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  1. Looking for my Taylor
    Donny Parker

    In case anyone out there bought a used Taylor 510 (3 piece back, no fretboard dots, my name on a scroll inlay @ 12th fret) please, please contact me! Its a very easy guitar to recognize. I sold it in Columbia, SC, a very careless albeit youthful mistake. I miss it dearly and would like to buy it back. Thanks.

  2. fg 251 yamaha guitar
    john walters

    I bought a fg 251 red label nippon/gakki/japan made guitar and can’t find any information on when it was made, whether it is solid wood top and sides. I would appreciate any information i can get on it. thanks.

  3. lookinf for used taylor
    Rosa

    Would like to find a Taylor acoustic/electric guitar with pickup in good condition at a reasonable price.(314 Grand Auditorium series would be nice).

    1. Re: YES
      Skylar wikle

      If there are no major scratches and still is in good shape and its a cut a way. Than please write me back. Please tell me how long you have had it and the model number of the guitar. I might be intrested so please give me a price that you think you want for it.

  4. looking for a tube amp-- E-mail if you have an xtra or need to get rid of one
    Brandon Mundt

    I am looking for a tube amp. I am really looking for a fender amp, but I will take any suggestions and we can work out a price. If you have an x-tra one, I would really appriciate it if you would e-mail me at [email protected]. Thanks, Brandon

    1. Re: KRAMER NIGHTSWAN
      Jildo

      Hey Sherry,
      I know where you can get one. There is a chick in my band named P-nut who has the exact guitar! However, I don’t think she is willing to part with it. Shoot me an e-mail and I will let you know!

      : I’M LOOKING TO PURCHASE A KRAMER NIGHTSWAN-BLACK WITH LIGHT BLUE POLKA DOTS. PLEASE, IF ANYONE KNOWS ANY INFORMATION PLEASE, PLEASE
      : E-MAIL ME. THANKS!
      : [email protected]

        1. Re: KRAMER NIGHTSWAN
          Patrick

          Juust curious to see if you are willing to part with the light blue nightswan if you still have it..Thanks

          : I have a light blue one with white polka dots. I’m not sure if that will suit your needs or not. I’ve been toying with the idea of selling it, but I may hold on to it because it has a good chance of becoming a classic. What are you looking to spend on it?

          :
          : : Hey Sherry,
          : : I know where you can get one. There is a chick in my band named P-nut who has the exact guitar! However, I don’t think she is willing to part with it. Shoot me an e-mail and I will let you know!

          : : : I’M LOOKING TO PURCHASE A KRAMER NIGHTSWAN-BLACK WITH LIGHT BLUE POLKA DOTS. PLEASE, IF ANYONE KNOWS ANY INFORMATION PLEASE, PLEASE
          : : : E-MAIL ME. THANKS!
          : : : [email protected]

        2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Geoffrey V. Bender
          Geoffrey V. Bender

          I have a light blue one with white polka dots. I’m not sure if that will suit your needs or not. I’ve been toying with the idea of selling it, but I may hold on to it because it has a good chance of becoming a classic. What are you looking to spend on it?

          : Hey Sherry,
          : I know where you can get one. There is a chick in my band named P-nut who has the exact guitar! However, I don’t think she is willing to part with it. Shoot me an e-mail and I will let you know!

          : : I’M LOOKING TO PURCHASE A KRAMER NIGHTSWAN-BLACK WITH LIGHT BLUE POLKA DOTS. PLEASE, IF ANYONE KNOWS ANY INFORMATION PLEASE, PLEASE
          : : E-MAIL ME. THANKS!
          : : [email protected]

    1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      seth

      : I have an older Takameni guitar in excellent shape that I would like to know the value of.
      : Thank You, Darrell Begley
      I have had my EF-349 for 7 or 8 years now i own 4 other guitars and have bought and sold god knows how many others but I love my tak

    2. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      Bob Porter

      I bought mine from a fellow musician in 97. $250. Best money I ever spent. And like many of you, I have been offered many times more than what i paid. I’m happy I have never been in a situation where I had to sell it. I would miss it till i die. Best guitar I’ve ever had. I think it’s a 79 or 80.

    3. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      Gary Wright

      I bought this guitar 4 yrs ago for $125.00 with a case. looked on ebay 2 days later and found 2. both sold for $1000-1100. I was very Happy. Great sounding guitar.

    4. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      elliot

      Wow, again, so cool to see a thread about this guitar. I bought this thing in GC in Chicago for $650 12 years ago (in ’97) and it’s been my only acoustic since – been with me through countless shows and recordings. It’s always gotten lots of compliments from engineers, producers and players. Definitely something magical about this thing and I don’t think I’ll ever replace it.

    5. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      merry m

      : I have an older Takameni guitar in excellent shape that I would like to know the value of.
      : Thank You, Darrell Begley

      Wow! this may be one of the oldest posted threads to exist, lol.
      I just purchased my first real guitar from a local pawn shop- Tak EF349 for $400. I was happy to hear that this was a good price and that everyone is happy with it. I’m sure it will be my first that I will always remember.

      1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        Brian Vaught

        : : I have an older Takameni guitar in excellent shape that I would like to know the value of.
        : : Thank You, Darrell Begley

        May as well keep this one going! Went into Tom’s Music in Victorville, CA in 1989 and played every acoustic they had. Bought the EF349 for $750 and still have it. Love to sit out on the back deck in Georgia and play the blues. My neighbors end up wandering over and bring beer! Gotta love that!

    6. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      Ralph Jacobs

      I traded an old microphone and $50.00 for mine; it’s a true "beater" in that it’s covered with dings and scratches. Also some fool drilled two holes in the top back along the edge (I have no idea why), so I acquired it with a restoration project in mind. Stripping the finish is going to be tricky because of the bindings and inlays, but the real problem will be refinishing with a clear lacquer (nothing else will do because of the beauty of the wood), and making the hole repairs invisible.

    7. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      Virgil Stedman

      I bought my EF-349 new in 1981 at the state fair in Indianapolis, In. There was a large building with several things going on inside, and there was a local music store (going out of buisness)I didnt know too much about guitars but wanted an acustic/electric. the fret board is pretty worn (grooves) on the first 4 frets, someone said I played the hell out of it, and they were right. The grooves dont effect the sound though, still sounds great, and I would never sell it either. Thanks for the memories.vs

    8. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      pgoodman

      Nice to see folks talking about this guitar again, we’re few and far between…got mine around ’92 or ’93 (newer model with revised headstock), has the most incredibly warm sound…I paid ~$800 for it new then, wouldn’t part with it for twice as much…

      1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        Kurt Diltz

        92′ in great shape with hardcase. Luthier friend said sound and action is superb. Paid $350.00. I have a 73" Guild d-25 bought new in 73′ and actually like the Tak better. 2 different guitars but for me love the tak deeper, richer sound.

      2. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        sswigert

        It is great to see something about this wonderful guitar. I purchased mine in 1982 for $550.00, still have the reciept. I, like so many others will not ever part with it. It was interesting to see someone mention the "ghostly" image on the finish, as mine has the same.

        1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
          BKMayn

          : It is great to see something about this wonderful guitar. I purchased mine in 1982 for $550.00, still have the reciept. I, like so many others will not ever part with it. It was interesting to see someone mention the "ghostly" image on the finish, as mine has the same.
          I have one as well. What about this ghostly image???

    9. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      Ralph Wilson

      Well guys, here it is in Septeber, 2007 and I find your original question. I purchased my EF-349 in 1997 for $300. It is the best stage acoustic that I have ever owned. After I got this little jewel, I left my Martin in it’s case at home. I move around quite a bit and, occasionally, get a little work done on the electonics. Every guitar tech who has ever touched it wants to buy it. I have been searching the "net" for quite a while now, trying to find another one, with no luck. That is how I found your posting. I suppose we all have to define for ourselves what we consider the value of this fine instrument. I will never sell it, so I guess the value, for me at least, is very high.

      Also, if you haven’t heard Paul Fogerty’s cd (he plays an EF 349), I encourage you to lock on the site and give it a listen. He is an amazingly talented composer/musician, and represents our friends (down-under) extremely well.

      Best wishes to you, and all who have discovered the secret of the EF-349. Let’s keep it to ourselves so that we can find and purchase any that comes available.

      Ralph Wilson

      1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        Chris Collier

        I have a Takamine EF-349 that I am looking to sell. My band is trying to get a tour van since we cant afford one, I have to part with this fine instrument.

        I believe it’s a 1984 model. Serial #86010566. It has all original electronics with an added on Sabine AX-2000 tuner.

        Email me if you’re interested.

    10. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      karl

      takamine has made some incredible guitars! i have a f385 12 string and honestly think the sound and playability are weak. I have since bought a 1977 ef341 acoustic electric. a nice guitar paid 200, offered 350 the same day at a local guitar company. yesterday i purchased a ef 349, nice sound but i need more time to evaluate it. hope this helps. karl at [email protected]

      1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        ron s

        i have just puchaced a ef 349 c. It is a truly beutiful guitar. i paid 700.00 with mint hard shell case.i myself wonder if this was a resonable price or not. this is canadian money. i love the sound of the mahogony top guitar!

    11. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      Paul Fogarty

      Hi Darrell

      I bought my Takamine EF-349 in Brisbane in 1986. I got it for about $600 brand new but the store was closing down and had all their Takamines reduced by about 20-25%. The recommended retail price for it was about $790 at the time. I’ve never ever ever seen another one in any guitar shops anywhere and never seen another one being played by any other musos either. I understand Paul Kelly has one, though. I have seen the twelve string version a couple of years ago in Sydney retailing at about $1800. Mine has been an absolute gem. I used it to record my debut CD last year and come September this year it will be heard across the nation on an ABC music compilation. I’ve used about a dozen recording studios since I’ve had it and every single engineer has said my Takamine EF-349 has the absolute sweetest direct line sound they’ve ever recorded. So that says something. It has a wonderful light tone both amplified and acoustically. 12 guage strings work best for me. I would never sell mine and I’ve had a lot of offers as well. I reckon second hand they would have to be worth about $600 to the uninitiated. But if you have one, that will never be a question for you. Sell your grandmother first.

      Regards

      Paul Fogarty

      : I have an older Takameni guitar in excellent shape that I would like to know the value of.
      : Thank You, Darrell Begley

      1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        tom burton

        : Hi
        i saw an ef349 on e bay this afternoon for $475.00 as takamine discontinued this model several years ago the value is up to the seller but 450 to 600 for a piece in decent shape should bring martin has an all mahogany guitar(d-15) for about $700 to $800… hope thids helps as i recently traded for one.. happy playing… t b

      2. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        tom burton

        : Hi
        i saw an ef349 on e bay this afternoon for $475.00 as takamine discontinued this model several years ago the value is up to the seller but 450 to 600 for a piece in decent shape should bring martin has an all mahogany guitar(d-15) for about $700 to $800… hope thids helps as i recently traded for one.. happy playing… t b

      3. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        tom burton

        : Hi Darrell

        : I bought my Takamine EF-349 in Brisbane in 1986. I got it for about $600 brand new but the store was closing down and had all their Takamines reduced by about 20-25%. The recommended retail price for it was about $790 at the time. I’ve never ever ever seen another one in any guitar shops anywhere and never seen another one being played by any other musos either. I understand Paul Kelly has one, though. I have seen the twelve string version a couple of years ago in Sydney retailing at about $1800. Mine has been an absolute gem. I used it to record my debut CD last year and come September this year it will be heard across the nation on an ABC music compilation. I’ve used about a dozen recording studios since I’ve had it and every single engineer has said my Takamine EF-349 has the absolute sweetest direct line sound they’ve ever recorded. So that says something. It has a wonderful light tone both amplified and acoustically. 12 guage strings work best for me. I would never sell mine and I’ve had a lot of offers as well. I reckon second hand they would have to be worth about $600 to the uninitiated. But if you have one, that will never be a question for you. Sell your grandmother first.

        : Regards

        : Paul Fogarty

        :
        : : I have an older Takameni guitar in excellent shape that I would like to know the value of.
        : : Thank You, Darrell Begley

        1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
          Dan Greenwood

          : : Hi Darrell i allso have a EF349 in perfect shape would never sell it love playing it has never had any work done to it never falls out of tune.I have heard the value is any where from 1800 to 3000 depends on how bad person wants it but than I WOULD NEVER SELL MINE well maybe if offerd 700 billion for it jest kedding Hi Darrell

          : : I bought my Takamine EF-349 in Brisbane in 1986. I got it for about $600 brand new but the store was closing down and had all their Takamines reduced by about 20-25%. The recommended retail price for it was about $790 at the time. I’ve never ever ever seen another one in any guitar shops anywhere and never seen another one being played by any other musos either. I understand Paul Kelly has one, though. I have seen the twelve string version a couple of years ago in Sydney retailing at about $1800. Mine has been an absolute gem. I used it to record my debut CD last year and come September this year it will be heard across the nation on an ABC music compilation. I’ve used about a dozen recording studios since I’ve had it and every single engineer has said my Takamine EF-349 has the absolute sweetest direct line sound they’ve ever recorded. So that says something. It has a wonderful light tone both amplified and acoustically. 12 guage strings work best for me. I would never sell mine and I’ve had a lot of offers as well. I reckon second hand they would have to be worth about $600 to the uninitiated. But if you have one, that will never be a question for you. Sell your grandmother first.

          : : Regards

          : : Paul Fogarty

          : :
          : : : I have an older Takameni guitar in excellent shape that I would like to know the value of.
          : : : Thank You, Darrell Begley

      4. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        Reni Kay

        I love my takamine EF-349, and would like to know a little more about the history on the lawsuit?

        And about value and performance, mine has a funny ghosty image, which seems to be moisture built up under the finish. It’s kind of ethereal looking, but I wonder if it is a problem? Anyone know???

        1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
          jeff

          : I love my takamine EF-349, and would like to know a little more about the history on the lawsuit?

          : And about value and performance, mine has a funny ghosty image, which seems to be moisture built up under the finish. It’s kind of ethereal looking, but I wonder if it is a problem? Anyone know???
          Hi Everyone …from Canada. The shadowy image is indeed moisture trapped at the original time of finish application. Any good paint store has stuff to paint on and it lifts out that moisture. Very easy and no harm to the finish. Good luck….Jeff

    12. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
      Rob Byfield

      I bought mine for $150, although, I seriously doubt that the pawn shop had a clue how sweet of a guitar he had. But, that was 14 years ago. I’m also curious of the value, but will never sell mine. People have tried to buy it before. Since I wasn’t inerested, it never came to money, although a few guitars have been offered as trades(a decent taylor was among them, almost did that one).

      1. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        Tom Mills

        I bought one in 1981 or 1982 for somewhere around $300.00(my first new guitar). The young guy at the store suggested that it was every bit as good as a Martin. The guy seemed honest (I didn’t know any better) so I bought this beauty. I’ve kept it in great condition over the years and love this baby. I’d never part with mine either. I recenlty swapped out the old plastic bridge pins for water buffalo pins. Man this thing sounds ever sweeter now than ever before.

      2. Re: Value of Takamine EF-349 guitar
        mark thomson

        :I brougt mine in 1988/89 in Perth Western Australia snd paid a $1000. The takamine was worth $1200 and the trader gave me $200 tradein on a beat up old Washburn. The guitar is absolute incredible. Many people play them in Aust. Paul Kelly, Mark Seymour (Hunters and Collector) and many others that I have noticed since owning my Takie. Please reply is you find this interesting

      1. Ed 349
        Curtis Mabry

        I purchased new in 1980 in Atlanta ga. I was working for professional gospel group The Lefevers. Mine has a date in it but I can’t find a serial number anywhere. The date is on the bracing the EF 349 is burnt in the sound hole but I can’t seam to locate the serial number. Any suggestions please email me. I had retired this instrument for the past 20 years and just recently brought it back out. It’s as awesome as my Martin’s and Gibson’s and still looks new. The binding has aged but that just makes it look beautiful
        Thanks
        Curtis.

      2. 349C
        Gary McKinley

        The serial number inside the guitar on all Takamine guitars will tell you the year, month day and what number it is
        Example: 86041268 means it was built in 1986— April 12 and it was the 68th guitar made that day.

      3. need year.and value now ... very good condition...EF-349
        Jensen

        If serial # is important here it is ….87040638……. could you respond to my question , what year is it. and what is it’s $ value ?. Thank You …William Jensen…

      4. Takamine - worth?
        Anonymous

        I have two Takamine guitars – from a recent death in the family and would like to know the value of them.

        1) Takamine LTD-89 (Blonde) – I found out there were only 800 of this one made, what is it worth?

        2) Takamine ST-20 (white) what is this one worth?
        Thanks for your help.

        1. Takamine EF - 349 Serial # 80071734
          Anonymous

          Hi folks, I really enjoyed readin all those great comments and stories about the EF – 349. That is one great guitar! I bought mine at Christmas time 1980, and I’ve played it at parties and gigs ever since. It is sweet and I would never sell that instrument. I paid approx. $650 with the hardshell case. It is the hard mahogamy finish all over and it shines nice. I also had to change my frets 3 years ago.

          I’m gettin a little arthritis in my fingers now, but with the easy action on the neck I can still play a few tunes when I get the spirit!

          Cheers,
          G. W.

          1. I've owned my tak ef349
            Craig

            I’ve owned my tak ef349 since the mid 80’s and bought it as a ‘2nd’ from Turramurra music in NSW, Australia. S/N 83101077. It has a minor varnish problem on the backboard – but not the ghosting that other guys mention. I can’t remember what I the purchase price was.
            Many years ago I had two different studio producers make me offers straight out for it, they loved it so much, and all my mates have always preferred playing it rather than their own. (I haven’t been in a studio for years though)

            It has even survived a roll in a ute (pickup truck for you guys overseas). It was in the back and got flung around badly, but thankfully I also had a great case for it and she pulled though unscathed (and played it later that night).

            It still plays beautifully and to me is nearly priceless. I occasionally try something in a store to compare…and they just don’t compare well at all. Even for $2000US I reckon I’d still say No, if offered: what else could possibly come close to it?

            Cheers for the thread.

      5. Takamine EF-349, ser. # 82120133
        Anonymous

        I’ve been playing this guitar for 7 yrs at my church, love it, can you tell me what year it is? And it’s worth, exc. cond. ? Paid 225 at a pawn shop. Thank you. jim

      6. Takamine EF349C
        Anonymous

        I just bought a 1997 Takamine 349C on craigs list for $150. It has a wonderful quality of sound to it. I don’t think I would even think about selling this guitar for less than $600-800. Actually, I don’t think I would even consider selling it. It is such a beautiful sounding guitar!

      7. takamine ef349 value
        tim foster

        My first was purchased from a player named Charlie Wright in Hico, Texas urged on by Larry Joe Taylor in 1988 for $400. It became “lil darlin” used in stage shows and studio recordings by Jackie Moore while I was learning how to play bass. Then in 2004 it was STOLEN out of my apartment in Arlington, Texas. Alerting the nearest pawn shop with a photo, I began the search for a replacement. Imagine my surprise upon returning to that same shop and on the rack was…another tak ef349 which I snagged up for $250. She became known as “spooky”. ps if anyone knows where Charlie is, Gary P Nunn has some royalties due him.

      8. Hey just wanted to know if anyone would be interested in my 1988 takamine. It’s in pretty good shape. Bought it about 12 years ago used. Don’t really want to part with it but could use the money at this point.

      9. Takamine EF349C
        Rich

        I recently bought a Tak EF349C , it is in excellent shape and sounds great.
        My question is how many years was this model produced ? I put new strings on and cleaned it up .
        I don’t think I will ever part with it. I traded a Sigma and $200.00 and I defineately traded up.
        What is the true value of this beauty?

        1. Takamine EF349C
          Anonymous

          I wish I knew the answer to your question. Mine is a 1997 EF349C. I don’t think they were in production long because I have been all over the web and haven’t found anything on the cutaway. All I know is I won’t sell this guitar, but I wouldn’t hesitate to put the price around $600-800. I think as it ages the price will go up. If you have a different year of the EF349C at least we’ll know it was produced for at least a couple of years. Good to know there’s another EF349C guitar lover out there!!!

          1. i own a takamine with the
            Anonymous

            i own a takamine with the martin copy headstock label takamine and co esr 1962 and mine was made in 1983, im really wishing i knew the value of it because i cant seem to find it anywhere

      10. EF-349
        Mike Ralph- Memphis, TN

        I bought mine in 1981 at Strings &Things in Memphis.
        As others have said, it has a very unique sound that every engineer loves.
        I have kept it in mint condition, and wouldn’t take anything for it

        1. EF-349 from Strings & Things
          Richard Harris

          Yep, I bought my Takamine EF-349 new in 1985 at Strings & Things in Memphis. It’s been my main guitar over the years and played nearly every day since 1985. I gutted it’s original electronics and reset the saddle. I now use a Seymour Duncan mag mic in it. It’s opened up beautifully and has a wonderful tone, if a little quiet (even with medium strings). However, the tone is incredible and it’s the best recording guitar I’ve ever owned. I’ve played some amazing guitars and owned an incredible Collings D2H-G guitar that sounded great in the room, but recorded horribly. I eventually let the Collings go and kept the EF-349. I even had a buddy of mine offer to trade his Martin D-28 straight up for my EF-349… pretty much all you need to know. I have several people that would like to buy it if I ever decide to sell it, but that just isn’t going to happen — it’ll stay in the family (two of my sons are guitar players as well).

          Of course every acoustic is different. I’ve played $5000 guitars that just don’t do it for me. Even though every EF-349 will have a different tone, if you run across one, you ought to play it and consider adding it to your kit — especially if you record. BTW, recording was always through condensers, the pickup is only used live.

      11. Not priceless...but close
        bob porter

        Yeah, i bought mine for $250.00, 15 years ago. I’ve never owned anything that even comes close to the sound and feel of it. It’s got dings and wear that makes it a well used instrument. I still play it every week.

      12. Takamine EF-349
        David

        I purchased this Takamine EF-349 Serial #84031162 back in 1984 from Floyd’s Music in Kailua Oahu. Has been through numerous gigs from backyard to stage performances. Served it’s time and still performing great, but needs fret work. Can anyone tell me what year this was made?.

      13. EF-349
        Anonymous

        I bought my EF-349 in ’83. I think I paid about 250.00 for it. (I remember I couldn’t afford a hardshell case.) Didn’t know what I was doing, but it has served me well for almost 30 yrs and sounds better than most other guitars I’ve played. It has seen some “hard” use; been played in clubs & garages. I’m finally replacing the frets (with stainless) and having a metal support added inside because it has “bowed.” (I’ve always used the heaviest strings I could find & had often played it like a percussion instrument.) I’m going to be nicer to it in it’s old age.

  5. Lookin for info on Takamine Jasmine ES96C ...
    Bruce Welton

    I was given this guitar as a gift, and have been trtying to get any info on what it is and its relative worth. I am not a guitar player, though I am trying to learn some. It has an all white body trimmed in black along the edges, and is an electric acoustic. I have scoured the web trying to come up with any info on this bad boy, but to little avail- even calling the Kaman reps and gettign little help from the front end area. It looks like a decent guitar, and I wondered if in fact it was a special model perhaps from ’69, but I don’t know. Appreciate any thoughts on this model, or leads on other sources of info on older guitars. Thanks.

    1. Re: Lookin for info on Takamine Jasmine ES96C ...
      julian

      I have the exact same guitar.. bought it NEW in 1992. paid a coulple hundred dollars for it. maybe $300.00 I think. I have not been able to find any info on it either… please let me know if you find anything out…

  6. looking for 86' jap strat contemporary 3
    jeff matthews

    im searching for a used 86′-87 fender contemporary 3 japan made strat, with a rosewood neck, and system 3 locking tremelo. if there’s one for sale anywhere, im really interested in finding one. please help. thanks

    1. Re: looking for 86' jap strat contemporary 3 I have one For Sale
      William Osborne

      : im searching for a used 86′-87 fender contemporary 3 japan made strat, with a rosewood neck, and system 3 locking tremelo. if there’s one for sale anywhere, im really interested in finding one. please help. thanks

      I have one but not sure what its worth email me if interested Its all Black

    2. Re: looking for 86' jap strat contemporary 3 I have one For Sale
      William Osborne

      : im searching for a used 86′-87 fender contemporary 3 japan made strat, with a rosewood neck, and system 3 locking tremelo. if there’s one for sale anywhere, im really interested in finding one. please help. thanks

      I have one but not sure what its worth email me if interested

    3. Re: looking for 86' jap strat contemporary 3
      dean

      I have one of these i might be interested in selling or trading I have exactly what you are looking for with the type 3 trem and all. If you are still interested drop me an email
      Peace
      Dean
      : im searching for a used 86′-87 fender contemporary 3 japan made strat, with a rosewood neck, and system 3 locking tremelo. if there’s one for sale anywhere, im really interested in finding one. please help. thanks

      1. Re: looking for 86' jap strat contemporary 3
        guitarfinders

        : I have one of these i might be interested in selling or trading I have exactly what you are looking for with the type 3 trem and all. If you are still interested drop me an email
        : Peace
        : Dean
        : : im searching for a used 86′-87 fender contemporary 3 japan made strat, with a rosewood neck, and system 3 locking tremelo. if there’s one for sale anywhere, im really interested in finding one. please help. thanks

        We can get you one in any condition for the price you want to pay, we have stock.

  7. will someone please buy my guitar?
    nick

    will someone please buy my guitar? good cond. 1yr. old
    jbp artists…..i dont know
    great beginer guitar
    very light….thin neck
    paid 250
    sell 150
    i’ll negotiate
    just buy the thing
    nick

    1. Re: Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
      Alan Sheppard

      Yamaha of Japan indicate that this guitar was made by Toshio Kato their first classical luthier and that it was a high end handmade classical guitar. If this was on the market today it would be worth $5,000 US.

      Alan

      1. Re: Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
        Stevie

        There is now a nice Yamaha GC 20 D by Toshiro Kato posted in Flickr. The Katos from this time period are few and far between and are certainly fine handmade instruments. There are many rumors that Kato signed his name on a bunch of Yamaha stuff in later years. Even those instruments are sought after and carry a high value with both players and collectors.

      2. Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
        Sylvain

        Hi !

        I have a old classical guitar, (Yamaha GC-20-D 1972) pratically mint, and I search the value of this instrument, Do you know, if I sell this instrument ?

        Thanks You !

        Sylvain

        1. Re: Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
          Alan Sheppard

          I did some research in 2002 and wrote to the Japanese factory as my guitar (1972)was made long before North America had established its own Yamhama base.

          By sending digital photos of the guitar and the markings inside the body with serial number I was told who the luthier was and that he was still working with Yamaha. They told me that it was one of their better handmade guitars with bueatiful inlay all around the guitar and the butterfly soundhole. They gave me a price at that time of $5,000 USD if the instrument would have been still in production.

          : Hi !

          : I have a old classical guitar, (Yamaha GC-20-D 1972) pratically mint, and I search the value of this instrument, Do you know, if I sell this instrument ?

          : Thanks You !

          : Sylvain

    2. Re: Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
      Alan

      : Category : Classical Guitar

      : Comment : Need some help gathering information on my guitar – Classical GC 20D, Serial # 1911 – a 1972 model made by the Nippon Gakki Co. Ltd. of Japan. This guitar was purchased in Canada in 1976 from a store in Vancouver. I has Jacquaranda back and sides, Honduras rosewood neck, spruce top (I believe), ebony fingerboard and a lot of inlay around the body, (front and back) and sound hole. The head of the guitar was made with a hole through it for looks above the string slots. Purchased new for $800 Canadian and it was the top of the line handmade guitar at the time. It is in good shape and I am told it is a very well made guitar with excellent sound. It is signed in Japanese, I do not understand the characters. Can someone give me information as to the maker and anything else that might give me some insight to it and possibly the value of the guitar. I have not been able to get any information in Canada or the USA. Thanks very much, Alan Sheppard 50 Clearview Drive Bedford, Nova Scotia Canada, B4A 3C8
      : Name : Alan Sheppard
      : E-MAIL : [email protected]

      : Country : Canada
      : Mailing address : 50 Clearview Drive, Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada, B4A 3C8

      1. Re: Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
        Alan Sheppard

        : : Category : Classical Guitar

        : : Comment : Need some help gathering information on my guitar – Classical GC 20D, Serial # 1911 – a 1972 model made by the Nippon Gakki Co. Ltd. of Japan. This guitar was purchased in Canada in 1976 from a store in Vancouver. I has Jacquaranda back and sides, Honduras rosewood neck, spruce top (I believe), ebony fingerboard and a lot of inlay around the body, (front and back) and sound hole. The head of the guitar was made with a hole through it for looks above the string slots. Purchased new for $800 Canadian and it was the top of the line handmade guitar at the time. It is in good shape and I am told it is a very well made guitar with excellent sound. It is signed in Japanese, I do not understand the characters. Can someone give me information as to the maker and anything else that might give me some insight to it and possibly the value of the guitar. I have not been able to get any information in Canada or the USA. Thanks very much, Alan Sheppard 50 Clearview Drive Bedford, Nova Scotia Canada, B4A 3C8
        : : Name : Alan Sheppard
        : : E-MAIL : [email protected]

        : : Country : Canada
        : : Mailing address : 50 Clearview Drive, Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada, B4A 3C8

        1. Re: Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
          BRIAN GREENE

          : HI ALAN,

          WELL DONE ON GATHERING THIS INFO! I, ALSO, OWN THIS VERY SAME GUITAR. I PURCHASED MINE IN 1972 FROM JOHNNY SMITH (A WORLD-CLASS JAZZ GUITARIST – LOOK HIM UP!) AT HIS SHOP IN COLORADO SPRINGS. YAMAHA HAD SENT HIM TWO OF THESE FOR THE PURPOSE OF GETTING HIS CRITIQUE. HE KEPT THE ONE HE FELT WAS THE BEST AND I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO BUY IT. I HOPE YOU HAVE KEPT YOURS – I HAVE NO INTENTION OF SELLING MINE. THESE ARE BEAUTIFUL, HAND-MADE, RARE GUITARS WHICH SEEM ONLY TO IMPROVE WITH AGE. I ALSO OWN A 1984 PAULINO BERNABE, WHICH I PURCHASED FROM PAULINO AT HIS SHOP IN MADRID. IT, TOO, IS A MAGNIFICENT INSTRUMENT – SOMEHOW, I ALWAYS SEEM TO RETURN TO MY YAMAHA.

          BEST WISHES, BRIAN GREENE

          : : Category : Classical Guitar

          : : : Comment : Need some help gathering information on my guitar – Classical GC 20D, Serial # 1911 – a 1972 model made by the Nippon Gakki Co. Ltd. of Japan. This guitar was purchased in Canada in 1976 from a store in Vancouver. I has Jacquaranda back and sides, Honduras rosewood neck, spruce top (I believe), ebony fingerboard and a lot of inlay around the body, (front and back) and sound hole. The head of the guitar was made with a hole through it for looks above the string slots. Purchased new for $800 Canadian and it was the top of the line handmade guitar at the time. It is in good shape and I am told it is a very well made guitar with excellent sound. It is signed in Japanese, I do not understand the characters. Can someone give me information as to the maker and anything else that might give me some insight to it and possibly the value of the guitar. I have not been able to get any information in Canada or the USA. Thanks very much, Alan Sheppard 50 Clearview Drive Bedford, Nova Scotia Canada, B4A 3C8
          : : : Name : Alan Sheppard
          : : : E-MAIL : [email protected]

          : : : Country : Canada
          : : : Mailing address : 50 Clearview Drive, Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada, B4A 3C8

          1. Re: Info on a 1972 Yamaha Classical Guitar GC 20 D
            Jim Olson

            I own this guitar. I bought it new in Chicago at Sherry-Brener LTD. It is a beautiful instrument with high output. I also have a Martin 00-18C Classical guitar. I would like more info on the Yamaha as I think it may be very underrated.

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

      Category : Classical Guitar

      Comment : Need some help gathering information on my guitar – Classical GC 20D, Serial # 1911 – a 1972 model made by the Nippon Gakki Co. Ltd. of Japan. This guitar was purchased in Canada in 1976 from a store in Vancouver. I has Jacquaranda back and sides, Honduras rosewood neck, spruce top (I believe), ebony fingerboard and a lot of inlay around the body, (front and back) and sound hole. The head of the guitar was made with a hole through it for looks above the string slots. Purchased new for $800 Canadian and it was the top of the line handmade guitar at the time. It is in good shape and I am told it is a very well made guitar with excellent sound. It is signed in Japanese, I do not understand the characters. Can someone give me information as to the maker and anything else that might give me some insight to it and possibly the value of the guitar. I have not been able to get any information in Canada or the USA. Thanks very much, Alan Sheppard 50 Clearview Drive Bedford, Nova Scotia Canada, B4A 3C8
      Name : Alan Sheppard
      E-MAIL : [email protected]

      Country : Canada
      Mailing address : 50 Clearview Drive, Bedford, Nova Scotia, Canada, B4A 3C8

      1. 1972 Yamaha Classical GC 20D
        alan sheppard

        Brian,
        I did not realize that there was any action on this guitar. Yes I still have it and I had emailed Yamaha in Japan in 2001 and was emailed back by Yoichi Oba as seen below.

        From: Yoichi Oba [[email protected]]
        The Japanese character name reads Toshio Kato. Mr.Toshio Kato is our first classical guitar designer, And this model was Hand crafted high end guitar. The top board is actually Pine which is called Ezomatsu or Hokkaido spruce, growing in northern part of Japan(Hokkaido). It is very hard to say its value now, but if we produced it with same specification the, price will be around US $5,000. To see the pictures, the condition looks very good. And the cute butterfly sound hole inlay, now we do not use it in current models.
        Best regards,
        23/09/2001

        My guitar is fantastic with a brilliant sound, the one and only knock against it is there are no fret markers. I once used a dab of white out on the 7th fret (on the side of the neck) but is long since disappeared and I don’t need it anyway.

        Alan

  8. kramer c5075
    jefff

    if anyone knows the value of this guitar i’d appreciate an email back … i’ve been wondering for along time now… everything is orignal… even the hard kramer case. has the floyd rose on it and the locking nuts. play the 2 humbucks. thanks

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

        : Have any yamaha rgz’s. floyd rose tremlo.

        I have a very rare RGZ Custom. From what I have read it was only sold in Japan. I have no idea of how it made its way to Texas. Its a really great guitar from a sound standpoint. My only grip is the color which is a purple or magenta metal flake. I have dubbed the guitar "The Lipstick Lesbian: because its very pretty, but can be manly with its active pickups and Floyd Rose. It is missing the back spring plate and the 9 volt battery cover. All of which I intend to get from Yamaha to make the LL complete.

        1. Do you still have this Yamaha RGZ Custom?
          Anonymous

          Do you still have this Yamaha RGZ Custom? If so, would it be something you’d consider parting with, and for how much?

  9. left handed acoustic electric Takamine guitar
    Paul Vanderkooy

    In the market for a left handed acoustic electric Takamine guitar with a cut-away body style – used or new

  10. How much is my guitar worth?
    Mike Bogo

    HI Guys
    I have a 1986 USA Jackson Randy Rhoads Flying V (white) in excellent condition. The guitar’s serial# is 1676 and has the original Khaler tremelo system. I purchased it for $1200.00 in 1986. Is this guitar worht anything? Also is there any place on the web where I can find a listing of guitars and how much they are worth?

    1. Re: How much is my guitar worth?
      adam

      : HI Guys
      : I have an alverez that was made in 1977 i dont know how much it is but i can give u guys the serial number it’s 09119 the model number is 5210 i dont know if that means anything but i would really appreciate it if anyone can see how much it would be worth thanx for your time and hope u can get back to me. good luck to all u guys out there who’s looking to see how much yours is worth 🙂

    2. Re: How much is my guitar worth?
      john walters

      I purchased a yamaha fg 251 red label nippon/gakki/japan made guitar (serial # 80414) and haven’t been able to find out when it was made, whether it has solid top, or solid rosewood sides and back. I own an old fg 180 yamaha i bought back in 1968 when i went to college and would appreciate any imformation and price this instrument might be worth. thanks.

      1. Re: How much is my guitar worth?
        Glenn Webb

        : Not sure about yours. I am interested in knowing about your FG-180 though. I have a red label nippon gakki FG-230 12 string (1492282) that I’m trying to assess the value of. I bought it in 1986 and have been looking for a 180 to match.

        1. u know what mine worth?
          josh

          : : Not sure about yours. I am interested in knowing about your FG-180 though. I have a red label nippon gakki FG-230 12 string (1492282) that I’m trying to assess the value of. I bought it in 1986 and have been looking for a 180 to match.

  11. Store that sells Gretsch Guitars
    Frederick White

    I would like the name and address of any store that sells Gretsch guitars in the Norfolk, VA or Baltimore, MD areas.

  12. Vintage Yamaha
    Steven

    Hey,
    Can anyone tell me anything about my guitar? I know it’s an old guitar,
    maybe 70’s. The body kinda looks like like a Fender Jag’s body and the head
    is a bird like shape. There are two pickups. The model number is 3104.
    On the head under Yamaha is say’s Nippon Gakki Co Ltd. Please, can you tell
    me anything? Thanks

    Steven

    1. Re: Vintage Yamaha
      D C Sellers

      : hey I dont know what h appened I cant get rei of the lines ahead of my request What is a Yamaha acoustic FG 400 worth?

      F
      G400 worthHey,
      : Can anyone tell me anything about my guitar? I know it’s an old guitar,
      : maybe 70’s. The body kinda looks like like a Fender Jag’s body and the head
      : is a bird like shape. There are two pickups. The model number is 3104.
      : On the head under Yamaha is say’s Nippon Gakki Co Ltd. Please, can you tell
      : me anything? Thanks

      : Steven

    1. Re: GIBSON HUMMINGBIRD
      Fred B.

      : LET ME KNOW IF YOU RUN ACROSS A GIBSON HUMMINGBIRD.

      I have a 1961 Hummingbird in good condition that I might be willing to sell. The serial number is 31244. It is all original. Any interest?

        1. Re: GIBSON HUMMINGBIRD
          Jim Cretul

          : : : LET ME KNOW IF YOU RUN ACROSS A GIBSON HUMMINGBIRD.I have a 1968 ser #908703. I am considing selling. It should be on ebay in few weeks.

      1. Re: GIBSON HUMMINGBIRD
        ted waltrip

        : : LET ME KNOW IF YOU RUN ACROSS A GIBSON HUMMINGBIRD.

        I bought a 63 from an ols gentleman on dec 23. Hope you find one cause I’m taking this one to my grave!!

  13. Value of used PRS Custom 24
    Dave Nahra

    I have an emerald green PRS Custom 24 with tremelo and moon inlays in MINT condition. What is the retail and trade in value? Thanks for your help.

  14. hagstrom guitar
    MARY KING

    I HAVE A HAGSTROM, H45 ACOUSTIC, SUNBURST GUITAR.HAS TO BE AT LEAST THIRTY YEARS OLD.IN EXCELLENT CONDITION.I KNOW THE SWEDISH COMPANY ISN’T IN PRODUCTION ANY MORE, HOW MUCH COULD IT BE WORTH. THANK YOU.

    1. Hagstrom H45
      Anonymous

      Mary,
      Did anyone ever respond to your post?
      I also have a Hagstrom H-45 and may be interested in selling it. Do you still have yours?
      Bob

    1. Re: Gibson Hummingbird
      Victoria

      : Looking for a used Gidson Hummingbird at a decent price. It does not have to be in perfect shape but no major problems.
      Have you found your Hummingbird yet? I have a 1994 almost mint, barely played, with original case. Are you interested>?

  15. how much are my guitars worth
    alan Saidi

    I have a 1984 Jackson Sandimas prototype guitar which was recently tuned up (300.00) with a JB humbucker and original floyd rose temolo. excellent condition, shark tooth fretboard inlays. also a US made BC Rich Gunslinger with an original floyd rose and seymore humbucker, maple neck. both guitars are in excellent condition. Please give me your advise on how much I can get for these. Thank you.

    Alan Saidi

    1. Re: how much are my guitars worth
      Max McAllister

      I have a Fender Duo-Sonic. Maple neck, white pickguard, 20 frets, two pickups. Kind of very light yellow color. What can I get for it?

  16. 1987 25th anniversary white Acoustic/Electric Takamine
    Amanda Lyn

    What is my guitar worth? They were only made this one year and I’d like to know it’s value. E-mail me if you can tell me anything about it.

  17. What is my Gretsch worth?
    Michael Clark

    I have a two tone green anniversary Gretsch. It has 2 pickups. It came out in 1993, and I am curious how much it is worth.

    1. Re: What is my Gretsch worth?
      Barry Willmot

      : I own a Chet Atkins model Gretch.in in very good condition it has the original case with all paper work, instruction booklet display tag and certificate showing serial number etc. I think it is 1957 vintage. I am trying to get some idea of value for insurance purposes.

  18. Taylor 314ce or 414ce NEW.
    Eddie Ruiz

    Do you carry either of these? I have found the 314ce locally for about $1100. I’m looking for a better price. Thanks!

    1. Re: Taylor 314ce or 414ce NEW.
      R.G. Shields

      : Do you carry either of these? I have found the 314ce locally for about $1100. I’m looking for a better price. Thanks!

      I have found quite a few of these on ebay. 300 series seem to sell for about 200. less than that. Be careful who you buy from; check feedback carefully.

  19. Left handed Gretch White Falcon
    Mike dwyer

    Is there a left handed Gretch White Falcon anywhere in existence? I’d like to know where and how much it would cost me to acquire it.

    1. Re: Left handed Gretch White Falcon
      Pat Monty

      Yep!
      There sure is one in existence, and I own it!
      It’s beautiful, single cutaway, cadillac tailpiece and 2 top switches. Sorry, though it is not for sale.
      Hope you find one someday, they are truly magnificent guitars.

      Pat.

  20. what is the guitar worth?
    Yvette Lopez-Steiner

    We have A 1957 or 1958 Gretch, called the "Green Cadillac". It is in fairly good condition. What is the value of this item?

    1. Re: what is the guitar worth?
      guitarfinders

      : We have A 1957 or 1958 Gretch, called the "Green Cadillac". It is in fairly good condition. What is the value of this item? It can vary depending on the condition, if you want a price, send a picture to the above e-mail and we will get your info withing 48hrs.

  21. Martin 1920's Parlor Brazilian Rosewood Value
    Jerry Campos

    I picked up this 1920’s Martin steel string w/ snowflake inlay ebony fretboard Brazilian back sides w/ wood binding neck was reset plays and sounds incredible. What is it worth ??

    1. Re: Martin 1920's Parlor Brazilian Rosewood Value
      Jason Eugenides

      : I picked up this 1920’s Martin steel string w/ snowflake inlay ebony fretboard Brazilian back sides w/ wood binding neck was reset plays and sounds incredible. What is it worth ??

      What size is it?

  22. guitar info
    Hans E. Stahl

    I have some generic (i think) guitar that i’m trying to get some info about. The only markings on it say: C series SEC-5. Does anyone know anything?

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