Tag: selling-a-vintage-guitar
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A Closer Look At Fender’s ‘Fullerton’ American Vintage Reissues Of The 1980’s
By C. The Fender Fullerton Reissue guitars from the represent a historical moment of the company’s 1980’s production period. A time when Fender looked back to its roots in an effort to recapture the magic of its original 1950s and 60’s models, the iconic Stratocaster and Telecaster, while also responding to growing interest in vintage…
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What’s The Deal With PAF’s?
By C. For those familiar with the electric guitar, you’ve certainly heard the term “humbucker” in regards to pickups. These double-coil pickups differ greatly from their single-coil ancestors in both sound and aesthetics. These days, there is a wide variety of humbuckers available for practically any purpose. But what are the original humbuckers to rule…
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Guitar Appraisals: What Exactly Does It Mean?
By C. One of the most common requests we get at the shop is, do we offer appraisals on instruments? Well the answer is yes! With decades of experience in buying, selling, and authenticating vintage guitars, we’re happy to provide our patrons with an accurate and affordable appraisal with a timely turnaround time. But what…
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An Underrated Icon: The Guild Starfire
By C. When it comes to guitarists, most people prefer to have an arsenal of different instruments to suit their needs on-stage or in the studio. The right tool for the right job, as they say. Many of the same models tend to get the most praise time and time again, but what are some…
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No Stairway! The Historical Gibson EDS-1275
By C. The Gibson EDS-1275 is one of the most iconic guitars in the history of rock music. Often referred to as the “Gibson Double Neck,” this unique instrument has captured the imagination of guitarists and music enthusiasts alike since its introduction. Known for its distinctive twin-neck design, the EDS-1275 offers a combination of a…
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Know Your Neck Profile: A Quick Guide
By C. Guitar neck shapes, often referred to as “neck profiles,” play a crucial role in determining how a guitar feels and responds in a player’s hands. The shape of the neck affects not only comfort but also playability and performance, especially during extended sessions. Understanding the different neck profiles available can help guitarists find…
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In The Shop: 1962 Gibson L-5CESN
By C. Those with an affinity for archtop guitars are usually quite familiar with iconic Gibson guitars such as the ES-175, ES-335, and signature models such as the Johnny Smith, Barney Kessel, and Tal Farlow. But it’s their top of the line L-5 model that continues to rule them all, and we’re fortunate to have…
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Timeless Tones: The Legacy and Impact of the Fender Deluxe Reverb
By C. When it comes to electric guitars and basses, Fender is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and has been for the last 60 plus years. But it all began with the amps! Leo Fender himself was a passionate radio repairman who would eventually design some of the most significant circuits in music history.…
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In The Shop: 1964 Fender Stratocaster Charcoal Frost Metallic
By C. When it comes to original Fender instruments, no two are exactly alike. With hand-shaped neck profiles, differing weights, discrepancies between hand-wound pickups, there’s so much variation between two guitars that may have even been built alongside on another. But when you come across a good one, you just “know”. Today we’ll be exploring…
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How Did We Buy This 1953 Fender Precision Bass?
By C. Here at IVG, folks come by selling vintage instruments for all kinds of different reasons, and we’re here to help make the process easier. In some cases, they could simply use some extra cash, or maybe they’re trading up for something in-store that catches their eye. Today we’ll tell you a bit about…
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