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  1. just got a grifter no nothing help please when you can thank you
    larry

    friend gave me a gift for helping them move. i know your busy so whenever you get this is good to me when you do i know nothing about guitars and i will use it i would be thankfull to know about this guitar and will be very gratefull thank you have a nice day and thank you
    keep up the good work

  2. Drifter Les Paul
    Razz Rush

    I bought a black Drifter electric at Goodwill for $25. It looks to be a very nice copy of a Les Paul. Does anyone know where to get parts? It needs a tuning peg and volume knob and the body is a little "crackled" If it’s too expensive to repair I’ll just hang it on the wall….nice.

    1. Re: Drifter Les Paul
      Jon

      : I bought a black Drifter electric at Goodwill for $25. It looks to be a very nice copy of a Les Paul. Does anyone know where to get parts? It needs a tuning peg and volume knob and the body is a little "crackled" If it’s too expensive to repair I’ll just hang it on the wall….nice.

      To keep the Les Paul look, check out musiciansfriend.com and they have Gibson replacement parts. Got six new tuning keys for under $40, made by grover for Gibson. Nice.
      Best price. Gibson stuff, Wal-Mart price.

    1. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar...looking for info....
      mark

      : I bought an acoustic guitar with a "Continental Music"- Oakbrook IL, label inside (it also says made in Korea) , it also has "drifter" on it. serial # 74020461 model# dz 150 any idias?

      1. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar...looking for info....
        Stacey Night

        I have a Drifter 12 string from Continental Music,Oakbrook Illinois as well made in Korea.Wish I new more about it.Has great sound though.Anyone has any info,please let me know.Thanks

    2. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar...looking for info....
      Craig

      Hello,
      I took my childhood guitar out of its case the other day. I too have that same nameplate inside. I also have a serial number (7K010218) and model (DG or D6). The plate says made in Korea as well. I haven’t been able to locate any additional info and was wondering if you were able to find anything out.

      1. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar...looking for info....
        joe

        : Hello,
        : I took my childhood guitar out of its case the other day. I too have that same nameplate inside. I also have a serial number (7K010218) and model (DG or D6). The plate says made in Korea as well. I haven’t been able to locate any additional info and was wondering if you were able to find anything out.

        1. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar. 35 years ago
          joe

          Folks…I have the same guitar……got it around 75-78 cant remember…Beat the s**t out of it..thought i was gonna be a star…crazy cousin .beat the s**t out of it thought he was gonna be a star….O.K.get the guitar out of grandmothers garage in 92 or so ….son becomes somewhat metal star …get’s guitar 3 years ago cleans it up beat’s the s**t out of it playing out locally and gets rich enough to buy a real vintage hummingbird…..Guitar sitting on my lap right now as I’m writing ….doesn’t miss a note and stays in tune…..Made by CONN,,,in Korea ..gotta go beat the s**t out of it …now I’m 58 years old and my legs hurt and I’m to fat to be a rock star

      2. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar...looking for info....
        signe

        I just bought a nice classical guitar, same silver label inside, Continental Music, Oakbridge Ill, serial # and Model DC310 made in Korea. Curious, I did some web searching and found a link describing the company roots and eventual series of mergers. Check it out, it’s an interesting surprise! en.wikivisual.com/index.php/C.G._Conn

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        1. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar...looking for info....
          Clayton

          : I just bought a nice classical guitar, same silver label inside, Continental Music, Oakbridge Ill, serial # and Model DC310 made in Korea. Curious, I did some web searching and found a link describing the company roots and eventual series of mergers. Check it out, it’s an interesting surprise! en.wikivisual.com/index.php/C.G._Conn

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          1. Re: Bought a Cheap guitar...looking for info....
            Clayton

            In response to "bought a cheap guitar". I also have one .It’s a Continental classical guitar made in korea to me , it has beautiful sound however, i am unable at this time to find out more about these guitars. I would appreciate any information you may have.

        2. I was trying to find out more info about my Drifter guitar. It also says made in korea and also says its from continental music oakbrook, ILl. Its a six string acustic. Its my first guitar and i havn’t found aout a thing about it. I would like to know more please help!!!

      3. I have the same guiter and dont know anythign about it, if you can help with info i would be greatfull. It also has D 26 stamped inside on the lable

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

      I bought an acoustic guitar with a "Continental Music"- Oakbrook IL, label inside (it also says made in Korea) , it also has "drifter" on it. The pick guard has a hummingbird and flowers. I was just wondering if anyone could tell me anything about this manufacturer or brand of guitar, any info would be appreciated thanks!

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      1. Guitar value & info
        Anonymous

        I have a drifter df130 made in korea serial # 76070137 it is in nearly perfect condition other than some very light barely noticable swirls in the finish on the back side of the guitar.

      2. Guitar value & info
        Anonymous

        I have a drifter df130 made in korea serial # 76070137 it is in nearly perfect condition other than some very light barely noticable swirls in the finish on the back side of the guitar.

  3. HAWAIIAN STEEL GUITAR
    GERMAN DELGADO

    ¡HELLO! WHERE I CAN TO BUY? ONE HAWAIIAN STEEL GUITAR TWO OR THREE NECKS EIGTH STRINGS C/U (FENDER OR OTHER MARK)CAN YOU HELP ME? PLEASE, THANKS FOR YOUR ATTENTION……..

  4. guitar is broke
    Brandon Mitchell

    hello to whom this may concern. I have a univox pro guitar which was giving to me by a relative. This guitar is in amazing condition except for the neck stock has broken away from the body. Just wondering if there is anything you can do for me as far as fixing the guitar. please return my email thanx Brandon Mitchell

  5. 1960 kay acoustics parts needed
    dwayne

    Ihave an old kay guitar and i would like to find some proper parts for it. also wondering how much it would be worth

    1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Drew Page
      Drew Page

      The history of the Drifter is two as has been declared.One said to have been assisted in it’s making by Mr.Les Paul himself,just those with his guitar designs back in the late sixties and the rights to continued the production was offered there after.2nd..some at Elderly Instruments in Lansing Mi say that it is just a cheap Korean made guitar! This has been repoted as of late as false.Just to take your guitar for low price and re-sell at a higher value! E-mail me and I will have an actuall report to forward you on this matter. [email protected]

      1. Guitar appraisal
        Ray

        Hello! I am inquiring about a Drifter Continental acoustic guitar from Korea. In is in mint condition in a case with the Drifter guitar instruction booklet that came with this purchase. I know that it is from the late 70’s or early 80’s. The graphics in this instruction booklet represent 70’s time period. It’s beautiful and carry’s a broad bassy sound when strummed. I am looking to see about a ballpark price on this instrument and maybe even a buyer. If anyone has any info on a price/Appraisal, it would be greatly appreciated. The set number is 16010350 and model DC 310 Thank you.. Ray

      2. drifter electric guitar FM reciever/tunner-six strings
        Anonymous

        just curious how much it would be worth. Its old of course had it for some 20 years. Bought it use too.

    1. Re: DRIFTER les Paul
      sarah

      i was given a drifter guitar by a friend who didnt know much about it (sucks for her) and am interested in selling it but i have heard from some people that in ment condition there worth alot more than a few hundred dollars more like in the thousands now im not sure if this is true but im interested in finding out. so if you find any other info please foward it to me

      thanks -sarah

      : It seem no one knows much about the value or origins of this guitar, I have a black one and the sound quality is awesome, since there is no info on it and it is an vintage guitar, I think we should be the ones who determine a price value seeing as no one else is. Since it sound good and has good quality hukmbucker pick-ups, I know I wouldn’t sell mine for less that 200-300 dollars. So there’s a Price quote for all you fellow Drifter owners.

    2. Re: DRIFTER les Paul
      sarah

      i was given a drifter guitar by a friend who didnt know much about it (sucks for her) and am interested in selling it but i have heard from some people that in ment condition there worth alot more than a few hundred dollars more like in the thousands now im not sure if this is true but im interested in finding out. so if you find any other info please foward it to me

      thanks -sarah

      : It seem no one knows much about the value or origins of this guitar, I have a black one and the sound quality is awesome, since there is no info on it and it is an vintage guitar, I think we should be the ones who determine a price value seeing as no one else is. Since it sound good and has good quality hukmbucker pick-ups, I know I wouldn’t sell mine for less that 200-300 dollars. So there’s a Price quote for all you fellow Drifter owners.

      1. Re: DRIFTER les Paul
        john han****

        I have owned many guitars and i have a black drifter les paul with ivory trim and chrome humbuckers and pearl inlays i don’t know much about the guitars from lack of info on the internet but a few years ago i saw a post that someone put online that les paul himself gave the right to this company to make this guitar! Notice what should be copyright infringement design the guitar is built like a gibson les paul down all the way to the barb wire inlay in the head and the shape of the headstock i have heard from more than one post that they are worth in the thousands and i will never get rid of my its the best sounding guitar i have ever owned and ive had way too many!! plus it was given to me for free!!! i also feel sorry for the person who gave it to me!
        : i was given a drifter guitar by a friend who didnt know much about it (sucks for her) and am interested in selling it but i have heard from some people that in ment condition there worth alot more than a few hundred dollars more like in the thousands now im not sure if this is true but im interested in finding out. so if you find any other info please foward it to me

        : thanks -sarah

        : : It seem no one knows much about the value or origins of this guitar, I have a black one and the sound quality is awesome, since there is no info on it and it is an vintage guitar, I think we should be the ones who determine a price value seeing as no one else is. Since it sound good and has good quality hukmbucker pick-ups, I know I wouldn’t sell mine for less that 200-300 dollars. So there’s a Price quote for all you fellow Drifter owners.

        1. Re: DRIFTER les Paul
          Joel

          : I have owned many guitars and i have a black drifter les paul with ivory trim and chrome humbuckers and pearl inlays i don’t know much about the guitars from lack of info on the internet but a few years ago i saw a post that someone put online that les paul himself gave the right to this company to make this guitar! Notice what should be copyright infringement design the guitar is built like a gibson les paul down all the way to the barb wire inlay in the head and the shape of the headstock i have heard from more than one post that they are worth in the thousands and i will never get rid of my its the best sounding guitar i have ever owned and ive had way too many!! plus it was given to me for free!!! i also feel sorry for the person who gave it to me!
          : : i was given a drifter guitar by a friend who didnt know much about it (sucks for her) and am interested in selling it but i have heard from some people that in ment condition there worth alot more than a few hundred dollars more like in the thousands now im not sure if this is true but im interested in finding out. so if you find any other info please foward it to me

          : : thanks -sarah

          :
          : : : It seem no one knows much about the value or origins of this guitar, I have a black one and the sound quality is awesome, since there is no info on it and it is an vintage guitar, I think we should be the ones who determine a price value seeing as no one else is. Since it sound good and has good quality hukmbucker pick-ups, I know I wouldn’t sell mine for less that 200-300 dollars. So there’s a Price quote for all you fellow Drifter owners.

          I have a yellow sunburst.good sound.really good punk sound.i wouldnt sell 4 less than 200.the only thing I could find is that it was made in the early seventies in japan for jc penny stores and a few other retailers.

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

      It seem no one knows much about the value or origins of this guitar, I have a black one and the sound quality is awesome, since there is no info on it and it is an vintage guitar, I think we should be the ones who determine a price value seeing as no one else is. Since it sound good and has good quality hukmbucker pick-ups, I know I wouldn’t sell mine for less that 200-300 dollars. So there’s a Price quote for all you fellow Drifter owners.

      1. drifter
        Anonymous

        i found a drifter les paul that is black in the dumpster and wiped it down and its slick as butter but i have found absolutly nothing on the Internet i really have no idea wat to do but it sounds GREAT i just want to know more about it never seen a drifter or never even herd of the name but glad it sounds great

      2. What something is worth is
        Anonymous

        What something is worth is determined by what buyers are willing to pay. If you advertise extensively and the best offer you have is $200, then your item is worth $200. Whether you are willing to sell for that price is another story. Normally sellers believe that what THEY have is “special” or “rare”, and think it’s worth more.

  6. Drifter Guitar!!
    Mike Sap

    I also have the drifter Les Paul Copy. I’m looking to sell mine. so if anybody has any info on how much they are worth or anything like that……..i think they were japanese made also. Thanks
    -mike

  7. Magnum Guitar Issues
    John Rumschlag

    I have a Magnum electic. The cord is very sensetive to movement. The slightest move and the connection is lost, it sounds like nails on a chalk board. What should I do?

    1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
      Anthony

      OK Drifters! I found a nice Drifter Guitar, it’s a red one, pretty good shape at the pawn shop for 199…I liked the guitar because I need something with that John Lee Hooker Epiphone sound…seems to have it…I talked them down to 129! These posts made me buy it…Thank you all…
      ok, i found a Drifter 1970 Catalog…it’s at vintaxe.com, though I don’t wanna pay 10 bucks just to look at a 6 page catalog…if anyone does pay, email me…I’ll trade you something like music, etc…Again, thank you Drifter owners…I’m gonna be pretty happy once i string this Drifter left handed…this this looks, feels, and sounds just magnificent! I was looking for a one of a kind guitar…and now i’m so stoked!

    2. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
      John

      : I bought my drifter from a pawnshop and I found that it is a 1970s drifter it looks like the electric Epiphone which the Epi is made by Gibson mine is a 6 string and I paid only $60.00, but other then that I really dont know to much other then they were made by Gibson and I think it was one of their off brand set of electric guitars.

      1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
        gene

        i also have a 1970’s drifter les paul copy..they were distributed by Conn. music instuments and are pretty well made japanese guitars

    3. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
      Jon

      : I was givin a guitar buy a rich aunt of mine and wondering of its history-value… If you know anything about it please email me thank you!! (it is a drifter electric guitar almost identical to a gibson les paul)

      First guitar I ever owned. 1978-79. Black, Les Paul Copy. I had gold hardware, but I think they came chrome also. After some tweaking, it really was a nice guitar. Dropped the action a little, put some new tuning keys on it and I played the hell out of it. From 8th grade, high school jazz band and then college. I regret selling mine, so I would hang onto it. Alot of people will talk it down, so what. I can give you some pointers to make it a killer axe, or if it is for sell, I am interested.
      Enjoy it, my Drifter was a trusted friend, part of my jamming history.

      42 years old and I still say "If it’s too loud, your too old."
      Jon

      1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
        Danielle

        Hello all!
        I have a question. I just bought a Drifter LP in cherry red/burgundy, not a sunburst, for $45 and it seems pretty old, maybe from the 70’s. The thing is, when I brought it home I saw after further inspection that there’s about a 4-5 in. crack running from the nut down the side of the neck. I was wondering if you thought it would be worth it to get it repaired. The trim around the body is very slightly cracked in spots where it would’ve been naturally worn from age and lots of use. Also there’s a chip on the front, a couple light scratches on the back and the headstock plastic is a bit cracked/warped. So, what do you think, is it worth it to fix the crack in the neck?

    4. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
      David Bellard

      : I was givin a guitar buy a rich aunt of mine and wondering of its history-value… If you know anything about it please email me thank you!! (it is a drifter electric guitar almost identical to a gibson les paul)

      I bought a drifter guitar that was used over 18 years ago-I think it is from the 70’s.I do not knom much about it-I I play drums now-I would really appreciacte any info thanks, Dave

    5. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
      nick dove

      I have the same guitar. I cant figure who makes it either, but i did find a company that has replacement parts. Its called Stewart-MacDonald. This company has every part you need. They sell everything to build custom. so what ever you need they have.

    6. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
      chris judkins

      hey! i have the exact guitar as you. and i have no idea where to find parts or anything to get it repaired lol. 25 years old is all i know…drifter identical to the les paul

      1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
        wt

        : hey! i have the exact guitar also, black with white trim and is a solid body guitar. mine is very heavy but I don’t have any info. on it either Does look just like a les paul though

          1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
            toltecnightmare

            all I know is they are made by the Continental/Conn music company, and apparently they make every kind of instrument you can imagine…only thing is, they’ve been doing it since the 1800s, and eventhough they had a slew of guitars manufactured by aria in Korea and japan[have one of those too;1968 335 style], There is absolutely NOTHING online that resembles a database. Trust me, I’ve been looking…

            1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
              Onna

              : all I know is they are made by the Continental/Conn music company, and apparently they make every kind of instrument you can imagine…only thing is, they’ve been doing it since the 1800s, and eventhough they had a slew of guitars manufactured by aria in Korea and japan[have one of those too;1968 335 style], There is absolutely NOTHING online that resembles a database. Trust me, I’ve been looking…****************************
              **************
              Hello all, I am Onna!
              I got my ‘Drifter’ back in 1982…it was a mess, I took it home cleaned it up, put new strings on and played it with great delight. It was in it’s original case with the signed number 6 of 7 and followed by: 1638, the co. of CG Conn LTD.
              EST 1875 Oaksbrook, Illinois. It has a LesPaul body in a gold to black sunburst and black back and neck. This guitar is amazing.
              I have heard a few stories about this. One was that Marty Robbins had a guitar designed for him…this is 6 of 7 that were made like this. I don’t think I could put a price on it and prolly would never sell it. It has some serious soul..Someone played the HE** out of it before me,then I continued its journey! Thus, the back of the neck is severely worn from playing not marred…played!
              Write me with your Drifter tales! [email protected]

              1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
                Bill

                I, too, am a "Drifter" owner – who is tired of wearing out his fingers on my Drifter’s bent neck! I just ordered a Wechter. Unlike so many things I see posted here, my Drifter continually goes out of tune and kills my fingers past the second or third fret – seriously warped neck…

              2. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
                Danielle

                Hello Onna!

                I was just reading your blog about your Drifter LP. I just bought a Drifter LP in cherry red/burgundy, not a sunburst, for $45 and it seems pretty old, maybe from the 70’s. The thing is, when I brought it home I saw after further inspection that there’s about a 4-5 in. crack running from the nut down the side of the neck. I was wondering if you thought it would be worth it to get it repaired. The trim around the body is very slightly cracked in spots where it would’ve been naturally worn from age and lots of use. Also there’s a chip on the front, a couple light scratches on the back and the headstock plastic is a bit cracked/warped. So, what do you think, is it worth it to fix the crack in the neck?

                Thanks a ton!

          1. Re: Drifter Guitar!!
            nick d

            O.K. This is really getting gay. Is this **** ing thing some K-mart brand guitar or what. With how anal people are these day, you would think you could find some info on something that plays a great importanc in our lives today as does the guitar.

    7. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... george
      george

      I was givin a guitar buy a rich aunt of mine and wondering of its history-value… If you know anything about it please email me thank you!! (it is a drifter electric guitar almost identical to a gibson les paul)

      1. Drifter Acoustic Guitar paid $22 at yard sale 05-17-14
        Matthew J Wittmayer

        Hello,
        I just a Drifter Acoustic Guitar at a yard sale Saturday morning and paid $22 for it in its original hard case. When I got home I noticed that it had NEVER been played! This guitar is flawless and sounds absolutely superb and has excellent action. I have read that these guitars are really hard on a player’s fingers and that is not the case with mbelieves. After researching these guitars I feel I am extremely lucky to have found one that has never been played! It is in flawless condition and I can’t speak high enough of this guitars warm deep and high tones and it’s remarkable performance!
        My Drifter Guitar is Model: D-22 Acoustic, C. G. CONN LTD., Oakbrook ILLINOIS. Serial Number was left blank. This was an error by the Company that manufactured the guitar.
        Appraised value of $1255.00 by MUSICIANS FRIEND Appraiser TONY K. said “You’re lucky Matthew! This is a very rare find, most of these guitars are in bad condition due to poor handling by the owner. The sound of the Drifter D-22 is absolutely priceless if taken care of by owner/player. Pleasure to appraise your guitar. MFA Tony”. Tony also had told me that the appraisal given was kept on the low side because the guitar doesn’t hold a well known name such as Fender, Gibson, Applause, etc.
        I’m very happy to own and Play my DRIFTER D-22 Acoustic Guitar!

      2. drifter guitar
        Anonymous

        i am trying to find out about this drifter guitar, it is named a continental the serial number is 7ho or 4030375 model #df150 in excellent condition in hard case, i’d like to know if it is worth anything mp

    1. Re: repair a magnum electric guitar
      kevin c russell

      : I need to know how to repair my whole volume and tone control along with re-wireing and all that good stuff

      1. looking to buy one
        kurtfidelity

        there is a drifter guitar, for right around 75-85 dollars, it’s got a gibson SG look to it. was wondering if anyone found anything out on it.

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