Vintage Instrument PDF Catalog Downloads
Out Of Print Digital Catalogs & Literature in PDF format
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1912-14 THE BACON PROFESSIONAL BANJOS (Forestdale, VT)- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the complete
reprint of the original 12 page catalog from the Forest Dale, Vermont days of this famous banjo company. Features 5-string
"Professional" and "Grand Concert" models..."Bacon Professional No.1", "Bacon Professional No. 2", "Bacon Special", "Bacon Grand Concert",
"Bacon Special Grand Concert", "Bacon Professional" Banjeaurine, and "Bacon" banjo mandolin (with same professional style internal resonator).
Also shows embossed leather banjo cases, Bacon's "neverslip" bridge, Hartnett Adjustable Tone-Lever (forerunner to the B&D Soft-Pedal mute!),
Hartnett Tone-Bar, Bacon-Goggin "Hold Fast" arm and leg rests, "no-knot" and Bacon-Kershner "Special" banjo tailpieces,as well as testimonials
from many banjoists from the period including Frank Bradbury, B.V. Kershner, D.E. Hartnett and E.F. Goggin. This is an EXCELLENT quality
reprint from the ORIGINAL catalog with good, crisp artwork. I know because I did the reprint myself back 30 years ago.
...a tremendous
resource. Download includes PDF
continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1969-70 BACON BANJOS (Gretsch) brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" 4 page brochure from my personal archive. This digital brochure
shows and describes 7 Bacon Banjos available from The Fred Gretsch Company of Chicago at
that time. Shown and described are: Model 6572 BACON SERENADER 5 String, Model 6565
BACON SENORITA tenor, Model 6534 GRETSCH TENOR , Model 6579 BACON
SYMPHONIE plectrum, Model 6585 BACON NE PLUS ULTRA plectrum, Model 6563
BACON FOLK BANJO 5-string and Model 6564 BACON LONG NECK 5-STRING. Includes
the original retail price list dated 1969... this is a neat little digital brochure and a tremendous
resource. Download includes PDF
continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1924 " B&D MARCH" Tenor Banjo Solo- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the ORIGINAL
Tenor Banjo Solo from my personal archive. This 3 page PDF includes the
original cover and two page sheet music from the "Silver Bell Series" .
Composed by Charles R. Shibley. This is a
sweet little folio that you can print and include in the case of your
Bacon banjo. Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1931 BACON BANJOS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the complete
ORIGINAL 4" x 9" sixteen-page catalog from my personal archive. This digital booklet
covers all of the famous B&D Banjos available from The Bacon Banjo Company of Groton, CT
at that time. Shown and described are: No. 1 B&D Special, No. 2 B&D Special, No. 3 B& D
Special, Silverbell No. 1, No. 3, No. 4, No. 6 Ne Plus Ultra, No. 7 Montana Special. Also has a 2
page center spread on the newly introduced Sultana Silverbell. In addition, all the other models
available are described and priced. Last few pages include Bacon bridges and strings... this is a
sweet little catalog and a tremendous resource. Download includes PDF
continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1976 BOYCE Handcrafted Guitars catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE ORIGINAL little 5
1/2" x 8 1/2" ten-page black & white catalog in my archive.... This digital catalog shows and
describes these carefully constructed handcrafted acoustic guitars made in North Falmouth,
Massachusetts at that time. The scans are precise and clean and the text is chock full of useful
reference information on this maker's instruments...........a great resource. Also includes a scan of
a personal letter. Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire
catalog clearly.
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1959 CARVIN Musical Instruments catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL black and white 22-page 8" x 11" catalog from my personal archive. This digital
catalog shows and describes the complete line of guitars, basses, lap steels, amplifiers, mandolins
and accessories offered by the Covina , California direct sale company at this time. Some cool
illustrations and descriptions of solid bodies and even a double neck or two. Joe Maphis , Larry
Collins and Billy Mize endorsements too. Martin Acoustics listed with prices. DeArmond
Pickup full page. Download includes PDF continuous document allowing
you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
An early one!
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1960s CORAL ELECTRIC SITAR Owner's Manual- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL owner's manual from my personal archive. This 4 page PDF includes
information for owners of the Coral Electric Sitar by Danelectro including:
Sitarmatic Bridge Adjustment, Neck Adjustment, Pickup Adjustment, Tuning, Sitar Strings,
Floating Pickguard and Controls. Also includes a diagram identifying all parts of the
rare instrument. The Download includes PDF continuous document allowing
you to see or print the entire manual clearly.
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1981 DAION HANDCRAFTED GUITARS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" twelve-page color catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes the line of acoustic and acoustic-electric guitars distributed by MCI, Inc
in Waco, Texas at this time. Shown and described are: Legacy Series L-9, L-99 , L-999, The '78 Century, '78 Heritage and '78 Heritage/12,
'79 Brown, '79 Black,'80 and '80/12 string, Mark I and Mark I/12, Mark II and Mark II/12, Mark III, Mark IV,
'81 Caribou, '81 Caribou/12, '81 Gazelle & Gazelle/12. Also includes two separate color promos showing the Mark
Series , the YD and YW series AND original price list!!....
Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
Great reference material.
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1956 DANELECTRO SLIM NECK GUITARS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the complete
ORIGINAL 9" x 12" eight-page color catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes Danelectro's complete line of single cutaway guitars available at that time. Shown
and described are : Single, Double, New Triple Pickup, 6 string Bass, Amps...Twin-Fifteen,
Twin-Twelve, Challenger, Artist, Centurion, The Viscount, Commando, Cadet, Corporal and Master-Slave
System. Last page includes accessories and S-61 Hawaiian Lap Steel too. Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see
or print the entire document clearly.
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1959-60 DANELECTRO ELECTRIC GUITARS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the complete
ORIGINAL 9" x 12" eight-page color catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes Danelectro's complete line of double cutaway guitars available at that time. Shown
and described are : 6016 Single Pickup, 6026 Double Pickup, 6036 New Deluxe Triple Pickup, 3011 Famous Standard,
NEW Convertible models 5005 without pickup, 5015 single pickup , 5025 double pickup, 4123 Guitarlin, 4423 Long Horn Bass, 3412
Short Horn Bass, 3923 Double Neck and S61 Hawaiian Guitar.
Amps...Twin-Fifteen, Twin-Twelve, Explorer, Centurion, The Viscount, Cadet, Corporal and Commando. Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see
or print the entire document clearly.
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1970 EMMONS Steel Guitars brochure- This PDF includes the COMPLETE brochure....nothing was omitted...a total of 4 high
resolution scans plus pricelist! My careful scans of the 8 1/2" x 11" original
color pamphlet style catalog show all of the cool pedal steels offered by this Burlington, North
Carolina Company at that time. Shown and described are: Professional Model Dual-Ten (D-10),
Professional Single-Ten (S-10), Student Single-Eight (SS-8). Information on Professional Model
features and an extensive pricelist included. The download brings the entire
digital brochure full of useful reference information on this maker's instruments in a continuous
PDF document......a great resource.
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1967 FRAMUS BANJOS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the complete
ORIGINAL 7 3/4" x 7 3/4" six-page catalog from my personal archive. This digital
brochure (original is one piece of paper folded three times to produce SIX well-illustrated pages)
includes each and every page if full detail. It shows and describes the complete banjo line
available from this German manufacturer at that time. Shown and described are : TENOR
BANJO models 6/274 , 6/174 and 6/74. FIVE STRING BANJO models 6/75, 6/275 , 6/175 and
long neck 6/175 PS. Also shows and describes GUITAR BANJO models 6/76 and 6/176. There
is one MANDOLIN BANJO model 6/78 as well. Undated. Download includes PDF
continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1967 FRAMUS GUITARS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11 1/2" sixteen-page catalog and two page insert from my personal archive.
This digital catalog includes each and EVERY page if full detail. It shows and describes the
complete guitar line available from this German manufacturer at that time. Shown and described
are : AZ-10 (Attila Zoller) SERIES models 5/67 and 5/65. Missouri acoustic electric model 5/60
E, thin body electrics (Studio, Atlantic, Caravelle, Deluxe 6) , electric 12 strings, Country
Western flattops (Gaucho, Texan, Western, Jumbo, Blue Ridge and the amazing double neck Big
18), Acoustic 12 strings, Solid Electrics (Strato series AND Big 18 double neck!), classic guitars,
Lute, electric basses (solid and thin acoustic electric), along with student guitars and mandolins
(solid and hollow body). The insert shows Fret Jet and New Sound acoustic electrics as well as
the Strato series solid bodies , Sorella and Missouri archtop cutaways! Undated. Download includes
PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1979 FRANKLIN GUITARS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the original
five-page Franklin OM guitar brochure from Guitar's Friend.
This PDF includes each and EVERY page in full detail. It shows and describes the
OM model guitar line available from this maker at that time. Includes descriptions and
prices of model 1 (OM-18 style), model 2 (OM-28 style Indian Rosewood), model 3 (OM-28 style Brazilian Rosewood)
and model 4 (OM-41 style). Includes pricelist and endorsement page. Download includes
PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1979 GIVENS GUITAR & MANDOLIN catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of this rare 12 page brochure
from my personal archive. This digital brochure includes descriptions of instruments hand made
by R.L. Givens at that time.
Included are: Style 27 and Style 18 flattop guitars as well as A & F model mandolins. Download includes PDF
continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1982 GOLD STAR BANJO catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" color brochure from my personal archive. This digital brochure is a
single piece of paper folded in thirds to produce 6 full color pages showing and describing Gold
Star mahogany and maple ARCHTOP series banjos available at that time.
Shown and described are : Hearts & Flowers Model HF12 (maple), Model HF11 (mahogany),
Model FE11 (Flying Eagle mahogany), Wreath Models W11 (mahogany) and Model W12
(maple). Also includes 1982 dealer pricelist with discount prices included. Download includes PDF
continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1982 GOLD STAR BANJO catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" color brochure from my personal archive. This digital brochure is a
single piece of paper folded in thirds to produce 6 full color pages showing and describing Gold
Star mahogany FLATHEAD series banjos available at that time.
Shown and described are : GF100FE (Flying Eagle), GF100W (Wreath), GF100 HF (Hearts &
Flowers) and GF85 (RB-3 inlay). Additional photos show construction details making these
some of the finest production banjos made. Also includes 1982 dealer pricelist with discount
prices included. Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire
document clearly.
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1975 GREAT LAKES Banjo catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" 25-page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes the complete line of top quality open back and resonator banjos produced by
the way-too-short-lived Great Lakes Banjo Co. in Ann Arbor Michigan at this
time. Illustrations and descriptions of all the 5 string banjos included:
Vanguard, Standard, Blue Ribbon, No. 4, No. 5, Bill Keith Special, Elite and Presentation. Also
includes the original price list dated June 1st, 1975. Download includes PDF continuous document
allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
Can't be without this one!
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1980 GURIAN Guitars catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 7 1/4" sixteen-page guitar catalog from my personal archive. This
digital catalog shows and describes the complete line of acoustic guitars offered by Gurian
Guitars at this time. This rare black and white catalog has loads of information and
descriptions on model sizes, woods, neck to body mounting, bracing, etc. Shows and describes
Size 2 , Size 3 , Jumbo and Cutaway steel strings and a classic guitar as well as accessories,
testimonials and photos. Includes 1980 price list and letter from Michael Gurian! Download includes
PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1980 "THE GURIAN CUTAWAY" guitar folder- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE ORIGINAL
Gurian Cutaway guitar brochure from my personal archive. This
digital facsimile shows and describes in detail the Cutaway as well as the Size 2 , Size 3
and Jumbo guitars offered by Gurian
Guitars at this time. This rare color brochure is one piece of paper folded to produce like
eight panels and has information, photos and descriptions on model sizes, woods, neck to body mounting,
bracing, etc. Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1973 HARPTONE Guitars catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" four-page color catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes the acoustic guitars offered by the Harptone Mfg Corp at this time.
Illustrations of the Sultans; S-6NC, RS-6BC, Eagles; E-6N, E-6NC, E-6S, Zodiacs; Z-6N, Larks:
L-6N, L-12NC and the George Harrison/Ringo Star Model RS-6NC. Also the B-4 acoustic bass.
One full page of "features of Harptone Guitars" showing bracing, frets, headstock design, double
truss rod and arched back. Includes original price list! Download includes PDF continuous document
allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
Can't be without this one!
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1997 HIWATT AMPLIFICATION catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the original
four-page HiWatt amplification brochure from my personal archive.
This PDF includes each and EVERY page in full detail. It includes an introduction and
shows the amps available including: DC-40 Bulldog, SA-112 Bulldog, SE-4123, DR-103 and DR-504.
One page of Artist endorsements as well. Download includes
PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1967 HOFNER GUITARS & BASSES catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the complete ORIGINAL color catalog
from my personal archive. This digital catalog includes each and every page if full detail. It
shows and describes: Electric Basses...Hofner 500/1, 500/2, G500/1,, Hofner 500/8BZ,
B500/8BZ, 500/6, 185-S. Electric Guitars... Hofner 172, 173, 176, 177 Hofner 459VTZ, 459TZ,
G459VTZ, G459TZ Hofner 4500, 4560, 4680, 4700 Hofner 4572, 4578, B4578 Hofner
4574VTZ, 4575VTZ, 4600 Hofner 125, 126, 457/12, 457SE2, 470SE2, 467SE2. Acoustic
Guitars... Hofner 450-S, 457-S, 470-S, 467-S Hofner 448, 489, 491, 496 Hofner 490, 492, 492E
Hofner E484 Hofner 484, 487, 493, 497, 498, 4980, 514H. Lutes and Mandolins...Hofner 408,
420 (Lute), 545, E545 (Mandolin) Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see or
print the entire document clearly.
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1978 HOHNER GUITARS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the Very High Quality 8 1/2" x
11" full color 12 page catalog from my archive showing and describing the complete
line of acoustic guitars including the rare Limited Edition Series! Photos and descriptions of all
these models included: HG-310, HG-320, HG-330 (classic), HG-340 HG-360R, HG-360M,
HG-370, HG-700, HG-701, HG-710, HG-720, HG-730, HG-731, HG-740, HG-741, HG-05,
HG-07, HG-08, HG-20, HG-22, HG-299, HG-294, HG-03, HG-04, HG-06, HG-07E, HG-09,
HG-26, HG-200, HG-210, HG-300, HG-599, HG-14, HG-15, HG-16, HG-17, HG-18, HG-25,
HG-614, HG-12, HG12D, HG-12L and HG-512. Download includes PDF continuous document
allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1978 HOHNER BANJOS Mandolins Ukuleles catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the 8 1/2" x 11" full color 12-
page catalog showing and describing the complete line including the rare HB-800 Limited
Edition "tree of life" inlaid 5 string banjo! Other banjo models included are HB-450, HB-350,
HB-120V, HB-118, HB-117, HB-115, HB-305, HB-100F (folk), HB351F (folk). Mandolins
include HM-100, HM-108, HM-110, HM-150, HM-390 limited edition F-5 copy, HM-20,
HM-105, HM-200E and Ukulele models HU-3, HU-6, HU-9, HU-10. Cool original catalog and a
great resource. Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire
catalog clearly.
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1978 Iida BANJOS Catalogue- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" FULL color catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
includes every page of the original catalog showing and describing the complete line of fine BANJOS
produced by Iida at this time. Color illustrations and descriptions of:
FIVE STRING Models 223 & 225, Model 226 & 229, Models 227, 230 & 231,
Models 232-1 & 233, BELLA DONNA (Vega Tubaphone #9 style), Model 235 mastertone copy (available in 4 different inlay patterns), Model
237, 239 & 240, Model FB550 & FB440 open back Folk Banjos, Model 227BM (banjo mandolin), Model 260 SIX string banjo, and Models
239T (tenor) and 231P (plectrum). Download includes
PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog very clearly.
Great reference material.
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1950s JENCO MUSICAL PRODUCTS brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE
ORIGINAL Jen-Co Musical Products brochure from my personal archive. This digital collection
includes four top quality scans of the ORIGINAL brochure showing Xylophones, Marimbas, Electric Vibra-Bells,
Glockenspiels, Tympany, tubular chimes and orchestra bells. One piece of paper folded to
produce 4 panels. Download includes PDF continuous
document allowing you to see or print the entire brochure clearly.
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1970 KASINO AMPLIFIERS brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" KASINO AMPLIFIERS brochure from my personal archive. This PDF
includes 4 full color top quality scans of the ORIGINAL 4 panel color brochure. Brochure
shows and describes amp models 401, 151, 252, 802, 804, 824, 404, 424, 402, 422 as well as the
colossal 1608 (sixteen 10" speaker) and 1628 (sixteen 12" speaker) amplifiers from the Kustom
Electronics folks in Kansas. Download includes PDF continuous
document allowing you to see or print the entire brochure clearly.
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1967 KENT ELECTRIC GUITARS, FLATTOPS, MANDOLINS & BANJOS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" KENT MUSICAL PRODUCTS catalog from my personal archive. This PDF
includes 14 full color top quality scans of the ORIGINAL dated catalog. With a very cool beach scene on the cover, this
catalog shows and describes KENT hollow body electric models 821, 820 & 822. KENT solid bodies models 740 white, 741 cherry red & 742 blonde FOUR pickup
are also shown and described. KENT 12 string double pickup solid body electric model 745 cherry red, KENT 743 sunburst BASS, 744 electric Mandolin (blonde) and
744 solid body electric mandolin in white are also shown & described. KENT also shows VIOLIN SHAPED CUTAWAYS...834 cherry red 6-string violin shaped, 835 yellow sunburst
electric 12-string violin shaped, 836 yellow sunburst electric mandolin violin shaped and 833 Amber violin bass. Much more including Folk models 657 , 658 (12-string),
3505, 3506 4701 and 4751 (12-strings),Jumbo Westerns model 3504 & 4702, KENT Tenor banjos, 5 string banjos and classic guitars too!! Download includes PDF continuous
document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1983 KENTUCKY MANDOLIN brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" KENTUCKY MANDOLIN brochure from my personal archive. This digital collection
includes six top quality scans of ORIGINAL b&w KENTUCKY MANDOLIN brochure. One piece of paper folded to
produce 6 panels, this brochure, with David Grisman on the cover, shows and describes KM-DAWG, KH-DAWG,
KM-1500, KM-1000, KM-600, KM-800, KM-650, KM-250S and KM-180S. Download includes PDF continuous
document allowing you to see or print the entire brochure clearly.
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1979 LoPrinzi Guitars catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL guitar brochure from my personal archive. This
digital facsimile shows and describes LoPrinzi acoustic guitars offered at this time.
This rare brochure gives information ,descriptions and some photos of: Dreadnaught Flattops LM-15, LM-12, LR-15, LR-20, LR-25
, LR-50, LR-50-20. Folk Guitars VM-10, TM-10, VR-10 and Flattop 12 string models LM-15-12, LM-12-12.
Includes pricelist. Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see
or print the entire brochure clearly.
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1975 MADEIRA (from GUILD) Guitars catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL guitar brochure from my personal archive. This
digital facsimile shows and describes the complete line of Madeira guitars , mandolins and banjo offered
by Madeira ...imports that were serviced and distributed exclusively by Guild Guitars. This rare full color brochure gives loads of
information photos and descriptions of: Jumbo Bodies, 12-Strings, Classic Guitars, Mandolins and
5 string banjo. Dreadnaughts, Folk models...they're all here along with a pricelist. Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see
or print the entire brochure clearly.
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1970s MIGHTY MITE Brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE 70s
brochure with 8 pages containing illustrations and information on this company's
guitar parts and accessories. strat pickguards, pickups, brass replacement parts, pickups,
bridges, saddles,etc. Good reference.
Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or PRINT the entire brochure clearly.
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1951 NATIONAL Guitars catalog- Offering a Download containing superb high quality scans of the complete ORIGINAL 7" x 10"
16 page catalog. This digital catalog shows and describes the complete
line of National guitars, amps and lap steels offered at the time. Photos and descriptions of all
these models included:
"Grand Console" Double Neck Electric Hawaiian, "New Yorker" Electric Hawaiian , "Dynamic"
Electric Hawaiian, Special 8 String Electric Hawaiian, National "TripleX Chord Changer",
"Chicagoan" Electric Hawaiian Guitar And Amplifier, Model 1215 and 1210 National
Amplifiers, Triple Neck Electric Hawaiian, National Clipper Electric Hawaiian,
Model 1122 Solid Body Electric Spanish, Model 1123 Solid Body Electric Spanish
Cutaway (both single and double pickup solid body models shown), National Deluxe
Amplifier, "Club Combo" Electric Spanish, No. 1191 "Student" Flat Top Spanish,
National Amplifiers #1202, #1212, #1275, "Aristocrat" Electric Spanish, "California"
Electric Spanish, No. 1120 and No 1125 Electric Spanish, No. 1135 Carved Top
Spanish, No 1140 Carved Top Spanish, No. 1155 Jumbo Flat Top Spanish , No 1150
Concert Flat Top Spanish. The Jumbo flattop features the Gibson body with National
neck. Cool Original catalog and a great resource. Download includes PDF format continuous
document so you can see or print the entire catalog in ultimate
clarity.
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1964 NATIONAL Guitars catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" eight page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes the complete line of electric guitars and amplifiers by Valco Guitars at this
time. Illustrations and descriptions of all the fabulous "Glas" body electrics included:
Glenwood 95, 98 and 99, Newport 88, 84 and 82, National 85 Bass, Studio 66, Westwood 77,
75, and 72, 9 different amplifiers and 4 different Electric Steel guitars. (New Yorker, Dynamic
25, Studio 76, Console 50 double neck). Also includes the original price list dated July 1st, 1964.
Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print
the entire catalog clearly.
Can't be without this one!
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1939 OAHU Guitars & Accessories catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" 36-page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes the complete line of top quality acoustic, electric and Hawaiian guitars
produced by the Oahu Co. in Cleveland, Ohio at this
time. Illustrations and descriptions of all their cool stuff included:
Oahu Deluxe Jumbo Guitar, Oahu Jumbo Guitar, Oahu Hawaiian Electric Guitar & Amplifier,
plus loads of other acoustics, Bass Viol, Bassoguitar, cases, strings, picks, flat bars, round bars,
guitar stands, microphones, bridges, Hawaiian Jewelry....even Hula Skirts!. Also includes four
scans of a special insert "Oahu Custom Built Electric Guitars". Download includes PDF continuous
document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1948 OAHU Guitars & Accessories catalog No. 27- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" 60-page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes the complete line of top quality acoustic, electric and Hawaiian guitars
produced by the Oahu Co. in Cleveland, Ohio at this
time. Illustrations and descriptions of all their cool stuff included:
Diana Lap Steel, Iolana double neck Hawaiian, Iolana amp, rickenbacker double neck electric hawaiian,
Harmony electric guitars & amps, Melodier guitar, Dickerson Lap steel & amp, DeArmond Pickups, Oahu Supreme,
Oahu Comet Console, Varsity, ElectroVoice Microphones, cases, steels, picks, bridges and loads of other accessories.
Download includes PDF continuous
document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1935 PARAMOUNT & LANGESTILE BANJO Brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of some RARE prewar Paramount pages
containing illustrations and information on their late production banjos.
There are a total of SIX pages excerpted from a 1935 catalog of a major retailier showing "STUDENT PRINCE" tenors, "LANGE CRAFT" model
numbers 14, 18, 20 & 24 and PARAMOUNT Style 1, Style X & Style B. Additionally there are a couple of rarely seen Paramount "NEW MODELS" called "The Trooper" &
"The Rhythm Special"! This exciting collection also includes a couple of pages of interesting banjo accessories as well.
Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or PRINT the entire collection clearly.
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1930 SUPER-PARAMOUNT BANJO Brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
reprint of the 8 1/2" x 11" prewar Paramount brochure with 16 black & white pages
(not counting covers) containing illustrations and information on these banjos.
Shows Paramount Style No. 1, Style B, Leader, Aristocrat Special, Artcraft,
Super Paramount models..., Artist Supreme, Artist Professional, Artist Supreme and the
unique Paramount Spanish Guitar too! Good reference if you missed out on this reprint.
Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or PRINT the entire brochure clearly.
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1970s POLYTONE Brochure- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE 70s
brochure with 5 pages containing illustrations and information on this company's
guitars and amps. Good reference.
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1980s RAMIREZ GUITAR Catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE cirec 1982
color catalog containing illustrations and information on the guitars of Jose Ramirez.
This catalog is undated. My best guess is early 80s. The Centenario is shown (1882-1982) which leads me to
believe this MAY be from 1982-83. Loads of primo classical and flamenco guitars. The PDF includes 12 scans. Each scan
shows TWO pages of the 24 page catalog. Excellent reference.
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1982 SAGA BANJOS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL Saga Banjos catalog shown. This digital catalog
of 6 scans shows and describes the complete line of banjos offered at that time.
Illustrations and descriptions of Style I, Style II, Special Florentine, Style III, Student
and Bella Voce as well as specifications. Download includes PDF continuous
document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1982 SAGA GUITARS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL Saga Guitars catalog shown. This digital catalog shows and describes the complete
line of guitars offered at that time.Illustrations and descriptions of HD-112, HD-305 and HD-115 as well as
a Dreadnought Guitars Features chart that includes specs on all the models offered AND a price list and letter.
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document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog clearly.
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1980s SAGA BANJO KITS CATALOG- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 9" x 12" catalog with 11 numbered pages
(not counting covers) of photos and information on SAGA BANJO KITS.
Features The RK-6 based on classic banjo designs from the mid-30s, the RK-4 , OK-4 (Whyte Laydie), RK-2 and
OK-2, along with a page of accessories and another with all specifications.
Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or PRINT the entire manual very clearly.
Brilliant out of print reference.
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1959 SCOTT High Fidelity Catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
8 1/2" x 5 1/2" eighteen-page original catalog showing and describing all the cool Stereo-
Monophonic high fidelity components offered by this Maynard, Mass Company at that time.
Shown and described are the 135 Stereo-Dapter, #99D 22-watt Complete Amplifier, #209 36-
watt Complete Amplifier, #210F 36-watt Dynaural Complete Amplifier, #121C Dynaural
Equalizer-Preamp, #299 40-watt Stereo Amplifier, #330C AM-FM Stereo Tuner, #130
Stereo Preamplifier, #250 40-watt Power Amplifier, #310B Broadcast Monitor Tuner,
#311C FM Tuner, #300 AM-FM Tuner, #710 Stroboscopic Turntable, #1000 Matched Stereo
Arm & Cartridge as well as a Hi-Fi guide and brief history of the company.
A must for the audiophile. Download includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print
the entire brochure clearly.
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1989 SHENANDOAH (by Martin) Catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
8 1/2" x 11" original FULL COLOR pamphlet catalog (one piece that folds into three double
sided pages) with color photographs of Martin's short-lived Shenandoah line of guitars at the
time. You're gonna want to have this one in your archive if you're serious about Martins. This is
one you'll cherish and read over and over again. . Color illustrations and descriptions of all their
cool stuff included:
SE-2832, SE-6032, C-20, HD-2832, 000-2832, D12-2832, D-6032, D-1832, D-2832, D-3532, D-
6732, D-4132 as well as a "Shenandoah Production Specifications" page. Download includes PDF
continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire brochure clearly. Next
time the discussion centers around whether these have veneer or solid back and sides you'll be
able to answer authoritatively.
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1978 SHO-BUD Steel Guitars brochure- This is one Download containing high quality scans of the complete ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11"
full color 8 page brochure. This digital brochure shows and describes the complete
line of pedal steel guitars. Photos and descriptions of all these models included:
Model 6164 PRO III, Model 6155 PRO II , Model 6166 Super Pro, Model 6150 L.D.G, Model
6148 Pro I Custom, Model 6152 Maverick and Model 6139 (described but not shown). Also
shows volume pedal and other accessories. Cool Original catalog and a great resource. Prices
also written in. Download shows entire document in PDF continuous document format to see or print
the entire brochure clearly.
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1981 Martin SIGMA Catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
8 1/2" x 11" original FULL COLOR pamphlet catalog (one piece that folds into three double
sided pages) with color photographs of Martin's Sigma line of imported guitars and banjos at the
time. Color illustrations and descriptions of the entire line included:
DM-18, DM-19, DR-28, DR-28H, DR-35, DR-41, SA-1 mandolin, DM-3, DM-4, DM12-4, DM-
5, DR-7, DM12-5, DR12-7, CS-3, DS-5, CR-7, CR-9, GCS-3, GCS-5, SB-226, SB-229 Download
includes PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire brochure in ultimate
clarity. Includes pricelist.
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1930s SLINGERLAND GUITAR BANJO MANDOLIN UKE Catalogue- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 4" x 9" undated (30s era) catalog with 24 numbered pages. This digital catalog
includes every page of the original catalog showing and describing the complete line of fine
Guitars, Banjos, Mandolins and Ukuleles produced by Slingerland at this time. Includes illustrations and
descriptions of:
ARCHED TOP GUITARS...NITE HAWK no.83, SONGSTER no. 81, MAYBELLS no. 76, no. 82, no. 84 and no. 85;
FLAT TOP GUITARS...MAYBELL no. 25, no. 7, no. 75, no. 5, no. 24...COLLEGE PAL GUITARS no. 0 , no. 1, no. 2;
MANDOLINS...SONGSTER no. 181, MAYBELL no. 182, no. 32; BANJOS...MAYBELL, TROUBADOUR, DELUXE no. 454, SONGSTER,
RECORDING NITE HAWK no. 428 & MAYBELL QUEEN.
Also includes a page of 5 ukes and prices on all instruments. Download includes
PDF continuous document allowing you to see or print the entire catalog very clearly.
Great reference material.
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1977 ARTHUR E. SMITH BANJOS catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the RARE complete
ORIGINAL 6 1/2" x 9 1/2" 16-page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog
shows and describes the complete line of quality banjos produced by this too-short-lived
Massachusetts company. Shown and described are the following FIVE string banjos:
Northhampton, Shelburne I, II, III, IV and Professional (internal resonators).
Also photos from the shop and detailed illustrations of necks and pots.
Cool Original digital catalog and a tremendous resource. Dated 1977. Includes 1977 price list.
Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire catalog in ultimate
clarity.
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1971 UNIVOX ELECTRIC GUITARS- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of over 30
ORIGINAL 9" x 12" promo sheets. This digital
file includes all 30+ pages in black & white full detail. It shows and describes Univox's
electric guitars and bass available at that time as well as their numerous amps, PAs, Acoustic guitars,
banjo and microphones too.
Shown and described are : U1982 R&B Guitar(LesPaul style), U1935 Effie Guitar (ES-330 style),
U1820 Badazz Guitar & U1820B Bass (SG style), UHS-1 Lucy Guitar (Lucite body), U1800 HiFlier Guitar & U 1800B Bass
(Ventures style), U1825 Coily Guitar & U1835 Coily Bass (ES-335 style) and loads of other items. Pretty rare repro stuff. Download
includes PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire document clearly.
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1990 WASHBURN ACOUSTIC GUITARS CATALOG- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" full color catalog with 15 pages of photos and information on Washburn's fine acoustics.
Includes photos and descriptions of: FLATTOPS....Golden Harvest D90SW, Harvest Deluxe D70SW, Harvest D68SW, Prairie Song D61SW,
J50S, J20S, D30S, D32S, D32S12, D29S, D28S, D28S12, D25S, D25S12, D21S, D20S, D10, D13, D14, D12, D1212. ELECTRIC ACOUSTICS....
D61SWE, D21SE, D29CE, D12CE, D1212CE, SBC20, SBF24. FESTIVAL SERIES....Marquee EA46, Tanglewood EC41, Woodstock EA40, Newport EA20, Monterey EA30,
MANDOLINS...M5SW, M4SW, M3SW, M1S. BANJOS......B19, B14, B16, B12, B9. CLASSIC GUITARS....Enrique Tapicas, Sevilla C200SW, Valencia C100SW,
Madrid C80S, Zaragoza C60, Cadiz C40. Last page covers Stephen's Extended Cutaway models Charleston DC80 and Lexington DC60.
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1970s WILDWOOD BANJO COMPANY CATALOG- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the complete
ORIGINAL 7 1/2" x 10" black & white catalog with 12 pages
(counting covers) of photos and information on Mark Platin's fine banjos.
Includes information on the company, necks, rims, tone rings, testimonials from John Burke & Art Rosebaum,
photos and specifications on THE MINSTREL, THE TROUBADOR, THE ARTIST, THE SOLOIST and THE PARAGON.
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1980s WILDWOOD BANJO COMPANY CATALOG- Offering a Download containing high quality scans (300 dpi) of the complete
ORIGINAL 8 1/2" x 11" color brochure with photos and information on Mark Platin's fine banjos.
One piece of paper folded to create 6 panels, this catalog includes descriptions and
photos of the TRADITIONAL (open back) line consisting of THE MINSTREL, THE TROUBADOR & THE HEIRLOOM as well
as the BLUEGRASS line (resonator models) including THE ARTIST, THE PARAGON & THE SOLOIST. Also includes
construction/shop photos (b&w) and info on necks, rims, inlays, tone rings, resonators and warranties.
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1935 Ludwig Drums catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete ORIGINAL 11" x 8 1/2" fifty-six page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog shows and describes the complete line of drums and accessories by the Chicago, Illinois Drum Company at the time as well as banjos. Shown and described are: Tympani, Super Sensitive Snares , Parade Drums , Bass Drums, Monster Bass Drum, Pearl Finish drums, Tom-Toms and , of course, the great old OUTFITS ...many of which are shown in vibrant color. Gold Flake, Peacock Pearl, Multi Color Outfit, Radio Special Outfit, Favorite Outfit, Marvel Outfit, Happy Days Outfit, Tango and Sunny Jim outfits too...blocks, Super Speed Pedals, Marimba, Xylophone, Vibra-Celeste, Bells, Bell-Lyra, Chimes, Bugles, Drum Corps supplies, everything percussion in this ol gal including bunches of Zenjian and Ludwig cymbals and page after page of accessories and parts. Last page shows, describes and prices the Ludwig BANJOS too. A delightfully entertaining original digital catalog and a tremendous resource. Dated 1939. Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire catalog clearly. An unbelievably detailed Ludwig catalog from the early days......$10.99 |
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1939 WFL Drums catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete ORIGINAL 6" x 9" forty-eight page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog shows and describes the complete line of drums and accessories by the Chicago, Illinois Drum Company at the time. Shown and described are: Snares , Bass Drums, Parade Drums ,Tom-Toms and , of course, the great old OUTFITS ...many of which are shown in vibrant color. Also the Speed King Pedal, bunches of Zilco , Kassan and Zildjian and page after page of accessories and parts. Even trumpets in this one! A delightfully entertaining original digital catalog and a tremendous resource. Dated 1939. Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire catalog clearly. An unbelievably detailed WFL catalog from the early days...WARNING!.... repeated viewing of this golden age catalog may fan the flames of any vintage drum passion...$10.99 |
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1941 WFL Drums catalog- Offering a Download containing high quality scans of the RARE complete ORIGINAL 6" x 9" sixty-four page catalog from my personal archive. This digital catalog shows and describes the complete line of drums and accessories by the Chicago, Illinois Drum Company at the time. Shown and described are: Snares (Solo-Artist, Hollywood, Swing, Concert, Paramount,etc), Bass Drums (Imperial, Zephyr), Parade Drums (Concert, Corpsman, Zephyr Squadron, Legionaire, etc), Tenor Drums, Tom-Toms including the "Sensational Pedal Tom-Tom", Tympani Drums and Equipment and , of course, the great old OUTFITS (Downbeat, Ray Bauduc Bob Cat, Club Date, Swing Special, Dance Outfit, Swing Session, Marble Capitol, Zephyr, etc). Also the Speed King Pedal, bunches of Zilco , Kassan and Zildjian and page after page of accessories and parts. This is a very cool and entertaining Original digital catalog and a tremendous resource. Dated 1941. Download includes PDF continuous document so you can see or print the entire catalog clearly. $10.99 |
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- UNICORD Power Plus Amplifiers brochure (undated, est 1970)- high quality scan (300 dpi) of the RARE ORIGINAL
8 1/2" x 11" 4-panel brochure showing solid state amplifiers, PA systems and Univerb. This 4 page brochure shows and describes the MAGNA COMBO amplifier system,
ULTRA BASS amplifier system, P.A. SYSTEM, DELTA amplifier and UNIVERB reverberation unit offered by UNICORD at this time. Undated my current best guess is 1970.
PDF is one page allowing you to see or print brochure very clearly. (to order this download simply click on "add to cart" button
directly below.)
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- PROVIDENCE GUITAR & BANJO brochure (undated, est 1969)- high quality scan (300 dpi) of the RARE ORIGINAL
8 1/2" x 11" 4-panel brochure showing complete banjos as well as repro necks. This single page 4-panel black and white brochure shows and describes the
Mastertone-style banjos and reproduction Mastertone necks offered by Providence Guitar & Banjo at this time. Undated my current best guess is 1969.
PDF is four pages allowing you to see or print brochure very clearly. (to order this download simply click on "add to cart" button
directly below.)
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- LaTOSCA ACCORDIONS catalog (1950)- high quality scan (300 dpi) of the RARE ORIGINAL
8 1/2" x 11" seven-page catalog showing LaTosca and Hohner accordions. This 7-panel black and white brochure shows and describes the
many (made in Italy) LaTosca accordion models as well as quite a few HOHNER accordions offered at this time. Undated but excerpted from a
1950 jobber catalog. PDF is seven pages allowing you to see or print the entire publication very clearly. (to order this download simply click on "add to cart" button
directly below.)
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