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Rickenbacker 360/12 FireGlo 1991 (consignment) SOLD

Rickenbacker 360/12 FireGlo  1991  (consignment) SOLD

The Rickenbacker 12 is an instantly recognisable guitar, even if you can’t see it. This 1991 360/12 is in excellent condition and I must say that the very rounded top corners are very comfortable.

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Eminence Portable Upright Bass 2005 (consignment) SOLD

Eminence Portable Upright Bass 2005 (consignment)  SOLD

An upright bass has a unique tone and presence but can be challenging (and expensive) to transport.The Eminence (or ‘Gelbass’) bass design by Gary Bartig addresses this issue by making the neck easily removable; the instrument and stand fit into the golf club flight case, avoiding airline oversize charges or fitting into many cars.

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Gibson ES-125 TDC 1967 (consignment) SOLD

Gibson ES-125 TDC 1967 (consignment)  SOLD

Here’s a good-condition Gibson ES-125 TDC from 1967.

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Fender Jazz Bass 1965 (consignment) SOLD

Fender Jazz Bass 1965 (consignment) SOLD

Here’s a great condition L-series 1965 Fender Jazz Bass. The Jazz Bass has been in continuous production, with some variations, since its introduction in 1960. This version has individual volume controls and one tone control, and was built just prior to the shift to block position markers and bound fingerboard.

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National ‘Sears and Roebuck’ Duolian 1931 (consignment) SOLD

National 'Sears and Roebuck' Duolian 1931 (consignment)  SOLD

National built instruments for Sears and Roebuck only during 1931. These models are distinctive as made for Sears and Roebuck because the coverplate has five vented section instead of nine, and the serial number contains an ‘R’ – stamped on the top of the head.

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Martin T-18 Tiple 1923 SOLD

Martin T-18 Tiple 1923  SOLD

Tiples were popular in the early part of the 20th century, into the 1930’s. This example, adapted from the South American instrument, is 17″ scale, and 8 15/16″ wide. Strung in four courses, with the outside two having two strungs and the center two with three and is tuned like a ukulele.

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