Sunburst finish. Overall the guitar is in Very Good condition. The original pickups sound great and give you a smooth full sound. Playability is excellent with low action & light fret wear All Original but Grover Tuners added. Orange Label. Dotted i Gibson Logo. Buckle rash on back
Comes with the original case as shown. (A-31)
Weight: 6lb 15oz | Nut 1 56 0 83 | 12th 1 98 0 99
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1970 Orange Matamp SL-100 Slave Amplifier w / GEC KT88 Quad, Ormat

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

$3000

Up for sale, a circa 1970 Orange Matamp SL-100 Slave Amplifier in excellent condition and in perfect working order, loaded with a quad of vintage UK-made GEC KT88s. Orange famously began as a London used gear shop (the first of its kind) until, in 1968, founder Cliff Cooper decided to begin producing his own proprietary line of amplifiers, largely due to difficulties in acquiring stock and a deal he had cut with Fleetwood Mac to provide the band with equipment for an upcoming tour. He turned to ... view on ebay

Gretsch G6120SSU Brian Setzer Nashville Orange Used Maple Body w / Hard Case

New Albany, Ohio, 430**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2899

The Gretsch G6120SSU Brian Setzer Nashville is a right-handed electric guitar with a hollow maple body in an orange color. It features a 6-string configuration and comes with a hard case. This model is part of the Nashville series and is associated with the Gretsch brand
Condition: MINT... view on ebay

1964 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins Orange

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

$2699

Up for sale is a killer 1964 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins in its original Gretsch Orange finish. The 6120 is a quintessential guitar in the Gretsch lineup and this particular example sounds and plays amazing! Entirely original less a pro refret, foam missing on the bridge mute and a set of aftermarket tuners. Biding is in good shape and shows no real signs of rot or deterioration. Lovely vintage Gretsch at the price point of a modern 6120. How about that!
Weight: 8lbs. 0oz
Pro setup in... view on ebay

Vintage 1972 / 73 Orange Or80 Combo Amp

Utica, Ohio, 430**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

The Vintage 1972 / 73 Orange Or80 Combo Amp is a classic guitar amplifier made by Orange in the United Kingdom. This combo amp features two channels and two speakers, delivering 80 watts of power suitable for electric guitars. With an impedance of 8 / 16, this amp is perfect for creating that iconic vintage sound with its vacuum tube amplifier technology. It is a sought-after piece for musicians looking to add a unique and powerful tone to their music recently serviced tube and volume pot ... view on ebay

Vintage 1972 / 73 Orange Or80 Combo Amp

Utica, Ohio, 430**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

Vintage 1983 Gibson Corvus II, Tangerine Orange, USA, w / HSC

Redwood City, California, 940**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2499

Gibson Vintage 1983 Corvus II, Tangerine Orange, USA, Hardshell Case, S / N 82913719
A wonderfully unconventional piece of Gibson history, the short-lived Corvus II combines genuine early-'80s Gibson oddball appeal with a striking Tangerine Orange finish and a design that is impossible to mistake for anything else
Introduced in the early 1980s, the Gibson Corvus represents one of the company's most adventurous departures from its traditional guitar designs. Named after the Latin word for ... view on ebay

Framus Caravelle Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar - Custom Orange w / Rigid Gig Bag

Rochester, New York, 146**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2195

Music Lovers Shoppe is not an authorized retailer for this product as it's on consignment. Our instruments are ??Certified Inspected?? In addition, Shipping insurance is included with this purchase to protect against damage during shipping
Due to rising costs on goods and increased fees associated with online selling platforms, our product pricing may be adjusted accordingly. However, MLS remains committed to being competitively priced. Thank You for Supporting Local and Shopping ... view on ebay

Gretsch Professional Collection Nashville Hollow Body - Orange Stain

Clifton Park, New York, 120**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2100

The Gretsch Professional Collection Nashville Hollowbody brings forth signature Gretsch character with modern performance capabilities. Built on the legacy of the legendary 6120 Nashville, this instrument features flagship pickups and electronics engineered for dynamic, versatile tone. Delivers exceptional control and reliability for professional and serious amateurs alike
SN: JT24072507Weight: 7lbs 9 8ozFinish: Orange StainYear: 2024Laminated Maple HollowbodyMaple NeckEbony Fingerboard12" ... view on ebay