Real Guitars

Real Guitars is a shop in Punta Gorda, FL specializing in vintage acoustic and electric guitars, new Martin guitars, banjos, mandolins, and other instruments, from fine to funky, at the best prices possible.

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  1. 12 string Conn guitar
    Anonymous

    I was just given a 12 string Conn guitar. Serial# is 730h1058..Model # H30..The H is smeared a bit and could be an f…Can you give me some info on it? I have a number of other guitars, but have never owned or played a Conn

  2. 1976 Conn C9 acoustic
    John Dijkstra

    I am new to guitars and am just beginning to learn, my mom has a CONN model C9, serial NO: 09760057 The guitar is from around 1975-1976, how much is it worth? It is in basically mint conditin and everyone says it has a beautiful sound. The main reason i am posting this is because i heard older guitars sound the best because of the wood density.

    1. Re: Conn Guitar Model C10
      TwangWeazel

      I am sure it has been forever since anyone posted here and I don’t know if anyone will even get anything out of this post, but here is what I can tell you about the Conn C-10 Acoustic guitar (I’ve had mine for about 10-11 years)

      The top of the guitar is I think spruce and the sides and back are made of a wood called oplaca wood (according to harmonycentral.com)the model was made from the mid 60s to mid 70s and has aged quite well. They were orignally nylon string classicals, but I can tell you (however I do not recommend anyone else doing this) that I put a set of steel 11’s on mine and let me tell you….it is quite simply the greatest acoustic blues guitar I have ever had my ears on….I am not kidding, the old c-10s age so incredibly well that so long as it has no major damage you should snap up anyone of them that you can get your hands on….yes they are cheap now (much like the old 3 pipckup airline guitars of the mid-60s were in the mid 90s) but let me tell you, once the secret gets out that you can pick up a very well made, easy to play, beautiful acoustic with a HUGE HUGE HUGE yet mellow sound that really gives you that old school 1930 blues and bluegrass feel to it…and in most cases for under $200….yeah….I’ll take that…the C-10 is the ULTIMATE in bang for the buck as far as vintage acoustics go…a great instrument that has gotten so much better with age it is incredible

      1. Re: Conn Guitar Model C10
        sean

        thank you for posting that info about the conn c-10. Iv had mine for 8 or 9 years now and have been wondering how old it was and what the wood was. i found it under a friends bed and he sold it to me for $15 the only thing i had to replace were the tuning hardware. this guitar sounds amazing and is the most durable guitar you can have.

      2. Re: Conn Guitar Model F 9
        Andy Otto

        I just bought a Conn F 9 Guietar serial # 39780756 any body know any thing about them? The guy I bought it from got it at a pawn shop : The top of the guitar is I think spruce and the sides and back are made of a wood called oplaca wood (according to harmonycentral.com)the model was made from the mid 60s to mid 70s and has aged quite well. They were orignally nylon string classicals, but I can tell you (however I do not recommend anyone else doing this) that I put a set of steel 11’s on mine and let me tell you….it is quite simply the greatest acoustic blues guitar I have ever had my ears on….I am not kidding, the old c-10s age so incredibly well that so long as it has no major damage you should snap up anyone of them that you can get your hands on….yes they are cheap now (much like the old 3 pipckup airline guitars of the mid-60s were in the mid 90s) but let me tell you, once the secret gets out that you can pick up a very well made, easy to play, beautiful acoustic with a HUGE HUGE HUGE yet mellow sound that really gives you that old school 1930 blues and bluegrass feel to it…and in most cases for under $200….yeah….I’ll take that…the C-10 is the ULTIMATE in bang for the buck as far as vintage acoustics go…a great instrument that has gotten so much better with age it is incredible

        1. Re: Conn Guitar Model F 9
          Jerod

          Andy,
          I have had an F-9 #39761892 since I was 13. I am now 32 and I still love this guitar! Yeah its got some wear, I have taken the best care possible to keep it nice. I have asked the same question everyone else has and recieved "I dunno" like everyone else. My uncle is a huge guitar man and said exactly what you said about the wood in them. That I know is correct. I would assume these were made in the 1970’s early. I really don’t know too much about them other than they are the best sounding thing I have played!!! I have friends who have 1000 dollar guitars that want to play mine cause of the sound. I will keep looking!

          1. Re: Conn Guitar Model F 9
            Rob

            I paid $650.00 for this guiatr new back in 1976, it is a great guitar. I guess CONN makes fine pianos and other wooden instruments. I wish I still had it, I sold it back in 1990 for $700…

            : Andy,
            : I have had an F-9 #39761892 since I was 13. I am now 32 and I still love this guitar! Yeah its got some wear, I have taken the best care possible to keep it nice. I have asked the same question everyone else has and recieved "I dunno" like everyone else. My uncle is a huge guitar man and said exactly what you said about the wood in them. That I know is correct. I would assume these were made in the 1970’s early. I really don’t know too much about them other than they are the best sounding thing I have played!!! I have friends who have 1000 dollar guitars that want to play mine cause of the sound. I will keep looking!

        2. Re: Conn Guitar Model F 9
          Indra

          : Hi, Andy. I have an F9 (SN 39761559, made in Japan) that my father bought original for my mother before I was born (I’m 33). She never played it, and I’ve had it since I was about 14. I’ve played and heard nice acoustics, Taylors and what have you, some valued in the thousands, that don’t have the beautiful warm tone of this guitar. It is absolutely the only acoustic I care to play. I’m not sure what kinds of woods are used (oplaca? Will look into that, thanx), but it has held up beautifully over the years. Only very recently it has become in want of a very slight truss rodd adjustment, and a tiny bit of string buzz tells me I should probably replace the bridge piece. Beyond that, it has been a joy to play. I think my dad said he gave about $150 for it, right around 1970 or so. I’ve always wanted to know something about its value but could never find anything. A few years ago I even contacted a researcher who was compiling a catalog of information about Conn instruments, and never heard back. Doesn’t matter, because I don’t plan to ever part with it. Mine has acquired a few nicks and scratches, particularly on the back, but overall it is in fabulous condition. Will follow up this post shortly with links to a few pictures. Thanks for your post, Andy, nice to know someone else out there shares my passion for this exquisite instrument.

          :
          : I just bought a Conn F 9 Guietar serial # 39780756 any body know any thing about them? The guy I bought it from got it at a pawn shop : The top of the guitar is I think spruce and the sides and back are made of a wood called oplaca wood (according to harmonycentral.com)the model was made from the mid 60s to mid 70s and has aged quite well. They were orignally nylon string classicals, but I can tell you (however I do not recommend anyone else doing this) that I put a set of steel 11’s on mine and let me tell you….it is quite simply the greatest acoustic blues guitar I have ever had my ears on….I am not kidding, the old c-10s age so incredibly well that so long as it has no major damage you should snap up anyone of them that you can get your hands on….yes they are cheap now (much like the old 3 pipckup airline guitars of the mid-60s were in the mid 90s) but let me tell you, once the secret gets out that you can pick up a very well made, easy to play, beautiful acoustic with a HUGE HUGE HUGE yet mellow sound that really gives you that old school 1930 blues and bluegrass feel to it…and in most cases for under $200….yeah….I’ll take that…the C-10 is the ULTIMATE in bang for the buck as far as vintage acoustics go…a great instrument that has gotten so much better with age it is incredible

      1. Conn Classical guitar
        Anonymous

        I bought a conn classical C10 guitar last week. The guitar was in reasonable condition I picked it up cheaply cleaned it polished it and added a set of nylon strings. It came complete with case. I can’t see it being my go to guitar I may move it on as I am just not into nylon strings.they do seem to be a quality guitar

      2. Conn Classical Guitar
        Deborah

        I recently purchased a Conn Classical guitar model C7 Ser#74060043. Does anyone have any info on this guitar? The only model close numerically is a C10 that I can get any information on.

      3. 40 Years Old
        Anonymous

        My Aunt has a CONN C10 and since she knew I play guitar, she let me hang on to it for a while. She bought it used for $75 only because the person who sold it to her was moving and couldn’t take it with her. So my Aunt ended up with it and has had it for 40 years! It really has aged wonderfully and although I have only had it a short time, I’m very happy with its performance, minus a little bit of fret buzz on the low E string. Very nice, however, and I would recommend getting one if you ever come upon it.

  3. What model do I have?
    LAMESTAIN

    I have a conn acoustic but with nothing visible in the hole except a rectangle of fuzzy material which might have held on a label once. It has a teardrop pickguard, shiny rectangle inlays, and says CONN on the headstock with a circular symbol. The action is also really high. Does anyone know what model it might be?

    1. Re: White Conn guitar(acoustic)
      Josh D

      : I was looking for a white bodied Conn guitar. If anyone has one for sale or knows where i can find one please let me know!

      : THANKS!

      i Have a Conn C-10 what is your asking price

      1. Re: 12 string Conn guitar
        JIM

        : I am still interested. Price would depend on condition.$200 to $400 ball park. If mint might go higher.
        I recently purchased a 12 string conn guitar. Contact me if you are still interested

        1. Re: 12 string Conn guitar
          Everett Lee

          : : I am still interested. Price would depend on condition.$200 to $400 ball park. If mint might go higher.
          : I recently purchased a 12 string conn guitar. Contact me if you are still interested

          I have a 12 string Conn vintage 1975. Near mint condition. The sound is unbelievable. Mellowed with age sitting in the case.

        1. Looking for Conn F2112 info
          Anonymous

          Just found Dad’s old Conn F2112 in a case in the closet. SN 91750095. Condition is great. Anyone know where/how to find out what the value might be?

  4. conn guitar
    steven duff

    i have a conn guitar with the markings of c.b. conn ltd est 1875 oakbrook,illinois model f28be seriel number 0980 what is the price i put another pickup in it played it a couple of times a real nice piece

  5. conn guitar
    Dennis

    I have a conn model t-25 it is 30 years old looks and sounds great, no way is this guitar worth only $100. I brought mine to a guitar shop in Santa Fe and was told it was worth approx $1000.00

    1. Re: Acoustic Guitar
      Billy

      :
      I bought a CONN T27 in 1974. It still sounds great. I have a friend with a Martin D28 and would prefer to play mine. I have also tried to find a location to find out the value of these. I will keep you email location incase I find a location.

    1. Re: conn guitar model # F- 10 or T- 10
      Zach Elmquist

      :
      Hey this is Zach I have a CONN #F-10 seiral#72025354. It is a great sounding guitar.In great shape. If interested in buying pleases e-mail me at the above address.

      Trying to find a replacment for a guitar that was severly damaged in storm It was a gift given to a friend ages ago NOt sur of the cost but seems there were many made for Conn serial # 71112785 mode # either f-10 or T – 10 if anyone has any idea it would be appreciated

    2. Re: conn guitar model # F- 10 or T- 10
      Bob Sandefur

      I have a Conn F-16 flat top guitar that I bought used in 1982 in great condition. It’s been out of the case maybe a dozen times. I was going to put it on ebay. If anyone is interested email me. email:[email protected]

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

      Trying to find a replacment for a guitar that was severly damaged in storm It was a gift given to a friend ages ago NOt sur of the cost but seems there were many made for Conn serial # 71112785 mode # either f-10 or T – 10 if anyone has any idea it would be appreciated

      1. Unkown Legends of Guitar
        Rob Sheffield

        ZACH ELMQUIST(Born Zachariah Nathanael Elmquist ; January 11, 1983 in Ridgway,Pennsylvania Elk County,USA) is an American Musician best known for his stealthy lead guitar and precise rythym.A self taught guitarists who started out playing in successful bands at an early age only years later to break the trend and become a touring singer/songwriter.Was offered his first recording contract at an early age but declined.Wildly popular on the East Coast for his rowdy rock n’ roll and rythym and blues shows. It is has been said that he has been a harmonica player since the age of 5.Favors Fender Electric Guitars and Martin Acoustics.Has been on hiatus since 2010 after suffering severe vocal chord injuries.

        References

        1.^ Rolling Stone Magazine “100 Unkown Legends of Guitar”. Retrieved 17 November 2010.
        2.^ International who’s who in popular music p.1977. Routledge, 2011

  6. Conn Guitar
    Sheraldean Norris

    I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real good shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

    Sheraldean Norris

    1. Re: Conn Guitar
      Jeff

      Funny, this has come full circle. I started this thread years ago, and now I am desperate. The Red Conn I started this over has been missing (stolen from my house) for a year. She does have a replacement neck and a kahler bridge now. She is also signed by The Donnas on the back. Any info would be great. I’d even buy her back

    2. Re: Conn Guitar
      norman dunlap

      I am looking for a Conn 12 string guitar. Does anyone oout there know of one available? I had one years ago but it was stolen and I would like to have another

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

        From what Ive found out. The Conn Guitar was in expensive guitar and were produced in Yes Indiana. There were a large # of them produced. The unique thing about them seems to be they sound like a very nice guitar.
        The guitar I dont beleive is made any more the company still produces many reed instuments and has a line of guitars but not the Conn name any longer. The name that comes up most often is a very popualr brand of guitar today. The Conn guitars on E-Bay have been going from high 20’s to 100 I think someone wrote before the price for these Conn guitars is what are they worth to you and it sounds as if everyone who has one likes them very much. this howver doesnt help in my search to purcahse one to replace the one my friend lost to the storm. It is nice ot know that there are still so many people with them Im still encouraged Thanks for all the help Jon

    3. Re: Conn Guitar
      travis

      My Conn is a cannon. It was purchased used in 82 by my father and passed down to me. It’s probably worth only a $100 or so, but it sounds better than many new martins and taylors and gibsons priced well over a grand. Value is what you make it I guess.

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    5. Re: Conn Guitar
      mario gutierrez

      : I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real good shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

      : Sheraldean Norris

      1. Re: Conn Guitar
        mario88-rene@

        : : I have a 12 string Conn guitar that sounds great and is in ok shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

        : : Sheraldean Norris

        1. Re: Conn Guitar
          Tom Cappy

          Been trying to hunt down an old ‘friend.’ Had a Conn 12-string back in 76. Sold it probably for a dumb reason. Love to have one again. You in the mood to sell?

          1. Re: Conn Guitar
            curt

            : Been trying to hunt down an old ‘friend.’ Had a Conn 12-string back in 76. Sold it probably for a dumb reason. Love to have one again. You in the mood to sell?

            1. Re: Conn Guitar I have one inexcellent shape beautiful
              Curt`

              : : Been trying to hunt down an old ‘friend.’ Had a Conn 12-string back in 76. Sold it probably for a dumb reason. Love to have one again. You in the mood to sell?
              [email protected] Have a blonde 12 string Beautiful as it sound e-mail me

    6. Re: Conn Guitar
      kristin

      i also have a conn guitar. mines pretty old and i don’t usally have very many problems with it. but i don’t thing that they are worth much.

    7. Re: Conn Guitar
      Grant Hiesterman

      :I have a Conn F-200…bought around 1971. It is mint. Played less than probably 3 hours total. I lost it at my parents house when I left home and just retrieved it. I know little about my own instrument. How does it compare to what is on the market today and at what price range? Many thanks for any feed back.

      1. Re: Conn Guitar
        Bill

        Conn made acoustic guitars from 1970 to 1978 and electrics up until about 1981. As far as acoustics go there were aproximately 26 different models and the price depends upon which one you have, but you can expect no more than $150.00 to $200.00 unless you have a rare model. They ae exceptionally well made and rich sounding guitars and are starting to gather an almost "cult-like" following and even have a Conn Guitar Enthusiasts page on facebook.

      2. Re: Conn Guitar
        Kory

        : : I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real good shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

        : : Sheraldean Norris
        : It is my understanding that the Conn guitars are nice instruments. For some reason though, they dont have the re-sale value of say a Martin or a Gibson. What model is it? It should say on the inside of the guitar. They sell on e-bay from anywhere beetween $50 to around a $100. At least the most recent ones..What are you looking to get out of it?
        : Hope this helps..best regards…James..

        I own a conn electric guitar…ok…here’s the history…conn wanted to have electric guitars as band instruments so they contracted aria to make them…that’s why the bad resale value…but they sound amazing…i bought mine for $200

        1. Re: Conn Guitar
          rocky

          i love my conn .i have licky fingers pickups installed .do you wanna trde yours or sell .i love the guitar . does anyone know what type of wood

      3. Re: Conn Guitar acoustic
        Tim

        : :I have a acoustic dreadnought modle f15m, serial no. 46780046. Can anyone give me any info on it? :: I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real good shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

        : : Sheraldean Norris
        : It is my understanding that the Conn guitars are nice instruments. For some reason though, they dont have the re-sale value of say a Martin or a Gibson. What model is it? It should say on the inside of the guitar. They sell on e-bay from anywhere beetween $50 to around a $100. At least the most recent ones..What are you looking to get out of it?
        : Hope this helps..best regards…James..

        1. value of a conn guitar f10 72032660
          jim emmert

          : : :I have a acoustic dreadnought modle f15m, serial no. 46780046. Can anyone give me any info on it? :: I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real good shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

          : : : Sheraldean Norris
          : : It is my understanding that the Conn guitars are nice instruments. For some reason though, they dont have the re-sale value of say a Martin or a Gibson. What model is it? It should say on the inside of the guitar. They sell on e-bay from anywhere beetween $50 to around a $100. At least the most recent ones..What are you looking to get out of it?
          : : Hope this helps..best regards…James..

      4. A Conn acoustic dreadnought body
        Tim

        : : I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real
        : : Sheraldean Norris
        : It is my understanding that the Conn guitars are nice instruments. For some reason though, they dont have the re-sale value of say a Martin or a Gibson. What model is it? It should say on the inside of the guitar. They sell on e-bay from anywhere beetween $50 to around a $100. At least the most recent ones..What are you looking to get out of it?
        : Hope this helps..best regards…James..

      5. Re: Conn Guitar / i have a conn custom serious eletric guitar that is red mahagany body is similar t
        thomas johnson

        : : I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real good shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

        : : Sheraldean Norris
        : It is my understanding that the Conn guitars are nice instruments. For some reason though, they dont have the re-sale value of say a Martin or a Gibson. What model is it? It should say on the inside of the guitar. They sell on e-bay from anywhere beetween $50 to around a $100. At least the most recent ones..What are you looking to get out of it?
        : Hope this helps..best regards…James..

        1. Re: Conn Guitar / i have a conn custom serious eletric guitar that is red mahagany body is similar t
          Jeff

          I have one too. I would love to see yours. I got mine used and as far as I know the US made ones were made in Kalamazoo in the Gibson factory under epiphone ownership/management. Please contact me. I will sent you pics of mine as well. email is: [email protected]

      6. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... James
        James

        : I have a Conn guitar that sounds great and is in real good shape. What would a value be? Does Conn still make guitars? How can I find information regarding them? Thanks for your help.

        : Sheraldean Norris
        It is my understanding that the Conn guitars are nice instruments. For some reason though, they dont have the re-sale value of say a Martin or a Gibson. What model is it? It should say on the inside of the guitar. They sell on e-bay from anywhere beetween $50 to around a $100. At least the most recent ones..What are you looking to get out of it?
        Hope this helps..best regards…James..

        1. Conns guitar model C700 seriel no. 71070438
          Andy Otto

          What is it? Just bought used for $40 looks like a kids? According to what I read must have been built 1971 july.
          6string acuistic sounds sweet and rich.
          Hard to tell if etching on plate is fancy C100 of C 700

        2. Conn guitar
          Ryan 8573

          I have a conn acoustic elecctric model f-2be with a c on the top wher the pegs are and the serial number is 0302 what is the value of this guitar

        3. Conn Guitar
          Deborah

          I recently purchased a Conn classical guitar model C7, ser.# 74060043. I can’t find any information on this model, there is mention of a C10. Does anyone have info on the C7?

          1. I’ve been looking for one for a while now. Conn’s are good guitars and I have a dreadnaught model F-21, a nice guitar but well loved obviously and the fret board shows it. If you have a C-7 in good condition, I applaud you. Let me know if you would like to sell!
            –LJ

            1. Conn guitar C7 for sale
              Lee Waters

              I have a Conn c7 I’d like to sell. If you are still interested in buying one you can email me or call me at 828.551.3215 name’s Lee Waters

        4. Conn Guitar
          Deborah

          I recently purchased a Conn classical guitar model C7, ser.# 74060043. I can’t find any information on this model, there is mention of a C10. Does anyone have info on the C7?

        5. Conn Guitar
          P. R. A.

          I have a Conn Guitar, Model #C11, Serial #11744233. Can anyone tell me what year this was made?
          And what were they selling for at that time? And what is it worth now?

          1. Your Conn C-11
            Anonymous

            I believe it was made in 1974. Have the same model and the label (a guitar shop said) first shows the model number then year made…

        6. I recently acquired a FI 7 ,(serial # 50076?) Its not banged or scratched up, but its been painted red, white and blue. One of the tuner knobs fell apart when I tried to tighten one of the strings. The string anchors don’t all match. What is this thing worth?

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