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  1. Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
    Simon

    Hi;
    I have just purchased a Morris Tornado XX-80 with the fibreglass back and inbuilt pick up.

    Anyone know anything about when they were produced and their relative quality….sounds pretty good.
    Appreciate any info / contact.

    1. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
      Gary Disley

      Hi there,

      I am the originator of this little session. I actually forgot all about it until your e-mail reached me nearly two years later since I wrote the first one.
      Your guitar is not the top of the series..it has limited mother of pearl however it sounds fantastic like all these Morris Tornados. The one I am actually after is the GZ..
      goo luck with yours..you have a bargain..as it used to retail around the late eighties for around $850.00 Australian dollars.
      regards
      Gary

    2. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
      Dion

      : Hi;
      : I have just purchased a Morris Tornado XX-80 with the fibreglass back and inbuilt pick up.

      : Anyone know anything about when they were produced and their relative quality….sounds pretty good.
      : Appreciate any info / contact.

      Also own a Morris Tornado which I purchased in 1984. It’s a great instrument to say the least.
      Recent e-mail contact with Morris in Japan indicated that they discontinued the fibreglass (round) back some 10 years back as demand in Japan favoured traditional style units.
      Enjoy it though.

      1. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
        Stephen

        : : Hi;
        : : I have just purchased a Morris Tornado XX-80 with the fibreglass back and inbuilt pick up.

        : : Anyone know anything about when they were produced and their relative quality….sounds pretty good.
        : : Appreciate any info / contact.

        :
        : Also own a Morris Tornado which I purchased in 1984. It’s a great instrument to say the least.
        : Recent e-mail contact with Morris in Japan indicated that they discontinued the fibreglass (round) back some 10 years back as demand in Japan favoured traditional style units.
        : Enjoy it though.

        Hi – I got mine in 1983, Melbourne Australia. Still going well; had some minor nut/fret work and rewiring a couple of years ago. I have NEVER seen another!

          1. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
            Zorig

            : : : : Hi;
            : : : : I have just purchased a Morris Tornado XX-80 with the fibreglass back and inbuilt pick up.

            : : : : Anyone know anything about when they were produced and their relative quality….sounds pretty good.
            : : : : Appreciate any info / contact.

            : : :
            : : : Also own a Morris Tornado which I purchased in 1984. It’s a great instrument to say the least.
            : : : Recent e-mail contact with Morris in Japan indicated that they discontinued the fibreglass (round) back some 10 years back as demand in Japan favoured traditional style units.
            : : : Enjoy it though.

            : : Hi – I got mine in 1983, Melbourne Australia. Still going well; had some minor nut/fret work and rewiring a couple of years ago. I have NEVER seen another!

            : Hi, I bought my Morris in February 1983, in South Africa. I still have it and I can tell you it is one of the best guitars I have ever owned. I still have the original case that came with the guitar. My Morris is in absolute mint condition after 24 years. I wanted to sell it and my wife refused me to do so as it was in such an excellent condition. I have the original booklets it came with as well as the original toolkit. I am not at home now as I am away for 3 months but soon as I get back I will take some photo’s to share.
            Hi! I don’t know sorry and do you know where is the tornado morris’s pick up selling

          2. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
            Gary Disley

            : : : : Hi;
            : : : : I have just purchased a Morris Tornado XX-80 with the fibreglass back and inbuilt pick up.

            : : : : Anyone know anything about when they were produced and their relative quality….sounds pretty good.
            : : : : Appreciate any info / contact.

            : : :
            : : : Also own a Morris Tornado which I purchased in 1984. It’s a great instrument to say the least.
            : : : Recent e-mail contact with Morris in Japan indicated that they discontinued the fibreglass (round) back some 10 years back as demand in Japan favoured traditional style units.
            : : : Enjoy it though.

            : : Hi – I got mine in 1983, Melbourne Australia. Still going well; had some minor nut/fret work and rewiring a couple of years ago. I have NEVER seen another!

            : Hi, I bought my Morris in February 1983, in South Africa. I still have it and I can tell you it is one of the best guitars I have ever owned. I still have the original case that came with the guitar. My Morris is in absolute mint condition after 24 years. I wanted to sell it and my wife refused me to do so as it was in such an excellent condition. I have the original booklets it came with as well as the original toolkit. I am not at home now as I am away for 3 months but soon as I get back I will take some photo’s to share.

            Can you please send some pictures my way if you dont mind.
            regards
            Gary

          3. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
            Alex

            Hi, bought mine in Adelaide, South Australia back in 1983. The bowl is shallower than similar guitars giving it a sweeter top end response. I connected with it from the first playing and have also never seen another one.

            1. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
              Gary Disley

              I agree they are so rare…a true gem. I was the same as you..love it from the moment I played it.
              Isn;t it amazing that they dont seem to of been produced for long. I wonder what the story is there?

              regards
              Gary Disley

          4. Re: Info: Morris Tornado XX-80
            Gary Disley

            I bought one in Melbourne, around 1988 secound hand and it played better than any brand new Ovation at the time. I sold my first six string one the XX-80 to a guy in Macdonalds. I wonder if her still owns it?
            I also found a 12 string version of which I still own today…I purchased in the 1980’s.
            There price tag when new was between $950 to $1,299 in Allens Melbourne when new.
            I would say as they are a top end instrument and there fore one still in good condition, we could be looking at a a price around $2,500 to $3,000..maybe even more as it seems that they are VERY RARE INDEED of which I didn;t realise until recently.
            there was one model I have be nlookin gfor since they came out…at the time I had to setle for the XX-80 version..but ther was the numero uno one with all the mother of pearl and very intricate in its finish and sounded FANTASTIC! I have NEVER seen once since EVER!
            🙁
            If you have one let me know
            Gary [email protected]

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

            : : : Hi;
            : : : I have just purchased a Morris Tornado XX-80 with the fibreglass back and inbuilt pick up.

            : : : Anyone know anything about when they were produced and their relative quality….sounds pretty good.
            : : : Appreciate any info / contact.

            : :
            : : Also own a Morris Tornado which I purchased in 1984. It’s a great instrument to say the least.
            : : Recent e-mail contact with Morris in Japan indicated that they discontinued the fibreglass (round) back some 10 years back as demand in Japan favoured traditional style units.
            : : Enjoy it though.

            : Hi – I got mine in 1983, Melbourne Australia. Still going well; had some minor nut/fret work and rewiring a couple of years ago. I have NEVER seen another!

            Hi, I bought my Morris in February 1983, in South Africa. I still have it and I can tell you it is one of the best guitars I have ever owned. I still have the original case that came with the guitar. My Morris is in absolute mint condition after 24 years. I wanted to sell it and my wife refused me to do so as it was in such an excellent condition. I have the original booklets it came with as well as the original toolkit. I am not at home now as I am away for 3 months but soon as I get back I will take some photo’s to share.

            1. morris tornado XX-80
              Anonymous

              Hi , my dad has a Morris Tornado XX-80. i played it and i was so impressed! So i went online to see what info i can find about this great guitar ,but there seems to be nothing on it. The only info i could fined is that its min value is $3000 to $10000 depending on what the quality of it is. i will never let my dad sell it. The guitar is going to come to me and im going to take great care of it.

            2. morris tornado xx12
              Anonymous

              bought this guitar from a garage sale in the barossa last year.can not belive my luck !! purchaced for the asking price of $30 :))))) immaculate condition with origional case and reciepts,hardly ever played.It plays like a dream…bargain of a lifetime !!!!!!!!!!

            3. Morris Tornado XX-80
              Roy

              I am lucky enough to own one of these awesome guitars. It’s just got better and better over the years.
              Let me know if you’re interested in pics.

  2. Hurricane
    Linda

    hey there. i just bought a hurricane stella and was wondering if anyone good give me some information about it because ive never heard of morris guitars until now. information about it like if its good, when it was made etc would be much appreciated. i bought it at a pawn shop 4 A$175.

    1. Re: Hurricane
      Eudaemonic (via moderator)

      (Originally posted 22:29:13 12/04/06)

      I’ve had a Hurricane Susie for a couple of years. Had never heard of the company, but came across the guitar in a pawnshop and fell in love with it without even pluggin in.
      I got the creature for $80CDN. Gorgeous black Strat copy. Solidly built, terrific neck.
      I took it into my guitar tech for a setup and he just gaped at the guitar and said, "what in hell is *this*?".
      Next day when I dropped by to pick it up he just couldn’t stop gushing about the guitar … he was quite blown away!
      I love the pickups … really crisp, clean and clear. I bought a slightly used Epi Explorer a couple of days ago and did a comparison test on the pickups between the two guitars .. whoa!! Really made me appreciate the pups on Susie!
      Would like to get another set and swap out the pups on the Explorer.
      Have no idea what materials the Morris is made of – other than the rosewood fingerboard.
      I’ve seen other, used, Morris Hurricanes around, though not another Susie … these tend to be real "shred-metal" guitars …
      It would take A LOT of cash to get me to part with my Susie!!!

    2. Re: Hurricane
      Brad

      I bought a Hurricane Susie about 18 months ago off eBay for AUS$165.oo The only info I can find on Hurricane is on sites like this. I too know very little about them and any guitarists I speak to have never heard of them. It seems that anyone who owns/has owned one is wrapt with them. I have been told that the electrics in mine are extremely "clean", which apparently is unusual for an 80’s Japanese. Also the passive pickups sound great and are apparently comparable to some active pickups. Not being a "guitar head" this all means very little to me lol. I usually play acoustic and the Hurricane is my first electric, but the consensus would seem to be that I have made a good choice 🙂

    3. Re: Hurricane
      janky

      Hi
      I have a Morris Telecaster Custom.
      It’s realy a very nice guitar.
      The guitar is made very well, much better then the copies now. Its not Plywood!! but real wood.

    4. Re: Hurricane
      vito locomotoro

      Just a question.
      i´ve got an old electric guitar, Hurricane Susie by Morris. Anybody knows something about it? I´ve always enjoy playing with it, but I dont really know much about it, nor of its value or its quality…anyway i like it.
      thank you all

    5. Re: Hurricane
      Paul

      : hey there. i just bought a hurricane stella and was wondering if anyone good give me some information about it because ive never heard of morris guitars until now. information about it like if its good, when it was made etc would be much appreciated. i bought it at a pawn shop 4 A$175.

      Hi – I also bought one not long ago and am very interested in anyone who knows anything about them – I think they are pretty good – sound good anyways – Anyone know anything?

      1. Re: Hurricane
        KvAerN

        I’ve had a hurricane theresa for years, and i must say i love it. light, awesome sound, good finish, and good mikes. i also have an SD curlee blood guitar, finest thing on earth for me, but nothing beats the morris in ‘playability’… -for me that is!- — what the hell is this thing? anyone who knows something about this lovely piece o’ wood, plz post! all of my musician friends loves that axe too… help us find something out!

  3. TF Morris W840
    Simon Austin

    Does anyone know the price of a TF Morris W840?? My friend owns one and i am interested in knowing how much it is worth seeing i have never heard of them before and i cant find anything about it.. Thanks..

    1. Re: TF Morris W840
      Nicolas Fauquet

      Hi ! One of my friend has given to me the same model of guitar. Have you found any informations about this model, including the price?
      Thank you!

    1. Re: Anybody know anything about Morris Hurricane super strats?
      batman

      : I was in a pawnshop today and saw and played a guitar called a Morris Hurricane that looks like a Jackson soloist. It’s got a mahogany neck and probably body as well (It looks like and feels heavy enough to be mahogany). It’s got a humbucker, two single coils (the PUs are really nasty looking and the single coils look a little loose) like that can be turned on or off by three switches and 1 volume and 1 tone pot. It’s got some kind of double locking trem that is lacking an arm and is missing parts of the locking nut. I have no idea what kind of trem it is using. The Saddles on the trem are in a kind of L shape. BTW the neck has shark fin inlays, they are not in very well so I assume they were added later by a previous owner. The frets also seem to have been filed down from years of use (the guitar might need new ones in a few years), they look ok except for one that doesn’t seem to have been installed in evenly. Anyway this guitar is being sold for $69. I’m thinking of buying it even though it will probably need some work. For those of you that own one, do you think this is a good deal? BTW if I buy this it would be my second guitar (I’ve been playing about a year).

      1. Re: Anybody know anything about Morris Hurricane super strats?
        Steve Cook

        Woah, until you said it had sharkfin inlays, I could have sworn it might have been one that I recently bought in a small guitar shop. everything you said matched it perfectly (except that thins one actually was a vintage bc rich st-III body, with all of those specs) but with a hurricane neck so it’s hard to tell it’s not actually a hurricane. but the inlays on mine are red dots, so it can’t be that. but everything else matched.

      2. Re: Anybody know anything about Morris Hurricane super strats?
        Mark

        Probably far too late, but I’ve got exactly the guitar you were talking about. It’s a really good quality Kahler locking trem if it’s the same as mine. Mine has seen me through tons of gigs (mainly metal/rock) and the humbucker gives a nice chunky sound. The single coils are pish. Don’t know where you live, but if $69 equals UKP £30 or £40 I’d give it a bash.

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

      I was in a pawnshop today and saw and played a guitar called a Morris Hurricane that looks like a Jackson soloist. It’s got a mahogany neck and probably body as well (It looks like and feels heavy enough to be mahogany). It’s got a humbucker, two single coils (the PUs are really nasty looking and the single coils look a little loose) like that can be turned on or off by three switches and 1 volume and 1 tone pot. It’s got some kind of double locking trem that is lacking an arm and is missing parts of the locking nut. I have no idea what kind of trem it is using. The Saddles on the trem are in a kind of L shape. BTW the neck has shark fin inlays, they are not in very well so I assume they were added later by a previous owner. The frets also seem to have been filed down from years of use (the guitar might need new ones in a few years), they look ok except for one that doesn’t seem to have been installed in evenly. Anyway this guitar is being sold for $69. I’m thinking of buying it even though it will probably need some work. For those of you that own one, do you think this is a good deal? BTW if I buy this it would be my second guitar (I’ve been playing about a year).

      1. re: Anybody know anything about Morris Hurricane super strats?
        Anonymous

        Rebuild it and you’ll have a great guitar. I have two. Enjoy them greatly. Great sounding playing electrics. Comfy and extremely playable.
        They’re not a Jazz guitar, nor a Country Gretschy thing, but they have nice clean Fenderish sounds and you can get your non fretting hand into then to fingerstyle quite easy. While they can be obviously an in your face metal thing, and yes they can shred as quick as you can, they also can be a great subtle chord triad layer thing behind what else is going on. The best way to describe that is what Larry Treadwell did on Thomas Dolbys Aliens Ate My Buick album, subtle sustained glissando swoops trems with stab chord comps along with nice single note fills,,,,the guitar that way is articulate. They’re fairly heavy in weight for a Strat type, so they have this bigger sustain going on,,thats obvious clean sounds and dirt,,,And they hold their setup for years,,,years.

        Great Guitar

  4. Korean built Morris guitars
    Jim Smethurst

    I have just bought a second-hand Morris MD502 guitar, built in Korea. Does anyone know of a web site for the Korean built instruments? Does anybody know who distributes them in the UK? Anybody got any ideas on new prices?
    I would be grateful for any info.
    Thanks
    Jim

  5. Morris Hummingbird (1976-78 ? )
    Peter Van Cleve

    Looking for info on a morris WH-30 Hummingbird…Morris Musical Inst.Co. 80421.I bought this in Japan in 1978.This guitar is 99.9% mint.I can’t read the signature on the lable.Dose anyone out there know the value of this guitar?possibly some other info?

    1. Re: Morris Hummingbird (1976-78 ? )
      baz

      : Looking for info on a morris WH-30 Hummingbird…Morris Musical Inst.Co. 80421.I bought this in Japan in 1978.This guitar is 99.9% mint.I can’t read the signature on the lable.Dose anyone out there know the value of this guitar?possibly some other info?

      is it signed by m yammawarra?email my personal ok

    2. Re: Morris Hummingbird (1976-78 ? )
      baz

      : Looking for info on a morris WH-30 Hummingbird…Morris Musical Inst.Co. 80421.I bought this in Japan in 1978.This guitar is 99.9% mint.I can’t read the signature on the lable.Dose anyone out there know the value of this guitar?possibly some other info?

      is it signed by m yammawarra?

    1. Re: morris hurricane
      John

      I just bought an equinox 2 from craigs list. It is sweet. It has a shape similar to a strat, is all black, has an humbucker at the bridge and single coil at the neck, an original tremolo, and Gotoh tuners. It had the original hard case, a little ruffed up, but workable. Like I said sweet. I think these will have some collector value if they are in good shape. We’ll see.

    2. Re: morris hurricane
      Gerry

      I just bought a Morris Hurricane Equinox-4 on e-bay, because of all of you guys, raving about these little bastards they call Morris..i saw it on there for $199.00 buy it now and i missed it, thinkin should i or should’nt i?…hmmmmmmm… i was away for the weekend…..so i checked my-ebay.to find that it never drew a bid..I was gonna use the buy it now for the 199.00 but got busy and forgot before i left..anyway…i e-mailed the guy and told him i was interested in it, and he simply replied, (been relisted)…so i check it out and no buy it now but a starting bid of 99.95….so here i go watching it every day..i end up winning it for 126.97 but i planned on paying up to $250.00 on a bet that you guys werent on crack, heroin, or just lying about junk to make yourselves feel better about a guitar that you wish you didnt have…i know about this cause i too have had a couple that you need to talk yourself into liking…lol..ANYWAY……he ships it ..i get it..and i look at it for a bit….shrug my shoulders and say for $126 how can ya bitch….BUT then..i plug it in !!!!…Holy freakin crap…. after a tuning and a couple of flicks of the switches. i was annoying my nieghbors like never before…its an unbelievable guitar…chuncky neck, great frets, inotnated pretty much spot on. and the MORRIS active electronics are HOT HOT HOT !!!!!!!!! harmonicly awsome, and a pleasure to play..and a ton of fun…its got a scratchy pot and the jack was a touch loose and the middle screw and locking pad for the string lock was missing but other than that the best guitar in the fleet…i have 2 $20,000 strats, a heard of vintage gibby’s, some newer gib,s and some epi’s that i really like.. a couple of vintage hagstroms which are unbelievable in there own right. and some vintage made in england WEM Sapphires, the lot of which i have spent a ton of money on set up and refrets parts etc to make them high end units..but this Morris is the cats ass!!!!!it’s heavy as hell too..sustain that DOES NOT END…..it musta been built on a wednesday…LOL..if you get a chance to get one do it..hopefully it will play like mine this one has the magic…a ding here a dong there the pearl white that has a yellowish patina to it….aged very nicely..but it also supposedly was signed by clarence carter.(the guy who wrote strokin) music city 1996…who knows i’ll leave it on there, its kinda cool and hey if its real maybe it will be worth a million someday…lol..hunt one down and buy it you will love it…

    3. Re: morris hurricane
      daniel

      It really IS difficult to find info on the Morris electrics. I bought a Hurrican Suzie a couple of years ago in a pawnshop. I’ve seen one or two others in not-so-good condition, though I’ve never seen the same model as mine, which is an all black strat-style with two burnin’ ‘buckers.

      I spied the guitar in a corner with a bunch of crappy guitars. Picked it up and went "Whoa!! This is a monster guitar!!"

      I went home to search the Net for info, as I’d never heard of Morris before. Didn’t find anything but a few people raving about their Morris electrics.

      I went back to the pawnshop the next weekend and promised myself that I wouldn’t pay more than $150 for it. I tried the guitar again, acoustically, and just fell totally in love with it. What a player!!

      I asked the price and the owner sorta shrugged and said $100. "Could I plug it in?", I asked. Alas, there were no cords in the shop, so I said I’d pay $80 and if the electronics were faulty, I’d eat the cost. Hoo hoo!!

      I took it to my guitar tech to have it set up. He opened the case and did a "WTF???" and rolled his eys ….

      Went in next day to pick up the guitar and the tech says "Jeez, you’ve got a BIG problem here…". I’m picturing dollar bills floating out of my pockets… "What’ up?" I ask.

      "Well, looks like yer gonna have to grow yer hair real long and change yer style of music – this is one s-kickin’ Heavy Metal Guitar!!! It’s incredible" ….

      Oh yeah!!

    4. Re: morris hurricane
      Ryland

      It’s a wonderful guitar to mod. But its stock stuff is good too. It’s really easy to turn that guitar into your own. I have an equinox 1. And it’s a dream.

    5. Re: morris hurricane
      KyleR

      Yeah, i have a red morris hurricane, it’s OLD, i purchased it off ebay, it plays like a BEAST! the action is so low it’s unbelievable. It has a vintage, trem three single coils, looks like someone replaced the nut with a brass one…

    6. Re: morris hurricane
      Doug Lehman

      I have a rectangular case for a Morris Hurricane – Equinox Series electric guitar Black exterior w/ Electric Blue Interior v/g condition if anyone is interested FYI…Thanks

    7. Re: morris hurricane
      Paul

      Can’t find much,i’ve got a metallic pink hurricane with kahler flyer tremelo and locking nut,bridge humbucker and 2 single coils,needs work but plays a beast!even though i’ve had it for 15 years i’ve never come across another!

      1. Pink Hurricane Equinox Guitar
        Owen

        I have the metallic pink Hurricane too. I picked it up new in Hollywood Florida in the mid 80’s. I’d estimate 87. I love the thing and always have. I have three more (charcoal grey, red, and white) just like it. I also have a weird blue one that I think somebody messed up pretty good. It’s been buried in a closet for 15 years.
        I’ve never seen another one in pink though. If you want to sell it PLEASE let me know.

    8. Re: morris hurricane
      toddK

      I have an equinox – 3, been sitting in my closet for years now… don’t know anything about them either though… anyone have any idea what these things are worth?

      1. Re: morris hurricane
        Tim

        I have an Hirricane Equinox 5 with Kahler locking tremelo and a scallopped frets. I totally love it and have owned it about 15 years. Unfortunately, I also know nothing about it.

        : I have an equinox – 3, been sitting in my closet for years now… don’t know anything about them either though… anyone have any idea what these things are worth?

        1. Re: morris hurricane equinox-3
          Jon G.

          Ya I just got this Hurricane Equinox-3.
          I first saw it and it looked kinda cheap.
          WhammyBar sucks. Bright red. 3 Morris pickups.
          I wish I could find more info about this.
          I have the case too.

    9. Re: morris hurricane
      Phil

      I pulled a Hurricane by Morris (Les Paul) out of my cupboard fitted new pickups and love it. Don’t know much about the company though (if they are the same).

      1. Re: morris hurricane
        Craig

        I have the sunburst Les Paul copy too. I know the hurricane by Morris was selling 30ish years ago because thats when the guitar was bought initialy. It plays alot better than the more modern epiphone copies and is also much better built, you can tell that just from the weight difference in the two models. I managed to get the guitar for £100 of a friend and have lowered the strings for that nice "metal" feel, the guitar is versatile, looks great and plays like a dream. Bargain!

        1. Re: morris hurricane
          hunter

          i have just bought (secondhand) a morris hurricane really cheap.. same deal, nobody seems to know anything about them, but all over the web ppl who own them rave about them… this one looks, feels, plays, sounds fantastic. I showed it to a friend who has strats, jacksons, gibson and he is highly critical of "cheap" guitars. He was mighty dubious at first, but once he started playing it I couldn’t get it away from him! His words: "man this is a ball-tearer of a guitar!" I have been to morris website (requires translation from japanese) but there is bugger all info there either. Someone somewhere must know more!

    10. Re: morris hurricane
      Shane

      :This is crazy! It seems everyone who has one of these loves it – inlcuding me. I found a Morris model MD-505 and it is a wonderful instrument. I can’t find any info however. Anybody suggest where to find out about these guitars please help!

      I have a morris hurricane ( equinox-4 ) Does anyone know about this guitar?

      1. Re: morris hurricane need help
        Joe Carmello

        Hello I also have a hurricane equinox but i have a bass guitar.. i was wondering if you knew anymore about them like the maker or even the URL to the makers website.. thanks. If you could email me back with any info..

        [email protected]

        1. Re: morris hurricane need help
          Nick

          : Hello I also have a hurricane equinox but i have a bass guitar.. i was wondering if you knew anymore about them like the maker or even the URL to the makers website.. thanks. If you could email me back with any info..

          : [email protected]

          Hello,crew! I just bought Hurricane by Morris "Explorer" model,and it´s black. Does anyone knows is it rare?? Original pick ups and bridge is missing,but they are replaced with Fender bridge and Seymor Duncan pick ups and it have Schaller tuners too. This guitar has sound like heaven explodes!!! Kick ass!!!!!!

        2. Re: morris hurricane need help
          thud thorax

          Hello Crew,

          I’m new to the forum, but looks like I’m in good company. Funnily enough, I collect and upgrade guitars and have two Hurricane by Morris guitars. One is the Stella, a strat copy, the other is an Eva, a vrey rare Explorer copy. I haven’t got an Equinox, and have not come across the Bass guitar series yet. You will not find a manufacturer’s URL or website, the company does not make guitars under the Morris Hurricane brand anymore. Info even for a collector is sketchy. Rest assured though, the comments so far have been accurate. The Hurricane by Morris series is basic but good quality. Replace your bridge (they’re usually a crap two-post strat type)and perhaps upgrade your pickups if you feel thje need and play along with your mate’s $1000 brand name axe without embarrassment. They’re getting sought after much the same way Vesters and Westones are now hunted down. Hold on to it!

          1. Re: morris hurricane need help
            Rocker3103

            Hi hthere:

            I have a Stella ones and it’s brilliant. I’ve changed the picksups (for wilkinson), the bridge (for an original fender) and the opickguard and i love my guitar (and i have four more expensives guitars).

            Bye!

        3. Don’t know much about the Hurricane or Morris company. But it was my first electric guitar – a Hurricane equinox (-5, I think?) – 3 single-coil pickups, all black, with red lettering.

      1. Hurricane Equinox 3
        FiveCentTech

        I have a pearl white Equinox 3. (strat style) My dad bought it from a Japanese work associate in 89 or 90. It’s been a great guitar over the years. The nut needs to be replaced though and I think the first fret is lifting a little. Won’t be sure until I get the nut done. I just like it because it’s unusual. I don’t think I’d ever sell it though. It has more sentimental value than cash value at this point.

      2. Hurricane guitars
        Owen

        I have 5 Hurricanes. 4 are S S HB locking trem, and one is a Strat style that someone painted the pickguard on. They are in varying states of working order. The pink one is not for sale but anybody know what these things might be worth? They are sitting in a closet not being played.

      3. Morris Equinox 1 bass
        Dani

        I was given a Hurricane by Morris Equinox Bass 1 guitar recently. I can’t seem to find any info at all, Would greatly appreciate any help. I have severe arthritis so I can’t play anymore.
        Thanks so much for any help!

      4. i have a 1987 "blacky",
        Anonymous

        i have a 1987 “blacky”, korean made Hurricane by Morriss Strat. Great guitar, and the neck is a full maple piece, has nice glossy look to it. I was thinking of replacing the original pit guard with a loaded one, but i might hold off on that for now. any one else have one of these guitars.

        1. Hurricane by Morris Stratocaster
          Anny

          Yes I have one. A white one. Iam restoring it. Took old junk paint off now it’s original again.
          I wonder how much it’s worth? It’s got dings and a good gouge on the side.

          And to anybody: should I leave it original and used very hard?
          Or should I get it professionally repainted?]⁹

      5. Can anyone give me info on
        Anonymous

        Can anyone give me info on the morris hurricane equinox 3 black on black cuz be cause I bought one for 200 and I want to know if I was ripped off

          1. Morris hurricane
            Anonymous

            I’ve got a hurricane with a Khaler locking tremolo,ssh.it’s a bit rough looking but plays really well, it’s a kind of aqua,greeny,blue.wondering if it’s worth anything. Thanx

  6. Morris Model W-80
    David Pegg

    I purchased this guitar in a Yokohama guitar shop in 1980. Every one who hears it loves the rich sound. I has really low action as well. Does anyone know what it would be worth today? Thanks!

    1. Re: Morris Model W-80
      Eric

      I just sold one on consignment for $150.

      : I purchased this guitar in a Yokohama guitar shop in 1980. Every one who hears it loves the rich sound. I has really low action as well. Does anyone know what it would be worth today? Thanks!

      1. Re: Morris Model W-80
        David Pegg

        $150!? Wow! I would have give you a lot more than that. Are we talking about the same guitar? 3 Piece back, mother of pearl inlays, abalone trim all the way around the body? I hope we are not talking the same guitar.

        : I just sold one on consignment for $150.

        :
        : : I purchased this guitar in a Yokohama guitar shop in 1980. Every one who hears it loves the rich sound. I has really low action as well. Does anyone know what it would be worth today? Thanks!

        1. Re: Morris Model W-80
          Jeff

          There is currently one for sale on a japanese vintage shop site for 68,000 Yen ($650) in mint condition…

          : $150!? Wow! I would have give you a lot more than that. Are we talking about the same guitar? 3 Piece back, mother of pearl inlays, abalone trim all the way around the body? I hope we are not talking the same guitar.

          : : I just sold one on consignment for $150.

          : :
          : : : I purchased this guitar in a Yokohama guitar shop in 1980. Every one who hears it loves the rich sound. I has really low action as well. Does anyone know what it would be worth today? Thanks!

          1. Re: Morris Model W-80
            David Pegg

            : Thank you! This baby is SWEET! It outplays Martin! It will never be for sale! Thank you Jeff! You Da Man! Of course when I bought it, the Yen rate was about 260 to the dollar. So if I sold it for half that now, I would still come out ahead. $150! I think not…….

            : There is currently one for sale on a japanese vintage shop site for 68,000 Yen ($650) in mint condition…

            :
            : : $150!? Wow! I would have give you a lot more than that. Are we talking about the same guitar? 3 Piece back, mother of pearl inlays, abalone trim all the way around the body? I hope we are not talking the same guitar.

            : : : I just sold one on consignment for $150.

            : : :
            : : : : I purchased this guitar in a Yokohama guitar shop in 1980. Every one who hears it loves the rich sound. I has really low action as well. Does anyone know what it would be worth today? Thanks!

    1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
      Jeff Fifield

      I purchased my Morris A 12 new in 1970 or 71. It was a cheapie. I only met one other person who had one and now he is dead. I have never seen another. I paid less than $100 and it has seen alot of action over 30+ years. I have a sentimental attachment to it and will always have it.

      1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS 12 string
        Penny

        I have the opportunity to purchase a Morris 12 string – used, have no ides of it’s age or model number a this time. Is there someone that can tell me how they like their 12 string? All the reviews I’ve seen on this site are for 6 string, but seem to be very good reviews.

        1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS 12 string A-28
          Penny

          Have found out that it is a model A-283 or S, can’t ell if it’s a 3 or an S. Does anyone have one of these. Am buying it blind off craig’s list. Only heard the guy play it over the phone..sounded good.: I have the opportunity to purchase a Morris 12 string – used, have no ides of it’s age or model number a this time. Is there someone that can tell me how they like their 12 string? All the reviews I’ve seen on this site are for 6 string, but seem to be very good reviews.

      2. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
        leonard brown

        : I purchased my Morris A 12 new in 1970 or 71. It was a cheapie. I only met one other person who had one and now he is dead. I have never seen another. I paid less than $100 and it has seen alot of action over 30+ years. I have a sentimental attachment to it and will always have it.

        1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
          leonard brown

          : : I purchased my Morris A 12 new in 1970 or 71. It was a cheapie. I only met one other person who had one and now he is dead. I have never seen another. I paid less than $100 and it has seen alot of action over 30+ years. I have a sentimental attachment to it and will always have it.
          I bought my Morris Tornado (limited edition) about 25 years ago. And if anything, plays and sounds better than it ever did. Volume and action is far better than any of the other better know name brands!!

    2. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
      barry capman

      : I HAVE TWO MORRIS GUITARS ABOUT 15 OR 20 YEARS OLD (MODELS: JUMBO MW-82 AND TORNADO Z-100). I WANT TO KNOW SOMETHING ABOUT THEM. ARE EXPENSIVE?, ARE A GOOD GUITARS?.

      : ANYONE CAN HELP ME PLEASE?. THANKS
      Hey jorge,
      i too own a z-100,great guitar,have some good info to share
      if you answer,tell me about yours,color,shape,case,where you
      got it from,is it in good condition? i live in melbourne austrailia,where do you hail from? hope to here from you

    3. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
      Gene

      I have a 1970 Morris A-12 six string acoustic which has mellowed very nicely with age. I love this guitar. Othat than that I don’t know much about Morris guitars. It’s actually my wife’s guitar and wasn’t expensive at the time of purchase but stands up very well with the more expensive models of the era and is outstanding compared to some of the crap that sells today.

      1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
        John Staley

        I have 1970 Morris A-12 six string acoustic which has additional model # stamp of W13 beneath the A-12. The guitar has a great sound and I wonder what is its value.

      2. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
        HankM.

        I have a Morris acoustic Dreadnaught style. I appears to be a knock off of Martins D45. I bought it in 1974. The only indication of it’s model is on the inside bracing under the Morris name is written "Special". The number 80 is stamped next to the truss rod adjuster. This is an outstanding instrument!
        Does anyone have any info about this guitar?

      3. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
        gabi

        I LOVE THESE GUITARS TOO, THEY ARE WELL MANUFACTERED WITH GOOD WOODS (EBONY FINGERBOARD) AND ORIGNAL HARDWARE, I HAVE COMPARED THEM WITH ACTUALS MODELS OF TAKAMINE, OVATION, ALHAMBRA NJ, AND I THINK IN SOME ASPECTS THEY PLAY BETTER.

        THE WEB OF MORRIS IS IN JAPANESE AND I WOULD FIND SOME WEB IN ENGLISH ABOUT THIS WONDERFUL GUITARS. ANYBODY NOWS ONE?

        1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
          Dean

          I got my Morris fifteen years ago and haven’t seen one since.
          I have a floritine cutaway, great sound, action, lovely neck and tone.
          Any idea of value for insurance?

          :

        2. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
          Dean

          I got my Morris fifteen years ago, and it is the last one I have seen. It is a MC 30 six string with a floritine cutaway, solid top.
          Any ideas about value?

        3. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
          scottbrian

          : I LOVE THESE GUITARS TOO, THEY ARE WELL MANUFACTERED WITH GOOD WOODS (EBONY FINGERBOARD) AND ORIGNAL HARDWARE, I HAVE COMPARED THEM WITH ACTUALS MODELS OF TAKAMINE, OVATION, ALHAMBRA NJ, AND I THINK IN SOME ASPECTS THEY PLAY BETTER.

          : THE WEB OF MORRIS IS IN JAPANESE AND I WOULD FIND SOME WEB IN ENGLISH ABOUT THIS WONDERFUL GUITARS. ANYBODY NOWS ONE?

          :my uncle sent me a dreadnought smallbody morris guitar on a second,it was so cheap so he buy it from a friend who doesn’t know how to play.i just want to ask if how much is the exact of this guitar…..this is the best acoustic guitar i’ve ever palyed….scottbrian from cebu,philippines

        4. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
          scott

          : I LOVE THESE GUITARS TOO, THEY ARE WELL MANUFACTERED WITH GOOD WOODS (EBONY FINGERBOARD) AND ORIGNAL HARDWARE, I HAVE COMPARED THEM WITH ACTUALS MODELS OF TAKAMINE, OVATION, ALHAMBRA NJ, AND I THINK IN SOME ASPECTS THEY PLAY BETTER.

          : THE WEB OF MORRIS IS IN JAPANESE AND I WOULD FIND SOME WEB IN ENGLISH ABOUT THIS WONDERFUL GUITARS. ANYBODY NOWS ONE?

          :my uncle sent me a dreadnought smallbody morris guitar on a second,it was so cheap so he buy it from a friend who doesn’t know how to play.i just want to ask if what the exact of this guitar…..this is the best acoustic guitar i’ve ever palyed….

        5. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
          scott

          : I LOVE THESE GUITARS TOO, THEY ARE WELL MANUFACTERED WITH GOOD WOODS (EBONY FINGERBOARD) AND ORIGNAL HARDWARE, I HAVE COMPARED THEM WITH ACTUALS MODELS OF TAKAMINE, OVATION, ALHAMBRA NJ, AND I THINK IN SOME ASPECTS THEY PLAY BETTER.

          : THE WEB OF MORRIS IS IN JAPANESE AND I WOULD FIND SOME WEB IN ENGLISH ABOUT THIS WONDERFUL GUITARS. ANYBODY NOWS ONE?

          :my uncle sent me bought a dreadnought smallbody morris guitar on a second,it was so cheap so he buy it from a friend who doesn’t know how to play.i just want to ask if what the exact of this guitar…..this is the best acoustic guitar i’ve ever palyed….

        6. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
          ace

          : Hi. The English version of the Morris Guitar website is being worked on. I am working with Morris on promoting their new (mid to high) line of steel string acoustics, designed for fingerstyle players. I am a friend of the family. I play one of their models for fingerstyle and it sounds great. Very good workmanship and quality. They sound pretty close to the way Taylors sound, for less money. Morris is starting to pick up more dealers in the U.S. Shoot me an email if you have other questions and I’ll try to help.

          1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
            matt

            Hi. I have an old Morris solidbody electric classical that I can’t find any info on at all. Do you know of it? There’s no model or labelling or serial number, just the logo on the headstock. It’s a great guitar – i bought it privately from an old jazz dude in Sydney about 10 years ago. There’s just not a skerrick of info around on this guitar that I can find.

            1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
              alex arroyo

              hey, iam the eldest grandkid of toshio moridaira. he is the owner of Morris guitars. My mom is the treasurer, so i think i can help u out

              1. Morris TF-60
                CHRIS CARR

                I’m trying to find more detailed information on a Morris TF-60 model I just purchased from Japan. It has the tan oval Morris in silver label the was made in japan with the model serial number as TF-60. What year production might this be? It is a red tobacco sunburst.

                Thanks for any info you might share
                Chris

                1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
                  Ian Hartley

                  I recently found a Morris LD5N classical style guitar dated 1973 in a garbage bin in my street. The machine heads were damaged and it wouldn’t tune but with a bit of attention it’s absolutely fine. It sounds really really sweet, beautiful bright sound. I cannot believe someone threw this out!
                  Almost nothing on the internet to explain who Morris guitars are (other than a dodgy website that might damage my computer).

                  1. a-12 6 string w-13
                    Nephi

                    This was my very first guitar. serial no.270805. I got it when I was 12 or 13 and its still one of my favorites. (Im 28 now) It was old and beatup when I got it but like many others I’d like to know more about it (date- etc) Its a double bound dreadnaut. Im just glad that im not alone in loving this unknown guitar. good luck to all.

          2. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
            Ferenc Hajdu

            Hi, dear All!
            I have an acoustic Morris guitar (model W604M) with bronze strings, made in Japan in 1977. I own it for 18 years, I very like the sound of it and I cared it very much. But unfortunately it slipped out from the shoulder-strap and fell down. The edge of the back side was bruised, and it seems that on about a six inches long part the back plate was parted from the side. I see another hairline cleft on the middle of the edge. I would like to know, that whether this effects the sound of the guitar? If yes, can the guitar be repared? The sound of the guitar will be the same as originaly? I am in despair.
            Thank you in advance,
            Ferenc Hajdu
            Budapset, Hungary

          3. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
            Paul

            Ace, Is the English version of the Morris web site up yet? I have a 1979 Morris W-25 in perfect condition and was wondering about how much it is worth. Any idea?

            1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
              otto

              : Ace, Is the English version of the Morris web site up yet? I have a 1979 Morris W-25 in perfect condition and was wondering about how much it is worth. Any idea?

              Hi, I’m also a Morris guitar player and would like to know how much my Flamenco Acoustic/Electric is worth.

              1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
                Jerry Boyd

                :I also have a like new W-25 and would like to sell but can’t find what the value is. It has a ebony fingerboard and bridge and is a 1975-76 I believe. Any ideas? Help! Jerry

          4. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
            DanHinde

            I need more information on Morris guitars, particularly the guitars that were produced in the 1970’s. You mentioned that you are working with Morris….can you refer me to a suitable source from the Morris company?

            : : Hi. The English version of the Morris Guitar website is being worked on. I am working with Morris on promoting their new (mid to high) line of steel string acoustics, designed for fingerstyle players. I am a friend of the family. I play one of their models for fingerstyle and it sounds great. Very good workmanship and quality. They sound pretty close to the way Taylors sound, for less money. Morris is starting to pick up more dealers in the U.S. Shoot me an email if you have other questions and I’ll try to help.

            1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
              Lars Blume

              I bought my Morris six-string in Sweden in 1971. The local music shop purchased two guitars for evaluation. I bought the first and a friend of mine bought the second one. Note the price 325 SEK which corresponded to $40 !!! If you take the inflation into consideration, today’s price would be around $250!!!
              The sound, especially the bass, is great, and you can compare it to some of the Martin models from the mid 70s.
              I was on a business trip to Yokohama Japan a couple of years ago. In one of the shopping streets I found a music store full of Morris guitars. Unfortunately I was short of money, otherwise I would have bought a 12-string.
              Right now I’m looking for a new guitar. It’s more or less impossible to find a Morris in Sweden, so I guess I’ll have to buy another brand.

              /Lars

              1. Re: MORRIS GUITARS
                Ian Mills

                Hi Lars,

                I have just privately purchased a Morris W621S Acoustic owned by a session musician who worked with Roxette and many other big names.
                It is one of the richest sounds I’ve heard from an acoustic.

                Ian
                Järfälla
                Sweden

                : I bought my Morris six-string in Sweden in 1971. The local music shop purchased two guitars for evaluation. I bought the first and a friend of mine bought the second one. Note the price 325 SEK which corresponded to $40 !!! If you take the inflation into consideration, today’s price would be around $250!!!
                : The sound, especially the bass, is great, and you can compare it to some of the Martin models from the mid 70s.
                : I was on a business trip to Yokohama Japan a couple of years ago. In one of the shopping streets I found a music store full of Morris guitars. Unfortunately I was short of money, otherwise I would have bought a 12-string.
                : Right now I’m looking for a new guitar. It’s more or less impossible to find a Morris in Sweden, so I guess I’ll have to buy another brand.

                : /Lars

    4. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... JORGE SEGURA
      JORGE SEGURA

      I HAVE TWO MORRIS GUITARS ABOUT 15 OR 20 YEARS OLD (MODELS: JUMBO MW-82 AND TORNADO Z-100). I WANT TO KNOW SOMETHING ABOUT THEM. ARE EXPENSIVE?, ARE A GOOD GUITARS?.

      ANYONE CAN HELP ME PLEASE?. THANKS

      1. Morris A-12 Fair Market Value
        Bport Dave

        Can anyone give me an estimate of the fair market value of a Morris A-12 (serial number 2831)? My brother hardly played it and no longer wanted it. I thought it would be a nice contrast to my Stratocaster. The Morris is in very good shape but the action needs adjustment and a couple of the tuning pegs have corroded (chrome is “bubbled”). The finish is near pristine with only a couple of minor blemishes. I’d really appreciate any feed back on the Morris’ value. My internet searches have only found one A-12 for sale on E-Bay (stillfor sale after months).

      2. MY A-20 12 string cherished long term friend
        SUSAN in NC USA

        I was looking for the value of this guitar- out of curiosity- I gave $100 plus my 6 string guitar for it back in 1974 when I was 13 and my teachers most advanced student. It has been a treasure at girl scout campfires, church services and a few albums cut with friends. Sad to say it got put away after a death of a dear musical friend. I just took it out, had it restrung and plan to play and sing Sunday morning at a Quaker service. Thank God for my Morris 12 string- its worth it’s weight it gold for all we have been thru together.

      3. Morris 12 string
        Trav

        I just scored a Morris 12 string of a mate today. It says the model is B703 and the year 1976. But try as I might I cannot find any info about this model. Anyone out there know anything about it??
        Thanks 🙂

      4. Pls. help identify my Morris guitar
        Ted

        I recently acquired a Morris solid body guitar. Nylon String with lower cutaway.
        on the sticker inside the sound hole it says:

        product of MORRIS Japan
        GROOVIN’
        Powered Acoustic Guitar
        GG-90Z

        any help identifying this guitar, as to date made, kinds of wood used, trade value would really be appreciated!

        Ted

  7. Electric Morris
    Ove Wall

    Hi fellows,
    I see that many of you are looking for info about their Morris instruments. Me to! I got an electric Morris GS, bought about 1985. I love it and think it’s a copy of Ibanez George Benson-model.
    Do any of you out tere know anything more about it? I have never seen anyone play om a like one.
    And it seems that Morris nomore are producing electric guitars. Or have some other company bought it?
    Do anyone have a slightest idea of what it is worth?
    Regards
    Ove Wall
    Sweden

    1. Re: Electric Morris
      Ove Wall

      I’ve mailed Morris Ink and asked about the instrument. They tell me the model is MG-811, but cant tell me anything more than size, material and some fakts about the microphones.
      MG-811 – someone that knows more. Handmade or…
      Ove Wall
      Sweden

  8. A 1975 Morris Acoustic guitar model WH1024
    Scott Scanlon

    Hi this guitar was made in Japan in 1975 Inside it has a label which reads: ‘The Best Quality Guitar Morris model no.WH1024 anno.1975 inspected by……. Made in JApan’ The inspector has signed it but I cannot work out the name. I have seen this model of guitar used by The Rolling Stones but apart from that I have not seen any others. Does any body know anything about this guitar? its value, is it rare, any info about the Morris company? any help would be greatly appreciated.
    Regards Scott

    1. Re: A 1975 Morris Acoustic guitar model WH1024
      ace

      Scott,
      Do you still need info on your guitar? I can try and find out. I know some folks at Morris. Is your guitar an acoustic or electric? You can send your response directly to my email address above. Thanks.
      Ace
      Ace

      1. Re: A 1975 Morris Acoustic guitar model WH1024
        manfred felix

        : Hallo ace
        I have bought an Morris BW 650 9 string guitar from a friend who bought it in the 70-ties. It is a lovely guitar, with abalone inlay. Could you give me some more information about this guitar. I also bought an BR 92 12 strings. Thanks
        the webside from our musicgroup is http://www.2ofakind.nl

        1. considering purchasing one of these
          Steve

          Hello,

          Could you tell me your experience with the 9string and how it sounds. I have a w-40 form 1975 and really like it. And if yu don’t mind I am curious how much you paid for it.

          thanks

  9. Identify this please...
    Esteban

    I have an old electric lap steel guitar. It has a decal on the head stock showing two rearing lions facing each other over the word
    "CA–ORN" or similar. Anyone help with identification will be helpful. I am in the process of restoring this piece.
    Thanks

    1. 1979 Morris accoustic guitar
      Scott

      Hi

      I have a red/yellow sunburst Morris accoustic guitar which my dad bought in amsterdam in the 70’s it has a scratch board which is decorated with hummingbirds and butterflies. The same pattern of guitar features in Cheryl Crows new single ‘The first cut is the deepest’. I have also seen the same guitar in Marc Bolan’s (T-Rex)collection of guitars. I am trying to get a valuation and info on it can anyone help
      Cheers
      Scott

    2. Re: official website morris guitars
      Adam Honeybun

      : hi all,

      : anybody knows the url of the official website of morris guitars?

      : thx Wilbert

      I would also like to know the official website if u find it…. thanks

    3. Re: official website morris guitars
      Adam Honeybun

      : hi all,

      : anybody knows the url of the official website of morris guitars?

      : thx Wilbert

      I would also like to know the official website if u find it…. thanks

      1. Re: official website morris guitars
        Steen

        : : hi all,

        : : anybody knows the url of the official website of morris guitars?

        : : thx Wilbert

        : I would also like to know the official website if u find it…. thanks

    1. morris 12 string mb 301-12
      hoss

      A dear friend gave me his he bought overseas while in the Marine Corps. It is an excellent player, just has a bit of belly bow. I think I’m going the try the Bridge Docter to pull it flat, if that fails, I will pull the bridge off and steam it flat.

      I was looking for info when I stumbled in here. If I find any thing interesting I’ll post it up…

      -Hoss

    2. Re: Morris 12 string - model: MB-301-12
      Jim Carlile

      : I bought this guitar in 1990 2nd-hand. Any info on Morris 12-strings?

      I only know that I bought mine in 1978, and loved her dearly. She played all over the united states with me. Unfortunatly, I made a horrible choice, and traded her for a ES335. I miss her horribly, and would be overjoyed to buy another. I hope you enjoy yours as much as I did mine.

      Jim

    3. Re: Morris 12 string - models: MB-301-12, & MB-305-12
      J. Wycoff (via moderator)

      I bought this guitar in 1990 2nd-hand. Any info on Morris 12-strings?

      I, also have little info on my pawn shop 12 string, Morris

  10. Morris Accoustic Model A-16
    Kathy G

    My husband bought a Morris Accoustic Guitar model A-16. It also has a lable on the headstock that reads Yoshino Co., ltd. Can anyone tell me anything about this guitar. Thanks.

  11. Advice on making a Lap Steel/Hawaiian guitar
    Barry Kinslow

    Hi everybody.

    I would like to make a Lap Steel/Hawaiian guitar instead of just retuning a conventional electric model & playing it sideways. I am in England and not all timber, or wood as we call it, is available readily over here. I can buy Ash, White Oak or Mahogany locally, but what other timber would be suitable for obtaining smooth mid range sound and fairly bright top end sounds? Any advice on the subject of building one of these guitars is most welcome.

    Bazza.

    1. Re: Advice on making a Lap Steel/Hawaiian guitar
      Fern

      I think mahogany could be a good choice. To be honest, I build them from any wood. My latest project is from zebrano. Also build laps from ash. Try to use quarter sawn wood, from about 45mm thickness, one piece, or two piece. The body, neck and head is just one piece of wood. More important is a good pick-up, like a p90 for a six string. Make it short scale, about 22.5 inch, as it is easier to play when using advanced playing techniques. Also it is better for the strings; lapsteels are usually tuned some higher than a guitar. (’cause of the open-chord tunings). The action is about 1cm…
      Other thing, the strings are paralel, so the neck width is equal to the bridge width. And all string are at the same hight, all *top* of the strings, as your slide is flat too.
      Try to think about your right hand position, and where to place ther electronics (pots), so you are still able to use them while playing.

      When finished, and want more, try to build a Weissenborn, thats real fun!

      That’s all, folks!
      Bye,
      Fern

      : Hi everybody.

      : I would like to make a Lap Steel/Hawaiian guitar instead of just retuning a conventional electric model & playing it sideways. I am in England and not all timber, or wood as we call it, is available readily over here. I can buy Ash, White Oak or Mahogany locally, but what other timber would be suitable for obtaining smooth mid range sound and fairly bright top end sounds? Any advice on the subject of building one of these guitars is most welcome.

      : Bazza.

  12. Morris tornado accoustic for sale
    Barry

    I am in possesion of a Morris Z-100 tornado accoustic guitar,it’s about 15-20 years old ,cherry finish built in pick up,it has a fibreglass back like an ovation with a cutaway body kind of les paulish shape ,sound hole is heart shaped ,has a custom made fur lined hard case and all original hardware with stand,very nice rare guitar all your’s for 500 greenbacks,yes you to can have a much wanted guitar.. you can also get me at [email protected]

    1. Re: Morris tornado accoustic for sale
      barry

      : I am in possesion of a Morris Z-100 tornado accoustic guitar,it’s about 15-20 years old ,cherry finish built in pick up,it has a fibreglass back like an ovation with a cutaway body kind of les paulish shape ,sound hole is heart shaped ,has a custom made fur lined hard case and all original hardware with stand,very nice rare guitar all your’s for 500 greenbacks,yes you to can have a much wanted guitar.. you can also get me at [email protected]

      morris guitar no longer available

    1. Re: Morris Guitar
      Bill

      I too have a morris guitar I is a solid body classical with active on board preamp-solid mahogany with a spruce to-its pretty nice-bought it used but dont know anything abut it-

    2. Re: Morris Guitar
      john lupton

      ive also got a morris from the early 70’s and from what i know its a diff company, morris supposidely changed their name to gibson. hold on to it. its worth a couple of rainy days!!

      John/ireland

    3. Re: Morris Guitar-1976 Model-W604M
      Jon Gerard

      : I have a Morris guitar that I bought new in Hawaii in 1976. Can any one tell me if this guitar is built by the same company that is making the Morris guitars of today. Mine was also made in Japan. It is a Model 604m, does anybody know anything about this? Let me know please…Thank you!!

      1. Re: Morris Guitar-1976 Model-W604M
        Jeff

        It is indeed the same company:
        Moridaira musical instruments in Tokyo
        Web: http://www.morrisguitars.com/

        : : I have a Morris guitar that I bought new in Hawaii in 1976. Can any one tell me if this guitar is built by the same company that is making the Morris guitars of today. Mine was also made in Japan. It is a Model 604m, does anybody know anything about this? Let me know please…Thank you!!

        1. Morris Guitar-1976 Model-W604M
          Brian Stoner

          Hi i have the same guitar in good condition and wanted to inquire into the value of the guitar. It is a well built guitar, though it does seem to be a working mans guitar i do not have any idea of the value. 1976 morris w604m.
          thank you very much.

        2. Re: Morris Guitar-1976 Model-W604M
          Roger

          Hi,

          Never sell your Morris W 604M. I have the same guitar and its a maybe better expll then the martin D. Spruce solid top and maghony sides and back.
          Some of my musical friends offer my big mony for my 604 but i will never selll.

          gretings, Roger

          : Moridaira musical instruments in Tokyo
          : Web: http://www.morrisguitars.com/

          :
          : : : I have a Morris guitar that I bought new in Hawaii in 1976. Can any one tell me if this guitar is built by the same company that is making the Morris guitars of today. Mine was also made in Japan. It is a Model 604m, does anybody know anything about this? Let me know please…Thank you!!

          1. Re: Morris Guitar-1976 Model-W604M
            Charles

            : Hi,

            : Never sell your Morris W 604M. I have the same guitar and its a maybe better expll then the martin D. Spruce solid top and maghony sides and back.
            : Some of my musical friends offer my big mony for my 604 but i will never selll.

            : gretings, Roger

            :
            : : Moridaira musical instruments in Tokyo
            : : Web: http://www.morrisguitars.com/

            : :
            : : : : I have a Morris guitar that I bought new in Hawaii in 1976. Can any one tell me if this guitar is built by the same company that is making the Morris guitars of today. Mine was also made in Japan. It is a Model 604m, does anybody know anything about this? Let me know please…Thank you!!

            I am wondering if my Morris is an earlier version of yours. I purchased my Morris new in 1972. It has a spruce top, mahogany back and sides, rosewood fretboard and inlaid mother-of-pearl. It has the label inside with W-604 and the year is 1972. I do know that it was made in Japan. I think that I paid about $150 for it then. Was wondering the value of it now. It is in extremely good condition.

        3. Re: Morris Guitar-1976 Model-W604M
          Louis

          1976 I have purchased this Morris Guitar type W 604M new for approx 600 Guilders,(approx 275Euros) (hardcase included) at a musicstore in Zwolle, Holland.
          Top made from high quality spruce. Back and sides solid Brazilian Rosewood!! These days the same guitar would cost at least 10 Times as much the amount I paid for it.

          Right from the start when I bought this guitar I was very satisfied with it’s tone since this is just far out and at least comparable with high end models of famous and expensive brands. WOW!!Nowerdays I own many electric and accoustic high end brand guitars, however After 33 years I still have this fantastic sounding guitar and never will let it go.

          1. Re: Morris Guitar-1976 Model-W604M
            John

            : 1976 I have purchased this Morris Guitar type W 604M new for approx 600 Guilders,(approx 275Euros) (hardcase included) at a musicstore in Zwolle, Holland.
            : Top made from high quality spruce. Back and sides solid Brazilian Rosewood!! These days the same guitar would cost at least 10 Times as much the amount I paid for it.

            : Right from the start when I bought this guitar I was very satisfied with it’s tone since this is just far out and at least comparable with high end models of famous and expensive brands. WOW!!Nowerdays I own many electric and accoustic high end brand guitars, however After 33 years I still have this fantastic sounding guitar and never will let it go.

            I have exactly the same but are you sure for Brazilian Rosewood , mine seems to be indian

            1. Morris Guitars
              Mark Armstrong

              I have a Morris W 846 which I bought in Sydney in 1983 for $330 . It has Rosewood back and sides , not sure if Brazillian or Indian solid spruce top and maple strip at the back. Beautifull sounding guitar …. its a keeper !! wonder what its worth ?

    4. Re: Morris Guitar-1976
      Jon Gerard

      : I have a Morris guitar that I bought new in Hawaii in 1976. Can any one tell me if this guitar is built by the same company that is making the Morris guitars of today. Mine was also made in Japan. It is a Model 604m, does anybody know anything about this? Let me know please…Thank you!!

      1. Re: Morris Guitar-1976 W604M
        Louis Baetsen

        Hi Jon, the Morris W604M was one of my first Dreadnaught Western Guitars. I purchased it in 1977 in Holland brandnew for about US$485 included a hardcase. I still have this outstanding soundquality guitar. Back and sides from he body are all solid Rosewood. Top is also solid and made of high quality spruce. Bindings everywhere on the body and neck and beautiful abalone inlays around the top and rosette. Mine do sound at least as beautiful like my friend’s Martin D35. I never refretted the neck although there’s pretty much fretwear by now after almost 30 years that it’s in my pocession. Thanks for looking, Louis

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

      I have a Morris guitar that I bought new in Hawaii in 1976. Can any one tell me if this guitar is built by the same company that is making the Morris guitars of today. Mine was also made in Japan. It is a Model 604m, does anybody know anything about this? Let me know please…Thank you!!

      1. Re: TF Morris acoustic guitar model W-50
        Jeff

        This is exagerated, the W-50 was sold around 100$ equivalent at the time! It is an entry model (like my 78′ W-602), but is a great guitar and you should keep it.

        : : I have a Morris special, about 30 years old, and have been offered $1200. Also heard its worth around $3000.

        1. Morris W-50
          Mike

          I live in Japan and just spoke to a vintage guitar dealer here about the vintage Morris guitars specifically my Morris W-50 Special. He said the Morris W-50 Special was originally sold for $500 in the 70’s making it roughly $2000 in todays value. But then again what it’s worth and what someone will pay is two different things. He said the old Morris are very collectable and also very rare. I own a W-40 and a W-50 and would take them anyday over a modern day Martin.

          1. Hi, I know this is an old thread, but hoping to find out something about the Morris W-90. The label says it was manufactured in 1970. Can’t find anything online about that model. In some info I have found, it appears that most Morris models were copies of other guitar maker models. Do you know if the W-90 was a copy of another guitar? Is it worth $150 if it is in good shape? Thanks for any info you can give me.

    1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... George Johnson
      George Johnson

      just out of curiousity, does anyone have an idea what a Morris W-50 is worth? It is dark brown on top, with a double wooded back. It highly resembles the more expensive Martin guitar, and has a great sound to it. I had purchased this instrument on Okinawa in 1979. Do I have a nice guitar or is this (guitar) junk?

      1. Morris WB -50
        eric baheux

        Hello,
        I own a Morris W 50 black (WB-50) and I can’t see any on the Internet.
        I bought it in 1979 for about $ 300 . It was made in Japan and inspected by G Yamada.
        Could you provide me some information on the worth of this guitar today and on the specs ?

        Thanks a lot !

      2. Re: TF Morris acoustic guitar model W-50
        Mitch Barker

        I own a Morris model W-50, its an exact copy of a Martin D-45 they were made by a man who worked for the Martin company – He took the exact molds of the D-45 to make the Morris W-50- A 1970 Martin D-45 can sell for $30,000 and the reason being they have the martin name… Ive played a lot of Gibsons and Martins and I own a Blueridge also and the Morris sounds just as deep as the Martin, in my opinion Keep your Morris guitar, theyre arent many kicking around anymore regardless of what its truly worth (mine was $560.00) its still a beautiful instrument made with just as much detail and preciscion as the martin.

  13. I just need over all info on building an electric guitar
    Jake Wagner

    Um I need guitar building info for a project for class if any one out there can please emal me the info that would be great I really need the info.

  14. TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
    Michael Butler

    In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
    I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
    I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

    1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #B-50
      Robert

      : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
      : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
      : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

      I have a TF Morris 12string M# B-50 in a Yamaha hardshell case, new strings, like new condition willing to sell. I saw
      where an identical 6 string was for sale on E-bay for 600.oo
      something. Give me an address and an offer and I’ll send you
      some pics. Z-man

      1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #B-50
        John...NY

        : : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
        : : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
        : : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

        : I have a TF Morris 12string M# B-50 in a Yamaha hardshell case, new strings, like new condition willing to sell. I saw
        : where an identical 6 string was for sale on E-bay for 600.oo
        : something. Give me an address and an offer and I’ll send you
        : some pics. Z-man

        I HAVE A 1990 Morris B-50 .
        from conversations with a Morris rep., I have found out that ths model was made from 1986 -1991, with less than 100 total made.

        Mine appears to be solid Jacaranda back and sides , with a wedge of Chestnut in the center.

        Jacaranda is of course, Brazilian Rosewood.

        I have been playing 90% 12 string since 1972 and this is by far the best sounding and oudest 12 I have ever played….Including Martins, Taylor Jumbos (855, 655CE).

        Look up on line "Guitars Japan" and see his 6 string Morris that he is asking $2750 for but really doesn’t want to sell.

        Incidently, The older (70’s) seem to be veneer, while the 86 to 91 models are solid Brazilian Rosewood. I have mine insured for $3000. I had the original case, but it wasn’t as solid as I wanted, so I bought a new Martin dreadnaught case, which fits perfect.

        Mine is a keeper….you should hang on to yours also…they were never exported to the US and yours is the only other one I have heard of here. Mine is ni near mint condition and has zero problems. I just had to lower he action a bit through the sound hole and string with lightweight Elixirs.

        John

          1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... John - NY
            John - NY

            : : : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
            : : : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
            : : : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

            : : I have a TF Morris 12string M# B-50 in a Yamaha hardshell case, new strings, like new condition willing to sell. I saw
            : : where an identical 6 string was for sale on E-bay for 600.oo
            : : something. Give me an address and an offer and I’ll send you
            : : some pics. Z-man

            :
            : I HAVE A 1990 Morris B-50 .
            : from conversations with a Morris rep., I have found out that ths model was made from 1986 -1991, with less than 100 total made.

            : Mine appears to be solid Jacaranda back and sides , with a wedge of Chestnut in the center.

            : Jacaranda is of course, Brazilian Rosewood.

            : I have been playing 90% 12 string since 1972 and this is by far the best sounding and oudest 12 I have ever played….Including Martins, Taylor Jumbos (855, 655CE).

            : Look up on line "Guitars Japan" and see his 6 string Morris that he is asking $2750 for but really doesn’t want to sell.

            : Incidently, The older (70’s) seem to be veneer, while the 86 to 91 models are solid Brazilian Rosewood. I have mine insured for $3000. I had the original case, but it wasn’t as solid as I wanted, so I bought a new Martin dreadnaught case, which fits perfect.

            : Mine is a keeper….you should hang on to yours also…they were never exported to the US and yours is the only other one I have heard of here. Mine is ni near mint condition and has zero problems. I just had to lower he action a bit through the sound hole and string with lightweight Elixirs.

            : John

            Follow up:
            In case you didn’t know, TF Moridaira was the luthier. The Guitar is a nearly dead-on copy of the late 30’s to about 1941 Martin D-45, the holy grail of acoustics (Only in 12 stringconfiguration)….some D-45’s are worth in excess of $250,000. The first one was made for Gene Autry.

            John

      1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
        travis

        hey, I bought a morris special about a year ago and I love it, I bought it at a used guitar shop for $400 and it was worth every penny! I hear it could be worth a lot.

      2. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
        tom roller

        I just bought a Morris W-20 and can’t find any info either. Bought it for $25 at a yard sale, and it actually plays and sounds nice. The neck is a little narrow for my taste but the guitar has volume and it’s tone is pretty clear. I’d say it’s equal to a lot of $200-300 guitars, except that it is not pretty in any way. No attractive purling or binding. Still $25 is a deal.

        -Tom

      3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Geoff
        Geoff

        : I have a Morris Special, W621S – bought it in about 1980 in Vancouver, B.C., Canada. I always wondered if anyone else bought one of these guitars. Fun to play, it’s a cutaway neck,blonde wood (not sure what the wood is). I am alwasy open to anyone interested in purchasing the guitar. Just drop me a line. Cheers, Geoff.

        : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
        : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
        : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

    2. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
      Ksnoflake

      : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
      : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
      : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

      We have a T F Morris W613 that we are looking at finding info on.
      Ksnoflake

        1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #MA8135
          Stephen Long

          i have a chance to buy this great guitar ,but need to know what this is worth and where was it made,its in mint shape and a real cool design on the back that is a differnt colour wood all togather. tks Steve

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

          I bought mine TF Morris W613 in august 1978 in Breda (The Netherlands) It has a triple backside of some Brazilian wood about which the shopowner at that time told me that is was the latest of this kind that were built with this special wood because the export of it was banned since some months then. I don’t remember all things he told me (I was 15 at the time)though a guitarteacher I had for some years who was very much "into" it conferred the seller’s story.
          The guitar however is still very beautifull, has a rich sound, even though I hardly played it lately (I have a hand built flamenco-guitar that is my fav.)
          I would like to hear more about it! When I remember more I’ll write it down!
          Allard

    3. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
      steve

      : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
      : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
      : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

      I found the Morris web site at http://www.morris-guitar.com/top/html. The parent company is Moridaira good luck it is in Jap with Eng sub titles.
      Go fishing and click on the pictures for pretty good pix of their line with $$ in Yen

    4. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
      Jared

      Hey, shoot me an e-mail when you get a chance! I own a Morris guitar myself and have been trying to find someone else who owns one!
      Jared

      : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
      : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
      : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

      1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
        john

        hey
        ive got a morris md-501 that my dad bought at an auction 30 years ago, apparently its worth a bit, any info would be appreciated

      2. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
        alle

        Home

        Here’s a place on the net that is going to (or is already selling) Morris guitars. They have the s-series up there to look at and check out. Hope this helps. I also have a Morris.

        1. Re: morris hurricane theresa
          binky warez

          : :
          : : this axe looks like a telecaster with no pick guard, weights a little more than a les paul and plays great,
          : anyone have one?
          : :

          I also have a morris huricane if you know how much its worth could you please drop me a line.

          1. Re: morris hurricane theresa
            benjo

            juist to follow up on your statments a also have a morris hurricane telecaster. Mine does have a pick guard the same colour as the body (black). i work at a guitar shop and the morris hurricane telecaster one of the best mid range guitars we have it is perfect value for money. Email me any thing guitars at [email protected]

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

          :
          : this axe looks like a telecaster with no pick guard, weights a little more than a les paul and plays great,
          anyone have one?
          :

      3. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
        Ksnoflake

        I found the USA office for Morris. The phone
        number is 707-864-1442. They are a very good quality instrument made in Japan.

        1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
          George Johnson

          : I found the USA office for Morris. The phone
          : number is 707-864-1442. They are a very good quality instrument made in Japan.

          1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
            jonas Kristiansen

            Hello
            I have a morris guitar from 1976, (a classical acoustic)its a model G 205
            how do I find out how much it’s worth?? (I’m from Denmark)
            thanks …
            Jonas

      4. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
        alain

        :
        : Hey, shoot me an e-mail when you get a chance! I own a Morris guitar model 202 myself and have been trying to find someone else who owns one!
        : Alain

        : : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
        : : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
        : : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

          1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
            Damon A

            Alain, you own a Morris Model 202? Built 1972? I have one that my parent’s bought when we lived in Japan in 71 & 72. Have kept it all these years. Just can’t find anything about the guitar online. Thanks…D

            : : :
            : : : Hey, shoot me an e-mail when you get a chance! I own a Morris guitar model 202 myself and have been trying to find someone else who owns one!
            : : : Alain

            : :
            : : : : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
            : : : : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
            : : : : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

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

            : :
            : : Hey, shoot me an e-mail when you get a chance! I own a Morris guitar model 202 myself and have been trying to find someone else who owns one!
            : : Alain

            :
            : : : In 1979, I bought a TF Morris guitar, inOkinawa, Japan. Searching AltaVista (Yahoo & Netscape didn’t help)
            : : : I discovered Ishibashi is the parent company; however, the web site for ishibashimusic.co.jp was defunct!
            : : : I wish to purchase another Morris. Can someone help?….. thx mike butler

        1. Re: TF Morris Guitar Model #LF-150,
          Ulrich

          : :Hi,
          I m the owner of a Les Paul copy called Fairytale. So far I was told is this guitar build by Morris.
          Please send me a picture of your modell and your e-mail adress. I will send you a picture of mine,
          received your e-mail adress.

          Ulrich
          Germany

  15. Help me I am desperate
    ryan

    I need some guitar techniques and methods of the Red Hot Chile Peppers and Pearl Jam. I need them by thursday night for a research paper due on friday.

  16. NATIONAL GUITARS
    ROY HANING

    I need info leading to a National jumbo with a steel neck. I played one 45 years ago & have never seen one since. If you can, will you please send me info re. this guitar? many thanks,… R.H. , fellow picker…..

    1. Re: NATIONAL GUITARS
      T. Irby

      : I need info leading to a National jumbo with a steel neck. I played one 45 years ago & have never seen one since. If you can, will you please send me info re. this guitar? many thanks,… R.H. , fellow picker…..

      If you are referring to a National flat top accoustic with
      a rosewood body, spruce sound board, rosewood jacketed steel
      neck, and a fully adjustable block under the neck, inside
      the body, I have owned and played mine since 1958. The serial Number is X-6699. I can’t find out anything on
      the history of this instrument but it makes most gibsons
      and martins sound like crows. Does anyone have an old
      National catalogue or any history on this instrument?

      Tom

      1. Re: NATIONAL GUITARS
        Robert Copeland

        : : I need info leading to a National jumbo with a steel neck. I played one 45 years ago & have never seen one since. If you can, will you please send me info re. this guitar? many thanks,… R.H. , fellow picker…..

        : If you are referring to a National flat top accoustic with
        : a rosewood body, spruce sound board, rosewood jacketed steel
        : neck, and a fully adjustable block under the neck, inside
        : the body, I have owned and played mine since 1958. The serial Number is X-6699. I can’t find out anything on
        : the history of this instrument but it makes most gibsons
        : and martins sound like crows. Does anyone have an old
        : National catalogue or any history on this instrument?

        : Tom
        I have a 1960 National as described above and also have not been able to find out any info on it. Mine is in excellent condition with the hard case and you are right, I also have a 16GT Martin and this National just puts my Martin to shame in sound.

    2. Re: NATIONAL GUITARS
      royhaning

      : I need info leading to a National jumbo with a steel neck. I played one 45 years ago & have never seen one since. If you can, will you please send me info re. this guitar? many thanks,…Do you have a price set on your National?….If so,…. talk to me,can we talk and/or trade??? R.H. , fellow picker…..

  17. floyd rose copy
    Dan Nichols

    I’m not shure I might be missing a spring in the ass end of my floyd copy…it’s on a Dean Hollywood, & the back sit’s up kinda high!
    What I would like to know is the leanth of the strings, or rollers, & highth, to be able to set some kind of intonation. Can you help me out,
    thanx! iEfOOL

  18. .dwg drawings of electrics
    Richard Adams

    Does anyone know of any electonic plans of soildbodies and/or necks exist? I am planning to CNC mill my own.

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