The Fender Bandmaster Reverb was launched in the 1960’s and remained in production until the year 1980 when Fender discontinued the amp. This classic tube amp is known for its excellent bass/reverb sound and clean tones.

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The Neve 1272 is a line amp/summing buss amp made between 1970-76 by Neve. Vintech Audio produced a replica of the Neve 1272 and while it is not exactly the same as the originial Neve, they do run considerably less expensive and offer a decent value for the quality.

The Neve 1272 was never designed to be used a pre mic, however, it was discovered that it could be used as one, since all of the parts necessary where there to rewire it to be used as one. It is not uncommon when looking for an original Neve 1272 to stumble across one that has been rewired to be used as a pre mic or has had various features added and changed to it. It is thought that by rewiring the Neve 1272 you can have the same effects as the Neve 1073 when done properly – however the biggest difference is the Neve 1073 has an additional amp card that can help if the user is seeking to get more than 50 db of gain. Some have also built custom kits that provide a switch so you can change from the Neve 1272 as a pre amp to the pre mic capabilities if desired.

Below is our custom search on eBay for the Neve 1272 – these listings are updated live, so if you don’t see what you want today, check back in a few days to see what’s new.

Vintage Fender Stratocasters are a favorite of many guitar players and highly collectible today. Finding vintage Stratocasters for sale is not difficult if you know where – and how – to look. Below we’ve put together a custom search to help make finding Vintage Fender Stratocasters for Sale easier. This page is constantly updated with the newest listings from ebay, so if you don’t find what you’re looking for today, be sure to bookmark this page and come back in a day or two to see what’s new.

Here are the most recent vintage Stratocasters for sale:

We have the list from “highest priced” to “lowest” simply because that helps filter out a lot of the reissues or sellers with a newer Fender with a “vintage finish”. If the first page is out of your budget, click on the “view all listings” link above and keep going

Remember though: just because a listing on ebay looks like the real thing and has the appropriate price, you should still be careful – do your homework on Fender serial numbers, the dates and the features of the guitars produced during that date. Our page of buying tips can offer additional ways to make smart – and safe purchasing decisions when buying a vintage Fender Stratocaster for sale.

Nuemann microphones were one of the first microphones to be commercially produced, originally for radio broadcasting before moving into other areas as technology advanced. Nuemann’s CMV3 was the first microphone to be mass produced, which was introduced in 1928. The CMv3a was introduced in 1932 and featured removable interchangeable heads.

In 1947, Nuemann began creating the U47 micriphone, which was a switchable-pattern condenser mic. It featured a VF14 tube and dual diaohragm M7 capsule. The U48 was introduced in 1957 which was a cardioid figure-8 switchable microphone.

Additional “famous” microphones include the M49 and the M50 released in 1951. The first stereo microphone, the Neumann SM2 was introduced in 1956. Also is the Nuemann U87, which is one of the most popular Neumann models (and the one pictured above). Original models were built between 1967 and 1987; The U87 has continued to be innovated electrically to produce a high quality sound.

Nuemann, a company based in Germany, continues to be an innovator in the microphone and recording industry. Vintage Nuemann microphones, especially the U47 and U48 are often sought after today because of their “harsh” effect when used for recording vocals in close range. Other vintage Nuemann microphones have a strong appeal to collectors as well as vocalists looking for a unique sound. Their current models are used in recording studios worldwide.

To locate a dealer, you can visit Nuemann.com for new microphones or if you would like more information on the history and specs of discontinued models.

You can also often find Nuemann microphones on trading sites such as eBay – their most current listings for vintage microphones are below for you to check out:

MXR Guitar Pedals were first introduced in the 1970’s. Created originally by MXR Innovations, founded in 1972 by Michael Laiacona, Keith Barr, and Terry Sherwood the company is now owned by Jim Dunlop who still manufactures the guitar pedals today.

The very first of the MXR guitar pedals was the M-101 MXR Phase 90 and was most recognized to be used by Van Halen. Later releases included the MXR Phase 45 which has somewhat of a milder tone and the Phase 100 which is the first programmable guitar pedal produced by MXR. The MXR was powered by a 9 volt battery that was encased in the bottom of the pedal.

Here is a list of battery powered MXR guitar pedals that were produced:
M-101 MXR Phase 90
M-102 MXR Dyna Comp, a compressor
M-103 MXR Blue Box, known best for its octaving and distortion effects
M-104 MXR Distortion
M-105 MXR Phase 45
M-106 MXR Noise Gate & Line Driver
M-107 MXR Phase 100
M-109 MXR 6-Band Graphic Equalizer
M-120 MXR Envelope Filter
M-133 MXR Micro Amp that featured less Distortion thsn the M-104 MXR Distortion Pedal
M-137 MXR Power Converter
M-144 MXR Loop Selector
M-148 MXR Micro Chorus
M-152 MXR Micro Flanger
M-157 MXR Headphone Amplifier

Here are the MXR Guitar Pedals that were AC powered:
M-108 MXR 10-Band Graphic Equalizer’
M-117 MXR Flanger
M-118 MXR Analog Delay
M-134 MXR Stereo Chorus
M-142 MXR Distortion II
M-143 MXR Limiter

The Commande Series was produced between 1981 and 1984 which were made out of plastic with the jacks moved to the top of the pedal and a large footswitch to make it easier for musicians to group them on the floor or pedal board. Models in the Commande Series include:
M-161 MXR Phaser
M-162 MXR Preamp
M-163 MXR Sustain
M-164 MXR Overdrive
M-166 MXR Time Delay
M-167 MXR Stereo Chorus
M-167 MXR Stereo Flanger

In 1982 MXR released what is known as the 2000 series of guitar effects pedals which is a higher quality pedal with an all metal enclosure and easily removable battery doors. They were produced until 1984 when MXR became owned by Jim Dunlop.

2000 Series MXR Guitar Pedals Included:
M-200 MXR Master Pedal Series
M-201 MXR Phaser
M-202 MXR Dyna Comp
M-203 MXR Stereo Flanger
M-204 MXR Distortion+
M-205 MXR Stereo Chorus
M-206 MXR Time Delay
M-210 MXR Junior

Many of the pedals produced by MXR originally are still in production today by Jim Dunlop, including reissue versions of the MXR 108 Fuzz, a 1974 Phase 90, M109, M117, M103, M104, M101, and the M102.

There’s always the debate over the sound difference between original pedals and reissue pedals. The new reissue models are certainly easier to use and do have the same schematics for the most part with a few slight variations. Finding an older or original MXR pedal before they were produced by Dunlop might be worth picking up to compare for yourself.

The MXR pedals continue to be one of the most affordable guitar pedals on the market – you can expect to pay anywhere between $30-$200 for an MXR guitar effects pedal depending on make, model, year manufactured, and the condition of the guitar pedal.

Have any thoughts on MXR Guitar Pedals? Share them in the comments below!

The Fender Blender guitar effects pedals have remained as a popular vintage guitar pedal, no doubt causing it to be reissued to keep up with demand.

This video with a demo of the Fender Blender says it all best:

What the heck, here’s another demo:

It’s not about their playing styles or how good they are, its all about realizing in your mind all of the possibilities with this little amazing classic Fender effects pedal.

Features and Specs of the Fender Blender:

Volume control
Sustain control
Tone control
Blend control
On/Off footswitch
Tone Boost footswitch
True bypass circuitry
Extruded aluminum casing
Germanium diodes

Original Fender Blender effects pedals can range anywhere from $300-$400, but if you can settle for a reissue, can often find them for less than $150 which if you watched the demo you can see if pretty reasonable for the effects and the ability to come up with a variety ways of using the Fender Blender.

If you’ve watched the videos, we’re sure you want one, whether original or a reissue, check out some of them below:

The Vintage Telecaster Bass Guitar by Fender was introduced in 1967 and is basically a reissue of the 1951 Precision Bass guitar that was influenced by the Fender Telecaster guitars. It was originally named the Broadcaster before being called a Telecaster bass guitar. The Fender Telecaster Bass guitar is a double cutaway design with a large pickguard, Telecaster-shaped headstock, single pickup, and separate chrome control plate.

Finding the individual specs and the history of a vintage telecaster bass guitar is not easy, especially since Fender had changed hands and their US and Japanese production. However, *most* Telecasters feature a slender maple neck that is truss-rod reinforced, a single pickup, tone and volume controls, two adjustable bridges and all metal/chrome plated parts. Early versions has a maple capped neck, and some may even feature paddle style tuners. The single coil pickup was later replaced in 1972 with a more powerful humbucker pickup.

If you’re interested in learning more about the history of Fender and the Telecaster, there are Several Excellent Books Available that give pretty detailed summaries and plenty of eye candy in pictures of various finishes and features.

Naturally, the best thing about a Vintage Telecaster is its smoothness in sound and ease to play even the most difficult or fast paced music. The Vintage Telecaster bass guitar was a favorite amongst Merle Haggard, Keith Richards, Bruce Spingsteen and Roy Buchanan, amongst countless others.

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1980 Rickenbacker 4003

The Rickenbacker 4000 was the first bass guitar manufactured by Rickenbacker in 1957. I’ve never met a bassist who didn’t love Rickenbacker, and this has everything to do with their unique tone.

Here is a breakdown of models of Vintage Rickenbocker basses including characteristics of each bass and the years produced. Special thanks to rickresource.com for the dates!

Rickenbacker 4000 : Produced between 1957 and 1985, most feature single pickup, 1 volume & 1 tone control, mono output, unbound body, 20 frets, rosewood fingerboard, and movable bridge with string mute. Finishes include Mapleglo, Fireglo, Jetglo, and Autumnhglo. Early models have a neck through design, models after the mid 1970’s are set in neck.

Rickenbacker 4000FL: Produced in 1960, custom order fretless version of 4000 model.

Rickenbacker 4001: Introduced in 1961, the Rickenbacker 4001 is a two-pickup version of the 4000 model with bound body and fingerboard, triangle inlays, separate volume and tone controls, mono-output, truss rods adjust at head. Discontinued in 1983.

Rickenbacker 4001FL: This bass is the custom order fretless version of the 4001 model discontinued in the 1980’s.

Rickenbacker 4001S: The Rickenbacker 4001S is a simplified version of the 4001 introduced in 1964 until replaced by the 4003S in the 1980’s. It is also known as the exported model 1999.

4001V63: Vintage reissue series introduced in 1984 with horseshoe bridge pickup, toaster neck pickup, no body binding, mono output, and no neck binding.

Rickenbacker 4001CS “Chris Squire”
This limited edition series was based on Chris Squire’s 1965 model 1999 that was produced between 1991 and 2000. Features include horseshoe bridge pickup, toaster neck pickup, no body binding, mono output, no neck binding, Cream Colorglo finish. Only 1000 produced.

Rickenbacker 4001V63PMC “Paul McCartney”: This limited edition bass was inspired by Paul McCartney’s 1964 Model 1999 with horseshoe bridge & toaster neck pickups, no body binding, mono output, left handed only, Fireglo finish.

Rickenbacker 4002: Limited edition produced from 1974 to mid 1980’s has ebony fingerboard, pearl dot inlays, block bound body, two humbucking pickups, truss rods adjust at head, 21 frets, black headstock and fingerboard binding, walnut headstock wings, and chrome Schaller M-4 tuning machines.

Rickenbacker 4003: The Rickenbacker 4003 was introduced to replace the 4001 model in 1980 and is still in production today, though with modifications from the original of course. It features an improved truss rod design with adjustment at body and mono and stereo output.

Rickenbacker 4003FL: This bass is the fretless version of the 4003 model and is also currently still in production.

Rickenbacker 4003S: This model replaced the 4001S but was discontinued in 1995.

Rickenbacker 4003SB: This model similar to the 4003S was produced for one year before being discontinued in the 1980’s.

Rickenbacker 4003S/5: This five string bass was introduced in the mid 1980’s.

4003S/8: This is an 8 string version of the 4003S.

4003 “Redneck” or “Bloodstar”: This is a limited edition Rickenbacker 4003 that featured a Ruby red finish produced in the mid 1980’s.

4003 “Tuxedo” or “Whitestar”: Another limited edition series Rickenbacker 4003 with white and black finish that was produced in 1987 only.

4003/SPC “Blackstar”: The limited edition was Mike Mesaros from The Smithereens signature model. It had a Jetglo finish and 200 were produced between 1987 and 1990.

4003 “Shadow”: Another version of the 4003 produced in the 1980’s.

4004C “Cheyenne I”: Features include no pickguard, unbound walnut body & maple fingerboard, gold-plated hardware, 9 black dot inlays, 2 humbucking pickups, tone and volume control, mono output, black truss rod cover, Schaller M4 machine heads. Produced in the 1990’s.

4004Cii “Cheyenne II”: This revised version is still currently in production, also as the 4004cii5, a 5 string version.

4004L “Laredo”: Introduced in 1994, the Laredo is also still in production as of 2008.

Rickenbacker 4005: This is a hollow body bass introduced in 1965 until discontinued in 1984. Features include bound cat’s eye soundhole, 2 toaster pickups, R tailpiece, 2 volume/2 tone/mix controls, Fireglo, Colorglo, & Mapleglo finishes.

4005S:Introduced in 1965, this bass is also known as Rose Morris European export model “3261″ and is similiar to the 4005.

4005WB or 4005OS: This bass is the double-bound version of the 4005 model. Produced between 1966 and 1984.

4005-6WB: This bass is the six-string version of 4005WB produced between 1966 and 1984.

4005/6: This bass is the six string version 4005 produced between 1965 and 1978.

4005/8: Eight string version produced between 1967 and 1984.

4005 LS “Lightshow”: This was a custom order bass with special finish produced in the late 1960’s.

4005/5: 5 string model introduced in 1972.

4005-6WB or 4005-6OS: This bass is the six-string version of 4005WB and produced between 1966 and 1984.

4008: The Rickenbacker 4008 bass is the eight string version of the 4001 model produced between 1975 and 1983.

Now you know everything you’ve ever wanted to know about Rickenbacker bass guitar models from the Rickenbacker 4000, 4001, 4002, 4003, 4005 and 4008 bass guitars, take some time and drool over our findings on ebay:

The first Gibson Doubleneck Guitars were introduced in 1958. The purpose of the doubleneck guitar was to allow the guitar player to switch between two guitars without the need of putting down one guitar and picking the other guitar up. The Gibson Vintage Doubleneck Guitars were one of the first of its kind, Gibson also made history by factory building the doubleneck guitar.

Many popular artists have implemented doubleneck guitars into their music, including Jimmy Page, known for playing Stairway to Heaven and is what inspired the Jimmy Page Signature Doubleneck, which had been reissued as a Gibson limited edition.

Here are the models of Gibson Doubleneck Guitars That Have Been Released:

Gibson EDS 1275 Doubleneck Guitar (1958-1990)

The Gibson EDS 1275 is one of the first doubleneck guitars to be manufactured. Early editions have a hollow body style while later editions are solid bodies. The Gibson EDS 1275 has one 6 string neck and one 12 string neck. Each guitar has 20 frets and its own humbucker pickup.

Gibson EMS 1235 Double Mandolin (1958-1968)

The double Mandolin guitar is semi hollow and made of spruce and maple. Compared to the sales of the other doubleneck Gibson guitars, relatively few were sold, so are quite a collectors’ item today because of their scarcity.

Gibson EBS-1250 and EBSF Doubleneck Guitar (1962-1970)

This Gibson double neck guitar features the top neck as a four string bass guitar and the bottom neck as a standard six string guitar. It was the EBSF guitar that Gibson introduced the built-in fuzz tone, to discontinue it in the EBS models.

Below we’ve included ebay listings for Gibson doubleneck guitars to give you an idea of their value today – and of course it’s a good place to see if you can find one of these rare guitars if you are interested in acquiring one for your collection.

Finding a Fender Rhodes for sale can be a bit of a challenge if you are looking to add on to your collection or to give your band the sound that only a Fender Rhodes can offer.

Below are some of the Fender Rhodes for Sale on ebay:

The Fender Rhodes is the piano that changed music. The fender rhodes was a benchmark in music history, being one of the first ever electric pianos. It was invented by Harold Rhodes for wounded soldiers to play in bed and soon became a partnership between Harold Rhodes and Leo Fender to manufacture and sell the Rhodes Fender pianos.

It’s one of the best sounding keyboard/pianos of all time. It is noted for its warm sound and no digital keyboards or samples can come close to the sound of the Fender Rhodes.

There are different models of Fender Rhodes pianos that have been manufactured over the years they were in production. The stage model and the suitcase model come in 73 and 88 note versions. Fender eighty eights remain popular today. Both models both include a built-in preamp with Stereo-Vibrato, amplifier and speakers. The first Fender Rhodes piano released was the 32 note PianoBass in 1959, soon followed by the Sparkletop Fender Rhodes Electric Piano. Versions include MK 1, MK I, MK II and the MK V, which is the last of the series.

eBay continues to be an excellent source for finding Fender Rhodes for sale, since this gives you access to finding them all across the county. Be sure when Bidding that you are aware of what you are bidding on and do your research to make sure it is a genuine Fender Rhodes for sale. VintageStudioGear.com nor eBay is responsible if you purchase something and then find out it is not authentic.

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