Rickenbacker Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

Vintage Rickenbacker 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 Rose-Morris advertisements; 4 adverts covering a period of 3 years, from 1964 to 1967. Click the images to have a closer look.

Rickenbacker 1996 - Todays Most Sensational Guitar Sound

Todays Most Sensational Guitar Sound
Rickenbacker 1996 - 1964

Rickenbacker 1996 - Rickenbacker The Beatle Backer

Rickenbacker The Beatle Backer
Rickenbacker 1996 - 1965

Rickenbacker Twelve Strings - Now A New Dimension In Sound! Twelve Strings

Now A New Dimension In Sound! Twelve Strings
Rickenbacker Twelve Strings - 1967

Eko Guitars - Keep in Touch With the Sounds of Today

Keep in Touch With the Sounds of Today
Eko Guitars - 1967

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 Rickenbacker guitars for sale

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1979 Rickenbacker 4001 Bass White with RARE original CHECKERBOARD BINDING!!!

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

$4390

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1979 Rickenbacker 4001 in its original White finish with factory checkerboard binding. It's very rare to see anything other than a Doubleneck from this period of time with this checkerboard purfling / binding. The clear coat finish has turned very yellow and a previous owner removed most of the clear coat from the top of the body, bringing out the exposed white color of the paint from underneath the clear coat. ... more

Rickenbacker 325V64 Short-Scale Electric Guitar JetGlo - Vintage 1984

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

$2998

VINTAGE - This vintage 1984 325V64 is a one-owner collector guitar, that??s in great condition, it plays and sounds great, and has its original 80??s era black rickenbacker hardshell case, and all original case candy. The 325V64 model was Rickenbacker??s earlier reissue of John Lennon??s famous 325 that he played during the height of Beatlemania. Complete with semi-hollow Maple body, three vintage-style pickups, and Accent Vibrato. This guitar is a must have for any Beatle fan!
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1959 Rickenbacker 340 Capri - Rare 2" Full-Body (Rossmeisl Carve) ?? Natural

Camas, Washington, 986**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5500

1959 Rickenbacker 340 Capri - Rare 2" Full-Body (Rossmeisl Carve) ?? Natural
Up for sale is a legendary piece of Rickenbacker history with an exceptional backstory: a genuine 1959 Rickenbacker 340 Capri in Natural finish. This instrument represents the "Golden Era" of Rickenbacker craftsmanship, featuring the highly coveted 2-inch "Full Body" thickness with the hand-carved top contours executed during the Roger Rossmeisl era
Provenance, History & The Mark Sampson Connection
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2022 Rickenbacker 350V63 Liverpool Fireglo Electric Guitar OHSC USA

Portland, Maine, 041**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

2022 Rickenbacker 350V63 Liverpool Fireglo Electric Guitar OHSC USA
Description : Offered for sale is a beautiful 2022 Rickenbacker 350V63 Liverpool finished in the iconic Fireglo sunburst and complete with its original silver Rickenbacker hard shell case. Serial number 22 41691 dates production to the 41st week of 2022 (October 2022). The 350V63 Liverpool is part of Rickenbacker's highly regarded Vintage Reissue Series, faithfully recreating one of the company's most recognizable solid-body... more

Vintage GEM (Rickenbacker) Model TR7 Guitar Amplifier Amp Combo w / 10?? Speaker

Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, 082**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Vintage GEM (Rickenbacker) Model TR7 Guitar Amplifier Amp Combo w / 10?? Speaker

Made in California!

Tested and works. Good vintage condition. Could use a better cleaning than I gave it.

17?? across x 15 5?? tall x 8?? deep.

Comes with the wires shown in the images.

Please review all the pictures and let me know if you have any questions.

Due to the nature of vintage electronics it is being sold as is.
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1988 Rickenbacker 4003S Bass Jetglo BT Black Trim / Hardware

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

$2390

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1988 Rickenbacker 4003S BT (Black Trim) in its original Jetglo finish. It has a great playing neck with good frets. The original tailpiece is included, but the end had lifted from string tension and it was replaced with a Hipshot tailpiece. The neck position pickup is newer than the bass along with the more modern Rickenbacker wiring assembly with the push / pull Vintage Tone Selector. A bezel has been added ... more

1965 Rickenbacker "Electro" M-8 E tube amplifier with original Jensen P8-U

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

$590

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1960 Rickenbacker "Electro" M-8 E tube amplifier in its original covering and with its original Jensen 8" speaker. There is some wear, but it is in good shape and in great working condition
We are happy to ship internationally
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VINTAGE 1978 RICKENBACKER 4001 BASS BRIDGE / SADDLE ASSMBLY

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 554**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$110

VINTAGE 1978 RICKENBACKER BASS BRIDGE / SADDLE ASSEMBLY. VERY NICE CONDITION. A GREAT RESTORATION PIECE. PLEASE NO OFFERS, TRADES OR RETURNS. ASK QUESTIONS. CONUS SHIPPING ONLY, BUT NO P O. BOX SHIP. $$$$$PAYPAL ONLY$$$$$ I USE USPS PRIORITY MAIL SMALL BOX FOR SAFETY AND RELIABILITY. THX!... more

Stunning Vintage 1970 Rickenbacker 381 Fireglow w / Original Case RARE FREE SHIP

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

$8800

I am selling a gorgeous 1970 Rickenbacker 381 w / 2 original, fantastic-sounding early hi-gain pickups (this model & these pickups were first introduced in 1969), lovely German-carved body and vibrant fireglow finish. All original, no touch-ups. This is the real deal, not one of the later re-issues from the late '80s-'90s, and quite rare, especially in this condition. Very clean with only minor signs of use / wear. The photos represent the guitar very accurately. Comes with bridge cover and... more

1967 Rickenbacker 345 Jetglo

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

$7190

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1967 Rickenbacker 345 in its original Jetglo finish. It has a good playing neck with great frets. It's all original with the exception of the replaced larger pickguard. It is also 100% complete along with its original hardshell case (one hinge on the handle is damaged). This 345 is in very good condition with some minor nicks + dings and other cosmetic wear. Everything remains structurally sound with no cracks, ... more

Rickenbacker 360 / 12 1982 100% Original Mapleglo Finish (396)

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

$3300

Up for sale is a beautiful 1982 Rickenbacker 360 / 12 in the classic Mapleglo finish. This is the sound ?? that unmistakable Rickenbacker 12-string chime, jangle, and shimmer that defined countless classic records
This one is 100% original and in very good condition with typical honest play wear for its age. It has been well cared for and remains very clean overall. The frets show little to no wear, and it plays and sounds fantastic
The Mapleglo finish really shows off the natural beauty... more

Rickenbacker 360 1966 100% Original RARE Van Ghent Tuners (399)

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

$5000

Up for sale is a 1966 Rickenbacker 360 with loads of vintage mojo and killer tone. This is a 100% original example featuring the rare Van Ghent tuners, strong original pickups, and all the classic Rickenbacker chime you could want
The pickups are strong and sound fantastic ?? bright, clear, and jangly with that unmistakable vintage Rick character. The truss rod functions perfectly, and the guitar plays great. It appears to possibly have had a professional refret at some point, though it is ... more

Rickenbacker set from their museum 1960s / 80s w / sequential serial #s 370 365 375

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

$19500

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this set of Rickenbacker guitars that were purchased directly from their museum during the 1980s. The guitars themselves were built and finished in the 1960s, then completed by Rickenbacker in the '80s with mostly the parts that were current stock at that time. The Fireglo 365 was built in 1967 while the 370 and 375 were built in 1968. They all have checkerboard binding. They were all given sequential serial numbers ... more

Vintage Rickenbacker TR7 Electric Guitar Amp w / 10" Fender Speaker

Kunkletown, Pennsylvania, 180**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

Tested and sounding good
Sold as-is due to age.... more

1967 Rickenbacker 335 Jetglo

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

$3890

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1967 Rickenbacker 335 in its original Jetglo finish. It is featured on page 149 in the Rickenbacker Guitars book by Martin and Paul Kelly. It has a good playing neck with worn, but good frets. The 3rd fret was originally installed at the factory with a very slight slant. There is a little bit of fret buzz on the low E on that 3rd fret. It's all original and 100% complete along with its original hardshell case ... more

Vintage Rickenbacker Electro Electric Lap Steel Guitar 6-String W / Case

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

$1450

Vintage Rickenbacker Electro Electric Lap Steel Guitar 6-String One knob is broken. Easily replaceable W / Case 100% original with no changes or repairs. Includes the original case. Great condition. Everything works as it should. Will ship FedEx ground fully insured with tracking shipping to the lower 48 states only. No Alaska Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam or PO boxes international shipping provided by ebay Global
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1986 Rickenbacker SHADOW BASS Jetglo 4003 BT with CHECKERBOARD BINDING!!!

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

$6490

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1986 Rickenbacker 4003 Shadow Bass in its original Jetglo finish with checkerboard binding, black dot inlays, black binding and black hardware. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original with the exception of a reproduction pickguard and a later Rickenbacker hardshell case which has just a little bit of exterior damage. It's in very good condition with only some very minor nicks + dings and ... more

1963 Rickenbacker 625

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10900

1963 Rickenbacker 625, Rare guitar! Gorgeous Fireglo finish, Earliest version we have ever encountered, Pre-crushed sparkle triangle inlays, Two toaster pickups, Patent Applied For ??Accent?? Vibrato, Original deluxe Van Ghent tuners, Sets up great! Clean condition with Original Hard Case. 1963 Rickenbacker 625, Rare guitar! Gorgeous Fireglo finish, Earliest version we have ever encountered, Pre-crushed sparkle triangle inlays, Two toaster pickups, Patent Applied For ??Accent?? Vibrato, Sets up ... more

Used Rickenbacker 1966 Model 335 Mapleglo w / Case

Winchester, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5000

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Rickenbacker 320 Fireglo 1981 Electric Guitar W / Case

Whitesboro, New York, 134**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2919

Very nice condition 1981 Rickenbacker 320 Shortscale Electric guitar. Frets are good, electronics are clean and dual truss rod system is working as it should. Set up and ready to go. Looks to be all original. Original case, cloth and booklet included.
Scale Length:20 3 / 4 "
Fingerboard Material:Rosewood
Neck Material:Maple
Electronics:Original; Rickenbacker "toaster" single coil pickups (middle and bridge pickup are wired together in parallel), 3-way selector switch, two volume, ... more