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1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog

Fender guitars, basses and amplifiers

This 1965 1966 Fender catalog featured Fender's electric guitars, basses, acoustics and amplifiers of mid 1965. This vintage catalogue consists of twelve pages in two colour print, hailing from July 1965. Dimensions 10 7/8" x 8 1/4". There are a considerable number of instruments squeezed into the relatively small number of pages. Three pages of Fender electric guitars and basses, one of acoustic guitars, three of amplifiers, with the rest dedicated to pedal steels, the Fender Rhodes keyboard and other accessories.

1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog cover
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 2 - Fender Jaguar, Jazzmaster, and 12-String
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 3 - Fender Stratocaster, Precision bass, Jazz bass, 5-String bass and Bass VI
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 4 - Fender Telecaster, Esquire, Duo-Sonic, Musicmaster and Mustang
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 5 - Fender King, Concert, Palamino, Malibu and Newporter Acoustics
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 6 - Fender Showman, Dual Showman, Twin/Reverb and Super/Reverb amplifiers
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 7 -Fender Bassman, Bandmaster, Tremolux, Vibrolux/Reverb amplifiers
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 8 - Fender Deluxe, Deluxe/Reverb, Pro/Reverb, Princeton/Reverb, Vibro Champ amplifiers
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 9 - Fender 400, 800, 1000 and 2000 pedal steel guitars
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 10 - Fender Studio Deluxe set, Champ set, Stringmaster, Deluxe 6 and 8
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 11 - Fender Rhodes piano and Rhodes piano bass
1965 1966 Fender guitar catalog page 12

Fender 1965-66

'Quality instruments are the total of their quality parts'

1965 Down Beat magazine - annual guitar issue - Jim Hall cover

Like the 1964-65 brochure also reproduced on this site, it was included free (actually pages 29-40) inside the 1965 Annual guitar issue of music magazine Down Beat (July 1st, 1965; Jim Hall cover). 1965 was a good year for US guitar sales; this issue sold well, and is quite often available on ebay - because this brochure was part of the magazine, and not an insert, it is usually present.

New Fenders for 1965

Two new models make their first catalogue appearance this year, the Fender Electric XII and the Fender 5-string bass, both introduced earlier in 1965.

Click on the images for full size versions, or click on the model names below for the relevant page for each instrument

Electric Guitars:

Fender Jaguar
Fender Jazzmaster
Fender Electric XII
Fender Stratocaster
Fender Telecaster
Fender Esquire
Fender Mustang
Fender Musicmaster
Fender Duo-Sonic

Basses:

Fender Precision
Fender Jazz
Fender 5-String Bass
Fender Bass VI

Acoustic Guitars:

Fender King
Fender Concert
Fender Palamino
Fender Malibu
Fender Newporter

Amplifiers:

Showman 12"
Showman 15"
Dual Showman 15"
Twin/Reverb
Super/Reverb
Bassman
Bandmaster
Tremolux
Vibrolux/Reverb
Deluxe
Deluxe/Reverb
Pro/Reverb
Princeton/Reverb
Vibro Champ

Pedal Steel Guitars:

Fender 400
Fender 800
Fender 1000
Fender 2000
Fender Studio Deluxe set
Fender Champ set
Fender Stringmaster
Fender Deluxe 6 and 8

Keyboards:

Fender Rhodes piano
Fender Rhodes piano bass

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1965 Fender Jazz Bass rare original see-thru Blonde on an Ash Body 1 of a kind !

1965 Fender Jazz Bass rare original see-thru Blonde on an Ash Body 1 of a kind !

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$22495

This is the ultimate in a cool 1965 Jazz Bass w / a custom color in its final era of the Leo built Pre-CBS production. Its stunning see-thru Blonde finish is over an a very grainy ??Ash?? body. She has a stamped neck date of May 1965 still sporting its original logo making it 1 of the last w / an ??Unbound?? pearl dot inlaid Rosewood neck. By January ??66 all necks were White Bound from that day forward as all CBS production traits took over from that point in time on. Its original Tortoise ... more
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1966 Fender Precision Bass

1966 Fender Precision Bass

Encinitas, California, 920**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12000



1966 Fender P-Bass in factory custom color Candy Apple Red !

Beautiful golden age P-bass that plays and sounds incredible

All original save for a repro pickup cover and the original owner had diamonds inlaid on the fingerboard but has since been replaced with factory dot inlays

This is a FANTASTIC Fender bass and you will not be disappointed

Thank you for looking!
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1966 Fender Deluxe 8 Vintage Console Lap Steel Guitar Blonde w /  Case & Legs

1966 Fender Deluxe 8 Vintage Console Lap Steel Guitar Blonde w / Case & Legs

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2200

Up for sale, a 1966 Fender Deluxe 8 console steel in excellent, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case and telescoping legs. This Deluxe features a Blonde nitro lacquer finish over an ash body, retaining the original pair of gray bobbin pickups
This console steel has an extremely sweet, articulate, and dynamic sound. The trebles have quintessential Fender sparkle and percussive cut, with the midrange detail and note attack inherent in ... more
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1965 Fender Stratocaster Vintage Cady Apple Red Custom color Original 65

1965 Fender Stratocaster Vintage Cady Apple Red Custom color Original 65

Ladera Ranch, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$48000

1965 Fender Stratocaster early custom color Candy Apple red 100 % Original, nothing touched, all the solder Joints are untouched. Gray bottom pickups have the original winds, Green pick guard early 65' pot dates. No routes, extra holes, touchups or repairs. The original Large frets are in great shape. A true collector grade instrument. Comes with the original no logo black case. This is an Extremely rare Vintage guitar. Buyer is responsible for all shipping.... more
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Fender 1966 JazzMaster Electric Guitar - Sunburst

Fender 1966 JazzMaster Electric Guitar - Sunburst

Lafayette, Louisiana, 705**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12500

Vintage 1966 Fender Jazzmaster Sunburst w / Case
No International Shipping
This 1966 Fender Jazzmaster is in good condition for its age. The guitar has some wear and tear (as depicted above), as it has been well loved and used by both father and son. The guitar has been used in studio work. Guitar is in not in the original case. This is a consignment item.... more
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1966 true vintage fender deluxe reverb amplifier

1966 true vintage fender deluxe reverb amplifier

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3750

guess it is time to part with this wonderful vintage amp! as you can see, it is an original vintage 1966 fender deluxe reverb. it is in good condition visually, and very-good-to-excellent condition sound wise. i'm just not playing so much anymore, and i am almost always playing through my marshall jcm 2000-dsl 201 when i do. so?? it is time to find a new home for this amp with someone who will play with it and appreciate it
i've had it for almost 20 years, and it has not left my loft even ... more
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1965 Fender Musicmaster 11  (118345). Electric Guitar  All Original Parts

1965 Fender Musicmaster 11 (118345). Electric Guitar All Original Parts

Clinton, South Carolina, 293**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$6500

This 1965 Fender Musicmaster II is a vintage electric guitar that has all original parts. It boasts a cream / red color and a 6-string configuration, making it a great choice for any guitar enthusiast. The brand is Fender, and the model year is Dec 8, 1965, giving it a classic and timeless appeal.
FREE SHIPPING WITH INSURANCE
Guitar is now like new even though 1965
All original parts
See last 3 pictures
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Fender Coronado I 1966 Sunburst Guitar w /  Epiphone Hard Case #1137

Fender Coronado I 1966 Sunburst Guitar w / Epiphone Hard Case #1137

Robertsville, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1650

This guitar plays incredibly well and it has very low action. It??s been kept in very good condition over the years and has the normal finish checking that most guitars have its age. The electronics sound great and it has incredibly low action making it very pleasant to play. It has the beautiful sunburst finish that really makes it stand out. It looks like the frets have been worked on and cleaned up in the past which is common for a guitar its age. There is very light wear to the frets and no ... more
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1965 FENDER STRAT POT. EXC WORKING CONDITION 18th Week `65. US CUST. ONLY

1965 FENDER STRAT POT. EXC WORKING CONDITION 18th Week `65. US CUST. ONLY

Cape May Court House, New Jersey, 082**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$390

This pot came from a collection of vintage Fender parts from the late Cesar Diaz "The Amp Doctor" He had installed it in a `64 JBass that I had purchased back in 1987 that had a dead pot. Cesar was my go to guitar / amp guru when he was alive, and installed this pot in my vintage Jazz bass at the time. I held onto for many years and now it`s time to part with it. It`s in perfect working & cosmetic order FREE SHIPPING... more
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FENDER 1966 P JAZZ TELE BASS CHROME BASS TUNER FERRULES MATCHED SET

FENDER 1966 P JAZZ TELE BASS CHROME BASS TUNER FERRULES MATCHED SET

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$65

FREE USA SHIPPING!
Small parts like this are often overlooked because you never know when you're going to need them! Yes, these are from a 1966 Fender Precision Bass and are correct for basses from 1966 thru 1973 where chrome ferrules are desired. These will not fit Kluson Tuners because those have a slightly thicker string post. This is a great set with nice, even wear and very slight aging consistent for the period. FREE USA SHIPPING and a 30-day return privilege for any reason. The Bass ... more
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Original 1965 Fender Telecaster

Original 1965 Fender Telecaster

North Port, Florida, 342**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$19999

Original 1965 Fender Telecaster
This guitar is in great shape! It was my first guitar, and it was purchased in the mid 70's. That is when it was re-finished. It is an original 1965 Fender Telecaster. Besides the re-finish the only other things that are not original are the pick guard, and one of the knobs. It has a couple of nicks, but overall it is in really good shape! (This is for pick up only)
Please feel free to ask any questions that you might have
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Vintage 1965 Fender Stratocaster Telecaster Mustang etc Neckplate

Vintage 1965 Fender Stratocaster Telecaster Mustang etc Neckplate

Lubbock, Texas, 794**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$375

Vintage 1965 Fender Stratocaster Telecaster Mustang Precision Jazz Neckplate==Ships Worldwide==
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PLEASE NOTE: Normal handling time is 3 business days or less, but we are out of town on buying trips once or twice a... more
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Vintage 1966 Fender Jazzmaster Body, Killer Refin with Racing Stripes 1965 1964

Vintage 1966 Fender Jazzmaster Body, Killer Refin with Racing Stripes 1965 1964

Chicago, Illinois, 606**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1995

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A fantastic and original
Vintage 1966 Fender Jazzmaster Body!
This great piece of vintage Fender Tonewood is ready to ROCK! A perfect time to put together and complete a vintage project build
While this body would officially date to 1966 (the neck, available in our other listings, has a 1966 neck date), it is correct and identical to ANY jazzmaster body made between 1959 and 1965.
This body has an ... more
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1965 Fender Bassman AA864 45W Tube Head Black w /  2x12" Cabinet + Amp Trolley

1965 Fender Bassman AA864 45W Tube Head Black w / 2x12" Cabinet + Amp Trolley

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$5495

1965 Fender Bassman 45W Tube Amplifier Head
This Amp Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Excellent Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Minimal Visible Surface Wear Throughout
Extremely Clean Example
Updated 3-Prong Power Cord Otherwise Original
Made In Fullerton, CA
AA864 Circuit, Production Run #2
With Matching 2x12" Vertically Mounted Cabinet And Rare Fender Amp Trolley
Comes As Shown With Original Cover
Available For Local Pickup In Our Shop
Please ... more
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1966 Fender Jazz Bass With Case

1966 Fender Jazz Bass With Case

Saint Joseph, Missouri, 645**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$9500

Up for sale is my 1966 Jazz Bass. I??ve owned this bass for its entire life, except for its first ten years
Low profile oval neck makes this bass play so nice . Everything is original except for the pick guard
Which I replaced some twenty years ago. Not sure about the finish as this is the way I bought it
Some of the finish has worn as shown in the pictures
I believe this is probably a 1966 model, because of the tuning pegs but the neck is dated Nov 65
They don??t make em ... more
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1968 Fender Bandmaster Refurbished with 2 1966 Gibson 2x10 Cabinets. CTS Loaded

1968 Fender Bandmaster Refurbished with 2 1966 Gibson 2x10 Cabinets. CTS Loaded

Fenton, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2000

1968 Fender Bandmaster Refurbished with 2 1966 Gibson 2x10 Cabinets. CTS Loaded. The amplifiers has been extensively refurbished. New Power Supply Capacitors. New Capacitors on the PCB. New Diode Capacitor. New Metal Film 6L6 Grid Resistors. New Metal Film 6L6 Bypass Resistors. Three Wire Power Cord. All new Hardware. Chassis Straps, Handle, Corners and Feet. All controls cleaned. Tolex has bee cleaned and rejuvenated. Tubes have all been tested. All original parts will come wit the amp ... more
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Vintage 1966 Fender Musicmaster White

Vintage 1966 Fender Musicmaster White

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2199

Vintage original Fender Musicmaster in killer original White finish
Guitar plays fantastic with a nice low action, no buzz or issues
Neck date is 9 MAY 66
Original Musicmaster pickup is warm and full of vintage tone.
Guitar is completely original and comes with a hardshell case
Guitar is exactly as pictured.
Buyer pays $125 shipping in the USA, $150 to Hawaii or Alaska, $400 International, $450 to Australia
Pay Pal Accepted
International Buyers ? Please Note: ... more
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Vintage 1966 Fender Stratocaster Guitar CTS 250K Pots With Capacitor

Vintage 1966 Fender Stratocaster Guitar CTS 250K Pots With Capacitor

Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$600

This is a Vintage Pair 1966 CTS Fender 250K Split Shaft Pots with capacitor Date code on the bottom of one reads 1376618, the 18th week of 1966 Date code on the other reads 1376624 the 24th week of 1966 These 1966 pots were used on 1966 67 68 69 Stratocasters etc These came from a 1967 68 Stratocaster with the original green Chiclet capacitor Please look at all the pictures Sold As Is All Sales Final No Returns Buyer pays shipping, thanks... more
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1965 Fender Stratocaster Vintage Electric Guitar Sunburst w /  Case

1965 Fender Stratocaster Vintage Electric Guitar Sunburst w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$25500

Up for sale, a 1965 Fender Stratocaster in excellent condition and in perfect working order, 100% original save for a professional refret and new nut, and complete with the original hardshell case. This Strat hails at the tail end of Fender's golden age, with date codes spanning December, 1964-January 1965, featuring a small Pre-CBS-style headstock and early transition logo
Tonewoods comprise an alder body, maple neck and dark, tight-grained Brazilian rosewood fretboard, offering a natural ... more
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Used Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster - Dakota Red w /  Rosewood FB

Used Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster - Dakota Red w / Rosewood FB

Winchester, Virginia, 226**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2110

ProAudioStar DJ GEAR INSTRUMENT GEAR LIVE SOUND RECORDING MICROPHONES HEADPHONES ACCESSORIES SOFTWARE LIGHTING BUNDLES Authorized Dealer
Used Fender American Vintage II 1966 Jazzmaster... more
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1970 Rose_Morris catalog1970 Rose-Morris catalog, dated April 1970. It featured 6 electric guitars, 32 acoustic guitars, 3 basses and 1 steel guitar. It contains the following instruments, over 20 pages: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3262, 3264, 3265, 3400; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Colorado, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12; Aria 1674, 1675, 1676, 1679, 1680, 1695, 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk; Rose-Morris 15-11, Kansas, Georgian, Florida; Suzuki 1663, 1664, 1665, 3054, 3055, 3060; Tatay 1713, 1714, 1715; Peerless 3052; Steel guitar: Aria 3425

1971 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns' catalog

1971 Rose_Morris catalogThe sixteen-page 1971 Rose-Morris catalog featured electric guitars by Rose-Morris' own brand, Shaftesbury, and budget brand Top Twenty; aswell as acoustics by Eko, Aria, and for the first time Ovation. The catalog contains the following instruments: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3264, 3265, 3400, 3402; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Ovation: Balladeer, 12 String, Glen Campbell, Glen Campbell 12 string; Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12, Colorado, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Studio 'L'; Rose-Morris Florida; Aria 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk

1972 Fender Precision bass

1972 Fender PrecisionA detailed look at an early 1970s Fender Precision bass guitar in custom black finish, with rosewood fretboard. 1972 list price, $307.50. The Fender Precision had been shipping since at least very early 1952 - with just one re-design circa 1957. This example, then, shows a model already two decades old, but barely changed since the '57 revamp. Fender got it right first time around, and although there are numerous minor cosmetic differences, the essence of this bass is effectively the same as it was in '52: a simple, single pickup instrument with a GREAT sound. Check out the demo video through an old Ampeg B15. It's no wonder this is the bass that everybody wants!

1967 Vox Stroller

1967 Vox StrollerThe Vox Stroller was the brand's entry level electric solid body guitar, fitted with just one pickup and a fixed tailpiece. Although aimed at student guitarists, it wasn't a terrible instrument, but did lack somewhat in adjustability, having no accessible truss rod and only a floating rosewood bridge. But this example is actually quite an improvement on earlier versions, with a standard 1/4" jack and a solid mahogany body. 1967 price £18 2s. JMI ceased UK guitar production in late '67, and combined with decreasing demand for the Stroller, this surely must be one of the last examples shipped.

1963 Vox Clubman Bass (left handed)

1963 Vox Clubman Bass left handedA nice example of the Vox Clubman II bass, built by JMI in Dartford, Kent in 1963. This is a lightweight bass, short (30") scale and very easy to play. It is an early example, and as such has a thin black scratchplate and side mounted, coaxial output jack. JMI offered left handed examples of their solid body Vox guitars and basses at 10% premium. Production numbers are unclear, but left-handed examples rarely come up for sale

1977 Gibson ES Artist 'prototype'

1977 Gibson ES Artist prototypeNot to be confused with the Gibson ES Artist launched by Gibson in 1979; this ES Artist was an early model designed by the Gibson research and development team in Kalamazoo in 1977, the instruments themselves constructed by Gibson artist Chuck Burge. It was planned for launch as a high end semi acoustic with 335-style construction (central maple block) and innovative circuitry - but was pulled at the last minute, being deemed too expensive. Apparently, several examples were produced with varying specifications, though exactly how many actually left the Kalamazoo plant is unclear. Certainly two guitars were sold to LaVonne Music by Gibson in around 1980. Read more about the development of this guitar, with details from Chuck Burge and the story of it's sale to LaVonne music

1959 Hofner Committee

1959 Hofner CommitteeThe Hofner Committee was a truly beautiful guitar produced in Germany, primarily for the UK market. It was a large bodied (initially 17 1/2") guitar with a carved spruce top, available as an acoustic or electric guitar. By the early sixties the carved top was replaced with a laminate, and although still a very fine guitar, the earlier carved top examples, with frondose headstock (like the example shown here) are far more highly prized amongst musicians and vintage guitar collectors.

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins TennesseanThe Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean, or model 6119 was Gretsch's best selling hollow body of the 1960s. This wonderfully faded example from 1965 was originally Dark Cherry Red, but has turned a mid-orange brown. The original color, however, can be seen underneath the pickup surrounds. 1965 specs: maple body, two-piece neck, Brazilian rosewood fretboard and Hi-Lo 'Tron single coil pickups. Nickel plated Gretsch Bigsby tailpiece.

1965 Gretsch 'For the Spectacular Sound of the Times' guitar and amp catalog

1965 Gretsch catalogThe 1965 Gretsch catalog, or catalog #32, featured 10 hollow body electric guitars, including the newly launched Gretsch Viking; four solid body electrics, including the Astro Jet - making it's only catalog appearance; just one bass, the single pickup PX6070; nine acoustics and 12 tube amplifiers. Pride of place went to the Chet Atkins Country Gentleman that adorned both the front and back covers. 24 pages, six of which are in full color.

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret ends

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret endsLoose frets are especially problematic in certain old guitars, but are generally very easy to fix. You'll be amazed at the difference you can make with just a few tools, a bit of knowledge, and a little time. Fixing loose frets can eliminate fret buzz, remove sharp fret ends, and greatly improve the tone of any guitar. If your luthier bill will be greater than the value of your guitar, definitely time to have a go yourself!

1966 Hagstrom 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog (Merson USA)

1966 Hagstrom guitar catalogHagstrom guitars were distributed in the mid-1960s United States by Merson of USA. This eight page 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog, printed in two-colors contained six solid body electrics, three solid body basses, two electric acoustic guitars, two electric acoustic basses and five acoustics.

1965 Hofner President

1965 Hofner PresidentThe President was produced by Hofner in Bubenreuth, Germany, specifically for Selmer, who distributed the brand in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and other commonwealth nations. The President was a hollow body electric acoustic, available as a full body or thinline, and with blonde or brunette finish. It was a great playing guitar that sold fairly well in the second half of the 1950s, throughout the 1960s, and into the very early 1970s. The example shown here is a full-body depth guitar in blonde - and as a 1965 guitar, one of the last to feature the rounded Venetian cutaway. From late 1965 until 1972, the President sported a sharp Florentine cut. Naturally, such an electric acoustic suggests jazz and blues, but many of the original British Hofner President players were part of the rock 'n roll, skiffle and beat scenes of the late 50s and early 60s.

1963 1964 Fender catalog

Fender 1963 catalogue"The Choice of Professional and Student Musicians Everywhere" This eight page catalogue was included as an insert in the 1963 annual "school music" issue of Downbeat magazine (September 1963). As well as keyboards and pedal steels, this catalog contains seven guitars, three basses and ten amplifiers - from student guitars such as the Musicmaster and Duotone to professional models like the new Jaguar.