Posts Tagged Vintage

1959 Gibson ES-330 TC Thinline Archtop Electric (consignment) SOLD

On May 22, 2013 / SOLD

Here’s something rare and special – a 1959 Gibson ES-330 TC Thinline Archtop Electric.

The ES-330 was introduced in 1959 and discontinued in 1972. Along the way, in 1968,an optional ‘longer’ neck – one that joins the body at the 19th fret but has the same scale length – became available and many of the later versions have this option.

Oddly, the 330’s biggest claim to fame isn’t as itself. Gibson sent a version to Epiphone to take advantage of that dealer base, where it became the Casino. It turned out to be a favourite guitar with one of those British bands that sold a few records in the mid 1960’s.

1955 Gibson J-185 Sunburst (consignment) SOLD

On May 21, 2013 / SOLD

Tags: acoustic, Gibson, J-185, Vintage

1955 Gibson J-185 Sunburst (consignment) SOLD

Here is a lovely 1955 Gibson J-185 Sunburst. Introduced in 1951 as a smaller alternative to the big Super Jumbo models like the J-200, the J-185 offers similar aesthetics (though it’s nowhere near as decorated!) with a shorter scale length (24.75 inch, as with the J-35 and most Gibson electrics).

1959 Gibson J-200 Sunburst No Longer Availalble

On May 17, 2013 / No Longer Available

Tags: acoustic, Gibson, j-200, Vintage

1959 Gibson J-200 Sunburst No Longer Availalble

Here’s a wonderful 1959 Gibson J-200 Sunburst.

Gibson introduced the J-200 in 1938 as the top of the line. It was originally named the Super Jumbo, then in 1939 renamed the Super Jumbo 200, and in 1955 got its current name. Because of its position at the top end of Gibson’s line, production quantities have never been high.

This example is in excellent structural condition and is very clean and glossy. It’s had some maintenance over the years, including a refret, and is ready for many more years of use.

No longer Available!!! 1999 Left Handed Gretsch 6119LH Tennessee Rose

On May 13, 2013 / No Longer Available

Tags: archtop, Gretsch archtop & thinline, left handed, Tennessee Rose, Vintage

No longer Available!!! 1999 Left Handed Gretsch 6119LH Tennessee Rose

ere’s a lovely 1999 Left Handed Gretsch 6119LH Tennessee Rose. We don’t see a lot of this model, and even fewer in left handed. The Tennessee Rose is a modern rendering of the Tennessean, which was very popular with British bands during the early to mid 1960’s.

This particular guitar was built a few years before 2003, when Fender stepped up to an agreement with Gretsch. Likely built in the Terada plant where most ‘pro-line’ Gretsch guitars are now made, this is an excellent instrument.

2008 Gold Sparkle PRS McCarty Archtop II SOLD

On May 13, 2013 / SOLD

Tags: archtop, electric, guitar, made in USA, Maryland, McCarty, Paul Reed Smith, PRS, solidbody, Stevensville, The Twelfth Fret, thinline, Vintage

2008 Gold Sparkle PRS McCarty Archtop II SOLD

This is a wild 2008 Gold Sparkle PRS McCarty Archtop II! Custom built for a prominent Canadian touring band, this unusual instrument has been well maintained and is ready for the stage or set. Paul Reed Smith introduced the McCarty Archtop and Archtop II in 1998, but discontinued it in 2000. Most of the McCarty archtops have carved mahogany back and mahogany sides, and spruce top. This Archtop II,(and its silver-sparkle sister) has carved maple top and back, and maple sides.

2008 Silver Sparkle PRS McCarty Archtop II SOLD

On May 13, 2013 / SOLD

Tags: archtop, electric, guitar, made in USA, Maryland, Paul Reed Smith, PRS, solidbody, Stevensville, The Twelfth Fret, thinline, Vintage

2008 Silver Sparkle PRS McCarty Archtop II SOLD

This is a spectactular 2008 Silver Sparkle PRS McCarty Archtop II! Custom built for a touring band, this unusual instrument has been well maintained and is ready for the stage or set. Paul Reed Smith introduced the McCarty archtop in 1998, and this version was produced until 2000.