1967 Telecaster, 1963 Gibson, 1958 Martin & More VINTAGE guitars!
1967 Telecaster, 1963 Gibson, 1958 Martin & More VINTAGE guitars!
Incredibly cool vintage guitars that just arrived at the shop! We’re back! Nick's at his sparkling clean desk and we’ve got a killer lineup of vintage guitars for you today. From a pristine 1967 Blonde Telecaster to a dreamy 1963 Polaris White SG, and even a rare 1958 Martin D-18 with a double pickguard mod inspired by Bob Shane—
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Join Nathaniel and Nick at Chicago Music Exchange for another exciting "This Just In" episode, showcasing a remarkable collection of vintage guitars. Nick kicks things off with a stunningly clean 1967 Fender Telecaster, a light blonde beauty priced at $16,000. He emphasizes its excellent condition, light weight, and fantastic sound. The video features a quick demo of the Telecaster, highlighting its bridge and neck pickup tones.
Next up is a pristine 1963 Gibson SG in Polaris White, a highly sought-after model with a price tag of $24,999. Nathaniel marvels at its clean condition and classic SG aesthetics, describing it as a "Cadillac in a guitar." Another brief demo showcases the SG's powerful pickups with some added gain.
Nick then reveals his personal favorite of the bunch: a 1958 Martin D-18 acoustic guitar priced at $3,495. This particular D-18 has a unique feature – double pickguards, added by a previous owner who was a fan of Bob Shane. Despite an internal pickup that will be removed, the guitar's acoustic tone is praised, and its vintage charm is highlighted.
The showcase continues with a refinished 1963 Fender Esquire in sunburst, priced at $17,000. While the refinish brings the price down, the guitar still retains its vintage appeal. A quick demo reveals that it needs a setup, but it still has a cool vibe and the pickups sound great.
Finally, Nick presents a 1967 Hofner bass, in great shape and priced at $2,695. Nathaniel admits he's not a bass player but gives it a try, showcasing its flatwound strings and vintage tone. The bass comes with its original violin case, adding to its collectibility.
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