Vintage guitars for sale: Mosrite

Rare, Rare, Rare!

This is the actual guitar - not a copy!

Original Red American Made 1960??s Mosrite Ventures II Model - slab body

Just like Johnny Ramone??s Guitar

The HOLY GRAIL !
Yup ?? this is it!
With original case


This is the real thing ?? not a Japanese copy
Complete with case

100% original


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Up for sale, a 1966 Mosrite Combo Bass in near-mint condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case and hangtag. One of Mosrite??s more unique short scale models and essentially a semi-hollow iteration of the Joe Maphis, the Combo bass?? original production run was limited to 1966-68. This Mosrite bass was crafted in Bakersfield, CA, 100% original save for a replacement pickup selector switch (original included).
The semi-hollow maple body sports the iconic ... more

Up for sale, a circa 1978 Mosrite Ventures Model in excellent condition, complete with a hardshell case. This Mosrite was produced in an era of particularly small production totals, when Semie Moseley had briefly taken up residence in Yuba City, CA
The most popular and enduring instrument produced by the Mosrite company, the Ventures model was a joint venture between Mosrite founder Semie Moseley and the band The Ventures. While there have been a fair share of reissues and copies over the ... more

Vintage USA
1966 Mosrite Celebrity III 12 String 3-12SB Electric Guitar
Original Sunburst Finish
All Original, Repair Free & In Excellent Condition Overall
With Non Original TKL Hard Case
No Issues
Weighs 7 Pounds, 5 Ounces
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Condition Description:
This Vintage 1966 Mosrite Celebrity III 12 String is an all original player and is in excellent vintage condition overall for a 57 year old vintage ... more

Up for sale is a RARE 1966??1967 Vintage Mosrite Combo, finished in classic Sunburst, made in the USA during the Bakersfield era under Semie Moseley. These early Mosrite guitars are highly sought after for their unique tone, fast necks, and iconic design, famously associated with the California surf and country scene
? Details
Brand: Mosrite
Model: Combo
Years: 1966??1967
Era: Bakersfield / Semie Moseley Period (1960s)
Made in: USA
Finish: Sunburst
Fretboard: ... more

1968 Mosrite bass guitar with hard case, see pics for condition. Tested works as it should
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Up for sale is a sleek and great sounding 1966 Mosrite Joe Maphis Model Bass in its original natural finish. This example is in great shape and is entirely original including the Mosrite branded tuning keys and knobs. Overall in very good condition less some scatterer play wear and finish checking surrounding most of the body. Super cool and fun bass!
Pro Setup in house and ships with its original hardshell case
Weight: 8lbs. 7oz
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Rare, Rare, Rare!

This is the actual guitar - not a copy!

Original American Made 1959 Mosrite pre- Ventures Model

Octave over six

Set neck
Side Jack
Real Vibramute - with muting bar !
Bound Body

Hand made by Semi Mosley himself in 1959
One of 4 ever made
One of only 2 now known in existence

This is the real thing ?? not a Japanese copy
Complete with case

100% original


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I bought this bass last year from a Japanese music shop. I modified the body to house Bartolini Rickenbacker 400x pickups. The body has a few dings, chips and scratches but no crack. The neck has minor chips and scratches but no cracks or gouges. The trussrod moves freely and the frets are in good condition, none of them are dead or dented. The bass comes with the original tuners, pickguard, bridge, pots, knobs, switch, strap buttons, and switch cap. I will include a pickguard that I made for it... more

This Guitar is all original. Had the local Guitar Center check it out and replace the strings. Everything worked as it should. Pickups and pots are working great and it plays well.
Guitar is in very good shape for its age and only has minimal wear and blemishes
It comes with the original hard case which shows some wear and is not perfect
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The internet is flooded with Mosrite Ventures, most ridiculously priced, and all claim to be "rare " This is actually rare
In 1965, Mosrite of California made a very limited run of the Ventures II model before renaming the line the Mark V. As the story goes, Semie Moseley's brother greenlit the Mark II with a thinner, faster neck than the original and a thinner "slab" body. They made a few hundred (estimated) before Semie put a stop to the "ugly" slabs and insisted on implementing the ... more

Up for sale, a 1970s Mosrite Ventures Model in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. A continuation of the Ventures Model legacy, this guitar follows the stylings of the 1960s USA-made Mosrites, but was produced in Japan in the '70s as a result of an agreement between Semie Moseley and the Firstman company. All the hallmarks of classic Mosrite design are present on this model, with a deep German Carve on the rare ash body, ... more

Here's a all original 1967 Mosrite Mark V. Made in the legendary Bakersfield, California factory. In 1967 this guitar was ordered by "The Winnipeg Piano Co" in Manitoba, Canada. The case is a period correct, Canadian made, Fender hard case. It is not the original Mosrite case
I purchased this guitar from it's owner in Winnipeg, and brought it back to the United States (documented). It does have dings in the lacquer. Please see all photos for condition. I currently have the tremolo bar off. I... more

Up for sale, a 1965 Mosrite Ventures Model bass in excellent condition and in perfect working order. A genuine vintage USA-made example, this Mosrite bass was crafted in Bakersfield, CA, 100% original save for a professional refret
The basswood body has a prominent German Carve, and the maple neck is capped by a bound Brazilian rosewood fretboard. This Ventures Model bass has a bold thump and thick growl via the hotly wound neck position single coil, with a focused punch accentuated by the ... more

Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars, please google us for deals and additional photos on our website.
Lovies Guitars is excited to present this 1960??s Mosrite Hollowbody Electric Guitar in a classic natural finish. This rare vintage piece showcases Mosrite??s iconic design and craftsmanship, with a lightweight hollowbody build and unmistakable vintage tone. At some point, the guitar??s pickups were routed and swapped from P90s, giving it a unique sound and history while still... more

Up for sale is this amazing mid to late 60's Mosrite Celebrity Hollow body guitar.
Quick Details
Year 1966
Color Cherry Red
Weight 6 94lbs
Nut Width 1 5 / 8??
Depth at 1st Fret 0 84??
Depth at 12th Fret 0 84??
Case non original gig bag
Serial #
Description
This guitar came to us in need of love along with needing a serious set up. The body has some cracks in the finish as pictured. They are on the front and back of the guitar and are not through the ... more

This is a near new early production 1965 Mosrite Ventures Guitar w / all its 1st issue bits by Semie himself. Its stunning Candy Apple Red finish is rich & clean w / no wear at all ever. Its got a slim shaped neck still sporting the Ventures logo, that only the earliest examples. It??s got a pair of 6 pole pickups that sound simply delicious. It??s got the small headstock a set of 6 Kluson tuners. Its original white pickgard fits perfectly, its smooth flying saucer knobs look great & its... more

Fast, flashy, and unmistakably cool, this Vintage 1972 Mosrite Mark I is a true icon of American guitar design. Instantly recognizable and endlessly influential, the Mark I delivers the sharp looks, lightning-fast playability, and biting tone that helped define surf, garage, and early hard rock??and it does so here with authentic vintage attitude
Finished in classic black with a contrasting white pickguard, this Mosrite features the brand??s signature German-carve body, giving it a ... more

Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a super clean early Kurukomo production Mosrite "The Ventures" model VMG-700 in perfect working order and 100% original   These early Kurokomo made Mosrites are some of the best vintage Mosrites available with faithful specs and authentic tone   It features the Moseley Vibrato mounted to a solid Basswood body, a Maple neck, and a dark Rosewood fretboard with the diminutive dot inlays   Plays cleanly and easily on low action   
The nut measures 1 62 " , ... more

1963Mosrite ??The Ventures?? Model, Sunburst including the headstock with early largelogo, This is a fast player with a slim wide neck profile, Sounds great withoriginal hand wound pickups, Previously had a humbucker in the neck positionleaving a slightly enlarged route, Beautiful early example with great vibe, VG++, Early style Brown case with Red velvet lining... more

This is a neat early production 1964 Mosrite Ventures Bass w / all its 1st issue bits by Semie himself. Its Sunburst finish is rich & clean other some weather checking all over but its very intact & quite nicely patinated. Its single 4 pole pickup was a pre-Mosrite un-stamped type that sounds delicious. Its 'bursted neck has dots & is super slim as they all were. It??s got the large 'bursted headstock w / the open back tuners. Its original nitro green'd out pickgard fits perfectly w ... more

Vintage! 1967 Mosrite Celebrity XII 12-String Hollowbody Guitar Blue + Case

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Lovies Guitars is excited to offer up this 1967 Mosrite Celebrity XII 12-String Hollowbody Electric Guitar with a Blue Finish! Made at the original Bakersfield, CA factory, this is a guitar that can deliver the full gamut of essential 12 string tonalities, from jangly twang, crispy detailed chime, to mellow chorused-out chords with ease. The fully hollow maple body ... more

Up for sale, a 1964 Mosrite The Ventures Model in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. This is a notably early and original example of the Mosrite Ventures Model, dating to the first run of bolt-on neck models produced, with features including first generation German carve on the body, smooth knobs and pickup covers, large ??The Ventures?? headstock logo, sandcast Vibratmute tailpiece, and a rare two-tone Red Sunburst nitro finish finish
The most popular and ... more

This is an extremely rare, (due to its translucent blue finish), Mosrite Celebrity III electric guitar made circa 1971 (but could be as early as 1968) at the factory in Bakersfield California. It is a beautiful, double cutaway, thin, hollow body instrument. The features include a super rare, dark translucent blue finish (the woodgrain shows through the finish a bit), white binding on the body, two single coil pickups, two bound f-holes, an adjustable metal bridge with individually adjustable ... more

For your consideration is this 1966 Mosrite Mark XII, a fantastic vintage 12-string with all the unmistakable Mosrite style, feel, and tone. This example is 100% original and remains in very good condition for its age
The guitar shows typical cosmetic dings and honest vintage play wear throughout, but there are no cracks or structural issues. The neck is straight, the guitar plays well, and it has very little fret wear, especially impressive for a piece from 1966
Everything appears to be... more

Up for sale, a 1970s Firstman Mosrite Ventures Model ??Avenger?? in 100% original condition and in perfect working order. A continuation of the Ventures Model legacy, this guitar follows the stylings of the 1960s USA Mosrites, but was produced in Japan in the '70s as a result of an agreement between Semie Moseley and the Firstman company. It effectively captures the finer points of classic Mosrite design with a Moseley vibrato tailpiece, ??Mosrite??-stamped pickup covers, smooth knobs, and ... more

The 1972 Silvertone Mosrite Electric Guitar is a vintage musical instrument known for its classic design and iconic sound. I have a live video of it being played. It was restored in 2005, I used to do electric guitar repairs in the 70's for a music store, and for my own instruments. This model, with the number 319 14459, is a sought-after collectible item for guitar enthusiasts and collectors alike. With its unique features and timeless appeal, this electric guitar embodies the essence of ... more

Vintage Mosrite Bass Sunburst 1972
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A great playing bass featuring dual pickups & finished in classic sunburst. Professionally set up so it's ready to play upon arrival
Cosmetic Condition: Various nicks, chips, dents & dings; scratches, weather checking & some finish wear. Overall the bass has a cool look to it with an authentic vintage vibe & nice patina
Neck: Maple neck with aged white binding ... more

Serial number 6223
The bass is an overall great shape with some minor wear where the arm goes over the upper bout, there are some chips in the paint near the neck joint shown in the pictures, and a spot of wear on the lower belt edge near the control plate as shown in the pictures. There are some minor things on the neck, and two larger ones near the volute as shown in the pictures
The bass recently enjoyed the legendary Subway setup by our skilled trolls
We are happy to report that ... more

1960's (Circa 1965) Vintage Mosrite of California
" The Ventures" Electric 4 String Bass
Made in the USA (1966-68)
Candy Apple Red
Comes w Original Hard Shell Case
Nut Width is 1 1 / 2 "and has the 30 1 / 2" scale length
Neck Straight, Truss Rod is Close to Tight
Sweet Dreams are made of these Talk about MOJO in all the right places. Here is a killer 1965 Mosrite "The Ventures" Bass that is dripping with swag and chocked full of sweet vintage tone. Don't let the old school... more

Excellent condition early 70??s Mosrite Mach 1 guitar with original case. All original guitar. Thanks!
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Rare, Rare, Rare!

This is the actual guitar - not a copy!

Original American Made 1962 Mosrite pre- Ventures Model ( Joe Maphis )

Set neck
Side Jack
Real Vibramute - with muting bar !
Bound Body

This is the real thing ?? not a Japanese copy
Complete with case

100% original


Please see my other auctions

Note:
I have sold Mosrite guitars to actual members of the Ventures

Local pick up ... more

Excellent condition 1970 Mosrite Mach 1 guitar with original case. All original guitar. Thanks!
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The bass pictured is the actual bass you will receive!
At The Farm, we take actual pictures of each instrument and make sure they are fully set-up and ready to play before we ship them. Each instrument goes through a multi-point inspection, followed by a set-up process by our in-house tech staff. We then photograph each instrument with high-quality equipment in our on-site photography studio. We know that details like wood grain and color finishes can vary, so we want you to be able ... more

1963 Mosrite The Ventures Model MK I Vintage Electric Solidbody Guitar ?? RARE 100% All Original Early Type 2 Large Logo Vibratmute Bolt Plate in Candy Apple Red w / Orig. Hard Case (0275)
?? For your consideration is this vintage 1963 Mosrite The Ventures Model MK I electric solidbody guitar ?? This incredibly rare custom color instrument, serial number 0275, is in 100% all original condition with the original brown alligator hard case. Very interestingly, this rare Mosrite features a ... more

Hard to find in the UK , a Japanese Mosrite copy from the 70s , set up with 10s, plays and sounds good.... more

MOSRITE VENTURES (made by Firstman) MIJ
We are happy to offer for sale this Mosrite Ventures. Details as follows:
1969Made In Japan by Firstman as indicated by serial number (FM0997) Body: Solid Basswood body with German Carve contours Neck: Maple, bolt-on joint Scale Length: 24 75 inches Fretboard: Rosewood with mini dot inlays Frets 22 frets (plus a zero fret) Nut Width Approx. 40 mm at the nut Pickups Two Firstman original high-power single-coil pickups Controls 1 Volume, 1 Tone 3-way ... more

1969 Kawai Teisco Japan Guitar Mosrite Slider Model 26133. Expédition avec Postes Canada ?? Colis standard.... more

1978 Rosac 410 combo amp:
* solid state
* speakers are missing
* amp is UNTESTED
* NEEDS REPAIR !
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1966 MOSRITE VENTURES MK V NECK - made in USA :
* skinny profile
* needs:
* fingerboard reglued
* fingerboard leveling
* new frets
* new finish
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60's MOSRITE GUITAR CASE - made in USA :
* width is 37 cm
* length is 102 cm
* tolex has some smaller rips
* bordeaux red interior
* all latches are working fine
* hard to find
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1967-68, Made in Japan LG-150T model, uniquely designed offset Taking a big influence from the Mosrite style body It has a beautifully aged White finish One ply black pickguard P90 style, single coil pickups It has a massive amount of jangle and twang, big bright tones ??C???? Profile, Maple neck Rosewood fretboard 24 ¾?? scale, 7 25?? radius, 42mm nut Vintage, Jaguar style floating tremolo, sealed three a side tuners Between the headstock design and Mosrite style body this offset is a bizarre... more

Late 1960??s to 1970s, Made In Japan Firstman factory production Rare to find, Avenger Hollowbody model Based on a ES325 style design Sunburst finish Maple neck with a Rosewood fretboard 22 fret, 24 5inch?? scale 42mm nut width Super-high output pickups Not quite P90??s, not quite Strat style single coils Very dynamic and capable of sparkling cleans It is the ??full controls?? model variation With volume and tone control for each pickup, and 3 way selector switch All original with no ... more

1967-68, Made in Japan LG-150T model, uniquely designed offset Taking a big influence from the Mosrite style body This is the harder to find factory Red finish One ply white pickguard P90 style, single coil pickups It has a massive amount of jangle and twang, big bright tones ??C???? Profile, Maple neck Rosewood fretboard 24 ¾?? scale, 7 25?? radius, 42mm nut Vintage, Jaguar style floating tremolo, sealed three a side tuners Between the headstock design and Mosrite style body this offset is a ... more

1968-72, Made in Japan 1720 model Matsumoku factory production This is the Hi-Flyer / Mosrite style bass German carve body 3 Tone Sunburst Three ply white pickguard Maple neck Rosewood fretboard 30?? scale, 12?? radius board P90 style pickups Master volume, master tone, , 3 way pickups switch The neck is a C profile, very comfortable and fast to play All original parts and wiring, no modifications It even includes the original bridge cover(which is almost always missing / lost) It is ... more

In unbelievably excellent, near mint condition is this rare model 1966-67 made guitar that is almost 60yr old. Like it's from a time machine and it plays like new as well. This shape was introduced by Teisco in late '67 and came in a few different models introduced after the Kawai takeover. This one here is the first version with the great square pole piece pickups. Later Teisco branded (Kawai made) ones had top mounted more gold foil style pickups and very few had the bar magnet style as used ... more

Late 1960??s to 1970s, Made In Japan Firstman factory production Rare to find, Avenger Hollowbody model Based on a ES325 style design Cherry finish Maple neck with a Rosewood fretboard 22 fret, 24 5inch?? scale 42mm nut width Super-high output pickups Not quite P90??s, not quite Strat style single coils Very dynamic and capable of sparkling cleans This is a very unique, 50 approx. year, vintage find Rarely do this become available, and they never disappoint It is in great overall condition, the ... more

1970s, Made In Japan The Ventures Model German carve offset solid body Classic M headstock Aged White finish One ply black pickguard fitted Zero fret neck, slim 40mm nut Maple neck with a Rosewood fretboard 22 fret, 24 5inch?? scale Moseley vibrato unit Original high output pickups Very dynamic and capable of sparkling cleans Or they can been driven and pushed into a sublime fuzz / dirt / break up tone Suitable for a wide range of styles from rock to punk to surf to Jazz and a whole lot more!... more