Vintage guitars for sale: Colchester

1957 fender duo sonic from the first year of production from the Fullerton factory
The guitar is in very good condition for its age and sounds as excellent the neck is a real pleasure to play. The guitar comes with its original pickups, tuning pegs and bridge. The body has been repainted and the neck re coated some time in the past, the original neck plate has been replaced and the pick plate also The body under the scratch plate has been rerouted by someone in the past please study photos ... more

I purchased this 1974 Stratocaster in 1985. To my knowledge, I am the second owner.
New frets about five years ago but very little use since then. So frets are as good as new
Recently serviced and electrics checked and working properly
New tremolo arm in case
Great tonality along the neck
Some minor scratches and scuffing.
Includes original hard case.... more

ppMade in Japan in the 1980s, as part of their 1960s vintage series.
This Stratocaster is overall in superb condition.
The bridge assembly has the original old style heavy steel tremolo block retaining better sustain, and FENDER stamped saddles
The tuners are the Gotoh stamped original.
The body is finished in stunning fiesta red.
It has a Maple neck, with a rosewood fretboard.
The neck is the usual C shape with 21 frets. The first three have some light wear, but quite... more

This is as new only used at home 2 or 3 times, strings are brand new, mirror finish pick / scratch guard, this is a rare Ltd example comes with a gig bag and new Fender strap.... more

Collection only from Colchester general hospital area
Vox Lynx
Lots of age related cracks etc. Not good condition. Plays acceptable, but requires a proper set-up etc
Will be most suitable for someone to restore and set-up, but it does play OK as it is, albeit quite a high action as you move up the neck.
Please see photos for condition and what's included. You get exactly what's shown in the photos only
Collection from Colchester General hospital area. No sending
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Collection only from Colchester general hospital area
Vox Lynx
Lots of age related cracks etc. Not good condition. Plays acceptable, but requires a proper set-up etc
Will be most suitable for someone to restore and set-up, but it does play OK as it is, albeit quite a high action as you move up the neck.
Please see photos for condition and what's included. You get exactly what's shown in the photos only
Collection from Colchester General hospital area. No sending
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1962 5 watt valve guitar amp
Perfect working order, no untoward issues. Lovely little amp.
Bad points are
1) lots of marks and wear from age.
2) There is an extra Master power switch and power bulb on the control panel, but these are not wired up to anything. I don't 'think' these were factory issue, so most likely explanation is the previous owner installed them but never actually wired them up.
Great little amp, does exactly what you'd expect
Collection from Colchester ... more

1962 5 watt valve guitar amp
Perfect working order, no untoward issues. Lovely little amp.
Bad points are
1) lots of marks and wear from age.
2) There is an extra Master power switch and power bulb on the control panel, but these are not wired up to anything. I don't 'think' these were factory issue, so most likely explanation is the previous owner installed them but never actually wired them up.
Great little amp, does exactly what you'd expect
Collection from Colchester ... more

Collect only from Colchester general hospital / railway area
Not familiar with Banjos but I think this is some kind of Bass Banjo, but string are definitely not as thick as you'd find on a normal Bass guitar, I'm sure you'll know more
It appears to play fine with no untoward issues
Pickup works fine when the banjo is plugged into amp
Very heavy, the main body is metal
Neck is very thick and substantial, not at all like a normal banjo neck.
Curent string sizes have been ... more

Eko J56
Plays Excellent, with a string hieght at the 12th fret of just a smudge over 2 5mm on the low E, which is very good
Overall in good condition, the back is amazing. A gorgeous guitar and plays great
Some dings, including a nasty hole along the top edge, which has been filled and smoothed and has been very well done
Has fret wear, obviously given the age, but it's been evenly worn and no excessive fret buzz etc.
A really nice example and plays and sounds as good as you ... more

Collect only from Colchester general hospital / railway area
Not familiar with Banjos but I think this is some kind of Bass Banjo, but string are definitely not as thick as you'd find on a normal Bass guitar, I'm sure you'll know more
It appears to play fine with no untoward issues
Pickup works fine when the banjo is plugged into amp
Very heavy, the main body is metal
Neck is very thick and substantial, not at all like a normal banjo neck.
Curent string sizes have been ... more

Cash when you collect from Colchester please.
Wecome to send own courier (like Shipley etc) but I won't pack or label.
1970s Arbiter Soundhouse 25 / 50 cabinet, in excellent condition for age. Some minor scuffs and marks, but nothing untoward for the age
Loaded with a 1970s Jensen SM12 100w in excellent condition. These speakers were generally found in Leslie 825 cabs and also make excellent guitar speakers
Please see photos for condition and what's included. You get exactly ... more

Cash when you collect from Colchester please.
Wecome to send own courier (like Shipley etc) but I won't pack or label.
1970s Arbiter Soundhouse 25 / 50 cabinet, in excellent condition for age. Some minor scuffs and marks, but nothing untoward for the age
Loaded with a 1970s Jensen SM12 100w in excellent condition. These speakers were generally found in Leslie 825 cabs and also make excellent guitar speakers
Please see photos for condition and what's included. You get exactly ... more

KAY KD28 Acoustic Guitar from the 1970s
Overall in acceptable condition, plays well
Lots and lots of dings and chips etc. See photos.
Low E string is just over 2mm at the 12th fret
Some dings and knocks etc. Tuners all good and work fine
Needs new strings and a clean but as mentioned, plays good and has a nice feel
The bridge is missing the two height adjustment screws, so you will need to some generic replacements if you wish to raise the bridge (or place a shim ... more

Original fender string master pan head in used condition would be great for a vintage guitar project... more

Mini Twin Amp 57 very good condition  as seen in the pictures  It will run off a 9v battery see picture ! Or a 9v adapter plug not included .... more

There is a hiss sound when the master volume dial is turned up. Other than the hiss sound it works fine but there is some wear and damage to the casing as well as rusty screws. Please see all images.

If the item is used you should expect signs of use and age throughout such as scratches, marks, dust and fading. Anything major or noticeable will be stated here in the description and shown in the photos. Please study all photos well.

Each item is inspected and tested before... more