The Electric Bass guitar has been around for over 70 years and has become an integral part in modern music.
1 Fender Precision
Often called the P-Bass, it's solid "slab" body with single pickup it has perhaps became the most popular bass of all time.
2 Fender Jazz
Fender's "other" most popular bass - first seen in 1960 - this one differed from the Fender Precision by having a slimmer shaped neck, two pickups and a countered body design.
3 Rickenbacker 4001
Rickenbacker introduced the 4000 series in the early '50's as competition against the Fender series - there have been a number of variations within the 4000 series - (the 4001 and 4002 etc) - As with their 6 string counterparts the Rickenbacker basses have a unique tone and the 4001 has become the rock bass of choice .
4 Hofner
One name - Paul McCartney - usually seen with a 500/1 model (but this wasn't the only Hofner bass Paul had).
5 Gibson Les Paul Recording Bass.
Gibson's iconic model - Bass style - introduced in the late 60's following it's 6 string sibling- Manufactured with the traditional Gibson Mahogany - it's a true design classic and despite various design changes over the years it remains much loved by bassists- great for studio use it's often referred to as the Recording Bass.
6 Musicman Stingray
This one came on the scene in the mid 1970's utilizing (at the time) innovate features such as humbucker bass pickups, active circuitry. Reminiscent of the Fender Precision (sharing a designer in Leo Fender) but with features that brought it bang upto date the Stingray has remained a favorite every since.
7 Steinberger Bass
Featuring the classic headstock-less design Ned Steinberger's guitar company were true innovators - a truly composite instrument (graphite and carbon fibre mix).
8 Gibson Thunderbird
Our second Gibson on the list the Thunderbird bass was first released in the early 1960's - sharing a similar design with the Gibson Firebird 6 string the Thunderbird was the direct competition for the Rickenbacker 4001 - Perhaps Gibson's most popular bass - it has remained popular with the hard rock fraternity over the last 20 years.
9 Fender V
Although short-lived, the Fender V bass gets onto our list by virtue of being the first 5 string bass to go mainstream, a change in the standard design this 15 fret bass had a high C string to allow bassists access to the higher register of tones. Only a handful of these basses were produced making them collectors items today - and whilst generally derided the V is an important stepping stone to the 5 string basses that are common today.
10 Gretsch Broadkaster
Gretsch Hollowbody - great tone - almost double bass like - first released in the 1960's - a unique tone all of it's own - Whilst Gretsch are not renowned for their basses this one's a beauty - somewhat distinctive from the Fender and Gibson basses - a unique sound drawing on the technology from it's 6 string Gretsch counterparts.
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Is eBay The Best Place To Find Your Vintage Fender Guitar?
By Lawton Chiles IV
Vintage guitars are getting harder and harder to come by. Many stores only offer a handful of truly vintage Fender Strats. Not eBay. You'll find Strat makes and models, even Fender Custom Shops, relics and Masterbuilt Stratocasters. If you love Vintage Fender guitars but can't afford one right now, check out the Fender Relics or Custom Shop guitars. Oh, and another tip: You don't want to buy a Vintage Fender Strat or Vintage Fender Telecaster from a guy selling comic books, right?
Investing in a Vintage Guitar
By Vinnie Gibson
Investing in a Vintage guitar is proving to be a very profitable investment. Many lesser known but beautifully designed guitars are also becoming favorites with Vintage Guitar collectors.
Do you want to invest in an "A" class vintage guitar such as Vintage Gibson Guitars or Vintage Fender Guitars? Or are you more comfortable with lesser priced models such as Vintage Stella Guitars or Vintage Harmony Guitars?
Whatever you decide to do, collecting Vintage Guitars is an exciting and fulfilling activity.
Fender Vintage Guitars
By Ruby Katz
When you decide to purchase Fender vintage guitars, a little research will go a long way in helping you decide which instrument to buy. While any Fender instrument is a good instrument, whether vintage or new, the most collectible ones were created before CBS purchased the Fender Company and changed their guitars. The best guitars for collectors were those created before 1966.
Part of the appeal of Fender vintage guitars was that they were known as custom-contoured and exceedingly well-made. The Fender Stratocaster, one of the most desirable Fender vintage guitars sought by collectors today, was even changed with the move to the large peg head style.
With CBS came mass production with its cheaper materials to maximize profits, ruining the classic look and feel of Fender vintage guitars produced after 1965. The least collectible Fender vintage guitars are those produced during the transition to CBS ownership and management, from about summer 1964 to December of the following year.
The first Fender vintage guitars were the Esquire, the Broadcaster and the Telecaster, the last two of which were actually virtually the same guitar. This guitar, and their 1954 creation of the Stratocaster, actually served to popularize the solid-bodied electric guitar and are sought out by those collect Fender vintage guitars.
By Lawton Chiles IV
Vintage guitars are getting harder and harder to come by. Many stores only offer a handful of truly vintage Fender Strats. Not eBay. You'll find Strat makes and models, even Fender Custom Shops, relics and Masterbuilt Stratocasters. If you love Vintage Fender guitars but can't afford one right now, check out the Fender Relics or Custom Shop guitars. Oh, and another tip: You don't want to buy a Vintage Fender Strat or Vintage Fender Telecaster from a guy selling comic books, right?
Investing in a Vintage Guitar
By Vinnie Gibson
Investing in a Vintage guitar is proving to be a very profitable investment. Many lesser known but beautifully designed guitars are also becoming favorites with Vintage Guitar collectors.
Do you want to invest in an "A" class vintage guitar such as Vintage Gibson Guitars or Vintage Fender Guitars? Or are you more comfortable with lesser priced models such as Vintage Stella Guitars or Vintage Harmony Guitars?
Whatever you decide to do, collecting Vintage Guitars is an exciting and fulfilling activity.
Fender Vintage Guitars
By Ruby Katz
When you decide to purchase Fender vintage guitars, a little research will go a long way in helping you decide which instrument to buy. While any Fender instrument is a good instrument, whether vintage or new, the most collectible ones were created before CBS purchased the Fender Company and changed their guitars. The best guitars for collectors were those created before 1966.
Part of the appeal of Fender vintage guitars was that they were known as custom-contoured and exceedingly well-made. The Fender Stratocaster, one of the most desirable Fender vintage guitars sought by collectors today, was even changed with the move to the large peg head style.
With CBS came mass production with its cheaper materials to maximize profits, ruining the classic look and feel of Fender vintage guitars produced after 1965. The least collectible Fender vintage guitars are those produced during the transition to CBS ownership and management, from about summer 1964 to December of the following year.
The first Fender vintage guitars were the Esquire, the Broadcaster and the Telecaster, the last two of which were actually virtually the same guitar. This guitar, and their 1954 creation of the Stratocaster, actually served to popularize the solid-bodied electric guitar and are sought out by those collect Fender vintage guitars.
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Don’t you wish you could afford a vintage guitar?
We’re talking a detailed simulation of the aging process. Create an instrument from scratch with licensed parts or convert a guitar you already own with authentic parts and finish. You can have that vintage vibe without breaking the bank.
Rare, Medium, or Well Done?
Does your dream guitar look like it’s spent the last 30 years touring smoky bars across the country or nestled softly in a case under grandma’s bed?
Vintage Guitar Repairs
When a vintage guitar comes in with a broken headstock, or even if its headstock is completely missing, we’ll blend the repair in with the original finish to make it look like it never happened.
WHAT is a Vintage GUITAR? This term is used in the wine industry to indicate a wine's harvest date. The use of "vintage" has been modified by collectors to mean old, such as a Vintage Car, or Vintage Clothing. This extension of the meaning is used in guitar terminolgy to mean "an original, older guitar." Most collectors value guitars from the mid 1920s to 1970.
Guitars prior to the mid 1920s are too primitive in design for most collectors. Guitars after 1970, even though they are over 30 years old, have little collectible appeal. Many people ask me if I think their new guitar will be valuable in the future. Also today most guitars are made with CNC (computer controlled) routers and cutters. Frankly anything guitar made since 1970 can be easily replicated today with currently available materials.
We’re talking a detailed simulation of the aging process. Create an instrument from scratch with licensed parts or convert a guitar you already own with authentic parts and finish. You can have that vintage vibe without breaking the bank.
Rare, Medium, or Well Done?
Does your dream guitar look like it’s spent the last 30 years touring smoky bars across the country or nestled softly in a case under grandma’s bed?
Vintage Guitar Repairs
When a vintage guitar comes in with a broken headstock, or even if its headstock is completely missing, we’ll blend the repair in with the original finish to make it look like it never happened.
WHAT is a Vintage GUITAR? This term is used in the wine industry to indicate a wine's harvest date. The use of "vintage" has been modified by collectors to mean old, such as a Vintage Car, or Vintage Clothing. This extension of the meaning is used in guitar terminolgy to mean "an original, older guitar." Most collectors value guitars from the mid 1920s to 1970.
Guitars prior to the mid 1920s are too primitive in design for most collectors. Guitars after 1970, even though they are over 30 years old, have little collectible appeal. Many people ask me if I think their new guitar will be valuable in the future. Also today most guitars are made with CNC (computer controlled) routers and cutters. Frankly anything guitar made since 1970 can be easily replicated today with currently available materials.
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vintage guitar Values - How Much Is Your guitar Worth?
Many of the visitors to my website ask about vintage guitar values. Do you have a question about Fender guitar value, Gibson guitar value, or maybe the value of a Martin guitar? What makes a guitar valuable?
Several factors figure into the value of a guitar. An old mediocre quality guitar is just that--an old mediocre guitar! Many vintage guitars will bring a good price. Excellent - this Excellent condition range is represented by both High Excellent and Low Excellent condition. Fender Guitars are the legend of the guitar industry. Leo Fender started building Fender Stratocasters during the spring of 1953.
Leo Fender had a successful guitar, Telecaster before Stratocaster previously known as Broadcaster. Fender Stratocaster had been copied by many guitar companies until 1985. By creating quality guitars, offering great service, and understanding guitar players' needs, Fender became the world leader in guitar industry.
Many of the visitors to my website ask about vintage guitar values. Do you have a question about Fender guitar value, Gibson guitar value, or maybe the value of a Martin guitar? What makes a guitar valuable?
Several factors figure into the value of a guitar. An old mediocre quality guitar is just that--an old mediocre guitar! Many vintage guitars will bring a good price. Excellent - this Excellent condition range is represented by both High Excellent and Low Excellent condition. Fender Guitars are the legend of the guitar industry. Leo Fender started building Fender Stratocasters during the spring of 1953.
Leo Fender had a successful guitar, Telecaster before Stratocaster previously known as Broadcaster. Fender Stratocaster had been copied by many guitar companies until 1985. By creating quality guitars, offering great service, and understanding guitar players' needs, Fender became the world leader in guitar industry.
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Vintage Guitar
Just like other vintage items, the vintage guitar speaks of quality. When vintage guitar is mentioned today, it merely means a high quality guitar brand. Vintage is a guitar name and brand recognized and used by professional guitar players. With the distinct quality of vintage guitars, it has garnered huge followers amongst both professional and amateur guitar players.
Collecting Vintage Guitars Can Be Financially Rewarding
What Defines A Vintage Guitar Top Vintage Brands
A good place to begin your search would be Bob's Vintage Guitars where you will find a large selection of vintage guitars and amplifiers. There is also a great deal of information about collecting vintage guitars.
Just like other vintage items, the vintage guitar speaks of quality. When vintage guitar is mentioned today, it merely means a high quality guitar brand. Vintage is a guitar name and brand recognized and used by professional guitar players. With the distinct quality of vintage guitars, it has garnered huge followers amongst both professional and amateur guitar players.
Collecting Vintage Guitars Can Be Financially Rewarding
What Defines A Vintage Guitar Top Vintage Brands
A good place to begin your search would be Bob's Vintage Guitars where you will find a large selection of vintage guitars and amplifiers. There is also a great deal of information about collecting vintage guitars.
Fender Classic Player Jazzmaster & Jaguar - The Test By Sarit Bruno
To celebrate their 50th anniversary a "revision" was in order ... This test will be of a Jazzmaster, a Jaguar with single coil pickups, and a Jaguar with Humbuckers.
As far as changes go, there are new pickups (Special Design Hot Single coils on the Jazzmaster and the Jaguar, and Enforcer humbuckers for the Jaguar HH) with a higher output level and thicker sound than the original models. Note that the pickups on the Jazzmaster have height adjustment screws, as do the P-90-type pickups. You lose that little characteristic chiming sound that was obtained by strumming the strings behind the bridge (Sonic Youth loved that sound). Sound and Playability
The Jaguar with single coils replaces the 3-position switch with a system combining three 2-position switches. Here's a sample of the "clean" sound palette of the Jazzmaster: clean1, clean2, clean3, clean4, cleanchords and cleanfunk. The Jaguar with single coils is similar to a Telecaster with its chimey sounds; true happiness for clean-sound lovers! The opportunity to mix in the split pickup sound gives some interesting results in clean and overdrive (ex1, 2 & 3) and, as said before, gives the guitar enormous sound possibilities. Look
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[+] Pickups
[+] Intonation
As far as changes go, there are new pickups (Special Design Hot Single coils on the Jazzmaster and the Jaguar, and Enforcer humbuckers for the Jaguar HH) with a higher output level and thicker sound than the original models. Note that the pickups on the Jazzmaster have height adjustment screws, as do the P-90-type pickups. You lose that little characteristic chiming sound that was obtained by strumming the strings behind the bridge (Sonic Youth loved that sound). Sound and Playability
The Jaguar with single coils replaces the 3-position switch with a system combining three 2-position switches. Here's a sample of the "clean" sound palette of the Jazzmaster: clean1, clean2, clean3, clean4, cleanchords and cleanfunk. The Jaguar with single coils is similar to a Telecaster with its chimey sounds; true happiness for clean-sound lovers! The opportunity to mix in the split pickup sound gives some interesting results in clean and overdrive (ex1, 2 & 3) and, as said before, gives the guitar enormous sound possibilities. Look
[+] Neck
[+] Pickups
[+] Intonation
Fender Electric Guitars VIntages
Fender electric guitars were the first solid body electric guitars to be offered on the mass market. Other companies actually fabricated and sold electric guitars before the Fender Company, but none were as commercially successful as Fender’s.
Famous Fender Vintage Guitars
Famous Fender Vintage Guitars
Variations of the Telecaster include the Telecaster Thinline with two Fender Wide Range Fender Wide Range Fender Wide Range
The Fender Mustang is a solid-body electric guitar with 2 single-coil pickups. The Fender Precision Bas (P-Bass) was the first mass-produced electric vintage bass guitar. The Fender Electric Instrument Manufacturing Company was founded by Clarence Fender in 1946 originally based inCalifornia
The Fender Mustang is a solid-body electric guitar with 2 single-coil pickups. The Fender Precision Bas (P-Bass) was the first mass-produced electric vintage bass guitar. The Fender Electric Instrument Manufacturing Company was founded by Clarence Fender in 1946 originally based in
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