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EPIPHONE | CATALOGS | 1966 | BACK COVER

1966 Epiphone catalog back cover

Epiphone 1966 full line catalog. Back cover. The text on this page is identical to that of the previous (1964) Epiphone catalog here.

It is musical quality that has brought renown to Epiphone instruments and amplifiers, and made them a favourite among professional players. This is quality that comes from excellence in design and construction, from continuous research and development, and from insistence upon quality in every detail. Epiphone guitars have always been known for their full round tone and deep resonance, and for their fine design and finish. They've been prized for such features as the Epiphone fast-action, easy-to-handle neck... the frequency-compensator “Frequensator” tailpiece... and extra body strength resulting from a unique rim assembly. These famous features plus many new developments in the latest models further advance the reputation of these famous guitars. Among basses, no name is more famous than Epiphone. Traditionally the finest for concert, orchestra and classroom. Made by the most skilled stringed instrument makers, using the finest materials, they have extraordinary fullness of tone and resonance. Epiphone offers a wide choice of amplifiers providing faithful sound amplification and the full range of volume and tonal coloring. With the latest and finest facilities, Epiphone continues to create those fine instruments that bring out the musical best in the player.

1966 Epiphone "Guitars, Basses, Amplifiers" catalog,back cover
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Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 Sixties Cherry Headstock Repair

Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335 Sixties Cherry Headstock Repair

Farmingdale, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$849

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Vintage 1967 Epiphone Kalamazoo E252 Broadway Electric Guitar Pat Sticker Pups

Vintage 1967 Epiphone Kalamazoo E252 Broadway Electric Guitar Pat Sticker Pups

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

$5500

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This is the Vintage 1967 Epiphone Kalamazoo E-252 Broadway Electric Guitar
25 5" scale. 1 62" nut width. 17 1 / 4" bottom bout. 2-7 / 8" deep.
6 lbs 12 oz. ... more
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"TRES HOMBRES" 1961 EPIPHONE CORONETS ELECTRIC GUITARS (3)  CHERRY ULTRA RARE

"TRES HOMBRES" 1961 EPIPHONE CORONETS ELECTRIC GUITARS (3) CHERRY ULTRA RARE

Bridgeport, Connecticut, 066**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$30000

Three ultra rare, April 1961 Epiphone Coronet Solidbody Guitars. There were exactly 7 of these made before several model changes. These feature serial numbers in the 1xxxx range, the last of the Epiphone Pearl, (metal), headstock logos, 1960 Central lab pots with real Sprague bumble bees, slant NON comp bridge and most notably the two extra pick guard screws at the base of the neck. All 3 are equipped with Brazilian Rosewood fingerboard. I believe the Coronet with the Maestro Vibrato may be a ... more
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Vintage 1967 Epiphone E360 TD Riviera 12 string Kalamazoo electric guitar

Vintage 1967 Epiphone E360 TD Riviera 12 string Kalamazoo electric guitar

Roselle, Illinois, 601**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5500

This to the best of my knowledge is a 1967 Epiphone E360TD Riviera Cherry 12 string Guitar Serial # 390054 made in Kalamazoo MI. Comes with original hard case. This guitar was owned by my father in law for the last 40 some years and he just fiddled around with it occasionally. Please see pictures for condition and ask any questions as I do not play guitar but can send any specific pics you would like to see.... more
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Vintage 1967 Epiphone e230td Casino

Vintage 1967 Epiphone e230td Casino

Beaumont, Texas, 777**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10000

57 year old vintage electric guitar. Amazing condition considering it??s age. Everything works including the knobs, the electronics, and the hardware. Original case and whammy bar. Sure to exceed all expectations.
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Used Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335, Very clean condition

Used Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES-335, Very clean condition

Mattoon, Illinois, 619**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000


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Vintage 1965 Epiphone Casino ES230T USA Kalamazoo Factory Electric Guitar ES-330

Vintage 1965 Epiphone Casino ES230T USA Kalamazoo Factory Electric Guitar ES-330

Whitestown, Indiana, 460**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4500

Selling my Epiphone 1965 Casino. Same year as Lennons! This guitar has ZERO breaks and is in beautiful vintage condition. Weighs 6lb 3oz. Was purchased from The Music Emporium for 4800 +Tax. Guitar is all original except the frets (originals included) and the tuners (originals included). There is a nice new case, but OG Chipboard case is long gone as most are. This guitar has great checking, worn in feel, and sounds amazing. This is a good one as The Emporium also states in their ... more
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Epiphone Cortez 1963 original kalamazoo usa vintage guitar

Epiphone Cortez 1963 original kalamazoo usa vintage guitar

Chelmsford, CM1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£2500

Epiphone Cortez 1963 original kalamazoo usa vintage guitar
excellent original condition
plays and sounds wonderful
x-braced lovely deep bottom end and sweet highs with well balanced mids
non original fitted case included
for viewing or collection contact rick on
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Chelmsford essex thanks
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Epiphone USA Collection John Lennon Signature 1965 Casino Limited Edition

Epiphone USA Collection John Lennon Signature 1965 Casino Limited Edition

Schomberg, Ontario, L0G***, CANADA

C $6000

This guitar is used and in excellent condition. It has a limited 1965 total units produced. Yoko allowed Gibson to measure and document John Lennon's actual Casino that he used with the Beatles and his solo career. The result is this very Limited Edition and historically accurate reproduction. The guitar a deluxe Lennon Signature hard-shell case and Certificate of Authenticity. Vintage Sunburst with a double white binding. The neck is mahogany with a rosewood fretboard. The back of the ... more
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Epiphone Wiltshire 1961 - Cherry

Epiphone Wiltshire 1961 - Cherry

Doncaster, DN6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£7999

FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:Epiphone Wiltshire 1961 - CherryTHE WILTSHIRE
Epiphone Wilshire 
1961 
Cherry 
Twin P90s
Stop Bar / Tunamatic  ( More Desired than the tremolo variety ) 
Internally / Externally Original  ( Replaced Machine Heads ) 
Condition 8 5 / 10 
Weight 2 9kg 
Note - Interest in these classic Era Epiphones has increased from both players and ... more
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Epiphone John Bonamassa 1960 LP Standard Normburst (Pre-Owned)

Epiphone John Bonamassa 1960 LP Standard Normburst (Pre-Owned)

Ormskirk, UNITED KINGDOM

£879

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Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES- Rep. - Reparierter Artikel

Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES- Rep. - Reparierter Artikel

Treppendorf, Bayern, 96***, GERMANY

€875

Epiphone Joe Bonamassa 1962 ES- Rep. - Reparierter Artikel
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Pre-Owned Epiphone Elitist 1965 Casino, Vintage Sunburst

Pre-Owned Epiphone Elitist 1965 Casino, Vintage Sunburst

Liverpool, L24***, UNITED KINGDOM

£2299

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------------------------------------Pre-Owned Status: Please note, due to some previous use this item has been given our 'Pre-Owned' status - meaning that we've checked it over and ensured... more
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Epiphone Elitist Casino 1965 VS Gitarre

Epiphone Elitist Casino 1965 VS Gitarre

Iserlohn, 58***, GERMANY

€2290

Epiphone Elitist Casino 1965 VS
Die Gitarre ist von 2001 und somit eine der ersten aus dieser exklusiven Serie
Sie ist einem sehr guten Zustand.
Keine erkennbaren Beschädigung vorhanden, sie ist fast wie Neu
Wurde nur Privat und selten bespielt
Probespielen und Selbstabholung ist natürlich von Vorteil
Versand evtl. nach Rücksprache möglich.
Keine Garantie, keine Rücknahme, keine Gewährleistung
Der Verkauf erfolgt unter Ausschluss ... more
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Epiphone Sheraton Limited Edition 1962 Semi Acoustic Electric Guitar * READ

Epiphone Sheraton Limited Edition 1962 Semi Acoustic Electric Guitar * READ

Bristol, BS7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£800

Here for sale is this fairly rare Epiphone Sheraton 1962 limited edition. E212TV circa 2013
Only 1962 of these guitars were made and this is one of them, however its had a life and been used, repaired - please read below The headstock has been previously repaired. I had my repairman give it the once over and he said it was a good job, you can see the crack along the back of the neck and also slightly feel the crack when touched. You can see on the front of the headstock where the crack was ... more
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1999 Epiphone - Revolution Casino JL - John Lennon - #488 of 1965 - ID 3158

1999 Epiphone - Revolution Casino JL - John Lennon - #488 of 1965 - ID 3158

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€5105


Collectors Item
Zustand: Neuwertig
SerNr: 32839
Gewicht: 2, 9 kg Versandklasse: Standard
Koffer / Case: ja
Dokumente: CoA, Case Candies, Fotos
Vermittlungsverkauf: 15621
Limited Edition, Custom Shop Exemplar von John Lennon??s ??Revolution?? Epiphone Casino aus dem Jahre 1999
Diese Revolution wurde insgesamt nur 1965 mal gebaut, hier die # 488
Die John Lennon ??1965?? Casino ist eine sehr originalgetreue "Custom Shop" Reproduktion von Johns geliebter Vintage ... more
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1968 Selmer guitar catalogue

1968 Selmer guitar catalogueScan of 1968/1969 Selmer guitar catalogue (printed July 1968), showing the entire range of electric and acoustic guitars distributed by the company: guitars by Hofner, Gibson, Selmer and Giannini. Selmer were the exclusive United Kingdom distributors of Hofner and Gibson at the time, and this catalogue contains a total of 18 electric guitars, 7 bass guitars, 37 acoustics, and 2 Hawaiian guitars - all produced outside the UK and imported by Selmer, with UK prices included in guineas. This catalogue saw the (re-)introduction of the late sixties Gibson Les Paul Custom and Les Paul Standard (see page 69) and the short-lived Hofner Club 70. Other electric models include: HOFNER ELECTRICS: Committee, Verithin 66, Ambassador, President, Senator, Galaxie, HOFNER BASSES: Violin bass, Verithin bass, Senator bass, Professional bass GIBSON ELECTRICS: Barney Kessel, ES-330TD, ES-335TD, ES-345TD, ES-175D, ES-125CD, SG Standard, SG Junior, SG Special GIBSON BASSES: EB-0, EB-2, EB-3 - plus a LOT of acoustics branded Gibson, Hofner, Selmer and Giannini

1961 Hofner Colorama I

1961 Hofner Colorama IHofner Colorama was the name UK distributor Selmer gave to a series of solid and semi-solid guitars built by Hofner for distribution in the UK. The construction and specifications of the guitars varied over the period of production, but by 1961 it was a totally solid, double cutaway instrument, with a set neck, translucent cherry finish, six-in-a-row headstock, and Hofner Diamond logo pickups. Available as a single or dual pickup guitar, this sngle pickup version would have been sold in mainland Europe as the Hofner 161.

1971 Commodore N25 (Matsumoku)

1971 Commodore N25 (Matsumoku)Commodore was a brand applied to a series of guitars produced in Japan at the well-respected Matsumoku plant from the late 1960s to the mid 1970s - and sold primarily (perhaps exclusively?) in the United Kingdom. The models bearing the Commodore name were all guitars available from different distributors with different branding. Although there may have been some minor changes in appointments (specifically headstock branding) most had the same basic bodies, hardware and construction. Equivalent models to the Commodore N25 (and this is by no means an exhaustive list) include the Aria 5102T, Conrad 5102T(?), Electra 2221, Lyle 5102T, Ventura V-1001, Univox Coily - and most famously the Epiphone 5102T / Epiphone EA-250.

1960 Hofner Colorama II

1960 Hofner Colorama IIThe Hofner Colorama was the name given by Selmer to a series of solid (and semi-solid) body Hofner guitars distributed in the United Kingdom between 1958 and 1965. The Colorama name actually applied to some quite different guitars over the period, but in 1960 it was a very light, semi-solid, set necked guitar with one (Colorama I) or two (Colorama II, as seen here) Toaster pickups. Although an entry-level guitar, it was very well-built, and a fine playing guitar; certainly a step up (at least in terms of craftsmanship) from many of the Colorama guitars that would follow, and a good deal of the guitars available in Britain circa 1960.

1971 Epiphone 1820 bass (ET-280)

1971 Epiphone 1820 (ET-280) bassBy the end of the 1960s, a decision had been made to move Epiphone guitar production from the USA (at the Kalamazoo plant where Gibson guitars were made), to Matsumoto in Japan, creating a line of guitars and basses significantly less expensive than the USA-built models (actually less than half the price). The Matsumoku factory had been producing guitars for export for some time, but the 1820 bass (alongside a number of guitar models and the 5120 electric acoustic bass) were the first Epiphone models to be made there. These new Epiphones were based on existing Matsumoku guitars, sharing body shapes, and hardware, but the Epiphone line was somewhat upgraded, with inlaid logos and a 2x2 peghead configuration. Over the course of the 70s, the Japanese output improved dramatically, and in many ways these early 70s models are a low point for the brand. Having said this, there are a lot worse guitars out there, and as well as being historically important, the 1820 bass can certainly provide the goods when required.

1981 Gibson Marauder

1981 Gibson MarauderProduction of Bill Lawrence's Gibson Marauder began in 1974, with production peaking in 1978. But by 1980 the model was officially discontinued, though very small numbers slipped out as late as spring 1981. Over 7000 examples shipped between 1974 and 1979, and although no totals are available for 1980 and 1981, it is unlikely production reached three figures in either of these years. These final Marauders were all assembled at the Gibson Nashville plant, and had some nice features not available through the later years of production, such as a rosewood fretboard, and in this case, an opaque 'Devil Red' finish. It's a great looking and fine playing guitar!

1971 'Pick Epiphone' Catalog

1971 Pick Epiphone catalogWhen Epiphone production moved from Kalamazoo to the Matsumoku plant in Japan, a whole new range of electric, flattop and classic acoustic guitars was launched. Between late 1970 and 1972 the new models were launched and refined. This 'folder' catalog contains various inserts released over these years detailing four electric six-strings (ET-270, ET-275, ET-278, and thinline EA-250), three bass guitars (ET-280, ET-285, and thinline EA-260), three folk/steel acoustics, four jumbo flattop acoustics, two 12-string jumbos, four classic acoustics, and a banjo.

1981 'Gibson Specials' Pre-Owners Manual

1981 Gibson Specials Pre-Owners Manual'Gibson Specials' was part of the June 1981 pre-owners manual series, but unlike the other folders contained a mish-mash of different guitars: limited editions, test marketing and close outs. "You will find the unusual, the brand-new, and the bargain within this folder". End of line 70s guitars like the Marauder, S-1, and L-6S Custom mixed in with brand new models the The V, The Explorer and the Flying V Bass.
It was the largest folder in the series, with 24 inserts, (19 guitars and 5 basses): Guitars: 335-S Standard, Melody Maker Double, Marauder, L-6S Custom, S-1, RD Artist, Firebird, Firebird II, Flying V, Flying V-II, The V, Explorer, Explorer II, The Explorer, The "SG" Standard, Les Paul Artist, Les Paul Artisan, ES-335 Heritage, ES-175/CC Basses: Grabber, G-3, L-9S, RD Artist Bass, Flying V Bass

1970s Shaftesbury 3263 bass

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1961 Hohner Zambesi

1961 Hohner Zambesi This very early, and pretty rare British-built guitar is branded Hohner London. Hohner were, of course, a German company, better known for their harmonicas and accordions, but they were keenly expanding into guitars at the birth of the 1960s. This model, along with the Hohner Amazon and (particularly) the Hohner Holborn, bear some similarity with Vox guitars of the same period; furniture manufacturer Stuart Darkins constructed bodies and necks for both brands, with Fenton Weill assembling them using their hardware and pickups. These guitars do have some hardware peculiarities, and they are not the most adjustable of instruments, but they actually play very nicely, being solidly built out of some very nice woods. Check out the video on this page.

1963 Vox Super Ace

1963 Vox Super Ace The Vox Super Ace was a mid-priced British solid body electric guitar, produced by JMI at their factory in Dartford, Kent. It was broadly modelled on the Fender Stratocaster, and a sibling model to the dual-pickup Vox Ace. Both the Ace, and Super Ace (along with several other models), were redesigned in 1963 with a new body shape, headstock style, and pickup layout - only increasing the resemblance to the aforementioned Fender. The Super Ace had a 1963 price tag of £47 5S. It's a pretty nice playing guitar with some lovely sounds - check out the videos on this page, and in the Vintage Guitar and Bass supporting members area

1966 Vox New Escort

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1969 Fender catalog, Fender Lovin' Care

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1973 Eko Ranger Folk

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1966 Vox Symphonic bass guitar

1966 Vox Symphonic bass guitar The Symphonic bass was built in the UK, by Vox parent company JMI. It was the Vox equivalent to the Fender Precision bass, and was one of the most expensive Vox guitars produced. It was actually a great playing bass, rather similar to the Precision in feel and sound, but was probably just too expensive compared to an actual Fender and consequently sold poorly. When Vox hit financial problems in 1968, unsold guitars and basses were passed on to Dallas Arbiter, who briefly sold the excess Symphonic bass stock as model 4537. This bass, although with a neck date of February 1966, was most likely one of the unsold Vox guitars sold on by Dallas Arbiter. Check out the bass, and the two video demos through 1960s Ampeg and WEM amplifiers.

1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog

1968 Shaftesbury catalogThe 1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog was just four pages long, and contained four guitar models: the six string Barney Kessel-style 3264; and three Rickenbacker-styled semi-acoustic models: the six-string 3261, the twelve string 3262 and the 3263 bass. Shaftesbury was the house-brand of major UK distributor Rose-Morris, and seems to have been launched as a response to the company's loss of it's distribution deal with Rickenbacker. The guitars were mid-priced, and built in (initially) Japan, and later Italy, by Eko

1970 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns Celebrated Classics' catalog

1970 Rose_Morris catalog1970 Rose-Morris catalog, dated April 1970. It featured 6 electric guitars, 32 acoustic guitars, 3 basses and 1 steel guitar. It contains the following instruments, over 20 pages: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3262, 3264, 3265, 3400; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Colorado, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12; Aria 1674, 1675, 1676, 1679, 1680, 1695, 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk; Rose-Morris 15-11, Kansas, Georgian, Florida; Suzuki 1663, 1664, 1665, 3054, 3055, 3060; Tatay 1713, 1714, 1715; Peerless 3052; Steel guitar: Aria 3425

1971 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns' catalog

1971 Rose_Morris catalogThe sixteen-page 1971 Rose-Morris catalog featured electric guitars by Rose-Morris' own brand, Shaftesbury, and budget brand Top Twenty; aswell as acoustics by Eko, Aria, and for the first time Ovation. The catalog contains the following instruments: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3264, 3265, 3400, 3402; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Ovation: Balladeer, 12 String, Glen Campbell, Glen Campbell 12 string; Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12, Colorado, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Studio 'L'; Rose-Morris Florida; Aria 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk

1972 Fender Precision bass

1972 Fender PrecisionA detailed look at an early 1970s Fender Precision bass guitar in custom black finish, with rosewood fretboard. 1972 list price, $307.50. The Fender Precision had been shipping since at least very early 1952 - with just one re-design circa 1957. This example, then, shows a model already two decades old, but barely changed since the '57 revamp. Fender got it right first time around, and although there are numerous minor cosmetic differences, the essence of this bass is effectively the same as it was in '52: a simple, single pickup instrument with a GREAT sound. Check out the demo video through an old Ampeg B15. It's no wonder this is the bass that everybody wants!

1967 Vox Stroller

1967 Vox StrollerThe Vox Stroller was the brand's entry level electric solid body guitar, fitted with just one pickup and a fixed tailpiece. Although aimed at student guitarists, it wasn't a terrible instrument, but did lack somewhat in adjustability, having no accessible truss rod and only a floating rosewood bridge. But this example is actually quite an improvement on earlier versions, with a standard 1/4" jack and a solid mahogany body. 1967 price £18 2s. JMI ceased UK guitar production in late '67, and combined with decreasing demand for the Stroller, this surely must be one of the last examples shipped.

1963 Vox Clubman Bass (left handed)

1963 Vox Clubman Bass left handedA nice example of the Vox Clubman II bass, built by JMI in Dartford, Kent in 1963. This is a lightweight bass, short (30") scale and very easy to play. It is an early example, and as such has a thin black scratchplate and side mounted, coaxial output jack. JMI offered left handed examples of their solid body Vox guitars and basses at 10% premium. Production numbers are unclear, but left-handed examples rarely come up for sale

1977 Gibson ES Artist 'prototype'

1977 Gibson ES Artist prototypeNot to be confused with the Gibson ES Artist launched by Gibson in 1979; this ES Artist was an early model designed by the Gibson research and development team in Kalamazoo in 1977, the instruments themselves constructed by Gibson artist Chuck Burge. It was planned for launch as a high end semi acoustic with 335-style construction (central maple block) and innovative circuitry - but was pulled at the last minute, being deemed too expensive. Apparently, several examples were produced with varying specifications, though exactly how many actually left the Kalamazoo plant is unclear. Certainly two guitars were sold to LaVonne Music by Gibson in around 1980. Read more about the development of this guitar, with details from Chuck Burge and the story of it's sale to LaVonne music

1959 Hofner Committee

1959 Hofner CommitteeThe Hofner Committee was a truly beautiful guitar produced in Germany, primarily for the UK market. It was a large bodied (initially 17 1/2") guitar with a carved spruce top, available as an acoustic or electric guitar. By the early sixties the carved top was replaced with a laminate, and although still a very fine guitar, the earlier carved top examples, with frondose headstock (like the example shown here) are far more highly prized amongst musicians and vintage guitar collectors.

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins TennesseanThe Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean, or model 6119 was Gretsch's best selling hollow body of the 1960s. This wonderfully faded example from 1965 was originally Dark Cherry Red, but has turned a mid-orange brown. The original color, however, can be seen underneath the pickup surrounds. 1965 specs: maple body, two-piece neck, Brazilian rosewood fretboard and Hi-Lo 'Tron single coil pickups. Nickel plated Gretsch Bigsby tailpiece.

1965 Gretsch 'For the Spectacular Sound of the Times' guitar and amp catalog

1965 Gretsch catalogThe 1965 Gretsch catalog, or catalog #32, featured 10 hollow body electric guitars, including the newly launched Gretsch Viking; four solid body electrics, including the Astro Jet - making it's only catalog appearance; just one bass, the single pickup PX6070; nine acoustics and 12 tube amplifiers. Pride of place went to the Chet Atkins Country Gentleman that adorned both the front and back covers. 24 pages, six of which are in full color.

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret ends

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret endsLoose frets are especially problematic in certain old guitars, but are generally very easy to fix. You'll be amazed at the difference you can make with just a few tools, a bit of knowledge, and a little time. Fixing loose frets can eliminate fret buzz, remove sharp fret ends, and greatly improve the tone of any guitar. If your luthier bill will be greater than the value of your guitar, definitely time to have a go yourself!

1966 Hagstrom 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog (Merson USA)

1966 Hagstrom guitar catalog Hagstrom guitars were distributed in the mid-1960s United States by Merson of USA. This eight page 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog, printed in two-colors contained six solid body electrics, three solid body basses, two electric acoustic guitars, two electric acoustic basses and five acoustics.

1965 Hofner President

1965 Hofner President The President was produced by Hofner in Bubenreuth, Germany, specifically for Selmer, who distributed the brand in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and other commonwealth nations. The President was a hollow body electric acoustic, available as a full body or thinline, and with blonde or brunette finish. It was a great playing guitar that sold fairly well in the second half of the 1950s, throughout the 1960s, and into the very early 1970s. The example shown here is a full-body depth guitar in blonde - and as a 1965 guitar, one of the last to feature the rounded Venetian cutaway. From late 1965 until 1972, the President sported a sharp Florentine cut. Naturally, such an electric acoustic suggests jazz and blues, but many of the original British Hofner President players were part of the rock 'n roll, skiffle and beat scenes of the late 50s and early 60s.

1963 1964 Fender catalog

Fender 1963 catalogue"The Choice of Professional and Student Musicians Everywhere" This eight page catalogue was included as an insert in the 1963 annual "school music" issue of Downbeat magazine (September 1963). As well as keyboards and pedal steels, this catalog contains seven guitars, three basses and ten amplifiers - from student guitars such as the Musicmaster and Duotone to professional models like the new Jaguar.

1971 Gibson Les Paul Recording guitar owners manual

1971 Gibson Les Paul Recording guitar owners manual The newly designed Les Paul Recording guitar was released in 1971, in many ways as an updated version of the Les Paul Professional that had debuted two years earlier in 1969. The new guitar came with a new owners manual explaining the (somewhat complicated) controls, their operation, and giving other specifications, including recommended strings, action and control settings. Compare with the broadly similar owners manual for the Les Paul Personal / Professional