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I was wandering what company made this inst. Breif history,has model No.319.12190100 and F-7 in the body
i was wondering if you could give me an estimate of a buck owens acoustic guitar[serial#8703 169]body style#f-70-nf?]
This popular thread has been given its own page : suzuki 12 string f-180
: Someone just gave me a Suzuki 12 string guitar. it has the serial numbers F-180.Is there anyone out there who can give me some info; such as year and maybe value?
Hi. I own one of these I purchased it in New Zealand 37 years ago. It is amazing. I will never part with it.
Back in June 1978, I was given a Suzuki 12 string guitar F-180 for my 18th birthday. I found the receipt for it, she paid $180 . I put that poor thing through hell, for most of the 80’s and 90’s and then finally in 1997 i put it down for a while. Blink of an eye later,,,20 years later I get the itch and pull it out. I Play way different now days, put her in OPEN D tuning and MY MIND IS COMPLETELY BLOWN AWAY!! It always was brighter than others in the room, but now in open tuning it feels perfect! This guitar means the world to me, I will never part with her. Thanks for reading. Peace.
I have a six string classical guitar that has been in our family for 30 years. It has a solid cedar top, rosewood sides, and back a lovely inlaid rossette and plays beautifully. The lable inside says Kiso Suzuki Violin Company. It is Model 70. In additional information would be welcome.
: I have a six string classical guitar that has been in our family for 30 years. It has a solid cedar top, rosewood sides, and back a lovely inlaid rossette and plays beautifully. The lable inside says Kiso Suzuki Violin Company. It is Model 70. In additional information would be welcome.
Just wondering if you ever got any info. on your model 70 suzuke guitar. I found one in an antique store and was wonderinf the value and if it is a good guitar? thanks
: Someone just gave me a Suzuki 12 string guitar. it has the serial numbers F-180.Is there anyone out there who can give me some info; such as year and maybe value?
Great to hear about other Suzuki guitar owners out there. I have a model W-30A 6 string that I bought in 1981. It has a violin finish and dreadnought body. Was my "battle axe" for over ten years and still plays and sounds awesome. In 1992 I purchased another Suzuki 6 string model W-35. It has a maple front, abalone inlays and a three piece back and is also a dread. I have owner several other guitars over the past twenty years but have always stuck with the Suzukis. I love the sound, the playability and the feel. Great guitars. I too am looking for information on the value, on replacement parts and whether or not the company is still in business so that I might buy a new one. I, too, have been unable to find any information on the net for these companies. I say "these" because my first one is a Suzuki 3S that was made by the Suzuki Violin Company (est.1887) and my next one was made by the Kiso Suzuki Violin Company Ltd. I found out during the 1980’s that the Kiso was manufactured by the grandson of the founder of the Suzuki Violin Co. Since then this is all the information that I have been able to gather. If you are interested in selling your 3S 12-string I am very interested in purchasing it. Please stay in touch.
Peace,
Chris
: Great to hear about other Suzuki guitar owners out there. I have a model W-30A 6 string that I bought in 1981. It has a violin finish and dreadnought body. Was my "battle axe" for over ten years and still plays and sounds awesome. In 1992 I purchased another Suzuki 6 string model W-35. It has a maple front, abalone inlays and a three piece back and is also a dread. I have owner several other guitars over the past twenty years but have always stuck with the Suzukis. I love the sound, the playability and the feel. Great guitars. I too am looking for information on the value, on replacement parts and whether or not the company is still in business so that I might buy a new one. I, too, have been unable to find any information on the net for these companies. I say "these" because my first one is a Suzuki 3S that was made by the Suzuki Violin Company (est.1887) and my next one was made by the Kiso Suzuki Violin Company Ltd. I found out during the 1980’s that the Kiso was manufactured by the grandson of the founder of the Suzuki Violin Co. Since then this is all the information that I have been able to gather. If you are interested in selling your 3S 12-string I am very interested in purchasing it. Please stay in touch.
: Peace,
: Chris
Hi Chris
I have a Suzuki 12 string WT-200 Model No# 91109.
I have searched everywhere for info on this guitar. To date, no luck. If you know of anywhere I can get info, please email me.
Peach
Jenda
I`m frome Germany and also very interestet in all Informations about The Suzuki Tree-S (6 strings). I got my Suzuki in December 1999 and are still very happy about finish und the excellent sound playing unplugd or using the powerfull Marshall AS50 amp.! Is it true, that the Three-S is a Martin D35 clone and are there any differences (sound?)between original and copy? Does anybody know something the years of produktion and the numbers of pieces? I woud be happy about any further informations about this marvellous guitar!
Thanks
Joachim
ok i hav a suzuki guitar and i bought it 2nd hand for about 65 bucks.it has F-180 nad all tht witha reinforced neck and stuff but its a 6 string and it freaked me out… can somone help me pleeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaasssseee
Thanx Sankha
I , also was wondering about the value and also to purchase spare parts. It plays beautifully and is quite resillient to boot. ( Takes a lick’in and keeps on pick’in ). I looked on the net for a site for The Suzuki Violin Co. LTD but was unsuccessful. Please E-mail me if you find out anything. Thanks
: I , also was wondering about the value and also to purchase spare parts. It plays beautifully and is quite resillient to boot. ( Takes a lick’in and keeps on pick’in ). I looked on the net for a site for The Suzuki Violin Co. LTD but was unsuccessful. Please E-mail me if you find out anything. Thanks
Hi,
I too have a 12 string suzuki. its a SF312 and plays great. its my first guitar and not likely to part with it but would like to know what the value is.
I haven’t found any web sites to help. If you find any info please forward the address to me.
thanks.
Mike
: Someone just gave me a Suzuki 12 string guitar. it has the serial numbers F-180.Is there anyone out there who can give me some info; such as year and maybe value?
I recently puchased an F-180 for $45 AUS. I took it to Merve & James Cargill, renouned guitar craftsman, and spent $150 AUS getting it straitened out. James estimated that is was worth about $500 AUS. More if in very good condition. Mine is is a little bowed at the body because it was left strung in a workshop for about eight years.
I was given a Suzuki Three-S made by Suzuki Violin Company that says F-200 on the inside. Like others who have written, I ahve no idea of the value or age of the guitar, but it is beautifully made and sounds wonderful. The volume of this guitar is extraordinary. Would appreciate any info anyone has about these guitars.
Someone just gave me a Suzuki 12 string guitar. it has the serial numbers F-180.Is there anyone out there who can give me some info; such as year and maybe value?
I recently repaired one–needed tuners and some work on the neck. The guitar is laminated (this one in the 70’s?) but back then laminates were often favored because they are more resistant to problems with atmospheric change (that is humidity/dry air).
I was blown away by the sound the instrument produced…tones were solid and the volume was amazing.
Yes the six string version is exactly a visual match to the D-28 Martin.
I have seen some 12-strings; but I don’t know many who play these instruments today. So, I have no idea what they are worth.
Suzuki ended there guitar business — not exactly sure when — and stuck with their role as the largest maker of violins in the world.
I am looking a 12-string but can’t put a price on it. Any help is appreciated.
I have owned one since new 1971. I am going to have it restrung and set up soon.
Hi, I have just bought a secondhand Korean Fender Telecaster. Can any one tell me when these things were manufactured? Or any information about them.
Thanks
Simon
I bought a guitar at an antique store. The name on the inside of the guitar says "laredo" It was made in Indonesia. Are they a cheap made guitar? I can’t find any information on the laredo. Thanks. Bob
ditto
Can anyone tell me the value of this guitar?An Eko Ranger 6 from circa the late 60s/early 70s.
Many thanks
Does anyone know anything about these little guitars? Its made from a single slab of beautiful wood, has brass frets, humbuckers and thats about all I know. I wonder what one may be worth. It also has the original locking guitar strap and gig bag. Thank You, marty b……
I have one too, know anything more about it?
I have just aquired a 1967 EKO Ranger 12 string. Would anybody have an idea of a price?
: I have just aquired a 1967 EKO Ranger 12 string. Would anybody have an idea of a price?
I have just purchased an EKO Ranger for $273. It sounds great and has a pick-up fitted over the sound hole. I would like to find out if they came from the factory that way, or if the pick-up was installed after market.
: I have just aquired a 1967 EKO Ranger 12 string. Would anybody have an idea of a price?
I am looking at one to buy. The guy at the music store wants $500. He said he thinks they are selling it to cheap.
Brandoni Guitars in Wembley, north London, are offering "as new" Eko Ranger 12s for £245 (about $350). They bought up the old Eko stock from the factory when it closed. See http://www.brandoniguitars.co.uk.
: : I have just aquired a 1967 EKO Ranger 12 string. Would anybody have an idea of a price?
: I am looking at one to buy. The guy at the music store wants $500. He said he thinks they are selling it to cheap.
I am following one on ebay uk which is currently selling for£23.53, I think you can buy them quite cheaply.
I’ve seen reasonable ones go on E-Bay for about £145.00, others with problems for £50.00 odd. I’ve just bought a mint condition one for £299.00 from a private dealer.
I have just aquired a 1967 EKO Ranger 12 string. Would anybody have an idea of a price?
i alos just purchased an EKO ranger 12 (1967) im wondering about a quote of how much i would get if i sold it.
I recently acquired a Yamaha CG-160 acoustic guitar, cannot identify it as to value and age–can’t find a cg series listed anywhere. It is a Yamaha Nippon Gakki, which I assume indicates it was an older instrument. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks! Dale
Anyone know who makes this guitar it says Conrad looks like a les paul..any help would be appreciated…tia
I have just bought a Conrad copy of the hollow bodied es350 copy myself. a little research shows it is a japanese import, the Conrad name was trademarked to the american importers. All the looking i have done puts a pretty low value on it, 200 to 350 but the thing shounds good. And that is what i was after. I have considered ripping off the neck and finding an epiphone or Gibson neck for it, and swapping the pick ups for some humbuckers , but it do sound good, so, hmm, why mess with it. (i did have to tighten all the pots which are pretty small and i suspect not of very great quality) the head stock on mine is a pretty ugly shape, and it has all this weird reddish laminated plastic throughout, but it still sounds good, heheh,
The Conrad trademark was a brand name used by U.S. importers David Wexler and Company of Chicago, Illinois. The Conrad product line consisted of 6- and 12-string acoustic guitars, thinline hollowbody electrics, solid body electric guitars and basses, mandolins, and banjos. Conrad instruments were produced by Kasuga International (Kasuga and Tokai USA, Inc.), and featured good quality designs specifically based on popular American designs.
(Source: Michael Wright, Guitar Stories Volume One)
I’m trying to find out how old my guitar is,, I got it from my dad a few yrs ago,,,the It is a small Lyle F500.
: I’m trying to find out how old my guitar is,, I got it from my dad a few yrs ago,,,the It is a small Lyle F500.
Lyle was sold by the old Chigaco Musical Inst Co. in the late 60’s…Best years of sales were 1969….
I recently bought a second hand 12 string guitar, it’s a fine example of good workmanship, it’s made by K and that’s all I know, it has crushed pearl insets, my question is, "is K any good, I think it is because of this lovely guitar, I would just like to know if it was a good buy as I can’t seem to find anything to do with K on the net".
Hello, and thanks for your interesting pages. A good friend just bought a nice playing guitar, a large light colored, dark backed "flat top", guitar, and is curious as to who "Jantz" is. That name is at the tuning end – looks like their "Logo", where you would find, "Martin", or "Gibson", on other guitars. Can you help me find some info on such a company ?
Thanks very much. Dick Turner, at: [email protected]
Does anyone have any information on a Japanese guitar brand: ‘Sakuro?’ Not sure if I’m spelling it right. Thanks.
: Does anyone have any information on a Japanese guitar brand: ‘Sakuro?’ Not sure if I’m spelling it right. Thanks.
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I belief I own one, as all that is left on the label is KU, like in the middle. And the serial number is there.
Did you get any info as to where to look?
Sincerely yours,
Rudy,
I was interested in buying a 1918 Gibson army/navy guitar that appears to be in excellent condition but I don’t know much about the model. If someone has some facts or knows where I can find them I would appreciate that.
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hello can you send me a pic of the bass and do you know what the basses are worth in to days market
thanks jeramy
Hyak Guitars was formed by two engineers, one chemical, one electronic, from the Seattle / bellevue area of Washington. Production each unit was handmade, even the pickups (my college girl friend wound pickups for them). One of the founders was Harry Mathewson. I can’t remember the other. As you said, the bodies were laminated solids, with the "black pickup, natural laminated body" look. As far as I remember, this style was originated by Hyak, not Alembic.I haven’t seen one in years.Hope this helps.
: According to my sources; HYAK was formed by a former employee of ALembic in the late 70’s. The company lasted about a year making some 100+ basses and guitars. The basses were influenced by Alembic with mult-laminated necks and bodies, active electronics. Has anyone heard of them? If yes, do you know anyone who has a bass for sale?
According to my sources; HYAK was formed by a former employee of ALembic in the late 70’s. The company lasted about a year making some 100+ basses and guitars. The basses were influenced by Alembic with mult-laminated necks and bodies, active electronics. Has anyone heard of them? If yes, do you know anyone who has a bass for sale?
Hello, I am looking for more information on Hyak guitars. About 8 years ago my best friend a lawyer, passed away
and I was given a Hyak bass guitar. At that time my research led me to Alembic. I went there and toured their facility
and was told that the guitar was made by a former employee Brian Smith. My understanding is that their was about
100 made and that mine was in excellent shape. My friend’s wife gave me the guitar, their son is now going to college
and I am trying to find out the guitars worth. I was given an approximate value then and I’m sure that value has changed
and it’s now time to sell. I want to give the proceed’s to their son’s college education. So, with that said, can you help
me with where do I go to sell this guitar and find the value. Any info would be appreciated. Thank you, Bobby
Yes, I have a Hyak bass and want to sell it.
Dear Sir,
do you still want to sell your hyak?
I’m considering taking up the dobro. Can anyone suggest a decent entry-level brand/model? What about self-teaching resources? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
God bless.
: I’ve been playing slide for over 30 years and just purchased a Fender Resophonic and love it I’m going to do about 150.00 dollars worth of changes and it should suffice most semi-pro slide players and most pro’s. If you’d like some help just e-mail me.
I see that others have questions about them, too, so I thought I would pile on. I just inherited an EKO model E85 (the label inside the body has that stamped on it) that is at least 20 years old, and it is in decent condition. It sounds nice enough, but the cosmetics are lacking. It originally had two pickguards, but both are missing. Any idea how I can replace them? I’m not too hopeful. Also, anyone ever heard of this model and have more information as to how to have it appraised?
Thanks very much, and God bless.
: I see that others have questions about them, too, so I thought I would pile on. I just inherited an EKO model E85 (the label inside the body has that stamped on it) that is at least 20 years old, and it is in decent condition. It sounds nice enough, but the cosmetics are lacking. It originally had two pickguards, but both are missing. Any idea how I can replace them? I’m not too hopeful. Also, anyone ever heard of this model and have more information as to how to have it appraised?
: Thanks very much, and God bless.
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i have this model of eko model e 85 acoustic too. i would like to know about information of this. Anyone knows about this, please mail me , thanks so much, god bless you
woody
m, too, so I thought I would pilinherited an <b style="color:black;background-color:#A0FFFF">EKO</b> <b style="color:black;background-color:#99ff99">model</b> <b style="color:black;background-color:#ff9999">E85 (</b>the label inside the body has that stamped on it) that is at least 20 years old, and it is in decent condition. It sounds nice enough, but the cosmetics are lacking. It originally had two pickguards, but both are missing. Any idea how I can replace them? I’m not too hopeful. Also, anyone ever heard of this <b style="color:black;background-color:#99ff99">model</b> and have more information as to how to have it appraised?
: : Thanks very much, and God bless.
This popular thread has been given its own page : Re: EKO acoustic model e85
look for Eko new homepage
http://www.esound.biz/eko/pages/dove.php
: i have this model of eko model e 85 acoustic too. i would like to know about information of this. Anyone knows about this, please mail me , thanks so much, god bless you
: woody
ok, guys. Eko was an Italian musical farm that worked in the years 1960-1985. E 85 is a model of the years 1980-1983. I have one & she is my guitar since I was a baby, & I like to play it since 1981, more or less. The Eko is now closed, no way to get the pickguards. But go on playing it, guys. See u.
PS. I found on the net an old Eko catalogue were u can see the E 85. If u are intrested contact me & I will send it to you.
: m, too, so I thought I would pilinherited an <b style="color:black;background-color:#A0FFFF">EKO</b> <b style="color:black;background-color:#99ff99">model</b> <b style="color:black;background-color:#ff9999">E85 (</b>the label inside the body has that stamped on it) that is at least 20 years old, and it is in decent condition. It sounds nice enough, but the cosmetics are lacking. It originally had two pickguards, but both are missing. Any idea how I can replace them? I’m not too hopeful. Also, anyone ever heard of this <b style="color:black;background-color:#99ff99">model</b> and have more information as to how to have it appraised?
: : : Thanks very much, and God bless.
Hi folks.
I have a spectacular 1980 E85 that I bought new. Hated the double pickguards so I carefully removed and stored them. They are the original matched set in perfect condition. I’m open to offers if someone needs them and they wouldn’t cost much to ship anywhere in the world.
I said mine is spectacular because of the work I’ve done on it over the years and having done now. Years ago I had the neck reset and at the same time had it thinned and V’d, similar to what you can order for a Martin guitar. I’ve replaced the nut with a nice unbleached one and last year replaced the tuners with new gold plated Grover Imperials which look fantastic on this large size headstock. I’m having the bridge removed, filled in and a new wide unbleached bone bridge installed with the correct intonation carved into it. The original plastic pins are also being replaced with new unbleached bone ones, with the black dot in the centre. This new setup is to make the bridge optimal for installation of the LR Baggs Anthem pickup/microphone combo system. I string this with D’Addario Flat Top Extra-lights and with this guitar’s low action and wider, thinned and V’d neck, is a fingerpicker’s dream set up. I’m going to be playing it through a beautiful Ultrasound AG 100DS2, a rather incredible acoustic amplifier I’ve been using for my ’95 Ovation Folklore.
Years back I took this Eko to the Chet Atkins Appreciation Society convention in Nashville and every pro player I had play it said it had the best feel and action of any guitar they’d seen. Several of them borrowed it to conduct on-stage workshops as well as for performances. It was quite a hit!
I hope someone can use these pickguards and perhaps my story of modifications I’ve had done to my guitar will inspire another player to do this for their E85, as they’re worth the trouble.
Cheers,
Dave….from Canada
Hi Dave,
I have just inherited an Eko E85 from my late Uncle, it plays a treat and looks great, bar the missing Double Pick Guards.
I would love to see photos of what you have done to your Eko E85 (and the pickguards too).
The machine heads on mine will definitely be the next replacement and the pins too.
I would definitely be interested in buying your unwanted ones. I live in Ireland, if you want to email me directly, we can get the ball rolling.
[email protected]
Look forward to hearing from you.
Craig
I own an Eko E85 accoustic guitar in very good condition and would like to sell it. Unfortunately, I have no idea about it”s value. I was told by one dealer about £250 and another dealer told me it was a limited edition, hence all the mother of pearl and gold plating, not many around and worth between £1200 to £2000 depending on condition. I remember paying about £109 in the early 80″s which was quite a lot of money then. Can you help?
My dad has an Eko and I am always playing it. (probably more than him) I can’t really tell what type because the stamp is wearing away it looks like a: E 20. Please Reply
At least 30 years old
: My dad has an Eko and I am always playing it. (probably more than him) It is an EKO E.20 thirty year old what is it’s value in pounds?
Thanks
I have a "strat" copy, made by Vantage in the late 70’s or early 80’s. It was made with a one piece neck through the body with all brass hardware. The saddles are starting to wear out (no kidding!) and I would like to replace them with the original equipment if possible. Anybody have any ideas? I haven’t had much luck getting any answers so far. Thanks in advance.
i have one pots and switch need work and paint in fais condition pickups works perfectly but wanted to know if any buyers
I own a black and white vantage guitar………no idea what year, what model, original price. I bought it cheap off a friend who wanted to get rid of it. His uncle gave it to him. The strange thing about it is that someone signed it in gold permanent ink, an i can’t tell what the name is. I doubt it’s worth anything but there is that slight chance. Really, this thing is a piece of junk, the pickups and plug are falling apart and its nicked up a little. It sounds terrible. I don’t know what I’ve got on my hands an just hoping anyone can give me any info about where to get more info on vantages…. -Jordan
This popular thread has been given its own page : Re: Vantage Guitars – are they no longer making guitars?
hi i have a question you might be able to answere, you see about three years ago i baught one of you Vantage Bass Guitars, and not long after i baught it i noticed a number printed on the back of the head of the guitar, it is: 012051, i have no idea what it means, it just made me wonder, could you tell me what that number means if you can that would be great, it’s a bass guitar, solid wooden body and neck, neck goes all the way through the body, four pick-ups, 6 switches, all in all it is the best guitar i have in the house. thanks
hi there fellow guitarists…i own a faded black and orange vantage guitar..it seems like it sounds great but when you play it some distractions come unto you..the sound suddenly dissapear when you hit the metal thing on the center of it..im so stupid that i bought this guitar..hehe
I also own a Vantage electric guitar… The only number on the whole thing is it’s serial number – except that on mine it’s on the metal plate backing where the neck joins the head.
: I am an owner of a Vantage guitar since 6 years ago.
: I am very satisfacied with my instrument is really great.
: Vantage is the best guitar in the world.
I own one its a vs-25s acoustic im trying to find the original price
: : I am an owner of a Vantage guitar since 6 years ago.
: : I am very satisfacied with my instrument is really great.
: : Vantage is the best guitar in the world.
: I own one its a vs-25s acoustic im trying to find the original price
–> samick manufactures vantage guitars these days. they have a factory in indonesia.
http://www.samickpiano.com/samick998/englishhtml/english.htm
or
http://www.samick.co.kr
: : I am an owner of a Vantage guitar since 6 years ago.
: : I am very satisfacied with my instrument is really great.
: : Vantage is the best guitar in the world.
: I own one its a vs-25s acoustic im trying to find the original price
–> samick manufactures vantage guitars these days. they have a factory in indonesia.
http://www.samickpiano.com/samick998/englishhtml/english.htm
or
http://www.samick.co.kr
: : I am an owner of a Vantage guitar since 6 years ago.
: : I am very satisfacied with my instrument is really great.
: : Vantage is the best guitar in the world.
: I own one its a vs-25s acoustic im trying to find the original price
–> samick manufactures vantage guitars these days. they have a factory in indonesia.
http://www.samickpiano.com/samick998/englishhtml/english.htm
or
http://www.samick.co.kr
I am an owner of a Vantage guitar since 6 years ago.
I am very satisfacied with my instrument is really great.
Vantage is the best guitar in the world.
I bought a Vantage model VA28 , made in Japan with hardshell case back in the mid 80’s.The last time I played it was around 20 years ago, then I put it in storage. I took it out to-day, put new strings on it and was pleasantly surprised at the tone, and how easy the neck was to play on.
I think I payed around $200 – 250 for it. I was going to sell it but I am reconsidering depending on it’s value. Does anyone know how to price it.
HI THERE! I’VE GOT ONE VANTAGE GUITAR AND IT SEEMS IT HAS A PROBLEM: WHENEVER I’M NOT TOUCHING ITS METAL PARTS( STRINGS, TREMOLLO, KEYS A.S.O.) IT MAKES A BROOM SOUND.WHEN I TOUCH THE STRINGS OR THE TREMOLLO THE BROOM IS NO LONGER THERE. I TRIED TO OPEN THE GUITAR TO SEE IF THE CABLES INSIDE IT ARE ALRIGHT AND THEY ARE. WHAT IS THERE TO BE DONE. HELP ME OUT HERE… THANKS!
The problem is either in the jack(as stated in another reply) or, your amp or part of the speaker set up for it (if you dont have a combined amp) has a bad ground connection. Try the guitar in another amp.
sounds like you have a bad ground somewhere. most grounds go to the vol. pot. check what metal parts stop the noise when touched. its probably a bad ground on the jack or switch. if the strings also stop the noise when touched, then the bridge needs to be grounded. its actualy simple to fix.
about that ground thing.. my guitar does the oppisite. the guitar isnt noisy UNTILL i touch the strings. what does that mean?
: I have a "strat" copy, made by Vantage in the late 70’s or early 80’s. It was made with a one piece neck through the body with all brass hardware. The saddles are starting to wear out (no kidding!) and I would like to replace them with the original equipment if possible. Anybody have any ideas? I haven’t had much luck getting any answers so far. Thanks in advance.
Vantage guitars are made by Samick now. Vantage is a division of Samick.
In the middle sixties I had an 1/2 aukustic red electric guitar with the name Zero Sette. It was like a Gibson Es 330-335. It didnt cost much and i think ist was made in Italy. I have searched everywere to find one again for nostalgic reasons. have anyone heard or no if there is some information about it or better has someone to sell to me, I´ll be glad.
Hi there, I´ve got a red Zero Sette that you wrote about.
I found it at a second hand market in stockholm, and it costed me 400 swedish kronor.
The tailpice and pickguard is missing, and the microfones aren´t so good either. I´m not planning on selling this one,
but if you give me an offer I can´t refuse….
This popular thread has been given its own page : Re: Zero Sette Guitar
hey
my dad has a zero sette guitar that he bought in italy in the late sixties or so. It is a red hollow body like a gibson. I was wondering what this guitar would be worth today, if anyone can help me i would really appreciate it,
thanks
I have one too, but have no idea what they’re worth.
My advice to you is to not even bother contacting Fetish Guitar.
I’ve emailed them several times, Bastards never replied.
My two cents. Good luck.
hey man, i work in a music store and we do have a Zero Sette guitar, Zero Sette is a huge Accordian name Which means: Sette means seven right? seven accordian companies in italy came together to make accordians, but they had a few guitars, we have one likea Les Paul, 2 humbuckers, Bigsby style trem, 5 Knobs,e mail me back if you have any questions, Darren [email protected]
In the middle sixties I had an 1/2 aukustic red electric guitar with the name Zero Sette. It was like a Gibson Es 330-335. It didnt cost much and i think ist was made in Italy. I have searched everywere to find one again for nostalgic reasons. have anyone heard or no if there is some information about it or better has someone to sell to me, I´ll be glad.
Built in the shape of an 18 note. Very unique guitar stand.You can see them at http://www.8note.com
Mountain Guitars were a japaneese copy of a Martin .Does any one know if they are still made?
Let me know if you have found one. I saw one on ebay the other night and missed it. I want a parlor style Mountain. Do you know if they make them.
: Mountain Guitars were a japaneese copy of a Martin .Does any one know if they are still made?If anyone does please e mail me.
I require some information cocerning a particular Tanglewood guitar:NAT 28 DLX;price,performance etc.
Tanglewood 1000 Earth: I require some information cocerning a particular Tanglewood guitar:NAT 28 DLX;price,performance etc.
Where can I buy 4 new pick-up adjustment screws for a T’wood Les Paul copy. The one screw I have appears to have an American thread.
I need some information on the "Tanglewood Rebel 4K Bass Guitar". What is the range of colours they come in and how good is the quality of the pick ups etc.
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: I need some information on the "Tanglewood Rebel 4K Bass Guitar". What is the range of colours they come in and how good is the quality of the pick ups etc.
Im no expert, but i came across this site while looking at tanglewoods myself. I dont know if this helps you, but the finishes avaliable to the rebel 4k are:black, red and blue. these are what they call ‘see thru’ finishes, basically u see the wood grain through the coloured finish. About the pickups, all i know is its a jazz/p-bass config. this includes a jazz style bridge pickup, and a split p-bass setup. Dunno about the quality, but i have this config on my bass, and you can get a wide variety of styles and tones out of it. I know its not much but i hope it helps. Happy bass playing!
My father has an electric EKO guitar, that is at least 50 years old and sounds great!! It has a marking on the neck that says"Made in Italy" It is a shimmery silver color with a few buttons with numbers and a volume control knob and one other knob. I wonder if any one would have an idea of what it is worth? Although I could never imagine him parting with it… thanks
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: My father has an electric EKO guitar, that is at least 50 years old and sounds great!! It has a marking on the neck that says"Made in Italy" It is a shimmery silver color with a few buttons with numbers and a volume control knob and one other knob. I wonder if any one would have an idea of what it is worth? Although I could never imagine him parting with it… thanks
Eko’s were made in Italy in the 60’s. Your fathers’ guitar is definitely not 50 years old, for several reasons. One being that the first electric guitars were just beginning to be produced about fifty years ago by Fender. Second, Eko’s just aren’t that old. I’ve heard that there are some Eko collectors, but I don’t know where any of them are. I wish that I did, I have an Eko 12-string acoustic that has what is apparently a factory-fitted pickup in the soundhole. At any rate, Eko aren’t worth a fortune or anything, so don’t get too excited. Hope that this helps.
Can anyone out there help mw? I am looking for the manufacturer of Signature Guitars. They are made in the East and sold by Ed Roman guitars in the USA. Thanks
Signature guitars are made by sammick and one of the best values around.
I rescued a guitar from an old attic a few years ago. I have no idea if it’s worth anything or not. It’s a Crown Professional from Pasadena, California. I don’t know the year and I can’t find any serial number. Is it a piece of junk? Please email me if you have any info about it. email: [email protected] thanks
: I rescued a guitar from an old attic a few years ago. I have no idea if it’s worth anything or not. It’s a Crown Professional from Pasadena, California. I don’t know the year and I can’t find any serial number. Is it a piece of junk? Please email me if you have any info about it. email: [email protected] thanks
: : I rescued a guitar from an old attic a few years ago. I have no idea if it’s worth anything or not. It’s a Crown Professional from Pasadena, California. I don’t know the year and I can’t find any serial number. Is it a piece of junk? Please email me if you have any info about it. email: [email protected] thanks
I have a Crown Professional too. It was made in Japan. I have no idea what it is worth. The sound quality appears to be good…not great but good. I would also like some info on this guitar.
Has anyone ever heard of this company? I have a feeling that Sedona may be part of Sebring, but I am not sure. I just acquired this acoustic 12-string and the thing sounds pretty good, but I need to get some part info. If anyone can help, I would greatly appreciate it.
I just saw this number that might help. Sebring/Sedona – 714-572-1492
I also have a 12 String Sedona I picked up around 8-9 years ago and can’t track down others/ selling prices.
Did you get yours from a private party or store?
: Has anyone ever heard of this company? I have a feeling that Sedona may be part of Sebring, but I am not sure. I just acquired this acoustic 12-string and the thing sounds pretty good, but I need to get some part info. If anyone can help, I would greatly appreciate it.
: I just saw this number that might help. Sebring/Sedona – 714-572-1492
: I also have a 12 String Sedona I picked up around 8-9 years ago and can’t track down others/ selling prices.
: Did you get yours from a private party or store?
:
: : Has anyone ever heard of this company? I have a feeling that Sedona may be part of Sebring, but I am not sure. I just acquired this acoustic 12-string and the thing sounds pretty good, but I need to get some part info. If anyone can help, I would greatly appreciate it.
:i have a sedona SD-442 12 string acoustic. i’ve had it for about four years. it sounds awesome. i got it from a friend but i have no idea where he got it. i believe sedona is made by V.M.I>
: Has anyone ever heard of this company? I have a feeling that Sedona may be part of Sebring, but I am not sure. I just acquired this acoustic 12-string and the thing sounds pretty good, but I need to get some part info. If anyone can help, I would greatly appreciate it.
: : Has anyone ever heard of this company? I have a feeling that Sedona may be part of Sebring, but I am not sure. I just acquired this acoustic 12-string and the thing sounds pretty good, but I need to get some part info. If anyone can help, I would greatly appreciate it.
I have also bought a 12 string Sedona Guitar, mine is a bit sad and in need of some care. Likewise I should like to know its origin. So if anyone knows please let me know.
i need a price so i know how much to sell it for
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:hey 3 years later…well here i am i still know nothing, but the serial number is BRG- 884T/C, i really apreciate any info!!
thanks, Billie
Hi Billie,
I don’t know much about the value but, I owned one of these befor it was wronfully taken from me about 8 years ago. I absolutely loved this guitar and would entertain buying it from you. Are you intrested in selling?
Bille, I worked there from day one to the end, so I know pretty much everything about every Barrington made.
Give me details (nuber of pickups, model number on truss rod cover), etc.
: Bille, I worked there from day one to the end, so I know pretty much everything about every Barrington made.
: Give me details (nuber of pickups, model number on truss rod cover), etc.
Hi, I have a Barrington slim body electric guitar with the Number BGW-800 on the truss rod cover. It has a piezo pickup and nylon strings. Can you tell me anything about this guitar?
Thanks,
Mark Bettini
: : Bille, I worked there from day one to the end, so I know pretty much everything about every Barrington made.
: : Give me details (nuber of pickups, model number on truss rod cover), etc.
: Hi, I have a Barrington slim body electric guitar with the Number BGW-800 on the truss rod cover. It has a piezo pickup and nylon strings. Can you tell me anything about this guitar?
: Thanks,
: Mark Bettini
Hi, I have a very nice blond Barrington electric hollow body with BGW-400 as the model number on the truss rod. Any information about the guitar or the company?
Hi, I have a classical guitar with no label in it. The serial number stamped inside underneath the neck is 711011 90 and stamped underneath the serial number is TC-10… Does anyone know what company made this instrument? It also has two ebony reinforcing stripes in the neck.. Thanks for your response.
I was given a cortez Spanish guitar and was wondering if it is any good. anyone out there know? it’s made by Barnes and Mullins and the serial number is 1445
I own a 89 platinum Warlock finshed with a pink,black and white snakeskin finish, does anyone know if this is a rarer paint job or just the norm.
It is the only one i can find any sign of in england, it came straight from the warehouse they were being imported to as damaged stock when the company closed down.
Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
I got two maya basses..
One telebass copy and a rickenbaker copy
They rules..
They do their job, but no versatile..
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: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
i picked up a maya grabber bass for 300$ canadian at a pawn shop in 1997. i got a friend with a gibson and you can hardly tell the difference. tough bass too….i smashed it several times on stage and it will not quit! it looks just like mike dirnts from green day. i never heard of maya before but i love the bass. it sounds great and it’s really reliable!!! i also got a gibson ’91 thunderbird like nikki sixx in tobacco sunburst and a gibson ’62 eb-o (sg style) refinished in black!!! check out http://www.thecapones.com for pics.
I own a Maya bass. It´s a Fender Jazz bass copy in really good quality. The bass sounds so good, I love it. It was made in Japan.
I just saw a Maya Bass ( Jazz Bass) copy in a shop for 180 CHF ( about 120$) buy?
I own an acoustic Maya…but is says here it’s Korean…I too am looking for some info…
"We made this guitar for people who love guitar music"
: I bought a Black Maya Les Paul copy off ebay. It has "Les Paul Custom" on the truss rod cover, but i doubt that it is the original cover. The Machine heads have been replaced and is as beat up as, i probably payed to much as it needs a fret file ($230 AU), but this thing sounds unbelievable. In fact i have not pluged it into my jcm 800 yet (due to my jcm 800 needing a new input socket) and have just played it through a small crappy $50 amp and i already know it is a better sound than any of my other guitars! It has got the tone!
The guy that i bought it off seem to think that it was out of the ibanez factory, but i don’t know as there is bugger all information on it. The only thing disapointing about this guitar is most of the fretboard inlays are not quite square with the frets, but the bindings are perfect. I will keep looking for more info and will post any that i find. Sim.
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
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: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
I found a Maya guitar at a pawn shop. I gave 10 $ in guarantee it’ll be mine when I’ll give 55 $ more. Within 2 days, it will be mine. When I’ll have it, I will take a picture and show it to you on the net. Good luck to find one, buddy.
Lestat Rice.
J’ai trouvé une guitare Maya chez un prêteur sur gages. Je lui ai donné 10 $ pour qu’il me la garde et dès que je lui aurai donné 55 autres dollars, elle sera à moi. Dès que je l’aurai, dans 2 jours, j’en prendrai une photo et la mettrai sur le net. Bonne chance dans ta recherche.
Lestat Rice.
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: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
i have a black maya guitar, its really rare and its my old mans, now i use it and its great..
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: I have got one, it´s a wine red (les Paul)
it is great and i´ve tried to find something about in on the web but can´t fing anything.
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Hi
I bought an El Maya EM 1500 Guitar in 1975 from a shop in Bristol UK and I have to say its been the best guitar i have ever owned used, I am a professional singer guitar player playing for over 40 years and i still use it every day its been gigged all over Europe although looking a bit tired now it plays and sounds like the day i bought it
The guitar has active electronics that must have been new technology in those days it gives you all the tone variation you could want it sounds superb.
I have retired the guitar many times in 35 years changing to Fender,Gibson and many others I own a Fender Strat and a Telecaster but nothing that i have played can touch the EL Maya , my big fear is that the electronics will fail one day and the parts may not be available but the chances are Ill be dead before that.
If there are other El Maya fans out there please contact me.
Thanks Keith.
Hi Keith, I have an El Maya through neck strat, bought it second hand in the 90’s. It isn’t fitted with a scratch plate and has three micro switches as opposed to the normal strat 5 way switch. It’s a hard tail model, all hardware is brass including the nut. The finish is absolutely beautiful as is the wood. The pups can be selected out of phase through the micro switching.
The guitar hasn’t been used much by me, and I don’t think the last owner did either. There is barley any wear of the frets or fretboard.
I’m in my late sixties and content myself playing my acoustic or battered telecaster, so if you know anyone interested in this gorgeous El Maya, please drop me a line.
Kind regards
David
Hi Keith,
I live in France,I recently acquired an EL-MAYA EM-1200, and I must say it has raised great expectations: as is, the sustain is unbelievable, even with 15 year-old strings. I re-strung the guitar with what I had just at hand, I put a set of strings that are obviously to light for what this wonderfull player can take (9-42). I guess I’d better go with a set of 10s.
I’ve owned a number of medium to high end guitars over the past 30 years, and I’ve recently developped a special taste for Gretsch guitars. But I must say that this one is the most pleasant neck I’ve ever put my hands on. It is just incredible.
Concerning the sound, the original DImarzio copies had been replaced by the previous owner. So I did the soldering job to have it as close as possible to the original. The pots are extremely reactive, I mean you get get a large range of sounds just with a slight tweak. Yet I feel these humbuckers do not do justice to the overall quality of the guitar, they lack definition. I am mostly a clean sound player now (I play mostly jazz, funk, rockabilly).
Right now, I ‘m considering a pickup replacement because I’d like to make it my main solid-body.
I had an old LP a few years ago, and the El maya compares well with it. The neck shape is even more pleasant.
I was happy to read your post and to see I’m not the only one in the world to rave about this rare guitar make.
Cheers
Cyrille D
Hi Keith
Would you be the Keith Meredith who played guitar with ‘Kiasma’ back in the 1970s??
Regards
Terry Beecham
Greetings from Finland!
I have a black/cream coloured El Maya EM-1000, it’s one of the best guitars I’ve ever tried. I paid 500 FIM (about 85 USD) for it. That’s been a great surprise for many people, they have thought my guitar would been cost at least six, even ten times more. Just because it’s very good and easy to play… I’ve tried a 1500 USD Modulus (I was told it’s real state of the art -guitar) but found my El Maya much better.
EM-1000 has cutaways in both sides of the neck-body joint (bolt-on neck with rosewood fingerboard and pearl dot inlays) and also a cutaway in the end of body. Bridge is Fender-style fixed bridge with brass bits, strings go through the body. Two pick-ups are both original, humbuckers without metal shields. Sound is just great, much of bottom but bright and airy with enough output to get distortion more than I will ever need. Real multi-purpose guitar, I’ll always find a right sound for all styles I play.
Shape of the body makes EM-1000 perfect to play when I sit, but it’s also balanced correctly for stand-up playing.
But nothing’s perfect. Neck is not properly assembled, it’s about 1/8 inches too close to the bridge! Some worker of the Kobe factory been celebrating too much during the weekend? Just joking… Frame of the neck pick-up is bent and I had to cut the spring of 6th bridge bit to make enough room for setting up intonation. Not so big troubles, I still love my El Maya.
And something almost off-topic. The only band I’ve seen to play with El Maya is Finnish girl rock group called "Thee Ultra Bimboos" (I think it’s only famous in the Europe). Their guitarist have an instrument similar to mine (might be EM-1200, I’m not sure) and even their bassist have El Maya. Almost same body shape and look as EM-1000 has, but only four strings tuned octave down…
-Sami
HOLA,VIVO EN MEXICO CITY,Y QUIERO CONTARLES QUE CONSEGUI UNA GUITARRA EL MAYA EM-1000,Y QUIERO DECIRLES QUE ESTA GUITARRA NO LE PIDE ABSOLUTAMENTE NADA A NINGUNA GUITARRA DE MARCA MAS COSTOSA,Y ESTO LO DIGO EN BASE A QUE TENGO UNA GIBSON SG PRO DEL 71,UNA FENDER STRATOCASTER DEL 72 Y OTRAS GUITARRAS DE COSTO ELEVADO Y CREANME QUE ESTA GUITARRA EL MAYA SE A CONVERTIDO EN MI FAVORITA,YA QUE TIENE TODO LO QUE ME GUSTA DE UNA GUITARRA , EXCELENTE SONIDO,BUENA CONSTRUCCION Y UNA MANERA FACIL PARA TOCARLA.
ESAS GUITARRAS LAS VI EN APARADOR A PRINCIPIOS DE LOS 80´S Y ERAN UNAS GUITARRAS REALITIVAMENTE BARATAS,PERO NUNCA COMPRE UNA,HASTA HACE UNOS MESES QUE ENCONTRE UNA EN UNA CASA DE EMPEÑO LA COMPRE Y LA RESTAURE Y CUAL FUE MI SORPRESA QUE ES UN GUITARRA CON LA CUAL ME ACOMODE MUY BIEN.
MUUUUUUYYYYY BUENA GUITARRA.
I have a MAYA FRETLESS BASS GUITAR. I would like to find out what year it is and a rough idea of it’s value as I would like to sell it. It is a brilliant guitar and I’m reluctant to part with it, but sadly I must.
If there’s anyone out there interested in buying it (I’m in the United Kingdom, South Wales).
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: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: I’ve got a Maya accoustic that I bought from a friend almost 20 years ago when he was strapped for cash. I don’t know much about guitars and my dog plays better than I do, but in my opinion, the Maya is by far the best accoustic I ever played – great tone, great action – I love it.
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: I have a maya.
Strat style. And the best part is I got it for free.
peace.
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
I have a DIA Japanesse Guitar, and I think it’s a Maya one.
How can I know?
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: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
Well, I bought a 3/4 size Maya Flying V for my son about 25 years ago! It has a single humbucker, one volume pot, no tone controls and it looks, plays and sounds great! It cost about £100 GBP in the 1970s and came with a brown leather fitted gigbag. The guitar body is black with a white pickguard, it looks like a rosewood neck. My 6 year-old granddaughter started learning on it last week!
: : : I truly agree with you. I used to own an Hofner president but sold it..El Maya i think they are as good as PRS .
: : : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: These amazing guitars were made in Kobe,Japan from
: the 1970’s to 1990’s when the city was hit by an earthquake!
: The copies were Maya,the originals were called El Maya…
: I build guitars and have to say that if there was ever an
: instrument that came close to perfection…it would have to
: be an El Maya neckthrubody model with two cutaways (horns)
: and a middle frequency scoop (third cutaway at the butt end)
: and cool herringbone binding on the edges of a perfectly
: carved body.The neckthru section is a maple/rosewood/maple
: sandwich style construction with a dark BRAZILIAN rosewood
: fingerboard (bound lovely…gibson-over the fret style).
: I’ve seen these babies in black finish as well as natural,
: but they were bolt on neck type and had Floyd Rose bridges.
: It has been a long,long time since I saw any Mayas,though.
: The reason for my "perfection statement" is not at all
: based on love for these guitars…It is a professional
: opinion of someone who has been building guitars for a long time… I do not own any Mayas or ElMayas myself,but I had
: in the past.At the moment,I own around thirty guitars of
: all sorts and they are all hi end and vintage collector items that I play and make records and money with…
: I’m just trying to give you an idea of where I’m coming from when I say that the handmade El Maya is one of the best
: (if not the best) guitars I ever played.From a makers point
: of view,it has the best construction formula you’d want.
: Neck through the body for resonance and sustain.
: String through the body bridge for tight response.
: Angled headstock for proper tension.
: 25 1/2 scale lenght for good tension/intonation ratio.
: Good weight and balance relationship.
: I hope this was helpfull…
: Also,the Maya Strat copies are by far the best Stratocaster
: guitars you will ever find…
: If anyone has an El Maya for sale
: contact me…
: Long live PERFECTION!!!
Anyone out there know of Maya guitars i picked up a 1950-60’s style Maya electric. Gold, natural timber underside. Nothing wrong, all strung for $10 at a garage sale. Can anyone help me with some recognition, perhaps a picture or some info? I look at it and wonder, just how much of a bargain was it!
Air
: : : I truly agree with you. I used to own an Hofner president but sold it..El Maya i think they are as good as PRS .
: : : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: These amazing guitars were made in Kobe,Japan from
: the 1970’s to 1990’s when the city was hit by an earthquake!
: The copies were Maya,the originals were called El Maya…
: I build guitars and have to say that if there was ever an
: instrument that came close to perfection…it would have to
: be an El Maya neckthrubody model with two cutaways (horns)
: and a middle frequency scoop (third cutaway at the butt end)
: and cool herringbone binding on the edges of a perfectly
: carved body.The neckthru section is a maple/rosewood/maple
: sandwich style construction with a dark BRAZILIAN rosewood
: fingerboard (bound lovely…gibson-over the fret style).
: I’ve seen these babies in black finish as well as natural,
: but they were bolt on neck type and had Floyd Rose bridges.
: It has been a long,long time since I saw any Mayas,though.
: The reason for my "perfection statement" is not at all
: based on love for these guitars…It is a professional
: opinion of someone who has been building guitars for a long time… I do not own any Mayas or ElMayas myself,but I had
: in the past.At the moment,I own around thirty guitars of
: all sorts and they are all hi end and vintage collector items that I play and make records and money with…
: I’m just trying to give you an idea of where I’m coming from when I say that the handmade El Maya is one of the best
: (if not the best) guitars I ever played.From a makers point
: of view,it has the best construction formula you’d want.
: Neck through the body for resonance and sustain.
: String through the body bridge for tight response.
: Angled headstock for proper tension.
: 25 1/2 scale lenght for good tension/intonation ratio.
: Good weight and balance relationship.
: I hope this was helpfull…
: Also,the Maya Strat copies are by far the best Stratocaster
: guitars you will ever find…
: If anyone has an El Maya for sale
: contact me…
: Long live PERFECTION!!!
: : : I truly agree with you. I used to own an Hofner president but sold it..El Maya i think they are as good as PRS .
: : : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: These amazing guitars were made in Kobe,Japan from
: the 1970’s to 1990’s when the city was hit by an earthquake!
: The copies were Maya,the originals were called El Maya…
: I build guitars and have to say that if there was ever an
: instrument that came close to perfection…it would have to
: be an El Maya neckthrubody model with two cutaways (horns)
: and a middle frequency scoop (third cutaway at the butt end)
: and cool herringbone binding on the edges of a perfectly
: carved body.The neckthru section is a maple/rosewood/maple
: sandwich style construction with a dark BRAZILIAN rosewood
: fingerboard (bound lovely…gibson-over the fret style).
: I’ve seen these babies in black finish as well as natural,
: but they were bolt on neck type and had Floyd Rose bridges.
: It has been a long,long time since I saw any Mayas,though.
: The reason for my "perfection statement" is not at all
: based on love for these guitars…It is a professional
: opinion of someone who has been building guitars for a long time… I do not own any Mayas or ElMayas myself,but I had
: in the past.At the moment,I own around thirty guitars of
: all sorts and they are all hi end and vintage collector items that I play and make records and money with…
: I’m just trying to give you an idea of where I’m coming from when I say that the handmade El Maya is one of the best
: (if not the best) guitars I ever played.From a makers point
: of view,it has the best construction formula you’d want.
: Neck through the body for resonance and sustain.
: String through the body bridge for tight response.
: Angled headstock for proper tension.
: 25 1/2 scale lenght for good tension/intonation ratio.
: Good weight and balance relationship.
: I hope this was helpfull…
: Also,the Maya Strat copies are by far the best Stratocaster
: guitars you will ever find…
: If anyone has an El Maya for sale
: contact me…
: Long live PERFECTION!!!
: : :
: : : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: These amazing guitars were made in Kobe,Japan from
: the 1970’s to 1990’s when the city was hit by an earthquake!
: The copies were Maya,the originals were called El Maya…
: I build guitars and have to say that if there was ever an
: instrument that came close to perfection…it would have to
: be an El Maya neckthrubody model with two cutaways (horns)
: and a middle frequency scoop (third cutaway at the butt end)
: and cool herringbone binding on the edges of a perfectly
: carved body.The neckthru section is a maple/rosewood/maple
: sandwich style construction with a dark BRAZILIAN rosewood
: fingerboard (bound lovely…gibson-over the fret style).
: I’ve seen these babies in black finish as well as natural,
: but they were bolt on neck type and had Floyd Rose bridges.
: It has been a long,long time since I saw any Mayas,though.
: The reason for my "perfection statement" is not at all
: based on love for these guitars…It is a professional
: opinion of someone who has been building guitars for a long time… I do not own any Mayas or ElMayas myself,but I had
: in the past.At the moment,I own around thirty guitars of
: all sorts and they are all hi end and vintage collector items that I play and make records and money with…
: I’m just trying to give you an idea of where I’m coming from when I say that the handmade El Maya is one of the best
: (if not the best) guitars I ever played.From a makers point
: of view,it has the best construction formula you’d want.
: Neck through the body for resonance and sustain.
: String through the body bridge for tight response.
: Angled headstock for proper tension.
: 25 1/2 scale lenght for good tension/intonation ratio.
: Good weight and balance relationship.
: I hope this was helpfull…
: Also,the Maya Strat copies are by far the best Stratocaster
: guitars you will ever find…
: If anyone has an El Maya for sale
: contact me…
: Long live PERFECTION!!!
Hi Ricky
Not sure you are still online with regarding this enquiry from 7 years ago. If you are by all means contact me and I will give you as much information regarding the Maya Guitar company I have.
Best wishes Paul
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I have an El Maya stratocaster, which I am considering selling. Don’t know the model number or anything really about the guitar. a few minor scratches but for the age it is, I’d say it’s in pretty good condition for its age! i can email pics at request.
: : : :
: : : : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: : These amazing guitars were made in Kobe,Japan from
: : the 1970’s to 1990’s when the city was hit by an earthquake!
: : The copies were Maya,the originals were called El Maya…
: : I build guitars and have to say that if there was ever an
: : instrument that came close to perfection…it would have to
: : be an El Maya neckthrubody model with two cutaways (horns)
: : and a middle frequency scoop (third cutaway at the butt end)
: : and cool herringbone binding on the edges of a perfectly
: : carved body.The neckthru section is a maple/rosewood/maple
: : sandwich style construction with a dark BRAZILIAN rosewood
: : fingerboard (bound lovely…gibson-over the fret style).
: : I’ve seen these babies in black finish as well as natural,
: : but they were bolt on neck type and had Floyd Rose bridges.
: : It has been a long,long time since I saw any Mayas,though.
: : The reason for my "perfection statement" is not at all
: : based on love for these guitars…It is a professional
: : opinion of someone who has been building guitars for a long time… I do not own any Mayas or ElMayas myself,but I had
: : in the past.At the moment,I own around thirty guitars of
: : all sorts and they are all hi end and vintage collector items that I play and make records and money with…
: : I’m just trying to give you an idea of where I’m coming from when I say that the handmade El Maya is one of the best
: : (if not the best) guitars I ever played.From a makers point
: : of view,it has the best construction formula you’d want.
: : Neck through the body for resonance and sustain.
: : String through the body bridge for tight response.
: : Angled headstock for proper tension.
: : 25 1/2 scale lenght for good tension/intonation ratio.
: : Good weight and balance relationship.
: : I hope this was helpfull…
: : Also,the Maya Strat copies are by far the best Stratocaster
: : guitars you will ever find…
: : If anyone has an El Maya for sale
: : contact me…
: : Long live PERFECTION!!!
Hi Yes El Maya was the top of the range handbuilt guitars from this company and are in the opinion of many far and away superior to any Gibson,PRS or Fender of today. I have an El Maya EM1200 in abolone (Mother of Pearl)inlay and naughty 1970’s ivory bound fully body and neck and headstock – it plays like no other guitar I have ever had the chance to play upon. I wouldn’t sell it though for the world.
El Maya was made between c. 1970 until 1995 when the earthquake hit the city. I am trying to get more details from the Japanese government and local Japanese guitar clubs – will let you know how I get on.
best wishes Paul
Hi guys, I got hold of an El maya neck-thru Stratocaster MIJ body (similar to this here https://reverb.com/au/item/28652989-vintage-1970s-el-maya-neck-thru-3-pickup-natural-stratocaster-mij-japan-guitar), and would like to restore it as close to how it came out as possible. Any idea where I can find the original hardware (second hand or new)? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Hi
I bought my El Maya Les Paul Custom with a Sunburst finish new in 1979 new much has changed in my life but this Guitar has stayed with me throughout. I Have a Fender Strat which now gets used more than the LP as I am afraid to damage it as it is still mint with virtually no damage.
The sound is on the LP is beautiful and the action as good as any Gibson origonal I have played
I wouldnt sell it for any money it truly is a great Guitar
Like many getting information about the guitar is difficult and would love to get feed back from anyone who has any information about where and by who it was made
I bought my El Maya Les Paul Custom New in 1979. Other guitars have come gone since but this guitar has staid.
It sounds great plays great and the sun burst finish is beautiful I will not sell it.
Anyone out there can give me some history not bothered about price but just would like to know more about the guitars history
Thanks
Simon
I have a fantastic El Maya SG
Everything you say is true
http://smart.noiz.gr/details.php?id=245136
This is a unique instrument i own, a El Maya SG (as described on your text), made in the early seventies, (1970 – 1974), an original El Maya. Its tone is PERFECT. And as many guitar-tech friends of mine said: it’s BETTER than a Gibson. I consider selling it or trading it for an Ibanez, Vai model.
Im searching for a maya stratocaster, can you help me?
Regards Manne
Hi, I have a beautiful El Maya fixed neck Strat. All hardware is brass, the body, neck and fret board is in excellent condition. There is no ware to the frets or board as this has only been played occasionally. The three pups are selected through three micro switches that can be selected out of phase if required, giving lots of different sounds and tones. Let me know if you’re interested.
regards David
I have a maya strat for sale. Email me for photos, etc.
I’ve got a Maya. It’s a copy of a Gibson Marauder. Beautiful burgundy finish. The body is made of really thick, heavy wood (pretty good sustain) the neck is real smooth. that’s about all the info i have.:
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: I have a Maya semi acoustic based on a Gibson E-175. My father brought it back from the middle-east (Saudi Arabia) in the mid-80s. Generally a nice guitar in terms of construction although p-ups, machine heads are pretty cheap but work OK. No idea what happened to the company, they were never big here in the UK but the guy at my local guitar shop remembers them (but not with any great affection). It would be interesting to find out more about the company and range of instruments they made in their hey-day.
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: I have got a Maya Les Paul copy. But like you trying to find stuff out about Maya has not yielded much information. At the moment it is minus strings and bridges as I have only recently started learning to play on an acoustic. The plan is to get it fixed when I can play more than 3 chords!!
A guy at a local guitar shop in Bristol (England) had heard of Maya when I made initial enquiries about getting it fixed however I didn’t have it with me when I went in, so he was a bit non-commital. I will go and see him again soon and if I can get any more info I will let you know.
Cheers
Mark
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
Not much – I’m trying to find info myself. They made good quality copies of Les Paul and others.
I have an El Maya carved top, through-neck two-pickup electric which was (allegedly) hand made at
the factory as a one-off for the 198? Frankfurt Music Festival. It plays really well with huge sustain.
Good luck in your quest.
David.
:
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
:I have a Maya accoustic with a model number F340. It is suspiciously like a Yamaha accoustic in tone and style.
I wonder if it is a Yamaha alternative brand. Maya is also close to the word Yamaha!
Any thoughts?
Mike
This popular thread has been given its own page : Re: Maya Guitars?
: : Lived in the middle/far East for awhile in the early 80s. Used to find Maya made cheapo copies of strats in Singapore and Tokyo. Saw some Stateside in later 80s, the same copies,
: in the bay area. One real goodie was their attempt at the serious guitar market with the El Maya EM-1200 (I bought one in Singapore circa 1983). As stated, a carved top, through neck, dual humbucker pickup axe with great sustain
: and some classy looks. Two cutaways in front and one in the back to keep it from looking too much like a Gibson. Nice Mother Of Pearl inlay too! I once saw the same body design on an Ibanez "Musician" guitar don’t know the model. Pics on request.
:
: Not much – I’m trying to find info myself. They made good quality copies of Les Paul and others.
: : I have an El Maya carved top, through-neck two-pickup electric which was (allegedly) hand made at
: : the factory as a one-off for the 198? Frankfurt Music Festival. It plays really well with huge sustain.
: : Good luck in your quest.
: : David.
: : :
: : : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
Hello my name is Henry and I own an El Maya Em -1500 and recently had it appraised for 1500- 2000 dollars and I found out that they are hand built and beautifully made I would appreciate it if you could send me a pic of yours thanks
-Henry
: Lived in the middle/far East for awhile in the early 80s. Used to find Maya made cheapo copies of strats in Singapore and Tokyo. Saw some Stateside in later 80s, the same copies,
in the bay area. One real goodie was their attempt at the serious guitar market with the El Maya EM-1200 (I bought one in Singapore circa 1983). As stated, a carved top, through neck, dual humbucker pickup axe with great sustain
and some classy looks. Two cutaways in front and one in the back to keep it from looking too much like a Gibson. Nice Mother Of Pearl inlay too! I once saw the same body design on an Ibanez "Musician" guitar don’t know the model. Pics on request.
Not much – I’m trying to find info myself. They made good quality copies of Les Paul and others.
: I have an El Maya carved top, through-neck two-pickup electric which was (allegedly) hand made at
: the factory as a one-off for the 198? Frankfurt Music Festival. It plays really well with huge sustain.
: Good luck in your quest.
: David.
: :
: : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
:
: Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
: : hi there, anwar,, first of all let me ask you if u are a paki or an indian.. your name shows that anyway,, the maya guitar is really superb.. belive me,, i think itz better than gibson.. cuz i am having 3 guitars.. and i always play them,, i have used the same guitar for my 3 albums.. since 87. its great.. ever heard bout the band "strings" yup,,u would have,,im the lead guitarist..u would have seen me in tons of videos..anyway way,,if u r thinking of buying a maya,, go for this great japanese masterpiece,, lifetime guaranteed stuff… u can contact me back on bros123 at the rate of hotmail
bye , cya ..
and hope all others who posted follow ups feel great too.bye all
: : Does anyone know anything about a japanese guitar maker named Maya?
Is their such a make?
: Is their such a make?
Yes
i have an eko guitar…acoustic/electric…modello 100.
any info on this???? year??? value???
please e-mail
I have 2 Eko Electric guitar.
I should like to know the year and model
: i have an eko guitar…electric…modello 389.
: any info on this???? year??? value???
: please e-mail
: i have an eko guitar…acoustic/electric…modello 100.
: any info on this???? year??? value???
: please e-mail
I can tell you that is a mid 60’s EKO. They were quite a pricey guitar for their time. EKO’s were imported
from Italy. The EKO slogan of the time was "EKO, the Italian Dream".
depending on the condition, you could be looking at a current value of $250-750.
Good to very good condition…~$600. Poor condition…~$300. You have a very cool guitar…Hang on to it.
EKO Rocks!
: : I have a very old guitar. There is no brand name on it except a small logo in the top left hand corner that says "FM" On the back it has a small label that says "Made in Italy". I bought it new about 1964 or 1965 and I’ve had it ever since. Any idea what kind of guitar this is? Ever seen anything like it? Does it have any value except as a keep sake for me?
I know a couple of people with Eko’s, i have no idea of value or anything but i’m pretty sure they were made in italy.
I was wondering if any one out there knows anything about this guitar.I would like any info you have.
: I was wondering if any one out there knows anything about this guitar.I would like any info you have.
I had one of these years ago, I loved it. I think it was made in Japan. It had a Gibson scale neck that looked like a Fender. It was one of the screamiest guitars I’ve had.
A friend of mine has this model of guitar that his father bought sometime in the 30s, it is sunburst in colour has a sheild, not a star at the headstock. IS there anyone out there who has information about this model such as origin, year of manufacture and price etc.
Thanks very much for your help.
Does anyone out there know any history at all about martin coletti guitars.I have a model no 2776 and am wondering how it should be strung i.e. steel or nylon and was the chromed metal tailpiece originally there.It is a beautiful little guitar comparible in sound and build quality to a pre war Martin and I’m very pleased with it, but WHO,WHERE and WHEN were/was Martin Coletti.Somebody please tell me.
Dear Terry,
Over the last 30 years or so, I have come across four Martin Coletti guitars, all of them cello or "f" hole types and all to the same design. Each and every time I have tried one, I have been struck by both its tone and potential. About a year ago, I finally took the plunge and exchanged a Maccaferi type guitar for a Martin Coletti which clearly needed a good set-up and a refret. I’m glad I did for it is a better instrument than the Mac. Age I don’t know but would guess early 1950’s. My instrument is an acoustic cutaway, has a 16" lower bout, is 3" deep, is one and three-quarter inches at the nut and has three parallel, diagonal white plastic (?) stripes at the fifth, seventh and twelfth frets.
As for origin, those in the know suggest that,despite the name, these are not Italian made instruments but were manufactured in eastern Europe …. East Germany, Czechoslovakia or, possibly, Munich
Hope these notes may be of interest,
Regards,
Mike Wilson
Mike and all with Martin Coletti Guitars:
I wonder if you’d be willing or able to send me any pictures of your guitar? I’m doing research on Martin Coletti guitars for my website and it would be a tremendous help to me. Any information you’ve collected about them would be great too. I appreciate your time!
==Alyce==
: Mike and all with Martin Coletti Guitars:
: I wonder if you’d be willing or able to send me any pictures of your guitar? I’m doing research on Martin Coletti guitars for my website and it would be a tremendous help to me. Any information you’ve collected about them would be great too. I appreciate your time!
: ==Alyce==
Hi
I have a Martin Coletti guitar which I bought from a friend for £5 in the sixties. He was given it by his dead uncle’s wife when we started a skiffle group in the 50’s. The uncle was the guitar player in the orchestra on the Queen Mary on the New York run.
It has a round sound hole and unusually for the time, a curved fret board. It got a bit tatty & unfortunately I left it with a well known expert restorer in the ’70’s at a guitar shop in Newcastle. The shop was sold & I went back for the guitar to find it still in bits with the tortoiseshell pick guard in 3 bits & fag burns in it!! My son is currently considering having it restored. Some of the original purfling was also damaged – but the thing still has a super sound & action. I spoke to Ivor Mairantz when I originally decided to restore it & he seemed to know a lot about the Martin Coletti name. Some were built by craftsmen working independantly in Hungary & places like that, but there was a factory somewhere which eventually in the late ’50’s started to knock out £5 classical style klunkers for Woolworth’s, under the name of Coletti. – Don’t know any more. Do you still want pictures? If you have any info I’d be glad to hear it. It’s a lovely little guitar & sounds great. E-mail me with any info & if you want pics.
Cheers
Kevin Bond
: Dear Terry,
: Over the last 30 years or so, I have come across four Martin Coletti guitars, all of them cello or "f" hole types and all to the same design. Each and every time I have tried one, I have been struck by both its tone and potential. About a year ago, I finally took the plunge and exchanged a Maccaferi type guitar for a Martin Coletti which clearly needed a good set-up and a refret. I’m glad I did for it is a better instrument than the Mac. Age I don’t know but would guess early 1950’s. My instrument is an acoustic cutaway, has a 16" lower bout, is 3" deep, is one and three-quarter inches at the nut and has three parallel, diagonal white plastic (?) stripes at the fifth, seventh and twelfth frets.
: As for origin, those in the know suggest that,despite the name, these are not Italian made instruments but were manufactured in eastern Europe …. East Germany, Czechoslovakia or, possibly, Munich
: Hope these notes may be of interest,
: Regards,
: Mike Wilson
Hello, I also have a Coletti guitar with only 4 strings. Model G62. Is it a type of Ukulele? Any help appreciated.
Paul E.
Hey,
I also have a Martin Coletti guitar. The model number is G60 and it is signed by the maker. I bought it for a tenner off a chap who obviously didn’t value it’s charms.
It has a mother of pearl star inlay on the headstock and little m.o.p flowers on the spotted frets. What surprises me is that the neck is a good 2 frets longer than most spanish guitars, which made me suspect that it may be steel strung – however, there is no truss rod so I haven’t risked this.
The label reads: "Martin Coletti-American Model Guitars(foreign)"
Any more info would be greatly appreciated.
Do you still have the guitar???
I am also trying to get some info on a martin coletti that belongs to my father in-law and not having much luck, but i do know that it was bought with gut strings on it and a chromed tailpiece, i will try to find the serial no.
hope that is a bit of help.
: Does anyone out there know any history at all about martin coletti guitars.I have a model no 2776 and am wondering how it should be strung i.e. steel or nylon and was the chromed metal tailpiece originally there.It is a beautiful little guitar comparible in sound and build quality to a pre war Martin and I’m very pleased with it, but WHO,WHERE and WHEN were/was Martin Coletti.Somebody please tell me.
Dear Terry,
I am in a similar boat to yourself, having come into posession of lovely little Martin-like guitar clearly at least sixty years old, bearing a shield on the headstock with the legent Martin Coletti, but all it has on the label inside is ‘American Model’. Your message is the first reference I have come across to this make in four years of searching, so I can’t help you yet, but if I find out anything I’ll let you know. Please do likewise!
Yours
Jacek
Does anyone out there know any history at all about martin coletti guitars.I have a model no 2776 and am wondering how it should be strung i.e. steel or nylon and was the chromed metal tailpiece originally there.It is a beautiful little guitar comparible in sound and build quality to a pre war Martin and I’m very pleased with it, but WHO,WHERE and WHEN were/was Martin Coletti.Somebody please tell me.
Had a Martin Coletti archtop orange sunburst cutaway a distinctive white floating wooden bridge white block position markers on rosewood board .bought at Heaps music shop Blackpool late 50/early60’s.fitted a pickup and used it in beat groups in the North west. Have a photo somewhere My feeling is that it was made in Italy & I bought it new for approx 50 guineas.Eventually went to a chap called John Fyffe who had some success in a group called the’Settlers’. My main group was the ‘Trespassers & we did ok once appearing with the’Beatles’ , but thats another story!
: Does anyone out there know any history at all about martin coletti guitars.I have a model no 2776 and am wondering how it should be strung i.e. steel or nylon and was the chromed metal tailpiece originally there.It is a beautiful little guitar comparible in sound and build quality to a pre war Martin and I’m very pleased with it, but WHO,WHERE and WHEN were/was Martin Coletti.Somebody please tell me.
i have a martin coletti guitar but thats all i know!! anyone out there know anymore info….email me!!!!!!!!!!!
I have a gutiar amp and the badge on the front of it I think says ohm. this is the only identification as to the manufacturer, is there such a make?.
does anybody know a guitar maker called "ferendes"?
Does anyone have any idea of Japanese classical guitar manufacturers other than Yamaha or Takamine?
Thanks for any help you can give.
PS – Please mail me directly. [email protected]
: Does anyone have any idea of Japanese classical guitar manufacturers other than Yamaha or Takamine?
: Thanks for any help you can give.
Yairi
: PS – Please mail me directly. [email protected]
: Does anyone have any idea of Japanese classical guitar manufacturers other than Yamaha or Takamine?
: Thanks for any help you can give.
: PS – Please mail me directly. [email protected]
I just heard about "Sakuro" (spelling?), a Japanese guitar brand that came out in the 70’s and 80’s. If anyone knows about this brand let me know thanks.
: : Does anyone have any idea of Japanese classical guitar manufacturers other than Yamaha or Takamine?
: : Thanks for any help you can give.
: : PS – Please mail me directly. [email protected]
: I am trying to find greco guitars on the net.
Do they still make guitar’s? Do they have a web site?
If someone could help me out it would real cool.
:Thats wierd man,,,so am i! I was giggin in Japan recently and noticed that the other bands didnt have Gibsons,,it was copies that looked very nice indeed. I ended up using a guys Greco Les Paul one night,,,.
I cant find any sign of them.Only Gecko Guitars,,,from Australia!
: I am trying to find greco guitars on the net.
: Do they still make guitar’s? Do they have a web site?
: If someone could help me out it would real cool.
: :Thats wierd man,,,so am i! I was giggin in Japan recently and noticed that the other bands didnt have Gibsons,,it was copies that looked very nice indeed. I ended up using a guys Greco Les Paul one night,,,.
: I cant find any sign of them.Only Gecko Guitars,,,from Australia!
: : I am trying to find greco guitars on the net.
: : Do they still make guitar’s? Do they have a web site?
: : If someone could help me out it would real cool.
Browsing through some Ibanez sites, Greco was a sleeping partner of Ibanez, different manufacturing site, made the higher quality models. Domestic Japanese sales mostly
I bought this acoustic dreadnought guitar in 1976 and it is still in very good condition. I think it is a Hummingbird copy.
Anyone have an idea how much it is worth now.?
thanx
I just aquired a Vega Model e-221, can anyone tell me how long the company was in business?
: I just aquired a Vega Model e-221, can anyone tell me how long the company was in business?
I have an Alpha A69(or g?)05(or s?)acoustic guitar which I bought new around 1980. I was told that it was one of around 1000 imported from Holland, made, I was told, at the Vega factory. The label says ‘Alpha hand made musical instruments’. It has a back very similar to a friend’s Martin and is inlaid with mother-of-pearl (unless it’s plastic!). Does anyone have any information about Alpha guitars?
: I just aquired a Vega Model ft-j 10532. can anyone tell me anything?
I just purchased a Vega Tenor Guitar, Serial #36605. Does anyone have any info on Vega tenors? Thanks
Dont know how long. But I’m looking for info on the original vega bass? I found o photo of it in some flash player time line on a great site that I cant find again.
: I just aquired a Vega Model e-221, can anyone tell me how long the company was in business?
Vega is an old Boston Based guitar company. My grandfather , Mr. Mike Harris worked there from the mid 1920’s until 1937. I wish I knew and cuold tell you more than that!!
hi there, could anyone please tell me if i have a good instrument here or not. it is a beautiful guitar and i think it has ivory on it. quite a bit of ivory. i picked it up at a flea market….someone trying to sell it for some cash. anyway, it is a very old guitar and in great shape. could anyone please let me know where to find a write up on this guitar or some kind of history. thanx for looking…..Bob… [email protected]
This popular thread has been given its own page : a KD-28 acoustic guitar
: I have an acoustic bolt on neck six string guitar with a label inside the soundhole that reads made in Italy model # KD-28. I’ve owned it for about 13 years and was secondhand when I bought it,(£100). It has a great sound to it,so if anyone knows the manufacturer please let me know.
Regards
I have one of the same. It’s a bit battered so wondering whether it’s worth spending any money on tidying it up.
Cheers.
Chris.
: I have an acoustic bolt on neck twelve string guitar with a label inside the soundhole that reads made in Italy model # KD-28. Anyone with any information about the manufacturer please? Thanx
I have an acoustic bolt on neck six string guitar with a label inside the soundhole that reads made in Italy model # KD-28. Anyone with any information about the manufacturer please? Thanx
KD 28 è un marchio Kay (fabbrica della Korea) e riproduce la chitarra Made in Italia Eko Ranger
The kd28 guitar is almost certainly made in Italy in the 1970’s by Eko it was also rebadged by Kay’s. The screw on neck is the giveaway.
melody
I’m an hobby player:
Does anybody know which guitar is it?
How are the performances?
Do you suggest to buy it?
I too recently acquired a Suzuki W-150 six string. Not a WT-150. It has a beautiful action and sounds awesome. The neck, housing an adjustable truss rod is as straight as an arrow and fits my hand like a glove. There are perloid inlays across the middle base and rear of the guitar. It has a maple top with binding, rosewood fretboard with dot inlays and the headstock carries the Suzuki & Co. Est. 1951 logo in gold lettering. The label inside has Kiso Suzuki Violin Company printed on it.
anybody looking to sell used george lynch guitars for reasonable prices email me
: anybody looking to sell used george lynch guitars for reasonable prices email me
i dont kno what the difference is between an esp and a "george lynch" esp, but if anyone is willing to sell an ESP/LTD EC-1000 for a decent price PLEASE E-MAIL ME!!!!
This SG is in alright shape, some paint missing around the plug, but otherwise is all-around awesome.
: This SG is in alright shape, some paint missing around the plug, but otherwise is all-around awesome.
Worth between $500 and $800 depending on how much damage there is. or in my own english money, that’s about £400-£600
: : This SG is in alright shape, some paint missing around the plug, but otherwise is all-around awesome.
: Worth between $500 and $800 depending on how much damage there is. or in my own english money, that’s about £400-£600