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    1. Re: duosonics
      Dave Dorman

      : collector, looking to purchase Duo Sonics.
      : let me know what you have

      Hi:
      I have a 1962 sunburst (plate #77732) & (original case)
      guitar = excellent case= so-so

      I am thinking about selling it.

    1. Re: fender starcaster
      Michel Landry

      Hi, i live in Canada and i have a Fender Starcaster, black body, natural and white , i have pictures if you’r still looking for one… Thanks…

      : i have been searching for a fender starcaster with no luck, any imformation about where to find one or how would be much appreciated

    2. Re: fender starcaster/An offer - maybe still for sale??
      frank

      : i have been searching for a fender starcaster with no luck, any imformation about where to find one or how would be much appreciated

      1977 Fender Starcaster "White" Prime Example!! Just out of a Collection!! Double Bound, Double Cutaway, Asymetrical Body, Maple Top, Sides and Back, Humbucking Pickups, 5 Knobs, 1 Switch on Upper Treble Bout, Maple Neck/Board with Large Headstock and Bullet Truss Rod. 100% Original. EXC+ w/OHSC $2150 · Rumble Seat Music 121 W. State St. Ithaca, NY 14850 Phone: (607) 277-9236 Fax: (607) 277-4593

    1. Re: 1975 fender f-85 acoustic 6 string
      Shannon W.

      Mike- I just bought one (used of coursE) hardshell case included with tools for $214.00. Now that may have been too much but thought yah’s like to know.

      1. Re: 1975 fender f-85 acoustic 6 string
        Vikaris

        Hi Mike I am also interested in the value of the same guitar as I have one here in Australia I can buy.
        It is in excellent condition and they are asking $800:00 for it (about 400 of yours roughly) Any thoughts appreciated.

    1. Re: Wanted fender mustang
      david L'Heureux

      : i am looking for a fender mustang i dont care what color conditon or year i just need one but preferably under 500$ email me please I know where there is one in original metalic blue like new, if interested e mail back.

  1. can't reference fender strat serial #
    Scott

    I bought a fender strat with a serial number that starts with MN. I can’t find any website that can tell me what kind of strat that is. There are 6 numbers after the N. I thought maybe the M stands for made in Mexico, but that is just a guess. Nobody can help me so far. I appreciate any help that you can give. Thanks

      1. Re: can't reference fender strat serial ....a little help inside!!
        Ryan

        It is a california series. It was not assembled in mexico, just painted there. They are actually rare and good guitars.

      2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... frank
        frank

        : I bought a fender strat with a serial number that starts with MN. I can’t find any website that can tell me what kind of strat that is. There are 6 numbers after the N. I thought maybe the M stands for made in Mexico, but that is just a guess. Nobody can help me so far. I appreciate any help that you can give. Thanks

        Other Fender Serial Number Schemes.
        Fender has recently (in the last 20 years) introduced LOTS of different serial numbers schemes, depending on the country the Fender was made (USA, Mexico, Japan, Korea, etc). Not all schemes are covered here! Sorry, since I do not collect new Fenders, I don’t really keep track of these things. Below are some examples of letter prefixes used in recent serial number schemes.
        V : this prefix used for US made "vintage reissue" models, 1982 to present.
        25 + 4 digits : 1979 to 1980 Anniversary Stratocaster.
        AMXN : "AMX" means assembled in Mexico with American parts,
        "N" is the decade (1990s).
        MN : "M" means Mexican made, "N" is the decade (1990s).
        C : this prefix used in 1982.
        D : this prefix used in late 1981 to early 1982.
        GO : this prefix used in the early 1980s.
        SE : this prefix means a Signature Edition, 1982 to present.
        4 digit decal on back of peghead: custom order model 1987 to present.

  2. NEED INFORMATION on old AIRLINE acoustic guitar
    Jason A. Graham

    My family recently acquired an old, acoustic guitar. It was made by "Airline", and is in fair condition. I was hoping to attain some information about its possible origin. Do you have any idea of the dates that the acoustics were produced?

    1. Re: NEED INFORMATION on old AIRLINE acoustic guitar ... Some info inside
      frank

      : My family recently acquired an old, acoustic guitar. It was made by "Airline", and is in fair condition. I was hoping to attain some information about its possible origin. Do you have any idea of the dates that the acoustics were produced?

      frank wrote:

      See SUPRO. Instruments previously manufactured by Valco in Chicago, Illinois during the 1960s. See chapter on House Brands.

      This trademark has been identified as a House Brand of the Montgomery Wards department store chain. Author/researcher Willie G. Moseley indicates that the unique body design is proprietary to the Airline brand. Models can be found constructed of both Res-O-Glas (a hollow fiberglass body) and wood.
      Valco began building solid body wood instruments in 1952, and built fiberglass body electric guitars from 1962 to 1966. The basic Airline wood body guitar came in sunburst finishes; and the deluxe Res-O-Glas two piece modeled bodies came with either one or two pickups, a wood bolt-on neck, and 20 frets on the 24 1/2" scale neck. The top of Airline headstocks, just like the Nationals, ran low-to-high from the left to the right. Not that it matters with regard to playability and tone, but Supros dipped the headstock in the opposite way.

      (Source: Willie G. Moseley, Stellas & Stratocasters)

      greetz

      frank

      1. Re: NEED INFORMATION on old AIRLINE acoustic guitar ... Some info inside
        Dave Davenport

        I also have an old Airline but on the inside is stamped
        N-15
        is this a model or S/N can this say when the guitar was made????

    1. Re: SRV Strat serial numbers
      Steve

      I wonder as well.. My SRV serial # is SE 926631 (the SE stands for Signature Edition) – which would seem to indicate a production year of ’89 or ’90 when I know for a fact that this model was not introduced into production until ’92. Maybe I am in posession of a prototype. Stevie Ray Vaughn did indeed collaborate on this guitar model before his death in 1990. If anyone can offer any insight – it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks……

      1. Re: SRV Strat serial numbers
        Jeanette

        I too am looking for some insight into the SRV serial no. Anyone? From what I have been able to gather the only way to determine the age is by taking the neck off. Would appreciate any info re the Fender SE serial no.s

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Eric
      Eric

      What are some of the SRV Signature Strat’s serial numbers if anyone knows? Is a serial number of SZ2108843 significant in anyway? Or do the fender people just slap any old serial number on the guitars?

  3. WANTED - Les Paul Custom ***SILVERBURST***
    Kevin Kisiel

    Looking for a Gibson les paul custom in the sivlerburst finish, hopefully in good condition, no preference of year. Please Help!

    1. Re: WANTED - Les Paul Custom ***SILVERBURST***
      DAVID C. GRIMES

      : Looking for a Gibson les paul custom in the sivlerburst finish, hopefully in good condition, no preference of year. Please Help!

      1985 LES PAUL CUSTOM SILVERBURST 9.0. EMAIL ME

      1. Re: WANTED - Les Paul Custom ***SILVERBURST***
        Dale

        : : Looking for a Gibson les paul custom in the sivlerburst finish, hopefully in good condition, no preference of year. Please Help!

        I have a 1980 silverburst in Very Good cond. Email me. Dale

      2. Re: WANTED - Les Paul Custom ***SILVERBURST***
        Dale

        : : Looking for a Gibson les paul custom in the sivlerburst finish, hopefully in good condition, no preference of year. Please Help!

        : 1985 LES PAUL CUSTOM SILVERBURST 9.0. EMAIL ME

        I have a 1980 silverburst in Very Good cond. Email me. Dale

      1. Re: Looking for Fender Jaguar
        Andre Louw

        : : im looking for a white fender Jaguar
        I have a ’62 Blond, serial number 89214, made 1 Oct 1962.
        Have you found one yet? I am based in South Africa
        Andre Louw

        1. Re: Looking for Fender Jaguar
          Lynn Talaska

          : : : im looking for a white fender Jaguar
          : I have a ’62 Blond, serial number 89214, made 1 Oct 1962.
          : Have you found one yet? I am based in South Africa
          : Andre Louw

          We have a ’62 olympic white with original hard case. Email me if interested and I’ll send pictures.

  4. FOR SALE: Custom built Stratocaster w/all U.S. Parts
    Jeff

    FEATURING:

    Brand new Fender Lonestar Stratocaster neck w/Rosewood Fretboard. Warmouth Alder body w/quilted Maple top. Guitar done in a black stain w/clear nitrocelluose laquer. Razor brand pickups – vintage and high output sounds. All gold hardware with vintage tremelo and two-tone gold spertzel locking tuners. Fender tweed hardshell case included.

    A one-of-a-kind, beautiful, hand-crafted instrument. As nice, or nicer, than any Fender custom shop Stratocaster ever made.

    Only $1,200 – FIRM

    If interested email for photo collection.
    [email protected]

  5. HELP ME!!!!
    mikey

    i have an interesting question regarding a guitar my parents gave me, i wanna know what type it is, i have seen nothing like it, i suppose it is a japanese import… it has an input for a patch cord and an audio video cord input. as well it is white, with a marbelled purply brown faceplate, with a metal thing attached on the inside, a square? don’t know what it is for, it has two switches, it’s head is wierd shaped, with sort of a gibson styling, (pegs on either side) any help or ideas or photos will be happily accepted

  6. ovation ultra gs 1414-8 and black jack double cutaway semi-hollowbody
    jeff

    i’m looking for information on a ovation ultra gs-1414-8 and a blackjack double cutaway semi-hollow body. the blackjack guitar says on the bolt on neck cover japan but no model or serial number. any information on who the parent company of blackjack was or is. if the guitar has any value and if it would be worth keeping. on the ovation ultra gs, it is a solid body i need info on the materials used in making it, the pick-ups that were used the years it was in production, and an estimation of value.

  7. ovation ultra gs 1414-8 and black jack single cutaway semi-hollowbody
    jeff

    i’m looking for information on a ovation ultra gs-1414-8 and a blackjack double cutaway semi-hollow body. the blackjack guitar says on the bolt on neck cover japan but no model or serial number. any information on who the parent company of blackjack was or is. if the guitar has any value and if it would be worth keeping. on the ovation ultra gs, it is a solid body i need info on the materials used in making it, the pick-ups that were used the years it was in production, and an estimation of value.

  8. Emperador Classical, any info appreciated
    Sam Stephenson

    Hi! I’ve never tried to find out about a guitar I picked up at a garage sale in 1990, and now when I’d like to, the info is scarce.
    It’s an Emperador classical, and has the number 272 on the lip.
    It sounds good and is in good condition. How old is it? Does the company still exist? And, anything else. . .. thanks!
    Sam

    1. Re: Emperador Classical, any info appreciated
      T. Taylor

      : Hi! I’ve never tried to find out about a guitar I picked up at a garage sale in 1990, and now when I’d like to, the info is scarce.
      : It’s an Emperador classical, and has the number 272 on the lip.
      : It sounds good and is in good condition. How old is it? Does the company still exist? And, anything else. . .. thanks!
      : Sam

      I, too, have an old Emperador guitar – I inherited mine. It is a 12 string, and after being in storage for years, was still in tune. The model number and serial number have been scratched out. I can not find any information about these guitars, either. If you find something, please let me know. Thanks!

      1. Re: Emperador Classical, any info appreciated
        mikey

        : : Hi! I’ve never tried to find out about a guitar I picked up at a garage sale in 1990, and now when I’d like to, the info is scarce.
        : : It’s an Emperador classical, and has the number 272 on the lip.
        : : It sounds good and is in good condition. How old is it? Does the company still exist? And, anything else. . .. thanks!
        : : Sam

        : I, too, have an old Emperador guitar – I inherited mine. It is a 12 string, and after being in storage for years, was still in tune. The model number and serial number have been scratched out. I can not find any information about these guitars, either. If you find something, please let me know. Thanks!

        yup same here got the same 4 string, still has frets, it’s got black with sunburst red, one tone one volume.

  9. lotus and travis acoustic guitars
    Bryan Maddux

    i have a Lotus L 57 ESS aoustic/electric and a Travis Model T836. if you can give me dealer info or if there is a dealer still alive that we be greatly appriciated.

  10. srv neck what is it a soft v
    denny

    i want to buy a stevie ray vaughan neck like the one on his number one strat but i do not know what i am looking for if any body knows i whould be very happy thank you

    1. Re: srv neck what is it a soft v
      Louie

      It is a copy of a 1962 neck w/ bass frets. It was made exclusively for SRV by the Fender Custom Shop. If you want an exact dupe, you’ll have to have it custom made.

    1. Re: Elk guitar origin.
      Frank Goreth

      : I have a double pickup solid body Elk guitar–Does anyone know the origin of these guitars?

      Hi Bob,

      I owned an ELK Les Paul Custom copy around 1975/76. It was a 2nd hand deal, so I suggest it was built in the early 70’s. My former guitar dealer told me they were built in Japan by Aria as a second brand, but I never found out if it’s true. It was a mid-class guitar this time, unlikely to an Ibanez or the original Gibsons. It had a set neck which was wonderful to play, but unfortunately a semi-hollow-body. So it was light like a Strat but it didn’t gave you the sustain of the "Paula".
      I sold it 1982 – but in our days I would like to have it back (just for nostalgic reasons). But I gave up playing and so life goes on….. (pls excuse me for my very poor english – but this mail did about 5’000 mls from Germany to reach your mailbox…..)Keep on rockin’ Frank

  11. serious les paul collectors
    Alex Vega

    I SELL A RARE GIBSON LES PAUL brown sunburst, dot inlayed, BLACK pick gurad and BLACK selector guard, serial number 83445502 (check it out), staring at $12,000.00 as it is.
    the painting is worned out in several places and the tunning pegs r not the originals,(i wont repair o replace anything),
    and the frets has a normal worn.
    the top is loosen near the knobs a little.
    it rock & rolls like hell!!
    it was found in a vintage instruments store in monterrey mexico, nearly two hours from the border with texas, where not too many peoploe know about lp´s.
    japanesse buyers seem interested but i cant take it that far.

    mail for pics!, check it out! check the serial number!
    only serious bidders…

  12. ventura 175
    jamo

    I have a Ventura ES-175 copy, no documentation. Does anyone know anything about this guitar? Pickups are a cross between P-90’s and Filtertron (I suspect, the electrics are dodgy and I am fixing them this week). Otherwise, sounds cool & very playable. Email me for pic. Thanks, Jamo

    1. Re: ventura 175
      Colojimbo

      I think i recently purchased the same guitar. It looks like a 175, it has the old pickups and it has a lot of switches. it sounds and plays good. It says Ventura on the headstock and made in Japan on the neckplate.

    1. Re: LOTUS LES PAUL
      chuck allen

      :I bought one at a local pawn shop for 78.00 tabacco burst-love the finish on this axe. made in japan on heel plate. plays good sounded ok but not like a humbuckers so i tore one apart and couldnt belive what i found. It was a single coil configuration that was made from scraps, wow it looked like it could of been a magnet dropped in a barrel of bolts and washers and pulled out sodered in a HB cover. I replaced with mighty mite motherbuckers. I have to say i was impressed with this one!!!! I own a LesPaul Classic and though its not near the guitar, it will save me from have to hoover over my Paul at gigs!!!

    2. Re: LOTUS LES PAUL
      Jake Schmidt

      i actually have the same problem, i recently came into possession of a lotus les paul, i got it for free, and i have no idea of value or year, it still has the inspection sticker and signature on the sticker, and the made in india sticker, and serial number j3230, any ideas where to look?

    3. Re: LOTUS LES PAUL
      Scott

      : TRYING TO FIND INFO ON THE LOTUS LES PAUL EDITION HAS SERIAL NUMBERS 844164. WHERE CAN I FIND INFO ON WHEN AND WHERE MADE AND SOME IDEA OF VALUE?

      A friend of mine gave me his in trade for some old Wilson golf clubs. This baby has been through the ringer, but it has held togther like a Sherman tank! Mine is very rare, in that it is a glossed plywood finish with no paint and a maple fretboard. I replaced the hardware, got the frets filed, replaced the nut, threw in a GFS classic staggered pickup in the bridge position, had a full professional setup done and this thing is as good if not better than many Gibson Les Pauls that I have ever played. This thing is the Holy Grail for me. I absolutely love it. The tone is very sweet and the sustain is better than any of my Stratocaters! Hold on to that guitar! A lot of people are snatching up those Lotus axes and other late 70’s early 80’s Japanese guitars because their value is now being fully realized.
      Good luck and ROCK ON!

      -Scott

      1. Re: LOTUS LES PAUL
        BIG GEORGE

        the real answer is it’s worth what someone will pay for it. I got mine at a pawn shop for 250 with original hardshell case. Needed a bit of setup and i’m not perfectly happy with the tuners and the pickups are a bit muddy but the bones of a great guitar are there. at least until i get me Gibson LP. it’s the closest to the real thing i’ve played….

    4. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... BUTCH CATES
      BUTCH CATES

      TRYING TO FIND INFO ON THE LOTUS LES PAUL EDITION HAS SERIAL NUMBERS 844164. WHERE CAN I FIND INFO ON WHEN AND WHERE MADE AND SOME IDEA OF VALUE?

      1. Two Guitars for Sale/Need Numbers
        Anonymous

        My daddy died and let a Lotus and a Squier Fender guitar the Lotus is all wood finish guitar. the Squier/Fender is beautiful deep navy and white with two tone wood (one side rosewood) on the handle. I cannot fine any model or serial number anywhere. It is a beautiful guitar. I have not taken t apart because I don’t know where to start looking for a number. It is in excellent shape and I hard that only the high end models were made out of clear wood. I just don;t know how much to sell it. Not trying to make a killing but do not want to sell it too low either. Just a fair price. It is electric acoustic. At one time there was a VN9 something on it. That sticker is now gone and I cannot find out what happened to it. I also have a Squier Fender guitar made in 97 that I have no number on and it is lovely. Any infor on where to find that number? I need to sell that one also.

  13. Fender Starcaster Guitar
    Antonio Castillo

    I would like to buy a new old stock (NOS) Fender Starcaster Guitar. If you have one, please send me an email.

    Thanks

    Antonio

    1. Re: Fender Starcaster Guitar
      Lars Gustafsson

      : I would like to buy a new old stock (NOS) Fender Starcaster Guitar. If you have one, please send me an email.

      : Thanks

      : Antonio
      Hey Antonio,
      I have an absolutley perfect fender starcaster for sale. It´s a 1976 years modeel and made in natural. The guitarr is never used and ofcourse in like new condition,as well as the hard-case.

    2. Re: Fender Starcaster Guitar
      Rudy Solis

      : I would like to buy a new old stock (NOS) Fender Starcaster Guitar. If you have one, please send me an email.

      : Thanks

      : Antonio

      how much is the Fender Starcaster worth?

    1. Re: emperador guitar serial number
      scott

      I have an acoustic Emperador model F0055 serial no. 778. Can you tell me what the value,history and age is?

      :Thank you, Scott

    2. Re: emperador guitar serial number
      Mark

      : Hi, I have an old Emperador acoustic guitar, 12 string, the serial number is 9514. I want to know how old it is.

      : Thank you

      : Mark

    3. Re: emperador guitar serial number
      Taylor

      I have a Emperador 6 string acoustic as well there is no serial number it only says SW6 by the model number has anybody found out anything about this guitar? i have this and a gibson epiphone… the gibson is easier to play but the emperador sounds alot better… love the guitar and it stays in tune amazingly well

    4. Re: emperador guitar serial number
      Sam Stephenson

      Hi. Sorry, I can’t help with your question, but I was seeking data myself.
      I have an Emperador classical, with the number 272. Looking on the web I thought I’d find quite a bit of data about the Emperador company, but I’ve found almost nothing! What/where is it? Do they still exist?
      Hope your question gets responses, and I’ll let you know if I hook-up with anyone who may answer it,
      Sam
      : Hi, I’ve buying a old emperador acoustic guitar with a single coil pickup beside the neck, the serial number is 1057. I want to know how old is the guitar.

      : Thank

      : Michel

      1. Re: emperador guitar serial number
        jc

        Hi Have a Emperador. Bought in 85. Serial number is132 Model C070. Any info??: Hi. Sorry, I can’t help with your question, but I was seeking data myself.
        : I have an Emperador classical, with the number 272. Looking on the web I thought I’d find quite a bit of data about the Emperador company, but I’ve found almost nothing! What/where is it? Do they still exist?
        : Hope your question gets responses, and I’ll let you know if I hook-up with anyone who may answer it,
        : Sam
        : : Hi, I’ve buying a old emperador acoustic guitar with a single coil pickup beside the neck, the serial number is 1057. I want to know how old is the guitar.

        : : Thank

        : : Michel

      2. Re: emperador guitar serial number
        Ike

        Hi!

        I just bought a sixties Emperador semi-hollow from Ebay, haven´t got it yet but I found some facts about the company. It´s originally a japanese manufacturer fouded somewhere in the early sixties. In the beginning their guitar production was supervised by some american guitarbuilder/bussinessman. They were sold by some american market chain. Later they´ve been made in Korea. I don´t know if the company still exists?

        1. Re: emperador guitar serial number
          jb diamond

          I was just given an Emerador acoustic guitar from my Father-In-Law who said it was given to him in 1970. I believe it’s from the late 60’s but there’s nothing that says what model it is and I don’t see a S/N either but it plays and sounds really nice. There’s a pickup that’s been added to it.
          Here’s a link that mentions the company.
          http://www.vintageguitar.com/brands/details.asp?ID=127

      3. Re: emperador guitar serial number
        gene

        Im trying to find info about Emperador guitars also….. I have a emperador 6 string acoustic, I gave a guy $70.00 for it a few years ago but I have to say, the damn thing is one of the finest Acoustics I have ever played, it looks-plays-and sounds great. I would love to find some info about it….. If anyone out there knows anything about these guitars please post it.

        1. Re: emperador guitar serial number 12101
          STEVEN WARD

          i HAVE A EMPERADOR MODEL # 12101 6 STRING ACOSTIC ….ALL BLACK…PURCHASED IN A STORE IN JERSEY CITY NJ ABOUT 12 YEARS AGO..THE OWNERS WERE OLD FOLKS WHO HAD THE STORE FOR EVER….
          THE WERE CLOSING UP THE BUSINESS AND WERE SELLING EVERYTHING….IT WAS PURCHESED NEW AND STILL IS IN GREAT CONDITION . THIS WAS MADE IN KOREA . DOES ANYONE HAVE ONE SIMILAR T THIS?

          1. Re: emperador guitar serial number 12101
            Pat Maher

            : I also HAVE A EMPERADOR MODEL # 12101 6 STRING ACOUSTIC ….ALL BLACK…purchased second hand this past Easter. It has a great tone. Someone who plays much better than me picked it up last wknd and I almost cried. Beautiful black with white trim, mother-of-pearl fret markers. Heavy. Has No. 92076461 on the paper inside that has Model # 12101 Bk.
            Steve: does yours have this 920… number?
            Thanks for any info.

            1. Re: emperador guitar serial number 12101
              Steven Ward

              : : I also HAVE A EMPERADOR MODEL # 12101 6 STRING ACOUSTIC ….ALL BLACK…purchased second hand this past Easter. It has a great tone. Someone who plays much better than me picked it up last wknd and I almost cried. Beautiful black with white trim, mother-of-pearl fret markers. Heavy. Has No. 92076461 on the paper inside that has Model # 12101 Bk.
              : Steve: does yours have this 920… number?
              : Thanks for any info.

              1. Re: emperador guitar serial number 12101
                Steven ward

                : : : I also HAVE A EMPERADOR MODEL # 12101 6 STRING ACOUSTIC ….ALL BLACK…purchased second hand this past Easter. It has a great tone. Someone who plays much better than me picked it up last wknd and I almost cried. Beautiful black with white trim, mother-of-pearl fret markers. Heavy. Has No. 92076461 on the paper inside that has Model # 12101 Bk.
                : : Steve: does yours have this 920… number?
                : : Thanks for any info.

                Hi Yes my # is 92076383 . Sounds like the same guitar. I love the guitar but havent plyed it in a few years cause i broke a peg replacing the strings and am in need of a set of new ones. Do you know where I can gt them ? My Email is [email protected] Thanks! Good luck with that Nice Guitar! Write back!

    5. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Michel Rioux
      Michel Rioux

      Hi, I’ve buying a old emperador acoustic guitar with a single coil pickup beside the neck, the serial number is 1057. I want to know how old is the guitar.

      Thank

      Michel

      1. 12 string Emperador guitar
        Anonymous

        12 string Emperador guitar serial # –
        720 model no. -F007S made in Japan
        6 string Emperador guitar there is no serial # only
        Model no. AAW2 this one says assembled in Korea. Not “MADE” like 12 string I believe it’s from 1967 but “ASSEMBLED” the Korean made one I believe is 1972. Any info greatly appreciate it.

      2. Posted by Steven ward on Thu, 09/24/2009
        Anonymous

        wow found my old post…….sorry I haven’t seen this in 12 yrs lol

        I also HAVE A EMPERADOR MODEL # 12101 6 STRING ACOUSTIC ….ALL BLACK…purchased second hand this past Easter. It has a great tone. Someone who plays much better than me picked it up last wknd and I almost cried. Beautiful black with white trim, mother-of-pearl fret markers. Heavy. Has No. 92076461 on the paper inside that has Model # 12101 Bk.
        : Steve: does yours have this 920… number?
        : Thanks for any info.

      3. Emperador 805
        skidooer

        I purchased this Emperador model 805 back in 1966 and I was only 14 years old at the time and I still have it. Priceless to me. One of the best sounding acoustics I’ve ever had or played. Again I say it’s priceless. I’ll pass it on to my son when I’m done. Hope it never leaves the family.

      4. info.Emperador Electric Guitar
        Ken Norton

        I have a six string electric Emperador guitar given to me Would like some information on this if anyone has any? Ken

      5. How much is my vintage Emperador guitar worth
        Anonymous

        I just purchased a vintage acoustic guitar Emperador model number 12351. Can u tell me what it is worth it is in showroom pristine condition
        Thanks

      6. have an emperador acoustic electric guitar
        dee

        I have an emperador acoustic electric guitar. Model number 12263. Serial number S0076421. I would really appreciate if someone could give me some information on it. I know that they was made from 1966-1969 in japan. So please help!!!!! THANKS!!!!!!!!!!
        D

      7. emperador 12 string
        Marianne

        I have an Emperador 12 string, serial #792. Still plays fine after being in storage, needs a truss adjustment.
        I’m trying to date it, if anyone can make a guess. I’m assuming it was an earlier manufacturing time.
        Model F0075
        Were Emperador acoustics generally made with laminated tops?
        Any info welcome
        thanks

  14. Selling near mint sunburst fender jaguar
    ricky

    I am selling a 50 year edition sunburst fender jaguar. It has less than 4 hours of play on it and is almost in mint condition. I can’t let it go for less than 600 because of its condition. I can email pictures upon request. I might consider a trade for a mustang and cash.

    1. Re: Selling near mint sunburst fender jaguar
      alyse

      : hey can i have a picture of that jaguar by any chance…ive been looking for one thats not ridiculously priced because i dont have the money heh…but yeah if you could explain more about it with the picture i would appriciate it….like how are the knobs and what not…just curious…thank you very much

    1. Re: ElK guitar
      Bjorn Skogstad

      : I’m looking for info concerning a vintage ELK guitar in my possesion. Please drop me a line if you have any info about these guitars

      Hey, If you find anything on ELK – please send me a line. I’m looking for information on ELK amps,but it’s hard to find. I have two ELK-apms from early ’70.

      1. Re: ElK guitar
        Aaron B

        : hi! i’m a japanese.
        : this is old time elk catalog!.

        : 1:jaguar type "Delux".this is a early type.
        : http://www16.xdsl.ne.jp/~su3/elk1.htm

        : 2:tele type is"catrus"
        : gretch type is "Galaxy"
        : jag+st type is "wild cat"
        : http://www16.xdsl.ne.jp/~su3/elk2.htm

        : it’s so cool!. i have a ’68 "wildcat".
        : elk is hard to find in japan.
        : elk is not bizzare.
        : in 1980s,elk made fender japan amps.
        : fender japan president is ex elk stuff.

        : sorry,i can’t speak english.

        Thank you for the information. I have the catrus and it sounds great! Maybe someone will make an elk website soon where we can trade and talk ELK!.

      2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... easy from tokyo
        easy from tokyo

        hi! i’m a japanese.
        this is old time elk catalog!.

        1:jaguar type "Delux".this is a early type.
        http://www16.xdsl.ne.jp/~su3/elk1.htm

        2:tele type is"catrus"
        gretch type is "Galaxy"
        jag+st type is "wild cat"
        http://www16.xdsl.ne.jp/~su3/elk2.htm

        it’s so cool!. i have a ’68 "wildcat".
        elk is hard to find in japan.
        elk is not bizzare.
        in 1980s,elk made fender japan amps.
        fender japan president is ex elk stuff.

        sorry,i can’t speak english.

  15. Vintage Fender acoustic
    Chris

    I’m looking for a ’65-’71 Fender flat top acoustic (King, Kingman, Concert, Palomino, Shenandoah) or possibly the smaller models (Malibu, Redondo, Newporter). Many thanks in advance.
    Chris
    [email protected]

  16. Selling 1978 Les Paul Custom Silverburst
    Bailey

    I have a 1978 Les Paul Custom Silverburst for sale and it is in excellent condition. The serial number is 72238545. All parts are the original manufacture. Email me if you need more information.
    Thanks.

    1. Re: Selling 1978 Les Paul Custom Silverburst
      lucy

      very interested – is it still for sale – used to have one but sold it and now can’t get the same sound…..thanks

      1. Re: Selling 1978 Les Paul Custom Silverburst
        Brad

        : very interested – is it still for sale – used to have one but sold it and now can’t get the same sound…..thanks

        Not quite the same, but I have a 1978 Les Paul Custom natural finish in good condition I might be pursuaded to part with for the right price.
        Brad

    2. Re: Selling 1978 Les Paul Custom Silverburst
      Bert Collingbourne

      : I have a 1978 Les Paul Custom Silverburst for sale and it is in excellent condition. The serial number is 72238545. All parts are the original manufacture. Email me if you need more information.
      : Thanks.

      I am very interested. Please email me with more information.

      Bert

  17. WANTED FENDER BASS VI
    Ian

    Please email me if you have a fender bass VI or reissue preferrably. If you are asking as much as a car for it then you can hold on to it.
    Thank you

    1. Re: WANTED FENDER BASS VI
      Ian

      : Please email me if you have a fender bass VI or reissue preferrably. If you are asking as much as a car for it then you can hold on to it.
      : Thank you

      1. Re: WANTED FENDER BASS VI
        Robert

        : : Please email me if you have a fender bass VI or reissue preferrably. If you are asking as much as a car for it then you can hold on to it.
        : : Thank you

          1. Re: I have one(Black)
            danny

            : if you want it you can have it just give me a reasonable price, because I don’t really ever use or want it

            If this isthe japansese reissue I am interested.. Would you take $500 for it?

  18. 1960's Kalamazoo Electric
    Greg

    I have a 1966 or 67 Kalamazoo, single pick-up electric. Were these guitars made by Gibson. If anyone has any info on the history of these guitars, including approx value I would appreciate any help. Guitar is red in colour.

    1. Re: 1960's Kalamazoo Electric
      Bryan Croom

      The Kalamazoo guitar was a budget line of guitars made by Gibson which closed the plant in 1984. It was then bought by some of the former craftsman of the Kalamazoo plant. They started their own company that still produces guitars today, it is called the Heritage Guitar Company. Your guitar is worth only what a collector is willing to pay for it. Someone might give you a few hundred on Ebay, give it a shot.

  19. 1960's Kalamazoo Electric
    Greg

    I have a 1966 or 67 Kalamazoo, single pick-up electric. Were these guitars made by Gibson. If anyone has any info on the history of these guitars, including approx value I would appreciate any help. Guitar is red in colour.

    1. Re: 1960's Kalamazoo Electric
      Artie

      : I have a 1966 or 67 Kalamazoo, single pick-up electric Were these guitars made by Gibson. If anyone has any info on the history of these guitars, including approx value I would appreciate any help. Guitar is red in colour.

      I would like the opportunity to buy this guitar if it is for sale.

      Thanks!

  20. 1968 Les Paul Custom - All Original
    Joyce Brown

    I am interested in knowing the approximate value of a 1968 Les Paul Custom – in case for past 20 years – all original with gold plate and mother of pearl inlay.

    1. Re: 1968 Les Paul Custom - All Original
      Rich Russell

      : I am interested in knowing the approximate value of a 1968 Les Paul Custom – in case for past 20 years – all original with gold plate and mother of pearl inlay.

      It depends on the shape it’s in, but retail could be as high as $4500. Of course, wholesale or a private party transaction would be less. Let me know if you want to sell

      1. Re: 1968 Les Paul Custom - All Original
        morrison mcqueen

        : : I am interested in knowing the approximate value of a 1968 Les Paul Custom – in case for past 20 years – all original with gold plate and mother of pearl inlay.

        : It depends on the shape it’s in, but retail could be as high as $4500. Of course, wholesale or a private party transaction would be less. Let me know if you want to sell

        That sounds about right..i would be interested, please advise the offered price. thanks, morrison

  21. info on ventura electric guitar
    bruce

    1. It is aprox. 60 to 70 yrs. old 2. It os red sunburst, trimed in white. 3. It has VENTURA embeded it ivory or pearl not sure. 4. It has 2 pickups made of brass, with brass volume knobs. any info. to who makes it. thanks

  22. fender jaguar and fender bass VI
    Vincent crepin

    I search for these two guitars :
    the fendre jaguar (japanese) black or sunburst
    the fender bass VI (black or sunburst)
    I’m interested by all about these two guitars even copy from Teisco for exemple

    Please mail me
    Thank you

    1. Re: fender jaguar and fender bass VI
      Jon

      Aren’t we all!!! I have used the net for god knows how long and can only track down japanese jaguars for around $500. However, being english this doesn’t help. The best place in London for guitars retail Jags at £900. So please don’t complain.The best offers come from Japan itself and those are for a couple of hundred dollars new (£500)

  23. Fender Strat
    Tony Bruce

    I’m looking for a Fender strat.Preferably 80’s model in good shape.I do’nt have much to spend.I used tohave one it was my first guitar but it got stolen at a gig one night.I would love to have another like it because I am most comfortable on a strat.

  24. fender mustang wanted
    mike

    i am looking for a fender mustang preferably $500 or less. if u have one and are looking to sell it, send me a message. i would prefer one in sonic blue, dakota red, any sunburst, or surf green, but color isn’t that important

    1. Re: fender mustang wanted
      James

      I have a dakota red 1966 mustang for sale. Almost mint condition. Am asking a little more than 500 though. Intersted?

      : i am looking for a fender mustang preferably $500 or less. if u have one and are looking to sell it, send me a message. i would prefer one in sonic blue, dakota red, any sunburst, or surf green, but color isn’t that important

      1. Re: fender mustang wanted
        ron

        yes, i am interseted in the mustang.
        : : i am looking for a fender mustang preferably $500 or less. if u have one and are looking to sell it, send me a message. i would prefer one in sonic blue, dakota red, any sunburst, or surf green, but color isn’t that important

  25. 1956 Fender Triple Neck Steel Guitar
    Adam

    A friend of mine was given one of these in "pristine" condition. He was offered $750.00 for it at a local music store. Is this a fair price? It seems low, even for a music store…

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