Vintage guitars for sale: 1956

1956 LINCOLN PREMIER & CAPRI - FACTORY SERVICE MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Application(s):
1956 LINCOLN CARS - NOT FOR CONTINENTAL MKII!! (Separate Manual for that car)
Possible similarities to 1957 Lincoln components may be used
Condition: ORIGINAL, Used, Comes with everything you see here
Part Number: #LD-6076
Description:
Ready to help service or restore your Lincoln! Just about everything you need to perform factory-correct procedures. Dated: August, 1955
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1956 Jensen P12R in great condition
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1955 - 1956 Chrysler / Imperial & Desoto Pair Of Left & Right Front Windshield Trim Moldings
Application(s):
All 1955 - 1956 Full-Size Passenger Cars (With extra embossing stamping in trim on top of visors & side of ??A?? pillar trim)
Condition: New, Original New Old Stock
Part Number: # N / A
Description: This original Mopar trim was removed from a 56' Chrysler Imperial 4 Dr. Sedan that will fit all 55?? - 56' Chrysler / Imperial... more

Untested. Please note that I am not an expert in this field, so please view all pictures and judge for yourself before bidding. Please don??t hesitate to contact us with any questions. We do combine shipping, but please request an invoice before payment or your items may not be shipped together. Thank you for viewing our listing.

Thank you for viewing our listing. Please view all pictures before bidding. Please don??t hesitate to contact us with any questions. We do combine shipping,... more

I head out into the world looking for guitars, I never know what I might find. This modest tenor banjo came my way recently and it was a surprise how clean it was!
1. The tuner buttons were missing. In preparation for the button replacement (which is a special skill), I cleaned and oiled the tuners. Note: The only real markings on this instrument to help date it, was the underside of these Single Line Kluson Deluxe tuners. Pat. Appld. on a Single line suggests 1956-1958.
2. I cleaned and ... more

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A fantastic and original
Vintage 1950's Gibson ES-175D "Side Nail Mount" - "Wide Bevel" Pickguard
This is correct for your early - mid 50's P-90 equipped Gibson ES-175D
This will also fit a 1957 - 1959 PAF Es-175 perfectly - it just lacks the litte cutout for the height adjustment PAF screws .
Great original condition with minimal pickwear. This guard does have a little "dish" or upward curling as is so common ... more

Fender Musicmaster, Duo-Sonic & Mustang guitar hard case Vintage 1956 to 1958
This case is in Fair Condition
Both end latches work to secure the case. The middle fold over latch is missing
Please let me know if you have any questions or would like more photos
Thank you! Greg... more

from RetroGuitarParts vintage guitars + parts
"Jazz and Archtop Specialist "
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From my private collection . this is a TRC I have had for decades .kind of thinning the herd of parts a bit. This is a 1956 TRC removed from a 56 L5-ces, but also correct for J200 and Byrdland. It shows some normal relic wear, a few string scratches .but is in strong structural condition and has a fantastic ... more

The Harmony H2 Lap Steel Guitar from the 1950s to 1960s, made in the USA, features a classic white pearl finish. This electric lap steel guitar is designed with a 6-string configuration, perfect for creating a unique and versatile sound. Known for its high-quality craftsmanship, Harmony guitars are sought after by musicians looking for a vintage feel and authentic sound
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1960s Valco Supro 6-String Lap Steel Guitar. The guitar is in very good condition and is fully tested and working. The pictures are of the actual item you will receive and are a good representation of its condition
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Wide body Full scale Paint is Fair Good but smudges in places I bought this 56 body years ago without a neck1457 neck works great low action all vintage P U. pots knobs / new Binding and pickguard new switch tone is Great, tone knob doesn't seem to do muchNice Lipstick not cracked, Crisp , Fretboard Frets good took a Long time to build this, could have made a coke bottle headstock but the Guitar looks good as isyou can refinish the neck red ,I leave that to youBody has smudges, a ... more

This guitar has been repaired please see ALL photos

The 1956 Martin 0-18 Small Bodied Classic Guitar (Serial: 152480) is a vintage acoustic guitar known for its small body style and high-quality craftsmanship by the brand Martin. With its classic design and iconic features, this guitar is sought after by musicians and collectors alike. The Martin 0-18 model is known for its warm and rich tones, making it a versatile and timeless piece for any guitar enthusiast's collection
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Here we have a vintage Electromatic tube amplifier from Gretsch! This 1956 combo features a 6" Rola speaker, 6V6 power tube and 5 watts. It's in good condition overall with a heavy patina and some light wear & tear to the tolex. The grill cloth looks to be replaced as well. It has three inputs with volume and tone controls. It's a low watt amp with a really nice tone, and one that'll drive nicely when pushed. It has seen some maintenance over the years and has a newer ungrounded power cable ... more

1956 Supro Golden Holiday Tweed & Black Combo Amp
This Amp Is In Good Condition With Some Wear Visible On The Tolex (See Photos)
Located At IVG Orange
All Original Iron
Original Speakers Date To 14th Week Of 1956
Comes As Shown, Local Pickup Only
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Vintage 1956 Valco Supro Comet 6 String Lap Steel Guitar! Outstanding VG++ condition for a 70 year old instrument! Serial Number X19322, plus the original early CTS 220-1 (Jensen) pot codes date this example to 1955-56. Solid Maple body, the strong original pickup still screams, untouched original wiring, cap and pots and fixed output cord with an original Switchcraft telephone plug predates the use of an output jack or button connector. Original Kluson tuners have had the plastic keys ... more

Gibson Maestro tube amplifier 1956 vintage untested
Been in storage. Model: GA-45Needs power cord UntestedAll knobs intact Cabinet is solidElectronics looks to be intact Selling the way it is
22" Long x 21" Tall x 9 5" Wide
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A completely original and fantastic
One KILLER Vintage Gibson 1956 "dogear" P-90 pickup!
Mid 1950's P-90's are known to be some of the best sounding pickups ever produced. Full and rich, sparkling with clarity and can be absolute tone monsters when pushed.
This example is fully and 100% original. Never rewound, vintage 1956 alnico magnets, original windings, double black leads - absolutely killer!
Rich and HOT... more

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A completely original and fantastic
One KILLER Vintage 1956 Gibson "soapbar" p-90 pickup
Fully original and never rewound This pickup sounds incredible! and is EVERYTHING early 50's Les Paul P-90's are known for. Please Note This pickup was originally a "dog-ear" P-90 and has been converted to a "soapbar" by clipping the mounting tabs and drilling the baseplate for the two mounting screws to pass through. It will... more

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A completely original and fantastic
One KILLER Vintage Gibson 1956 "dogear" P-90 pickup!
Mid 1950's P-90's are known to be some of the best sounding pickups ever produced. Full and rich, sparkling with clarity and can be absolute tone monsters when pushed.
This example is fully and 100% original. Never rewound, vintage 1956 alnico magnets, original windings, double black leads - absolutely killer!
Rich and HOT... more

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A completely original and fantastic
One KILLER Vintage Gibson 1956 "dogear" P-90 pickup!
Mid 1950's P-90's are known to be some of the best sounding pickups ever produced. Full and rich, sparkling with clarity and can be absolute tone monsters when pushed.
This example is fully and 100% original. Never rewound, vintage 1956 alnico magnets, original windings, double black leads - absolutely killer!
Rich and HOT... more

Gibson 1956 Les Paul Junior amplifier with original elliptical speaker. The amp has been fully serviced including new sprague atom electrolytic capacitors. All components checked for tolerances and out-of-spec components have been replaced. Grounded 3 prong power cable installed and ??death cap?? removed. All tubes have been tested and are all NOS JAN Philips tubes. The tube sockets and tube pins, pots, switches and all jacks have been cleaned with deoxit. Amp plays beautifully. Comes with ... more

56 fender body Stratocaster with a 97 California series neck and 50 / 60 pickups good condition. Relic body / nos with caseThe body of the guitar is worth $900 it all fender... more

1953-Mid 1956 Kluson Deluxe Tuner Set
Translucent Keystone button, no line, single ring
Stamped '2356766' & 'Pat Appld'
Two treble side and one bass side tuners have shafts that are slightly bent.
Grommets / collars and screws included.
Ideal to return your Les Paul Standard or ES-175 to period correct, or for an upgrade on an aged replica that may have less than convincing aged hardware
Happy to provide any measurements needed or answer any questions.
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$1600 obo no low balls
1955 Gretsch Amp ( Valco ?)
twin 6v6 power tubes
all 1000% original other than
Recent work
new caps
re-biased
Replaced old power chord with new three prong chord (8 feet)
Added an "external speaker jack " . I did this to connect to "external speakers" to protect the original ones
Note the SWR Speaker cab below the Gretsch amp drives it just fine
The jack was soldered in but NO permanent mod so it is completely reversible
I even ... more

1956 Fender Champ Lap Steel Blonde w / OHSC
This Lap Steel Is In Very Good Condition With Play Wear Visible Throughout (See Photos)
Located At Our Brick'n'Mortar Store In San Diego, CA
All Original, Comes As Shown
1956 Fender Champ Lap Steel - Blonde Finish - Vintage USA Tone!
For sale: a 1956 Fender Champ Lap Steel in its original Blonde finish - a true piece of vintage Fender history. Made in Fullerton, ... more

Vintage 1956 Hofner President Electric Guitar
2 Pickup, Cutaway, Sunburst
Plays / Sounds Great Without Issue
SN 2633
With Newer Hard Case Not Pictured
PLEASE DO NOT mistake picture glare for flaws . If you think you're seeing something not mentioned in this listing, please ask!!
There are lots of pics available, so when you receive it, its exactly what you expected, if not better. No surprises with this sale . Buy with confidence!
Here's The Run Down:
This is a Early... more

We've had a lot of nice vintage guitars here, including some super cool Danelectros - and now we have a very interesting one
This Danelectro U2 is from 1956   This is the year that the now legendary model debuted   Danelectro came out with its dual-pickup hollow bodied guitar,  made of poplar and Masonite, as a distinctive offering that differentiated it from what other companies were doing   Not only was it lightweight, but the tone was totally different, thanks to the lipstick ... more

A Top-Tier 1956 Supro Setup
1956 Supro (Valco) Comet Double Neck 6 / 6 | Model 1450 (T11907) | Original White w / Supro Amp
Own a pristine snapshot of 1950s Chicago craftsmanship. This 1956 Supro Comet Double Neck is a professional-grade instrument from the legendary Valco factory. Finished in its original, lightly patinated White lacquer, this 1450 model (Production Code T11907) represents the pinnacle of lap steel technology from the era
What sets this specific unit apart is its ... more

1956 White Studio Deluxe Console Steel Guitar Grey
This Item Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Finish Shows Some Fading And Light Cosmetic Wear, Including Checking, Small Dings, Marks And Scratches Visible Throughout
Minor Wood Chip Inside Cavity As Shown
All Parts Appear Original With The Exception Of New Tuner Buttons (See Photos)
Made In Fullerton, CA By Fender
Ash Body With Single-Coil Pickup
Single Volume / ... more

This guitar has a few thoughtful modifications, and all the original parts are included
The original bridge was replaced because its design wasn??t very good. The current bridge plate was made by Jeff Senn in Nashville; he sold these for a while (not sure if they??re still available), and they??re a great upgrade if you actually want to play one of these guitars. The plate includes five mounting holes, but this Dano model only uses three screws, so only three of the holes are used. The plate... more

Short scale insanity. Needs a bunch of work. Someone really played this old girl. Hate to see it go but moving soon and need to lighten our load. See photos for description. No case. Sold as is no returns.... more

Acquire an extremely rare piece of American guitar eccentricity, the 1956 Gretsch 6021 Town & Country, an iconic jumbo flat-top with an estimated production run of only 350 units! Made in the legendary Brooklyn factory, this guitar features a stunning Natural Spruce top paired with a Sunburst Arched Maple back, highlighted by the striking triangular soundhole and hump block inlays. Designed for powerful rhythm, its unique construction provides a focused, clear, and mid-rangey tone perfect for ... more

1956 Gretsch Electromatic Tweed amplifier, Rare model, Two Rola oval speakers, Two 6V6 power tubes, Gorgeous looking vintage controls, Valco made, This amp is sounding good!
A word about purchasing any of these rare Vintage amps, ??these amps need to be regularly cared for??. These are very old and may need to be or may have been serviced in the past. We recommend that any of these amps upon purchase be serviced and then regularly looked over by a skilled amp tech. Used amps are sold here ... more

Very nice 1956 Gibson ES-225T, purchased as a husk - converted to conventional rosewood bridge and trapeze tailpiece configuration - other new parts include a new Gibson P90 pickup ('underwound' version), CTS pots w / Orange Drop tone control cap, and model correct pickguard and Kluson tuners
The neck on this guitar had been completely stripped of its original finish - it has been beautifully refinished with color perfectly matching the original walnut stain of the back and rims. The ... more

Here we have a vintage 1956 Fender Champ tube amplifier! This 5F1 circuit amp has a narrow panel and sports a 6" speaker. The original speaker was torn and subsequently taped long ago, but it has torn more. A new Jensen replacement speaker is now in the amp, but the original is included. It's a 5 watt combo with 6V6 power and a tweed exterior. This amp is in good shape ultimately. The Tweed shows discoloration but doesn't have a ton of wear. The handle has been replaced. The amp has seen other ... more

Rare in this condition! Action is very low and neck is very straight, making this guitar ultra playable. Tailpiece was replaced with a sturdier custom piece but original is also included. Original case also included though it is quite beat.... more

The Gibson ES-125 Electric Guitar delivers rich, warm tones with its hollow body design, making it ideal for jazz, blues, and rock. Crafted with precision, this classic guitar offers smooth playability and reliable performance for both beginners and seasoned players. It's framed by mellow depth, hollow-bodied resonance, and a single P-90 pickup??simple, musical, and timeless in its character Elevate your music with the iconic quality only Gibson can provide
FON: V77XX-XX
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A completely original and fantastic
Vintage Gibson 1956 - 1957 Les Paul Standard Goldtop or "Burst" Wiring Harness
This original LP harness is SUPER clean - one of the most MINT original vintage harnesses we've had in stock to date
All original and in PERFECT working condition
Correct for your 1950's Les Paul Standard! These vintage harnesses are a KEY component to the Holy Grail BURST TONE! Restore your late ... more

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I have a great 1956 TB-100 conversion for sale. The pot and new neck are in excellent shape. The neck was made by Tim Davis. I also had Tim cut the rim and fit a Sloan flathead tone ring. The neck has stainless steel fretwire so you'll never need a refret. I installed a set of Hoppers D-tuners. I had Danny make the tuners a bit longer so they stick out underneath the regular tuning pegs so it's easy to access while playing. The banjo also comes is a Prucha Kershner tailpiece, Turtle ... more

Up for sale is a 1956 Silvertone Danelectro U2 Peanut in its original and hard to find Coral finish. This variation is branded Silvertone and features the peanut body size, coke-bottle headstock, dual original lipstick pickups, stacked volume and tone knobs. This example is in very good condition showing a decent amount of play wear and finish wear. The neck is straight and this one plays very well! Original nut has been replaced, otherwise this one is stock. Pro setup in house and comes ... more

This an amazing Hand made guitar from a friend of the shop, he is a master builder in Maine and his work is top notch! Guitar has a solid Ash Nitro (light relic) finished body , maple neck with maple fretboard, all Fender pure vintage hardware, electronics and CS 54 pickups. Setup by the Scarecrow Team and ready to Rock! Includes Fender Tweed Hard shell case. Everything needed to make this a perfect Visual and sonic tribute has been poured into this build Ready to Rock... more

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1956 Gibson ES-225 T in its original Sunburst finish. It has a great playing neck with worn, but good frets. The low E buzzes against the surface of the pickup on the last / highest fret. It's all original with the exception of the strap buttons, the buttons for the tuning keys and the screw and outer nut for the pickguard bracket. It's also 100% complete along with its original Brown hardshell case. This 225 ... more

1956 Fender Musicmaster, Desert sand finish with Gold anodizedguard, Super fine guitar with a great feeling Maple neck, 1 5 / 8 nut width, Chunky soft V profile that is super comfortable, Easy to play short scale feel, Light weight at 6 lbs 3 oz, Kluson tuners, Sweet tonality and a fine piece ofFender music history, VG++, Original hard case
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Western finish, Campfire belt buckle, Wrap around grille, Tooled leather trim, Tremolo, original Rola speakers and dual 6V6 Power Tubes. Basically an original roundup with updated cosmetics
This one I had refinished to look like it just rolled off the assembly line in 1956!
It would make the ideal accompaniment for a Roundup guitar. It has that country tone that few amps nail. These amps are extremely rare and rarely hit the market, but to find one that you can appreciate playing and ... more

Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars, please google us for deals and additional photos on our website.
Lovies Guitars is proud to present this 1956 ~ Gibson ES-225T in Sunburst, a rare and highly collectible early hollowbody electric. Featuring a single-cutaway design, classic trapeze tailpiece, and iconic 50s Gibson aesthetics, this guitar delivers vintage tone with warmth and clarity that only a true mid-50s Gibson can provide
This guitar is all original, comes with its ... more

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1956 Rickenbacker Combo 400 in its original Montezuma Brown finish. It has a great playing neck with good frets. It's all original and is 100% complete along with its original bridge cover and original hardshell case which has one broken latch and the back edge has split apart. This Combo 400 looks good with nicks + dings, finish checking and other cosmetic wear. The guitar itself remains structurally sound with ... more

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A fantastic:
Vintage 1956 Gibson ES-175DN in rare original sunburst Finish!
What's cooler than a 1950's P-90 ES-175? Very few things! This is a great chance to get into a golden-era ES-175 that is super clean and plays incredibly well. The woods are the premium OLD Gibson tone woods - the good stuff which will never return to modern electric guitar production. Priced at far below 50% of an all original ... more

1956 Gibson J-160E Jumbo Acoustic In Sunburst Finish
This Guitar Is Located At IVG Burbank
In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Finish Shows Checking And Cosmetic Play Wear Throughout, Including Various Visible Dings, Marks And Scratches
Professionally Converted To Left-Handed, Including Drilling New Holes For Top-Mounted Electronics, Plugging Previous Holes, New Nut, Added Side Dots, Bridge Reset And Nitrocellulose Lacquer Refinish In Sunburst
Several Small Repaired... more

Here we have a vintage Fender Harvard Tweed amplifier! This one is from 1956 and is in nice shape overall and good functioning order. It has 6V6 power tubes, a 10" Jensen speaker and puts out about 10 watts. The control panel features three inputs plus volume & tone controls. The amp has seen some maintenance and internal updates over the years and has a modern 3 prong power cable. The exterior shows some light wear and age, but we think it has a great vibe!
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Very good condition 1956 Gretsch Duo Jet in black. All original with no structural damage. The original Dearmond Dynasonic pickups some nice and warm and take overdrive nicely. There is lighter player wear on the top, with a smaller buckle rash on the back as pictured. Played but not abused. No scratchy pots. Medium weight. Some vert light wear on the top of the headstock. Possible back plate replacement. Comes with a nice Gretsch case as pictured. Willing to ship or drive a reasonable distance.... more

We have a very special 1 family owned 1956 Gibson ES-175C in fabulous condition and in perfect working order. This golden age Gibson ES-175 features a single neck position P-90 pickup, a mahogany neck with full ?50s neck carve, and a 100% original Sunburst nitro lacquer finish. The fully hollow 16" wide maple body yields tremendous tonal complexity, characteristic of the note attack and clarity of maple, but also the smoothness and warmth attributable to the hollowbody construction. Its oval ... more

This vintage Fender Tweed Harvard Model 5F10 FF amplifier is a rare gem for any guitar enthusiast. With its classic design and powerful sound, this cabinet amp is perfect for resonator, acoustic electric, bass, electric, travel, and classical guitars. It features 2 channels and 1 speaker, providing a unique sound that is perfect for any music style. The amplifier technology is modeling, which provides a versatile range of sounds. This amp is a must-have for any collector or musician looking for ... more

Seventy years ago, in 1956, CF Martin and Company crafted this D-18. It has been played; played a lot! The pictures tell the story better than words The solid spruce top has lots of "cross hatching" for great projection The back and sides are solid mahogany as is the neck. The fingerboard is Brazilian Rosewood A pickup was added at sometime. It has been disconnected however the input jack remains as the strap button A strap button was added also The case is not the original. It is a genuine ... more

Up for sale, a 1956 Gibson ES-175 in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. This golden age Gibson ES-175 features a single neck position P-90 pickup, a Honduran mahogany neck with full ?50s neck carve, and a 100% original Sunburst nitro lacquer finish
The fully hollow 16" wide maple body yields tremendous natural detail, tonal complexity, and treble immediacy, characteristic of the note attack and clarity of maple, but also the smoothness and ... more

1956 Gretsch Model 6128 Duo Jet
Weight: 6 LBS 13 OZ
Serial # 19646=1956
Tuners were swapped and correct original type has been re-installed
6 extra screw holes were filled and touched up. They are very hard to see and just poke out from the side of the current tuners
2 of the tuners are bent but work fine
There was never a ground wire to the tailpiece so that was added to quiet the guitar down
All finish is original and good vintage condition
The only touch-up was ... more

Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars!
Lovies Guitars is excited to present this 1956 Martin D-18 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar finished in Natural. A true American acoustic classic, the 1956 D-18 represents one of Martin's most celebrated eras of production. Revered for its powerful projection, dry Mahogany voice, and outstanding balance, the D-18 has been the instrument of choice for countless professional musicians across bluegrass, folk, country, and singer-songwriter genres. Nearly ... more

Vintage Les Paul Jr guitar. !956 model. not custom shop or reissue
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VINTAGE - This vintage 1956 Gibson Les Paul Junior Model Solid Body Electric Guitar Serial Number # 614528 was built at the original Gibson factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan. It has its original sunburst finish top, dark back and sides finish, mahogany body and neck with rosewood fingerboard. The pickup and electronics are all original. All plastic hardware and pickguard are original.
A set of later vintage Kluson Deluxe duo line tuners were installed. The nickel tailpiece and studs are ... more

Minor scuffs and paint cracking due to time. Unfortunately the tuning pegs crumbled and broke off. It was inevitable, they were extremely sensitive from aging and they fell apart at the slightest touch as well as being bumped from travel. Headstock has some grooves in the side. Other than that is in good condition.
This is a legitimate Gibson. You can check the serial number as well as the logo to verify
Tested and full functional... more

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Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1956 Gretsch model 6129 Silver Jet in its original finish. It has a great playing neck with great frets as it has been re-fretted and had a neck reset. It's all original with the exception of the nut and the frets. It is also 100% complete along with its original tweed hardshell case. This Silver Jet looks great with nicks + dings, finish checking and other cosmetic wear including the missing top corner of the ... more

Just in is this incredibly clean 1956 Gretsch 6131 Jet Firebird
Quick Details
Weight 7 6lbs
Width at nut 1 76
Depth at 1st 0 90
Depth at 12th 0 95
We are so excited to have probably the cleanest 1956 Gretsch 611's out there
This Jet Firebird is all original and in absolutely amazing shape. The paint and finish is all original and in like new shape. There is small finish shrinkage around the neck joint from a neck reset
The Factory installed DeArmond Dynasonic pickups ... more

Up for sale is a 1955 ~ 1956 Richenbacker Combo 800 Electric Guitar.

Used Condition

This guitar was serviced (Setup & Repair) in June 2023, by Detroit Guitar, in Birmingham, Michigan

Truss rod ~ may ~ be seized. Minimal force was used in an attempt to adjust the truss rod, however, to avoid the risk of damaging the neck, truss rod adjustment was skipped.

The guitar cable jack was also replaced, however, the original jack will be included ... more

Reverend Guitar Man is proud to offer this 1956 Fender Tweed 5E8 Twin. Original Transformers and tweed. It has recently been serviced. We only change the power caps because they were leaking. Everything else was left original. There??s a three prong power cable. It has been re-tubed



The Twin has a bit more headroom than the other fender amps but has a glorious break up when cranked. See the video demo with my 1964 ES-345



The amp was shipped... more

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Rare Stan Smrke 9 Games Montreal Canadiens 1956-58 Signed Autograph dec 77! Rare Stan Smrke 9 Games Montreal Canadiens 1956-58 Signed Autograph dec 77!
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Vintage 1956 Sports Illustrated Full Magazine Signed by Jean Beliveau Canadiens! Vintage 1956 Sports Illustrated Full Magazine Signed by Jean Beliveau Canadiens!
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Vintage Centralab Tone Pot 250k from 5th week of 1956
Serial No 134605
Perfect for 1950s P90 guitars. Suitable for all Gibson guitars and putting that 1956 Gibson back to original 1950's Centralabs sound superb and like 1950s pickups have never been sonically replicated. Used in tone position in Gibson guitars
UK mainland listing
For postage to other areas please ask for a quote
Please see my other listings I have more Centralab pots for sale... more

Habe die Gitarre nicht ausprobieren können da kein passendes Anschlusskabel dabei ist. Die Buchsen sind anders als gewöhnlich. Es sieht alles noch original aus
Seriennummer: 0934Baujahr ca 1956
Shipping Germany 10 Euro; Europe, 25 - 45 - Euro ( Switzerland!!!!! and rest of the world please ask me !!!!!! )
Please ask me for exact shipping costs !!!!!!!!!!!Bitte auch meine anderen Vintage- Artikel anschauen !!!!!
I haven't been able to test the guitar because no suitable ... more

1956 FENDER DUO SONIC / MUSICMASTER CASE USA :
* tan tolex, has wear
* both springs are dead
* middle latch is missing the hook
* has an overbite=check pics 6 & 7
* neck support is loose
* bottom cushion is missing
* both leather ends are very worn & ripped... more

Camil Desroches' personal Montreal Forum pass signed by Desroches and Frank J. Selke. Has pieces of clear tape in the corners but otherwise a sharp piece with nice bold signatures. The Habs won their 2nd of 5 consecutive cups that season, a feat that will never be equalled. Authenticity guaranteed and comes with my own COA.
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Beautiful Original Kluson single line set, complete with its original sockets and original screws. The set is very worn, lots of patina. Really nice for a 50s / 60s fendele restoration. I can also sell it without sockets and screws. Obviously the price changes. For the tuners I ask 500 euros, with sockets and screws, another 590 more. Really hard to find, especially the original sockets and screws. The set works perfectly, all the keys are straight. If you want, you can always polish it but I ... more

Extremely rare Gretsch octal tube amp ( as were the early fender champs ) . Fantastic sounding amp in good order and working fine . I??m guessing at some point in its life it has been recovered . Thanks for looking .... more

Arnold Hoyer Famos (1956) Arch Top Guitar [RARE Vintage].

This is an early archtop Jazz guitar made by Arnold Hoyer

For its age, this guitar looks, sounds, and plays beautifully. There is some aging to the finish, which you can see from the photos. But it is fully functional with no structural issues. It tunes perfectly and holds strong tension well. It is ready to play and be enjoyed. There is no pick guard hence the price

The Famos has a hand-carved top made... more

1956 FENDER TELECASTER PICKGUARD - made in USA :
* was painted over several times
* needs some elbow grease to be brought back to its original white
* PICKUP ROUT was made a BIT LARGER=check pics 5 & 6... more

came off a 1956 FENDER Telecaster
* plating has heavy wear
* stamped 168 xx
* the 2nd and 4th digit are not punched as deep as the other numbers into the material,
must have been done on a monday morning after a long party weekend by the FENDER punch press worker
* SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS
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1956 FENDER MUSICMASTER MAPLE NECK - made in USA:
* fat V shape profile
* frets are replaced with taller ones
* tuner holes were made bigger & extra screw holes on back of headstock
* finish has some wear
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Guild archtop X-50 Granada. Made in New Jersey 1956.
It was recently restored and plays great

A lot of work had to be done on this 70-year-old guitar:
- The headstock was broken at some point, now it is fixed. I applied a lot of stress tests, it is very sturdy
- A wooden front plate was added to the headstock, along with a modern logo.
- Some of the original cracked binding was filled
- The top had a lot of work done, see pictures
- The pickup, pickguard, ... more

Vintage 1956 Epiphone Zephyr regent was Epiphone??s most popular electric cutaway guitar?? this journeyman 17?? instrument, the zephyr was positioned against its main competitor the Gibson ES 350. Featuring a deeper cutaway than its Gibson rival, the zephyr Regent facilitates upper fingerboard access by two to three frets
This example was made in 1956 in Manhattan, New York the year before Gibson bought the company. The full depth maple laminate body provides warm, classic tone with ... more

has scratches
* stamped 16 xxx
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FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:Hofner President 1956 - Blonde - Rare Round PanelHofner PresidentYear: 1956
Condition: Very Good
DescriptionGerman Connection
 We are happy to offer the following Hofner President that has just been secured from its original owner   , details as follows
Hofner President
1956  ( Circa ) 
Blonde
Electric
Oval / Round Control Panel ( Rare / Early Feature ... more

oggetto: CHITARRAFRAMEZ MOD. SMERALDO 1956
serie: JAZZ
modello: Smeraldo
anno produzione: 1956
colore: rossoarancio
n° repertorio: 6041
luogo produzione: Milano
descrizione:
Chitarra come da caratteristiche sopra indicate. La targa all??interno specifica tutti i daticostruttivi. Corde originali di prima costruzione. Corredata di borsa morbidacoeva. ... more

1956 Gretsch 6189 StreamlinerIn very good condition. The original bridge has been swapped out for a rosewood one. There is some damage to the finish around the neck join which has separated very slightly but the neck doesn't appear to have been off at any point. Not an issue in terms of playability or functionality
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Hofner Committee 1956
In very good vintage condition with the original case. Very nice playing condition. No buzzes. All original. Small glue splodge on the pickguard. Can probably be removed. (See photos)
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Here for sale is a 1956 Gibson LG-2 3 / 4 scale in Sunburst. A very nice example of a vintage Gibson acoustic. The guitar is in very good overall condition with some minor finish marks and playing wear, but no breaks or repairs. The guitar features a small LG 3 / 4 size body shape, Spruce top, ladder bracing, Mahogany back and sides, small U shaped Mahogany neck with a 10 radius Rosewood fingerboard, 23 scale length, 40mm nut width, Kluson deluxe strip tuners, The neck thickness is 22 5mm at... more

Vintage Gretsch AC / DC Player
Zustand: Anständig
Gewicht: 3 kg Versandklasse: Standard
Differenzbesteuert nach §25 UStG
Diese frühe Gretsch Jet Firebird wurde im Stil von AC / DC Gitarrist Malcolm Young umgebaut und verkörpert genau den kompromisslosen Rock??n??Roll-Charakter, für den diese Gitarren legendär geworden sind
Die Historie des Instruments ist spannend: Das Control-Cavity-Label verweist auf ein Modell 6128-3 (Duo Jet) aus 1956, während Korpusdetails eher auf ... more

1956 Gibson ES-225T. No repairs or cracks or damage Neck is straight, frets good, no buzzing
Has some very minor scratches but looks great for a 67 year old guitar!
All original parts!
(only the tuners were exchanged many, many years ago with exactly the same type tuners)
No new holes or other alternations were needed. (I still have the original 1956 tuners)
Original 1956 P-90 pickup
Sounds and plays great!This guitar has been in the family for a long, long time. It has ... more

Welcome to the Ebay shop of Jordan Guitars LTD ?? home to the biggest and best preowned guitar range
 
On this platform we are unable to arrange trades / part exchange, viewings or direct prices
 
For these services we advise finding our website where all of the above can be discussed
Brand new and unplayed Made 2 Measure '56 reissue Les Paul with a rare hand-picked flamed top (pictured in both studio and natural light for comparison) and Murphy lab ageing (it's ... more

Hofner 463 / S E3 from 1956 - Chitarra Semiacustica
This Hofner guitar model was the only Hofner archtop mit a Mahogani body and neck, also with the wooden purfling around top and back. The handle is made of maple. The keyboard is rosewood
Questo modello di chitarra Hofner era l'unico Archtop Hofner con un corpo e un manico in mogano, anche con il purfling in legno intorno alla parte superiore e alla parte posteriore.
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FINESTSELECTIONSHIPPINGSPECIALISTS24 HourSupportLondon Vintage Guitars are please to offer:Hofner 500 / 1 Violin Bass 1956 - SunburstHofner 500 / 1 Violin BassYear: 1956
Condition: Excellent
DescriptionTHE GERMAN CONNECTION
We are happy to offer one of the most iconic of all Vintage Basses both in look style and tone which to many is affectionetly known as the Beatle Bass, details as follows 
The 56 
The following instrument is from the models first year of production ... more

1956 FENDER TELECASTER USA NECK=V SHAPE :
* has a comfy SOFT V shape
* refiniished & new decal installed
* extra string tree holes on headstock face
* extra tuner screw holes on back and some small screw hole cracks
* neck date is gone
* SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS
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1956 Gibson ES-175 vintage archtop in sunburst. A rare and sought-after classic among Jazz / Blues players / collectors. The guitar and case are all original & in perfect working order The catches & hinges on the case all work perfectly and close firmly. The guitar comes with the original hang-tag and supplied cable. The hang-tag has a crease but is fully legible The guitar is fitted with 10-46 gauge strings. If you prefer a different gauge, let us know & we will fit them & set ... more

1956 FENDER TELECASTER USA NECK :
* has a complete overspray
* newer standard size frets
* a few minor wood chips around tuner ferrules on front of headstock
* some discoloration around high E tuner ferrule
* imprints around neck plate screw holes from '?=check pic 6
* has a SUPER NICE FATTTTT V SHAPE on back
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1956 FENDER TELECASTER USA NECK :
* has a complete overspray
* newer standard size frets
* a few minor wood chips around tuner ferrules on front of headstock
* some discoloration around high E tuner ferrule
* imprints around neck plate screw holes from '?=check pic 6
* has a SUPER NICE FATTTTT V SHAPE on back
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THE 56 LES PAUL
The following is an original Gibson Les Paul Special finished in its original TV Colouring , details as follows
Gibson Les Paul Special
1956
TV
Twin P90s
Internally / Externally Original
Condition 9 / 10 ( Exceptional +)
Weight 3 5kg
Original Case
Publication
The above instrument was featured in the 2002 Guitarist Magazine that highlighted the history of the Les Paul

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THE 56 ALDER
Fender Stratocaster
1956
Body date 8 / 56
Neck Date 2 / 56
Sunburst ( Alder body )
Maple Neck
Internally / Externally Original Except Later Refret + Changed Pot ( Volume )
Weight 3 2 Kg
Orginal Case
Condition
History
The above instrument was in the former collection of the late Alan Rogan, famed guitar technician to Pete Townshend, Keith Richards George Harrison Etc
Comments
Classic sounding 50s ash bodied Stratocaster that will... more

One Piece Swamp Ash Body
Zustand: Sehr gut
SerNr: 09552
Gewicht: 3, 4 kg Versandklasse: Abholung
Koffer / Case: 1956 Fender Tweed Case
Dokumente: Hangtag, Ashtray
Vermittlungsverkauf: 17634
Außergewöhnlich gut erhaltene 1956 Fender Stratocaster, gekauft 2013 bei Fretted Americana (USA). Die damalige Beschreibung liegt bei
Ein Paradebeispiel einer Mid-??56 Strat mit allen klassischen Merkmalen dieser Phase:
1-Piece Ash Body im 2-Tone Sunburst, kräftiger ??C?? mit ... more

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In Store ?? 1956 Fender Stratocaster Masterbuilt BDennis Galuszka
Fiesta Relic / Nickel Hardware
Want to trade? layby? swap? or make an offer?
Please talk with us Black Dot Armidale
Tony Elder / Steve Jackson
Black Dot Music
Est 1985
Just traded Back in Mint, mint condition!
SKU: 9216910010
2-Piece Select Alder BodyTinted Quartersawn Maple Neck with ??60 Style Oval ??C?? Back-Shape9 5?? Radius21 Narrow Tall (6105) FretsJosefina Hand-Wound Fat 50??s Pickups with ... more