Please, 1960 EPIPHONE by GIBSON EPIPHONE MELODY MAKER USA - PROJECT : * 42 mm wide neck profile=same specs as 50's Les Paul Junior & FLYING V fingerboards. Premier Guitar features affiliate links to help support our content. Free signup service This is a 63 Cherry Red version with the larger and longer body and rounder cutaways. A short time ago, an Ebay member offered to buy outside of Ebay. Fence Lake, New Mexico, 873**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Yeah, that's a genuine Melody Maker, should be somewhere around '61 to '64. It had a thin slab-style mahogany body and a one-piece mahogany neck. Gibson Melody Maker D Vintage Guitar Sunburst Original Case-Serial #23385, VINTAGE 1963 - 1965 GIBSON MELODY MAKER ELECTRIC GUITAR CHERRY RED, Gibson Melody Maker 1968 - Cherry Electric Guitar w / Original Case. Its loaded w / a pair of P-90 & P-100 pickups loaded in a cool tortoise'gard w / stacked knob Volume & Tone controls. THE SOUND OF THIS GUITAR IS AMAZING AND IT IS LIGHT WEIGHT, HAS GREAT ACTION SIGNATURE REQUIRED FOR RELEASE OF PURCHASE The guitar is all original and untouched, and has its original gray gator case also in near mint condition. Upgrade, downgrade, cancel at any time. 1965 GIBSON MELODY MAKER GUITAR .factory CUSTOM COLOR EMBER RED .find another!! Except for a brief hiatus in the early 1970s, the Gibson Melody Maker remained an important part of the Gibson range for the majority of the next half century. For sale is a Gibson Melody Maker 1965 - Cherry Electric Guitar w / Original Case in Very Good Condition! No cracks, no issues. All original. '59 profile rounded neck. 4.2 When you return an item it must be in the same condition as beforeit was shipped to you. Nice neck-size, . Be the first to know when one is listed: Follow this Product Gallery Product Specs Price Guide Amazing cool vintage Gibson for the price of a reissue! [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. Walnut finish (See a 1969 Gibson Melody Maker in Walnut finish). Recover Oops, looks like you forgot something. Lots of wear, finish checking, etc. She's got a nice neck & playability. In case you receive an item which is damaged during transport please notify us within 24 hours so the courier can be accurately informed. Cancel. 28 watching. The pots are stamped "137 6334" and "137 6342" (CTS August and October 1963). Upgrade, downgrade, cancel at any time. Gold plastic bell-shaped knobs with metal tops. Currency: Everything was EXACTLY as described!! Free trial, The most viewed products It has had many body shape variations since its conception in 1959. [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. Become a partner case Don't let someone try to convince you that your treasure is actually trash. Picture Information. A ballpark value and any other information about this guitar would be appreciated. $3500. [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. Its got black Grover tuners, a tun-a-matic bridge & stop tailpiece. All specs are the same, but it is finished in black, with red and pearl heart inlays. Www.jimmywallaceguitars.com #gibsonfirebird #firebird, Yep!! Your guitar is a 1960 Melody Maker. Great patina. In the first run (1959-1970) just under 50,000 Melody Makers were shipped (more Gibson Melody Maker shipping data). 215943. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. 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. Refunds are not available. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. 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. Copyright 1995-2023 eBay Inc. All Rights Reserved. The guitar spent most of its life in the case under a bed for over 50 years and it shows. This is as close to mint as I have ever seen, the finish shines like new with only a hint of very slight crazing that you have to look sideways to see- almost invisible. It was produced at the legendary Kalamazoo factory, Michigan, USA. Vintage Guitar Oldenburg. It was the ultimate beginners model, and was also available in a 3/4 size model. There is a few knicks and scratches. 13oz. Free trial, The most viewed products It's got some wear but it's still in great condition with strong color and a great bigger profile. Anders Anderson Guitars. Sign up now! 5.1 There is no warranty on used products. Yep!! In recent times, there have been numerous Gibson Melody Maker reissues, in all three body styles: single cutaway, doublecut and SG. 1966 Gibson Melody Maker with Chipboard Case, 1961? 1962 Gibson Melody Maker Electric Guitar Full Scale One Owner NICE! See more. 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 The frets are also in very good condition, showing hardly any wear, and there are no cracks/breaks whatsoever. In 1959, Gibson introduced the Melody Maker sans any mention of the Les Paul name on the guitar. [12] It retails for $839. 1963 Gibson Melody Maker 'D' The Gibson Melody Maker was first launched in 1959 and discontinued in 1971. Leave feedback about your eBay ViewItem experience, - eBay Money Back Guarantee - opens in a new window or tab, Report this item - opens in new window or tab, Received my guitar today, absolute rocket shipping {2 days}, packed for shipping extremely well. These often make far better players than unmolested examples, but, due to their lack of collectability, sell for exceptionally reasonable prices. But when the body style changed to the same shape and size as the SG, it was offered with any of the SG's case options. Click to enlarge. These guitars are great fun to play, and you can get a broad variety of tones with just one single pickup if you make clever use of the volume and tone knob. Consequently many have been upgraded over the years. In case you wish to return an item please notify us within 24 hours upon receiving it. Its been refinished in a Bright Gold Metallic similar to Fender's Firemist Gold all over. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. It was expensive, however, and plans were already underway by the end of 1953 to produce a more affordable model called the Les Paul Junior. Rare 1961-1963 Gibson Melody Maker D Dual Pickups Maestro Tremolo Vintage 1960's. $71.30 shipping. softcase. A quick glance at the Melody Maker shows the similarity in design to the timeless Les Paul. [citation needed], The All American line was discontinued in 1998.[9]. Pick a subscription plan and sign up in 60 seconds. Durabilt case 116, Archcraft case 316, Oblong case 1237 or Faultless case 0537. While money talks and a lot of guitar owners might be quick to action, it's important to be informed about the assets you have so you can make the best financial decision. It's in good condition for its age, and everything works except the tone knob. No breaks or repairs. 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 It was still available (in limited quantities) as late as 1981 (see the 1981 Gibson Specials pre-owners folder). Comes with the original alligator case! 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." $800.00. The EB-0 and the Melody Maker are kissing cousins, with their all-mahogany construction, mudbucker pickups, and a 30.5" scale length. Low action set it any way you want. A local music store offered me $450, but I don't know if this is a fair price or not. Models to look out for: All guitars prooduced before 1970: single cutaway, double cutaway, and SG-style. . 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. This store made me wish I was a better guitar player. 1960 EPIPHONE by GIBSON MELODY MAKER USA : Gibson Les Paul 120th Anniversary Melody Maker Yellow Includes Hard Case, * has switch hole enlarged for a toggle model, Vintage 1959 or 1960 Gibson Melody Maker Les Paul Conversion Joe Bonamassa pups. In late 1966, with the change to the SG-style body, Cherry was also discontinued; the Gibson Melody Maker was now offered in Pelham Blue and Sparkling Burgundy finishes - with a natural mahogany neck. 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. The latest dealers The Gibson Melody Maker was shown in Gibson guitar catalogs throughout the 1960s, and again in the late 1970s. 1969 Gibson SG Melody Maker D mit seltenen Original Custom Finish, 1966 GIBSON MELODY MAKER USA - SKINNY 40 mm HALS -, 1960 EPIPHONE von GIBSON MELODY MAKER USA - 50ERer LES PAUL - FLIEGENDE V GRIFFBRETT, 1962 GIBSON MELODY MAKER USA - 42 mm breite Mutter - 50er LES PAUL GRIFFBOARD, 1960 EPIPHONE von GIBSON MELODY MAKER USA - 50ERer LES PAUL / FLIEGENDE V GRIFFBRETT, 1969 GIBSON SG MELODY MAKER USA - 40 mm BREITER HALS, 1968 Gibson Melody Maker TONABNEHMERBODENPLATTE USA, GIBSON MELODY MAKER - Made in USA - 42 mm BREITES HALSPROFIL, 1966 GIBSON MELODY MAKER - hergestellt in den USA - SCHLANKES HALSPROFIL, Gibson Les Paul 120th Anniversary Melody Maker, 1962 GIBSON MELODY MAKER - BREITER HALS - 50ER LP & FLIEGENDES V GRIFFBOARD, 1962 GIBSON MELODY MAKER USA - 42 mm NUT - 50ER LES PAUL / FLIEGENDE V GRIFFBRETT, 1967 GIBSON SG MELODY MAKER III TONABNEHMER & SCHLAGBRETT, CREME SCHLAGBRETT fr 1968 GIBSON SG MELODY MAKER, Gibson Flying V Melody Maker - Satin Ebony - 2nd Hand (As New). If a selling price includes VAT it will be clearly indicated on the website and on your invoice. In 1958, he moved to Long Beach, California. Lots of lacquer checking. Germany, These were mounted to the scratchplate and height adjustable with two screws above and below the pickup. The Melody Maker was produced through 1970 before it was rebranded as the SG-100/SG-200/SG-250 series. It also followed design changes similar to the Les Paul Junior with the introduction of a rounded double-cutaway body in 1961, and then an SG-style body in 1963. In 2011 Gibson released the Flying V Melody Maker, Explorer Melody Maker, SG Melody Maker and the Les Paul Melody Maker. Not a VintageandRare member?Sign up here: Heres a very clean example of a 1963 Gibson Melody Maker. Headstock with gold "Gibson" decal. The dual pickup configuration was discontinued in 2008 and is now considered a collectors item on eBay[11]. The Gibson Melody Maker is an absolutely legendary Gibson solid body guitar. [2] A short length version of the Vibrola vibrato device was also available as an option. 1962 Gibson Melody Maker Electric Guitar Full Scale One Owner NICE! By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Make room for new gear in minutes. This Melody Maker D is 100% original save for a vintage replica wraparound bridge intonated for a plain G string (original tailpiece also included). NEEDS A NEW SET OF STRINGS. Two humbucking pickup models with two thumb switches were also made but are hard to find. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. seems to have been available as a finish option from as early as 1968, though it is not listed in price lists until March 1970, replacing all previous finishes. Initially virtually identical to the double cut Melody Makers, these guitars eventually developed an asymmetrical body with a slightly larger upper horn with the Olympic Special, and a higher-end model which shared a body with the later Epiphone Coronet, Wilshire, and Crestwoods called the Olympic Double. 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 Official Vintage Guitar Magazine Price Guide 2023 is out now, vintageguitarandbass.com 2004-2023 | terms and conditions | donate. I forgot my username or password, Keep me signed in. LOVE my new 1953 Gibson SJ.truly thrilled with this incredible instrument and incredible experience. Featured products All feature a humbucker and 1 volume knob, at a MSRP of US$829. 100% original and unmolested. This is one cool vintage Hot Rod Gibson Melody Maker ready for any type music. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Acclaimed by players. From 1959, the Melody Maker was offered with an optional case, Durabilt case, model 114. Sign up for mypageGet your own account. The Gibson Melody Maker is an absolutely legendary Gibson solid body guitar. Gibson Melody Maker Electric Guitar Packages for Beginners, Gibson SG Gibson Electric Guitars, Gibson SG Electric Guitars, Straight neck and wonderful original frets. In 2007, the Melody Maker became a separate model. 1963 Gibson Melody Maker Serial No. Thank you and God Bless! Put your favorites instruments on your watch list. The Melody Maker was just one of many guitars released under Ted McCarty's term as president and visionary of Gibson between 1948 and 1966. The neck is nice and chunky and the weight of the guitar is around 2,5KG, making it incredibly comfortable to play. In that time, and since, the Melody Maker has earned itself many devoted fans, who prefer it to more expensive models. soft chip-board case. I mean to say, craftsmanship is right on the square in downtown Garland at Jimmy Wallace. 1960'S GIBSON COMPENSATED BRIDGE VINTAGE BRIDGE SG ,Les Paul JR ,MELODY MAKER 1960 gibson melody maker sunburst dual pick ups dbl cutaway w / orig case. The latest dealers Finally in 1976/77 the Melody Maker was revived, and was shipped in moderate numbers compared to in it's heyday. 2014 - Gibson - Melody Maker. #prsguitars #paulreedsmith #jimmywallaceguitars, Yep !! Through these appearances, the evolution of the guitar can clearly be seen. Without this we cannot except a return if the itemreaches us outside the approval period. Nice neck-size, nice medium C-profil, not to chunky. More details:https://shop.guitarpoint.de/de/vintage-gibson-/1963-gibson-melody-maker-sunburst1963 Gibson Melody Maker in Sunburst in very good condition. Cheap to produce and popular with the emerging rock 'n' roll scene, Gibson made thousands of them in the 1960s. More than likely, the potentiometer is bad and needs replacing, but that's an inexpensive repair. More specifically, he used it during the band's Sydney Opera House concert in October 1978, on songs Are You Ready and Baby Drives Me Crazy (the last two of the set). The strings ran from a straight-sided simplification of the traditional Gibson headstock at one end to a wraparound bridge/tailpiece unit at the other. Various finish and price points have been offered but none compare to the early 1960s instruments. [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. The body was standard single-cutaway Melody Maker and presumably leftovers of the 1986 run. 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. 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. The guitar comes complete with all its original parts and original black chipboard case. 1962 Gibson Melody Maker, Tobacco Sunburst, Nice wide neck, Light weight, Lively and Resonant, Very cool vintage solid body with lot? VINTAGE 1963 - 1965 GIBSON MELODY MAKER ELECTRIC GUITAR CHERRY RED. It changed a lot in the time of it's production, more so than probably any other model; it had three distinct body styles between 1960 and 1967, but always with the same basic construction and hardware: a mahogany neck glued to a mahogany body, a rosewood fingerboard with simple mother of pearl dot position markers, and between one and three single coil PU380 pickups. Incl. Featured dealers Gibson first introduced the solidbody Les Paul guitar in 1952, and it quickly became very popular. Jett has owned her Melody Maker since 1977 and has played it on all her hits. Sign up for news from vintageandrare, get special featured product offers, industry insights and find vintage instruments. Nice straight and original early 60's Melody Maker in very good condition with playing wear and finish character.Hardshell case included as shown. This guitar is in exceptionally fine (9.00) condition, with only a few tiny chips on the edges. Just an all around beautiful guitar. This is a very clean 1963 Gibson Melody Maker. 1x orig. Beside a few dings and dongs here and there, and a small finish chip on the top, its in excellent condition and the finish is still very shiny. We specialise in luthier made, vintage, used and new acoustic and electric quality guitars and are officialdealer for Maton, Supro and Stanford. Excellent Original Condition Melody Maker The Melody Maker was introduced in 1959 as an entry-level solid body electric for beginners. It has had many body shape variations since its conception in 1959.