Vintage guitar

A vintage guitar is an older guitar usually sought after and maintained by avid collectors or musicians. The term may indicate either that an instrument is merely old, or that is sought after for its tonal quality, cosmetic appearance, or historical significance.

For the magazine, see Vintage Guitar (magazine).
A collection of vintage guitars

History

As early as the 1970s, musicians and collectors began to recognize the value of older instruments. The rising mass production of both acoustic and electric guitars in that era served to highlight the quality workmanship and materials of the older instruments. Historians, such as George Gruhn, helped to codify both the monetary value and sound quality of these guitars for both collectors and musicians.

Examples of well-known vintage electric guitars are 1950s and 1960s era Fender Stratocaster and Telecaster and Gibson Les Paul. Older electric guitars in general have become desirable, including "budget brands" such as Harmony, Danelectro, and Kay.

Examples of well-known vintage acoustic guitars are Martin and Gibson models previous to the 1970s, and 1930s-era Recording Kings, among others.

Values of vintage guitars have risen considerably in the past thirty years, and are considered by some as a stable long-term investment.[1]

Collectors

Joe Bonamassa is a well known collector with a massive collection. In 2018, Bonamassa has said that he has more than 1000 guitars and amplifiers.[2]

  • 1912 Gibson Mandolin-Guitar Mfg. Co. Style U
  • 1932 C. F. Martin 0-18T Tenor guitar
  • 1951 Fender Nocaster
  • 1954 Fender Stratocaster (Miss Daisy)
  • 1954 Fender Esquire
  • 1958 Fender Stratocaster
  • 1957 Fender Stratocaster
  • 1953 Gibson Les Paul (Goldtop)
  • 1958 Gibson Les Paul Standard
  • Harmony guitars
  • Silvertone model 1454 by Harmony
  • 1960s Truetone by Kay
  • 1962 Danelectro Shorthorn model 3022 (Bronze)
  • 1940 Recording King by Gibson

See also

References
  1. Makos, Jeff (August 1996). "Would You Buy a Used Guitar from this Man?". The University of Chicago Magazine. Retrieved 11 May 2012.
  2. Bienstock, Richard. "The Nerdville Redemption: Tone Can Set You Free". Guitar Player. Future Publishing Limited Quay House. Retrieved 29 January 2019.
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