Jacksons Rare Guitars & Amps

Australia’s largest vintage guitar dealer with their full catalogue online. If you are an investor, collector or player and need a Gibson, Fender, Martin or any other American guitar or amp, look no further!

Jacksons Rare Guitars are at:
37 Parramatta Road, Annandale
Sydney NSW, Australia 2038

Telephone: (612) 9550 2985 – Fax: (612) 9516 2973

342 thoughts on “Jacksons Rare Guitars & Amps”

  1. I have a rare Gibson J50 guitar (pre-CBS)purchased second hand in the late sixties, original finish- much played, much loved- any idea where I can get an approximate valuation online ?(or an accurate one in Ireland ?)

    1. Re: gibson J50
      Jude Higgins

      : I have a rare Gibson J50 guitar (pre-CBS)purchased second hand in the late sixties, original finish- much played, much loved- any idea where I can get an approximate valuation online ?(or an accurate one in Ireland ?)

      I also have a vintage ’73 Gibson j50 that i was looking to have appraised. It has a woderful sound and is lightly used.
      Please let me know of either a on line appraisal service or suggest on in the boston ma area.. Thanks

    2. Re: gibson J50
      yudhistira

      : I have a rare Gibson J50 guitar (pre-CBS)purchased second hand in the late sixties, original finish- much played, much loved- any idea where I can get an approximate valuation online ?(or an accurate one in Ireland ?)

      1. Re: gibson J50
        J. Adkins

        : : I have a rare Gibson J50 guitar (pre-CBS)purchased second hand in the late sixties, original finish- much played, much loved- any idea where I can get an approximate valuation online ?(or an accurate one in Ireland ?)

        785924

    1. Re: levin guitars
      Craig Burns

      My father gave me a levin guitar a few years ago, he bought in 2nd hand in the mid sixties for £50, from a friend. The guitar is an electic accoustic, with a sun burst finish and it is by far the best guitar I own for sound and smooth action.

    2. Re: levin guitars
      Leslie Budding

      I have a Levin LT-18 jumbo which I bought second-hand in Sound City, London in Summer 1972. I was asked to try it out when I was really trying out a new Gibson acoustic and a Martin. The sound was so rich and mellow (even then!) that after about 3 hours I just had to choose it above the others.
      I have never been able to determine the year of manufacture as a few short years after buying it, Levin was absorbed by Martin who do not appear to have any information on Levin models.
      The guitar has the serial number 488323
      I would love to find out when it was built.

      1. Re: levin guitars
        Leslie Budding

        Finally, after much "googling" I found the list of Levin serial numbers on the Vintage Goya Guitars site which not only confirmed that the guitar was built in 1968 but also had a copy of the original 1968 Levi Catalogue (in Swedish). The catalogue also confirmed that the guitar was made of first-class materials, no wonder Martin bought them out, it would have been worth while just to have access to their stock of wood.

      2. Re: levin guitars
        Mike Trueman

        I bought a new blonde Levin LT-18 Super Goliath, serial number 480812 in December 1967 for £60, and I still have it. It is still a beautiful looking/sounding guitar, very similar to the Martin D-41. I guess yours was made around 66-68. Mine has 6 individually height adjustable bridge pieces, instead of a single one, and a drop down bridge just like the Martin.

        After the bridge string-locator pins broke, I had to buy a set of Martins, but had to ream out the bridge holes since the Martins are bigger. The action is therefore easily adjustable like on a strat, and it is great for fingerpicking, with a perfect fingerboard width.

        Hope you can find more info. Cheers Mike

      3. Re: levin LT 18
        Alan Jones

        My Levin LT 18 was bought in 1966, in Hong Kong, and bears the serial number 464349. Hope this is of use in your quest.
        Alan Jones manufacture as a few short years after buying it, Levin was absorbed by Martin who do not appear to have any information on Levin models.
        : The guitar has the serial number 488323
        : I would love to find out when it was built.

        1. Re: levin LT 18
          geoff holland

          : My Levin LT 18 was bought in 1966, in Hong Kong, and bears the serial number 464349. Hope this is of use in your quest.
          : Alan Jones My Levin LT18 was bought in Charing Cross Rd London second hand in 1969 and I wrote to the Levin factory who sent me a leaflet and told me it was made in 1965. Serial no. is 463427. They sent me a leaflet showing the Levin guitar range. This was I believe just after Martin took them over.

          Geoff manufacture as a few short years after buying it, Levin was absorbed by Martin who do not appear to have any information on Levin models.
          : : The guitar has the serial number 488323
          : : I would love to find out when it was built.

      4. Re: levin guitars
        Charles Pollard

        I went to http://www.gitarren.se/radotips/sernr_levin.html to find out the age of my Goliath – which I have had since buying it from a school friend in the mid `60s – where there is a comprehensive list of years and their serial numbers. Yours would seem to be a 1968 model.
        They are excellent guitars and easily out do, as sound goes, any Gibson or Martin of more recent manufacture. I cannot vouch for those produced at the same time, but they now cost several thousand pounds.
        I hope this helped.

      5. Re: levin guitars
        kjeld wehner

        : I have a Levin LT-18 jumbo which I bought second-hand in Sound City, London in Summer 1972. I was asked to try it out when I was really trying out a new Gibson acoustic and a Martin. The sound was so rich and mellow (even then!) that after about 3 hours I just had to choose it above the others.
        : I have never been able to determine the year of manufacture as a few short years after buying it, Levin was absorbed by Martin who do not appear to have any information on Levin models.
        : The guitar has the serial number 488323
        : I would love to find out when it was built.
        Hi Leslie
        -Your Guitar is build i Sweden 1968. Selected austrien spruce
        deck. Maple sides and back.
        Your lucky having that one!
        Gretings
        Kjeld Wehner
        Denmark

        1. Re: levin guitars
          neil

          I have a levin sunburst non cutaway archtop, f-holes, with a silver label inside, reading ‘Herman Carlson levin, and 10 ars (year?) garanti (guarantee) which has a beautiful mellow tone, and plays like a dream, such low action it’s quite amazing on a very low ebony archtop bridge with thumbwheels. The serial number stamped in the end of the headstock is 119961, which I think dates it around 1939??? It has a pearl inlay of a scripted Levin on a black headstock. A bit of crazing on the body, but it must be 60+ years old and the neck is straight as a die and solidly joined to the body. Are these collectable or just a well made guitar lost to time. never seen another. It also has a hofner senator type pickguard with an old de armond floating pick up attached. vol & tone knobs on the pickguard. The only thing I replaced was the tailpiece for a genuie gibson one as it had split i the chrome along the bottom fixing bracket and would pull out of tune. Thought i’d bought a dud but the new tailpiece made it. it’s superb if a little aged. An ideas? Neil

    3. Re: levin guitars
      Leslie Budding

      : i/we have no idea of the value or rarity of these norwegian guitars; circa 1966-7 , acoustic six strings with full documentation, from original reciept and sales brouchers to former owner. We have all documentation and factory instructions,plus factory options ,including cases, pics, etc.

    4. Re: levin guitars
      greg anderson

      : i/we have no idea of the value or rarity of these norwegian guitars; circa 1966-7 , acoustic six strings with full documentation, from original reciept and sales brouchers to former owner. We have all documentation and factory instructions,plus factory options ,including cases, pics, etc.

      1. Re: levin guitars
        Lars Enger

        To set the record right, the Levin guitars are a Swedish guitar built in Gothenburg, Sweden. I have an old classical/nylon string model which I purchased back around 1971. Needs some work to get back in shape but still has great tone and feel. Back then they cost the equivalent of a a few hundred $’s, up to the top of the line which was probably around $600 or so. They made both steel and nylon string guitars.

        : : i/we have no idea of the value or rarity of these norwegian guitars; circa 1966-7 , acoustic six strings with full documentation, from original reciept and sales brouchers to former owner. We have all documentation and factory instructions,plus factory options ,including cases, pics, etc.

        1. Re: levin guitars
          Pearse O'Byrne

          dear sir or madam. I have a Levin steel six-string model number LN26 It was bought in Dublin in the early sixties (I think) I have to repair it but I would love to know from what year it is and if there were many made. The string length is 24 and 3/4 and it has individual string height adjusters.- little plastic screws set into the bridge, which I find a bit naff. Any iknfo would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Pearse: To set the record right, the Levin guitars are a Swedish guitar built in Gothenburg, Sweden. I have an old classical/nylon string model which I purchased back around 1971. Needs some work to get back in shape but still has great tone and feel. Back then they cost the equivalent of a a few hundred $’s, up to the top of the line which was probably around $600 or so. They made both steel and nylon string guitars.

          : : : i/we have no idea of the value or rarity of these norwegian guitars; circa 1966-7 , acoustic six strings with full documentation, from original reciept and sales brouchers to former owner. We have all documentation and factory instructions,plus factory options ,including cases, pics, etc.

      2. Re: levin guitars
        Jesse Deane-Freeman

        I’ve got two Levin guitars – an acoustic archtop and an electric archtop – the electric was made in 1959. They’re Swedish and were made from 1900 – 1977 – I think they’re fairly common – I’ve seen four or five in Adelaide, South Australia for around AU$600 – AU$1500

    5. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... greg anderson
      greg anderson

      i/we have no idea of the value or rarity of these norwegian guitars; circa 1966-7 , acoustic six strings with full documentation, from original reciept and sales brouchers to former owner. We have all documentation and factory instructions,plus factory options ,including cases, pics, etc.

      1. LT 18
        Lee Pollock

        I was reading the posts on the forum and checked the serial number on my LT’18. the number is 4644 06. Does that make sense? Wasn’t sure about the space between the first four numbers and the last two.
        Thanks for your help,

        Lee

      2. Levin LT18
        Tony Schofield

        I recently bought what I believe to be a Levin LT18. It has the offset mother of pearl markers on the finger board and the individually adjustable saddles for each string but the serila number is 3584. I understand that the serial number indicates it was manufactured around 1905(!) but the guitar was only marketed from the 1960s.

        Have I bought a fake?

        It sounds pretty good………….

  2. peter tosh's machine gun guitar
    pedro_blanco

    I was trying to find som pics/ info of Peter Tosh’s M16 guitar. At least I think its an m16. I haven’t found annything yet, annyone know of a site?

    1. Re: peter tosh's machine gun guitar
      ralph

      : I was trying to find som pics/ info of Peter Tosh’s M16 guitar. At least I think its an m16. I haven’t found annything yet, annyone know of a site?

      Ebay has one for $900, made by Turbo Electrics

    2. Re: peter tosh's machine gun guitar
      ralph

      : I was trying to find som pics/ info of Peter Tosh’s M16 guitar. At least I think its an m16. I haven’t found annything yet, annyone know of a site?

  3. left hand guitars for sale
    david bowers

    i have as new mint condition lefties, martin d 41, ovation elite,
    martin hd 28, taylor 610, cut away with fishman blender mic and saddle pick up
    if anyone knows any lefties that can afford a quality guitar, i would prefer to keep the d 41, but a sale is a sale i guess
    thanks david

    1. Re: ?kasuga history
      Jack

      I currently own a Kasuga bass that look exactly like a red Rickenbacker, its really amazing to play but I cant find the brand anywhere or any information on it.

    2. Re: ?kasuga history
      Janus

      : I have in my possession a Kasuga Les Paul< hand carved body, mother of pearl neck ivy inlay. I want to know where I can look up its history I have picturies of my beauty. I believe it was made in the seventies,dont know perhaps to special order. Any ideas?

    3. Re: ?kasuga history
      John

      : I seem to be the only one with a Kasuga 12 string! I bought it new in the 70’s and still have it. The instrument plays well and have never needed attention in spite of being strung for 30+ years.

      1. Kasuga 12 string
        Ian tripney

        I have one too- I bought it when I first graduated in 1975 ….at that point it was about £75 and I had to take it on hire-purchase at £6 per month in order to afford it . Its got a lovely sound and has given me a lot of pleasure over the years, although I ve pretty much given up playing in recent years . Its in perfect condition.

    4. Re: ?kasuga history
      jonathan court

      I bought an acoustic steel string kasuga KD 350S in sunburst for £80 in 1987. I bought it from a fellow student in Nottingham with no idea of it’s history, but a mate with more experience than I had, thought that the local music shop had nothing to touch it for sound. It still sounds great. It’s had the bridge thing at the top of the neck (is that called the nut?) already replaced with what appears to be an ivory or bone bit, apart from that it’s all original. I’ve read the history of the Kasuga guitar venture and I’m delighted to own it. I’ve not played any acoustic guitars in my price range that compare so it’s still my instrument of choice.

    5. Re: ?kasuga history
      chris

      : I have in my possession a Kasuga SG, hand carved body, mother of pearl neck ivy inlay. I want to know where I can look up its history and approximate value. I believe it was made in the seventies, perhaps to special order. Any ideas?

      The story:

      In May of ’72, a portentous advertisement appeared in The Music Trades. In an ad stretching across the top of a two-page spread, drawn cartoon-fashion with a jet soaring from Japan to the United States, the headline read, “Kasuga Guitars Come To America.” Kasuga was a guitarmaker established in Nagoya, Japan, in the late ’60s. In ’67, Tommy Moore, the successful musical instrument merchandiser from Ft. Worth, Texas, and one of the founders of Hondo, visited Japan in order to strike up a guitarmaking deal. With only a voucher of credit in his pocket and no contacts, Moore hooked up with a Mr. Kaku, who steered him to Tokai Gakki. Tokai had become very successful in Japan making and marketing the Pianaca, a keyboard harmonica used in Japanese schools. On December 15, 1970, Moore and Tokai Gakki entered a joint venture called Tokai USA Inc., and Tokai began making private label and OEM guitars.

      Tokai quickly found it couldn’t keep up with demand, so it found a factory that could meet its quality standards: Kasuga. Another joint venture was established between Tokai USA and Kasuga called Kasuga International. Marketing offices were established in Singapore, Zurich, and Frankfurt. In ’72, these guitars began to come into America.

      In December, ’72, an ad touted the Kasuga line, copies of the most popular Gibson, Fender, and Martin acoustic and electric solidbody designs. Presumably these included Telecasters. These were sold under the Kasuga name (briefly; a notice of Kasuga acoustics appeared in Guitar Player in September, ’72) and carrying the monikers of various importers, as in the ’60s.

      In December, ’72, U.S. Musical Merchandise published its new Sekova catalog, replete with a full line of copies, including its Sekova version of the Tele, probably produced by Arai.

      1. Re: ?kasuga history
        mic

        :I have a Kasuga T 20 12 string – no 407 posted on the internal bracing. Bought it early 70’s. It suffered from terminal neck bend but I couldnt bare to part with it as it sounded so good. Finally and only recently as its been under the bed for years managed to get it in reasonable fettle with some professional work to the bridge. Now playable and in use for fun daily. Havnt managed to find any listings for this model anywhere. Any ideas although I would never part with it.

      2. Re: ?kasuga history
        don chaffin

        In 1980 I purchased an F5 model mandolin in N. Hollywood CA. It’s serial # 100. It came with a hard shell case. It is in Perfect condition.I play this instrument alot. and I enjoy it’s sound and action. Please tell me more about the mandolins from this time.: I am not interested in selling my mandolin, just looking for history.

      3. Re: kasuga history
        Falkn

        Hi, I have a solid body, hand carved custom lead/rhythym guitar.
        It is made of american maple and has maple leaves carved onto the body. There is a creeping "IVY" vine snaking up the neck. Frets are leaf shaped mother of pearl.
        It is finished in clear varethane or something similar.
        It has twin chromed "10 henri" pickups and chrome hardware.
        I bought it brand spankin new in Portland Oregon in 1976 from "Caaptain WhizzEagle.’ (I paid $375 I think.)
        It was in their loft for at least a year before I bought it.
        The seller told me that he had bought a half dozen of them and each was different since they were individually carved.

      4. Re: ?kasuga history
        Dave Ritter

        : : I have in my possession a Kasuga KF840, . I want to know where I can look up its history and approximate value. I believe it was made in 1973, perhaps to special order. Any ideas?

        : The story:

        : In May of ’72, a portentous advertisement appeared in The Music Trades. In an ad stretching across the top of a two-page spread, drawn cartoon-fashion with a jet soaring from Japan to the United States, the headline read, “Kasuga Guitars Come To America.” Kasuga was a guitarmaker established in Nagoya, Japan, in the late ’60s. In ’67, Tommy Moore, the successful musical instrument merchandiser from Ft. Worth, Texas, and one of the founders of Hondo, visited Japan in order to strike up a guitarmaking deal. With only a voucher of credit in his pocket and no contacts, Moore hooked up with a Mr. Kaku, who steered him to Tokai Gakki. Tokai had become very successful in Japan making and marketing the Pianaca, a keyboard harmonica used in Japanese schools. On December 15, 1970, Moore and Tokai Gakki entered a joint venture called Tokai USA Inc., and Tokai began making private label and OEM guitars.

        : Tokai quickly found it couldn’t keep up with demand, so it found a factory that could meet its quality standards: Kasuga. Another joint venture was established between Tokai USA and Kasuga called Kasuga International. Marketing offices were established in Singapore, Zurich, and Frankfurt. In ’72, these guitars began to come into America.

        : In December, ’72, an ad touted the Kasuga line, copies of the most popular Gibson, Fender, and Martin acoustic and electric solidbody designs. Presumably these included Telecasters. These were sold under the Kasuga name (briefly; a notice of Kasuga acoustics appeared in Guitar Player in September, ’72) and carrying the monikers of various importers, as in the ’60s.

        : In December, ’72, U.S. Musical Merchandise published its new Sekova catalog, replete with a full line of copies, including its Sekova version of the Tele, probably produced by Arai.

    6. Re: ?kasuga history
      Lasse (via moderator)

      Hi
      I have a Kasuga bass, It´s a Fender copy and I love it.
      I traded it for a Gibson copy back in 1980, and it was quite old already then.
      The sound is very good and it´s very playable.
      The tuning is very good.
      I just read the story about Kasuga in Vintage guitar, but what happend later on ?…

      All the best from Sweden

    7. Re: ?kasuga history
      Joe

      I’ve got a few Kasuga’s over the years this is my list

      Rickenbacker 4001 Bass copy
      Gibson 330 copy (dot)
      Telecaster copy and a
      Classical Guitar

      All are really awesome and enjoy playing them, wonderful guitars action wise if anyone gets a chance to buy one go for it the value for $ is worth it

    8. Re: ?kasuga history
      Jeff

      I have a Kasuga G318 Classical Guitar i would like any information that i could get on it so far nobody has even heard of it and there is nothnig on the internet about it

    9. Re: ?kasuga history
      J.R

      I have a very old Kasuga acoustic, its in top condition and has been played alot in its life, Im in love with the thing and havnt found another Guitar that sounds nearly as good.
      Picked it up for $250au, Its model no G U3610, i cant find any info on it anywhere on the net. It dosnt exist!

    10. Re: ?kasuga history
      Tom

      I have an artical from vintage guitar mag about the Kasuga Guitar co. Tom Morris left the united states in 1968 to Japan with credits to start a guitar co. He approched the Tokia Musical insturment Co. to produce them . The production began to overwelm the Tokai so they approched the Kasuga guitar co in 1970 to continue production . These guitars are concidered to be better than most Japan models produced in the 70s I own a 1972 Tele Bass a one of a kind do to the fact that no Tele’s were ever known to be produced or no records of them were kept. It is very playable and I do play it regulary . E mail if you wish to know more

      1. Re: ?kasuga history
        shane

        I was given last week a Kasuga Acoustic from a client last week. Raced home and threw on a new packet of nylon strings, and I have to say it has a really cool tone.
        Kasuga model no:1118.
        Does anyone know the history at all ?

        With Respect

        Shane

        1. Kasuga model KF-840
          scott

          I purchased mine new in 1972 at the age of 14. It cost me $135.00 back then without a case. Unfortunately a drunken friend set it down on the floor and proceeded to step on it and break the neck whih I repaired with two part epoxy. It still however plays and sounds beautiful and I would assume the value depending on condition is much more than the $135.00 that I paid in 1972 for mine. great find and good luck. If you ever consider selling it I would have an interest. Regards, Scott.

      2. re;1972 KF440 KASUGA
        DEE RAMSEY

        WE HAVE A 1972 KASUGA KF440 AND WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT IT IS WORTH? it is in mint condition….

        thank you,
        dee ramsey

      3. Re: ?kasuga history
        darrin guard

        : hi i have two kasuga lespauls one is a costum{jimmy page?}one flame top.i would like two know more about them.iv done a bit of work two both.i run emg active 85s in rear position.i love them.any info u can pass on would be appreciated.

      4. Re: ?kasuga history
        Eric Lonsdale

        : i have a Kasuga 12 string, model T-20 bought in 1968 secondhand. Its in pretty good condition considering its age and gets played rarely since broken finger ended my guitar career

      5. Kasuga Guitar - Model KC370
        Michael

        I have a Kasuga Guitar that was given to me. It is a Model KC370, still has the made in Japan sticker on it. It was made in 1972. The sticker says Kasuga Gakki on it, I guess that is the name of the manufacturer. It also then has a stamp in it that says "NW". Any idea of the value of this guitar?
        Thanks,
        Michael

      6. Re: kasuga history
        Maria Cuccia

        Hi. I have a Kasuga guitar, model KC-330. I bought this guitar from my guitar teacher 27 years ago. I would like to find out any information possible on it. Thanks, Maria

        1. Re: kasuga history
          Brandon

          Hey I have one as well passed down from my mom. It has the label on it still and is serial #1550 and says it was manufactured for CF martin industries. I have heard they are woth alot more if they did not take off the label when it came into the u.s.

      7. Re: ?kasuga history
        Alex Geary

        I have owned a Kasuga strat since 1993. Previous owner bought it new in the mid 70s (He bought a new US Fender, then he wanted the Kasuga back, but it was gifted to me by my wife so he couldn’t have it.). This guitar has been played by many excellent musicians during it’s life and they all like playing it. Bridge pickup has been replaced at some stage. This guitar far exceeds the playability and tone of any other Japanese strat copies I have played.

        1. Re: ?Kasuga history
          Alex Geary

          : I have owned a Kasuga strat since 1993. Previous owner bought it new in the mid 70s. He replaced it with a new US Fender, then he wanted the Kasuga back. It was gifted to me by my wife so he couldn’t have it. This guitar has been played by many excellent musicians during it’s life and they all like playing it. This guitar is very comfortable to play. The Kinman pickups installed in 2004 are awesome (they don’t hum, they have great tone, they make bad amps sound better and good amps sound fantastic)I recently tried it through a Fender Blues Deluxe reissue and the result was very pleasurable indeed.
          Statistics :-
          Ash body
          Maple neck and fretboard
          Kinman AVn HX pickups
          Refitted with 5 way pickup selector.
          Custom paua shell inlay
          Custom finish
          DiMarzio pearl pickguard.

    11. kasuga history
      Richard

      : I have in my possession a Kasuga SG, hand carved body, mother of pearl neck ivy inlay. I want to know where I can look up its history and approximate value. I believe it was made in the seventies, perhaps to special order. Any ideas?

      1. Re: kasuga history
        Bosse Byström

        I have a LP Kasuga,the body is in carved maple, with a
        very nice pattern.(handcraafted ) The fretboard is made by maple, with vine inlay. The microphones are two P 90 ,
        All original. Someone who wonne buy it ?
        It´s buildt in 1970 -75

    12. Re: ?kasuga history
      Richard

      Any ideas? Nope. I have an SG exactly the same as yours by your description. If you take the neck off, there may be a hand written number (mine is 129). I only know about as much as you, jap copy, 60’s or 70’s. I paid USD $150 appox 12 years ago

      1. Re: ?kasuga history
        bob

        : Any ideas? Nope. I have an SG exactly the same as yours by your description. If you take the neck off, there may be a hand written number (mine is 129). I only know about as much as you, jap copy, 60’s or 70’s. I paid USD $150 appox 12 years ago

        i am just thinking about buying a kasuga – sounds like the same as you have – would you recommend it?

        1. Re: ?kasuga history
          Toecutter

          I have a Kasuga Les Paul copy.It is the best guitar I have ever had.It was found in a garage by a mate and I rebuit it.Its tone and action are perfect for me.Its better for me than a Les Paul.I play a lot of slide guitar and its resonance is awesome.I know they are hard to find

          : i am just thinking about buying a kasuga – sounds like the same as you have – would you recommend it?

        2. Re: ?kasuga history
          Tommy (different one)

          i have a kasuga les paul from some time in the ’70s with a bolt on neck. i bought it in 1997 for $300 australian dollars. the guy had no idea, but had it since new and said that it was 25 years old. seems that on the net alot of guys have a kasuga les paul from 1977 so maybe thats the vintage. if you guys have pics of your guitars send them to my email address, im happy to exchange.

          1. Re: ?kasuga history
            matt breen

            : i have a kasuga les paul from some time in the ’70s with a bolt on neck. i bought it in 1997 for $300 australian dollars. the guy had no idea, but had it since new and said that it was 25 years old. seems that on the net alot of guys have a kasuga les paul from 1977 so maybe thats the vintage. if you guys have pics of your guitars send them to my email address, im happy to exchange.

            It seems like i have the same guitar as you are talking about! i have been looking for others with a guitar the same as i think they could be worth alot and i am curious about the history of them. i have a kasuga les paul copy in sunburst the action is supurb, its really quite a nice guitar! i bought it with a hard case for $200 off a friend who just wanted to get rid of it to make room. he had no idea about how it played or anything he bought it second hand about 10 years ago. I have taken the guitar to many teachers and after playing it, they wished they had one and said that they would gladly pay AU$600 for it but i dont want to let it go. its really quite a nice guitar and i think we should exchange photo’s and get to know more about them. i am quite curious.
            cheers.

        3. Re: ?kasuga history
          micke

          I have a Les Paul from 1973. Heavy but super to play. The pickups can beat any Dimarzio model today. Believe me, I have had a PAF 90 on the guitar. I’ve seen two other Kasuga LP here in Sweden the last years. I’m looking för a Strat and Tele but there are noone to be found.
          Have also been looking on the web to find info, but,,,,,
          So if you guys have more info. Pls post it.

          1. Re: ?kasuga history
            Edge

            hey!im a nooB guitar player..so anyways i have a Kasuga thats for sure (and it says made in japan on an original tiny sticker on the back) i think i have a LES PAUL kasuga..not sure..anywayz on my guitar it says Deluxe near the machineheads(well in front just where the strings where u put your fingers to play ends,,,) and it has gold things to try the strings on…and the kasuga is shiny writing(like the inside of a shell)…i bought it second hand from a shop..its consition isn’t perfect such as the buttons and the magnets i think :/ and it weighs a ton! and its red and it moves into orange and slightly yellow..is that called sunburst? can anyone help?
            email me at [email protected] thx

    13. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Brendon Harley
      Brendon Harley

      I have in my possession a Kasuga SG, hand carved body, mother of pearl neck ivy inlay. I want to know where I can look up its history and approximate value. I believe it was made in the seventies, perhaps to special order. Any ideas?

      1. Kasuga es175 copy
        Dave Downs

        I have a Kasuga (es175 COPY)probably from the 70s, block
        MOP inlays , sadly no original hardware, does anyone know the production dates and the model number

      2. Kasuga SD-1?
        SwissTourist

        Anyone know anything about the Kasuga SD-1 acoustic? Just picked it up at the flea market. Its brown, but got the crazy point in it like the Fender J-5.

      3. Kasuga Gakki W250--1972 model
        SteveB

        Just bought a Kasuga w250. 1972 acoustic guitar from a boot sale for very little money, I,ve just looked it up on ebay and the one I,ve seen is a slightly later model going at $256 dollars. It,s in pretty good condition with considerable wear on the frets,all the way down the neck.also the fret board is worn in places but the body work is in great condition,with a floral scratchplate. Who ever has owed it as used it well over the years. It is a similar build to the Eko ranger six,of which I have in my collection

      4. 1972 kasuga t-16
        Anonymous

        hello,
        I have a 1972 kasuga t-16. I have not been able to find any info on this model. does anyone have any info on it or know if its worth anything?
        Thanks

      5. Kasuga T-250 How old is it?
        MAcsSNAcs

        I just pulled a 12-string Kasuga T-250 out of a closet in my basement, and I’d love to know more about it. How old it is, for example. I can’t find any serial number stamped on it, but on one of the cross braces inside the sound hole, it has “783” stamped on it. If that’s month and year, it’s either 1978 March or July 1983.

        Anyone have any idea whether that’s a clue to its age, or not, or how to tell the age in another way? There’s absolutely nothing else written on the label inside, except the brand and model.

        Thanks to anyone that can help. 🙂

      6. Kasuga 12 string
        Mick

        Hi all.
        I have a Kasuga 12 string model GU3614.
        My father bought it new in the early-mid 1970’s and ended up giving it to me in the late 80’s.
        It is an AWESOME guitar to play and is in good condition for it’s age.
        I would like some info on this model if anyone can help.
        Also, what was the original price and how much is it worth now?
        Thanks heaps.
        Mick.

      7. kasuga Kc 330
        Anonymous

        I bought my kC330 (classical six string) from Don Juan music in Portland oregon about 72-73. The Preachers wife was teaching guitar so she came with and tuned up five brand new ones. they all varied in tone but the first one rang like a bell. i am 55 and have never seen another kasuga. Mine has only improved with age. I played it tonight and thought I’d see if there are any more out there. I have yamaha twelves and sixes as well as washburn, emperador, harmony, and a couple no name wonders but the kasuga rivals all in tone and resonance.

  4. Hello , well Im form Lima Peru , I have and Old Amp it is a Meazzi Amp (its
    italian) , right know i dont have the model, but its a combo 2×12, its verry
    old at least have 30 years its a tube amp obiusly… have a tone and a
    volume control , 2 inputs normal and jazz , a vibrato effect and a mic
    imput (!!!??)..

    My question its if you know some information of the price of this amp or
    were a can get information of it, or some coment about this Amp..

    my mail is [email protected]

    Greatings Koki..

      1. Re: wanted GUILD BASS
        Bul Laah

        : : I Think your products are OK but I don’t know how much better it is. Reason being, since I am not a guitar player, your elaborate features on guitars doesn’t appeal to me. Futheremore, I have spent a great deal of time on the your website searching for a guild acoustic fretless bass guitars with know luck. In addition, I went to the online store to my surprise it was over populated with fenders stuff and some. I think your website doesn’t give a thought for bass players and yet we are the ones who keep it together.
        If you have interest in my business, I would like to see full discription of guilds’ acoustic fretless bass guitars with options/possibilities of fret markings, electronics,fretlboard-ebony, and the cost.

      2. Re: wanted GUILD BASS
        Hans van Andel

        : : looking for guild jet star bass

        Greetings,
        I have a 1974 JS2 Guild in my posession. It has eem some mileage, but it plays very well.
        The body has nicks and dents and has a few missing paint spots. The back of the neck also has missing paint spots.
        The serial number is 101678.

        If you are interested please send me an e-mail and perhaps I have what you are looking for.
        I can send you pictures of the instrument.

        Regards:
        hans van Andel
        Portland, Oregon, USA

        1. Re: wanted GUILD BASS
          Frank

          Can you send me a Picture of the Guild JS2 Bass and we can go from their.

          Thanks,
          Frank
          [email protected]

          : : : looking for guild jet star bass

          :
          : Greetings,
          : I have a 1974 JS2 Guild in my posession. It has eem some mileage, but it plays very well.
          : The body has nicks and dents and has a few missing paint spots. The back of the neck also has missing paint spots.
          : The serial number is 101678.

          : If you are interested please send me an e-mail and perhaps I have what you are looking for.
          : I can send you pictures of the instrument.

          : Regards:
          : hans van Andel
          : Portland, Oregon, USA

    1. i’ve just recently bought an ibanez as200 1981 model. It was not all original because it has grover tuners and the bridge and tailpiece have been painted. I got it for $1600 australian which is about US$850. A mint original one would probably fetch $12-$1300 US. Good luck

      1. If you decide that you would like to sell that ’81 as200…I would love to hear a little bit more about it. I am very interested in finding a nice one-thanks alot

  5. honner guitar
    Valery

    I have just aquired a Hofner Guitar body, model President which I wish to restore. Does anyone have any visual info about these guitars. It’s serial no is 1730

  6. anyone got more info????
    Branden

    hey i got an Aims telecaster copy.. i’ve been told the company Aims was started sometime after fender sold to CBS.. but i cant find any info on this so if u know sumthin i dont haha.. email me.. thanx alot

    1. Re: anyone got more info????
      Mike Doty

      I have one too. Mine plays and sounds great. I put a Dimarzio Distortion pickup in the bridge position like Robin Zander of Cheap Trick and sounds great. Its hard to find much info on this guitar.

    2. i got one too!
      Branden

      hey man i got the same guitar.. my dad bought it for me when he was a guitar show in nashville. ya i’ve also been told that it was started by former employees of fender durin the CBS era.. its based off of a 50’s tele from what i’ve read. alls i know is it plays great an sounds, i added a seymor duncan hotrail to the bridge, only mod.. hang on to it :).

  7. Help -Doll Ukelele
    Jacqui

    I just found one of these for a pittance. 4 Strings. Old Black paint cracked Made in London. Has a peg dolly picture on the skin which seems fine. Not in tune and I’m not sure how well the wooden peg tuners work as they have what looks like a brass screw through them. Not like a guitar tuner. Can anybody help me with info. Certainly seems playable. Has steel strings. It’s almost like a small banjo but it says uke on it.

  8. Help -kelele
    Jacqui

    I just found one of these for a pittance. 4 Strings. Old Black paint cracked Made in London. Has a peg dolly picture on the skin which seems fine. Not in tune and I’m not sure how well the wooden peg tuners work as they have what looks like a brass screw through them. Not like a guitar tuner. Can anybody help me with info. Certainly seems playable. Has steel strings. It’s almost like a small banjo but it says ke on it.

  9. Help -kelele
    Jacqui

    I just found one of these for a pittance. 4 Strings. Old Black paint cracked Made in London. Has a peg dolly picture on the skin which seems fine. Not in tune and I’m not sure how well the wooden peg tuners work as they have what looks like a brass screw through them. Not like a guitar tuner. Can anybody help me with info. Certainly seems playable. Has steel strings. It’s almost like a small banjo but it says ke on it.

  10. Fender Jazz vintage
    Chris

    I have a Fender jazz vintage. code; 211987. Sunburst. I think its a 68
    but i cant be sure. I have all the metal rest plates and the original case. Any Idea on age and value. Thanks a lot.

  11. Rare guitars - Shergold
    Jim Meager

    I have a mint condition Shergold electric 12 string to sell. Finish is beautiful apple green sunburst and it was completely overhauled by Jack Golder just before his death.
    Any serious collectors or enthusiasts can contact me but no dealers because I want it to go to a really good home.

    1. Re: Rare guitars - Shergold
      Andrew

      : I have a mint condition Shergold electric 12 string to sell. Finish is beautiful apple green sunburst and it was completely overhauled by Jack Golder just before his death.
      : Any serious collectors or enthusiasts can contact me but no dealers because I want it to go to a really good home.

      I just came across this page by accident as I was looking for more information on Shergold Guitars.
      I have a Cherry Red Custom Masquerador from 1977 and would be intersted in buying your 12 string.
      If this thread is still "live", drop me a line.
      Andrew

    2. Re: Rare guitars - Shergold
      Andrew

      : I have a mint condition Shergold electric 12 string to sell. Finish is beautiful apple green sunburst and it was completely overhauled by Jack Golder just before his death.
      : Any serious collectors or enthusiasts can contact me but no dealers because I want it to go to a really good home.

      1. Re: Rare guitars - Shergold
        LOVATT RICHARD

        Hello, I’m looknig for a Shergold 6 or 12 for a freind in France….He has been looking for ages and can’t find anything….It was his first guitar when he was young and they were still being made…After selling it to buy a Gibson he would now love to find another, as he has big regrets in selling his…..Any help or info would be very greatfull….Thanks in advance Richard

  12. Rare guitars - Shergold
    Jim Meager

    I have a mint condition Shergold electric 12 string to sell. Finish is beautiful apple green sunburst and it was completely overhauled by Jack Golder just before his death.
    Any serious collectors or enthusiasts can contact me but no dealers because I want it to go to a really good home.

  13. jmp superlead heads
    Dai Pritchard

    dear guys,i’m looking for a stock 100watt superlead head
    to take out with thorpie to try before buy.
    anyone got one/how much preferably early 70’s small logo

    1. : looking for a ’60s vintage Ampeg B18N Bass amp will pay cash$$

      I have a B18N that I use as a practice amp, I was just about to re-tube it… all original, works GREAT!
      Make an offer … btw: I’m in New England…

      1. Re: Ampeg B18N
        KevShep

        June 06, 2003

        I am the Original Owner of a vintage Ampeg B18N bass amp. Are there any serious Buyers out there for this amp? Everything works fine. It is completely original and the front glass light w/logo is fine. Has been in climate controled storage for 15+ years. No mold.

        KevShep
        e-mail: [email protected]

        1. Re: Ampeg B18N
          John Kettle

          Is the Amp still for sale??

          : June 06, 2003

          : I am the Original Owner of a vintage Ampeg B18N bass amp. Are there any serious Buyers out there for this amp? Everything works fine. It is completely original and the front glass light w/logo is fine. Has been in climate controled storage for 15+ years. No mold.

          : KevShep
          : e-mail: [email protected]

  14. my "P" bass
    warwick

    I have a Fender "p" bass serial No L14645 in its original case.
    The bass is hot rod orange and the case is covered with a light color vinyl with purple velvet padding inside.
    I would like to know some general information about it please .
    How old, where it was made, and what it,s current market value is
    The bass is in good nick and sounds great, a few chips in the paintwork though.
    My mate also has a Fender telecaster custom 1972 serial No 554152. Some info on it would be great also.
    Thankyou and i look forward to your response.

  15. digitech pds pedals
    samuel

    am trying to track down the digitech pds range of pedals (loops/echos/samplers)
    any suggestions of where to look/who to talk to etc.
    thanks for your help

    1. Re: digitech pds pedals
      william haynes

      : am trying to track down the digitech pds range of pedals (loops/echos/samplers)
      : any suggestions of where to look/who to talk to etc.
      : thanks for your help

      I saw pds echo 8000 on ebay i came across this add as i was trying too find out more info on pds effects i had a chours flange effect many years ago had too sell it for personal reasons

  16. ampeg V4-B bass guitar valve amp made about 1973
    eric

    Do you have any idea how much this 100 watt 2 input amp is worth if I sold it to you or on consignment or through the Trading Post – it hass a nice tone too and in very good condition.

    1. Re: ampeg V4-B bass guitar valve amp made about 1973
      simonreichmuth

      : Do you have any idea how much this 100 watt 2 input amp is worth if I sold it to you or on consignment or through the Trading Post – it hass a nice tone too and in very good condition.
      I don’t know. I had bought one v4 1973 and a 15" box for 300$. but I’m still looking for another one and i would pay you 300 – 350$ (whithout any box) if it is in good condition. But I’m from switzerland and I don’t want to spend a lot of money on transport paying or other taxes.

      so, if you’re interested in selliing it, please write me an e-mail

      [email protected]

    2. Re: ampeg V4-B bass guitar valve amp made about 1973
      Jason Reed

      : Do you have any idea how much this 100 watt 2 input amp is worth if I sold it to you or on consignment or through the Trading Post – it hass a nice tone too and in very good condition.

      Eric,

      Does it have a silver, blue, or black control panel face (where all your tone and volume knobs are?)

      Jason

  17. gibson guitar
    joshua richardson

    my grandmother has a gibson which my grandfather owned with serial numbers on it.
    We are interested in getting a price done on it.
    Who could we contact.

  18. Burns Guitars
    Alan Hardaker

    I understand you can now get me a Burns guitar!

    Send me all the bumph you can please. If it is all I think it is, I’ll buy one from you!

    Alan Hardaker

    1. Re: Burns Guitars
      John D. Smith

      : I understand you can now get me a Burns guitar!

      : Send me all the bumph you can please. If it is all I think it is, I’ll buy one from you!

      I have Burns Marquee Shadow white – excellent condition, for sale. Come back to me for more info. thanks.
      John

      : Alan Hardaker

  19. I have an old Riviera Commander hollow body electric guitar. With double pickups, spring type whammy bar, and 2 f holes. The neck is solid and it is in excellent condition, it’s a sunburst colour with very dark edges. Could you please let me know whether this guitar is worth anything. Thanks.

    1. hofner galaxy electric guitar
      ernie D'ascenzo

      hi,i have a hofner galaxy i think its possibly a mid 60s .in in very good condition it plays well and sounds really great i dont think i would ever part with it but i’d like to know how much it could be worth today in sterling thanks alot ernie

      1. Re: hofner electric guitar
        rick lambert

        :
        : hi,i have a 1962 hofner president blonde thin . in very good condition it plays well and sounds really great i dont think i would ever part with it but i’d like to know how much it could be worth today in sterling thanks alot rick

        1. Re: hofner electric guitar
          Mike Sheridan

          : :
          : : hi,i have a 1962 hofner president blonde thin . in very good condition it plays well and sounds really great i dont think i would ever part with it but i’d like to know how much it could be worth today in sterling thanks alot rick

          Hi, About £350.00 if the neck is still attached and in one piece.

          Mike

          1. Re: hofner electric guitar
            steve

            i have a 1950’s hofner strat lookalike in red. 3 pick ups hofner super in metal with a volume and 3 tone knobs also a pick up selector and wah wah
            would this be worth anything
            please reply to e mail address [email protected]

  20. rare ukelele
    brad lowe

    to whom it may concern,i have three musical instruments for sale one is the gibson ukelele 1930,george formby banjo and a very old english make instrument if your interested in any of these i can email pictures too you,looking forward too your reply thank you from mr lowe

    1. Re: rare ukelele
      Jon A. Slater Sr

      : to whom it may concern,i have three musical instruments for sale one is the gibson ukelele 1930,george formby banjo and a very old english make instrument if your interested in any of these i can email pictures too you,looking forward too your reply thank you from mr lowe

      I might be interested but need price and picts. Jon

    2. Re: rare ukelele
      Steven Sproat

      : to whom it may concern,i have three musical instruments for sale one is the gibson ukelele 1930,george formby banjo and a very old english make instrument if your interested in any of these i can email pictures too you,looking forward too your reply thank you from mr lowe

      1. Re: rare ukelele
        Alan Turner

        Please send pictures of uke and price.
        Thanks

        : : to whom it may concern,i have three musical instruments for sale one is the gibson ukelele 1930,george formby banjo and a very old english make instrument if your interested in any of these i can email pictures too you,looking forward too your reply thank you from mr lowe

      2. Re: rare ukelele
        Steven Sproat

        : : can you send me photos ? to whom it may concern,i have three musical instruments for sale one is the gibson ukelele 1930,george formby banjo and a very old english make instrument if your interested in any of these i can email pictures too you,looking forward too your reply thank you from mr lowe

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