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    1. Re: Yamaha FG-461S
      Sara Buckley

      : Can anyone advise me what this guitar is worth?

      When I bought the guitar I paid just under £400,that was about ten years ago.I dont know the value of it now but like you I would be interested to know as its a great guitar .

  1. i have a or i think it is a 1961 1/2 fender flat top model f55-12
    stacey mc dougald

    i got it from a little old for just about nothing and i would like to know how much it might be worth and if some 1 might be interested let me know .i think it might complete some colletion .

  2. 1985/86/? Sho-Bud Acoustic Ace Of Spades Guitar
    Jim Stamm

    Just Would Like Imfo On This Guitar? Its In Good Shape.
    Would Like To Know The Value On This Guitar? Im Wanting To Buy This Guitar Thanks Jim

    1. Re: 1985/86/? Sho-Bud Acoustic Ace Of Spades Guitar
      Roger Capps

      : Just Would Like Imfo On This Guitar? Its In Good Shape.
      : Would Like To Know The Value On This Guitar? Im Wanting To Buy This Guitar Thanks Jim

      1. Re: 1985/86/? Sho-Bud Acoustic Ace Of Spades Guitar
        Roger Capps

        : : Just Would Like Imfo On This Guitar? Its In Good Shape.
        : : Would Like To Know The Value On This Guitar? Im Wanting To Buy This Guitar Thanks Jim

        I have one from 1981 and it is selling for $1800. Very rare.

    1. Re: yamaha FG-1200J
      Jerry

      : where can i find the value of this mid 70’s yamaha guitar?
      Hello, I have a fg 1200j bought new in late ’78, early ’79. This is the first person other than myself that has heard of it. I’m wanting to find out the value for insurance purposes.

    1. Re: Takamine:F390s
      RANDAL BROWN

      : does anyone know haow much a 6 string f390s is going for now a days??

      I bought one for $400 in 1982, and have played it ever since. It has a great sound and I also, would like to know what it is worth today? I would hate to replace it but cannot find any info on it except here and on Takamine’s web site. Was this an unpopular model or just not any sellers out there? In my opinion it has a great sound for the money. Mine has gold plated tuners and abalone pearl inlays. If anyone can give me a little info it would be greatly appreciated. By the way Justin I hope you found your info.

    1. Re: mosrite bass or guitar
      Richard Bolin

      : I am looking for a 1965-80 mosrite bass or guitar. This is to replace one that was lost in 1973. Please Email any information.

    1. Re: Takamine gx 200 bt (electric )
      jovan

      : Anyone know where I can get some info on Takamine Electric guitars made 1980’s gx 200 bt

      I HAVE ONE IN SEE THRU RED, NECK THRU BODY BEAUTIFUL CONDITION $300

      1. Re: Takamine gx 200 bt (electric )
        frank

        : : Anyone know where I can get some info on Takamine Electric guitars made 1980’s gx 200 bt

        : I HAVE ONE IN SEE THRU RED, NECK THRU BODY BEAUTIFUL CONDITION $300

        :::i also have one. it has a black and red burst paint job.

    2. Re: Takamine gx 200 bt (electric )
      Brian

      : Anyone know where I can get some info on Takamine Electric guitars made 1980’s gx 200 bt

      Email Tak they told me a little about mine…BTW it’s TB…not BT…Good Luck

      1. Re: Takamine gx 200 bt (electric )
        G. Allen

        : : Anyone know where I can get some info on Takamine Electric guitars made 1980’s gx 200 bt

        : Email Tak they told me a little about mine…BTW it’s TB…not BT…Good Luck

        I am sitting here looking at my GX-200BT . BT is etched into truss rod cover ,DEFINATELY "BT"
        Dimarzio pickups , Bridge pickup is a 1.90 inch pole spacing and should be a "F" spaced but I hate to change the original. The color is a medium purple.

        1. Re: Takamine gx 200 bt (electric )
          im selling a gx-200 on craigslist dallas

          i have one red to black burst a few small scratches dings. craigslist dallas

          : : : Anyone know where I can get some info on Takamine Electric guitars made 1980’s gx 200 bt

          : : Email Tak they told me a little about mine…BTW it’s TB…not BT…Good Luck

          : I am sitting here looking at my GX-200BT . BT is etched into truss rod cover ,DEFINATELY "BT"
          : Dimarzio pickups , Bridge pickup is a 1.90 inch pole spacing and should be a "F" spaced but I hate to change the original. The color is a medium purple.

          1. Re: Takamine gx 200 bt (electric )
            RICK GUITAR TECK IN MIAMI,FL

            : i have one red to black burst a few small scratches dings. craigslist dallas

            : : : : Anyone know where I can get some info on Takamine Electric guitars made 1980’s gx 200 bt

            : : : Email Tak they told me a little about mine…BTW it’s TB…not BT…Good Luck

            : : I am sitting here looking at my GX-200BT . BT is etched into truss rod cover ,DEFINATELY "BT"
            : : Dimarzio pickups , Bridge pickup is a 1.90 inch pole spacing and should be a "F" spaced but I hate to change the original. The color is a medium purple.
            RICK IN MIAMI [email protected] ive got the same purple one hear with a bad ground connection. first time I have seen this thing.would also like more info about this takamine, I though they only made hollow body electric?

  3. Dauphin student guitar
    L.Kiguchi

    I have a used Dauphin student guitar – 1/2 size, in good condition, made in Czechoslovakia, model DE-53. I bought it new in 1994 for around $400. Does anyone know anything about it, or what it is worth now? thanks!

    1. Re: Info on a late 70s Fender F55-12
      Wayne

      I have a Fender F55-12 that my dad passed down to me. It’s still nearly brand new, except for a Fishman we added some years back.

      Unfortunately there are no new good Fender acoustics anymore, so the old Japanese and American guitars seem to get a bit of attention these days.

      Mine is a ’77 model. You probably know this already, but if it helps, it is usually the first two numbers of the serial number that are the year the guitar was made, except for a few weird ones.

      Easily the nicest guitar I have, and ever will have, even after all these years.

    2. Re: Info on a late 70s Fender F55-12
      ibanez

      The Fender F55-12 was produces in Asia from 1972-1980 and had a MSRP at that time of $270.00. It sold for about 3/4 of the MSRP price. It has a spruce top and Bubinga back and sides.

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

      hi…My Momma bought this for me for my 16th or 17th birthday..brand new. I have tried to find some info about it, like place of manufacter (it has the cut out ‘V’ at the tip of the headstock, which means, I am told, it is a Japanese model). Itried to date it with the seial number, but no luck (Ithink it’s a 79). Does anyone know where I can find some info on it? I believe it is a 79, or even an 80. That time of my life is a bit blurry. Any help would be appreciated. I sanded the saddle down a bit in the early 80s and learned to play it like a banjo…and it STILL is my favorite guitar in my collection.

      1. The Fender F-55 was the standard model of 12 string in the new Fender acoustic line-up. Most of the Japanese made guitars from that era, especially the acoustics, were a bargain. Their quality was as good as most American guitars costing two or three times as much.

        The F-55 was a pretty decent guitar. The head stock got rid of the infamous hockey stick and were less heavy ended on the head, making them much more comfortable to play. The tone was mellow without being muddy. I remember I had trouble keeping the top strings in tune, although that could have been my stringing.

        My estimation is any Good F-55 for under $500 is a good price. Over $700 had better be in Very Good condition. However, my opinion and $1.19 gets you a coffee at the corner gas station.

      2. Fender f 55 12
        Frank

        I also have a Fender f55 12 1975 on the inside label. it has no serial number. Where was they built in 75. I have read that the early ones was supreme and built in Japan. This sounds amazing no electric’s fitted , its as naked as the day it was made. I have strung it with lights and its tuned down a couple frets. Not a lot of strain showing on the top but I have owned it from new. Guitars are like babies they need love and care, Right temp and humid they pay you back. Guitar Site Aladdin’s cave nice place to be . Thanks

  4. Dauphin Cadet DE57 (made in Czech Republic)
    DEEJ

    I just inherited a Dauphin Cadet DE57 that’s never been used. I might want to sell it (it’s too small for me, I think). Can anyone offer any info about this guitar? I don’t have a clue what its worth. Thanks.

    1. Re: Dauphin Cadet DE57 (made in Czech Republic)
      DrChas (via moderator)

      : I just inherited a Dauphin Cadet DE57 that’s never been used. I might want to sell it (it’s too small for me, I think). Can anyone offer any info about this guitar? I don’t have a clue what its worth. Thanks.

      I bought a Dauphin Cadet for my daughter back in 1998 as her first guitar. It is half or 3/4 size, I believe it is considered 1/2 size. Its a nice little classical. Its sound is small (to go with its size), but very sweet, a bit lacking on the lower tones. It is the single best moderately priced childs guitar I have ever seen. My daughter has outgrown it, but I won’t part with mine just in case she has a child who wants to play. Small adults and beginning guitarists also love it because it is so easy to play (small size = low tensions, short neck). Please try to find an aspiring serious 6 year old guitarist who can develop on this fine instrument. It was not an expensive guitar. I believe it might have been around $150.00 new.

  5. search information about takamine "maya" F390 12 strings
    julien

    Hello
    I search information takamine guitar called "maya" with the F390 reference.it’s a 12 strings guitar.what could be his price now ??
    it was created around 1970′ but i’m not sure ….
    thanks.

    1. Re: search information about takamine
      Tom

      : The F390 is a 6 string Takamine, modeled after the Guild Jumbo JF50. Spruce top and Rosewood back sides. The F395 is the 12 string model

    1. Re: LYS Guitar
      Brenda

      Hi, I have a LYS Guitar for sale. It was handmade( as all LYS guitars are) in 1980, serial #1196,model# L-20. This LYS was a DEMO Model. Now I was told I could maybe get $800.00 but will accept any reasonable offers. Thanks!
      Brenda

      1. Re: LYS Guitar
        Xavier

        : Hi, I have a LYS Guitar for sale. It was handmade( as all LYS guitars are) in 1980, serial #1196,model# L-20. This LYS was a DEMO Model. Now I was told I could maybe get $800.00 but will accept any reasonable offers. Thanks!
        : Brenda
        :I would hold on to this one if you play it. Most of the Lys guitars improve with age.

        1. Re: LYS Guitar
          kazz

          : : Hi, I have a LYS Guitar for sale. It was handmade( as all LYS guitars are) in 1980, serial #1196,model# L-20. This LYS was a DEMO Model. Now I was told I could maybe get $800.00 but will accept any reasonable offers. Thanks!
          : : Brenda
          : :I would hold on to this one if you play it. Most of the Lys guitars improve with age.

          Xavier – I am interested in you Lys. You can email me at [email protected] Thanks

    2. Re: LYS Guitar
      Edward Chipman

      I have a LYS Acoustic Guitar. Model L (Letter only, No number), Ser.No. 1695, Manufactured in 1980. This guitar plays and looks wonderful. I’m about to change the strings and would like to clean and polish the neck and body while the strings are off. Can anyone suggest a good wax product that would do it justice and what kind of strings would complement this kind of guitar..

      1. lys guitar
        Anonymousrob seiler

        I have a LYS L20 from 1982-3. It plays very well and the neck is.so resistant to seasonal change. It is set up so close that any variation in
        the neck would buzx.

        I only clean the neck during string change. A wax has never been used and the gret board still looks very good for 28 years of heavy playing.

        My string choice is the nano web or polyweb light guage.

        Bob
        They are.so smooth and.hold pitch. They also bring out the low and higher strings better than other brands. My LYS has a veneer body and these strings seem to
        capture the best tones for this type of construction.

      2. Re: LYS Guitar
        deevee

        I am interested in your guitar, but my email to you bounced. If you’re still out there, email me luvfastdogz at yahoo. ca
        and maybe we can work something out.
        deevee

    3. I have a LYS Guitar for sale
      abe

      Hi, I have an LYS accoustic guitar for sale, model L18-12CW. please email abe at gmail.com and make me an offer!

      : I have recently come across a LYS L18, (serial# 8345) guitar that was my great grandpas. I already have some vintage acoustics and am very excited about his one. I was wondering if anyone could tell me anything more about this specific guitar. I know it is handmade in Canada, I believe Quebec to be more specific but anything else i could find out would be great. I am also very curious about value, my grandpa said it was about $600 canadain new?

      1. Re: I have a LYS Guitar for sale
        marti

        hi
        i have just become an owener of a lys :L20 1448 where can i find out about this i think built in quebec in 1980
        do yo know how i can find info on this thanks marti

        Hi, I have an LYS accoustic guitar for sale, model L18-12CW. please email abe at gmail.com and make me an offer!

        : : I have recently come across a LYS L18, (serial# 8345) guitar that was my great grandpas. I already have some vintage acoustics and am very excited about his one. I was wondering if anyone could tell me anything more about this specific guitar. I know it is handmade in Canada, I believe Quebec to be more specific but anything else i could find out would be great. I am also very curious about value, my grandpa said it was about $600 canadain new?

        1. Re: I have a LYS Guitar for sale LYS l18-CW May 23 2008
          Darrell

          : Do you still have your lys guitar for sale? If so how much are you willing to let it go for?

          : Ed

    4. Re: LYS Guitar
      Ian

      I think this thread might be a bit dated now, but there doesn’t seem to be too much discussion on Lys guitars out there, especially my model. I have a LYS model L3, no. 6334. Does anyone have an idea of the year of manufacture for it, or have you ever seen another?

      1. Re: LYS Guitar
        Xavier

        : I think this thread might be a bit dated now, but there doesn’t seem to be too much discussion on Lys guitars out there, especially my model. I have a LYS model L3, no. 6334. Does anyone have an idea of the year of manufacture for it, or have you ever seen another?
        : The Lys line was an excellent line. There was just one series that could be called a clunker. An experimental glue was used on the L2 series that was great to work with but tended to fail over time. If you have any other Lys you should hold onto it and care for it well. They should reward you with a lifetime of joyful sound.

        1. Thank you for commenting on this LYS site. I have looked for such a site for years. I purchased (traded) my trumpet in Madison Wisconsin in 1982-83 for a L2 veneer body, rose wood neck instrument which has retained it’s quality, sound and fantastic neck action for thirty years. Many in low humidity storage. The serial # is 11433 and retailed for less than 400 USD at the time. Despite the veneer top, it has bright tones when played by pick and mellow tones when played finger style. People who have had the opportunity to play the L2 state it plays like butter because of the quailty of the fret board, neck and ability to retain a tight action. I would by another in a second and seek a more advanced 6 string LYS with a quality solid top.

          Thank you for the string of positive comments on other LYS models.

          1. I know this is an old post, but my LYS L-2 serial # is 11432. I have had it from 1984 when my wife bought it for me while we lived in Madison, WI! She told me she thinks she paid about $100 for it and i always thought it was very underpriced for the quality of the guitar.

            1. Lys 10
              Steve Snutch

              It’s an old thread, but it’s not dead yet. I just came into a Lys 10, serial #8392, marked Demo on the label, with no year indicated. I’ve seen a number of posts regarding the headstock or neck issue, and mine is no exception, other than that it hasn’t been repaired yet. I don’t play, but have a friend who does, he checked it out, and after I literally forced him to quit playing an hour later, we agreed that even with the headstock issue, it has an incredibly mellow tone… wow. Guess I’ll have to spend a few bucks and get it repaired. It is a beautiful guitar!

      2. Re: LYS Guitar
        rob janssens

        Hi,
        I don’t have much that much to answer to your question, I just came upon this site while looking for information. I saw the first thread about the price of us dollar 600,- and found that a neath price. I bought mine in the Netherlands some 25 years ago and had to pay the equivalent of € 600,-, = 900 USD. 25 years ago, imagine!

        : I think this thread might be a bit dated now, but there doesn’t seem to be too much discussion on Lys guitars out there, especially my model. I have a LYS model L3, no. 6334. Does anyone have an idea of the year of manufacture for it, or have you ever seen another?

      3. Re: LYS Guitar
        Thomas

        20 yrs ago, I had a beautiful LYS 12 string guitar. It had an amazing neck on it. It was my favorite guitar of all time!…unfortunately, it was stolen…by a guy named Derek Mintz..he got run over by his girlfriend so I dont mind naming him…he sold the guitar to someone for drug money probably…anyway…I would love to find another one somewhere….

      4. Re: LYS Guitar
        Craig

        I found the following on the internet. I have a Lys 12 string I would sell. If interested email- [email protected]

        Lys guitars were made in LaPatrie Quebec. They are often described as the first guitars made by Robert Godin who developped the Seagull Guitar. This is incorrect. The Lys was made by Canadian Luthier Norman Butcher who also made the Kamouraska classical guitar. In the last part of 1980 a fire just about destroyed the Shop Butcher was operating and he did not have the financial ability to rebuild so he sold out to Godin, who remamed the Lys "seagull" and the kamouraska the "LaPatrie" Godin then developed the Simon and Patrick the Art&Luthier and the Norman.

        It is a good thing that Godin bought the Butchers out since Martin was in the bidding as well hoping to destroy the line by packing it up and shipping it to Korea. All one has to do is remember what Martin did to the Goya when they bought out Levin. The early Goya’s made in Sweden were superior guitars to the Martins, and what Martin did to Goya was just about criminal. I would put a Lys against any vintage Martin out there just as quickly as I would put a new Seagull against any new martin made. None of them would hold a candle to the old Goyas from the 60’s though.

        1. Re: LYS Guitar
          Pierre Dion

          The luthier’s name is Normand Boucher, not Butcher. I have a friend that as a Lys, the sound and playability of this guitar is remarkable, I have a martin D35, a Martin D15 and I would trade the both of them for is Lys.
          : I found the following on the internet. I have a Lys 12 string I would sell. If interested email- [email protected]

          : Lys guitars were made in LaPatrie Quebec. They are often described as the first guitars made by Robert Godin who developped the Seagull Guitar. This is incorrect. The Lys was made by Canadian Luthier Norman Butcher who also made the Kamouraska classical guitar. In the last part of 1980 a fire just about destroyed the Shop Butcher was operating and he did not have the financial ability to rebuild so he sold out to Godin, who remamed the Lys "seagull" and the kamouraska the "LaPatrie" Godin then developed the Simon and Patrick the Art&Luthier and the Norman.

          : It is a good thing that Godin bought the Butchers out since Martin was in the bidding as well hoping to destroy the line by packing it up and shipping it to Korea. All one has to do is remember what Martin did to the Goya when they bought out Levin. The early Goya’s made in Sweden were superior guitars to the Martins, and what Martin did to Goya was just about criminal. I would put a Lys against any vintage Martin out there just as quickly as I would put a new Seagull against any new martin made. None of them would hold a candle to the old Goyas from the 60’s though.

      5. Re: LYS Guitar
        Karl Sundbaum

        Hello.
        I also have a LYS L3 (No. 9238). I got mine for christmas when I was an exchange student in Montana 1984 (those were the days 🙂 ). It was new then. Sorry to say, thats all the info I have. The make isnt well known over here in Sweden.

        1. Re: LYS Guitar
          Jon Paul

          I have a LYS Folk-10 that was purchased for me in 1980. It has lasted fabulously well considering that I was 13 years old at the time and I still have it! Plays wonderfully well, I don’t know much about it though. I haven’t found a single reference to it on the internet anywhere. It is serial number 1058

          1. Re: LYS Guitar
            Steve Parr

            I have a LYS L-15 serial number 1067 which I purchased in Toronto in 1986. The label inside has 1980 on it, which I presume is the year of manufacture. It has been around the world, has held up well and still has a good sound. No details on the manufacturer however other than what has been mentioned already.

            1. Re: LYS Guitar
              Craig

              I have a Lys 12 string I bought on Ebay a couple years ago. My understanding is that the Lys shop burned down (in quebec) and the Lys guitar plans were bought out by Godin guitars. It is hard to find information. They were known to be very well hand made guitars for a mid range price.

    5. Re: LYS Guitar
      Reichert

      I have recently acquired a LYS guitar, model L 10-12 and the serial# is 8553. It is a great sounding guitar – no idea what it’s worth either but it is certainly well made.

      1. Re: LYS Guitar
        Thomas

        : I have recently acquired a LYS guitar, model L 10-12 and the serial# is 8553. It is a great sounding guitar – no idea what it’s worth either but it is certainly well made.

        I also bought a LYS L 10-12 a few years ago at Ebay. It is absolutely great sounding. Much better than my other guitars. But the action (between fret and strings) is very high. One day I will give to a guitar builder to solve this problem.

        1. l bought a lys L18 in Vancouver back in early january 1981, my father knew the owner of the music store and it was priced at $800 Canadian, but l got it for 600 and would never part with it, the action at the lower end was always a bit high but there is a reason for this as l found out to my expense, when l asked a luthier to do a fret job on it for me he decided to lower the action, what a big mistake that was, the lovely treble sound these guitars produce was completely lost and the strings are now buzzing on the first fret, its not a tragedy as l can soon get this sorted out, l also have a martin drednought but they are completely different sounding guitars and both complement each other when played together, back to the Lys, the music store owner knew alot about the guitar and told me it was Normans son that actually started making the Lys guitar, there is a label on the inside of the guitar saying ” l am hand made of solid wood and need 45% humidity” l cant remember the exact serial number but it is in the early thousands, it was definitely made before the fire, also the back of the guitar is made of 3 seperate pieces of which look like mahogony, the outer 2 parts are match booked (this is quite rare to see), also the top sound board is either spruce or maple but it is also in 3 parts with the outer 2 once again being match booked. l live in the UK now but spent many years in good old B.C., if anyone has a lys with this sort of design please let me know l would love to hear from you, if your selling one be very careful as l would not class this instrument as a mid range guitar, as l said before you cant compare it to a Martin as they are two completely different instruments, if you have one like mine and are considering selling it then make your starting bid at a minimum of $2000 Canadian, they are vintage instruments and can never be replaced, any feed back about my Lys would be greatly appreciated but” IT IS NOT FOR SALE” !!! also if anyone is thinking of lowering the action beyond the 7th fret you will not only loose that lovely treble sound that these guitars were built(or at least this particular model was) for but you will also loose the resonation and it sounds as if the strings have been on there for 20 years, so make sure you get a highly recommended luthier who knows about the history of Lys guitars. if anyone out there has a lys guitar remotely similar to mine l really would appreciate some feed back good luck to all of you and remember if it was hand made think carefully before selling it!!!

          1. Hi, your Lys L18 is made out of solid walnut (Bac & sides) and solid spruce (top).

            I paid mine 600 back in 1980. I collect Lys guitars if you ever see an L25 let me know…
            For yours if you can please share your serial number and some pics…

            I collect the Lys instrument but also any data on them, I want to recreate a register of all manufactured Lys…
            that I will eventually post on facebook or the Web.

            Email at [email protected]

            Thanks.
            Jerry

            1. Please, Lys L20 info
              Leo

              Hi Jerry and everyone,

              I just found this forum, it is so difficult to find information about these guitars.
              I am about to buy a Lys L20 1980. I just would like to know the specs of this guitar, is it all solid wood?
              I have a Seagull Maritime and it has a beautiful sound that is why I got interested on this one.
              Thank you very much.

              Leo

            2. Hi Jerry; I bought my 12-string serial no. 1285 back in 1980 while attending the university of Guelph…it was my first guitar and I’ve since bought a couple of Seagulls, not knowing the two were ‘father and son’. When I look closely, it appears that the top is solid spruce and the back is spruce veneered ?3-ply. Lovely sound that seems to be improving with age (or I’m getting hard of hearing).

              It’s good to hear that that it may be becoming a rare guitar with some increase in value…though cash value means little if there’s never a plan to sell !

              Cheers. Mike from Vasey (Ont).

              1. Lys guitar
                Jerry

                Hi Mike, feel free to send me some pics…Your L-12 sides and back is made out of cherry which looks like maple…
                They made Lys out of pruce all around (top, bac and side) this is the L15…

                Thanks,
                Jerry

            3. hi Jerry
              thanks for that info, l have been searching for years to gather this sort of information, your idea of creating a register and info web site sounds exciting, it’s obviously going to be allot of hard work so anything l can help you with, just drop me a line, you can reply to my private email address, [email protected], just put lys in the subject line and l will send you some pics and the serial number, once again thanks for the info look forward to hearing from you.

              1. Lys 10
                Steve Snutch

                I posted in an earlier thread but for those working on a registry, letting you know that I possess a Lys 10, Serial # 8392, marked “Demo” on sticker.

    6. Re: LYS Guitar
      Jeremy

      I was checking on the year of my guitar the LYS L18 (serial# 8345) and from what ive been told its from the early to mid 1970s. I have taken it in to a guitar shop that is in town, Kelowna, BC Canada and got it tuned up he planes and polishes the fret board, sets the action, makes a new nut bone and dremels the bridge for proper tone. It is amazing work and makes the guitar play better then anything I have ever played. I am still curious though about the value??

      1. close serial numbers
        raltman

        l have just checked the serial number on my lys L18 after reading your comment, l have put some info on the blog above yours but my number is 9568 the information is on the inside of the guitar and states that it was hand made of solid wood, apart from that l don’t have much info but what l just noticed is that the back of the guitar is slightly arched and the top is flat this is quite unusual, like you l would never sell mine but if you leave me a message and email address l will send you some pics as it sounds as though yours is nearly identical to mine,l have been searching for years to see if anyone had an L18 that wasnt a cutaway, let me know if your interested in trading pics, this is quite exciting for me as l know how rare the full bodied L18 is.

    7. Re: LYS Guitar
      Bob Giles

      Do you know how old your Lys -18 is? I have an L-18 CW. The serial # is 9593. I assume it is not as old as yours. I too would like to know if it has any value as a collectors item. I like this guitar too much to ever sell it.

      1. Re: LYS Guitar
        Brent Wallace

        : Do you know how old your Lys -18 is? I have an L-18 CW. The serial # is 9593. I assume it is not as old as yours. I too would like to know if it has any value as a collectors item. I like this guitar too much to ever sell it.

        Lys guitars were made in the early 80’s by Godin. He now makes his own line of electric guitars, and well as does work for seagull guitars. They guitars were very well made and last a life time I have a L18CW as well and I have never seen it’s like. The sound will also get better with age as it has a fine spruce top. I bought mine in 1981 for about $315 Canadian. If you ever decide to part with yours feel free to contact me.

        Brent

        1. Re: LYS Guitar
          mike piccolo

          :Hello
          I own a LYS L20. It is a very basic guitar, as far as appearance. It is blonde in colour as well as the back. Although the back has red horizontal knurling.
          The reason I am writing is…I am seeing a lot of guitar owners saying they have 1981, 82, LYS’s. My understanding is…The LYS factory had a major fire in 1980, and didn’t re-open until 1983, My doubts are obvious. My L20 was made in 1980, serial number 1131.did you know…The guitars made pre-fire were handmade by Richard Godin and Normand Bucherer(please excuse spelling). The information I am leaving in my message is info I obtained on/via the internet.

          Regards
          Mike Piccolo
          former drummer: **** Robin, Talas (with Billy Sheenan):

          Do you know how old your Lys -18 is? I have an L-18 CW. The serial # is 9593. I assume it is not as old as yours. I too would like to know if it has any value as a collectors item. I like this guitar too much to ever sell it.

          : Lys guitars were made in the early 80’s by Godin. He now makes his own line of electric guitars, and well as does work for seagull guitars. They guitars were very well made and last a life time I have a L18CW as well and I have never seen it’s like. The sound will also get better with age as it has a fine spruce top. I bought mine in 1981 for about $315 Canadian. If you ever decide to part with yours feel free to contact me.

          : Brent

          1. Re: LYS Guitar
            denis

            Where do you see model # on the Lys?? I have a serial # 13191 (young compared to your numbers i suspect). Absolutely magic piece, bought in Toronto in 80’s and travelled the world now with me in South Africa. Where can i find when made, bit about manufacture, types of wood used, model etc? Any info would be great, never sell just real interested. Thanks.

            Denis

          2. Re: LYS Guitar
            Marc C.

            Hello, I have an old Lys (6 strings) and I have to admit it has an amazing sound. My guitar was bouhht in Montreal and is still in show room condition. It was also tuned and balanced by a professional "luthier". The only thing, I don’t play anymore and would like to concentrate on my first instrument, the sax.

            So yes, the guitar is for sale at $575. It’s not only a good deal, it:s a part of history. The guitar was made by Norman Boucher (father-creator of Norman and Boucher
            guitars).

            I can be reached at 613-612-5542. (Ottawa)

          3. Re: LYS Guitar
            Simon Handley

            i was trying to find information about a guitar that was recently handed down to me. It is an L30 serial # 1169 with DEMO stamped on the interior label. It also says right on the label it was made in 1980.

            This being the case, why is there such little information on these guitars. Godin left this line alone and went to work for himself? How did all of this transpire. This guitar is all a light brown/auburn with the fleur de lys headstock and nice wood grains.

            Has definitive bottom end, great upper tonal clarity, and no overtones of a noticable nature.

            If anybody can tell me anything else about this guitar I would greatly appreciate it.

            Thanks SIMON

          4. Re: LYS Guitar
            Bob Giles

            : :Hello
            : I own a LYS L20. It is a very basic guitar, as far as appearance. It is blonde in colour as well as the back. Although the back has red horizontal knurling.
            : The reason I am writing is…I am seeing a lot of guitar owners saying they have 1981, 82, LYS’s. My understanding is…The LYS factory had a major fire in 1980, and didn’t re-open until 1983, My doubts are obvious. My L20 was made in 1980, serial number 1131.did you know…The guitars made pre-fire were handmade by Richard Godin and Normand Bucherer(please excuse spelling). The information I am leaving in my message is info I obtained on/via the internet.

            : Regards
            : Mike Piccolo
            : former drummer: **** Robin, Talas (with Billy Sheenan):

            : Do you know how old your Lys -18 is? I have an L-18 CW. The serial # is 9593. I assume it is not as old as yours. I too would like to know if it has any value as a collectors item. I like this guitar too much to ever sell it.

            : : Lys guitars were made in the early 80’s by Godin. He now makes his own line of electric guitars, and well as does work for seagull guitars. They guitars were very well made and last a life time I have a L18CW as well and I have never seen it’s like. The sound will also get better with age as it has a fine spruce top. I bought mine in 1981 for about $315 Canadian. If you ever decide to part with yours feel free to contact me.

            : : Brent
            I just had my Lys 18CW stolen or misplaced by American Airlines. I am just sick. I am trying to come up with some kind of replacement value. Please let me know what you think.

            Regards,

            Bob Giles

            1. Lys L18cw
              David Morreale

              Hey!
              I came across this thread because I’m thinking of refinishing my old Lys L18CW and was looking around for inf.

              I have a Lys L18cw serial number only 4 digits away from yours. Mine is serial number 9597!

              The heel of the guitar snapped along the glue line 22 years ago and it’s been sitting around in the case ever sinc.

              5 years before that the airlines snapped the headstock and I had that repaired also. So it’s not in mint condition, but I’m looking forward to having it completely repaired and refinished over the next few monhs!

              All the best.
              D

      2. Re: LYS Guitar
        Craig

        : Do you know how old your Lys -18 is? I have an L-18 CW. The serial # is 9593. I assume it is not as old as yours. I too would like to know if it has any value as a collectors item. I like this guitar too much to ever sell it.

          1. Re: LYS Guitar
            Jon Paul

            I own one that was bought new…I can’t tell you much about them other than what has already been written here – Mine was bought around ’81 and has a low 1000 serial number. Still a wonderful instrument..

            : I just bought a LYS model Folk 10 serial # 8101 at the local Goodwill. Anybody know anything more about them? It’s a lovely instrument….

        1. LYS Guitar
          frankcsmith

          : I have a lLys 12 string. Great guitar to play and I have enjoyed it. I am thinking about selling it because I just don’t play it like I should and thought someone else may get more use out of it. Any ideas as to value. It is in good playing condition, but this model has the satin finish. thnaks fro your help.

        2. Re: LYS Guitar
          Brent

          : : Do you know how old your Lys -18 is? I have an L-18 CW. The serial # is 9593. I assume it is not as old as yours. I too would like to know if it has any value as a collectors item. I like this guitar too much to ever sell it.

          I bought the guitar new in 1980 to start with and I have subsequently found out that LYS were made in Ottawa or Hull Que, and that the factory was purchased by Godin and burned in 1981. The line was discontinued at that time. Too bad I’d love to have a second L 18 CW or a 12 string. I’ve seen the 12 strings on E-bay occasionally for about $200 US, but I’ve never seen another L-18CW, most people I run into think I’m playing a Taylor, not an insult.

          Oh yes my serial number is: 10618 so it doesn’t really jive with your serial number, but I have the feeling the first three numbers are the serial number and the last two are the model

        3. Re: LYS Guitar
          Brent

          : : Do you know how old your Lys -18 is? I have an L-18 CW. The serial # is 9593. I assume it is not as old as yours. I too would like to know if it has any value as a collectors item. I like this guitar too much to ever sell it.

          I bought the guitar new in 1980 to start with and I have subsequently found out that LYS were made in Ottawa or Hull Que, and that the factory was purchased by Godin and burned in 1981. The line was discontinued at that time. Too bad I’d love to have a second L 18 CW or a 12 string. I’ve seen the 12 strings on E-bay occasionally for about $200 US, but I’ve never seen another L-18CW, most people I run into think I’m playing a Taylor, not an insult.

        4. Re: LYS Guitar
          dave

          : I had a 12 string LYS with the satin blonde body and rosewood neck myself in the early 80’s and i paid £160.00 for it but no matter how much i tried i could get the action down so i could only play around the the top nut end and not up the fretboard so i sold it and bought an epiphone pr700 which is a much better guitar by far so my advice is unload if you can bye for now

        5. Re: LYS Guitar
          Craig

          I have a lLys 12 string. Great guitar to play and I have enjoyed it. I am thinking about selling it because I just don’t play it like I should and thought someone else may get more use out of it. Any ideas as to value. It is in good playing condition, but this model has the satin finish. thnaks fro your help.

    8. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Jeremy
      Jeremy

      I have recently come across a LYS L18, (serial# 8345) guitar that was my great grandpas. I already have some vintage acoustics and am very excited about his one. I was wondering if anyone could tell me anything more about this specific guitar. I know it is handmade in Canada, I believe Quebec to be more specific but anything else i could find out would be great. I am also very curious about value, my grandpa said it was about $600 canadain new?

        1. your Lys L2
          Jerry Briand

          Hi Rolly, the L2 is the 2nd in the model roll up it is aoften made of laminated so the value is around 200$ depending of its condtion.

          Feel free to send me some pics at jerrybriand at sympatico dot ca

      1. Lys luthier 10-12
        Anonymous

        I have just bought a LYS luthier 10-12 in very good condition, apart from the bridge being bolted to the top to keep it down. It has a bolt on neck with two bolts, but on the top of the neckblok there are two little allan-screws. Is that somekind of neck angle-adjustment mekanism?,it looks kind of the same, that you would find on a sixties vega banjo, but for this to work, one must asume, that the fingerboard tounge is not glued onto the top of the guitar. Anyone out there who knows ??

        1. Your Luthier 10-12
          Anonymous

          Hi, I collect Lys guitars and any data on them. From my search the Luthier series is the last series of Lys just before they transited to the Seagull brand name.

          I have never saw these allan screw if possible send me some pics and info about your guitar. Serial numbers, …

          jerrybriand at sympatico ca

          1. LYS guitar made in canada no. 6831. power link for amplifier
            Jacqueline Limer

            My husband has the above guitar. If I send pictures please would you be able to give us an approx price. We are located in The UK.
            Kind regards
            Jacqueline Limer

          2. do you know serial number info, my L10 doesn’t have a year stamp on the label, the serial number is 12256. so I have had it since the mid to late 80’s bought at a used store.

            1. Hi,

              They stop indicating the year on the label in mid-1981…

              Considering your serial number it would be ones of the latest series, just before the Lys became the Seagull just after Robert Godin bo the Norman brand near 1983…

              If you can send me some pics (front, back, peghead front & back, the heel area, and the label. I collect Lys guitars and try to trace back the ones still in circulation today, I should publish a page soon either a Facebook or a Web page.

              Thanks.
              Jerry

              jerrybriand -at- sympatico-dot-ca

      2. LYS 2 12 string
        William Cardoso

        Hi there.
        Picking up a Lys L2 12 string today that I purchased at an auction. Looks to be in great shape.
        Serial # 1367
        Made in 1980
        Just putting a feeler out here to maybe get some info on the L2 12 strings…(worth, rarity)?
        Thanks much and have enjoyed this forum.
        Bill

      3. LYS guitar
        Marlinadad

        I just picked up a LYS Luthier I8 3 piece mahogany back and mahogony sides and looks like a spruce top serial #15326……anybody have any information, when it was built, what its worth??

        1. Your Luthier 18
          Anonymous

          Hi, I collect Lys guitars…Your luthier 18 is made of walnut with a spruce top, all solid wood.
          It was manufactured near the end f Lys production probably in 1983…

          Value depends of its condition, in good shape I would say around 350-400$, in excellent shape 400-500$>

          Feel free to send me some pics.

          jerry briand.

          jerrybriand at sympatico.ca

          1. Luthier-25 #15332
            Renee

            I have an LYS guitar that was my late husband’s. It is in excellent condition, I can not see any blemishes. It comes with a hard case. How much do you think this is worth?
            Please email me.
            Renee

          2. LYS 2 12 string
            AnonymousBill

            Hi there.
            Picking up a Lys L2 12 string today that I purchased at an auction. Looks to be in great shape. Don’t have the serial # as I haven’t picked it up yet but just putting a feeler out here to maybe get some info on the L2 12 strings…(worth, rarity)?
            Thanks much and have enjoyed this forum.
            Bill

            1. L-25 info?
              Scott

              Jerry,

              I just picked up a L-25 (circa 1980, Serial #1098) from a neighbor who was doing some downsizing.  Hard to find details on this model. Was hoping you could help fill me in?

              This one is quite loved in places, but just scuffs and some rash where it looks like the pick guard once was. It has great action and sounds warm, though there are some intonation issues starting around the 10th fret and the apparent original electronics seem deceased. But I didn’t take it off his hands to plug in. It was dirt cheap, it looks sexy, and I had been browsing for an older original Seagull and, well, this is even more original.

              Thoughts?

              scott

      4. Lys L20 number 1596 from 1980 for sale
        pbm

        Hi
        Original owner. Condition is mint and comes with case. I purchased this guitar new in 1982 in Vancouver because it was beautiful. It did not get used much and it’s time to let it go if anyone is interested. OPen tp serious offers

        tks

      5. I recently found my Dad’s guitar in an unused cupboard. I remember him taking music lessons years ago but the case and guitar look brand new. It was made in 1980, model L10, serial # 1518 and has 6 strings. I don’t play and am considering taking lessons or selling it. I’d appreciate advice on where to sell it and at what price.

        1. HI i your l10 is an all
          Anonymous

          HI
          i your l10 is an all solid wood one, spruce top, mahogany back and sides…

          Value around 300-325…where are you located?

          Jerry briand

          myname a sympatico.ca

            1. Your post L10
              Anonymous

              Hi, email is removed when your post goes on, you have to try to let it a few times…

              you can reach me jerrybriand arobas sympatico.ca

              Jerry

        2. Hi, I answered earlier but for some reasons my post didn’t go thru…

          L10 is a very nice model, all solid wood, spruce top, mahagany back and sides…

          Value is around 280-325$

          Send me some pics if possible.
          Jerry

          jerrybriand@sympatico. ca

      6. LYS Guitar
        Roger

        I have a Lys Guitar
        Model: Lys L
        S/N: Special 1
        Can anyone help me with what this means? I bought this in the late ’70’s or in the 80’s. Great Guitar.
        Thanks.

        1. Your Lys
          Jerry Briand

          Hi Roger I collect Lys (have around 30) and any info on them. So far in my daily searches I was able to trace back around 450 Lys. 1st time I saw a serial number like yours, please send me some pics I will help you define which series it was…

          Cheers,
          Jerry

          1. Lys guitar
            Agent Vie

            I Jerry, wondering what you think of a L10-12 1980? Looking for one and want to know if they were well made, since it is a 12 strings?

            Do you speak french and what is the best way to contact you,

            Thanks,

            Agent Vie

            1. Hi the L10 is where the top of the line is starting…allsolid wood, cedar top, mahogaby side and back…yes I speak french you can reach me here…

              jerrybriand at sympatico.ca

              Jerry

          2. Lys model L30 serial number 1127
            Anonymous

            Hi, I found This old guitar hiding in an attic wipe the dust off and put on some new strings. I was wondering if somebody could tell me something about history I can’t seem to find anything on themcan send pics if that would help,

      7. LYS Guitar
        Roger

        I have a Lys Guitar
        Model: Lys L
        S/N: Special 1
        Can anyone help me with what this means? I bought this in the late ’70’s or in the 80’s. Great Guitar.
        Thanks.

        1. 1980 Lys for sale
          Bob

          1980 Lys serial no.1415 model of. L-20 needs neck repair rest in excellent shape 125 if your interested plus shipping from b4h3x9 will send pics if interested

        2. Hi Glen, I collect Lys guitars and any data on them. Yours was built around 1982 and its the base model, its value is around 200$ depending of the condition. Send me some pics if possible.

          Jerry

          1. Lys guitar from 1980
            Louise

            Hi. My Dad knew the manufacturer and was given this guitar. I’ve had it since then and was wondering what today’s value would be. The label says L5 number 8969. I would like to send you a photo of the label. Contact me at [email protected] Any help would be welcome

          2. Hi I just picked up a LYS
            George Roloson

            Hi I just picked up a LYS Acoustic Guitar. Very nice condition. 6 String. L-10 Model 1980 Serial number 1251. Any info would really be appreciated. Thanks George

      8. I tried to email [email protected] but it was bounced back as Address Not Found.

        I am looking at buying a LYS L-15 serial number 13053. I’ve read it is solid Spruce top, back & sides. An odd combination.

        Can you tell me what year that serial number was made? I do not have access to the whole label, if the year may be stamped on it.

        Also, do you know what the scale length is?

        Dave

        1. Hi Dave, you were missing an r in Jerrybriand…

          Yes the L15 is an all spruce model, kind of like the Manik made by Norman guitars in the 70s…

          Yours was probably made near the end of 1982 and the year was not marked on the label from mid 1981 and afterwards.

          Not sure of the scale I would have to check my Lys…

          Jerry

      9. LYS L-15
        Roark Barron

        HI,
        JUST FOUND THIS GUITAR in a thift shop. Needs some glue, and strings, and TLC. Is the wood White Birch. It is an all blond guitar. Soiund board spruce? Seems like it couild be nice guitar, but left too long unattented, in its heavy plastic case. LYS L-15, Model number…7854. When was it made? Any idea of value?

        Thank you, Roark Barron

        1. Your Lys L15
          Jerry

          Hi, your Lys Lq15 is the all spruce model. The top, sides and back are all made of solid spruce.
          AS for value depending of its condition it can be between 200-325$. I collect Lys guitars and also any data on them. Send me some pics if you can, front, back, headstock and the label.

          Thanks.
          Jerry

          jerrybriand at sympatico dot ca

        2. Hi Roark,

          Should have been manufactured around 1981, L15 value is around 200-300$ depending of its condition. I collect Lys and any data on them, feel free to send me some pics. L15 is an all spruce, the top, sides and back…
          Thanks.
          Jerry
          [email protected]

      10. L20 - Serial 1475 circa 1980
        Anonymous

        Bumping this thread as it’s an important one.
        I have a L20…was my very first guitar. Bought it used in 1984ish. She’s been a good lady but is a bit under the weather. Debating if she’s worth getting restored.

      11. Please, Lys L20 info
        Leo

        Hi everyone!
        Could you please let me know about the specs of the LYS L20, this is a 1980. I am about to buy it and I would like to know the type of wood it is made of and if it is all solid wood.
        Thank you for your help!

        Leo

      12. ...and the thread goes on...L3
        jermasides

        Hello Lovers of Lys!

        I’m very happy to have found this thread.

        I have a Lys L3 Serial # 8605. Looks like it could be wild cherry back and sides, but it could be walnut, and it could be a maple top, although the top resembles the grain of the back and sides so I’m guessing all walnut or all wild cherry. Very bright tone! One single stripe of wood marquetry down the back. Simple 3 ply marquetry ring around soundhole with 2 small wood rings and 1 dominant tortoise shell ring. Black teardrop pickguard. Tortoise shell binding on top and back. Tortoise shell truss rod plate. Rosewood bridge, fretboard, and fantastic headstock faceplate. 3-piece mahagony neck.

        I love the headstock! The action is very high, and I won’t be able to get it back down without a screw (as mentioned way above, and a solution from one guitar store owner), or resetting the neck. I have enough guitars that I can dedicate one to open tuning and slide, so I’m not tinkering with the neck (or the bright tone, also mentioned above.)

        The information in this thread seems to be going in one direction only – towards the person compiling a database. I admire the project, so I am happy to contribute, but I would like a bit of feedback please.

        If I could know the year it was manufactured, a breakdown of the serial number, and what the production run of the L3 was, that would be greatly appreciated!

        Play on!

      13. LYS L20
        Eric Buckley

        Jerry,

        I have a LYS L20, year 1980, serial number 1209. I purchased this guitar in 1981. At the time I was told that the body of the guitar was made of White Birch and the neck of Rosewood. The guitar is in excellent condition and the sound is fantastic. Found your sight recently which proved to be very helpful and thought you might to add this one to your data base.

        Eric

      14. LYS L10-12 String Guitar
        Billy

        For Sale: LYS L10-12 String Handmade circa 1985 Guitar. $500.
        SOLID Mahogony back and sides. Spruce top.
        Plays and sound great.
        Contact me @ Wez@ centurytel.net Thanks

      15. Re: LYS Guitar
        Max449

        I live in Quebec city and I have a L10-12 (12 strings) Lys guitar. It is still a good guitar and the body is nice. The wood looks great. I had to make repair the neck but I heard almost all Lys guitar had a problem with the neck. I can say, for what I know that this guitar is a great vintage instrument. Many novelters are interested in it.

    1. Takamine Est.1962-G335
      Amund Granli

      : I have a Takamine & Co.EST.1962 12 strings guitar.and the serial nuber is:85031284. So my question is: How old is this guitar ?

      1. Re: Takamine Est.1962-G335
        Rheal

        : : I have a Takamine & Co.EST.1962 12 strings guitar.and the serial nuber is:85031284. So my question is: How old is this guitar ? and what is it worth today?

    2. Re: Takamine & Co. EST. 1962 F-307?????
      Nathan Brewer

      I was also looking for information on my 1978 Takamine EF 307 S when I came across your submittal. I can’t seem to find anything about mine. Would you let me know if you find out something. Regards,
      Nathan

    3. Re: Takamine & Co. EST. 1962 F-307?????
      Nathan Brewer

      : I have a Takamine & Co.EST.1962 F-307 guitar. The date it was made is May 8, 1980. serial #80051726. I would like to know more about it. I have searched the internet over and have found nothing on this guitar. please tell me about it and its worth.

      1. Re: Takamine & Co. EST. 1962 F-307?????
        J. D. Tree

        : : I have a Takamine & Co.EST.1962 F-307 guitar. The date it was made is May 8, 1980. serial #80051726. I would like to know more about it. I have searched the internet over and have found nothing on this guitar. please tell me about it and its worth.

        1. Re: Takamine & Co. EST. 1962 F-307?????
          Michael Tweed

          Hey Folks,

          This is part of the Lawsuit series. Takamine copyed Martin guitars in the early 1970’s and copied them well. They are excellent instruments, they sound and feel very much like the Martin they were copied from. Here is a link to a takamine site. Enjoy those guitars as they are very cool. I had one of the first in the country as I worked a music store in the Bay Area back then. Wish I still had it.
          http://www.takamine.com/index.cfm?fa=detail&mid=1035&sid=351

    4. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Zach Lowery
      Zach Lowery

      I have a Takamine & Co.EST.1962 F-307 guitar. The date it was made is May 8, 1980. serial #80051726. I would like to know more about it. I have searched the internet over and have found nothing on this guitar. please tell me about it and its worth.

  6. Has anyone else heard of a Grand Flying V copy?
    Alpha7

    I recently got a GRAND Flying V copy. It is essentially a copy of the Gibson ’67 re-issue. It is black white tri-level pickguard, unsure of the wood. The tuning pegs are sheer crap, but for $150.00 I can’t complain and will swap ’em out anyway. It has 2 black uncovered pick-ups haven’t played it through an amp yet, but I’ll probably get rid of them too. The fit andd finish is super nice however, and a nice thin bolt-on neck with rosewood fretboard. The main question is this: Has anyone heard of GRAND guitars and I’d love to hear opinions. I have not played for nearly 10 years, so I am just hacking away and a rank , now middle-aged, amateur. I will say I was impressed as ,other than the bolt-on neck, it reminded me of a Gibson Silver-burst V I had in 1979.

    1. Re: Value of Takamine F307
      chuck

      : Hi,
      : Does anyone have any idea what the value of a Takamine model F307 in mint condition be? Thanks.

      A good clean one, without dings, knocks and good structure shouls be between 400-700 range, depends on the market, but in the STL Mo. market about 500.00

    2. Re: Value of Takamine F307
      Scott

      They have been going for about 150-175 bucks on the last two ebay auctions. Last one was definitely mint, and went for 175 bucks. I have had them "staked out" so I know that for sure.

      : Hi,
      : Does anyone have any idea what the value of a Takamine model F307 in mint condition be? Thanks.

      1. Takamine E307 stamped 47.8.18 inside
        EG

        I’m trying to date my guitar my grandfather left me but I cant find any info on it. It’s a very old . Older than i am and I’m 37. It says it’s E 307 inside, but the E looks a little blurry. Looks like it was eother stamoed twice with an E of it could have been stamped with and E and an F or it. Where the date should be it says 47.8.18. There is nothing on the tag inside just the model.

    1. Re: Dauphin DS-30
      tino garrido

      Mike,
      I am very interested in your guitar. Let me know how much you want for it and where you live to see if I am close enough to take a look at it.

      : Looking to sell a Dauphin DS-30 classical guitar in excellent condition, and am told it sounds simply beautiful. Selling with hard case. Email me if you are interested.

  7. Wanted: New Fender Jag-stang
    Heather

    I am willing to pay up tp $600, which is more than retail value, but I can not seem to find one any other way. Please e-mail me if you have any information.

  8. Yamaha FG 661 Acoustic Guitar
    Ron Grossman

    Can someone out there give me any info. on the Yamaha FG 661 acoustic, please?
    I saw one in a local pawn shop and wonder about it’s specs. There is nothing on the Yamaha website.

  9. Martin 0-15 case
    lynn

    I have a 1949 Martin 0-15. It came in a flimsy case .. sort of cardboard with oil-cloth like coating on it and brown plastic handle. Would this be the original case?

    1. Re: Martin 0-15 case
      Ed

      : I have a 1949 Martin 0-15. It came in a flimsy case .. sort of cardboard with oil-cloth like coating on it and brown plastic handle. Would this be the original case?

      They came in flimsy cardboard case that was supposed
      to resemble leather on outside I suppose.

      1. Re: Martin 0-15 case
        Mel Presswood

        : : I have a 1949 Martin 0-15. It came in a flimsy case .. sort of cardboard with oil-cloth like coating on it and brown plastic handle. Would this be the original case?

        : They came in flimsy cardboard case that was supposed
        : to resemble leather on outside I suppose.

        Yeah! I’ve got an orginal case and 0-15 from 1949. The case I’ve got is in good condition cept for that flat on the inside has come loose.

    1. Re: Takamine f379 bought in 1983
      Bill Davenport

      : I bought my Takamine f379 new in 1984. It features Hawaiin Koa wood on all sides including the neck and Martin style headboard. Anyone have info on the value of this guitar?

      1. Re: Takamine f379
        Larry Teele

        : I am considering purchasing one of these. Is it all solid wood, I presume? Thanks!

        Yes it is all solid Koa – sides and back.I have one now amd am concidering selling it for a fair price. I suffered a stroke in 2004 which incapacitated my left hand.This guitar is in mint condition. No one but the craftsmen and myself have ever played or laid a hand on it. It has the origional hard shell case(Yellow plush lined)They call it a "lawsuit model"To me it resembles a martin D-35 Dreadnaught. I’ve been keeping an eye on ebay anD nothingh like it has ever been offered.I bought it in Hawaii while stationed at Barbers Point.Guitar is located in Dana Point, CA
        Remember – I am concidering this sale

        has the origional hard shell case

        1. F379 Takamine
          Louie Walker

          Are you real sure this is solid? I bought one on eBay but Takamine says they are not sure if it is laminate or solid but they think laminate. Quite confusing. Thanks

    2. Re: Takamine f379
      Joel Daniel

      : I bought my Takamine f379 new in 1984. It features Hawaiin Koa wood on all sides including the neck and Martin style headboard. Anyone have info on the value of this guitar?

      I bought mine new in 1981….still have it in nearly mint condition….I paid $250 w/o case at that time – am looking for the same info

      12/30/2005

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

      I bought my Takamine f379 new in 1984. It features Hawaiin Koa wood on all sides including the neck and Martin style headboard. Anyone have info on the value of this guitar?

      1. My older brother bought one with the Hawaiian Koa wood in 1982 , paid $400 back then.
        I just bought it back from a third party last night ( 30 years later)and paid $450.
        The case is still good and the guitar is mint.

  10. Wanted: Aria Pro II YS-500
    Brian

    My first axe was an Aria Pro II YS-500 that I traded away about 20 years ago in a fit of juvenile heavy metal mania. I’d love to redeem myself and replace it! Any leads appreciated (esp. on-line databases).

  11. I need info on a 1999 Dauphin DS45
    David

    I recently aquired a 1999 Dauphin DS45. Does anyone know or know where I can find info on what it is made of, what iit is worth, etc. Thanks

    1. Re: Dauphin Model 60 for sale
      Chris

      : I have a Dauphin model 60 I bought new in 1980 when I was a classical guitar student in college. Regretably, it has not been played since I graduated in 1983. I should sell it. Any advice on what it is worth would be appreciated. Brazillian rosewood, solid spruce top, etc. Very nice guitar. I can supply the serial number if you want. Please reply to my e-mail address at shiplaw.com. Thanks, Dale

      Dale,
      I am interested in buying your old Dauphin Model 60 and if you could email me or call me at (325) 665-2290, I could almost definetly buy it. As long as the neck isnt bowed or arched. I am young and interested in studying that type of music also and dont want to get screwed over by a large company that sells expensive plywood. Your reply would be greatly appreciated (preferably by phone).
      chris vallone

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

      I have a Dauphin model 60 I bought new in 1980 when I was a classical guitar student in college. Regretably, it has not been played since I graduated in 1983. I should sell it. Any advice on what it is worth would be appreciated. Brazillian rosewood, solid spruce top, etc. Very nice guitar. I can supply the serial number if you want. Please reply to my e-mail address at shiplaw.com. Thanks, Dale

      Related Gear:
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    1. Re: info on yamaha fg 75
      stephanie

      : would like to have any info on the fg 75 acoustic

      Hi. My dad has a yamaha fg-75 acoustic guitar and he has had it since 1975. all i know is that it is worth like $250 in ex. condition and they are rare. hope this helped you out!

  12. i need hisrtoy on Gutiar
    Spoff Sele

    i have a Fender Stratocaster that i bought at a pawn shop. ive been lookin 4 a site that i could look up its history on it. i paid about 100 dollers 4 it and im gettin mixed info from peeps. a couple of guys say it worth a good 500$ and some say that its about 100$ and im tryin to figure it out if its made in mexico or usa. i think its usa but im getten mixed results. the serial number is MN4 150784 if u could tell me a good site on where to look 4 serial numbers that would be nice. my address is [email protected] thx

  13. January of 1978 out of laminated mahogany and spruce
    Kane Martin

    I am trying to get some info about this guitar. If you have any type of info please contact me thru my email.
    Thanks

  14. DAUPHIN MODEL 60
    Kevin Lewis

    [The body of this post has been reconstituted from replies so it may differ from what was originally written.]

    I BOUGHT THIS USED IN 1987 FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSIC SHOOL SETTLEMENT FOR $600. OUT OF ALL CLASSICAL GUITARS PLAYED, THIS IS AN EASY TO PLAY AND GREAT SOUNDING GUITAR. THEY SOUND FULL, RICH AND TIGHT. I’LL NEVER PART WITH THIS, BUT ANY INFO WOULD BE GREAT.

    1. Re: DAUPHIN MODEL 60
      Dale

      : I BOUGHT THIS USED IN 1987 FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSIC SHOOL SETTLEMENT FOR $600. OUT OF ALL CLASSICAL GUITARS PLAYED, THIS IS AN EASY TO PLAY AND GREAT SOUNDING GUITAR. THEY SOUND FULL, RICH AND TIGHT. I’LL NEVER PART WITH THIS, BUT ANY INFO WOULD BE GREAT.

      I have a Dauuphin model 60 I bought new in 1980 when I was a classical guitar student. Regretably, it has not been played since 1983 when I graduated. I should sell it. What is it worth and would anyone be interested? Thanks

      1. Re: DAUPHIN MODEL 60
        Mike

        : : I BOUGHT THIS USED IN 1987 FROM THE CLEVELAND MUSIC SHOOL SETTLEMENT FOR $600. OUT OF ALL CLASSICAL GUITARS PLAYED, THIS IS AN EASY TO PLAY AND GREAT SOUNDING GUITAR. THEY SOUND FULL, RICH AND TIGHT. I’LL NEVER PART WITH THIS, BUT ANY INFO WOULD BE GREAT.

        : I have a Dauuphin model 60 I bought new in 1980 when I was a classical guitar student. Regretably, it has not been played since 1983 when I graduated. I should sell it. What is it worth and would anyone be interested? Thanks

        I have a Dauphin 30 that I have completely enjoyed for 10 years. I recieve noting but complements by people who play it or hear it. However, I have some problems finding a local dealer. Would anyone know if there is one in the Anchorage area?

    1. Pan Guitar Made in Japan
      lucygoosy

      i’m hoping this can reach the right person who knows a little more about Pan guitars.

      i found one on the side of the road when i went for my evening walk…it’s a Pan guitar made from Japan with the serial number 9602. would anyone know more info about this or point me in the right direction?

    2. pan guitar model, the p-d
      patrick doyle

      : The trail of the Pan guitar brand leads back to the Aria guitar company. The Arai Co. was originally founded by classical guitarist Shiro Arai sometime in the early 1950s as an importing company which expanded in the mid 1950s and began manufacturing classical guitars. Electric guitar production began around the turn of the decade and the Aria and Aria Diamond names were adopted. Offerings at that time consisted of various solid and hollow body guitars loosely influenced by western designs such as the "Bison" and "Jaguar". Arai Co. also manufactured a number of re-brands and components distributed by other importers. Evidence of this can be seen in the design and construction of such brands as Univox, Conrad, Lyle, Domino, Maxi-Tone, Pan, Arita, and a number of others. The following link will lead you to a site which describes the history of the Aria company and some of the copyright lawsuits filed by American makers when the "Japanese Invasion" began in the 60’s. http://www.therathole.org/guitars/arai_matsumoku.html

    3. i have a pan sg bass and i was wondering what it was really worth?
      nick james

      i have a sg style pan bass guitar and i can not find it on the net anyweres at all and i belive its from 1968 its really old and in good shape i was wonderting what it was worth?

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

      The trail of the Pan guitar brand leads back to the Aria guitar company. The Arai Co. was originally founded by classical guitarist Shiro Arai sometime in the early 1950s as an importing company which expanded in the mid 1950s and began manufacturing classical guitars. Electric guitar production began around the turn of the decade and the Aria and Aria Diamond names were adopted. Offerings at that time consisted of various solid and hollow body guitars loosely influenced by western designs such as the "Bison" and "Jaguar". Arai Co. also manufactured a number of re-brands and components distributed by other importers. Evidence of this can be seen in the design and construction of such brands as Univox, Conrad, Lyle, Domino, Maxi-Tone, Pan, Arita, and a number of others. The following link will lead you to a site which describes the history of the Aria company and some of the copyright lawsuits filed by American makers when the "Japanese Invasion" began in the 60’s. http://www.therathole.org/guitars/arai_matsumoku.html

      1. Pan Acoustic ModelH595 Serial# 7311***
        KA

        Have the above model purchased used in 1970 from cousin’s boyfriend. A Copy of the Gibson Sunburst Dreadnought. Incredible sound with medium Ernie Ball strings. Will post pictures soon. Will not travel with it as it could not be replaced as it is my first guitar. Ever. Oh my. Glad to have learned here about its historical connection to Mr Arai. Excellent shape and quality materials.

        1. Pan copy of early 60's Les Paul
          Anonymous

          I have a PAN copy of a Les Paul probably From the early 60’s or 70’s an it plays beautiful. I bought it in the early 80’s and keep it well maintained in case it will valuable some day

      2. Pan Classical
        LoLo

        I’m looking for information on my Father’s guitar. It is a Pan, model #1390, serial # L4141. I’m curious as to it’s age, origin, and possible value. Any insight would be valued and appreciated. Thank you.

      3. 3 Way Loaded guitar control switch
        Anonymous

        I have a Pan electric guitar that my wife bought for me in 1977. The tone switch does not work anymore. I was wonder in anyone knows where I can find one with all three holes in it, including the cable connection hole. I need one with tone switch hole, volume hole, tone hole, and cable connect. All in one plate. I plan to keep this guitar and hand it down to one of my Grand children or great grands!

      4. PAN model numbers H560/A4030 what it is worth?
        mick webb

        I recently aquired a Pan acoustic guitar , has 2 model numbers, with a pick guard of the Gibson Hummingbird, rectangular pealoid on the neck, pretty redish/blond top , top looks like mahogany (inside ), the sides and back look like mahogany, opens tuners, adjustable bridge, says made in Korea.
        Would any one have a clue what it is worth?
        the manufacturer?
        the age?
        SN. 73100170.
        Thank you,
        michael

        1. PAN ACOUSTIC GUITAR
          Tanya

          I have a PAN Acoustic too. I bought it new about 40 years ago. It has a similar SN number 73100816. It also has these numbers inside H595 and A3340. I too am wondering what it is worth. It still plays really well and I love it. Mine says Made in Japan.

          Anyone know it’s value????

      5. pan guitar
        Anonymous

        Hello, I have recently purchased a pan guitar in amazing shape there is no serial number on it and I cannot find anything the same online thez whole base is the same colour and has a pan sticker on the inside but nuthing like the ones online! It sounds amazing and works great but I want to know hpw much its worth I can get anyone pics please email me and help me out thank you!

      6. Pan Guitar
        Anonymous

        We have come into possession of a Pan electric guitar. I can find no model number. The serial number is 1044419. I would like a general idea what it is worth.

        Thanks

      7. Pan Guitar
        Anonymous

        Hey guys, my grandpa gave me his Pan guitar before he passed away, he had it for at least 25 years. I don’t know anything about the guitar I cant find any model # on the end of the neck it has a little kit sketched out in like a gold color. it’s not a kid like someone’s son. has anyone heard of this guitar? if needed I can send a picture

      8. Pan Guitars- Gibson clones
        peela

        I have inherited a Pan Custom Gibson Dove clone. Made in the 60’s, and warm sounding. Have not found alot of good info on it. But, I will never let it go. Sound it most important, well, and keeping her in the family…

        1. Pan Gibson Dove clone
          Geno

          I found a Gibson Dove clone by Pan on Craigslist in Portland. It was $300 and was so darn beautiful I had to buy it. Came with an old case with magenta lining…sweet. It is all blonde. Wondering if maybe these are two peas from the same pod. Would love to swap photos.

          1. Gibson dove clone by pan.
            AnonymousBrian G

            I have a Gibson dove clone from the sixties also in mint condition. The label says Pan guitar, Turner musical instruments limited. I read an article that said Turner musical instruments limited was a division of Gibson. So is it a clone or not a clone? Who knows? It came with the original case (bad shape) original strap ( perfect shape) and a round bar capo that you tie on. Can anyone add to this? I paid $135. Canadian

      9. I have a 1974 Pan/ Alembic
        Anonymous

        I have a 1974 Pan/ Alembic Strat copy 3 tone sunburst with original owners manual . Maxon pickups, with original bridge cover. Very nice sounding guitar, and plays very well since spending some time setting it up. Can’t find another one like it anywhere. Just thought I’d put this out there if someone has one of these besides me. Thanks!!!

      10. Pan H490 acoustic guitar
        Anonymous

        I too have a PAN H490 acoustic guitar and was wondering if anyone knew anything about this particular model or how much they go for or are worth. Mine was given to me by a distant relative who has since passed away and knowing him he probably picked it up at a garage sale, so I have no real background on my guitar. All I have been able to find out is that it is probably a copy of a Martin 00, but I have not been able to unearth any specifics. Any further information would be greatly appreciated!

      11. Pan Model H490 acoustic guitar
        Anonymous

        I too have a PAN H490 acoustic guitar and was wondering if anyone knew anything about this particular model or how much they go for or are worth. Mine was given to me by a distant relative who has since passed away and knowing him he probably picked it up at a garage sale, so I have no real background on my guitar. All I have been able to find out is that it is probably a copy of a Martin 00, but I have not been able to unearth any specifics. Any further information would be greatly appreciated!

      12. my Pan classical guitar
        Nancy

        My father bought me my Pan classical guitar in 1972 for $120.00, not cheap at all in those days. It says inside model II 385, made in Japan. Any idea what it’s worth?

      13. What is the value of this guitar now?
        Gloria

        I have a Pan P23 in mint condition. It is a beautiful electric guitar with mother of pearl inlay and it is the colour starburst orange. It is vintage so I am wondering what the value is now?

        Sincerely, Gloria

        1. Your Pan Guitar
          MT

          I am wondering if you could send me a couple of digital photographs of your PAN guitar (front, back, bridge (closeup), keys (closeup), and the best you can of the label (writing on the inside). I am compiling a dossier on all “PAN” Guitars. Respectfully, MT
          reply to: [email protected]

          1. I have a PAN P23 that I used through high school (over 40 years ago). It’s burgundy with the tremolo and S/N 94600 on the neck plate. The label inside says P23 and 60418. Now I have a lot of Gibson’s (LP custom, 335 Canadian Ltd Ed., 10th Anniversary Custom Shop SG, Epi Wildkat and a Rickenbacker 360 copy as I can now afford these. But this PAN brings back memories of playing in a high school group with teenage friends. I’m going to completely restore it and play it again. It has nowhere near the sound quality of my Gibson’s but it has the sentimental feel.

      1. Re: guitars prices
        Bret Thompson

        I have a Gibson ES 335 TD CRS Electric Guitar in excellent condition with the origonal case and wonder if anyone knows what it might be worth. Serial # 73408090

        1. Re: guitars prices
          Tony Adams

          : I have a Gibson ES 335 TD CRS Electric Guitar in excellent condition with the origonal case and wonder if anyone knows what it might be worth. Serial # 73408090

          : I also have a Gibson ES 335 TD CRS. Serial # 71369083.
          By looking at your serial # I know that your guitar was the 90th stamped instrument on approx. December 6, 1978. I have seen similar on ebay, but not with our particular model letters. I have heard that our model was produced for about 1 and 1/2 years, and is very rare. Feel free to contact me.

      1. Re: terada guitars
        Gypsy Re Bethe

        Yes, its a rare surviving model -i have one ! its Flamenco Blanka style and not classical,made from cypress,and i consider it to be of superior quality to other far more expensive guitars that i have. This guitar has slipped well under the radar of Flamenco players and in my opinion a superb classic.

        1. Terada C 307 n
          Anonymous

          Hi.
          I have been given a badly damaged Terada C307n, but cannot find any information about it.
          The worst part of the damage is the sound board. More than half the sound board has come away from the sides.
          Could you tell me anything about this model.
          Is it worth fixing?
          Thankyou.
          Kind Regards.
          Kriston

    1. Re: terada guitars
      Eddie

      : Can anyone suggest a website where I can get information on terada guitars? This company manufactured the only Martin guitar ever made outside of the united states and were a Japanese company. I have two models, one a T18 and the other a parlour steel strung guitar.
      : Thanks for any hints.

      Go to gretsch/terada guitars. Nagoya Japan

      1. Terada TW910
        Kennyboy

        I have an almost mint TW910 Terada. My brother made me buy it when he discovered I played the harp almost 40 years ago. It does look a lot like a Martin and sounds pretty good. I use a medium string and remember my brother everytime I look at it.

        It sits on a guitar stand 2 feet from were I watch TV. Always within reach and played often.

        Thanks for the info about the Terada Site.

    2. Re: terada guitars
      Eddie

      : Can anyone suggest a website where I can get information on terada guitars? This company manufactured the only Martin guitar ever made outside of the united states and were a Japanese company. I have two models, one a T18 and the other a parlour steel strung guitar.
      : Thanks for any hints.
      GO TO TERADA GUITAR GRETSCH/TERADA and e-mail them

    3. Re: terada guitars
      Mark Sutton

      I have a Teraday accoustic T760 and I am also looking for any information regarding this guitar. I happened to find it in someones trash and after putting some strings on it I was surprised at how well it sounded.

      1. Re: terada guitars
        oscar

        I have at home a beautiful Terada Guitar model no T S s616N, it is for children. I heve played many times and its sound is simply perfect. Now I need to know how can I give it a kind of maintenance because the guitar is in bad conditions nowadays. Any info you can give e about some cares to be given to the guitar, please mail me.

        oscar. Colombia

        1. Re: terada guitars
          Martin

          : I have at home a beautiful Terada Guitar model no T S s616N, it is for children. I heve played many times and its sound is simply perfect. Now I need to know how can I give it a kind of maintenance because the guitar is in bad conditions nowadays. Any info you can give e about some cares to be given to the guitar, please mail me.

          : oscar. Colombia

          Hi Oscar
          Drop me a mail and we can discuss…
          M

        2. Re: terada guitars
          Bill Truran

          I just came back from playing today. I brought my Martin D-35 6 string, and my Terada FW912 12 string. Both have internal pickups. I bought the Terada in 1972 in Schenectady NY for $200.00, and the Martin in 1980 for $400.00. Anyway the leader I was playing with listened to both, and prefered the Terada’s sound. It’s old, but has spent most of it’s life tuned down 1 to D. But, today I brought it all the way up with new strings and it sounds GREAT! Oh – and next to the Martin, it looks just like it’s 12 string brother. I guess that was the idea,
          Bill

          1. Re: terada guitars
            David Crosby

            : I purchased My Terada TR 1000 From Hermies Music store in Schenectady NY in 1973. I play it almost daily. the TR 1000 was my first guitar. Recently, I considered trading it in. However the Music store in NC where I was going to trade it had no reference to it’s value and at the time he said he didn’t have anything in the store that sounded as good. My TR 1000 has certainly mellowed with age and continues to sound great. Needless to say I decided to keep the old axe.
            David Crosby, Belhaven NC
            I just came back from playing today. I brought my Martin D-35 6 string, and my Terada FW912 12 string. Both have internal pickups. I bought the Terada in 1972 in Schenectady NY for $200.00, and the Martin in 1980 for $400.00. Anyway the leader I was playing with listened to both, and prefered the Terada’s sound. It’s old, but has spent most of it’s life tuned down 1 to D. But, today I brought it all the way up with new strings and it sounds GREAT! Oh – and next to the Martin, it looks just like it’s 12 string brother. I guess that was the idea,
            : Bill

          2. Re: terada guitars
            David Crosby

            : I purchased My Terada TR 1000 From Hermies Music store in 1973. I play it almost daily. the TR 1000 was my first guitar. Recently, I considered trading it in. However the Music store in NC where I was going to trade it had no reference to it’s value and at the time he said he didn’t have anything in the store that sounded as good. My TR 1000 has certainly mellowed with age and continues to sound great. Needless to say I decided to keep the old axe.
            David Crosby, Belhaven NC
            I just came back from playing today. I brought my Martin D-35 6 string, and my Terada FW912 12 string. Both have internal pickups. I bought the Terada in 1972 in Schenectady NY for $200.00, and the Martin in 1980 for $400.00. Anyway the leader I was playing with listened to both, and prefered the Terada’s sound. It’s old, but has spent most of it’s life tuned down 1 to D. But, today I brought it all the way up with new strings and it sounds GREAT! Oh – and next to the Martin, it looks just like it’s 12 string brother. I guess that was the idea,
            : Bill

            1. Re: terada guitars
              Ben

              : : I purchased My Terada TR 1000 From Hermies Music store in 1973. I play it almost daily. the TR 1000 was my first guitar. Recently, I considered trading it in. However the Music store in NC where I was going to trade it had no reference to it’s value and at the time he said he didn’t have anything in the store that sounded as good. My TR 1000 has certainly mellowed with age and continues to sound great. Needless to say I decided to keep the old axe.
              : David Crosby, Belhaven NC
              : I just came back from playing today. I brought my Martin D-35 6 string, and my Terada FW912 12 string. Both have internal pickups. I bought the Terada in 1972 in Schenectady NY for $200.00, and the Martin in 1980 for $400.00. Anyway the leader I was playing with listened to both, and prefered the Terada’s sound. It’s old, but has spent most of it’s life tuned down 1 to D. But, today I brought it all the way up with new strings and it sounds GREAT! Oh – and next to the Martin, it looks just like it’s 12 string brother. I guess that was the idea,
              : : Bill

              Hey Bill

              Good choice with the Martin ,I have a Terada its a FL202 and it was my grandads and i love it i also have a newer Ibanez that i bought a few week after christmas (2006) but i am not sure about it yet the Terada just feels alot better although its a hell of alot more uncomfy than the Ibanez and its not electro acoustic but i doesnt realy matter….

              1. Re: terada guitars
                Mojo

                I purchased a Terada 12 string model 1012 recently.Does anyone know how old it may be?What the value may be also,as i am not a guitar player,i just couldn’t pass up a sweet deal!

        3. Re: terada guitars
          Martin

          Hi Oscar
          My understanding is that the current price for my T18 is around £3500 stirling! I had to re-surface the top which has an unusual finish. I would get yours to a REALY good luthier if it needs work. Please feel free to contact me directly at [email protected].
          Martin

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

      Can anyone suggest a website where I can get information on terada guitars? This company manufactured the only Martin guitar ever made outside of the united states and were a Japanese company. I have two models, one a T18 and the other a parlour steel strung guitar.
      Thanks for any hints.

      1. Terada
        Tele2012

        I have a Jagard Mark 31LV made by Terada. I bought it circa 1974 for $99. It has red and green inlaid lights on the fretboard. They will randomly flash slow/fast with the twist of a knob. The lights are powered by a 9 volt battery. Like many other folks I can’t find out much on the internet. It is almost 50 years old and has a very deep, rich sound. I’d sure like to find out more about this awesome guitar…..Jan

      2. Terada GU 3554
        Melissa

        Just looking for some general information on a Guitar that I picked up from a Clearance Sale approx 5yrs ago.
        Do we know perhaps when this model was manufactured/released and was it a good buy at AU$ 15.00?

        1. Terada GU2515
          Anonymous

          Hi I have the same guitar,
          I don’t have any feedback if it’s history as it was passed down to me from a friend 20yrs ago.
          Did you find any information about the guitar?
          I do like the guitar sound it plays

      3. Terada FW 655 N
        Rosi

        Hi all

        I found this forum while searching some information about a Terada that i’ve inherited but unfortunately i do not play music at all 🙁
        This guitar was produced in 1961 and it’s a maple wood with spruce top. Can you all help me in estimating its value?
        Thank you very much!
        Rosi

      4. Terada 12 string
        GKM

        1972, I was touring with my band. We were somewhere in central Pennsylvania (Broomall?) and I had saved some money. I’d always wanted to buy a Martin. There was a nice music store nearby and I went in to get my long-wanted Martin 6 string. I was prepared to pay over $300 remember, this was 1972 when that was a lot of money). A guitar caught my eye. A 12 string. Without looking at the brand I picked it up. What an amazing clean and clear sound…and a 12 string that played almost as easily as a 6. I asked the store guy, how much? He said $70. Immediately I said, wrap it up. Then I thought I needed to protect it. A really nice hard-shell case was $20. So, for $90 and a small amount of tax I got a guitar that I have used in many recording sessions from the early 1970s through the 1990s when I sort-of retired from playing (I was primarily a keyboard player, among other instruments). Sometime in the late 1980s one of the tuning pegs (the thin high b string) broke and for a while I played it as an 11 string. I took off the thin 5 strings and played it for a few more years as a 6, always figuring I’d get that peg fixed. I recently picked it up to play it for the first time in a looooong time. At least 30 year old strings and it still sounds pretty damn good. With new strings it should sound great. I should get that tuning peg fixed so I can have a 12 string again. I just went on-line to see how much the guitar might be, today, figuring it would be around $1500 or more. I was surprised/disappointed that there was not a website for Terada to see how much it might cost today. But, a google search found one for only $350 (I think that was only a 6 string). Google also brought me here.

      5. Terada Guitar No G120
        Phú

        I have been given Terada guitar nó.g120 , but cannot find any information about it.
        Could you tell me anything about this model.
        Is it worth fixing?
        Thankyou.

      6. Terada FL 202
        Anonymous

        I have a Terada FL 202 in good condition. Anyone who knows when it`s made etc…… Seems like the factory and brand is still in business so maybe someone has contact info ?

        Daniel (sweden)

      7. Terada c307n guitar
        Mick

        Hi recently purchased a Terada c307n classic guitar. Could anyone give any information about age, and value etc. Appears intact other than one string missing. Thanks.

        1. Terada c307n
          Grüffüdd

          G’day Mick. Did you find any more info on your guitar..? I was given a 1961 version of the C307N yesterday and am looking forward to restringing it and having a play. The tone is amazing.

      8. Terada guitars.
        Dennis

        I’ve had a nylon string Terada since about 1969. Beautifull tone, lovely to play. Travelled extensively including 2 1/2 years on a yacht, still looks almost new & sounds so rich. ser no GU2555. Engraved machine head. Never seen another one.

        1. Terada Model GU2555
          Wayne

          Yep I have the exact same model, carved headstock. Had it for years, plays and sounds so good. Value dont know. I paid in 1973 Australia $90 second hand with hard case, cheers.

      9. Terada Classic Guitar Gu 2530
        Anonymous

        Hello, I picked up a Terada Classic Guitar serial no. G u 2530 at a garage sale for $3.00 Au.
        I picked it up thinking this looks cheap and nasty — played a few notes on it and was awestruck.
        I have been playing guitar since 1962 (its all the Beatles & Stones fault, although Duanne Eddy & Ricky Nelson have a share.) err also Senor Segovia, Manuel da Plata, Julian Bream et al.

        This is one of the few guitars I have tried that needed to be saved. What a genuine beautiful tone it has. I have had a few classic’s over the years and this beats them all for clarity & again tonal projection – soft to loud and in between.

        It must be early 60s – 70s. The fretboard is rosewood and does its job but is in need of replacement.

        The timber is or appears to be nothing special just veneer. But the top is quite thin. and the bracing is copycat Spanish.

        This guitar can be very sonorous and clear and loud ( i’ve already said it.)

        If I had to value it I would put large figure on it – this is, or seems to be a rare guitar and although it appears nondescript
        it is one of those guitars that immediately speaks and if you play guitar at all well you will know exactly what I mean.
        Walk into any guitar shop and you could be there for hours trying to find one that has that elusive quality – it is getting tougher these days to find one.

        1. Terada gu3561
          Wesley Holloway

          I’ve just picked up a Tarada GU 3561 with an adjustable Bridge looks about early 60s to 70s.also has 507 inside.
          Wow $20.
          Need info…… Anyone??????

          1. Terada
            Anonymous

            41 years ago, I bought a Terada steel strung acoustic in a junk shop in the North West of England. It’s obviously a copy of a Gibson Dove, complete with an adjustable bridge. Since then, I’ve owned a number of guitars, including a 1960s Gibson Hummingbird, and I can tell you that my old Terada is up there with the best. The tone is sensational, though I have to admit I prefer the neck of a Hummingbird, which is slightly slimmer. I don’t know much about the Terada other than that it was made in Japan. The back and sides are maple; the fretboard is rosewood, and it looks as good as it sounds. I wouldn’t part with it. That said, I’ve occasionally come across identical Teradas over the years, and some are average, some poor, and only one other was outstanding. As to why that is, I wouldn’t know, but if you come across one, don’t buy it unless you’ve played it. They differ in quality.

      10. Terada FL202
        Anna, Chesterfield

        Hi, I inherited a terada FL202 and can’t find anything about it on the Internet. Does anyone know anything about this model? I love it, but it needs some work! Thanks.

      11. Terada FW - 713
        Russell Hawyes

        Hi all

        I have a Terada FW – 713. It was my dad’s. He bought it second hand in the late 90’s. I cannot find any info on it. I have gone through many guitars since I started playing two decades ago and this Terada is by far the best. I would just like to know the specifications of it… But there is absolutely nothing on the net.
        Any info would be appreciated. My email is [email protected]

      12. Terada 1000 classical guitar
        mary mcrae

        I bought a nylon string guitar from a musician who had played the guitar since the early 1970’s for $380 early this year. The guitar has been played so much that a good deal of the varnish has worn off.
        I walked into the secondhand music store to by a cheap but reasonable sounding nylon string guitar. However when he played the Terada I was blown away. It was loud and the notes that came from it were beautiful and clear and I had to have it and now! I think I would have payed a thousand dollars if he had insisted on it. My guitar playing ( I’m learning classical guitar) suddenly became much more inspiring and fun. I love my guitar and have to fight my teenage grandsons to play it as it is so popular. Thanks, to Terada all those years ago. What a beautiful sounding instrument.

        Thanks Mary.

      13. Terada Acoustic
        simon

        I bought my Terada from a shop in Shaftsbury Avenue when the area was loaded with guitar shops. Around about 1976/77.
        The model number on the Terada inspection note inside the guitar reads 3188. It’s still in very good condition and has a lovely deep sound. Apart from that I have no knowledge, value etc.
        I once saw a web site that invited Terada owners to show off their guitars with photos but cannot trace it. Any ideas?

      14. Terada Guitar
        Andre

        A friend of mine gave me a Terada JW 386 in really bad shape. My question is: are these guitars good? by the looks of it its going to be expensive to repair this guitar, does it pay to repair? I tried to find some info about this guitars but couldnt find much, other than they’re from Japan…

      15. Terada guitar
        Alex

        I have since 1988, one Terada Japanese made electric guitar.
        I don’t know how that instrument came to Chile (South america), where I live.
        The guitar has no info about model. I can’t find info on the web about Terada “electric” guitars.
        Many people, and many musicians tell me I have a special vintage kind of guitar.
        I don’t want to sell it, but I want to know what kind of instrument I have.

        Sorry about my english, I speak and write spanish, that’s my language.
        thank you for any help…

        bye.

      16. Terada No. 400
        Roy

        Hi.
        I bought this guitar at a carboot sale for £10. It is as new and came with soft bag but was strung L/Handed and someone had painted dots on the neck which came off without marking. Restrung the correct way and sounds realy great lovely deep sound.
        Best tenner I have spent

      17. Terada TR 1000
        Ranger Rick

        I have owned a Terada TR1000 since 1975. My wife, who knew nothing about guitars, bought it for me for a gift on our 1st wedding anniversary. She took the word of the sales person when she was shopping around for a guitar. What luck she had in deciding to buy this great guitar. The action on it is superb. The fit and finish is every bit as good as my Takamine EG334SC. Having owned it for 36 years I cannot say enough about it. I have been playing guitar since I’m 9 years old and have never had a reason to replace this guitar. I bought the Tak a few years ago as I have always been a fan of them. I love there sound.

        The Terada has aged with grace and the sound is as soft as it is rich. The guitar has a rich mellow bass sound while at the same time the highs are not overwhelming and there is absolutely no fret buzz. The construction of this guitar is of high quality and after all these years the brigde hasn’t moved.
        I have a few worn spots on it but that is because I tend to play a lot of bluegrass themed music , Ozark Mountain Daredevil , Ricky Scaggs and also a lot of Alan Jackson, Clint Black, Kieth Whitley, Buck Owens, Charlie Pride etc. I play 50’s and 60’s music also. Great all around guitar.

        I’d love to acquire another Terada but haven’t seen one in a store anywhere. Anyone have a lead on where I might be able to check them out?

        1. Terada TR-1000
          Anonymous

          I’ve got a Terada TR-1000 in very good shape. Purchased in 1975.
          Most likely will sell it, if anyone is interested. Hate the thought of dropping dead and it ending in the trash

  15. new ance jazz guitar
    Helen

    We have discovered the above guitar (serial no. 500). It is probably 1930s(?) and is covered in mother of pearl. A brown sunburst with a mother of pearl scratch plate. No electrics and in mint condition! It has "f" holes but non standard. It has a floating bridge with the strings anchored at the end pin. It is a VERY unusual guitar and we would dearly like to know more about it but have been unable to locate anything on the web. Suggestions or information please.

    1. Re: Takamine F340
      Kane Martin

      was wondering if you ever got any info about your guitar. i own a 78 model of the F-340 and was looking for the same info. Please relay all info if you have any.

  16. Kay "striped" acoustic
    Tony Pedretti

    I have a "tiger" striped (yellow/off-white) Kay acoustic guitar. It has a mahogony colored pick guard. I dont see any distinguishing numbers or marks on it. I cant seem to find a comparable one on any vintage guitar sites. I am interested in age, model, and value. Can anyone help?
    Thanks, Tony

      1. Re: Taylor K22 acoustic guitar
        Jim Robins

        I also have a 100% Koa K22 for sale. Absolutely new condition. Receivced as gift in 2002/3 and never played. It’s all KOA, with a 2-piece rather than the kinda tacky-looking 3-piece back. Beautiful inlays; shell borders on neck; gold Grovers; Taylor case, etc. For sale. Best offer over $2,950, plus S&H.
        Jim Robins
        312-269-1577
        [email protected]

        Chicago & Santa Fe

    1. Re: Taylor K22 acoustic guitar
      Vito Caragiulo

      : I have a Taylor K22 acoustic guitar in perfect condition for sale. exotic hawaiian koa wood. as seen played by richie sambora. new cost $3000. will sell for $1700.
      Still available?

    2. Re: Taylor K22 acoustic guitar
      rob

      : I have a Taylor K22 acoustic guitar in perfect condition for sale. exotic hawaiian koa wood. as seen played by richie sambora. new cost $3000. will sell for $1400

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

      I have a Taylor K22 acoustic guitar in perfect condition for sale. exotic hawaiian koa wood. as seen played by richie sambora. new cost $3000. will sell for $1700.

    1. Re: Dauphin DS45 classical guitar
      tino garrido

      hi,
      I am interested in your guitar. Is there any way I could get you to give me your number.
      I would like to talk to you and ask you some questions.
      -tino

      : i have a 1997 Dauphin DS45 classical guitar in excellent condition for sale. a new one cost $1675. i will sell for $675.

      1. Re: Dauphin DS45 classical guitar
        rob

        : hi,
        : I am interested in your guitar. Is there any way I could get you to give me your number.
        : I would like to talk to you and ask you some questions.
        : -tino

        : : i have a 1997 Dauphin DS45 classical guitar in excellent condition for sale. a new one cost $1675. i will sell for $675.

        1. Re: Dauphin DS45 classical guitar
          rob

          : yes. email me at [email protected]
          : : hi,
          : : I am interested in your guitar. Is there any way I could get you to give me your number.
          : : I would like to talk to you and ask you some questions.
          : : -tino

          :
          : : : i have a 1997 Dauphin DS45 classical guitar in excellent condition for sale. a new one cost $1675. i will sell for $675.

  17. Dauphin Model 20
    B Snow

    I bought this guitar at a yard sale and I have never even played a guitar
    . Could anyone give me a price range of these. I gave $ 15.00 for it and a hard case
    just because it was pretty. All it has on the sticker is Dauphin Model 20 Made in Japan.
    Any help at all would be a blessing Thanks

  18. Value on a Duo-Sonic II 1965
    William

    I was just wondering what the value on this guitar is. It’s got a light wood color, rosewood slab pickguard, serial’s L46351. If you can tell me, I’d be very pleased.

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