The Twelfth Fret: fine new & vintage stringed inst

The Twelfth Fret has been one of North America’s most respected dealers in fine stringed instruments for 23 years. We ship brands such as Martin, Collings, PRS, Fender, Larrivee, Lowden, Ernie Ball/Music Man, Benedetto, Gibson, Weber, National Reso-Phonic, Ramirez, Alhambra, Deering, Dobro, Taylor, Parker, Epiphone, Vox, C.Fox, Alberico, Barry, Harrison Archtops, William Laskin and Flatiron to all parts of the world. Our website’s “Vintage/Used” section is updated daily with photo’s, pricing and descriptions of the most recent additions to our store.

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  1. Takamine Guitar info needed
    Alicia

    Hey. I bought a Takemine guitar used at a pawn shop in some little town 2 years ago. The guy that sold it to me said it was about 20 years old. It belonged to the guitarist in the band Mahogany Rush. I bought it for $450.00. Anyways, its an FP350 SM1 SB. I cant find anything on the internet about it, do you have any info on it? The year it was made or how much it might be worth? Thank you!

    1. Re: Takamine FP 360 SC
      submarine

      : I have a beautiful FP360SC Takamine to sell. I cannot find any info on this model- where was it made, etc. Can anyone help me here? I don’t know how much to ask. It was not in the archive section of Takamine.com thanks

      how much do you want?

      1. I too have an FP 360-S (not SC), and I can vouch for its sound: LOUD, and sweet when finger-picked or played softly. I seldom play it through an amp, as I get plenty of sound out of it. I love mine, and paid almost $1,000 American in 1989! Good luck, and if you find a willing buyer, I might be a seller.
        Best wishes,
        Jim J

    2. Re: Takamine FP 360 SC
      Etienne Poulin

      : I have a beautiful FP360SC Takamine to sell. I cannot find any info on this model- where was it made, etc. Can anyone help me here? I don’t know how much to ask. It was not in the archive section of Takamine.com thanks

      Hi ! I have the exact same guitar which I purchase for approximately $1000 canadian back in 1992.

      1. Re: Takamine FP 360 SC
        james. [email protected]

        : : I have a beautiful FP360SC Takamine to sell. I cannot find any info on this model- where was it made, etc. Can anyone help me here? I don’t know how much to ask. It was not in the archive section of Takamine.com thanks

        :
        : Hi ! I have the exact same guitar which I purchase for approximately $1000 canadian back in 1992.
        I brought one in 1989 in birmingham for £485 and I still play it today and now sound better than ever and I still have all the information books i got when i brought it so if you contact me i will send it on to you

        1. Re: Takamine FP 360 SC
          Richard O Brien

          : : : I have a beautiful FP360SC Takamine to sell. I cannot find any info on this model- where was it made, etc. Can anyone help me here? I don’t know how much to ask. It was not in the archive section of Takamine.com thanks

          : :
          : : Hi ! I have the exact same guitar which I purchase for approximately $1000 canadian back in 1992.
          : I brought one in 1989 in birmingham for £485 and I still play it today and now sound better than ever and I still have all the information books i got when i brought it so if you contact me i will send it on to you

          I want to buy one of these guitars if any one has a one in good nic and want to sell it E-mail me at [email protected]
          Thanks

    3. Re: Takamine FP 360 SC
      Dom

      Is the guitar still for sale?

      I have a beautiful FP360SC Takamine to sell. I cannot find any info on this model- where was it made, etc. Can anyone help me here? I don’t know how much to ask. It was not in the archive section of Takamine.com thanks

    4. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Michael A. Crimmins
      Michael A. Crimmins

      I have a beautiful FP360SC Takamine to sell. I cannot find any info on this model- where was it made, etc. Can anyone help me here? I don’t know how much to ask. It was not in the archive section of Takamine.com thanks

      1. Takamine fp360sc.
        Anonymous

        I live in Ohio and I have a guy trying to sell me his takamine for $500 and I have not looked at it yet, but am strongly thinking about buying it. But If I don’t is there anyone out there who may be interested?

      2. Takamine FP 940 SC
        JT

        Your FP 360 SC is the closest I’ve come across to mine. I have a FP 940 SC Dreadnaught cutaway with an ebony fretboard. It was made in 1991 and apart from that I cannot find ANY information on my guitar. It is not as sweet as a Martin or other top end guitars acoustically but when amplified, there is nothing I have heard that compares to it. Any help would be appreciated.

    1. Re: Takamine ef389
      Mikii

      : I’m still searching for a Takamine EF389 12 string. Does anyone have one or know where I might inquire?

      : Thanks, Spectboy

      Don’t suppose your still looking??? Got one thats been in storage for about 18 years.

    2. Re: Takamine ef389
      GGrop

      : I’m still searching for a Takamine EF389 12 string. Does anyone have one or know where I might inquire?

      : Thanks, Spectboy
      There is an EF389 on ebay.com, finishing in 11 hours!!!

      1. Re: Takamine ef389
        Mike

        : : I’m still searching for a Takamine EF389 12 string. Does anyone have one or know where I might inquire?

        :ckguitars.com you will find a ef389 for 450.00

  2. Takamine ef389
    Spectboy

    For general info, look on Takamine.com, archieve, ef389. I am looking for a copy of that model, myself. I have an ef349 and want a sister 12-string to match. Care to sell?
    Spectboy

  3. takamine ef389
    mike

    i recently purchased a takamine model ef389. I was looking for an acoustic/electric twelve string and liked the way this guitar played and sounded, but i cannot find any information on it.HELP?

    1. Re: Mayfair Japanese electric
      nathan johnson

      : I’m looking for a circa 1965 Mayfair ( OEM name, one of several) Japanese two-pickup w/vibrato red sunburst
      : 6-on a side tuners adjustable bridge..
      : "Metal look" plastic pickguard.

      :
      : Thanks
      i have a 1965 mayfair acoustic 6-string. came with the humming bird pickguard. i cannot find any info about these japanese guitars, and you are the first person other than myself that i know of that owns a mayfair. if you gain any info please let me know. would love to see a pick of yours. nathan johnson / Maine

      1. Re: Mayfair Japanese electric
        efren muana

        : : I’m looking for a circa 1965 Mayfair ( OEM name, one of several) Japanese two-pickup w/vibrato red sunburst
        : : 6-on a side tuners adjustable bridge..
        : : "Metal look" plastic pickguard.

        : :
        : : Thanks
        : i have a 1965 mayfair acoustic 6-string. came with the humming bird pickguard. i cannot find any info about these japanese guitars, and you are the first person other than myself that i know of that owns a mayfair. if you gain any info please let me know. would love to see a pick of yours. nathan johnson / Maine

        hi i just recently accquired a mayfair deluxe electric. it’s an ES335 look alike with double cutaway, 2 humbucking pickups, tremolo tailpiece adjustable bridge and a cherry sunburst finish. it seems pretty old but is in otherwise perfect shape

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

      I’m looking for a circa 1965 Mayfair ( OEM name, one of several) Japanese two-pickup w/vibrato red sunburst
      6-on a side tuners adjustable bridge..
      "Metal look" plastic pickguard.

      Thanks

  4. Resonator Guitar wanted
    Keith H Smith

    I want a National Reonator with the Lily engraving new or as new. I will trade a brand new PRS custom 22 flame maple top with makers case. A very beautiful instrument.

    1. wanted: Tom Anderson Drop Top
      Keith Persson

      Hey I am looking for a Tom Anderson Drop Top, Basswood body with quilted maple top, Floyd Rose,
      prefer two stack singles with a humbucker. also prefer maple neck with maple fret board. I need a
      guitar bad so if you have anything that comes close to what I am looking for please email me. I am
      looking to spend in the 1000-1500 dollar range. [email protected]

  5. 1930s Epiphone Masterbuilt Deluxe
    Anne M. Whitehurst

    I have an Epiphone Masterbuilt Deluxe from the 40s’. The mother of pearl on the headstock is damaged, and it has dings, but is in excellent playing condition. I’d be interested in knowing what it’s worth, both for insurance and selling purposes. Thanks! [email protected]

    1. Re: 1930s Epiphone Masterbuilt Deluxe
      Ben

      : I have an Epiphone Masterbuilt Deluxe from the 40s’. The mother of pearl on the headstock is damaged, and it has dings, but is in excellent playing condition. I’d be interested in knowing what it’s worth, both for insurance and selling purposes. Thanks! [email protected]

      Hi Annie,

      Please let me know if you are interested in selling your Epiphone. I might be interested.

      Thanks,
      Ben

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