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GRETSCH | COUNTRY GENTLEMAN | 1976 COUNTRY GENT

1976 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 7670

Hollow-bodied electric guitar

Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman description

1971 Country Gent | 1976 Country Gent

1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - front view
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - rear view
Model: 1976 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman
Body: Maple top back and sides, 17" body width with a depth of 1 7/8". Mahogany Grain finish.
Neck: Two-piece set maple neck with bound ebony fingerboard. Inlaid Gretsch logo. 22 frets, plus zero fret, "Neoclassic" fretboard markers. Bone nut.
Scale: 24 1/4"
Hardware: Bigsby B-6 vibrato with, Grover machine heads. Gold-plated throughout.
Pickups: Dual FilterTron

The Chet Atkins Country Gent saw a lot of changes over the course of its production, though this is a typical mid seventies guitar.

The pickups are 70s Filter'Trons, neck and bridge. It has real f-holes. Compare this guitar to earlier versions with painted f-holes (eg 1971 Country Gent), an adjustamatic bridge and V-cutout Bigsby B-6 tailpiece. Other changes from the earlier versions include the removal of the muffler (string mute) that would have been situated between the bridge and bridge pickup, and the lack of model designation plate on the headstock. Binding is now three-ply (not four, as was previously the case) cream/black/cream.

This guitar is in translucent Mahogany Grain finish. All hardware is gold-plated.

1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - body detail
Front body view: gold on Mahogany Grain.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - reverse body detail
The reverse of this guitar has no back-pad that the earlier examples were fitted with. Compare with a 1971 Country Gent.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - scratchplate detail
Scratchplate detail with Chet Atkins signature and 'Country Gentleman' model designation. Note also the gold master volume control in the top right of this image.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - bridge and bridge pickup detail
Bridge, and bridge pickup detail. Adjustamatic bridge, 1970s Filter'Tron pickup.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - Bigsby tailpiece detail
This Country Gent is fitted with a gold-plated, V-cutout B-6 Bigsby tailpiece. Note the wear on the gold-plating. Gold-plated hardware is far less durable than chrome or nickel.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - bound f holes
In 1972, the Country Gent changed from simulated to real f-holes, bound in cream. Note the Gretsch label within the body cavity.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - headstock detail
Close up of the headstock, including inlaid pearl Gretsch logo. Notice the extreme weather checking on this guitar
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - reverse headstock detail
A close up view of the back of the headstock, with gold-plate Grover machine heads. The two pieces of maple that make up this neck are clearly visible. The reverse headstock no longer holds the guitars serial number.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - tuning key detail
Gold-plated closed-gear Grover machine heads.
1976 Chet Atkins Gretsch Country Gentleman - switch detail
This guitar is bound front and back, with three-ply binding, cream/black/cream.

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1963 Original Metal Gretsch Country Gentleman Knobs Gold

1963 Original Metal Gretsch Country Gentleman Knobs Gold

Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, 187**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$195

Tarnished, ,,, ,,, ,,Gold worn down . The Heavy Ones . Original set screws inside .Can be used on other models, ,,, , rare Sale Final .No Returns... more
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Vintage 1969 Gretsch Country Gentleman guitar Luthier Project needs binding

Vintage 1969 Gretsch Country Gentleman guitar Luthier Project needs binding

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

$1650

Vintage 1969 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman electric guitar husk for Luthier Project==Needs all binding, otherwise in Very Good shape -- intact and working mute system -- includes headstock plate, strap buttons, TR cover, both back covers, pickguard bracket (mounting screw frozen to it), some oxidation to metal parts -- straight neck with very little fret wear, good neck set==Worldwide Shipping==
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1980 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman - Walnut Brown

1980 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman - Walnut Brown

Danville, New Hampshire, 038**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2200

All original walnut brown 1980 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins signature Country Gentleman

Excellent condition. Bought in ?83 and unused for 40 years. Properly stored in temp controlled

Neck angle is great, pickups and nobs all working properly
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Vintage 1967 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Guitar and Case

Vintage 1967 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Guitar and Case

Costa Mesa, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2200

Here is a 1967 Gretsch Country Gentleman that is all original. One switch tip is missing and the mute pad for the mute is gone. Some binding issues as can be seen in the photos. The binding on the neck is all attached and plays nicely. The body is pretty good overall. The guitar plays really nicely also with low action and a straight neck. Truss rod works as it should and the bridge could be lowered even more if you wanted. It??s still a really nice playing guitar. One of the better vintage... more
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1975 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Electric Guitar w /  OHSC

1975 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Electric Guitar w / OHSC

North Royalton, Ohio, 441**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

1975 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Model 7670

Player Grade. No degradation of binding. Much of the gold plating has worn off and there are swirls in the finish but no real damage that would affect the guitars playability.

When I received this guitar the electronics were not functional due to some worn pots and a bad switch. I ordered a complete wiring harness from TV Jones and replaced all switches and pots, retaining the originals and wiring. These will come with ... more
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1976 GRETSCH CHET ATKINS COUNTRY GENTLEMAN 7670

1976 GRETSCH CHET ATKINS COUNTRY GENTLEMAN 7670

Tampa, Florida, 336**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2750

1976 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 7670 (F-Hole w / Binding). I am describing this guitar as used. I bought this about eight years ago and the longest it has been out of its original Gretsch Hardshell Case (please see photos) was to shoot photos for this ad. Neck & Body are visually, virtually, flawless as to wood finish and luster (please see photos). Binding at Neck, Body and F-Holes appears as new. The only obvious flaw to this guitar is oxidation / pitting / fading of plating at ... more
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Gretsch G6122 1962 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 12-String Walnut Stain+COA OHSC

Gretsch G6122 1962 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 12-String Walnut Stain+COA OHSC

Thousand Oaks, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2795



Gretsch G6122 1962 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 12-String Walnut Stain+COA OHSC

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Lovies Guitars is Excited to offer up this 2020 Gretsch G6122 1962 Chet Atkins Signature Country Gentleman 12-String Guitar with a Walnut Stain Finish! The Gretsch G6122-6212GE Vintage Select 1962 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman 12-string hollowbody electric guitar captures the essence of classic Gretsch tone and style with a beautifully lush, naturally chorused sound.... more
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1964 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut w / OHSC

1964 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut w / OHSC

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

$2995

1964 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman In Walnut Finish
This Guitar Is Located At IVG Burbank
In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Finish Shows Weather Checking And Cosmetic Playwear Throughout Including Various Dings, Marks, And Scratches
Binding Decay Throughout As Shown
Moderate Oxidation On Frets
Original Bigsby Tailpiece Shows Evidence Of Re-Plating
Small Surface Cracks On Front Of Headstock
Made In USA
Chambered Maple Body With Painted ... more
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Vintage 1967 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentlema Guitar w /  OHSC

Vintage 1967 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentlema Guitar w / OHSC

Mobile, Alabama, 366**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2999

Please read complete description and carefully look at all photos
Vintage 1967 Gretsch Model 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Hollowbody Guitar with original hard case. Original lacquer finish has some checking appropriate for a 57 year old guitar. Has some finish dulling around controls and body edges. I believe a lot of these areas would polish out. Otherwise, please view the numerous photos for an accurate representation of cosmetic condition. As happens in almost every vintage ... more
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1967 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut Vintage Electric Guitar

1967 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut Vintage Electric Guitar

Sonoma, California, 954**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3199

1967 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Vintage Electric Guitar with natural Walnut finish. It is 100% original. It plays great and sounds fantastic. It weighs 8 13 pounds. The neck thickness measures 0 852" at the 1st fret and 0 938" at the 9th fret.
Overall in very good condition for its age. There are typical minor scuffs and scrapes throughout. All gold hardware is very clean with minimal tarnishing. As typical, the original foam string mutes have deteriorated and would need to ... more
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Vintage! 1971 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut + OHSC

Vintage! 1971 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut + OHSC

Thousand Oaks, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3495



Vintage! 1971 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut + OHSC

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Lovies Guitars is excited to offer up this 1971 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Electric Guitar with a Walnut Finish! One of the most iconic Gretsch models, the 6122 Chet Aktins Country Gentleman made its debut in 1957. Starting 1971, the model number was changed from 6122 to 7670. The quintessential Gretsch Chet Atkins survived many configurations and this is one of... more
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1975 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Electric Guitar w /  OHSC

1975 Gretsch 7670 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Electric Guitar w / OHSC

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

$3500

Will be posting a New, Unused G6119T TENNESSEE ROSE, bought new in 2008, not sure when made, never played
I was born in1948, grew up a VENTURES Fender and Mosrite guy, but college education in the Midwest had me listening to Country & Western and became a Chet Atkins fan so have / had a few GRETSCH in my collection, had but sold new, unused WHITE FALCON and BLACK FALCON, never played either and hardly played this 7670 because the controls are not so simple, have too many other guitars ... more
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Vintage 1971 Gretsch Country Gentleman guitar original VG no binding rot

Vintage 1971 Gretsch Country Gentleman guitar original VG no binding rot

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

$3750

Vintage 1971 Gretsch Chet Atkins Country Gentleman electric guitar==VG 8 / 10 all-original condition with some play wear / scratches / small dings (mostly on back of neck) but no breaks / repairs and no binding rot! (slight binding shrinkage in spots but binding IS intact) -- some wear / patina to metal parts -- very nice overall appearance==Includes original hard case==Worldwide Shipping==
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1966 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman w /  Filtertron / Supertron Pickups

1966 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman w / Filtertron / Supertron Pickups

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

$5700

1966 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman w / Filtertron / Supertron Pickups
Gretsch historians, we have a unique and special instrument to share with you today! This Country Gent, made in October of ?66 just a few months after the Baldwin purchase, features a magic pickup combo. A Supertron in the neck, and a Filtertron in the bridge. The finish is in great condition, and the hardware sports a delightful vintage patina. The guitar has an awesome vintage feel to it and can get tones ... more
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1965 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut Vintage Hollowbody, Case

1965 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman Walnut Vintage Hollowbody, Case

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

$6000

Up for sale, a 1965 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case
A short-lived and highly desirable iteration of the 6122 Country Gentleman platform, this model features dual flip-up mutes and painted-on F holes, produced late in the '65 model year
For brilliant chewy twang with a midrange heft and refinement suitable for Chet Aktins flavored fingerpicking, or the full spectrum ... more
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1963 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman George Harrison Beatles Specs

1963 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman George Harrison Beatles Specs

Hopewell, New Jersey, 085**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$7194

1963 Gretsch 6122 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman George Harrison Beatles Specs

From the private collection of Sound Investments USA LLC
Gretsch 1963 George Harrison Beatles Specs Model 6122
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1963 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN CASE - made in USA

1963 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN CASE - made in USA

COLOGNE, GERMANY

€199

1963 Gretsch Country Gentleman case -- made in USA:
+ grey / silver covering, has A LOT of wear & MANY RIPS with material missing
+ bottom is loose
+ brown interior, also worn
+ pull handle for string compartment is gone
+ latch next to handle is broken, the others are rusty but are working fine
+ street worn, .but still tough enough for a few years of touring .
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1969 GRETSCH CHET ATKINS COUNTRY GENTLEMAN USA HEADSTOCK LOGO

1969 GRETSCH CHET ATKINS COUNTRY GENTLEMAN USA HEADSTOCK LOGO

COLOGNE, GERMANY

€199

1969 GRETSCH CHET ATKINS COUNTRY GENTLEMAN USA HEADSTOCK LOGO
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1969 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN - Made in USA

1969 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN - Made in USA

COLOGNE, GERMANY

£1998


1969 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN - made in USA - PROJECT :
* needs body binding
* frets are low and also need to be replaced
* fingerboard has light hump behind 12th fret on low E side
* NO OTHER PARTS INCLUDED=JUST WHAT YOU CAN SEE IN THE PICS
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1969 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN - made in USA

1969 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN - made in USA

COLOGNE, GERMANY

€2222

1969 GRETSCH COUNTRY GENTLEMAN - made in USA - PROJECT :
* needs body binding
* frets are low and also need to be replaced
* fingerboard has light hump behind 12th fret on low E side
* NO OTHER PARTS INCLUDED=JUST WHAT YOU CAN SEE IN THE PICTURES
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I have a Gretsch Country Gentleman No F612211 given to me by Chet Atkins in 1973 can you please give me a valuation on this guitar. I need to get a valuation for Insurance purposes.

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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 catalogHagstrom 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 PresidentThe 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.