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1972 Gibson showcase brochures
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 In 1972 Gibson produced a series of 'Guitar of the Month' brochures, each dedicated to one of their high end models, the Les Paul Recording guitar, L5-CES, ES-175D, Super 400-CES, ES-355TD-SV and
Byrdland. Each brochure was a single sheet folded into four panels, with details of the instruments themselves, their features, musical purpose, and a little history behind the development of each guitar. Only the Les Paul Recording was a new model; the others were all well established in the Gibson line. Follow the link to see scans and further information on these leaflets and other Gibson guitar catalogues from the CMI and Norlin periods.
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1961 Vox Stroller
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 The earliest versions of the Vox Stroller were actually copies of an early Japanese electricguitar, the Guyatone (also sold under the brand Antoria) LG50. These Strollers, although short-lived did undergo a few changes before taking on the more familiar Strat influenced style of many mid-sixties UK-built Vox guitars. The biggest difference between early and late LG50-style Strollers (and the two pickup version, the Shadow) was the larger pickup, a shade longer, but noticeably wider used in the very first Vox guitars. Compare this early Vox to a 1963 Stroller with the later V1 pickup. For more information about Vox guitar pickups in general, see the Vox guitar pickups page.
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 Prices coming down in USA
The price for Fenders is steadily dropping as the Obama economy steadily worsens in the USA.
Three years ago if I advertised a guitar it would usually sell at a good price within a week or so. Now, all I get are trade offers - mostly off-brand junk. I actually had a guy want to trade me a near worthless, made in Indonesia Peavy guitar for a USA '52 Hot Rod telecaster in mint condition worth at least US$1,500.00.
USA Strats that were getting US$750 - $850, now go for $550 - $600. Only a very slight premium over MIJs, MIKs and MIMs. Teles generally command $100 more than the same quality strat.
MIJ "E" series vintage strats that got up over $2,000 a few years ago, now get $500 - $600.
MIK Teles and Strats are still largely much undervalued - but they are holding steady.
MIM Strats and Telecasters are also low, but holding steady and are becoming more and more recognized for their value (often better than USA mades). I can still buy MIM Strats and Teles in the $225-$275 range (except rare colors).
Right now is a great time to invest in MIJs and MIKs; I like MIM telecasters too for possible high future appreciation.
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Maybe it would be nice to avoid making political statements in music posts.
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 Originally Posted by VOXguy
The price for Fenders is steadily dropping as the Obama economy steadily worsens in the USA.
Three years ago if I advertised a guitar it would usually sell at a good price within a week or so. Now, all I get are trade offers - mostly off-brand junk. I actually had a guy want to trade me a near worthless, made in Indonesia Peavy guitar for a USA '52 Hot Rod telecaster in mint condition worth at least US$1,500.00.
USA Strats that were getting US$750 - $850, now go for $550 - $600. Only a very slight premium over MIJs, MIKs and MIMs. Teles generally command $100 more than the same quality strat.
MIJ "E" series vintage strats that got up over $2,000 a few years ago, now get $500 - $600.
MIK Teles and Strats are still largely much undervalued - but they are holding steady.
MIM Strats and Telecasters are also low, but holding steady and are becoming more and more recognized for their value (often better than USA mades). I can still buy MIM Strats and Teles in the $225-$275 range (except rare colors).
Right now is a great time to invest in MIJs and MIKs; I like MIM telecasters too for possible high future appreciation.
Think I need to pay a visit to the US of A!!
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