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Vintage guitars for sale: San Francisco

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Gibson ES-335TD with Maestro Vibrola 1965 in Sunburst

Gibson ES-335TD with Maestro Vibrola 1965 in Sunburst

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8000

Meet up in Daly City Internet Safe Exchange Zone at City Hall (located at 333 90th Street - located next to Daly City Police Department)
Up for sale is a vintage 1965 gibson es335 in sunburst with a factory Maestro Vibrola
I just polished the frets, conditioned the fretboard and set up with 10-46 gauge strings.
It??s ready for a new home.
I have pictures of the pickups but fb only allows 10 photos, I can provide additional pictures
Examples from this year with a factory ... more
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1983 Gibson Les Paul Custom Silverburst, amazing player & tone

1983 Gibson Les Paul Custom Silverburst, amazing player & tone

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$7500

Selling a *phenomenal* player ?83 LP Custom in Silverburst. Seriously, this belongs on stage or in a world-class studio.
Pickups are original (still have the stickers on the PU rings) and they scream. Amazing low and smooth action. The flip-out tuner arms are all present and functional, if you dare use them lol.
I spent literally 21 years looking for a Silverburst (since Aenima came out!) until I found this one. Unfortunately a year later I ended up permanently disabled and can??t play. ... more
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1946 Martin 00-17 Acoustic Guitar

1946 Martin 00-17 Acoustic Guitar

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5500

Mahogany top, back & sides
It sounds and plays as one imagines that a great guitar of this vintage would. Clearly balanced with noticeable richness. It's in good condition for its age with quite a lot of expected dings, scratches and wear - adding lots of character
There are 2 impact dings (pictured) on the bottom bout side that do not go completely through the wood. Both are not visible on the inside
One of the end pins is plastic while the others, probably not original, are ... more
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1970 Martin 00-21 Acoustic Guitar

1970 Martin 00-21 Acoustic Guitar

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4500

Spruce top, Indian Rosewood back & sides - lacquer finish
The sound has the qualities that only come with aged wood and lots of playing. It has beautifully resonant volume, tone and sustain - all with a remarkable ease of playing in all registers
The tuning machines and pickguard are probably replacements. There are some minimal finish dings and scratches along with typical humidity and / or temperature crackling in some areas of the lacquer. Otherwise, it's in very good condition for... more
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1974 Fender Telecaster Custom Natural with Maple Fretboard

1974 Fender Telecaster Custom Natural with Maple Fretboard

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4200

Up for sale is a '74 Fender Telecaster Custom in Natural finish. This guitar is in "player" condition. The body has extensive finish checking and dings. If you are looking for an authentically relic'ed Telecaster Custom, this is it. The neck is in great shape. There is some finish that has flaked of at the 12th, 13th, 14th fret ends on the top of the neck, one small scratch at the 12th fret and that is about it. There is some fretware but it is playing well. The lower frets could use a ... more
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Rickenbacker 4001 1979 Maple Glo

Rickenbacker 4001 1979 Maple Glo

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3399

There may be more pristine 1979 Rick 4001's out there, but I'd venture there are none prettier than this one. Absolutely stunning piece of maple. Plays as well as it looks. I'm the 2nd owner of this bass and bought it off a guy who got it new in high school. This bass was barely played for decades
It came to me with a shim under the nut which actually works really well with the setup. The neck and fretboard are perfect. No dead spots. The frets have plenty of life left in them. The setup is ... more
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1969 Gibson ES-120T Rosewood Fingerboard | Maple Top | Mahogany Sides | Original

1969 Gibson ES-120T Rosewood Fingerboard | Maple Top | Mahogany Sides | Original

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2499

This is a beautiful thinline hollow body guitar and the black pickguard / housing is not cracked which is rare in this model I do not know if the case is original or not. I will fill this case with the guitar and tight bubble wrap to protect the guitar during shipping. The volume and tone knobs were a little crackly at times but they seem to work fine now. As far as I can tell everything is original. You can take a look and decide for yourself. The p-90 pickup from 1969 is amazing and it makes ... more
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Vintage Vox Phantom IV V210 Bass - the ??Fang?? Bass from the 60??s!

Vintage Vox Phantom IV V210 Bass - the ??Fang?? Bass from the 60??s!

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2450

Here??s a rare Vox Phantom IV bass from the mid-60??s. This model was especially associated with Phil Volk of Paul Revere and the Raiders, nicknamed Fang. It looks like an artifact from the Flintstones era!The Phantom IV was designed in London in 1961 for Vox. They were manufactured in England and Italy through 1966
This one is in good condition for its age (about 60 years old!). I believe it is all original, though it??s hard to confirm that. It comes in its original hard case. No doubt ... more
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VINTAGE 1967 FENDER VIBRO CHAMP-AMP AA764 AMPLIFIER (A18153)-TESTED & WORKING

VINTAGE 1967 FENDER VIBRO CHAMP-AMP AA764 AMPLIFIER (A18153)-TESTED & WORKING

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2400

UP FOR SALE VINTAGE 1967 FENDER VIBRO CHAMP-AMP AA764 AMPLIFIER (A18153)-TESTED & WORKING
THIS ITEM IS TESTED AND IS WORKING GOOD AND SOUNDS VERY NICE. SERIAL NUMBER # A18153 I DID TEST THIS ITEM WITH AN IPOD AND I TEST BOTH INPUT'S INPUT 1 & INPUT 2 BOTH INPUT'S ARE WORKING GREAT BUT THE INPUT 2 IS MISSING THE LOCK NUT AS PICTURED. I DID NOT TEST THIS ITEM WITH A GUITAR. PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO TO LISTEN TO THE SOUND OF THIS UNIT.
SO FAR THIS ITEM IS WORKING AND SOUNDS GREAT BUT ... more
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Vintage 1893 SS Stewart Banjo Very Rare (Please See Picture)

Vintage 1893 SS Stewart Banjo Very Rare (Please See Picture)

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2200

Vintage 1893 SS Stewart Banjo Very Rare (Please See Picture). Shipped with USPS Priority Mail.... more
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Vintage Gibson Melody Maker D Cherry  1965

Vintage Gibson Melody Maker D Cherry 1965

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000

Up for sale is a Gibson Melody Maker D Cherry from 1965
Serial Number: 516434
The pot codes date to 1965
These were made of single piece Honduras Mahogany for the body and Brazilian rosewood fretboard.
Guitar, unplugged, has rich resonance and you can feel the vibration throughout the guitar.
Comes as shown, no case or gig bag
No breaks or repairs.
This example is all original, except for the pickups
The pickups have been replaced with a pair of Curtis Novak MM-90 ... more
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1982 Solista Model 10 Classic Exclusively Guitar All Solid Made In Spain

1982 Solista Model 10 Classic Exclusively Guitar All Solid Made In Spain

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1800

1982 Solista Model 10 Classic Exclusively Guitar All Solid Made In Spain. Condition is Used. Local pickup only.... more
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1985 Ibanez Pro Line Series Electric Guitar,  Model PR 1660 - Original Case

1985 Ibanez Pro Line Series Electric Guitar, Model PR 1660 - Original Case

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

The 1985 Ibanez Pro Line Series Electric Guitar, Model PR 1660, one year production, is a vintage right-handed solid body 6-string electric guitar. It is part of the original Pro Line Series, known for its quality craftsmanship and distinctive sound. This model comes in its original case. Only one year production making it a desirable collector's item for fans of vintage musical instruments and electric guitars. With its classic design and iconic brand, this Ibanez guitar is sure to be a ... more
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1979 Aria Pro ?? TSB-550 Tri Sound Bass -Owned by Neal Schon - Journey

1979 Aria Pro ?? TSB-550 Tri Sound Bass -Owned by Neal Schon - Journey

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1499

This came from a similar matching set of a PE and Tri-Sound TSB-550 that was given to Neal Schon from Aria Company, Made by framed Matsumoku Factory, Japan. Designed by Mr. Hayashi for a possible endosement, Aria Pro II PE-NS Guitar.
Neal Schon is not just a guitarist, a multi-instrumentist, vocalist, collector and innovator (Schon Guitar)
I was able to obtained only the bass from Schon's Production, Concord CA back around year 2000. It was suppose to come with COA from Neal, but due to ... more
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1980

1980's Kramer - Focus 6000 Electric Guitar -Black- Made In Japan - Excellent

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1299

ALL ORIGINAL MIJ 1980's KRAMER FOCUS 6000. In excellent condition. Few dents and one paint chips See Photo. First owner, barely used. Click on photo for close up viewing as this is the actual item and its condition. Comes with a hard case.... more
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1978 Ibanez Challenger Guitar - Made In Japan  - RARE

1978 Ibanez Challenger Guitar - Made In Japan - RARE

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1299

This is a 1978 Ibanez Challenger. This is the 94th guitar from the original production run. Challengers are RARE and production started in June 1977. Never feature in the Ibanez catalog. Challenger guitars first appeared in the July 1977 Ibanez price list, but were gone by 1978. Due to the lawsuit filed against them
The model number for this guitar is 2575BK. Challengers were manufactured by the great Fujigen Gakki in Japan.... more
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Gibson GA-5 Skylark 5-Watt 1x8" Guitar Combo Amp 1959

Gibson GA-5 Skylark 5-Watt 1x8" Guitar Combo Amp 1959

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

If buying for pickup , meet up spot below:
Meet up in Daly City Internet Safe Exchange Zone at City Hall (located at 333 90th Street - located next to Daly City Police Department)
This vintage Gibson amplifier is in good cosmetic condition, with normal wear and weathering to the cabinet covering and handle. Has original bumblebee tone capacitors.
Very similar to a vintage fender champ, but at a 1 / 3 of the price.
Modifications / Repairs: Replaced electrolytic capacitors ... more
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Tweed Princeton clone loaded chassis 5F2-A

Tweed Princeton clone loaded chassis 5F2-A

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$740

A clone made with the best components available. Soursound transformers (correct voltages and output transformer based on original units), their stuff is top notch and made right here in the states. Capacitors and resistors are new old stock with new electrolytics underneath old paper sleeves as a nod to 50s amps. Quality vintage sockets. Runs quiet. Compatible with 8 ohm speaker
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1965 Gibson Melody Maker Pickups - Original Matched Set

1965 Gibson Melody Maker Pickups - Original Matched Set

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

Pulled from a 1965 melody maker d
In full working order
Comes as shown... more
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Gibson SG Junior Case 1964-1968 Chipboard Case 1960s SG Special-Jr. Melody Maker

Gibson SG Junior Case 1964-1968 Chipboard Case 1960s SG Special-Jr. Melody Maker

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400

Circa 1965 Gibson SG Case. Chipboard Gibson SG case with "GIBSON" badge on the case-pocket cover.
Wear and tear as shown, all latches work, everything appears original.
This is a great case for any original mid 60s Gibson SG- Standard, Special, Junior, or Melody Maker SG.
The exterior is sort of a black-pebble texture.
The handle is intact
Please check my other listings for vintage gibson melody maker parts.... more
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Vintage 1967 Jensen Speaker C12Q 8 Ohms (reads 6 3 ohms) 220720 *NEEDS A RECONE*

Vintage 1967 Jensen Speaker C12Q 8 Ohms (reads 6 3 ohms) 220720 *NEEDS A RECONE*

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Rare vintage Jensen C12Q
Pulled from a Silvertone cab
Reads 6 3 ohms on a meter, would work perfectly fine with a 4 ohm or 8 ohm amplifier. This is the ultimate speaker for your vintage Fender, bar none
NEEDS A RECONE. Been sitting for a long time and is dusty. Original paper cone has tears and dust cap is deteriorated. Ted Weber will do it for like $100 Ships free
Thanks for looking!... more
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VINTAGE SB-300 80

VINTAGE SB-300 80's 90's Sebring Electric Guitar

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$250

Tested Works Great. Very good cosmetic condition Comes with soft case.... more
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Vintage Washburn 8 String Bowl Back Mandolin

Vintage Washburn 8 String Bowl Back Mandolin

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$200

The Vintage Washburn 8 String Bowl Back Mandolin is a rare and sought-after piece of musical history, dating back to the early 1900s. Made with high-quality materials such as Maple and Walnut, this mandolin exudes craftsmanship and beauty. With its unique 8-string design and vintage charm, this mandolin is perfect for collectors or musicians looking for a distinctive sound. Made in the United States by Washburn, a reputable brand known for producing quality stringed instruments, this mandolin is... more
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VINTAGE EPIPHONE GALAXIE 10 TUBE GUITAR AMP

VINTAGE EPIPHONE GALAXIE 10 TUBE GUITAR AMP

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

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Vintage Fender Leather Strap 1950s 1960s Black Pre-CBS PARTS: PARTIAL STRAP

Vintage Fender Leather Strap 1950s 1960s Black Pre-CBS PARTS: PARTIAL STRAP

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

Vintage early Fender leather strap in good condition
Missing the other half of the strap that buckles to this main piece
Ships free
Thanks for looking!
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Fender Frontman Vintage for Amp Guitar 38W PR 241 120V 60Hz In Excellent Cond

Fender Frontman Vintage for Amp Guitar 38W PR 241 120V 60Hz In Excellent Cond

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$60

The Fender Frontman Vintage for Amp Guitar 38W PR 241 120V 60Hz is a powerful 120-watt solid-state amplifier designed for electric guitars. This combo amplifier features two channels and two speakers, and connect your headphones making it perfect for practice sessions. With an impedance of 8 ohms, this amp is suitable for a variety of electric guitars and offers reliable performance for musicians looking for a versatile and high-quality sound system. Perfect for musicians in need of a dependable... more
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1975 Original Gibson Thin Electric Acoustic Series- 8 page Brochure-MINT BB King

1975 Original Gibson Thin Electric Acoustic Series- 8 page Brochure-MINT BB King

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$50

For sale is an original 1975 Gibson Thin Electric Acoustic Series brochure featuring BB King. The brochure is in mint condition and contains 8 pages of information about this vintage guitar. This item is a great addition to any musician's collection, with its rich history and exceptional craftsmanship. The brand of this guitar is Gibson and the exact year is 1975. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to own a piece of music history!
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