The Ibanez Vintage Page

Old Ibanez Catalogs from 1965 to 1978 and many Pictures of the early area of ibanez Guitars. See all the Things who want you allways to see about ibanez. Guitars, Basses, Effects, Mandoline, Banjos, Pricelist, Artist Models.

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453 thoughts on “The Ibanez Vintage Page”

    1. Re: Ibanez thinline
      Mike Malcolm

      : I currently own one Ibanez thinline copy 1970,s model, could anyone tell me more about it

      Made them for a couple of years in 70-71 ish….copy of the Fender 69 model. Ibanez called them 2368 and 2369 with single and humbucker pups if memory serves..exported under name of Antoria too…great guitars!

      1. Re: Ibanez thinline
        Rick Torres

        Also exported under the name "Crown". Mine has a Gibson scale 24.75 neck, A Maxon type 1 PAF in the neck position and a standard PAF sized "Wide Range Humbucker" copy in the bridge position.

        : : I currently own one <b style="color:black;background-color:#ffff66">Ibanez</b> <b style="color:black;background-color:#a0ffff">thinline</b> <b style="color:black;background-color:#99ff99">copy</b> 1970,s model, could anyone tell me more about it

        : Made them for a couple of years in 70-71 ish….<b style="color:black;background-color:#99ff99">copy</b> of the Fender 69 model. <b style="color:black;background-color:#ffff66">Ibanez</b> called them 2368 and 2369 with single and humbucker pups if memory serves..exported under name of Antoria too…great guitars!

    1. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
      chantal

      :
      : I have a white and black Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series guitar,RS 440 with 2 Ibanez custom pick-ups, Floyd Rose Tremolo system, and push/pull volume knobs, serial number L853043. I have looked at all Ibanez galleries, books and in the guitar blue book and have not been able to find this model. I wanted to sell mine, could you tell me the value of this guitarre,

      Wilson Picquet

    2. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
      Dustin

      :
      : I have a red Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series guitar, with 2 Ibanez custom pick-up and push/pull volume knobs, serial number L853043. I have looked at all Ibanez galleries, books and in the guitar blue book and have not been able to find this model. How many did Ibanez make and why are they so hard to find?

    3. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
      shugar ray jiri

      : I have the same Black Ibanez with 2 humbuckers, push pull pots for single coil and gold Vibrato and hardware. The neck is finished in black too.
      The Guitar has a c 84…. ser. no, and was sold to me in 84 as a prototype. I think about selling it now and it’s still in great shape and plays perfect. But i don’t know what it costs today. Back then I paid 1200.-CHF, like a 950$ today.
      Today this kind of guitar is hard to find and costs a lot more.
      i think i’ll post it on ebay

      1. Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
        edney

        I saw some words
        about a Ibanez roadstar series II , and I have one .
        The number series
        mine is : k854008 . I supose was made in 1985 . Have you some information about
        this model ? I was looking for some notice about in web , but i hadn4t nothing
        about .
        If somebody can help me
        please send me a message .
        My name is Edney ,
        and I live in Brazil .
        Tks .
        Edney
        55 11 9459-7611

        1. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
          Rob c.

          : I saw some words
          : about a Ibanez roadstar series II , and I have one .
          : The number series
          : mine is : k854008 . I supose was made in 1985 . Have you some information about
          : this model ? I was looking for some notice about in web , but i hadn4t nothing
          : about .
          : If somebody can help me
          : please send me a message .
          : My name is Edney ,
          : and I live in Brazil .
          : Tks .
          : Edney
          : 55 11 9459-7611

          Usually 3 single coils with a 5 way switch and a mini toggle switch for phase, non locking tremelo and one of the finest necks you will ever get to play short of custom shop guitar. Made at the same company as the fender japan guitars which sell very highly on Ebay. They evolved into the current RG series guitars.In mint condition they sell for 500 dollars or more which is a great deal if you can find one.

    4. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
      Warren Kistenborker

      i have a green ibanez that originaly had 3 single coil pick ups on it, i customed it and it now has a seymour duncan pearly gates humbucker on the bridge. it also has string locks (not custom). i was woundering if anyone had the same type. beacause it seems like they made one that was different everytime. if you google the guitar, i have never found the same exact one. im just woundering if anyone knows how much they are worth in a good condition

      1. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
        ROB C.

        : i have a green ibanez that originaly had 3 single coil pick ups on it, i customed it and it now has a seymour duncan pearly gates humbucker on the bridge. it also has string locks (not custom). i was woundering if anyone had the same type. beacause it seems like they made one that was different everytime. if you google the guitar, i have never found the same exact one. im just woundering if anyone knows how much they are worth in a good condition

        500 DOLLARS

    5. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
      nicolas

      i have the seim guitar, and i wold like too know the seim thiks,,if you now some thing please let me now. the serial number is h851348

      1. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
        ROB C.

        : i have the seim guitar, and i wold like too know the seim thiks,,if you now some thing please let me now. the serial number is h851348

        Made in 1985 in japan one of the nicest necks ever made from the same company that made the fender guitars. they are of very good quality.

      2. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
        hiproof

        : i have the seim guitar, and i wold like too know the seim thiks,,if you now some thing please let me now. the serial number is h851348
        H, is for the month, 85 is the year ,the # 1348 from what i have read.

    6. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
      kc

      I have the same model and have yet to see, or hear :), one like it anywhere. I think the fact that there is no publications on it, and its value, make it a collectible in some respects. I think Ibanez made very few of these, before they began having their guitars manufactured elsewhere. Does yours have the unfinished neck?

      1. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
        Rob C.

        : I have the same model and have yet to see, or hear :), one like it anywhere. I think the fact that there is no publications on it, and its value, make it a collectible in some respects. I think Ibanez made very few of these, before they began having their guitars manufactured elsewhere. Does yours have the unfinished neck?

        finished one piece maple neck and fretboard matching color headstock. you will not find many as they are over 25 years old. They have evolved into the current RG series as in Roadstar Guitar= RG.

      2. Re: Ibanez roadstar 2 series guitar, 1985
        gforce

        I too have one. All black. It appears to have been bought b/w 1985-90. Its a stock version, with 3 single coil pick-ups, 3 volume and tone controls and a 3 way switch for the pick ups. It has a floating bridge, but the strings are not locked down. Havent been able to get much information from the net.

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

      I have a black Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series guitar, with 2 Ibanez custom pick-ups, Floyd Rose Tremolo system, and push/pull volume knobs, serial number L853043. I have looked at all Ibanez galleries, books and in the guitar blue book and have not been able to find this model. How many did Ibanez make and why are they so hard to find?

  1. EARLY 60'S IBANEZ model 884, 1st Ibanez electric?
    Larry

    I have one like the one on this page:
    http://www.ibanezregister.com/Gallery/groups/kosaku%20nakamura.htm
    He calls it a Vintage 60’s, Ibanez 884. Was this their 1st electric. It sure looks like it! My first guitar (1961) was an Ibanez acoustic, which looked like the acoustic equivalent of that electric, REALLY FUNKY, but the electric is actually a better ax, the 884 I have now is actually made well, just primitive! I’m selling it, but don’t know WHAT TO ASK? ANYONE SEEN ANY FOR SALE?

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

        Hi Larry
        the 884 is not the first solid body, the step goes back to 1957, Theres a lot of mega rare models. Take a look to my page: http://www.sixties-ibanez.com Greets Hasy

        : I have one like the one on this page:
        : http://www.ibanezregister.com/Gallery/groups/kosaku%20nakamura.htm
        : He calls it a Vintage 60’s, Ibanez 884. Was this their 1st electric. It sure looks like it! My first guitar (1961) was an Ibanez acoustic, which looked like the acoustic equivalent of that electric, REALLY FUNKY, but the electric is actually a better ax, the 884 I have now is actually made well, just primitive! I’m selling it, but don’t know WHAT TO ASK? ANYONE SEEN ANY FOR SALE?

    1. Re: SG ibanez
      Gary

      I had a wine Ibanez SG I bought brand new in ’72. I liked it so much my next giutar was the real thing. It wasn’t even close to as nice playing or sounding as the Ibanez.

      There were a number of different SG models made through the ’70’s. They were made in 2 and 3 pup versions inc. a Bigsby or Tuneomatic style bridges.

  2. ibanez Les Paul Custom
    Art

    I have a ibanez Les Paus custom no serial number, all original in good condition with case. unsure what year, purchased guitar over 15 years ago from a pawn shop. Guitar finish is a black and gold sunburst with gold colored pick-up, and keys. trying to determine value, pictures available

    1. Re: ibanez Les Paul Custom
      ROY PUTRA PERDANA

      EMANK KALO IBANEZ TIPE LES PAUL NGIKUTIN BANGET AMA GIBSON LES PAUL, KALO SUARANYA MASIH PAKE HUMBECKER GAK, APA DIA MAKE TIPE GITAR YANG STRAT KAYAK FENDER ATAU TIPE JAKSON

      1. Re: ibanez Les Paul Custom
        MrMayhem

        The serial number is the answer, first is a letter that indicates the month it was made IE A is jan B is feb etc then next two number will be the year e.g 75

        : Hi there !

        : I think Your Guitar is made before 1975 or 1973, because that was the year Ibanez began printing serial numbers into their guitars…. as far as i know..
        : I have a Les Paul Lawsuit standard , also without serial number….
        : Flemming Pedersen, Denmark
        : : I have a ibanez Les Paus custom no serial number, all original in good condition with case. unsure what year, purchased guitar over 15 years ago from a pawn shop. Guitar finish is a black and gold sunburst with gold colored pick-up, and keys. trying to determine value, pictures available

        1. Re: ibanez Les Paul Custom
          rob

          HI, i have a ibanez les paul custum august 1977, with all the gold plate hardware, black in colour. with case in mint condition. could anyone please tell me how much this guitar is worth please. ive tried all over the place to get a valuation, many thanks [email protected]

        2. ibanez c764485
          leo bure

          : The serial number is the answer, first is a letter that indicates the month it was made IE A is jan B is feb etc then next two number will be the year e.g 75

          : : Hi there !

          : : I think Your Guitar is made before 1975 or 1973, because that was the year Ibanez began printing serial numbers into their guitars…. as far as i know..
          : : I have a Les Paul Lawsuit standard , also without serial number….
          : : Flemming Pedersen, Denmark
          : : : I have a ibanez Les Paus custom no serial number, all original in good condition with case. unsure what year, purchased guitar over 15 years ago from a pawn shop. Guitar finish is a black and gold sunburst with gold colored pick-up, and keys. trying to determine value, pictures available

      2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Flemming Pedersen
        Flemming Pedersen

        Hi there !

        I think Your Guitar is made before 1975 or 1973, because that was the year Ibanez began printing serial numbers into their guitars…. as far as i know..
        I have a Les Paul Lawsuit standard , also without serial number….
        Flemming Pedersen, Denmark
        : I have a ibanez Les Paus custom no serial number, all original in good condition with case. unsure what year, purchased guitar over 15 years ago from a pawn shop. Guitar finish is a black and gold sunburst with gold colored pick-up, and keys. trying to determine value, pictures available

        1. 1973 ibanez les paul !!!
          NOWMON

          After all the talk about these lawsuit guitars ,the big thing about them too me is the fact that they are 25.5 in necks.they play like a strat !! I have a 1973 black les paul custom Ibanez and to me it`s better than a Gibson…

        2. Ibanez Custom Les Paul Copy Super 70s serial number h771132
          kiki

          I have an Ibanez Custom Les Paul Copy (Super 70s) with serial number h771132. I got it back when I was about 14 yrs old in 1982/1983 from the original ower (I’m 43 now). I’m trying to determine the year it was made and what is estimated value is. I think it was made in 1977. Any information you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Just picked it up the other day to play it and it sounded great…will never part with it! Thanks!

          Kiki

    1. Re: Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent 1976 or 1977
      tom

      : I am the original owner of an Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent that I purchased in 1976 or 1977. I ordered tobacco sunburst but they shipped an all-black guitar. I’m glad they did. The pearl inlay on the body and mandolin head really stands out. The gold plating is a bit tarnished and the handle is missing from the case. Beyond that, It is in great shape. Any idea on the value of this guitar?

      1. Re: Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent 1976 or 1977
        sam

        : : I am the original owner of an Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent that I purchased in 1976 or 1977. I ordered tobacco sunburst but they shipped an all-black guitar. I’m glad they did. The pearl inlay on the body and mandolin head really stands out. The gold plating is a bit tarnished and the handle is missing from the case. Beyond that, It is in great shape. Any idea on the value of this guitar?
        I WAS OFFERED 5500.00 FOR MINE IN 2006.

    2. Re: Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent 1976 or 1977
      tom

      : I am the original owner of an Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent that I purchased in 1976 or 1977. I ordered tobacco sunburst but they shipped an all-black guitar. I’m glad they did. The pearl inlay on the body and mandolin head really stands out. The gold plating is a bit tarnished and the handle is missing from the case. Beyond that, It is in great shape. Any idea on the value of this guitar?

      1. Re: Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent 1976 or 1977
        Vern McShane

        I have a tobacco sunburst 2405 Agent. I have seen them on ebay with buy it now prices from 6 or 7 hundred to around two grand. Does yours have a serial number stamped on the back of the headstock? All of them I have seen do, but mine has no serial number.

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

      I am the original owner of an Ibanez 2405 Custom Agent that I purchased in 1976 or 1977. I ordered tobacco sunburst but they shipped an all-black guitar. I’m glad they did. The pearl inlay on the body and mandolin head really stands out. The gold plating is a bit tarnished and the handle is missing from the case. Beyond that, It is in great shape. Any idea on the value of this guitar?

    1. Re: 78 Artist parts
      Chris M

      : Does anyone know where I can find a bridge with studs, sustain block, tailpiece with studs and ornament for an old Artist?

      Did you ever find a source for parts? I have the same problem, for a 1978 2630 Artist (similar to ES335).

  3. Ibanez Roadstar Series II
    Chris

    My Ibanez’s wires have gone haywire so i am hoping someone can help me figure out what model i have so i can get the diagram from Ibanez.
    The back model number is G862668. I can’t remember what went where. PLEASE HELP
    Thankx Gorny

    1. Re: Ibanez Roadstar Series II
      Warren

      you can easily just use another guitars skematics if it has the same knobs. i totally rewired my guitar with a 5 dollar solderer from ace hardware. i also have a ibanez roadstar 2 series

  4. Ibanez-Greco Les Paul wanted
    Stefano

    I’m looking for an ibanez/greco les paul 1970-1978. I prefer the custom one, maybe sunburst with set neck. I’m Italian, so I’ll accept only offerts from Europe because of import taxes.

  5. Ibanez vintage pickup rings
    Secti

    I’m looking for cream or black pickup rings for bridge position humbuckers found on Icemans, Destroyers, Rocket Rolls, or any other flat top solid body from ’78-’85-ish. These were 1-13/16 inches wide, NOT 1-3/4 inches like all others, including current Ibanez pickup rings.

    I’ve had absolutely no luck finding these, so any help would be greatly appreciated.

    1. Re: IBANEZ ROADSTAR 2 BASS .....SN# A864527 DATE WHEN MADE ?
      Richard

      : DATE WHEN MADE WHAT IT IS WORTH? Ibanez Roadstar 2 basses ang guitars date code is. A – L = January (A); December (L). The next two numbers are the year mkade. sn# A864527DSa , Was made in January 1986. If in good shape I would pay between 300.00 and 700.00 depending on model. Hope this helps

    2. Re: IBANEZ ROADSTAR 2 BASS .....SN# A864527 DATE WHEN MADE ?
      josh

      : DATE WHEN MADE WHAT IT IS WORTH?

      the first two numbers of the sn tell you when it was made so yours was made in 1986, and its worth any where from $100-350

    3. Re: IBANEZ ROADSTAR 2 BASS .....SN# A864527 DATE WHEN MADE ?
      richard culpepper

      : all ibabez guitars bass or leads used a system which used lettera of alfabet a-L for month / second 2 digets are the year/ exampel e=may e8546258 means 1985 hope this healps [email protected]

    4. Re: IBANEZ ROADSTAR 2 BASS .....SN# A864527 DATE WHEN MADE ?
      Bud

      : DATE WHEN MADE WHAT IT IS WORTH?

      your guitar was the 4527th guitar made in 1986. i have no idea on value

    1. Ibanez Les paul copy
      josh

      I have a Ibanez Les Paul gold top copy and I’m trying to find out the value of it. I can’t find a date on it I heard that it came out about late 60’s to 70’s. The pickguard has been taking off and the trebble pick up had been changed a crome plated to a hum not sure what kind.

      1. Re: Ibanez Les paul copy
        Eddie

        is there a serial# on the back plate?
        They are mostly chambered hollowbodies!
        Mine is awesome, 1970
        _______________________________

        : I have a Ibanez Les Paul gold top copy and I’m trying to find out the value of it. I can’t find a date on it I heard that it came out about late 60’s to 70’s. The pickguard has been taking off and the trebble pick up had been changed a crome plated to a hum not sure what kind.

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

      I recently aquired a Ibanez Les paul copy from may of 1977. This this is as close to mint as you can get without being new. It is a dark burgandy with the pearl inlays on the neck but doesn’t have binding or inlays on the headstock although the body has a white binding. It also has an E/2 in an odd shape on the truss rod cover. The design of the cover is such that the top screw isn’t centered and there isn’t a screw hole in the center so I know it hasn’t been changed. The only other Guitar I have found that on was a 1982 Real Gibson Explorer. Anyone have any Ideas on what this is.

  6. Ibanez 1977 custom
    Brett

    I recently got my hands on a 1977 custom with a boly on neck, while identifying the neck as ibanez is no problem I have my concerns about the body. It is very light, has a flat back without a contour as I’ve seen on other ‘bez les paul copies and appears to have some shoddy workman ship in regards to the neck/body join. Please help me identify my custom.

    1. Re: Ibanez 1977 custom
      illuminati

      My cousin has the same type of thing. It is definitely an Ibanez neck, but in the body cavities the work is shite, eg. the wood hasn’t been sanded flat, there is splinters sticking out all over the place, etc. Any help for me or Brett?

    1. Re: Ibanez 369 Acoustic
      warren jurgens

      we just picked up one of these at a garage sale with case for $10 US. looks like a student level guitar. I’m assuming it is plywood sides and back…. I think the top is solid.

      Warren

      : Anyone know anything about the Ibanez 369 Acoustic. I have one that is about 35 years old and not sure of the materials it is made of.

      : Thanks, Kim

    1. Re: Ibanez 369 Acoustic
      Maikel Nait

      DREADNAUGHT
      No. 369
      Full lenght: 41" Body: 19 3/4 X 15 3/4 "
      Body depth: 4 1/2 " Neck: 1 3/4 "

      Fine grained spruce top
      Three-piece Queen Mahogany-Maple wood inlay strips.
      Beutiful simulated pearl inlay around the top and soundhole.

  7. 1977 Les paul custom
    Bob Livi

    A Friend just passed on a 1977 Ibanez Les Paul copy to me Black with cream dimarzio pickups custom Ibanez tail piece black and white binding brass hardware..this guitar has a pickup tap switch built between the control knobs..Looks like grover machine tuners with stars in the middle..All hardware is pitted from sitting in a damp basement for a few years but the neck is still perfect..any ideas how to restore the hardware back to brass finish??

    1. Re: Ibanez CN200
      ROB STEVENS

      Hey there Kip – I’ve got an antique white Ibanez CN 200 all original in A- to B+ condition. Serial No.H781347 The keys
      have oxidized somewhat and the gold flying fingers pickup
      covers are worn a bit but the body is in great shape and it plays well. There are no dings, belt scratches, or other
      cosmetic flaws. I wasn’t sure if the violin finish you
      mentioned was mandatory so I figured I’d write you anyway.
      Nice to find someone with like mind and a hankerin’ for
      fine vintage guitars. Hope to hear from you.

      Rev. Rob

  8. Ibanez V390 1981
    Bruno

    I bought new in early 80’s an Ibanez V390 (S/N : 05811056H). I’d like to sell it (I’m in Paris / France). I’m looking for an average price for this guitar.
    Thanks a lot.
    Bruno

    1. Re: Ibanez V390 1981
      michael

      : I bought new in early 80’s an Ibanez V390 (S/N : 05811056H). I’d like to sell it (I’m in Paris / France). I’m looking for an average price for this guitar.
      : Thanks a lot.
      : Bruno

      salut bruno. je vis aussi à paris et je suis interressé.
      mon numéro de tel est le 0676892253
      a bientot

  9. Ibanez Artist Super Edition ( HANDMADE MODEL )
    William Park

    I own this model, it is a two tone flamed top with all the goodies. Can anyone tell me more about this guitar

    1. Re: Ibanez Artist Super Edition ( HANDMADE MODEL )
      allen kline

      : I own this model, it is a two tone flamed top with all the goodies. Can anyone tell me more about this guitar
      I had one of 200 series, ithad the best eltronics I ever saw , it is as good a guitar as one needs, I may buy one agian.——Allen Kline

  10. Ibanez Les Paul 78 Colour?
    Dave

    Im the proud owner of a 78 Ibanez Les paul, I aquired this secondhand, the previos owner (?) had very professionally had it painted gloss black, the underside is a reddish varnish finish with a white edged trim. Would anyone have any idea what the orinal finish’s Ibanez came out with, I don’t want to damage it by trying to strip the black off. Has anyone tried to replace the pickups and to what effect? Im thinking of trying a semour duncan ’59 in the bridge, Any suggestions other than that. Thanks

    1. Re: Ibanez Les Paul 78 Colour?
      77 custom

      awesome find dude! i’ve been playing guitars
      since 77. never knew the quality of these guitars
      until last week one showed up at a local pawn shop.it’s a little beat up. i strung it up,put a input jack on it and the thing intonates better
      than my gibson 93 les 3 pickup! i stripped a 5
      paintjob 82 hamer special with no ill effects. it
      sounds better too. i’ll never sell my 77 custom!
      http://www.soundclick.com/self-united/

    1. Re: ibanez roadstar 2
      tanaykishore

      well guys i have an ibanez roadstar 2 series as well but unlike alot of you guys i have a double humbucker pickups and two tone knobs and a volume knob, its got a floyd rose, gold accessories, and a cherry sunburst over a birds eye maple body witha rose wood fret boarrd. neways i you guys do get a hit on the price of the guitar….please lemme know wanting to sell it off even though i love it dearly but i need the money so like yea thanks….oh and if you guy know of anyone whio wants to buy it lemme know as well…..thanks guys….peace

    2. Re: ibanez roadstar 2
      hwasusu

      :i have white
      roadstar2 w/floyd
      i have dean markley hb in bridge
      2 empty slots in mid and neck
      1 vol and no tone or switch -more empty
      slots etc L853156
      plate is black
      i love this thing…and stays in tune

    3. Re: ibanez roadstar 2
      Bigaygeon

      : i have a japan made ibanez roadstar 2 series 6 string, single pickup, floyd rose tremolo,single knob..is red w/ gold writing..serial# c861638 trying to find cost new and value today along with other info

      Your guitar was made in March of 1986 and it was the 1638th guitar made that month. They sell for $200-$500 or so depending on condition

      1. ibanez roadstar 2
        edney

        I saw some words
        about a Ibanez roadstar series II , and I have one .
        The number series
        mine is : k854008 . I supose was made in 1985 . Have you some information about
        this model ? I was looking for some notice about in web , but i hadn4t nothing
        about .
        If somebody can help me
        please send me a message .
        My name is Edney ,
        and I live in Brazil .
        Tks .
        Edney
        55 11 9459-7611

    4. Re: ibanez roadstar 2
      Alistair

      I have Black Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series Guitar made in Japan serial no A830451.

      My guitar has been customised and has a active EMG 85 in the bridge, a single coil Strat pickup in the middle & 2 combined Jeff Beck pickups in the neck. The EMG has a on/off switch & Duracell 9v battery & the neck pickups have a booster switch.

      It has a custom made mirrored Scratchplate , 2 volume controls , a 5 way toggle switch & has straplocks fitted also.

      It has 21 fret maple neck

      There are little specs of silver in the body work which give it a space effect.

      1. Re: ibanez roadstar 2
        Warren

        i customed mine so it has a pearly gates seymour duncan in the bridge and i had 3 lipstick pick ups originaly and i kept 2 of those on there. everything else is the same but mine is a dark metalic green with a black pickgaurd.

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

      i have a japan made ibanez roadstar 2 series 6 string, single pickup, floyd rose tremolo,single knob..is red w/ gold writing..serial# c861638 trying to find cost new and value today along with other info

        1. Re: Ibanez roadstar series II pro rocker bridge
          Marin Milosevic

          : I am interested in parts. Can you contact me at [email protected]

          : : : I have a Pro Rocker bridge (chrome) that I’m wrecking – all parts are available.
          : I need also Ibanez Roadstar tremolo bridge.
          Who has this tremolo bridge please contact me at [email protected], Thanks, Marin

    1. Re: Ibanez roadstar series II pro rocker bridge
      Chris

      wow my dad gave me the same bass guitar! thats cool! It is so hard to get anything for this model! i cant even find any pics lol! so **** ing rare

    2. Re: Ibanez roadstar series II pro rocker bridge
      Patrick

      My father gave me the same guitar. I cannot find it anywhere either. I added Seymour Duncan pick-ups and it sounds pretty good.

    3. Re: Ibanez roadstar series II pro rocker bridge
      Shae

      Me too! I have a 1985 Ibanez pro rocker but I cant find anywhere that sells those replacement parts.. a piece in my bridge has broken and i cant really do anything.

    4. Re: Ibanez roadstar series II pro rocker bridge
      judd

      holy crap! I have the same exact identical problem.

      I would love to find a pro rocker for my roadstar…but… can’t. They aren’t in production anymore to my knowledge.
      The only way to get one is off another roadstar. I saw a used one at guitar center..but… come on. Pay $200…. for a pro rocker?

      So I’m looking at other options.

      But one of my "things" whatever they are called… broke off rendering the entire wammy useless.

      1. Re: Ibanez roadstar series II pro rocker bridge
        mr-ibanez

        send me an email, i have parts. http://www.Mr-Ibanez.com

        : holy crap! I have the same exact identical problem.

        : I would love to find a pro rocker for my roadstar…but… can’t. They aren’t in production anymore to my knowledge.
        : The only way to get one is off another roadstar. I saw a used one at guitar center..but… come on. Pay $200…. for a pro rocker?

        : So I’m looking at other options.

        : But one of my "things" whatever they are called… broke off rendering the entire wammy useless.

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

      I have an Ibanez roadstar series II from my father, early 80’s model and the bridge has a piece broken. It is a pro rocker bridge and I can’t find it anywhere. I need some help please. Thanx!

  11. Ibanez Carved Strat copies
    Paul P (via moderator)

    Just checking to see if there is anyone out there with one of the carved strat copies-Ibanez had Carl perkins promoting them and he owned two of the three models Ibanez produced-ya just don’t ever see ’em around- I may be interested in purchasing one for the right price-would at least like to know where these gutars are?

    1. Re: Ibanez Carved Strat copies
      Harry

      I have got one! It’s the version with the botanical figures. The other two had an eagle carving or a dragon carving. If you drop me your email adress I could send you some high grade pictures of my guitar. You can understand that I too am curious about the other 2 versions. I hope that one day I will be able to add them to my collection of 100 Ibanez guitars (all from the 70’s copy period).
      Harry

    1. Re: Anyone seen this headstock ?
      Rob C.

      : I have an old Paul copy with ‘open book’ looking headstock. No serial or markings anywhere at all. I have no idea what this guitar is or who
      : made it.
      Ibanez made these gibson copys until they were sued. You will see these listed as pre-lawsuit guitars.They were made in the early 70’s till about 1977.
      : Please look at my pics they are at:
      : http://zrtech.freeservers.com/metalsite/myguitarpics/blacklp.html

      : Has anyone seen this symbol on a headstock before ???

    2. Re: Anyone seen this headstock ?
      Brandon

      It looks like a MANN, I had one once upon a time without the covered pickups. But the "MANN" had the same markings on the headstock! Any stamp under the neckplate? Hope this helps!

  12. Ibanez Les Paul 70s body wood
    Pete Downes

    HI. I have a 76 Ibanez Les Paul and I want to find out what wood these were made of as I want to replace the pickups. I find with the stock PUs the top disappears when volume is reduced, also tone control only kicks in around 2 or 3 on knob. Want to find the best replacement for my purposes as the neck on this guitar is fabulous.

    1. Re: Ibanez Les Paul 70s body wood
      Olaf Reijnders

      : HI. I have a 76 Ibanez Les Paul and I want to find out what wood these were made of as I want to replace the pickups. I find with the stock PUs the top disappears when volume is reduced, also tone control only kicks in around 2 or 3 on knob. Want to find the best replacement for my purposes as the neck on this guitar is fabulous.

      They were made of Mahogany with a Birch top.

  13. 70's or early 80's Ibanez Tele Bass
    Jimmy Lloyd Rea

    I am looking for a late 70’s– early 80’s Ibanez Tele Bass. If you have one and want to sell it, please contact me. Thanks !!

  14. I have a korina collection
    August Worchell

    I just bought a lot of three 1970’s korinas, a flying v, explorer and a flying v bass. since the bass is an oddball, how much could this collection be worth and will it be worth more in the future?? everything is totally original except for the bridge pickup on the explorer which i am searching for. I

    1. Re: I have THE korina V for sale
      August Worchell

      If anywones interested I have a factory perfect near mint 1976 lawsuit Ibanez V posted on ebay. Just put in keyword Korina Ibanez and you’ll find it.

    2. Re: I have a korina collection
      August Worchell

      : I just bought a lot of three 1970’s korinas, a flying v, an explorer, and a flying v bass. Ive never seen the bass before, it looks just like the V.. it’s an oddball, how much could this collection be worth and will it be worth more in the future?? everything is totally original except for the bridge pickup on the explorer which i am searching for. I

  15. 1981 Ibanez acoustic guitar
    serge

    model v300bs, serial number starts with 81 which i guess was the manufacturing year and it is written <hand made in japan>. How much is it worth today ?

  16. 70's Ibanez Les Paul Black - Pearl Inlay
    Jerry

    I have a black 70’s Ibanez Les Paul copy with pearl inlay on the body, head and neck. The inlay on the head is a challis. The head is uniquely carved with "swirls" as is the pickup guard. The pickups have "Ibanez" stamped in them. Sound familiar to anyone? Can you suggest the model name or number? Any idea of the value?

    1. Re: 70's Ibanez Les Paul Black - Pearl Inlay
      edward davis

      : I have a black 70’s Ibanez Les Paul copy with pearl inlay on the body, head and neck. The inlay on the head is a challis. The head is uniquely carved with "swirls" as is the pickup guard. The pickups have "Ibanez" stamped in them. Sound familiar to anyone? Can you suggest the model name or number? Any idea of the value?

      sounds like you have a custom agent. the worth varies with condition but It could be in the $400 – $800 RANGE
      WANN SELL IT.

  17. * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
    Peter

    I am looking to purchase a "prelaw suit" Black les paul custom. A set neck would be great but I am open to buying a bolt on. If anyone is interested in selling please let me know. Thanks in advance.

    1. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
      Rebecca Furr

      : I am looking to purchase a "prelaw suit" Black les paul custom. A set neck would be great but I am open to buying a bolt on. If anyone is interested in selling please let me know. Thanks in advance.
      Hi, Don’t know if you’re still looking for an Ibanez Les Paul copy but if you are, I may be willing to sell my Black "Custom Agent" Les Paul copy with a set neck. This is an awesome guitar and I would never sell it except that I am in dire need of some $. I’ve owned this guitar since the early 80’s and it is in pretty decent shape and I’m pretty sure it’s all original with case. Let me know if you’re interested.

    2. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
      Matk

      I’ve got a starburt Les Paul model purchased in 1973. Mint. MOP inlay w/black pick guard. I played accosutic my whole life and am finaly getting rid of it. If interested, shoot me an email ASAP.

      Be safe… marl

      1. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
        Mark Kurasz

        I’ve got a starburt Les Paul model purchased new in 1973 (I believe – 2350cs) Mint condition… I played accosutic my whole life and am finaly getting rid of it. If I played it 5 times, I’d be surprised. If interested, shoot me an email as I will be taking it to a music store within next few days. It has abolone shell chalis on head-stock and vines on neck. One of a kind… very rare indeed, particularly in Mint. Comes with original case and additional 1974 Damarzio pickups.

        Be safe… mark
        P.S. Please list something about guitar in subject so I don’t think it’s spam.

    3. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
      brett Despain

      Still looking for that guitar. I have one. It is in pristine condition. Black with MOP inlay on the neck and gold pickups. righteous guitar.

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

        I have a black w/aged white purfling Ibenez les paul copy originally purchased in 1971 in Kendallville IN. I am not that familiar with the pre-lawsuit thing. It has original gold hardware, double humbucker w/2volume 2tone controls with a three pos switch. Orig pickguard (forward screw hole area broken off, but still attached and holding), rectangular inlays on fretboard, with the 4 pc diamond with diagonal slash on headstock. (like Gibson, only other way?) Says "custom" on truss rod adjustment cover. Has original case, good condition, guitar in fair to good condition with corrosion on hardware, finish checking, belt scratching etc. Looks cool, as far as I can tell electronics work well. Interested? Haven’t set a price yet. Make a range offer. Can send pictures. Thanks!

    4. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
      eric kemp

      I have a friend who owns a les paul from Feb 1977. if you give me your eMail address I’ll put you two in contact. he has fotos, etc.

      1. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
        Tom

        I also have a ’77 PF200. Would be interested in another. I do not collect them, I play them! Pre or post, makes no difference to me. I’m not paying 4 digit prices just because it’s name brand…..

        1. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
          frankie lee-cooper

          I have a 77 lawsuit ibanez les paul, bolt on neck, dark brown, with original case , i have owned it from new , , pick ups are super 70’s gold hardware, Interested contact me on [email protected]
          Regards Frankie

          1. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
            robert Brownlee

            I own a deluxe 59 er model les paul, mint condition. has a bolt on neck and super 70s pu.

            If interested call email me.
            Robert

    5. Re: * Wanted Ibanez Pre-lawsuit Les Paul...
      Don

      : I am looking to purchase a "prelaw suit" Black les paul custom. A set neck would be great but I am open to buying a bolt on. If anyone is interested in selling please let me know. Thanks in advance.

      I have a friend that has a "pre-lawsuit" Les Paul (Ibanez)with a bolt on. It’s a tobacco sunburst. Interested?

    1. Re: ibanez strato 2375 bk 1977
      Shane Panneton

      : i sell an old strato (1977) ibanez in good conditions with case.
      : pictures on demand.
      I do not wish to buy it but i have the same thing and i would like to know some more about it. also how much is it worth and would like to see the pictures. Thank u

      1. Re: ibanez strato 2375 bk 1977
        Peusi

        : : i sell an old strato (1977) ibanez in good conditions with case.
        : : pictures on demand.
        : I do not wish to buy it but i have the same thing and i would like to know some more about it. also how much is it worth and would like to see the pictures. Thank u
        :Me too, can you say how much it is and… ? Thanks

    1. Re: ibanez doubleneck 2402 ivory 1976
      f

      : i want to sell my old doubleneck ibanez. with hardcase .
      : pictures on demand.6 &12 strings with dimarzio pickups.
      how much would that be?

    2. Re: ibanez doubleneck 2402 ivory 1976
      peter

      : i want to sell my old doubleneck ibanez. with hardcase .
      : pictures on demand.6 &12 strings with dimarzio pickups.

      i wonder how much do you whant for the guitar,and if it possible to shipp the guitar to sweden,and if you have some pics you can mail me.

      best regard peter.

    3. Re: ibanez doubleneck 2402 ivory 1976
      Martin Zappettini

      : i want to sell my old doubleneck ibanez. with hardcase .
      : pictures on demand.6 &12 strings with dimarzio pickups.

      I’m interested in buying your guitar. Can you send me more info and pictures to my mail??

      Regards,
      MArtin

      1. Re: ibanez doubleneck 2402 ivory 1976
        thomas david

        how much do you ask for the ibanez doubleneck 2402 if he isn’t sold yet… And if he’s sold, how much did you get for it?
        thomas

    1. Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series, 1985
      John Castro

      I have a black Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series guitar, with 2 Ibanez custom pick-ups, Floyd Rose Tremolo system, and push/pull volume knobs, serial number L853043. I have looked at all Ibanez galleries, books and in the guitar blue book and have not been able to find this model. How many did Ibanez make and why are they so hard to find?

    2. Re: Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series
      Dave

      Gday, it would have been built in june 1985, the F is the month and the first 2 numbers are the year
      : I have an Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series guitar, single pick-up, Floyd Roise Tremolo Bar, serial number F852011. Would like to know date manufactured. Thanks.

    3. Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series
      Gill

      Ooops,

      I have an Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series guitar, single pick-up, Floyd Rose Tremolo Bar, serial number F852011.

      Would like to know date manufactured and Model.

      Thanks.

    4. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Gill
      Gill

      I have an Ibanez Roadstar 2 Series guitar, single pick-up, Floyd Roise Tremolo Bar, serial number F852011. Would like to know date manufactured. Thanks.

    1. Re: Hardrocker trem parts needed
      Randy

      I have a complete bridge still shrink-wrapped in Ibanez’s aftermarket packaging. I have a source in Idaho (Chesbro) for possibly more.. : If anyone has any ibanez hardrocker parts they would like to sell please contact me.thanks dan

      1. Re: Hardrocker trem parts needed
        simon

        : I have a complete bridge still shrink-wrapped in Ibanez’s aftermarket packaging. I have a source in Idaho (Chesbro) for possibly more.. : If anyone has any ibanez hardrocker parts they would like to sell please contact me.thanks dan
        im looking to buy a hardrocker trem could you please forward you contact in idaho

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