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HARMONY | CATALOGS | 1965 | PAGE 16

Harmony 945, 950, 1213, and 1215 arched-top acoustics

1965 "Where there's music there's Harmony" catalog, page 16

Four arched top auditorium guitars are shown here, each a shade smaller than the grand auditorium models shown on page 14 (15 3/4" body width, compared to 16 1/2"). Finishes vary for each guitar. The Harmony Master 945, priced at $43.50, has a typical Harmony two-tone sunburst finish, in contrast to the Monterey Leader 950 at $52.50, which sports attractive grain patterning, described as a "Black polished finish with contrasting grained reddish highlights".

Archtone Model 1213 has a shaded brown mahogany finish, model 1215 has "shaded reddish mahogany finish with the top grained to resemble spruce". Both are priced at just $38.75

1965 Harmony guitar, bass and amplifier catalog, page 16: Harmony 945 Master, 950 Monterey Leader and 1213 and 1215 Archtone acoustics
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VINTAGE 1950s HARMONY GUITAR NECK PROJECT

VINTAGE 1950's HARMONY GUITAR NECK PROJECT

Dearborn Heights, Michigan, 481**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

LATE 1950's early 1960's Harmony USA Archtop Acoustic guitar project neck
GUITAR PROJECT NECK ONLY
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Vintage Silvertone Harmony Archtop Acoustic Guitar 6 Strings 1950s *Local Only!*

Vintage Silvertone Harmony Archtop Acoustic Guitar 6 Strings 1950s *Local Only!*

Saint Petersburg, Florida, 337**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Guitar has a few cosmetic issues: scratches and spots, 2 cracks on the face right side, and a small part of the body unglued on the bottom corner side + has dust inside the body. This is what I noticed during my inspection. Remember this 70 years old guitar, and it's still playing well!
Local pick up only!
Condition is Used, Fair
Please see all the photos for details.
Selling AS IS!
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Vintage 1950s Harmony H950 Monterey Arctop Guitar (In Store Pick-up  (ML1074742)

Vintage 1950s Harmony H950 Monterey Arctop Guitar (In Store Pick-up (ML1074742)

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

$380

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Harmony H1213 Archtop Guitar Top

Harmony H1213 Archtop Guitar Top

New Haven, Indiana, 467**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

This vintage Harmony H1213 archtop guitar top is a rare gem for any musician or collector. Crafted with care and attention to detail, this top is perfect for those who seek a unique and high-quality sound. The brand Harmony is known for their exceptional quality and this guitar top is no exception
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1950s VINTAGE SILVERTONE  /  Harmony ARCHTOP HOLLOW BODY ACOUSTIC GUITAR

1950's VINTAGE SILVERTONE / Harmony ARCHTOP HOLLOW BODY ACOUSTIC GUITAR

Buffalo, New York, 142**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

This is a really nice early Silvertone Archtop Guitar. This guitar is really clean. There is some minor checking on the edges and back. Light play wear. But Overall, This is really in great condition. The action is also really good. I was able to play chords and solo with no problem. The intonation was also pretty good and was able to tune and play without anything sounding out of tune. This still might need some minor adjustment. But is being sold as is. But this is in awesome condition. Not ... more
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Harmony H51 Vintage 1950s Electric Jazz Guitar w /  Gibson P-13 pickup

Harmony H51 Vintage 1950's Electric Jazz Guitar w / Gibson P-13 pickup

Oswego, Illinois, 605**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1400



Harmony H51 Vintage 1950's Electric Jazz Guitar w / Gibson P-13 pickup
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Vintage 1950s Harmony USA Roy Smeck Lap Steel Guitar Body Neck Husk H7 Project

Vintage 1950s Harmony USA Roy Smeck Lap Steel Guitar Body Neck Husk H7 Project

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

$300

Vintage 1950s Harmony Roy Smeck lap steel guitar body / neck. Typical vintage wear but looks pretty good for being sixty-something years old. Lovely finish checking throughout. The photos do a much better job of showing cosmetic condition so please view them carefully. Original bridge and plastic control plate are included. Don't have original screws for control plate. Black top piece has separated slightly from the base at the treble end corner (please see photos. A super worthy ... more
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1950s Stella / Harmony H929 Parlor Acoustic Guitar Sunburst Finish

1950s Stella / Harmony H929 Parlor Acoustic Guitar Sunburst Finish

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

$495

1950s Stella / Harmony H929 Parlor Acoustic Guitar Sunburst Finish
This Guitar Is In Very Good Condition With Normal Light Wear Visible For Its Age (See Photos)
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Fully Playable With Medium Action
No Cracks Or Breaks Visible
Original Frets Are In Good Condition
Neck Has Nice Amount Of Relief
Original Bridge And Tailpiece
Nut Width 1 73 "
Neck Depth 0 89" At 1st Fret, 1 09" At 10th Fret

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Harmony Monterey 1960s 2-Color Sunburst Mandolin (no case)

Harmony Monterey 1960s 2-Color Sunburst Mandolin (no case)

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

$250

Harmony Monterey 1960s 2-Color Sunburst Mandolin (no case)
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This is a 1960s Harmony Monterey 2-Color Sunburst Mandolin (no case)
It weighs 1 4 lbs; 14?? scale; 1 78" nut width
It is in functioning playable condition with visible wear and tear
Condition includes visible scuffs on the body, headstock, neck and back of the body. Frets are rusted, and the nut in the headstock requires replacement. The strings are set low and in tune ... more
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Stella 1950s Harmony Mandolin (Used)

Stella 1950's Harmony Mandolin (Used)

Duncan, Oklahoma, 735**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$412

The Stella 1950's Harmony Mandolin is a vintage gem that will transport you to the golden age of music. Made by Harmony in the USA, this mandolin has a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides, delivering a warm and resonant tone. Its classic F-style design is complemented by an eye-catching sunburst finish and elegant binding
With its comfortable neck profile and smooth playability, the Stella 1950's Harmony Mandolin is a must-have for any mandolin player or collector
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Harmony Rocket H53 Luthiers Special Project 1950s 1960s

Harmony Rocket H53 Luthiers Special Project 1950s 1960s

Utica, New York, 135**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Husk with tuners and a strap button. One tuner gear and shaft is missing. There is a large crack in the lower side near the input jack. It looks like it was dropped. It is repairable by a skilled luthier. Does not appear to have any extra mods or holes. cosmetically it is very chewed up and faded. Truss rod does work

Ships fully insured and packed with care
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Vintage 1947 Harmony Monterey Archtop Acoustic Guitar Sunburst H996 F-47

Vintage 1947 Harmony Monterey Archtop Acoustic Guitar Sunburst H996 F-47

Greenfield, Massachusetts, 013**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$375

This vintage Harmony Monterey Archtop Acoustic Guitar is a rare gem for any guitar enthusiast. With its beautiful sunburst finish and classic design, this guitar is sure to catch the eye of any player. Made in the United States in 1947, this guitar is a true piece of history

Featuring a 6-string configuration and a right-handed dexterity, this guitar is perfect for any player looking for a classical sound. The archtop soundboard style adds a unique touch to the overall design, making... more
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1950s 1960s Harmony Kay Silvertone Airline NOS Vintage Trapeze Tailpiece! P241

1950s 1960s Harmony Kay Silvertone Airline NOS Vintage Trapeze Tailpiece! P241

Grand Rapids, Michigan, 495**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

Just in at Tone Chasers Music is this vintage Harmony tailpiece in very good condition. As pictured.

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Vintage 1950??s Wooden Harmony Patrician Archtop Guitar 40??

Vintage 1950??s Wooden Harmony Patrician Archtop Guitar 40??

Akron, Ohio, 443**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$335

Vintage 1950??s Wooden Harmony Patrician Archtop Guitar 40??.
Found at an estate sale and left in original condition
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Vintage 1950s USA HARMONY Guitar Strap Button End Pin Wood Kay National

Vintage 1950s USA HARMONY Guitar Strap Button End Pin Wood Kay National

Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$39

Vintage 1960's USA HARMONY Guitar Strap Button End Pin ?? Wood construction, light patina, see all pics for dimensions / fit for your application. Original vintage KAY SILVERTONE, Harmony, National, Thanks for looking!
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1950s Harmony 2 pickup Vintage Archtop Jazz Guitar

1950's Harmony 2 pickup Vintage Archtop Jazz Guitar

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

$1800

Description: You are purchasing a Harmony Archtop Jazz Guitar. Plays and sounds great without any issues and is ready to be a reliable workhorse in your arsenal today. Has lots of wear and dings and some extra holes. Sold as is. Please inquire with any questions you may have prior to purchase
Shipping: $100 00 shipping to the Lower 48 States! We ship overseas. Overseas shipping prices will vary. Overseas buyers pay their own import taxes Payment: We accept Paypal for your convenience. ... more
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Harmony Master H945 Arch top F Hole Accoustic Guitar Sunburst 1960s Steel Reinfo

Harmony Master H945 Arch top F Hole Accoustic Guitar Sunburst 1960s Steel Reinfo

Van Buren, Arkansas, 729**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$600

This vintage Harmony Master H945 acoustic guitar features an arch top F hole design with a beautiful sunburst body color. The body material is made of birch, while the neck material is maple, providing a sturdy and reliable construction. With 19 frets and a string configuration of 6 strings, this guitar is perfect for intermediate players looking for a high-quality instrument.
The fretboard material is made of rosewood and ebony, and the right-handed guitar is designed with a jazz F hole ... more
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Vintage 1950s 1960s Harmony Stella Acoustic Parlor Guitar Restoration or Parts

Vintage 1950s 1960s Harmony Stella Acoustic Parlor Guitar Restoration or Parts

Fortuna, California, 955**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Vintage 1950s 1960s Harmony Stella Acoustic Parlor Guitar Restoration or Parts Wonderful vintage guitar that has had some hard knocks, but still has some good bones. Measures approx 36 inches long and 13 25 inches wide. The neck appear straight and is well attached, as is the top and bottom. Note that cracks on the sides on either side of the neck. The tailpiece appears original as well as the wooden bridge. The nut appears fashioned out of a dowel! Note one machine is missing its ... more
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Paramount Parlor Acoustic Guitar 1950s Made In USA (HARMONY)

Paramount Parlor Acoustic Guitar 1950's Made In USA (HARMONY)

Maspeth, New York, 113**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$149

Guitar is in very good condition, see photos , thanks for looking !
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Vintage 1950??s Wooden Red Harmony Acoustic Guitar Made In USA

Vintage 1950??s Wooden Red Harmony Acoustic Guitar Made In USA

Akron, Ohio, 443**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$346

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Does not have strings
Total length 37??
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1967 Vox Stroller

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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.