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1983
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Citation
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1954 ES175
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1979 ES175D
catalogue
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ES5 Switchmaster
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J160E
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Johnny Smith
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L5CES
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Super 400 CES
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1964 promo sheet
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Kluson 301V 303V 307V
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GV19
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EDS1275
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1976 L6S Custom
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1973 Les Paul Custom
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1976 Les Paul Deluxe
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1978 description of controls
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The Les Paul
The Paul
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Marauder
1981 Marauder
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Melody Maker
1960 promo
1964 Melody Maker
1969 Melody Maker
1969 Gibson Melody Maker D electric guitar (members content)
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Moderne
RD
RD Artist
controls
technical info
RD Custom
controls
technical info
RD Standard
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S1
controls
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SG
1961 SG publicity
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1969 SG Special
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SG Special soundclips
SG Standard
1963 SG Standard
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SG timeline 1960s
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SG TV
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SG100
pot. list
SG200
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SG250
pot. list
The SG
pot. list
Sonex
180 Deluxe
1981 parts list
1982 Sonex DLX
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Victory
pricing/publicity
Victory MV2
1981 Gibson Victory MVII electric guitar (members content)
1981 MV II
Victory MVX
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thinline
BB King Lucille
Byrdland
1972 brochure pt 1
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Crest
1970 Crest
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ES Artist
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ES Artist (prototype)
ES-335 pro
ES-350TD
ES120T
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ES125T
ES125TC
1960 promo sheet
1962 ES125TC
1966 ES125TC
catalogue
ES125TDC
pot. list
ES140T
pot. list
ES225T
pot. list (ES-225T)
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ES320TD
pot. list
ES325TD
pot. list
ES330TD
forum posts
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ES335 dot
ES335-12
pot. list
ES335TD
1965 Cherry ES335TD
chronology
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forum posts
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ES340TD
1969 promo
pot. list
ES345TD
1959 announcement
1967 ES345TD
pot. list
ES347
pot. list
ES350TD
pot. list
ES355TD
pot. list
ES355TDSV
1972 brochure pt 1
1972 brochure pt 2
BB King
controls
pot. list
specs / shipping data
users
Howard Roberts Fusion
Les Paul Signature
vintage adverts
Goya

catalogues
1966
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
p09
p10
p11
p12
Gretsch

bass
6070
6071
6072
6073
Committee bass
catalogues
1965
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
p09
p10
p11
p12
p13
p14
p15
p16
p17
p18
p19
p20
p21
p22
p23
p24
1968
1979
electric acoustic
Chetr Atkins Solid Body 6121
Country Gentleman
1971 Country Gent
1976 Country Gent
Nashville
pot. list
Tennessean
1965 Gretsch Tennessean
White Falcon
solid body
Committee
vintage adverts
Guild

acoustic
D40C
D55
F40
F412
F50
amplifiers
Maverick
Maverick bass
Quantum
advertisements
Thunderbass
Thunderbird bass
Thunderstar
Thunderstar bass
bass
B301
B302
1978 B302F
soundclips
wiring
Jetstar
JS
advertisements
M85 Bluesbird
SB201
SB202
SB203
SB502E
Starfire
1968 Starfire I
advertisements
X701
X702
catalogues
1969
1970
1971
1975
1978
1982
electric acoustic
Artist Award
CE100
1967 CE100
DE500
M65
M75 Bluesbird
Starfire
advertisements
catalogues
Starfire I
Starfire II
Starfire III
Starfire IV
Starfire V
Starfire VI
Starfire XII
T100
X150
X170
X175
1953 X175
X350
X500
solid body
M80
S100 Polara
S200 Thunderbird
S25
S250
S275
S300
S50
S60
S70
S90
X79
X82
vintage adverts
Hagstrom

acoustic
H33E
bass
Concord
1967 Concord
shipping data
soundclips
Coronado IV
1964 Coronado bass
1966 Coronado IV
soundclips
FB
H8
HIIB
HIIBN
Swede
catalogues
1966
1966 (worlds fastest playing neck)
p1
p2
p3
p4
p5
p6
p7
p8
1968
1972
1975
electrics
Corvette
H12
HI
1966 HI
HII
HIII
HIIN
1972 HIIN-OT
Impala
Super Swede
Swede
Viking
parts
Hagstrom adjustable compensating bass bridge
Hagstrom bi-sonic bass pickup
Hagstrom vibrato tailpiece
vintage adverts
Harmony

amplifiers
H304
H305
H306
H400
H410
H420
H430
H440
bass
H22
soundclips
H25
H27
soundclips
catalogues
1965 part1
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
p09
p10
p11
p12
p13
p14
p15
p16
p17
p18
p19
p20
p21
p22
p23
p24
p25
p26
p27
p28
1965 part2
electric acoustic
H1260 Sovereign
H72 Double Cutaway
H75
H76
H77
H78
H79
Hollywood H39,41
Meteor H70
Neo-Cutaway H74
Rocket H53,54,56,59
Roy Smeck H73
Stratotone H45,46,47,49
Vibrajet H66
solid body
Silhouette / Bob Kat
advertisements
vintage adverts
Hayman

1010
2020
4040 bass
Hofner

bass
185-S
500-1
500-2
500-4
Artist
Committee
G500-1
President
Professional
Senator
Verithin
catalogues
1967
electrics
172
173
176
177
1965 President
1967 President
Ambassador
Colorama
Committee
1959 Committee
President
Senator
Verithin
1962 Verithin
parts
pickguards
pickups - guitar
510 diamond logo
511 staple
vintage adverts
Hohner

catalogues
1961
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
Zambesi
1961 Zambesi 334
1961 Hohner Zambesi (members content)
Ibanez

Kalamazoo

catalogues
1966
p01
p02
p03
KB bass
1966 KB-1
1967 KB-1
shipping data
soundclips
KG guitar
1966 KG1
1966 KG2a
soundclips
shipping data
Kay

Thin Twin
Matsumoku
Musicman

Cutlass
Sabre
Sabre bass
Stingray
Stingray bass
vintage adverts
National

Ovation

Breadwinner
catalogues
1975
Deacon
vintage adverts
Peavey

T-40
vintage Peavey adverts
Rickenbacker

bass
4000
4001
4002
4003
4004
4005
catalogues
1968
1975
Rose-Morris
Catalogues
1968
p01
p02
p03
p04
1970
1971
Rosetti

Selmer

amplifiers
catalogues
1960
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
p09
p10
p11
p12
p13
p14
p15
p16
p17
p18
p19
p20
p21
p22
p23
p24
p25
p26
p27
p28
p29
p30
p31
p32
1964
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
p09
p10
p11
p12
p13
p14
p15
p16
p17
p18
p19
p20
p21
p22
p23
p24
p25
p26
p27
p28
p29
p30
p31
p32
1964 Gibson and Fender
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
p09
p10
p11
p12
p13
p14
p15
p16
p17
p18
p19
p20
1966
1966 pt 2
1966 pt 3
1966 pt 3
vintage adverts
Shaftesbury

3261
3262
3263 bass
3264
3265
3266 bass
Early 1970s 3263
1970s Shaftesbury 3263 bass (members content)
Silvertone

Supro

amplifiers
Sportsman
Statesman
Taurus
Thunderbolt
Arlington
catalogs
1966 catalogue
p01
p02
p03
p04
p05
p06
p07
p08
Colt
Croydon
Normandy
Pocket bass
Vox

amplifiers
AC100
AC30
AC4
1965 AC4
1965 AC4
AC50
Foundation
Supreme
T60
bass
Apollo
Astro
Bassmaster
1963 Bassmaster
1963 Vox Bassmaster bass (members content)
1965 Bassmaster
circuit
parts list
soundclips
Clubman
1963 Clubman bass left handed
1965 Clubman bass
Constellation IV V274
Cougar
Delta IV V264
Escort
Hawk
Mark IV
Panther
Phantom
Phantom Mark III
Saturn IV V281
Stinger IV V284
Symphonic
1963 Symphonic
1966 Symphonic
1966 Vox Symphonic bass (members content)
VG4
Wyman
catalogues
1962 (JMI)
1963 (JMI)
p01 - cover
p02 - guitars
p03 - guitars
p04 - guitars
p05 - accessories
p06 - amplifiers
p07 - amplifiers
p08 - amplifiers
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Fender American Standard Tremolo Assembly Gold 0992050200 Original

Fender American Standard Tremolo Assembly Gold 0992050200 Original

Staten Island, New York, 103**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

Original Never used Fender American Standard Tremolo Assembly Gold 0992050200. This item was purchased by one of my relatives many years ago. It's the original American made Tremolo system, even the box is different than the units made today. Complete with all parts and Allen key. No instruction manual, I don't know if it ever came with instructions. Regardless, it's complete, as new, flawless. Please view the auction photos. What you see is Exactly what you get. NO UNPLEASANT SURPRISES. ... more
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Vintage Stella Harmony  (1969) H912 12 String Acoustic Guitar

Vintage Stella Harmony (1969) H912 12 String Acoustic Guitar

Denver, Colorado, 802**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

Stella H-912 Model 12 String Flat Top Acoustic Guitar, made by Harmony (1969), made in Chicago, sunburst lacquer finish, traditional tailpiece and floating bridge.

The H-912 is also associated with Kurt Cobain, who used one on a number of sessions for Nirvana recordings
My neighbor gave me the guitar so I don??t know that much about it outside of the info I posted. The guitar comes un-inspected, and has no case.

I do not accept returns, and it??s described as best as... more
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Vintage Harmony Ukulele 4-String Ukulele Wood Acoustic Instrument 21??

Vintage Harmony Ukulele 4-String Ukulele Wood Acoustic Instrument 21??

Massillon, Ohio, 446**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$90

Great condition. Please see photos
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Gibson L-50 L50 1930??s Guitar

Gibson L-50 L50 1930??s Guitar

Port Charlotte, Florida, 339**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$990

Perfect restoration guitar. Was handed down to me . No tag in choke , right f hole appears to say 2299-25 with the 25 in red . PLEASE REVIEW PHOTOS AS THERE IS ALOT OF DAMAGE WEAR

The Gibson L-50 L50 1930??s Guitar is a vintage acoustic guitar produced by Gibson in the 1930s. Known for its classic design and high-quality craftsmanship, this guitar is highly sought after by collectors and musicians looking for a piece of musical history. With its rich tone and vintage appeal, the ... more
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1978 FENDER PRECISION BASS OWNERS MANUAL & WARRANTY CARD PLUS BONUS

1978 FENDER PRECISION BASS OWNERS MANUAL & WARRANTY CARD PLUS BONUS

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$129

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
I know from experience that there are not a heck of a lot of 70's instrument manuals out there. This one is from a 1978 Fender Precision Bass and also includes the signed & validated wallet-sized warranty card, a rare find in itself. Also included is what I thought to be an iron-on but I'm not sure about that. The manual itself is in excellent shape and has the original serial number sticker still applied to it. It doesn't make sense ... more
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1971 FENDER JAZZ BASS OWNERS MANUAL WELL-WORN BUT INTACT & ORIGINAL

1971 FENDER JAZZ BASS OWNERS MANUAL WELL-WORN BUT INTACT & ORIGINAL

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$99

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
You can bet that there are not a heck of a lot of 70's Fender instrument manuals out there. This one is from a 1971 Fender Jazz Bass and it's in OK shape with some wear, patina and a loose cover. But even with those imperfections it will still add value to your vintage Fender Jazz Bass. Because there is no revision date inside the cover, it's perfectly suitable for Jazz Basses from 1968 thru 1975 or so.
FREE USA SHIPPING and a 30-day ... more
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1982 1983 FENDER PRECISION AND JAZZ BASS OWNERS MANUAL GREAT SHAPE & SCARCE

1982 1983 FENDER PRECISION AND JAZZ BASS OWNERS MANUAL GREAT SHAPE & SCARCE

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$75

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
While not an ancient manual by modern standards, this particular manual is scarcer than you might think. Remember, the 1982 & 83 P and J Basses with the white pickups were only made for 2 years so naturally the print run only lasted that long. This is in very nice shape, crisp & flat with no stains or fading. Both the P and J bass are mentioned and if you own either one then this manual will add much more to the value of your bass ... more
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1981 FENDER PRECISION BASS OWNERS MANUAL DECENT SHAPE WITH SLIGHT BOTTOM FOLD

1981 FENDER PRECISION BASS OWNERS MANUAL DECENT SHAPE WITH SLIGHT BOTTOM FOLD

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$69

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
This is a pretty nice owners manual with date revision 1981 making it perfect for 1981 thru 1984 USA Fender Precision Basses. It's got crisp pages, good color and minimal handling wear but has a slight crease or printing defect along the bottom of the pages. Still it's a great piece that will add value to your vintage P Bass add it includes the original heavy brown thread for hanging. Case candy for these old basses is getting a lot ... more
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Vintage 1960s Epiphone Vibrola Tailpiece Casino Sheraton Riviera Crestwood 1964

Vintage 1960's Epiphone Vibrola Tailpiece Casino Sheraton Riviera Crestwood 1964

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

$625

Nickel finish, wood insert with E logo, normal light vintage wear, light patina , Original 64 era USA part, Thanks for looking!
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Vintage Gibson SG guitar  jack and wire 1960s

Vintage Gibson SG guitar jack and wire 1960s

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

$49

Took this out of a Vintage Gibson SG guitar jack and wire 1960s as shown... more
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Vintage Kay  / harmony Archtop Acoustic Guitar body checkerboard binding

Vintage Kay / harmony Archtop Acoustic Guitar body checkerboard binding

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

$130

Vintage Kay / harmony Archtop Acoustic Guitar body checkerboard binding luthiers parts or repair... more
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Left Handed Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Harness w / Vintage Tone - ROS w / SoZo Tone Caps

Left Handed Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Harness w / Vintage Tone - ROS w / SoZo Tone Caps

Kansas City, Missouri, 641**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$152


Wiring Harness for Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Basses w / Vintage Tone Option, ROS and SoZo Tone Caps - Left Handed
I built this harness using components from many of the same suppliers that Rickenbacker also uses, and optimized it for use with the stock Hi-Gain, RIHS, or Toaster pickups. The main tone caps are SoZo .047uF spec units, while the pickup selector is made by Switchcraft. Unlike the factory harness, these pots are within 10% of rated spec, and matched in pairs to within 1% of ... more
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Vintage 1960s Harmony Acoustic Parlor Guitar Steel-Reinforced Neck 34" Long

Vintage 1960's Harmony Acoustic Parlor Guitar Steel-Reinforced Neck 34" Long

Olathe, Kansas, 660**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

This listing is for a vintage Harmony Acoustic Guitar. It's in all original unrestored condition. Needs new strings. Body and neck are in good condition. There is a small crack where neck meets the body (see pics) Thanks for looking
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1990s Fender, Korea Stratocaster Electric Guitar Single Coil, Black w /  Wh Guard

1990s Fender, Korea Stratocaster Electric Guitar Single Coil, Black w / Wh Guard

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

$450

1990s Fender MIK Stratocaster aka Strat Electric Guitar, w / 3 Single Coil P / Us, Black w / White
Up for auction we will have a couple of collectible vintage instruments, starting with this Early 1990s Fender Made in Korea Stratocaster aka Strat Electric Guitar w / 3 Single Coil P / Us, Black with White Pickguard
Second owner is reseller, who has purchased a new Roadrunner gig bag at retail of $40 additional dollars value here to more safely ship this to the winning bidder. We are ... more
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70s Epiphone Japan Black Crestwood ET-290  /  Wilshire Electric Guitar Humbuckers

70s Epiphone Japan Black Crestwood ET-290 / Wilshire Electric Guitar Humbuckers

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

$790

Vintage 1970s Black Epiphone MIJ Crestwood ET-290 / Wilshire Electric Guitar w / Humbuckers
Up for auction we have another collectible vintage instrument, a Black 1970s Epiphone Made in Japan Crestwood ET-290 / Wilshire Electric Guitar with a pair of Humbucker pick-ups
Second owner is reseller, who has purchased a new Roadrunner gig bag at retail of $40 additional value here to more safely ship this to the winning bidder. We are starting this auction with plenty of room for ... more
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RARE- 1967 Gibson LG-12- All original vintage acoustic guitar

RARE- 1967 Gibson LG-12- All original vintage acoustic guitar

Fountain Inn, South Carolina, 296**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000

This classic gem is a beauty, it??s a Gibson Lg-12 string acoustic guitar. Plays and sounds great and has that classic warmness you want out of a vintage guitar, all original. A support bar was added by a professional luthier to make sure the top remains solid. Spruce top with mahogany back and sides. Mahogany neck and original Gibson tuners. Stays in Tune great and has that classic sound those vintage Gibsons are known for. Some minor players wear that is pictured adds mojo. This model was only... more
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1976 Gibson Firebird Reverse Bicentennial Sunburst w / HSC

1976 Gibson Firebird Reverse Bicentennial Sunburst w / HSC

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

$5995

1976 Gibson Firebird Reverse Bicentennial Sunburst w / HSC
This Item Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
1976 - Bicentennial Model
Solid Three-Piece Mahogany Body In Sunburst Finish Shows Light Playwear Throughout Including Some Cosmetic Marks, Dings And Scratches (As Shown)
Two Original Gibson Firebird-Pickups Gold
Original Gold Stop Tailpiece
Original Gold Nashville Bridge
Updated Caps And Input Jack (See Photos)
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Vintage 1950s Supro 1644E "Student" Amplifier Head, for Repair or Modification

Vintage 1950s Supro 1644E "Student" Amplifier Head, for Repair or Modification

Phoenix, Arizona, 850**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

For repair or modification. No speaker, no cabinet. The fuse container threads are dinged up and won't take the nuts so I put a grommet on the inside and an O ring on the outside. Two wires are disconnected but the green / white wire has insulation on the Mallory cap post so that one is no problem. The Sangamo .02-400 cap wire goes to the fuse, I think. I did not power the unit up. The 6SJ7 tube passed emissions only. It was not tested for quality. The 5Y3-GT and the 6V6-GT tube are missing.... more
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PEAVEY 1980s Express 112 GUITAR AMPLIFIER FEATURES GUIDE - SUPER RARE SWAG

PEAVEY 1980's Express 112 GUITAR AMPLIFIER FEATURES GUIDE - SUPER RARE SWAG

Hendersonville, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$45

Paperwork from vintage Peavey Express 112 amp
Manual, detail sheet, hang tag, etc
Comes as shown
See pics
U52... more
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Vintage 1950s Guitar Kluson Nickel Tailpiece For Gibson, Harmony, Silvertone

Vintage 1950's Guitar Kluson Nickel Tailpiece For Gibson, Harmony, Silvertone

Tacoma, Washington, 984**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

This is a really nice 50's era Kluson tailpiece. I believe in nickel finish. There is some mild pitting and age on it but it could easily be buffed out and made to be super shiny, although I prefer the natural age of the piece. No breaks or any issues with how it functions. I pulled it off a vintage guitar that had a bad neck and these were used on many Gibson models like the ES125, ES150 and many Harmony and Silvertone branded Harmony guitars. This is sold as-is because it is a part for ... more
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Vintage 1960s Japan Barth Electric Guitar Project - Kawai, Teisco, Guyatone, '

Vintage 1960s Japan Barth Electric Guitar Project - Kawai, Teisco, Guyatone, '

Llano, Texas, 786**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$34

Vintage 1960's MIJ Barth Electric Guitar Project w / Original Case
I found this one at an estate sale and have no idea what it is or who made it. All I know is it is so ugly it is beautiful and instead of taking up space on my shelf it needs to find a home that will get this cool thang where it needs to be - outta' my house!
It is missing a tuner button, the electronics only pass signal when you wiggle the volume knob just right, the tremolo arm is lost to history as is the bridge pickup ... more
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Very Rare Takamine F-150 C. Bruno 1834-1984 150th Anniversary Parlor Guitar

Very Rare Takamine F-150 C. Bruno 1834-1984 150th Anniversary Parlor Guitar

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

$2500

The Takamine F-150 C. Bruno 1834-1984 150th Anniversary Parlor Guitar is a highly sought-after vintage acoustic guitar. Made in Japan in 1984, this right-handed 6-string guitar features a flat top soundboard style, making it ideal for a rich and full sound. With its limited edition design and historical significance, this rare Takamine model is a valuable addition to any collection of vintage musical instruments. Its parlor body type makes it a versatile option for various playing styles and ... more
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Vintage 1969 Gibson B-15 Mahogany Acoustic Guitar - needs bridge replaced

Vintage 1969 Gibson B-15 Mahogany Acoustic Guitar - needs bridge replaced

Canyon, Texas, 790**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$650

has damage to bridge as shown, lots of finish checking, dings scratches and play wear as shown - sold as is for repair - $65 S / H to U S.


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1964 Fender Pro Amp. Black Face Working w Original Circuitry & Tubes.

1964 Fender Pro Amp. Black Face Working w Original Circuitry & Tubes.

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

$2500

                                                      """"""""""""WILL SHIP WORLDWIDE""""""""""
Please read the entire description prior to purchase.

I??m not an amp expert and am going off of what my tech told me and found during his inspection. If anyone has any added information about this amp please feel free to send me a message. Thank... more
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AMPEG SCROLL FRETLESS BASS 1967 AUB-1 ORIGINAL BLACK FINISH RARE CLEAN STUNNING!

AMPEG SCROLL FRETLESS BASS 1967 AUB-1 ORIGINAL BLACK FINISH RARE CLEAN STUNNING!

Ferndale, Michigan, 482**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5850


Here we have a fully original 'very' early 1967 Ampeg scroll head AUB-1 fretless bass. The bass is 100% original and has a factory rare 'black' finish on top of the original 2 tone black-red finish as seen in pictures. Serial# 865. The CTS pots read 1376701 or the first week of 1967 making this a 'very' early 1967.
It is with a saddened heart I am selling this bass and the rest of my late employee-good friend's instrument collection. He was a great bassist and doubled on saxophone. We ... more
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RARE! 1978 Ibanez Iceman IC300 ? % Original W /  OHSC - ONLY 91 EVER In 1978

RARE! 1978 Ibanez Iceman IC300 ? % Original W / OHSC - ONLY 91 EVER In 1978

Hurst, Texas, 760**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3299

The IC300 was introduced in 1978. Made in Japan by Fujigen. This one is all original and super clean! Only 91 IC300??s produced in 1978 and only 46 in 1979. Total production of only 137 guitars EVER! Rare! I prefer a local Dallas / FW sale.
Be sure to ask questions, as ALL SALES ARE FINAL The Fretboard Music Co. is dedicated to bringing you the finest vintage guitars and related equipment. On occasion, we dable in other realms of collectibles and Rolex and collectible watches, so you will ... more
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1972 - 1974 Gibson J45 with Original Case Made In USA

1972 - 1974 Gibson J45 with Original Case Made In USA

Dallas, Texas, 752**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3850

The 1972 - 1974 Gibson J45 is a classic right-handed acoustic guitar with a jumbo body type and a flat top soundboard style. Made in the USA by Gibson, this 6-string guitar comes with its original case and embodies the craftsmanship and quality that the brand is known for. Perfect for folk and country musicians, this vintage Gibson J45 delivers a warm and rich sound that has been sought after by countless artists over the years.... more
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Fender 1987 57 Avri Stratocaster Blonde American Vintage Reissue Mary Kaye

Fender 1987 '57 Avri Stratocaster Blonde American Vintage Reissue Mary Kaye

Dallas, Texas, 752**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3850

Beautiful 1987 Fender Mary Kaye ?57 reissue Stratocaster and original tweed case. Rare. First custom shops run of 500
Wonderful tone and playability
Please feel free to ask any and all questions. I am happy to help
Thank you,
Joe... more
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VINTAGE EPIPHONE BASS EZ PROJECTPARTS REPAIR

VINTAGE EPIPHONE BASS EZ PROJECTPARTS REPAIR

USA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$101

ANY REPAIR / PROJECT / PARTS items are not plug and play, all need work. ALL of them. There is no guarantee they are useable, will work properly, or will ever play again regardless of how talented you are, if you have the skills to complete or not, or how much time and money you put into them. Any hidden, or unmentioned issues after the fact, are up to the buyer to address. All measurements are APPROX. Use the PICS for overall condition, any text is just a general overview
Same ... more
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1960s Kalamazoo / gibson Antique Acoustic Guitar Kg-10

1960s Kalamazoo / gibson Antique Acoustic Guitar Kg-10

Bridgeton, New Jersey, 083**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

This is a Kalamazoo made by Gibson acoustic guitar they had a run in the 30s-early 40s and a run in the 60s k had stumbled across this guitar with very little info and from what I have found I do believe it is a kg-10 the body is not warped the tuners turn and are pretty clean for age the high e string peg has been changed to a dowel probably got lost through out time the neck maybe alittle
Boed need truss rod adjustment looking to sell if anybody off can provide me more info would be greatly... more
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Vintage Gibson BR-9 Lap Steel guitar with Case - Used

Vintage Gibson BR-9 Lap Steel guitar with Case - Used

Berkley, Massachusetts, 027**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$640

My first Hawaiian guitar was from the Sears catalog in 1959??in 1961 I got a Fender double neck Stringmaster. Then in 1963, with the British Invasion, I switched to bass guitar. It wasn??t until 1995 I started playing the steel guitar again with this guitar. The stickers are still on it, it??s how I learned to play in A6th tuning. Thirty years ago I put new strings on it and they still sound great. The only other thing I??ve done is to use DeoxIT Contact Cleaner on the volume knobs and jack plug... more
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Gibson Sonex 180 Deluxe With Hard Case

Gibson Sonex 180 Deluxe With Hard Case

Newaygo, Michigan, 493**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$900

The Gibson Sonex 180 Deluxe is a vintage electric guitar from 1980, featuring a solid body and a 6-string configuration. This model, known as the Gibson Sonex-180 Deluxe, is highly sought after by collectors and musicians for its classic design and superior craftsmanship. The guitar comes with a hard case for added protection and transport convenience, making it a valuable addition to any vintage musical instrument collection. Just had a luthier check it out and set it up. Repaired a small crack... more
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Vintage rare Jordan Electronics Vico Vibe

Vintage rare Jordan Electronics Vico Vibe

Las Vegas, Nevada, 891**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$399

For sale in working condition is a Vintage rare Jordan Electronics Vico Vibe. Pots are a little scratchy, new battery installed. As is Sale, No Returns.... more
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1965 PRE-CBS FENDER PRECISION BASS CHROME COVER SET W / SCREWS GOOD FOOR 1962-1973

1965 PRE-CBS FENDER PRECISION BASS CHROME COVER SET W / SCREWS GOOD FOOR 1962-1973

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$149

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
This is a nice original chrome cover set from a 1965 Fender Precision Bass. Of course the set is also correct for 1962 thru 1973 P Basses. The chrome is in excellent condition with some minor oxidation (no rust) and fine scratches but this is a solid set. They will easily polish up if so desired but then you would ruin the vintage vibe of these covers. The (4) screws are original with some minor oxidation and some surface rust.
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1975 USA FENDER PRECISION BASS CHROME COVER SET W / SCREWS GOOD FOOR 1974-1979

1975 USA FENDER PRECISION BASS CHROME COVER SET W / SCREWS GOOD FOOR 1974-1979

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$109

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
This is a nice original chrome cover set from a 1975 Fender Precision Bass. The set is also correct for 1974 thru 1979 P Basses. The chrome is in beautiful condition with no hint of rust or oxidation & no scratches. As you can see the front cover has the very rounded shape along with the smooth underside and factory markings for the adhesive mute strip (not included). The (4) screws are original with some minor oxidation.
FREE USA... more
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EARLY 1970s FENDER PRECISION BASS THUMBREST THE MAROON COLORED ONE FOR 1968-1973

EARLY 1970s FENDER PRECISION BASS THUMBREST THE MAROON COLORED ONE FOR 1968-1973

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$85

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
This is a clean and very solid thumbrest from a 1971 Fender Precision Bass. It's not dented or warped like a lot of them are and includes (2) original mounting screws. These are very hard to find because the deep maroon ones were only made for a few years. Fender discontinued them because they actually stained the pickguards, especially white ones. I always loved seeing the maroon outline when I removed them for playing. The screws are in ... more
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1965 GIBSON EB-O or EB-3 CHROME PICKUP COVER HANDREST CORRECT FOR 1965-1968

1965 GIBSON EB-O or EB-3 CHROME PICKUP COVER HANDREST CORRECT FOR 1965-1968

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
This is a chrome cover from a 1965 EB-O that will also fit an EB-3 bass. This one is correct for models from mid-1965 thru 1968 but will also fit 1962 thru early-1965 models as well. The only difference is that these earlier ones would have a nickel finish but they still have the same dimensions. These have been somewhat hard to locate lately simple because a lot of them were thrown away or misplaced by their original owners. This one has ... more
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1968 GIBSON EB SERIES, LES PAUL BASS CHROME TUNERS SET OF (4) WITH SCREWS

1968 GIBSON EB SERIES, LES PAUL BASS CHROME TUNERS SET OF (4) WITH SCREWS

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$225

"IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR" SALE& FREE USA SHIPPING!
This is a chrome set of (4) tuners from a 1968 EB-O that will also fit EB-2 and EB-3 basses. These are correct for models from 1968 thru 1972. Vintage Fender bass tuners are a dime-a-dozen (well maybe not that cheap) but these areextrremely difficult to fins as a complete set. All (4) tuners are in great shape and operate very smoothly; these were made by Schaller and are branded 'Gibson' on the little dust cover. Includes the mounting ... more
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Vintage Unbranded Parlor Acoustic Guitar 6-String Trapeze Tailpiece Project

Vintage Unbranded Parlor Acoustic Guitar 6-String Trapeze Tailpiece Project

Birmingham, Alabama, 352**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$40

Vintage Unbranded Acoustic Guitar
Parlor Size 6-String Acoustic
Floating Bridge & Trapeze Tailpiece
This is a vintage parlor-style acoustic guitar, likely from the mid-20th century. Characterized by its smaller body size, this type of instrument was common as a student or "catalog" guitar. It features a flat top, round soundhole, a floating bridge, and a separate metal trapeze tailpiece, a design common in that era. The guitar is being sold as a project for repair or for decorative ... more
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Rickenbacker 4001 / 3 Wiring harness w / Vintage Tone Control - Stereo / Mono Outputs

Rickenbacker 4001 / 3 Wiring harness w / Vintage Tone Control - Stereo / Mono Outputs

Kansas City, Missouri, 641**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$132

Wiring Harness for Rickenbacker 4001 / 4003 Basses w / Vintage Tone Option

 I built this harness using components from many of the same suppliers that Rickenbacker also uses, and optimized it for use with the stock Hi-Gain, RIHS, or Toaster pickups. The main tone caps are Sprague 047uF spec units, while the pickup selector is made by Switchcraft. Unlike the factory harness, these pots are within 10% of rated spec, and matched in pairs to within 1% of each other. The neck pickup ... more
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Vintage Parlor 60s Kadent Harmony Acoustic Guitar Steel Reinforced Neck USA Made

Vintage Parlor 60s Kadent Harmony Acoustic Guitar Steel Reinforced Neck USA Made

Oswego, New York, 131**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

The Vintage 60s Kadent Acoustic Guitar with a steel reinforced neck is a sought-after collector's item for guitar enthusiasts. This right-handed 6-string parlor guitar from the Vintage series by Kadent offers a nostalgic touch with its classic design and craftsmanship. Perfect for players looking to add a unique and timeless piece to their collection or for those who appreciate the sound and feel of vintage guitars
American Made Dart AdjustoMatic Parlor Style Guitar.
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Vintage 1940??s Harmony Round-Up Jumbo Acoustic Guitar

Vintage 1940??s Harmony Round-Up Jumbo Acoustic Guitar

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 191**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

Vintage Harmony (or Supertone) ?Round-Up?? jumbo acoustic c. 1940??s
Guitar is in rough shape, but has a lot of potential??
Lots to scratches and scrapes, one crack on the back, very high action??
Excellent candidate for a restoration / x-brace conversion.
Please see pics for condition and feel free to ask any questions, I will answer to the best of my ability.... more
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Gibson ES-175D 1970 - Cherry Sunburst

Gibson ES-175D 1970 - Cherry Sunburst

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

$6899

Here we have a vintage 1970 Gibson ES-175D hollow body electric guitar! This one is in very good condition and features a cherry sunburst finish
Specs include a maple body, rosewood fingerboard, mahogany neck, rosewood bridge and parallel-o-gram inlays. It has double line double ring tuners, a multiply black guard and witch hat knobs. The nut width is 1 11 / 16" and the guitar has its original patent number sticker pickups
This one is in very good condition overall and quite original. ... more
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1961 Fender Stratocaster Neck Plate

1961 Fender Stratocaster Neck Plate

Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

This neck plate came off of an old Stratocaster that I bought in the mid-2000??s. It would work for any Fender guitar built in 1961.
I am parting out a parts-caster that I bought in the mid 2000??s. I am listing what I believe to be original vintage parts from that guitar. The neck plate is dated to 1961. Please see my other auctions.... more
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Pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster Body. Strat. White.

Pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster Body. Strat. White.

Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

This is the body of a Stratocaster that I bought about 20 years ago. It looks like a vintage Strat body but the body is mahogany. My understanding is that during the early 1960??s Fender built custom mahogany bodied guitars per special order. But my impression is that they were typically finished sunburst. This is not sunburst.
The body is very resonant, and heavier than an alder body. The lacquer checking looks like it??s full of dirt, but that is the color of the mahogany showing through. ... more
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Pre-CBS 1961 Fender Stratocaster Neck Screws. Set of 4 Nickel.

Pre-CBS 1961 Fender Stratocaster Neck Screws. Set of 4 Nickel.

Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

This is a set of four neck screws from an undated vintage slab Fender Stratocaster.
I am parting out a parts-caster that I bought in the mid 2000??s. I am listing what I believe to be original vintage parts from that guitar. The neck plate is dated to 1961. Please see my other auctions.... more
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Pre-CBS Vintage 1961 ? Fender Stratocaster Slab Undated Neck

Pre-CBS Vintage 1961 ? Fender Stratocaster Slab Undated Neck

Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

Here is an undated Stratocaster slab neck that has had a tough life. It comes with string tree and tuner ferrules. The decals have been removed but an impression and lacquer shadow can be seen but is hard to see in the photos. A couple of photos capture this partially. In addition the neck has been oversprayed by what appears to be lacquer. Three of the clay dots have been replaced with not great matches. Huge wide frets were installed that are not properly shaped or dressed, the 3rd through the... more
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RARE Sears Model 125 XL Vintage Guitar Amplifier Solid State Reverb

RARE Sears Model 125 XL Vintage Guitar Amplifier Solid State Reverb

Carver, Massachusetts, 023**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

RARE Sears Model 125 XL Vintage Guitar Amplifier Solid State Reverb . Shipped with USPS Ground Advantage.... more
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Vintage Gibson Skylark GA-5T Guitar Tube Amplifier

Vintage Gibson Skylark GA-5T Guitar Tube Amplifier

Troy, Michigan, 480**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$850

Beautifully restored original
As far as I the local vintage sound store employees can tell, this amp is all original. Tubes may have been updated / replaced at some point, but all fire up when on. works as it should, however the plug is a bit finicky. I didn't replace it (as is recommended) to accommodate a ground wire, in case buyer was looking for a pure original. Because of this, this amp is Sold As Is, but is in working condition (except for stated finicky plug)
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1951 USA MAGNATONE  Lyric 8 String Steel GUITAR Body Vintage Project Part

1951 USA MAGNATONE Lyric 8 String Steel GUITAR Body Vintage Project Part

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

$295

Normal light vintage wear, no extra drilled holes, includes acrylic marker board, string nut and arm rest block, Thanks for looking
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1973 Hagstrom Swede Bass

1973 Hagstrom Swede Bass The Hagstrom Swede bass, or model HB 903, was only built in small numbers: just 1479 basses shipped between 1971 and 1976. Unlike the current range of Hagstrom guitars, the 1950s-1980s Hagstroms were built in Sweden. This example comes from 1973 and is pretty typical: translucent cherry finish, mahogany body, mahogany neck with an ebony fretboard. It's a really nice bass, beautifully appointed with a very wide tonal range, and a great playing feel. It is relatively heavy though for a mahogany instrument, mostly due to its thick solid body. Very cool bass, and certainly one of the very best basses produced by Hagstrom.

1973 Shaftesbury 3400

1973 Shaftesbury 3400 This example of the Shaftesbury 3400 was produced by Japanese manufacturer Matsumoku who made some great quality guitars in the 1970s and 1980s. This is a slightly later example, and has some features not seen on earlier 3400s. Although nice guitars, these are not in the same league as the Gibson Les Paul it was emulating (no set neck, no carved maple top); but they are far better than many of the entry-level Les Paul copies available in the mid-1970s - for example the Shaftesbury 3400 has gold plated hardware, a solid body bound front and back, Maxon brand humbuckers and nice inlaid neck and headstock.

1971 Epiphone 1802T

1971 Epiphone 1802T The Epiphone 1802T was the early name given to the Epiphone ET-270 and derived from an existing Aria guitar, also the 1802T. This was the first of the 1970s Epiphone solid bodies made in Japan by Matsumoku.The model evolved somewhat over its short production run: the very earliest examples were very similar to the Aria, sharing the same body shape, hardware, and clear-coated neck with Fender-style headstock with decal logo. By the time it was designated the Epiphone ET-270 it had been upgraded with the classic Epiphone-style headstock, with nice inlaid logo, and Epiphone 'E' motifs on the truss rod cover and scratchplate. This example from 1971 is somewhere in between with the Epiphone-style headstock, but with silk-screened logo, and no 'E's.

1971 Shaftesbury 3400

1971 Shaftesbury 3400Shaftesbury was a brand distributed by Rose-Morris in the UK - generally imported guitars from Italy or Japan. This guitar, model 3400 was produced by Matsumoku in Japan, and was one of the earliest Les Paul copy guitars, debuting in the UK in 1969, although the same guitar was also sold as the Univox U1982 'Rhythm and Blues' by Merson in the USA as early as 1968. It was also available in different territories under different marques, most obviously the Aria 5522 (Japan), Jedson Jet 4444 (UK, Dallas Arbiter), with no doubt many more examples worldwide.

1981 Gibson Victory MVX

1981 Gibson Victory MV-XThe Gibson Victory MV-X, or Victory 'Multi-Voice' 10, was so-named because of the 10 distinct switch settings: although on first glance this guitar is very much a 'super-strat', with its three-pickup 5-way switch wiring configuration, the original advertising, sounds like... all of 'em underlines that this isn't just a Stratocaster copy, having the sounds of both Gibson humbuckers and Fender single coils available with a flick of a switch. The model was short-lived, with the first instruments shipping from Kalamazoo in Summer of 1981, and the last (excluding any stragglers) leaving Nashville by early 1982. This one was stamped on August 3rd 1981 in Kalamazoo.

1970 Rosetti Epiphone guitar catalogue

1970 Rosetti Epiphone guitar catalogScan of 1970 Epiphone guitar catalogue produced by Rosetti for the UK market. Undated but most likely from mid-late 1970, this was the first UK catalogue to show the new range of Japanese (Matsumoku) Epiphone guitars. Interestingly, these pages show the Epiphone solid bodies with a single-sided Fender-style headstock layout - a feature quickly replaced with a typical two-sided Epiphone headstock almost immediately. Epiphone electric guitars: 9520, 9525; bass guitars: 9521, 9526; acoustic guitars: 6730, 6830, 6834

A World of Guitars by Rosetti - 1971

1971 A World of Guitars by Rosetti catalogueScan of 1971 Rosetti catalogue (UK) featuring guitars from from numerous manufacturers worldwide: guitars by Epiphone, Hagstrom, Levin, Hoyer, Egmond, Eros, Moridaira, Kiso-Suzuki, Schaller, and Tatra.

1971 Selmer guitar catalogue

1971 Selmer guitar catalogueScan of 1971 Selmer guitar catalogue showing the range of electric and acoustic guitars distributed by the company: guitars by Gibson, Yamaha, Selmer, Hofner and Suzuki. 1960s Selmer had always placed Hofner at the front end of their catalogues, no doubt these were the better sellers - but into the 1970s Hofner were slipping somewhat and only appear at the tail end of this publication, pride of place going to Gibson, and to a lesser extent Yamaha. In fact this is the last Selmer catalogue to include the many Hofner hollow bodies (Committee, President, Senator etc) that had defined the companies output for so many years - to be replaced in the 1972 catalogue by generic solid body 'copies' of Gibson and Fender models. A number of new Gibson models are included for the first time: the SG-100 and SG-200 six string guitars and the SB-300 and SB-400 basses.

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

1970s Shaftesbury 3263 bass Rose-Morris were selling Shaftesbury-branded Rickenbacker copy instruments from the late 1960s right through the 1970s. The 3263 bass was one of the first models, (alongside the 3261 six string and 3262 twelve string) available from late 1968 until about 1974. The earliest incarnation was a set neck bass, produced very briefly in Japan. But production quickly moved to Italy. This bolt-on neck example was built by Eko, in Recanati, using the same hardware and pickups as fitted to Eko, and Vox basses built around the same time. It's certainly a fine looking bass, and not a bad player either.

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

1966 Vox New Escort The Vox New Escort was Vox's version of the Fender Telecaster, at a time when American guitars were out of reach for most British musicians. It was made by JMI in England, for the British market, and unlike the majority of other models, didn't have an Italian-made equivalent. But the New Escort wasn't a slavish Fender copy, adding Vox's stylish teardrop headstock to the tele-style body, with a stop tailpiece and two Vox V2 single coil pickups. And it's a pretty substantial, and nice playing guitar, with a very comfortable neck. Check out the images, specifications, and watch a video of it in action. There is also extra content in the vintageguitarandbass supporting members area.

1969 Fender catalog, Fender Lovin' Care

1969 Fender catalog, Fender Lovin Care Catalog scan. The 1969 Fender Lovin' Care catalog consisted of 48 pages of electric guitars, basses, amplifiers, steel guitars, acoustic guitars, banjos and keyboards. Like the previous catalog, this featured the company's guitars in a variety of interesting settings around California, from the Whiskey-A-Go-Go, to the Hollywood Bowl. Several instruments were making their first appearance amongst it's pages: the Telecaster bass, Montego and LTD jazz guitars, and the Redondo acoustic. It was the final catalog appearance, however, of the Electric XII, Bass V, Duo-Sonic, Coronado I and Coronado Bass I.

1973 Eko Ranger Folk

1973 Eko Ranger Folk The Eko Ranger series of guitars was incredibly popular in the second half of the 1960s and through the 1970s, selling in very large numbers. The Ranger Folk was 1 1/4" smaller, and 1" shallower than the Ranger VI and XII - and with a narrower waist. Not a bad guitar; a little quiet, but pretty playable. These were great value in 1973, and because they sold so many, they are easy to find and excellent value today.

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