Vintage guitars for sale: Newcastle

Heavily road worn Marshall 100watt Super Bass from 1969 / 1970 (as confirmed by Marshall). Model 1992. With matching 4x12 Greenback cab
The head has just been fully serviced by Root Two Amplification In South Shields. No repairs were needed, the valves are balanced beautifully and the bias was adjusted slightly. The amp was said to be in fantastic condition internally and it was noted that it has been very well looked after
The amp has bucket loads of character and still works. It has ... more

Here is my 1979 Gibson Les Paul Custom in Tobacco burst with 81 / 85 EMG pickups, genuine TP-6 fine tuner tailpiece and original vintage case.
This thing is dripping in mojo with its ?well used but not abused?? genuine play wear / patina, and sounds like an absolute beast thanks to the active EMG pickups.
Frets are of the low & wide variety that this era of Gibson are known for, freshly polished with a silky smooth ebony fingerboard and low action?? this thing plays like butter. ... more

Here is my 1959 ES125T, this stunning vintage guitar is a brilliant players grade piece of history.
Unfortunately, the hardware and electronics aren??t original- modern gold Kluson tuners, vintage genuine Gibson trapeze tailpiece in gold, modern strap lock buttons, unknown but possibly boutique? P90 pickup & pots.
There is also a gloss black pickguard to go with this (not photo??d).
Looking at the heel, I??d expect that the neck has been reset at some point in its life but can assure... more

This Burns Flyte is a extreemly rare and iconic Guitar .
Made by Newcastle born Jim Burns in the 1970's, it is still one of the most unusual and futuristic looking Guitars we have ever clapped eyes on It's Design was inspired by the shape of the famous Conchord Aircraft and it does truly look, with one flick of its wings, like it could be off soaring through the stratosphere
We are selling this Burns for Adam Ian Sykes the renowned Guitarist from famed Newcastle based ,wild and wonderful ... more

1978 Marshall JMP Mk2 Master Model 100W Lead valve head
I have owned this amp since 1989. Since acquiring it, the only part replaced has been the fuse holder. Everything else is as it has been throughout my ownership. It has also been serviced by Martin Ballinger of Stoneham Amplification
This is a fully working, genuine 1978 example in excellent condition for its age and well above average for a late-70s amp. It has clearly been carefully looked after and presents extremely well ... more

This Magnificent, Semi Acoustic Burns TR2 was created by the famed Geordie Guitar maker Jim Burns in 1963-65
It was a revolutionary Guitar for its time, as it was the first Active Guitar on the Market, with an added booster to the Bridge Pick Up
It is also the only semi acoustic that Burns made, beautifully crafted with carved solid front and back, and a wild, horned body shape, it is a guitar with one hell of a swagger! Originally given an Orange SunBurst Finish, this colour has has ... more

This Vintage Burns Split Sonic guitar is an incredible example of the genius of Burns as a guitar maker and electronics innovator Designed and made by this talented Geordie, Jim Burns in the 60's, his pickup settings allow an amazing diverse range of tones .
The Split Sonic setting (that the guitar is named after )splits the pick ups so just the three treble poles on the Bridge pickup and the 3 bass poles on the neck pick up are activated, so it almost sounds like you are playing both a ... more

This Vintage Guild D25CH Dreadnought was made in America in 1972. It's a gorgeous guitar with a bright, warm, full tone and excellent projection. It's a versatile all rounder, good for both finger picking and rhythm. It cuts through in a session, playing alongside others and as a solo instrument
It's the first version of the D25CH with a solid Mahogany braced back
All original parts with solid Mahogany top and sides, Brazilian Rosewood Fingerboard and Bridge
Restored by renowned ... more

This very rare Smith Mel O bar Guitar was designed by Walt Smith in 1967 to be a lapsteel (45 degree neck) so it can be played standing up like a Guitar. The first Melobars were made in the Mosrite Factory in Califorina. After Mosrite closed in the early 70's, some exMosrite makers set up the Rosac factory and made 300 Melobars for Walt Smith This Melobar was made in 1972 and is one of the Rosac 300
It can be set up for 6 to 10 strings. It was played by many famous slide players in the 60's ... more

Tranquillo Giannini GN-70 classical vintage acoustic guitar
Right-handed, 6-string configuration
Made 1972 in São Paulo, Brazil (See inner photo label for specifics)
Classy guitar made of fine woods, including Brazilian Rosewood
I inherited this guitar many years ago from the person who originally bought it. It has a few small and minor ?dings?? here and there, but I must say it is in excellent shape given it is almost 54 years old, and has been regularly cleaned and maintained ... more

The Asturias 3349 is a high-quality, handcrafted classical guitar made in Japan in the 1980s. It's designed as a flamenco guitar with a double scratch plate, slimmer body and slightly higher action than a normal classical guitar. This Asturias is renowned for its exceptional warm tone, frequently associated with the well-respected Japanese luthier Masaru Matano
It is beautifully made with Indian Rosewood back and sides, a solid Cedar top, and Indian Rosewood fretboard. It has intricate ... more

This rare Vox was produced between 1970-71 and made in Japan. The V G.2 electric guitar, was the most popular from Vox??s catalogue at the time. Its double Humbuckers, each with their own tone and volume control (with lovely Japanese vintage 70's knobs) and a 3 way switch, give it a great range of different sounds!
This particular guitar is all original bar our installation of a new nut. It has had a full re-fret, Curvy Sounds set up and is playing like a dream! One hell of a guitar!
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Selling one of my Levin guitars Model 123, serial number 386372 Excellent condition Only selling as I have too many guitars Plays nicely, I have lightweight strings on it Loads more info on this guitar on the webpage vintage-guitars se This one will be 1958 / 59 according to the serial number The website is great if you are into Levin guitarsPlease ask if you need any more info. Sale does not include the strap.... more

This Encore Bass is not quite what it seems .It may have Encore written on the Headstock but the body parts of the Guitar are in fact Japanese made in the late 1970's by the same factories that made Jedson's and then put together in the early 80's, giving it that Matsumoko look inspired by a 60's Burns!
Its a shortscale bass and with a Curvy Sounds Set up, it is now playing so beautifully, with a sweet full voice that makes the high notes ring out as sweet as the low bass notes boom!
A ... more

Epiphone Embassy
Excellent condition and fully functional
Pick up from Chopwell, Newcastle upon Tyne... more

Vintage 12-string guitar from early 1970s. In good conditionfor the age, with a recent set of new strings. One small repair to the body - which was damaged before it was originallybought in the shop back in the 1970s when another guitar fell on it. There area few accumulated scratches and marks reflecting its age and having been used, see the images.
The guitar still plays well
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Vintage Teisco / Kawai ET-200 electric guitar, likely late 1960s??early 1970s, made in Taiwan. Classic Japanese ??catalog guitar?? with a really cool retro look and vibe
Finished in sunburst with twin chrome pickups, original vibrato tailpiece, and all the quirky styling these are known for
Condition:
* Plugged in and produces sound
* Will need a proper setup and tuning
* Strings are currently on but loosely fitted and should be replaced
* Would benefit from a thorough ... more

The Kay Kansas 1950s Vintage Parlour Guitar is a classic acoustic guitar designed for right-handed players, featuring a smaller parlor body style and a rich brown finish. Made in Romania, this vintage guitar boasts a 6-string configuration, perfect for creating a warm and authentic sound reminiscent of the 1950s era. The Kay brand is known for producing high-quality instruments, making this guitar a valuable addition to any musician's collection looking to capture the essence of vintage guitar ... more

Aria ACH-1 chorus pedal. Made in Japan
S / N 012462
Working, sounds great, just selling as not used too much... more