Vintage guitars for sale: Manchester

The Fender electric guitar is a classic choice for right-handed players, known for its rare hollow Maple body. With a 6-string configuration, this electric guitar delivers the renowned Fender tone and quality construction. Perfect for musicians and enthusiasts alike, this instrument is a versatile option for a wide range of styles and genres
Vintage and very rare, this original Fender is in beautiful condition with a few light scratches to the pickguard, the rest of the guitar is as on the ... more

GRETSCH COWBOY AMP 6169 1955, WORKING ORDER APART FROM THE TREMOLO WHICH I HAVE NEVER BOTHERED
WITH SO NOT SURE WHAT IT IS WHY IT WONT WORK, IN ALL FOR ITS AGE ITS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION, MAIN WIRE WITH
THE 3 PIN USA PLUG HAS BEEN CHANGED TO CORRESPOND WITH THE UK SAFETY REGULATIONS
IE PROPERLY EARTHED' STEP DOWN CONVERTER IS INCLUDED IN THE SALE
MATCHES THE GRETSCH ROUNDUP GUITAR OR THE GRETSCH 6120 GUITAR WITH ALL WESTERN APPOINTMENTS
I WOULD MUCH PREFER PICK UP WITH CASH OR ... more

GRECO 6120 1988 WITH BIGSBY, EXCELLENT CONDITION FOR THE YEAR, HAS CRACKED PICKGAURD AND ONE TONE
KNOB MISSING BUT IF I FIND ONE I WILL ADD IT T9O THE GUITAR, COMES WITH CASE
THESE ARE HARD TO COME BY AND SOUND AS GOOD AS THEY LOOK WITH THE FILTERTRON PICKUPS
GREATA ACTION AND PLAYS PERFECT,
COLLECTION IS FINE OR I CAN POST FOR £60 UK MAINLAND ONLY
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1998 GRECO FA-6120 FAITHFULLY REPRODUCES THE TRUE SPECIFICATIONS OF THE ORIGINAL GRETSCH 6120
MADE BY FUJIGEN' RARE MODEL IN BLACK' FITTED WITH FILTERTRON PICKUPS
PLAYS AND SOUND'S GREAT' COMES WITH CASE WHICH HAS VERY SLIGHT DAMAGE TO THE BACK (PICTURED)
BUT DOES NOT EFFECT STORING OR CARRYING THE GUITAR
BETTER THAN ANY REISSUE GRETSCH
PREFER PICK UP WITH CASH OR TRANSFER OR MAY POST FOR AROUND £50 UK MAINLAND ONLY
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Beautiful, high-end true semi-acoustic guitar by Yamaha. Extremely rare. I??ve never seen one of these in the UK in this colour. I think based on serial number, and the Pearl series only being made between 1971-1972 that this is a 1971 guitar

Has had other tuners in the past but now has vintage correct tuners. Dent to neck pickup, which I??ve tried to picture - doesn??t affect the sound. Otherwise, has dents and wear to the body and neck as you??d expect from a 54 year old guitar. ... more

The Burns Sonic is a vintage electric guitar crafted in the United Kingdom by the renowned brand, Burns. With 6 strings and designed for right-handed players, this classic piece of musical equipment exudes quality craftsmanship and timeless style. Perfect for musicians and collectors alike, the Burns Sonic embodies the rich history and heritage of vintage British instruments. I??ve had this guitar for a few years, I??m having to slim down the collection but this would make a unique piece to any ... more

Two fender JBL d120f speakers for fender. Twin, working and sound lovely. Were in the amp when I bought it. They are quite heavy so switched to a lighter speaker to save my back ???. Can??t beat the sound though.... more

Arbiter SG vintage guitar ?? Made in Japan
This is a lovely vintage Arbiter SG, showing its age with plenty of character. There are quite a few signs of wear on the body, neck, and headstock (please see photos), but it still plays nicely and sounds great
The original tuning pegs have been replaced with new ones, which helps it stay in tune. One of the control knobs on the body is also a replacement
A couple of small things to mention if you want the guitar working at 100%:
The ... more

Up for grabs is my 1960s vintage hofner in wild rock'n'roll off-white fake crocodile vinyl, I bought this over a year ago from Germany as my back up guitar but decided it really wasn't right to take it out to shows and do it damage. the seller informed me it had been set up by philthy guitars in Burgstetten, a hofner specialist. I have kept the original flatwounds they put on as this was recommended but they are a little dull now. Overall in great condition but I must add there are a few ... more

Absolutely brilliant amp reverb trem uk made 1st reissue vox badged greenback 20watts el84 power valves and 12ax7 preamp valves it's got the cleans of a deluxe reverb and can overdrive like a bluesbreaker built like a tank I believe they were made so tough for the hire market in Canada top flips off via 4 bolts real easy to work on its had a bias pot installed I looked at mods for it and theyd already been done filter caps had been replaced too ill be selling more amps soon ive far too many
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Beautiful Arnold Hoyer Archtop guitar with floating Azzila Zoller jazz pick up
Nice low action and plays well, the fretboard is absolutely stunning and one of the nicest ones I??ve played, really great for jazz guitar (Charlie Christian etc). Also has a nice sound for folk / fingerpicking and I mostly played it unplugged but of course it has lovely warm / vintage sound when plugged in
Being an old guitar there are some things to be aware of - firstly a scratch on the front (see photos) ... more

Hayman Comet Guitar 1974 (see last 3 photos which guided dating)
Rare opportunity as these rarely come up for sale
The Comet was the predecessor of the Shergold Meteor
This Guitar looks to have been refinished in black, whether this was done at manufacturing or later, I wouldn't know. It has a well road worn body, please see photos. A couple of very small dings on the back neck. also has a replacement tip on the pickup selector
Other than that, it is all original including the pots... more

Absolutely wonderful guitar - sounds really great. I recorded this video of me playing it a few days ago: https: / / www youtube com / watch?v=H1mQ4Zhhos Comes in a 1960s hard case I'd prefer local collection.
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Watkins Copicat echo unit 70s. Works great, the covering has seen better days but the box is solid.
Pick up only due to previous issues with couriers etc
Cash on collection preferred no buyer arranged couriers. Thanks.... more

70s Watkins Copicat Super IC. In good condition and fully working. Tape will be replaced before sending .
Great unit for guitars, or anything else in a recording / mixng sense!
The WEM Copicat Tape Echo. This legendary unit has been a staple in studios and live setups since the '60s, known for its unmistakably warm, saturated echo and rich preamp character. Whether you're after classic slapback, psychedelic swirls, or gritty ambient textures, the Copicat delivers with a vibe that's ... more

This is a really niche cab

Made in Stockport with original speakers. I??ve wired it to a jack plug coming out of the cabinet but can easily be changed to a socket if needs be.

The Goodmans speakers sound great, both working well. Really cool old vintage cab, I??ve never been able to find any information about the maker / company K F

Made in Stockport circa 1960s

Both speaker cones look to be in good shape from what I can see peering through the ... more

Watkins Copicat tape effects unit . In well used condition. I'll leave the more musical and technical of you to interpret my Dad's notes on its condition. Had decades of use but still in working order.... more

EKO RANGER 6 ACOUSTIC GUITAR.
Plays like a dream
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Used Aria Pro Mk2 Nashville guitar. It looks and sounds great. It has a slight mark on the side of the fretboard, barely noticeable. There is also a small crack near where the neck meets the body but it doesn??t affect the playability. It has a Wilkinson bridge and Aria tuning heads.... more

Vintage WEM Solid-state Watkins Copicat effects until. Very well used. Needs tape replacing and has plate missing off the back. Comes built into case complete with power cable, pedal and jack all attached.... more

Fender amp can
Quite rare
Has been used as you can see in the photos
Great bit of kit
Comes with adapter but not the original
Great for practice or if you??re a collector
Please study pictures as they form part of the description
Thanks for looking
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Classic Fender Bassman 1x15?? speaker cabinet, manufactured in Fullerton, California. Big, round vintage bass tone. This cab has been re-covered in textured plastic tolex (not original, and not professionally done) and has replacement casters which stick a little
All that said, it??s working and sounds great ?? ideal for someone after vintage Fender tone who doesn??t mind the rough exterior. Perfect for a rehearsal space, studio, or live use
Due to size and weight, local collection only... more

Rare Yamaha HR 1500 in excellent working order. Seems to have been made for the Japanese market, but this was purchased new from a music store in the Liverpool area around 1989, so has a slightly odd backstory. Barely used and been in the loft most of that time. Tested by a sound engineer who wanted to buy it, but I said I would try my luck on here
Collect from South Manchester... more

Great sounding cabinet with 2x Celestion Vintage 30 speakers. Few marks on the casing as shown in the photos. I don??t drive so collection only unfortunately
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Fun little vintage amp with normal / overdrive channel and built in tremolo
In decent condition, but due to it's age some cosmetic dings here and there
A fun little practice amp for someone who wants something with some history! It's been used to get some unique tones in the studio also if that's your thing
Pickup only on any amps. We're in Manchester City Centre
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This vintage John Grey & Sons, London Broadway Banjolele comes with a case and offers a unique addition to any musical instrument collection. With its rich history and distinctive sound, this banjolele is a piece of musical heritage from a bygone era. Made by a renowned maker in London, this instrument carries with it the craftsmanship and quality that is synonymous with vintage musical instruments. Perfect for folk and world music enthusiasts or collectors of vintage string instruments, ... more

Delve into the realm of music with the Stagg 20 AAR Acoustic Guitar Amplifier, a solid-state combo designed to cater to your sonic needs. Whether you're strumming an acoustic, plucking a bass, or striding an electric, this versatile amp is equipped to amplify your sound with clarity and depth. The single speaker configuration ensures a focused audio experience, perfect for practise sessions or small performances

The amp features a user-friendly layout with a single channel, ... more

Used acoustic guitar from Aria, comes with a soft zip up case. A couple of nicks on the body but otherwise in serviceable condition.... more