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  1. TERADA F 900 ACOUSTIC GUITAR EST
    Anonymous

    Need info on a terada f-900 model acoustic. It’s got a little bang in the front and needs some small neck work but overall still nice guitar . Anyway needing to know price or estimated value ?

  2. Takamine EF391R
    DT

    I remember buying my Takamine EF391R new for less than $300. I had a Martin and Guild that were many times that value. I never believed that my Takamine would be worth what it is now! Wow.. #8202699.

      1. CANT FIND OUT ANYTHING ON MY TAC CAN ANYONE HELP
        DERRICK KNOX

        I HAVE A 12 STRING Takamine model TF210 and ser number inside says 47.2.29 i think its early 70’s anyone no anything

  3. Segovia SF-42
    NITU BHATT

    Brand new piece up for sale. Do not have any further details. can share picture on email. live in India. Would love some guidance too from experts on the originality, and value of this piece which is over 25 years old.

    1. Hi there,

      I collect Lys guitar if you give me the model I can provide you with more info. By the serial number it is a Lys near the end of their manufacturing period…send me some pics if you can,

      Jerry

      jerrybriand at sympatico.ca

  4. Serial no of Takamine EF350SMCSB
    Jem

    Hi, can anyone tell me about my Takamine EF350SMCSB serial no. 05070839. I will appreciate if someone can help me or send me link to verify serial no.

  5. Serial no of Takamine EF350SMCSB
    Jem

    Hi, can anyone tell me about my Takamine EF350SMCSB serial no. 05070839. I will appreciate if someone can help me or send me link to verify serial no.

  6. Yamaha SJ 550 HR
    John Pollard

    I bought one in 1975-6 in Manchester, UK with its beautiful padded case. Bought from Barrats of Manchester (Oxford Rd.) Manager Brian Higham who made me wait 3 months before an example came in that he thought was superb.
    Played rarely ( I am a keyboardist), but I occasionally get it out and play some jazz.
    Never had a problem with it, it’s a lovely piece of kit.
    No idea of value. I think it must have cost around £100-150 at the time.
    JP

  7. Re: Takamine gx 200 bt (electric )
    [email protected]

    I have one also, it is somewhere in the early 80s, and takamine says the majority of them were Japan only, which is possibly why they are so hard to find parts and goodies for, mine is kind of a brown/black/gold burst, plays really well, pawnshop guitar, mine has the Tak tremolo with built in fine tuners, and I replaced the ahead of the nut stringlock that Tak said it was supposed to have, mine was missing, anyways….enjoy!!!

    1. Re: takamine gx 200bt eletric guitar
      Darren

      Hi Manny:

      I have two of these great guitars. One I got on ebay and paid $365 US and the other I bought from a guitar store online but it needed some work for $199 US.

      Hope this helps….

      Regards…

      Darren

  8. 2004 Mint Ramirez 1af Flamenco
    Jt

    This 2004 1AF SP/CY guitar is the top-of-the-line flamenco model from the esteemed Ramírez workshop which is suitable for both performance on a concert stage and for traditional flamenco playing with dancers and percussionists. It is a very lively instrument with excellent playability and volume; and has an authentic Spanish sound with a lot of bite, making it one of the favorite choices for serious flamenco guitarists.

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=130331360402&ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT

    Instrument Details: French Polish Finish, Nut Width 52mm, Scale Length 656mm
    Condition Excellent! Country Spain, Back & Sides Cypress, Top Spruce.

    The current retail for this guitar new is $13,7500.00 and a sale price of $11,000.00. Will Sell For $6,900.00 Buy it Now. Or Best Offer.

    Comes with a J.W. Eastman (CAGT15) black hard-shell case.

  9. cleaning acoustic guitars
    Shirley Alexander

    I have several older acoustic guitars which have been in a dry and dusty storage building for about 8 years. I would appreciate any tips on cleaning them and doing some light restoration. The two I am most interested in preserving are an old Gibson Medallion and a Monclair (don’t know much about either, and can’t read the serial number inside the Montclair). Both guitars have lots of lovely trim–especially the Medallion. I would like to know what to use to clean them without damaging the wood or MOP trim.

    1. Re: cleaning acoustic guitars
      Ted

      : I have several older acoustic guitars which have been in a dry and dusty storage building for about 8 years. I would appreciate any tips on cleaning them and doing some light restoration. The two I am most interested in preserving are an old Gibson Medallion and a Monclair (don’t know much about either, and can’t read the serial number inside the Montclair). Both guitars have lots of lovely trim–especially the Medallion. I would like to know what to use to clean them without damaging the wood or MOP trim.

      1. Re: cleaning acoustic guitars
        Ted

        I recently obtained a 1950’s Hofner arch top acoustic jazz guitar from similar circumstances as yours. The important thing is to not damage the existing finish by trying to re-finish it as you will decrease the value. It sounds too simple, but Pledge or a product like Murphy’s furniture oil does a great job. If the finish is crazed or cracket, do not use any water, not even a damp cloth! Keep collecting!

  10. acoustic guitar YEAR
    Airton De Almeida Lima

    I have an acoustic guitar Takamini made in Japan with a serial number: 96081214 model: CP-132S. I would like to know the year that the instrument was made.

  11. Tenada FW 952 12 string
    Kieren Lawrence

    Hi I have been searching high and low for any information on this guitar with no luck at all!all i know is that it is a Japenese make. Please if anyone knows where i can get some info on this particular model or how much it’s actually worth let me know…cheers!

    1. Re: Tenada FW 952 12 string
      Mark Hughes

      : Hi I have been searching high and low for any information on this guitar with no luck at all!all i know is that it is a Japenese make. Please if anyone knows where i can get some info on this particular model or how much it’s actually worth let me know…cheers!
      Hi, found the above guitar in a local antique shop but spelled Terada model FW952 – 100 GB Pounds

  12. Value of my K. Suzuki Brazialian Rosewood D type guitar
    Michael Krynak

    I have a brazilian rosewood K Suzuki D model acoustic guitar. I picked it up in a pawn shop a while back in LA. I bought it because the sound was so incredible that I could not pass it up. I brought it home and saw that it was brazialian rosewood with 3 piece back with spruce in the center cut. The wood is very dark…I have two other Indian rosewood guitars and this one it remarkably darker and different, so I know it is brazialian. It plays like a pre war Martin…I have two other much more expensive acoustic guitars and this one sounds the best…can anyone tell me what this guitar is worth? The model is a 35 and the number on the guitar is 29032. It says Kiso Suzuki Guitar Company on the inside label.

    Thanks, Mike
    [email protected]

  13. RE:looking for a price on takamine
    sandra

    would like to know how much the EF-391R (D)4 band is, and also if anyone can tell me what year it is Serial#-83062479

    1. Re: Takamine EF-391R (D) 4band
      Chuck

      : If anyone can tell me what year this guitar is, and what it’s worth it would be greatly appreciated. Serial#-83062479
      Don’t have any idea what it’s worth, but it was made on June 24th, 1983

    2. Re: Takamine EF-391R (D) 4band
      william taylor

      : If anyone can tell me what year this guitar is, and what it’s worth it would be greatly appreciated. Serial#-83062479

      It was made in 1983 and it should sell for over $1000US.

  14. jay turser jt 137 dragon guitar
    steve demaio

    Jay turser jt 137 dragon guitar ? has anyone ever seen one or have a picture I think thats what I have but cannot find any info to id it.

    1. I also have one....I had a
      Anonymous

      I also have one….I had a black custom pick guard made for mine because I didn’t like the look of the tortise shell that came with it. Apparently this is a very rare guitar. Jay Turser only made a few before the company was suited for copyright infringment on the inlay neck design. They stopped production and tried to destroy the ones that had been made. A few escaped….

  15. takamine f307 on sale hello everybody
    pierre

    sorry for my enghlis but i am mexican and dont speak enghlis, i have a takamine guitar japanese f307 est.1962 ,i want sale this guitar but i dont now who is the price.if something have interesting send me a e-mail [email protected]

  16. Pan Guitar Replacement Pickups
    Raymond Griffin

    I recently aquired an electric Pan, name brand guitar from my grandmother that belonged to my grandfather who is now deceased. The guitar itself is in great shape however the pickups are shot. I took it in to a store to try and find replacement pickups but unfortunately they couldn’t find anything that would fit, so if anyone has any extra pickups or an old beat-up pan guitar with working pickups i would be intrested in buying them.

  17. 57 strat reissue strat built in 89 mint. value?
    Phil Schanuel

    I bought a 57 strat reissue in 89 when new and put it in a closet and forgot about it..sea foam green and case both mint…have these increased in value? keep or sell? Plays great.

    1. Re: 57 strat reissue strat built in 89 mint. value?
      Tina

      : I bought a 57 strat reissue in 89 when new and put it in a closet and forgot about it..sea foam green and case both mint…have these increased in value? keep or sell? Plays great.

      Phil,
      Did you attend University of Northern Colorado?

  18. Left Handed Gibson ES-135, 137, 175, or Byrdland
    Andrew

    Looking for an ebony/black single cutaway Gibson hollow or semi-hollow body.
    A more recent Re-issue is just fine with me.
    ES-135, ES-137, ES-175, Byrdland, & or?

  19. Dauphin Cadet #DE57ST, 2001
    jeffrey m hamilton

    We have a Dauphin Cadet #DE57ST, with a 2001 date, now too small for my son, that we would like to sell or trade for a similar full size guitar. We purchased this from my son’s guitar instructor (past tense would be more correct). Looking at the limited information I found on line I think the $400 I paid the instructor was a bit steep. Anyone know about this guitar, any interest in buying this guitar?

    Please and thank you,

    Jeff

    1. Re: takamine esf-48(Sant Fe model)
      rob spencer

      Just bought a Takamine, Santa Fe model, serial # ESF-48 for over $900..Apparently it was an expensvie guitar when first produced..I’d like to know the year it was made and the retail cost of the guitar at the time…thnx…Rob S

    1. Re: Takamine EF391r
      Joel

      : I am looking to buy a Takamine EF391R. Must be in very good condition. PLease send pic and price.
      Are you still looking for that model guitar?
      I have one for sale. It’s in very good condition.
      Sounds and plays well. Some minor surface scratches from normal use.
      How much are you willing to pay?
      jd (from Canada)

      1. Re: Takamine EF391r
        Terry Klassen

        : : I am looking to buy a Takamine EF391R. Must be in very good condition. PLease send pic and price.
        : Are you still looking for that model guitar?
        : I have one for sale. It’s in very good condition.
        : Sounds and plays well. Some minor surface scratches from normal use.
        : How much are you willing to pay?
        : jd (from Canada)

        I don’t know what they are worth. DO you have an idea what you want for it.
        Terry (Canada also)

  20. terada jagard
    s.berthelet

    have a very nice Terada/Jagard jwc-rc guitar and would like any info on this Terada guitars and I was wondering what the retail value of the guitar is. Thank you.

  21. montclair electric guitar
    cody

    i dont know anything about guitars ive got a montclair electric guitar and i would like to get some info on the brand and if i can get parts for it?

    1. Grand Prix Acoustic guitar
      PS

      I just purchased one of these, in pretty nice condition. It was in a closet for years. But too, can’t find any info on them. Don’t know if it’s a FIND or a decent guitar. LoL

    2. Re: Help on this guitar
      Al Rodriguez

      I have an older Dauphin classical model 60 I cant find the year,but the top is cedar solid, ebony fingerboard and back and sides brazilian rosewood, this tells me is an older model,any help?made in Japan

  22. Re: terada guitars
    Does anyone know anything about a Terada F 303 ?

    : 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. Re: looking for a price for a guitar
      Matt Tenley

      A friend of mine wants to sell me a Terada 12 string guitar. Since I never heard of this Brand of guitar, I’m trying to find its value. Thanks, Matt

      1. Re: looking for a price for a guitar
        mickey

        : A friend of mine wants to sell me a Terada 12 model # T712 string guitar. Since I never heard of this Brand of guitar, I’m trying to find its value. Thanks, Mickey

  23. Okay,
    I am baffled trying to find my first Classical guitar…. I’ve been playing for about 30 years, on and off, play fingerstyle primarily, and love my old Larrivee, but I’m looking to expand my understanding of the matrix thru a classical study for awhile. But I am baffled at the numbers of classical makers, alleged maestros, spanish/japanese/etc guitars out there. Any suggestions for someone with a quick learning curve who appreciates a good-quality sound and playability?

  24. Dauphin Classical Guitar - Model 25
    KC

    I have a Dauphin Model 25 classical guitar that I am considering selling. I bought this made-in-Japan guitar in the late 80s. If interested please email me.

    KC

  25. white deluxe reverb
    Phil Schanuel

    I have a Fender Custom Shop 65 reissue Deluxe Reverb Amp covered in White Tolex built in the mid 90s…part of a guitar/amp set…number 342 out of ? … anyone out there know anything about this? I’ve called Fender, but they have no information on this amp…

  26. vito,guitar
    Basil B. Jones

    I have avito,ooo guitar,made for the LeBlanc corp.and named after one of the co’s.founders,Vito Pascucci,the model#is701-F,serial#100393.It is quite old but in beautiful,playable condition,sounds great,has anybody out there ever heard of a VITO guitar? If so please contact me at,1-256-395-9388 email me @ [email protected].

  27. oscar schmidt by washburn delta king solid body electric
    david rorie

    would appreciate any information anyone might have on this guitar; it has the initial H.S. on the back bridge

    1. Re: aria pro ii ys 500
      gni

      Hey i got a ys 500 and it plays really well, i mainly use it for recording, it was quite cheap but i liked the sound so much i got me a Thor Sound 800 (TS800) and now i’m searching for the model with the F-holes i think it is a ys1000, the value of ys500 ? it’s hard to say, but if u like to play it, then u got value 🙂

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

      i came across an aria pro ii (ys 500…i think)
      i’m a drummer that dabbles in guitar (don’t we all?)for better or for worse….it’s neck through and plays nice enough…curious as to the value both in dollars and musically…???

  28. green takamine
    Darren McGregor

    i wuld like to know the history of my takamine,the date wen it was made and the value, the serial number is 88050843 and it has eg330 stamped on the inside?

    1. Re: green takamine
      Darren McGregor

      : i wuld like to know the history of my takamine,the date wen it was made and the value, the serial number is 88050843 and it has eg330 stamped on the inside any feed back wuold be gratefull,

    1. Re: Terada 12-string?
      royd Band

      Hi Heather,I also have a similar 12 string,model no. j 841,which I cannot find any info on either.Its tidy,but needs a new machine head and strings.It sounded good with only the 6 strings that were on it,and it was given to me by a friend.i’m rapt with the ‘find’,and am looking fwd to gettihg it sorted.Mine also has a number, ( 730_11 ).Also cant read middle digit.What model number is yours?
      Royd,
      N.Z.

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

      I have a Terada 12-string guitar, it looks like it has the number 11 on the label inside the soundhole. There is an unreadable character in front of the number 11. The label is the only thing identifying it as a Terada. My question is: it needs new tuning machines, and the bridge has come off. I was told it was due to unstable bracing. In all of your opinions, is it worth the $150.00 or so to repair it? I have been on the website listed here for Terada guitars, and have not been able to find anything out about my particular model. Any help is appreciated. Thanks

  29. about the guitar
    Dimitrios

    I want to buy the guitar mostly for sentimental reasons. Make me an offer. I live in Greece though. Do you think we could do something through e-bay?

    1. Re: 1980 LYS L 12 Guitar
      Nitya

      I am also looking to get an L12. Did you ever find out anything more about that model? I posted a lot of information about the Lys’s but I want to know more about that particular one if anyone has any information about the woods, quality, long lasting value etc. Blessings, Nitya

      : hey guys
      : i aquired a 1980 LYS 12 acoustic string guitar todya in a trade. the sN is 1218, i have read that these guitars were only made for 1 year by a man named godwin. his factory burned down and never reopened, anybody know thte value of this guitar???

    2. Re: 1980 LYS L 12 Guitar
      Eli

      : hey guys
      : i aquired a 1980 LYS 12 acoustic string guitar todya in a trade. the sN is 1218, i have read that these guitars were only made for 1 year by a man named godwin. his factory burned down and never reopened, anybody know thte value of this guitar???

      i also have a LYS 12-sting L25-12.. i bought it from a pawn shop in the spring of 93.. i have had it for over 12 years now and i love it. i think i paid $300. for it.. it was well worth it, sounds better than a martin i used to havehd-28. wish i could find out more about them though. i just started searching for info on them .. if you have any info please let me know

      1. Re: 1980 LYS L 12 Guitar
        Brent

        It’s pretty straight forward. LYS guitars were made in Ottawa my Godin (not Godwin) and Boucher. The factory burned in late 1980 and was rebuilt but abandoned a short time later. They are now in La Patrie Quebec in the eastern townships and make Simon and Patrick as well as Seagull and Godin guitars. The guitars are excellent and will last more than a life time. I have a L18CW which is a florentine dreadnought cut away. Very rare and yes it sounds better than a martin or taylor. Funny enough I bought mine in a pawn shop in Toronto for $315CDN. It is a demo. A LYS 12 recently sold for more than $400 on ebay, a little high but LYS are getting very rare. The 1980 ones were all hand made with very little machining involved. It anyone has an L18CW for sale contact me as I’d love a back up to give to my son one day.

        1. Hi, I’m looking for Eli…
          WOuld like to know if you still have the L25-12…if yes I would be interested to buy, if not would still be interested to collect serial number and pics…I collect Lys (both instrument and data)…

          Thanks.
          Jerry Briand

        2. Re: 1980 LYS L 12 Guitar
          Alan

          I have a LYS L18-CW that I purchased it at a garage sale. Looks to be in pretty good shape but I’m no musician. I do have an eye for fine instruments though, and I do sell them once in a while. Contact me if you want pics. I also consider swaps. Thanks – Alan 201-835-4312

          1. Re: 1980 LYS L 12 Guitar
            NItya

            I just saw your post exactly two years later…do you still have this guitar? I would be interested. Please send me photos and more information. Thanks! Blessings, Nitya

            : I have a LYS L18-CW that I purchased it at a garage sale. Looks to be in pretty good shape but I’m no musician. I do have an eye for fine instruments though, and I do sell them once in a while. Contact me if you want pics. I also consider swaps. Thanks – Alan 201-835-4312

        3. Re: 1980 LYS L 12 Guitar
          Jeff

          I have an L-10-12 serial number 10851 that I bought in 1981 or 82. It had fallen off the rack in the store, and had cracked and been repaired. The repair was (and still is) quite visible, but it doesn’t seem to affect the tone at all. I think I paid less than $200 for it back then.

          I’m still playing it, and despite the dings and dents that come from dragging a guitar all over North America for over 20 years its still plays well and sounds great.

          Godin makes fine guitars. I also own a Godin electric that is as good as anything out there. I’m really happy to support a company that produces a world-class product at a reasonable price without shipping the manufacturing to China or Korea.

          As for selling it, you’ll have to pry it from my cold stiff fingers, and do it quick before my son grabs it.

          Any other questions feel free to contact me. [email protected]

        4. Re: 1980 LYS L 12 Guitar
          Dave

          Thanks for the information posted hear. I just bought a LYS L12 at a pawn shop for 140cdn$ and the sound that comes out of it is incredible. I also have a norman B-20 6 string and for me, Norman has to be one of the best sounding acoustiques ever to be built hear in Quebec, same as Godin Seagul etc etc…. Anyway there is a signature on my Lys Daniel Something, i cant remember the last name but im wondering if it was built for someone or if its a previous owner that imprinted that on the guitar…im curious to find out. Did Lys have signature models? thats my question to all of you….hope to get some feedback…Dave.

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

      hey guys
      i aquired a 1980 LYS 12 acoustic string guitar todya in a trade. the sN is 1218, i have read that these guitars were only made for 1 year by a man named godwin. his factory burned down and never reopened, anybody know thte value of this guitar???

    1. Re: terada classical guitar - model G705
      Joost

      i have a terada g704 i think its probably almost the same, mine is also very old already do you have any idea if it is a really good quality guitar or something cause i really dont know, Joost – The Netherlands

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

      My father bought this guitar for me in 1975 secondhand – cannot tell when it was made – not a very popular make at the time – in fact I have not seen another – this guitar has really been played – on the beach , in street carnivals , taken on picnics etc – needless to say , it is not in pristine condition – beautiful tone and feel – will not part with it – Durban , Republic of South Africa .

    1. Re: gambles guitars (coronado)
      Nick Tyson

      : does anyone know any info about this guitar? It is a acoustic.I have a amp that I am tring to find info on that is a "Gambles Coronado Model # 872"

      1. Re: gambles guitars (coronado)
        Dan5812

        : : does anyone know any info about this guitar? It is a acoustic.I have a amp that I am tring to find info on that is a "Gambles Coronado Model # 872"

        Yes, I have a Coronado 872 amp that I’m restoring for a friend. Also have the schematic and parts list.

        1. Re: gambles guitars (coronado)
          Dan5812

          : : : does anyone know any info about this guitar? It is a acoustic.I have a amp that I am tring to find info on that is a "Gambles Coronado Model # 872"

          : Yes, I have a Coronado 872 amp that I’m restoring for a friend. Also have the schematic and parts list.

          You can email me at [email protected] if you need a copy.

      2. Re: gambles guitars (coronado)
        Randolfo

        I Play in a band, with some boys and one of the players have a Gambles Coronado but its asolid body disign, with Kluson tuners and a bigby whamy,two single coils, way cool sixties sound! I cant find any info about this guitar

    2. Re: gambles guitars (coronado)
      Trevor

      : does anyone know any info about this guitar? It is a acoustic.

      I also have one of these guitars, but I don’t know anything about it, except that mine seems to hold it’s strings much tighter than other acoustic guitars.

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