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574 thoughts on “Guitar-George-Essen, Germany”

  1. EKO RANGER 6 GUITAR
    steve

    I have a 1967 EKO ranger 6 would like too sell it is in very good condition it is the pick up keys on it for volume and tone Im asking 1,000 for it it has a signature inside the sound hole it is all original made in Italy I just put new strings on it. It comes with its own case 1,000 OBO The guitar has the seriel number tag on the back still you can contact me at 1-606-487-9331 ask for steve

  2. Norati guitar
    Marlene

    I found a Norati Guitar at a yard sale in the case for $15.00 It was make in Japan waht looks like the early 60’s. It has some inlay wood around the center, and at the top, and has not fret dots. It has a great rich sound to it and in good shape. The markings inside say Mac# 4328, Serial# 23140, Model# 1585 and "sold only by music and arts centers" I notice others nave posted inforamtion about theirs and would like additional information, well add me to the list.

  3. Levin guitar
    Gregsum

    Hello everybody. I’m looking for vintage classical levin guitars from 1950 to 1970. Before the brand became a part of martin. If anybody got something. Let me know. Tks. Greg

  4. Levin guitar
    Gregsum

    Hello everybody. I’m looking for vintage classical levin guitars from 1950 to 1970. Before the brand became a part of martin. If anybody got something. Let me know. Tks. Greg

  5. EKO Orion electric guitar.
    Tom Ruppel

    I own a electric 6 string Eko Orion made in 65 (The year I am not to shure) Can anyone tell me more about this instrument. I would like to sell my Orion but have no idea what it could be worse. I’ll appreciate the help.
    Check out the guitar at: http://www.gumtree.co.za, the search: Eko Orion…
    Thank you, Tom, Victoria West, South Africa.

  6. LEVIN LG-13
    MARCOS LOPEZ-IGLESIAS

    I HAVE JUST AQUIRED A LEVIN CLASSICAL GUITAR MODEL NUMBER LG-13, SERIAL # 442111. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFO ON THE YEAR AND VALUE OF THE GUITAR.

    KIND REGARDS,

    MARCOS LOPEZ-IGLESIAS

  7. Levin Model 113 Guitar
    Craig

    I have a used but in great shape with normal wear and tear levin model 113 classical guitar. I’ve been told from my local guitar dealer that it was made around the 60’s but it is not confirmed. If anyone is interested please let me know. I can send photos if requested.

  8. framus guitar
    darrell brewer

    I HAVE AN OLD FRAMUS GUITAR MODEL #F5/70.IT IS IN GOOD CONDITION. IT IS MISSING ONE SIDE OF THE TUNING KEYS,IN WHICH I’M TRYING TO FIND.WHAT WOULD BE THE VALUE OF THIS GIUTAR?

    1. Re: Lancer guitar
      roy ovington

      : I have a Lancer 12 string acoustic model 116 serial #1257
      : made in w germany looks like a framus texan can’t find any
      : info can anyone help?

      I have a lancer guitar either a Fo6 or a Ro6 serial number 2792 can anyone help me with info on this guitar I know it’s made in germany thanks

  9. Giulietti Ten-Na-Lo Guitar
    George Liptak

    I have a 6 string acoustic Giulietti Ten-na-lo guitar that has an unusual fret board and key markings at each fret on the purling of the top side of the neck. The guitar can’t be tuned to standard since the fret spacing is not standard…. How do you tune this ? any info. is welcome..

      1. Giulietti Ten-Na-Lo guitar
        Anonymous

        I received an e-mail from someone in FLA that said that his father had invented this style of instrument with Julio Giulietti (of accordian fame) but could not tell me anything about it…(like how to tune it or play it…) Since then, I have sold it to an Artist in Lynn MA who has mounted it to a canvas along with some other artistic items and it’s hanging on a wall somewhere near Boston, MA

    1. Re: Unbekannte Marke
      Robby

      : Kennt jemand per Zufall die Marke/Firma Power Beat. Sie hat Becken und Gitarren hergestellt. Mehr weiss ich leider nicht.

      Kenne die Marke jetzt ( Taiwanesischer Vertrieb … ). Info nicht mehr notwendig

  10. Re: **Framus Info. wanted**
    tricky

    : : 67D means April 1967 A = january, b= fbruari etc, etc

    I came a cross a anomally to the accepted date coding convention in the London Resonator Centre. They had a 12 string with a 63M date code. M is the 13th letter and has no corresonding month. Weird.

  11. Framus Lap Steel Guitar
    Eric Kingdon

    Hello,

    I wonder If you could help mw with a valuation on my Framus Waikiki lap Steel Guitar?

    Thanks (I have picture available if this will help).

    Eric Kingdon

    1. Re: Vox Folk 12 Electric
      h barclay

      I have one very similar if not identical

      : I have a wonderful old Vox Folk 12 Electric that I’ve been pounding on since 1967. my guess is that it was made around 1965 (I bought it from a friend ($125) who’d bought it at least second-hand in a Denver pawn shop. it’s a big-body dreadnaught of quilted maple sides and back, spruce top (all aged to a nice amber color), rosewood fretboard and a gloss-black neck made of I-know-not-what. It’s covered with a thick layer of polyester lacquer(?) which is impervious to scratches, but which has cracked in places because it expands at a different rate from the wood it covers. Heavy play for 38 years has done nothing to wear the heavy black-lacquered neck back and tuning head, which has a big “Vox” cut into it in white. It’s got a magnetic pickup mounted at the end of the neck and has black anodized, knurled tone- and volume-control knobs (one each). There’s a ¼-inch phone jack on the bottom side, about the same place jacks are located on Fender P-Basses or Rickenbacker guitars. The only example I’ve seen in photo is on the cover of an old Dave Clark 5 album. I believe it may be the model of 12-string used by John Lennon on the Help album (“You’ve Got To Hide Your Love Away”). On the back of the peg-head is stamped “Made in Italy by Vox.” I’m wondering if it was built by Eko, or did Vox actually build its own acoustic guitars in the 60s? It’s got a big, wonderful tone and it plays like a dream. Its body shape is identical to an Eko Ranger VI, and the distinctive pickguards are nearly identical. The bridge (ebony?) cracked in two in 1971, and I had it replaced by a rosewood replica carved by a luthier in San Francisco. Later, the neck block cracked in two, and I had it replaced and the neck reset in Oklahoma City by Don Teeter, a certified Martin repair ace and author of several guitar-repair books. It’s got a bolt-on neck with the number 238199 stamped on the mounting plate.

      :

      : Have you heard of this guitar model? Do you know who the builder might have been? Thanks…

      :

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

      I have a wonderful old Vox Folk 12 Electric that I’ve been pounding on since 1967. my guess is that it was made around 1965 (I bought it from a friend ($125) who’d bought it at least second-hand in a Denver pawn shop. it’s a big-body dreadnaught of quilted maple sides and back, spruce top (all aged to a nice amber color), rosewood fretboard and a gloss-black neck made of I-know-not-what. It’s covered with a thick layer of polyester lacquer(?) which is impervious to scratches, but which has cracked in places because it expands at a different rate from the wood it covers. Heavy play for 38 years has done nothing to wear the heavy black-lacquered neck back and tuning head, which has a big “Vox” cut into it in white. It’s got a magnetic pickup mounted at the end of the neck and has black anodized, knurled tone- and volume-control knobs (one each). There’s a ¼-inch phone jack on the bottom side, about the same place jacks are located on Fender P-Basses or Rickenbacker guitars. The only example I’ve seen in photo is on the cover of an old Dave Clark 5 album. I believe it may be the model of 12-string used by John Lennon on the Help album (“You’ve Got To Hide Your Love Away”). On the back of the peg-head is stamped “Made in Italy by Vox.” I’m wondering if it was built by Eko, or did Vox actually build its own acoustic guitars in the 60s? It’s got a big, wonderful tone and it plays like a dream. Its body shape is identical to an Eko Ranger VI, and the distinctive pickguards are nearly identical. The bridge (ebony?) cracked in two in 1971, and I had it replaced by a rosewood replica carved by a luthier in San Francisco. Later, the neck block cracked in two, and I had it replaced and the neck reset in Oklahoma City by Don Teeter, a certified Martin repair ace and author of several guitar-repair books. It’s got a bolt-on neck with the number 238199 stamped on the mounting plate.

      Have you heard of this guitar model? Do you know who the builder might have been? Thanks…

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    1. Re: Norati guitar
      David Searight

      I also have a Norati. My family purchased it about 15 years ago. I get compliments all the time about how "bright" the guitar sounds. I am also told often how rare it is to see a guitar with a brass saddle and nut. I want to know more!

    2. Re: Norati guitar
      Greg

      I have a Norati guitar as well. The model number is 207K and it was purchased in Alexandria, VA. I took lessons at a Music and Arts Center for a short time. Too bad I didn’t keep practicing, but I still have the guitar today. It’s still in excellent condition and I remember it was $200+ at the time.

    3. Re: Norati guitar
      Susan

      As someone else said, the Norati brand seems to have been sold only by Music & Arts stores. Mine dates from 1972, bought at a M&A in Alexandria, Virginia. Despite decades of mistreatment (many moves, considerable temperature fluctuations, etc.) it still sounds good, so I guess they’re better made than one might think considering they were made for "instructional purposes".

    4. Re: Norati guitar
      JD

      I have owned a Norati since 1981. I purchased it at a music store in VA. The label says "Sold only by Music and Arts Centers" then would have Mac # Serial # and Model #. I was told by the shop that makes primarily instructional guitars. I know I have received many praises for the sound of my Norati. Sorry, that is all I can provide, cause I have never found any other info on these guitars.

        1. Re: Norati guitar
          Tim Mason

          I just bought a Norati Guitar at a yard sale for $40.00. Has a really nice tone. Inside says Mac No 8393, Serial No 49271, Model No 1586. Would like to know if I got a deal.

    5. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Clyde Young
      Clyde Young

      I have purchased a guitar labeled Norati.. It is acoustic w/slightly arched top,brass nut, bridge, and inlay dots..double dots on 7th and 12th fret.old label on inside torn away, but appears to have been brown ink on off white w/log pattern border….is anyone aquainted with this critter…wonderful rich full tone and great resonance..would be nice to know something about it…help on sites with label catalogs etc. I can’t seem to find a thing, tnx much if anyone can help..c.y.

      1. Norati Guitar Model M-6
        Markmbaha1

        I have a never played Norati Model M-6, MAC 3272 and case. This was purchased as a gift and never played. The adult owner actually got a book to teach themselves but did nothing more than strum it or go through a few pages of the book. So its basically brand new in basic case. Always stored inside climate control. I don’t play so I have no way to judge anything about the sound. I need to get rid of this, any idea where I can find some information about its value?
        Thanks
        Mark [email protected]

      2. Norati Guitar
        Greg

        Just picked up a Norati classical guitar today for $15 on Craig’s list. It was dirty with broken steel strings instead of nylon strings. Also had a few broken string capstans on the tuners. Inside label reads: Sold only by Music & Art Centers. Mac No 6469, Serial No 0050, Model No 1586. Took it to Guitar Center and bought new tuners and capstans and nylon strings. This guitar sounds incredible. I will hang onto this one.

    1. Re: levinsand guitar
      hafiz

      gee…
      i also found this guitar levinsand at this store at my town in ipoh, malaysia. it’s a cool guitar, had electric tuner on it. electric e.q. also.
      never heard of it before. try to find info from the internet can’t find anything….

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

      i went to hong kong, and bought a brilliant electro acoustic guitar out there.

      It is a Levinsand modle no. LMG-C910CE/RDS

      I had previously never heard or seen of this make before, and cant find a company or review website, i was hoping somebody could help me, as i want to know how much it costs normally, and whether the neck is made of rosewood or not (i think it is, but am not entirely sure)

      thanks

      lew

  12. Framus Acoustic Western 6 String 5/195 M or 5/193 M
    Todd

    I just recieved this guitar from my Father in-law. The serial # is 19834. Tested by Muller with the markings of "EX" and "D9D" (the last is blurry). Any info would be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks, Todd

  13. framus guitar 67D needing info
    Breeze Dutchess

    Ok .., read through all info listed in here on Framus guitars..,and was tickled to learn two things.67D…,67 being 1967..,and the D being made in December.Been looking up anything and everything on the net to find out anything..,and am thankful to have ran into this site.Didn’t learn all I wanted..,but happy to at least have some more knowledge about this guitar.If anyone can help it would be appreciated greatly.Thanks!Breeze

    1. My FRAMUS GUITAR
      Dark

      I have a framus acoustic 6 string 5/195 from the 60’s. It is my cherished possession. Anyone else out there have one. It is a gorgeous rosewood color….sound is crisp…….made in the heart of Bavaria

    2. Re: framus guitar 67D needing info
      Breeze

      : Ok .., read through all info listed in here on Framus guitars..,and was tickled to learn two things.67D…,67 being 1967..,and the D being made in December or being that "d"is the 4th letter in alphabet means April….teehee..Been looking up anything and everything on the net to find out anything..,and am thankful to have ran into this site.Didn’t learn all I wanted..,but happy to at least have some more knowledge about this guitar.If anyone can help it would be appreciated greatly.Thanks!Breeze

  14. EKO pictor-68 mod. John Sletteröd
    Bluesman

    Hi..there !
    I have a very rare model of Pictor that is a signature mod " John Sletteröd " and i wonder if there is anybody who can help me with specification or spareparts ( need neck and trem.arm )I know that it was made in italia -68 by this guy " john " and also that it was made in only 64 pieces. Does anyone have a simular guitar?????

    1. Re: EKO pictor-68 mod. John Sletteröd
      perool

      Hi. I have the same Eko guitar. The model is named after the norwegian jazz guitarist John Sletteröd. It’s made by Eko in Italy and I think the same model has got several different names. You can find it at http://www.fetishguitars.com .
      It’s a beautiful sounding and looking guitar as good as a Gretsch.

  15. eko "mascot"
    Fabrizio

    I have a beatiful eko acustic guitar model "mascot",i think it has 35 years old,i have also the guarantee ,i should like to know something about it.Thank you

  16. 1950-ish Framus guitar
    Lucy

    A friend has this, bought it when he was in the service. It is an electrical acoustic. Not in bad shape but not excellent either. Any idea of the worth of this? Thanks to all!
    Lucy

  17. 1967 Eko Ranger VI Acoustic - How much is it worth?
    Nick Miller

    Hello People,
    Does anybody know how much my 1967 Eko Ranger VI Acoustic Guitar is worth today? If you do not know how much it is worth, do know anybody who could help me. eg. Acoustic Guitar Expert!! etc

    I look forward to hearing from you.
    Thanks

    1. Re: 1967 Eko Ranger VI Acoustic - How much is it worth?
      stephen Barry

      Hi

      Ive had eko’s since 1969 when i got my first ranger 6 ,still have it. Set up properly they are a fantastic guitar,not loud as some people claim,compared to a Loudon or Avalon. I paid £80 pounds for it in 1969, 3 weeks wages for me in those days. Today on ebay a good one with a little wear nothing serious fetches between £80 to £120damaged ones a lot less, I bought one with a few tiny holes and lots of varnish damage recently for £50, but it played sweet! low soft action when set up properly. A mint one can be £200 up. Eko craftsmanship was second to none for massed produced instruments,the wood selection and matureing was enviable. They made all sorts of instruments, banjos , mandolins ,bouzouci, electrics fretless bass acoustics the list is endless ,i have mandolin with a plastic mouded back 19’s pre Ovation plays wonderfull. the factory closed in the seventys and the remains sold off. Brandoni’s in London bought a lot of stuff and i think the DeLouca brothers in America got a lot . Brandoni’s are very helpful and still have a lot of old stock for repairs and rebuilds and can build one for you. Eko stared up again and still make excellant budget instruments I recently bought a used and abused s 300 and after a little work sounds and plays as good as any standard Strat. I have to mention the excellant ranger 12 string an excellant guitar and a good one could fetch £250 a mint one maybe $400. The old glitter electrics change hands around £700 to sky high. Hope this was of use to you.

      Stephen Barry
      newtownards
      Northern Ireland

    2. Re: 1967 Eko Ranger VI Acoustic - How much is it worth?
      carl rooney,ireland

      if you find out as i beleive iv an ranger 6 italy made not sure if year though beleive simmier
      : Hello People,
      : Does anybody know how much my 1967 Eko Ranger VI Acoustic Guitar is worth today? If you do not know how much it is worth, do know anybody who could help me. eg. Acoustic Guitar Expert!! etc

      : I look forward to hearing from you.
      : Thanks

      1. Re: 1967 Eko Ranger VI Acoustic - How much is it worth?
        nicky henderson

        i dont know but i also have an eko acoustic V1 or a very familiar type, when it belonged to my father he was offered £300 for it….so maybe around there?

  18. 12 strings framus guitar
    gerald Laforge

    I have a 12 strings acoustic framus guitar ( Model Texan 5/294)
    serial # 0792C698. Would like to know the year and value.

  19. How Much is my guitar worth?
    Connie Akerley

    Could you tell me the value of a 1978 Vintage Gibson, SG Electric Guitar with the case…all in excellent condition. Maroon color. Thank you.

    1. Re: How Much is my guitar worth?
      Sharon Jansen

      :We have a guitar that was made by karl Von Gruner that is a Antonio De Torres Guitar #1226. Can you tell me what this is worth?
      Thanks,
      Sharon

    2. Re: How Much is my guitar worth?
      Armando Casas Macías

      Could you tell me the value of a c1964 Vintage Hofner Galaxy(176) solid body electric guitar. It has vinyl finish, red and gold and original string keys. I discarded the string dampener and the vibrato arm because I never use it. Thanks.

    1. Re: eko ranger 6 electro
      Richard

      : recently just purchased a ranger 6 electro from e bay doesn`t seem to be too many about any comments would be appreciated

      The EKO Electric Accoustice is a fine Italian made guitar – a few years earlier the EKO Company imported guitars from Yugoslavia. The serial number labels are always initialed by the craftsman, if you are fortunate enough to find one with the serial number tag intact. Many performing musicians are looking for them and the cost can range from $600 and up. They are one of the sturdiest guitars ever made and the only thing that sounds close to them are older Martins. They were staples in studios in the 60’s, you can hear them on a lot of recordings. Take care of that jewel and put good strings on it, I like the Martin strings for the strongest sound.
      Enjoy – Rich

  20. Left handed EKO Ranger VI?
    Pieter

    I have recently purchased a lefty EKO ranger VI, made in Italy in the ’60s/’70s. Haven’t found any other lefty eko anywhere, seems pretty rare. Does anyone have a clue how much this buddy could be worth?

  21. framus acoustic guitar
    David Woodruff

    Just brought this guitar . . . can you tell me how much it’s worth?
    The model number is 74A 05301 and the serial number is 001121.
    Thanks

  22. eko ranger 6
    James Wilkins

    I have an Eko Ranger 6 Guitar from 1967. It has a signature inside from someone in Italy where it was made. Very good condition. Gorgeous sound. Can anyone give me an idea to how much it would have in 1967 and how much it would be worth now.

      1. Re: eko ranger 6
        Mike McDonnell

        I have a Ranger 6 ( electric) that I bought new in ’68. Paid $190.00 (cdn), but I have no idea what it’s worth today. I wouldn’t sell it though – Its still a great player.

    1. Re: eko ranger 6
      bobby

      probably around 600-700 pounds when it was bought

      depending on the condition – if very good condition then £500 – if not so good then 400 pounds.

  23. i just got a framus acoustic model 5/195 cerial number 18077,i paid absoulutly nothing for it because a freind gave it to me, when i got it the neck was warped and all this s**t so i got it fixed and it cost 200 bucks. When i went to the guy who fixes them he said it was worth the money to fix it, do any of you know how much this guitar is worth?

  24. Stradavox Accordian..Question
    Chris

    I have a Stradavox Accordian, thats very old and in excellent condition and i can’t seem to find out anything about it… My question is, does anyone know if its the same company that make the Stradavox guitars, that maybe have been the company that made this accordian.

    1. Re: Value of Karl von Gruener guitar
      David Thomsen

      Did you ever find anything I also have one and was wondering the price? Please e-mail me at [email protected]: Looking for info and worth of a Karl von Gruener, West Germany manufacturer. Antonio de Torres model. Bought in W. Germany in 1971.

        1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Angel Soto
          Angel Soto

          Hi

          I also have a Karl Von Gruner Torres Model Guitar. I bought mine on eBay some years ago. I have been searching for answers since. I have found a site that said it appraised at 500-800 Dollars but don’t know if it’s the same wood. If anyone else can help me find out more info I would be very happy. I will be posting a blog on MySpace called "Antonio De Torres by Karl Von Gruner". It will be a few days yet so don’t go looking for it right away. Todays date is 4-22-2008

      1. Re: Value of Karl von Gruener guitar
        Michael

        I had a guitar by Karl von Grüner, it was my first classical guitar and I bought it around 1972 for about 500 German Marks (250 Euro). I gave it away for nothing to a friend.
        : Did you ever find anything I also have one and was wondering the price? Please e-mail me at [email protected]: Looking for info and worth of a Karl von Gruener, West Germany manufacturer. Antonio de Torres model. Bought in W. Germany in 1971.

  25. framus hollywood electic #7800-L57
    lance

    can anyone tell me about this guitar, it has three ivory pickups,four pickup settings,volume,treble and bass settings, and it was orange and gold sunburst,but now is woodtone.

    1. Re: framus hollywood electic #7800-L57
      mark

      : can anyone tell me about this guitar, it has three ivory pickups,four pickup settings,volume,treble and bass settings, and it was orange and gold sunburst,but now is woodtone.

      HI, I HAVE ONE OF THESE ,DID YOU FIND ANY INFO? I LOVE THIS GUITAR…MARK

  26. framus hollywood electic #7800-L57
    lance

    can anyone tell me about this guitar, it has three ivory pickups,four pickup settings,volume,treble and bass settings, and it was orange and gold sunburst,but now is woodtone.

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