Seiko clock movements are extremely accurate and reliable for over 130 years. It isn't necessarily at the top of the list of classic models, but just in terms of sales it was absolutely huge, with over 47000 Melody Makers shipped in a relatively short period between 1959 and 1970. [8], The All American II featured two high output single coil pickups creating a tonality similar to a hotrodded Telecaster than a typical Gibson instrument. 1962 Gibson Melody Maker, Tobacco Sunburst, Nice wide neck, Light weight, Lively and Resonant, Very cool vintage solid body with lot? 25 watching. Great communicator and businessman. This listing is for a single vintage 1960s Gibson strap button or end pin. Become a partner The Gibson Melody Maker is an absolutely legendary Gibson solid body guitar. Up until 1961, Gibson dated solidbodies by utilizing the first number of the serial number to indicate the last digit of the year built, confirming that this Melody Maker is a 1960. This white plastic strap button would be found on most acoustic models such a B-25, J-45 and also on some Melody Maker models and bass models as well. I'm hoping you can provide me some information about my Gibson Melody Maker guitar. The EB-0 and the Melody Maker are kissing cousins, with their all-mahogany construction, mudbucker pickups, and a 30.5" scale length. Please see pictures . [4] Its purpose was as an even cheaper alternative to the Gibson Les Paul Junior which was itself introduced as a student model in 1954. A 3/4-sized Melody Maker debuted the same year as well. The Melody Maker was essentially a budget version of the Les Paul Junior with a thinner body, a narrow headstock without the wings, and a thinner pickup with no pole pieces. The affordable Melody Maker became Gibson's best-selling solidbody guitar by the mid-1960s. Colloquially known as the SG Melody Maker, it gained the SG's pointed "horns", while a large white scratchplate and white pickup covers replaced the black. Call to Inquire: (818) 222-4113. See more. Nice straight and original early 60's Melody Maker in very good condition with playing wear and finish character.Hardshell case included as shown. If a selling price includes VAT it will be clearly indicated on the website and on your invoice. Offer your instruments to dealers and builders on VintageAndRare.See our blogStay tuned for exciting news, interviews, great stories and beautiful instruments on the VintageAndRare blog.Search for instruments, Sell instruments through VintageAndRare All the electronics, from the small single-coil pickups to the cable jack, were assembled on the pickguard and installed in a rout in the front of the body. 3.1 The customer is responsible for shipping costs. The Melody Maker's final price list inclusion was in the September 1970 list. In 1974-75 Gibson finally moved to the much more cost-efficient bolt-on necks with the Gibson Marauder and then the Gibson Sonex of the 80s. It's the second version with the classic double cutaway design but still in Sunburst finish before they switched to the differen \"Joan Jett\"-shape in 1964. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Nut Width -1 11/16" 1st fret - .787 12th fret - .989 Weight - 5lbs. Learn More. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. Make room for new gear in minutes. It now has a smaller single-coil pickup than the P-90, a wraparound bridge/tailpiece unit, a mahogany neck, and a pickguard similar to the original Melody Maker. I need help: Identifying a mid 1960's Gibson/Kalamazoo. Featured products Lots of lacquer checking. [2] The body style was changed again in 1966 to that of the Gibson SG. Up for sale, a 1961 Gibson Melody Maker D (Double) in collector-grade condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original faux alligator chipboard case, hangtag, strap, and Gibson strings and picks. Gibson melody maker 1963, lots of mojo fantastic guitar all original Become a partner Gibson singlecoil pick-up with strong output of 8.12K, two golden reflector knobs, compensated stop-bar tailpiece - all original and awesome player! It's in good condition for its age, and everything works except the tone knob. Be the first to know when one is listed: Follow this Product Gallery Product Specs Price Guide Introduced in 1959 the Melody Maker, first offered as a single-cut design and from 1961 onwards as a double-cut design, features a slab mahogany body and one piece mahogany neck with rosewood fretboard and one single coil bridge pickup. Housed in a later padded imitation crocodile soft gig bag (9.00).The Melody Maker was originally released [in early 1959] as a single pickup model, available with either a regular (24 3/4") or a short (22 1/2") scale neck. This Gibson Melody Maker is in excellent shape and probably worth at least three times. Not a VintageandRare member?Sign up here: 1963 Gibson Melody Maker - Sunburst incl. Single-layer six-screw black plastic "all-on-one-plate" pickguard with the words "Melody Maker" by the end of the fretboard. Even entry level Gibson guitars in the early 1960s were made out of very nice pieces of wood; mahogany and rosewood in this case, the likes of which are simply not available in large quantities today. More details:https://shop.guitarpoint.de/de/vintage-gibson-/1963-gibson-melody-maker-sunburst1963 Gibson Melody Maker in Sunburst in very good condition. That member was reported. This protects me and you! I forgot my username or password, Keep me signed in. Cancel. In late 1966 or early 1967 the design changed again, finally adopting the Gibson SG style. Gibson Melody Maker 1961 - 1963 Electric Guitars Solid Body Gibson Own one like this? She's got a nice neck & playability. Its Birdland at Jimmy Wallace Guitars !! 1960 gibson melody maker sunburst dual pickups dbl cutaway w / orig case, Find more Gibson Melody Maker for sale at vintageguitarsforsale.co, 1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog, 1970 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns Celebrated Classics' catalog, 1971 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns' catalog, 1965 Gretsch 'For the Spectacular Sound of the Times' guitar and amp catalog, Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret ends, 1966 Hagstrom 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog (Merson USA), 1971 Gibson Les Paul Recording guitar owners manual, 1971 Gibson Les Paul Triumph bass owners manual. It's not a high-end case nor is it in great shape, but the key here is that it's original. It also incorporates a maple neck with a 50's rounded profile, a full-size Les Paul headstock with a "Melody Maker" truss rod cover, and two P-90S pickups. Click each image for a browse through the respective catalog, and the Melody Makers within. In 2011 Gibson released the Flying V Melody Maker, Explorer Melody Maker, SG Melody Maker and the Les Paul Melody Maker. Local Pickup. The Melody Maker was returned to the Gibson line as a sub-model of the Les Paul model. 1965 GIBSON MELODY MAKER GUITAR .factory CUSTOM COLOR EMBER RED .find another!! [7] It was inspired by the original Melody Maker, but differed from it in having chrome tuners, no scratchplate, controls rear-mounted in the traditional Gibson solid-body style, and a bridge/vibrola unit. To Mike and everyone at Jimmy Wallace Guitarswhat can I say? Dealer. [2] A short length version of the Vibrola vibrato device was also available as an option. More than likely, the potentiometer is bad and needs replacing, but that's an inexpensive repair. Nut Width -1 11/16 1st fret - .787 12th fret - .989 Weight - 5lbs. This particular instrument is 100% original and in amazingly good shape considering its 52 years old! This guitar is in exceptionally fine (9.00) condition, with only a few tiny chips on the edges. Gibson singlecoil pick-up, two golden reflector knobs, compensated stop-bar tailpiece - all original and in really great shape for a 52(!) 13oz. 215-216). It was originally offered in single and dual pickup configurations. Like both the original Melody Maker and the original Junior, the Les Paul Melody Maker featured dot inlays as fretboard markers and did not have a cap on its top. Its loaded w / a pair of P-90 & P-100 pickups loaded in a cool tortoise'gard w / stacked knob Volume & Tone controls. The original Gibson Melody Maker was first launched in 1959 and discontinued in 1971. and has a nice fat nut width of just over 1 11/16 inches and a regular scale length of 24 3/4 inches. The Melody Maker was built in the famous Gibson plant in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Recover Sign up for our mailing list to get the latest on sales, new releases, exclusive offers & more! Not bad for a guitar that was originally designed as a budget model, and certainly higher than the amount you were offered. In 2008 Gibson released the Joan Jett Signature Melody Maker. - Gibson 1963 Melody Maker N Stuff Music 52.7K subscribers Subscribe 5.4K views 4 years ago Join us on Facebook! Originally, this guitar would have a . Nice neck-size, nice medium C-profil, not to chunky. You have a lifelong customer and I will send EVERYONE that I know your way. Headstock with gold "Gibson" decal. Lots of wear, finish checking, etc. The latest builders A lot of old Gibson Melody Makers have had their single coil pickups replaced by P90 pickups, or mini-humbuckers. Upgrade, downgrade, cancel at any time. (Clear the check box if you're on a shared computer). Refunds are not available. For these items VAT will be deducted for sales outside the EU and for EU customers outside the Netherlands who have a valid VAT number in their own country. The earliest Melody Makers were generally available in Gibson's classic Sunburst nitrocellulose finish. From its inception it had a thin slab-style mahogany body and a glued in one-piece mahogany set neck. Don't let someone try to convince you that your treasure is actually trash. [12] It retails for $839. Your guitar is a 1960 Melody Maker. [3], The SG Melody Maker alongside the rest of the SG line was discontinued and replaced by the short-lived SG 100, 200 and 250 of 1972, quickly replaced by the more traditional SG I, II, and III. Free trial, The most viewed products The dual pickup configuration was discontinued in 2008 and is now considered a collectors item on eBay[11]. 1962 Gibson Melody Maker Electric Guitar One Owner in amazing condition. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Up for sale is a sweet 1963 Gibson Melody Maker DC in its original sunburst finish. Comes with the original alligator case! The case is a little rough, but still very usable. 1966 Gibson Melody Maker with Chipboard Case, 1961? No neck or fret wear, no buckle rash. The early sixties style, doublecut Melody Maker Double was reissued in 1977, shipping in moderate numbers through the rest of the decade. Our mission is to establish and develop the ultimate network/community designed for enthusiasts and retailers of vintage, rare and antique musical instruments, as well as an online network for dedicated builders of fine instruments. 2.2 When returning an item it must be in the same condition as when it was sold to you. LOVE my new 1953 Gibson SJ.truly thrilled with this incredible instrument and incredible experience. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The CEO of Gibson said in reference to the new Melody Maker that it could "almost be considered a reissue of a 1959 Gibson Melody Maker." Absolut lightweight with a weight of only 2,64Kg - very comfortable to play. Single Melody Maker black plastic-covered single-coil pickup with an output of 7.03k. A 1964 Gibson Melody Maker in sunburst finish, A 1969 Gibson Melody Maker in walnut finish. Your Melody Maker features a mahogany body and neck, rosewood fretboard, a single pickup, and knobs for volume and tone. Duchossoir, Gibson Electrics -- The Classic Years, pp. Gibson 1963 Melody Maker | Reverb Electric Guitars Solid Body Gibson MIKI MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS UMEDA Kitaku, Japan Gibson 1963 Melody Maker Used - Very Good $2,478.88 + $176.51 Shipping Recently Listed Buy It Now Add to Cart Watch Watch this listing to get price drop alerts Listed: 5 minutes ago Views: 2 Watchers: 0 About This Listing The handle has broken off, but is still in the case. Gibson first introduced the solidbody Les Paul guitar in 1952, and it quickly became very popular. Acclaimed by players. Incl. For sale is a Gibson Melody Maker 1965 - Cherry Electric Guitar w / Original Case in Very Good Condition! 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[2], Though Gibson stopped production of the Melody Maker in 1971, they continued manufacturing the classic single cut and double cut melody maker body style at various points throughout the years.[6]. 1963 Gibson Melody Maker Serial No. Excellent Original Condition Melody Maker The Melody Maker was introduced in 1959 as an entry-level solid body electric for beginners. [4K]1959Gibson Melody Maker 15:35 [4K]1958Gibson ES-175 - Hudson Davis 01:12 . 1963 Gibson Melody Maker Guitar Demo drowninginguitars 12K subscribers Subscribe Share 19K views 6 years ago One of my personal favorites, this one has a mini-humbucker and a wrap around. These pickups, based on the original pickups of the Gibson ES-125, use Fender-style Alnico slug magnets as opposed to the usual bar magnets. It was produced at the legendary Kalamazoo factory, Michigan, USA. The latest dealers It had one humbucking pickup, Grover tuners, a Tune-O-Matic bridge, and a stop tailpiece. 1961? Pro setup in house and comes complete with a non original hard case, 1966 Gibson Melody Maker, Cherry finish , All original , Plays and sounds great! '59 profile rounded neck. A ballpark value and any other information about this guitar would be appreciated. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Plays and sounds like the coveted burst era Les Paul's that are out of reach for the average person to ever get their hands on. At the same time of the Melody Maker, Gibson's then sister brand Epiphone made a version of the guitar named the Olympic. Absolut lightweight with a weight of only 2,49Kg - very comfortable to play. Gibson Melody Maker SG 2011 Guitar Satin Black with Gator Case Free Shipping!! #prsguitars #paulreedsmith #jimmywallaceguitars, Yep !! Free shipping. Why sell through VintageAndRare? [10] It offered a mixture of traditional Melody Maker features (straight-sided headstock, white button tuners, jack positioned on the top) and traditional Les Paul Junior features (bridge-mounted dogear P-90 pickup, Junior-style control mounting and pattern). View cart for details. Absolut lightweight with a weight of only 2,49Kg - very comfortable to play. These guitars came just in time for the birth of Punk and early Alternative artists, who embraced the simplicity and affordability of the "student instruments" new and vintage, the most notable being Joan Jett for whom the Melody Maker became her signature. If you have any questions, please ask. EUR Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. [12] There is now also a "Blackheart" version of this guitar introduced in 2010. [3], From 1959 to 1964 the finish was a sunburst, from 1964 to 1965 it was cherry, from 1966 on the "SG" Melody Maker it was fire engine red or pelham blue, in 1967 red was replaced by sparkling burgundy and walnut became an option from 1968. Sell Yours Listings Price Guide Reviews (15) Compare Listings All Filters0 We don't have any listings for this product right now. These terms and conditions apply to all items sold by Dear Wood Guitar Boutique, registered with the Chamber of Commerce under reg.no. A local music store offered me $450, but I don't know if this is a fair price or not. All specs are the same, but it is finished in black, with red and pearl heart inlays. nice medium C-profil, not to chunky. THIN LIZZY, Sydney Opera House, Oct 1978. Its loaded w / a pair of P-90 & P-100 pickups loaded in a cool tortoise'gard w / stacked knob Volume & Tone controls. Lower end models, like the Melody Maker were no exception, though they were not fitted with the most powerful pickups, or robust tuning keys. / / used by steve marriott on midget on maneuvers tour 1983 ,, presently owned by jimmy t ,, humble pie .. 1983 tour ,, guitar dates back to 1965 thru 1968 small faces for more info contact woody . THIS GUITAR HAS HAD ONE OWNER SINCE 1973 AND HAS BEEN TAKEN CARE OF. In those early days, Gibson produced some exceptional guitars out of some very fine old woods, with high quality nitrocellulose finishes. From June 1965, the suggested case was Durabilt, model 154. The guitar was discontinued in 1970, and was the last 12-string (excluding double necks) available from Gibson for very many years. The slim, low-action neck joins the ultra-thin contoured body at the 16th fret. Only ships to a Payment verified address in the Continental USA $80. Great Gibson Melody Maker in killer Cherry finish. Something went wrong. VINTAGE 1963 - 1965 GIBSON MELODY MAKER ELECTRIC GUITAR CHERRY RED. Plays like any great vintage slab-body of the 1960's. Gibson's Melody Maker was the ultimate guitar for beginners in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Gain access to our Dealers Collective and interact with other members of V&R. Finally in 1976/77 the Melody Maker was revived, and was shipped in moderate numbers compared to in it's heyday. Great patina. All products are thoroughly checked prior to shipment to avoid misunderstandings about the condition of the product. Plays and sounds great. 215943. Ridged "wrap-over" bridge with factory Maestro vibrato tailpiece. The latest builders Options on the Melody Maker included two pickups on the Melody Maker "D" model and a short-scale 3/4 neck. The Official Vintage Guitar Magazine Price Guide 2023 is out now, vintageguitarandbass.com 2004-2023 | terms and conditions | donate. Price: / / used by steve marriott on midget on maneuvers tour 1983 ,, presently owned by jimmy t ,, humble pie .. 1983 tour ,, guitar dates back to 1965 thru 1968 small faces for more info contact woody . ?s in great condition. Why sell through VintageAndRare? 215943. In 1932 he studied violin making under Rene Aerts. No cracks, no issues. The Melody Maker was produced through 1970 before it was rebranded as the SG-100/SG-200/SG-250 series. It's always fun when a guitar ends up being worth more than you thought, making it a true gem! Melodyland Christian Center was a church in Anaheim, California, that was located a short distance east of the Disneyland Resort.The Melodyland Theater and surrounding campus started as a theater in the round and later became an evangelical Christian church led by Pastor Ralph Wilkerson.The Melodyland theater and all the buildings on the church campus were demolished in 2003. It differs from the standard model by having a single burstbucker 3 humbucker pickup, an ebony fretboard and a double-cutaway body in white with a black vinyl pickguard. 4.1 The EU guidelines apply to all online purchases, meaning that you can return an item within 14 days. In fact, the 3/4 size Gibson Melody Maker actually outsold the regular scale model in 1959, though in no other year. In essence we are a gateway to vintage, rare and hand & custom built musical equipment, an easy-to-use tool and internet resource for dealers, builders, buyers and enthusiasts. VINTAGE 1963 -1965 GIBSON MELODY MAKER ELECTRIC GUITAR CHERRY RED WITH HARD CASE Pre-Owned $2,700.00 rsherryrae8 (1,201) 100% or Best Offer +$80.05 shipping Sponsored 1960 gibson melody maker sunburst dual pick ups dbl cutaway w/ orig case Pre-Owned $5,500.00 taran_jame (157) 100% or Best Offer Free local pickup 11 watchers Sponsored After VERY close examination could not find even one tiny imperfection or blemish, I would think this is rare for a 21 year old guitar. The latest dealers The "melody maker" that appeared in 1959 as a Student mode. Bacon, T. 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The latest arrivals Based on your guitar's conditionwhich appears to be 90 percent (excellent)it's currently worth between $1,300 and $1,650. Doing business with your colleagues has never been easier. Their guitar habitats are solid wood, humidity controlled and the perfect way to protect and display your instruments! Durabilt case 116, Archcraft case 316, Oblong case 1237 or Faultless case 0537. teachers and students for its fine sound. The guitar is offered in satin finishes and is one of the most economical Gibson guitars in recent years. Hey! Creditcard payments can only be accepted through the webshop. Introduced in 1959 the Melody Maker, first offeredasa single-cut design and from 1961 onwards as a double-cut design, features a slab mahogany body and one piece mahogany neck with rosewood fretboard and one single coil bridge pickup. In 1958, he moved to Long Beach, California. Located in the little town called Maintal (near Frankfurt), GuitarPoint has quickly become a good adress for guitar players, enthusiasts and collectors from all over the world. it cannot be returned. Save your funds up and shop here for the perfect guitar to change your life. are customers responsibility. 1962 Gibson Melody Maker Electric Guitar Full Scale One Owner NICE! Vintage 1963 Harmony Master H945 Arch top F Hole Accoustic Guitar Sunburst Gardnerville, Nevada, 894**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA $586 Vintage 1963 F Hole Accoustic Guitar Brand: Harmony Features: Made In The USA, Steel Reinforced Neck Guitar is in good used condition. THE SOUND OF THIS GUITAR IS AMAZING AND IT IS LIGHT WEIGHT, HAS GREAT ACTION SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR RELEASE OF PURCHASE Assymetrical double cutaway solid mahogany body with rounded horns slightly pointing away from neck. 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