Rickenbacker Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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RICKENBACKER | ADVERTISEMENTS

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Vintage Rickenbacker advertisements; 3 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

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 Rickenbacker guitars for sale

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1966 Rickenbacker 365

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

$7695

1967 Rickenbacker 365, Vivid Fireglo finish, Fantastic feeling neck, Two Toaster Top pickups, Shark fin inlays, Vibrola, Rick-O-Sound model, Sweet sounding, One owner, EC+, Original silver hard case.... more

1961 Rickenbacker Capri in AutumnGlo - Mint!!!

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

$8499

Up for sale is a 1961 Rickenbacker Capri with both a brand new custom fit G&G herringbone tweed case as well as the original case (if you're not interested in the original vintage case, please let me know and we'll work something out). This guitar was professionally refinished by Larry Davis, a well known Rickenbacker restorer and guitar refinisher, and is in the lovely color of Autumnglo. The guitar was completely overhauled and restored, including a small crack near the sound hole which ... more

Vintage Rickenbacker Guitar Servicing Instructions Single Sheet Circa 1970's

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

$35

This listing is for an Original-Vintage 1970's Rickenbacker Servicing Manual. This listing is for the single sheet as pictured. The sheet explains how to adjust the truss rod on a Rickenbacker electric guitar. This is a nice piece of case candy for a Rickenbacker guitar enthusiast. The sheet shows some wear and has been folded multiple times and has some wear around the edges.
Please check out the pictures and message us with any questions you may have
Thanks for looking, ,
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1982 Rickenbacker 360 / 12 WB OS Body 12-String Jetglo, Case & Tags

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

$4000

Up for sale, a 1982 Rickenbacker 360 / 12 WB OS in near-mint, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case, hangtags / paperwork, and case candy. This 360 / 12 boasts a gloss Jetglo finish framed on both sides by cream binding, hence the ??WB?? (with binding) model designation. This example also features the "OS" (Old Style) 360 body shape with pointed cutaways, and this visually distinct instrument was essentially the precursor to the... more

1971 Rickenbacker 331 Light Show Jetglo

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

$21599

Up for sale is an insanely cool and fairly rare 1971 Rickenbacker 331 Light Show in its original Jetglo finish. This guitar is a total show-stopper and is a current shop favorite. On top of being a wild looking guitar it sounds amazing and is safe to say it is a must have for any Rickenbacker collector. The light feature is fully functional and the original transformer is included and also fully functional. A period correct case is included that is a good fit, but does not appear original to the... more

1987 Rickenbacker 360 / 12 string TUXEDO rare #7 out of 12 made

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

$5190

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1987 Rickenbacker 360 / 12 Tuxedo. This is #7 out of only 12 made. It does not have the original certificate, but it is numbered. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original and 100% complete along with its original hardshell case. It's in very good condition with a few minor nicks + dings, some minor finish cracks, some finish cracked along the bass side of the neck joint and other cosmetic ... more

1959 Rickenbacker 365 Capri, Fire-Glo finish

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

$12795

1959Rickenbacker 365 Capri, Fire-glo finish, Two inches thick, Double bound body, Early stove knobs, Shark Fin Pearl inlay, Double Gold guard, Amazing soundingtoaster pickups, Missing vibrato arm, Refret, Lively player, Cool axe! VG+, Originalhard case.... more

366 / 12 vintage Rickenbacker convertible trem holder knob support 1966 1967 1968

Berkeley, California, 947**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$99

also listed elsewhere online
vintage 366 / 12 convertible trem holder piece / knob / holder / support
this came from a defunct 366 / 12 long ago and have been sitting in a box for YEARS... more

1975 Vintage Rickenbacker 430 Mahogany W / OHSC-Excellent!

Bigfork, Montana, 599**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1899

This listing is for a
1975 Rickenbacker 430 Mahogany W / OHSC
A really cool, older Ric in a model that you don't see every day!
This guitar is in very good to excellent condition. It shows a few tiny, minor marks, as you can see in the pictures, but it has never really been played
Neck is in great shape and there is no fret wear
The guitar is all original and comes with the original hard case as well
A great little collector's piece at a nice price point
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1966 Rickenbacker 375 Fireglo Vintage w Rick-O-Sound Accent Vibrato OHSC Stereo

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

$7000

What a rare (burgundy color) beauty I have the opportunity to offer! Much like the more common 330, this version, the 375 (the 7 meaning 3 pickups, the 5 meaning Vibrato) is the Deluxe, full sized (15in wide and 1 ½ in thick) thin body version of the 300 series semi-hollow. This vintage doll is 7 2lb and in excellent condition. The Toaster pickups have the classic Rick-o-sound stereo jacks and the bound back, deluxe tuners, crushed pearl shark-tooth inlays and original hard shell case included.... more

1977 Rickenbacker 481 Autumnglo

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

$4319

Up for sale is a cool and unique 1977 Rickenbacker 481 in its original Autumn-Glo finish. This example has original hardware, original Rickenbacker embossed pickups, a bolt on neck design and slanted frets. Overall in excellent condition less some finish wear and faint play wear. There is an ever so slight area of finish separation where the neck and fretboard meet on the bass and treble side of the neck located at the first fret. Pro setup in house and comes complete with a non original but ... more

1957 Rickenbacker Combo 900 Model Tulip Body Vintage Jetglo | 3 / 4 1000 400

Lee's Summit, Missouri, 640**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3899

1957 Rickenbacker Combo 1000 Tulip Body Vintage Jetglo
What a cool and very rare Rickenbacker Combo 900 in Black! This one features the Dearmond rectangular pickup, TV knobs, and 21 frets. 3 / 4 Scale. The guitar plays easy and sounds excellent. Nice and lightweight! Comes with original hardshell case! Check out our website for more photos and other important info!
Condition: Very good vintage condition. There are lots of scratches and light dings ... more

1940's Rickenbacker Electro Model B Lap Steel 2nd Gen Black w / OHSC

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

$1795

1940's Rickenbacker (Rickenbacher) Electro Model B Lap Steel
Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Small Break In Celluloid Plate As Shown
Some Cosmetic Surface Wear Visible Throughout
Original Tuners With Replaced Buttons
Second Generation 'War Time' Example, Pre-1945 Specs
Made In USA
String-Through Bakelite Body And Neck
Original 'Horseshoe' Pickup And Electronics
Tested And Fully Functional
Weighs 8lbs 4oz
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Rickenbacker 460 1960's - black

Fox River Grove, Illinois, 600**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5999

This is a previously owned Rickenbacker 460. Comes with hardshell case. Plenty of dings on this but fully functional. Missing one knob.... more

Rickenbacker 330 FG 6 String Electric Guitar - Red 1966

Colby, Kansas, 677**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5468

A very sweet old Ricky that??s been well taken care of over the last almost 60 years. A mild ??C?? neck with light fretwear makes it a joy to play. Has that classic Ricky rhythm sound! Comes with a new Gator hard shell case. Comes with strap locks.... more

Rickenbacker guitar 620 fireglo 1985 excellent cond.

Washington, District Of Columbia, 200**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1999

Fantastic condition, the bridge pickup is a custom wound humbucker, the original pickup is included. Case included
If shipping is higher than listed buyer responsible
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1967 Rickenbacker 366 / 12 6 / 12-string w / a Converter Comb 1 of a kind & Minty !

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8495

This is a very cool rare 1967 Rickenbacker 366 / 12 w / a factory 6 / 12 ??Comb Converter?? in 100% original condition and in perfect working order. This Rick features its famous, fabulous & rich Fireglo finish over some of the best figured maple used by Rickenbacker during this era if you were lucky enough to find one. Tonally, there??s nothing that can match the iconic jangle, chime, and shimmer of the Rickenbacker 12 string design, and there??s plenty of warmth and sonic variety available... more

1991 Rickenbacker 355JL John Lennon signature model Jetglo

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

$3190

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1991 Rickenbacker 355JL John Lennon signature model. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original with the only exception being two screws for the "D" tuning key where there are some small chips in the finish underneath the tuning key. It's also 100% complete along with its original hardshell case and certificate of authenticity. There are minor nicks + dings, a few minor finish cracks, some ... more

1966 Rickenbacker 365 Vintage Guitar Fireglo 100% Original w / Accent Vibrato

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

$5500

Up for sale, a 1966 Rickenbacker 365 in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original silver tolex hardshell case. A lightly played example with a Fireglo gloss finish that exhibits bubble figuring in the maple across the back, this 365 features the "NS" (New Style) body shape which debuted in the mid-60s. The guitar has a rounded top edge on the face of the body and checkerboard back binding, achieving as stated by Rickenbacker, "a smooth roundness ... more

1950's Rickenbacker B6 Lap Steel Electric Guitar w / Case! -LL

Mesquite, Texas, 751**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2200

Item: 1950's Rickenbacker B6 Lap Steel Electric Guitar w / Case!
Description: You are purchasing a 1950's Rickenbacker B6 Lap Steel Electric Guitar w / Case! This Beautiful Lap Steel guitar is great condition. Plays and sounds good. It's been well taken care of. Case in good condition too. Please ask any questions before buying if you have any Shipping: $50 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own ... more