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 Ferrington Guitars Book and CD (shown with and without dust cover), (inside pages).  All you wanted to know about the innovative guitars of Danny Ferrington, written by Danny, Nancy Skolos, and Thomas Wedell.  Includes book and CD (artists).  More than 150 photographs in this hardcover edition with unique shape (top of book a few inches longer than bottom) of thirty guitars and the celebrity musicians that own them--as well as an original CD--highlight the work of one of America's premier creators of handmade, one-of-a-kind guitars that are prized by musicians the world over.  CD is seated in the top cover.  Dust sleeve a little worn around the edges but book itself is perfect.  $18 include postal shipping.   

Reverend Drivetrain II.  The Drivetrain II has followed in the steps of the "original" Drivetrain, and has discontinued.  Reverend describes this as "a vintage Tube Screamer* on steroids". It's all-analog design by Bob Weil and Joe Naylor uses the JRC4558 IC chip to deliver tube-sounding overdrive with more available clean boost, more transparent midrange and perfectly voiced treble and bass controls. Goes from a bluesy boost up to classic crunch and singing sustain without masking the character of your guitar or amp. And I love this: controls, switches and hand-wired jacks are mounted directly to a heavy steel chassis for maximum durability and years of no-hassle road use. A few improvements over the original Drivetrain include 1) Increased output volume - With the drive set all the way off the pedal is still capable of substantial boosting by turning up the volume control which allows a cleaner boost for fattening up the sound, pushing a tube amp over the edge or for simply changing the EQ of your sound; wider range treble control which allows more aggressive sounds and more tonal control which is especially useful with dark sounding humbucker equipped guitars; and 3) Neutral bypass - This buffered bypass does not alter tone when the pedal is bypassed and does not pop loud like common true bypass switches, and because it is buffered it prevents signal and treble loss when using long cables or multiple pedals placed after the unit - superior to standard true bypass switching.  Here's one of many YouTube clips using mainly lower gain settings (link).   In receiving their Guitar One Award, the magazine cited, "Playing through this pedal is like being plugged into an expensive boutique amplifier - for pennies on the dollar."  An excellent sounding OD in excellent condition for $115(HOLD-Steve 3/29).

Tech 21 NYC Sans Amp GT-2, one of the best, most versatile pedals ever.  With the GT2 you can create your own rig in seconds. Easily achieve the most sought-after tube amp sounds, and entirely new ones as well. Choose amplifier type, modification and speaker cabinet/mic placement configurations. You can easily mix and match specific sound characteristics instantly, without buying a few dozen rigs to achieve the tone. The GT2 is a truckload of great amps in a single, simple pedal.  A little known secret is running the GT2 directly into your mixing board.  Our guitarist used to carry one of these as a backup to his amp and it was called into service on several occasions.  The result was a guitar tone that was better than his usual backline set up.  There are a bunch of YouTube demo's - here's a good example (link).  These are available directly from Tech 21 for $189 but this used one's in nice shape, works perfectly, and is a great pedal for $109(SOLD-Dan H 4/14).  

Samson Airline 77 UHF TD Wireless with AG1 Guitar Transmitter, (front/back), (illuminated), (transmitter).  Tired of your belt pack transmitter with cumbersome cable running into your jack, plus a separate antenna cable?  Samson offers the Concert Airline 77 UHF system with several transmitters but the best system is the AG1 transmitter which has the transmitter built into the jack!  The AG1 is around the size of your thumb and features on/off switch and a 15dB pad for use with both passive and active guitars.  It also runs on a single AAA battery with battery life of 12 hours.  The CR77 is a true diversity half-rack receiver and features both 1/4" unbalanced and XLR balanced outputs, volume and squelch knobs, and LED displays including Antenna A/B (Green) - Power On (Red) - Peak (Yellow) and RF Level (5 pc ladder).  Operates on Samson Channel N1 (642.375 MHz).  This unit sounds very natural without additional compression noted and no drop outs when I walked upstairs, out the door, and onto the sidewalk.  Sells new for $249 but this used one's in clean shape and is an excellent system for just $165.  

Solid Sound Electric Case, I don't know anything about this case except that its well made and a cool idea.  Half case - half gigbag, it features a plush lining with heavy canvas sides, with a plastic top and back, and heavy duty zipper closing.  Fits a Strat or Tele and probably many other models.  Features a heavy duty plastic handle or has hooks to strap it over your back.  Especially recommended if you're looking for better protection than a gigbag but want something light weight for traveling such as players who take the subway to gigs.  $39.  

1967 Martin D12-35, (close-up), (headstock), (back), (sides), (bottom edge).  Nothing beats Brazilian rosewood for tone.  Since importation of Brazilian was halted in 1969, recent models made of this cherished wood are inevitably limited editions or custom orders, which fetch 3X the price of comparable Indian Rosewood.  Prior to 1970, however, Martin built nearly all of their finer Rosewood models out of this wood, most notably the D-28, D-35, and D-45.  Martin also built 12-string models which correspond to cosmetic and structural specs of the 6-string models, such as the D12-28 and this D12-35.  Many of them have been converted into 6-strings, either permanently, or by simply stringing them up as a 6.  This 1967 example is one of the nicer ones I've had in terms of condition, tone, and especially nice playability for a Martin 12.  Specs include; spruce top, Brazilian rosewood sides and 3-piece back, 12-fret mahogany neck with slotted headstock, white-bound 19-fret ebony fingerboard, dot inlays, 1-7/8'' nut, 24.9'' scale, ebony bridge, black pickguard, and white-bound body.  It would hardly be an old Martin if it didn't have a repair of some sort and this guitar is no exception - there's a pro-repaired side crack on the treble side, virtually invisible from a foot or so away which has been cleated  (shown here) and is a totally pro repair, both cosmetically and structurally.  There were a few very light cracks on the back which we glued and are invisible.  A Martin acoustic with an original finish sounds like no other at 45 years old.  It is full, rich, and clear, with a projection that fills the room with sound.  You might think the body looks too clean to be an original finish but it is original, simply buffed out.  The old blue Martin cases frequently cause a finish reaction which looks like a powder on the sides and back.  The only way to guarantee that it won't come back was to buff out finish (top wasn't affected and not buffed out).  For this reason I'm recommending this guitar be kept in this Martin Geib case (shown here), or you can choose the blue Martin case with purple lining (shown here), against my judgment.  At Gbase prices this would be a $3500-$4000 guitar.  This one is a smoking deal on an original finish, lovely Brazilian Martin at just $2600(HOLD-Mike W 3/5).  

Boss RT-20 Rotary Sound Processor, (stock pic), (back panel).  I think these are the best rotary speaker simulators on the market - as good as Hughes and Kettner's Rotosphere, but more versatile.   Sounds equally good on guitar or keyboards where, like a Leslie, you can go from a slow rotary to fast at the touch of a button.  You can adjust the mix between bass rotor and horn rotor, set the speed for both fast and slow settings, adjust the speed in which the rotary rises, add some natural sounding Leslie overdrive, with 4 types of sounds including standard rotary speaker effects, rock-oriented tones, UNI-V, and more.  Has the coolest multi-color visual display you'll ever see on a stomp box and once you get used to it, actually helps in dialing in your settings.  For full specs click here for Boss' site.  For YouTube demo's click here for keyboard - or click here for a great guitar demo by the Boss demo guy.  Operates on 6 AA batteries or optional power supply.   $219 on a new one but this one's in excellent condition in original box with manual and paperwork for $159(HOLD-Mike W 3/1).  (Note: I also have the Boss RE-20 Space Echo for the same price plus free shipping if you buy a pair).   

2008 LaPatrie Concert CW QI - Cutaway Acoustic/Electric Classical, (front), (back), (headstock), (electronics), (appointments), (case).  In my opinion, the best under-$1000 classical acoustic/electric you can get.  If you're not aware, LaPatrie guitars are made in a small village, LaPatrie, in Quebec Canada, by the Godin company.  The Concert CW is their top of the line model, featuring a high-gloss, custom polished finished and, remarkably, all solid woods.  The sides and back are solid mahogany; the top is solid pressure-tested cedar.  Canada is a great place for guitar building.  They have an abundance of old-growth trees.  LaPatrie guitars feature select pressure tested solid cedar tops. Graded and tested for their excellence and structural integrity, this method of pressure testing each solid top ensures the highest levels of stiffness and rigidity along with maximum harmonic vibration.  The wood used in these tops can be found only in previously fallen cedar trees that have an average age of about 800 years...800 years!  This wood features a tight straight grain, which produces greater rigidity while at the same time is flexible across the grain lines. LaPatrie also uses a Custom Polished finish, which is reminiscent of the French polish of the 19th Century and, as opposed to "thick" polyester finishes, it allows the top not only to be protected but also to breathe and vibrate freely allowing the effective and very important “aging” process to take its course.  This “aging” process means that this guitar will actually sound better and better the more it’s played over time. The neck is carved from Honduras mahogany and features an innovative double-function truss rod system which allows the profile of the neck to be reduced, producing a neck of extraordinary comfort, while increasing stability.  Other features of this fine instrument includes a Tusq nut, fully compensated Graphtech saddle, intricate soundhole rosette, cream binding on the top/back/headstock, rosewood fingerboard and bridge, 2" nut width, 25.66" scale length, gold "lyre" style tuners with pearloid buttons, and deep treble cutaway to allow unprecedented easy access to the upper frets.  Electronics consist of  an EPM Quantum 1 (QI) preamp with easy-access 9V door on the back edge near the end pin jack.  Cosmetically there's some light player's wear primarily fingernail wear around the 1st string, but overall is in excellent condition.  No breaks, repairs or issues of any kind.  As nice as this guitar sounds, what really impressed me about it is the playability.  Classical are usually noted for having a neck angle that results in high action, especially in the middle and upper register.  This guitar has very comfortable action all over the neck, as good as the high-end Taylor classical that this was traded for.  It's truly a joy to play.  LaPatrie's line of classicals consist of 8 different models, but only the Concert CW features a solid wood body, cutaway, gloss finish, and optional Quantum I electronics.  You'll likely have a hard time finding one of these in stock.  If you're looking for a truly impressive classical for a reasonable price, I think this one is impossible to beat at $550(HOLD-Bob C 3/1) with hardshell case.  For more info on these great guitars click here.

2003 Fender FrankenStraTele, (front), (back), (side), (headstock), ("inside" pics), (Strat bridge and jack).  This is a unique, custom built guitar.  It features a 2003 Fender Special Edition Standard Strat neck on a Strat/Tele hybrid body.  The only thing Tele about the body is the body shape.  It features a belly cut and arm contour of a Strat, a Strat output jack, and Strat hardtail bridge and, oddly enough, a Strat pickguard that somehow follows the lines of the body very well.  I was told by the customer the body is from one of the USA body/neck builders; my guess would be Musickraft.  It was factory routed for the Strat output jack and never had the standard Tele jack hole on the side.  Pickup routes are HSS so if a single humbucker isn't your thing you can go to an SSS, HSS, HS, or SS.  Nice looking piece of solid alder with a sealer coat applied.  The pickup installed is the Fender Atomic II, as used on the American Deluxe HSS and others.   This is an excellent playing guitar that should appeal to a player looking for something a little different and at $299(HOLD-Robert Nor... 3/16), it's a few hundred less than a new Mex Tele but sure to turn a lot more heads.  

1962 Gibson GA-19RVT Falcon, (panel), (back), (chassis), (Jensen C12R).   On the heels of my beautiful '64 Gibson GA-25RVT 1X15 Combo, here's an even cleaner combo.  For the discriminating collector who only wants the cleanest examples possible here's a stunning first year "Crestline" model with the smooth brown covering.  This has got to be the cleanest example of this model on the planet - looks as clean as the pics.  Panel is immaculate with no pitting or rust; brown covering has no scratches and even the corners are free from the nicks usually found on these brown amps; grill cloth is un-faded and flawless; even the chassis has little to no oxidation.  Imagine an amp that was bought 46 years ago, played for a month, and then kept in a climate controlled closet until yesterday.  Such is the appearance of this amp.  Note the mid-90's Mojotone speaker is installed but original Jensen is in similarly clean shape and works perfectly.  Cosmetics aside, this is a fantastic sounding amp with a nice clean tone, with just enough headroom to squeak by at low volume, but crank it up and you get a wonderful breakup starting at around 4 and increasing with each minute turn of the dial.  I believe it was rated at 19 watts, thus the "GA-19..." designation, with a pair of 6V6 for power, 5Y3 rectifier, and three 6EU7's and a 6C4 in the preamp.  For many players, it's loud enough for club gigs, depending on the volume of your drummer, but again keep in mind that you're getting some nice saturated tones at higher volumes and if you need lots of clean volume, this isn't the best choice.  To my ears the amp sounds wonderful.  Every bit as good as comparable Fenders and the effects are even better than Fender, especially the reverb, which is the most lush sounding I've heard in a combo, capable of a subtle background to completely washing the tone.  Likewise, the Vibrato is very pounced and the speed allows it a proper range from very slow to very fast.  Both effects can be turned on/off via original footswitch that's included.  The two inputs are voice differently and you'll get an earlier breakup and more volume on #1, while #2 is a little bassier and breaks up at a higher volume but when turned up fully, I think you're getting around the same apparent volume out of either input.  The third input is a line out.  The tone control is very strong and takes you from a very bassy tone - to a very bright tone, without being overly harsh.  The tone is especially useful with the volume turned up and it changes the character of your overdriven tone much like a quality overdrive pedal.  If you're looking for a good amp, these are perhaps the best value on the vintage market and you can frequently pick them up in decent condition for under $450.  If you're the type of player, or specifically collector, for whom condition is paramount, you'll appreciate the fact that a '62 in this condition may come around but once every few years and with this in mind it's worth the extra funds.  Vintage aspect aside, for a hand-wired club amp with reverb and tremolo in such stunning condition, a nice find at $750(HOLD-Brad T 2/26), including original and Mojo speakers.   In over 20 reviews on Harmony-Central it scored an incredible 9.6 overall rating; 9.7 on tone.  

Seymour Little '59 Middle/Neck. P.A.F.-voiced single-coil-sized humbucker that's great for all styles of music.  Specs here.  Clean shape, full leads, original box.  $49.

Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates Bridge.  The original custom Pearly Gates pickups were wound for Billy Gibbons '59 Les Paul Standard for the raw sound of Texas blues rock.  Essentially a variation on the PAF sound, it's sweet, but slightly rude.  Specs here.  Clean shape, leads cut for bridge position, original box.  $59. 

80's Korg PME-40X.  I try to keep a lot of the PME effects in stock (sample inventory).  Every now and then I get in an especially clean unit like this one, complete with Graphic EQ, Phaser, Distortion, and Compressor.  The PME40X (Professional Modular Effects) was a cool idea from Korg which ran only from '84 to '85, serving as a pedalboard with power supply, on/off switches for each effect, and master bypass - with choice of mono or stereo outputs to accommodate those effects which are stereo.  It can be loaded with any of of the 14 effects from the series, and allowed the user to load the unit with any 4 effects and put them in the order that sounds best to you.  At $229, which works out to around $45 per piece) nicely priced for a clean example of these unique effects.  

Weber 10F150-T 10" Speaker.  Weber Ferromax, huge 40 oz. magent, 16 ohm 25 watt ceramic.  I think these were clones of the 60's ceramic Oxford ceramic 10 or Jensen C10Q and are considered by many to be the best replacement speaker for blackface/silverface Fenders such as the Princeton, Vibrolux, Super, etc, with a tight low end an lot of punch.  You'll notice that they're more efficient than many others so your amp will be louder.  Keep in mind though that this is a 16 ohm model, which won't hurt your amp but won't be as loud on an amp that's rated at 8 ohms.  Nice shape and just $59.  

Museum Quality Case - Fender Mustang/Lead I/II/III, (back).  Ca. late '70s/early 80's tolex case with black tolex, maroon interior, headstock retainer strap, silver logo.  Made for a student model, the quality is the same as a Strat/Tele case, but was designed with no storage compartment.  This fits a Lead or Mustang properly, but you can also squeeze a Tele into it although its very tight on the side of the body.  I sold a nice one of these last week but this one is as clean as it comes.  If you have a Fender student model in museum condition, here is a fitting home for it.  $129.   

Fulltone MDV2 Mini-Deja'Vibe 2, (close-up). The "Mini" name is somewhat of a misnomer. The MDV2 is bigger than the original DejaVibe, but it's considerably smaller than the original Univibe, which used a separate effect box and rocker pedal. Probably the closest clone ever made, the Fulltone didn't compromise in the most important aspect - thus they designed the perfect custom-made photocells for 100% faithful tone. This chorus/vibrato pedal has all the tones nailed down, and is quiet to boot. Finished in Vintage Cream powdercoated finish with oxblood lettering and a blue LED that throbs to the beat of its asymmetrical rhythm with a dual pot that gives you access to all speeds from slowest to fastest, all with a perfect sweep and no abrupt speed changes.  It's easy to change speeds on the fly simply by moving the rocker with your foot and, like the original, there's an "off" switch when you press with your heel all the way back.  It's true bypass, of course, and works with the supplied 9V DC adapter or any pedalboard power supply on the market. It has Velcro on the bottom but since it's probably going on a pedalboard, I'll leave that one. Click here for a good overview demo from ProGuitarShop.  Overall excellent condition and with a new one running $250, a nice value at $175. Includes original box and power supply. 

Catalog Day - these are all original/vintage pieces distributed to authorized dealers - much more to come:  

Crown 140MAx Pack Power Amp and JBL Monitors, (back), (remote/antenna/cables), (speaker mounts), (box).   Around a year ago I bought this for our shop to run our Sirius satellite sound through it.  I just went to install it and after reading the manual I found out that it's compatible with XM only.  While it can still function as a small PA system (XLR input) and stereo mixer (RCA inputs) (close-up), I'm going to order something that's made specifically for Sirius.  It has never been plugged in and was removed from the box only to shot pics.  It includes the Crown 140MAx tuner/mixer/amp, a pair of JBL Control 1S 2-way speakers, 25' speaker cables, XM antenna, remote control, and speaker mounts.  Rated at 40 watts, this set up is recommended for commercial use such as restaurants, retail shops, offices, and of course home.  For more info click here for Crown.com.  These list at $699 and sell just about everywhere for $399.  Get this set, new in the box, for $179, including UPS shipping to most places.  

MI Audio Crunch Box Distortion.  The Crunch Box has become the best selling boutique distortion, due in part to a reasonable price but mostly because it's an excellent sounding pedal.  You can get a variety of sounds out of it but it really nails the tone of a cranked Marshall, with plenty of mids and it has excellent clarity with no muddiness in the bass.  I guess this one is a version 2 because it does have an internal trim pot.  The trim pot allows you to better match the pedal to a particular amp adding/removing treble frequencies if needed.  It's true bypass, built very well with jacks mounted to the case and housed in a steel case.  Immaculate condition and just $99.  

RMC Wizard Wah, (pic2), (pic3). Geoffrey Teese's wah pedals are perhaps the most highly regarded on the market, use by countless pro's on stage and in the studio. The Wizard is a chameleon, part RMC1 and part Picture Wah, the Wizard Wah sounds like nothing else, with extended sweep range, rich, tight lows, smooth mids, a natural sounding top end, and a slight overall boost. It is slightly darker than a "normal" wah. The top end gets only a little brighter than the actual guitar sound and it has a very smooth overall sound - the low has close to the same signal strength as the mid and the top. Unlike the RMC1, the Wizard is designed to work with most any pickup configuration and any amp gain structure. Like all RMC's, it is developed and built by Geoffrey Teese and includes true-bypass and AC adapter jack.  Beautiful condition and a nice buy for an RMC at $165.  

Line 6 Variax and POD XT Live Package.  Now includes Digital Interface cable ($39), XT Live gigbag ($49), 1/4" stereo guitar cable and USB cable.  When you combine a Variax with a POD XT Live, you have one of the most powerful backline or studio setups imaginable.  Save big time on this setup - $898 takes it all.  Here's what you get:  Line 6 Variax 600 Modeling Guitar - Black, (front), (headstock), (back), (features), (gigbag).   Before Fender's VG Strat there was the Variax which beats the VG in terms of versatility and a rather convincing modeling tone but the Variax takes it 10 steps further with loads more guitar models and tuning options.  It's like having 25 guitars in one!  For a complete listing, click here for Line 6 site.  For many of us setting up for a gig means lugging at least two electrics and probably a 12-string and an acoustic.  Imagine a single guitar that plays fantastically, that can cover all the bases.  Ladies and Gents, the Variax.  With a seeming endless variety of sounds from classic acoustic and electric tones all the way to sitar and banjo - plus without magnetic pickups, your notes come out crystal clear without any noise whatsoever. Variax also allows you to plug into a computer and customize your tone or apply alternate tunings to any of the 25 presets.  Line 6's exclusive Variax Workbench software lets you fine-tune all the details of each tone, or change your tuning to Open G, DADGAD, D-MODAL, Drop-D, or any tuning you can imagine, without ever needing a tuner.  It also integrates seamlessly with POD XT Live and Vetta II - not only powering the guitar but also letting you control the entire signal chain right at your feet (also runs on batteries or optional phantom adapter).  Other features include Comfort-contoured basswood body, one piece maple neck, 22 medium profile frets, 25 1/2" scale, 9.5" fingerboard radius, custom L.R. Baggs tremolo bridge, standard 1/4" guitar output jack plus digital I/O jack for PODXT Live, POD X3 Live, Vetta II, and Workbench connectivity, volume and tone controls.  This is a very impressive sounding guitar, especially at an $1119 list price.  This used one is in beautiful condition and is the original Korean model (later models were Chinese).  It plays exceptionally well, and incredibly powerful guitar.  Includes one of the best gigbags made.   Also with this package you get the Line 6 POD XT Live with XT Live gigbag.  Works great with any guitar and especially the Variax where it unleashes all the power and convenience.  There are so many features on this unit, I won't even try, but tour the POD XT Live page (click here) to get a full rundown on this amazing unit.  It's an uncomplicated, gig-ready tone machine that’s portable and adaptable to different real world stage and recording environments.  Can be used as the ultimate multi-effects pedal in front of any guitar amp, as a complete direct PA solution, or as the world-standard guitar recording workhorse in the studio.  Includes 84 "must have" stomp box and studio effects models, 36 amp models, 24 cabinet models, and loads more features.  Click here to read or download manual.  Again, this package includes all required and optional cables, POD power supply, copies of manuals, gigbag for each, plus a quality leather strap, all for $898.  

Scholz SR&D Rockman Products.  I always have a good selection of these in stock including the "Original Rockman" - which was renamed Rockman X-100 (ranging from $139+), Rockman Soloist ($89+), Bass Rockman ($139+), as well as the recent Guitar Ace and Bass Ace ($45).  I also have a limited number of Rockadapters and Rockman Wall-wart type power supply's.  Some are in original box, some with original headphones, some in collector's condition with box, manual, and headphones.  If you ever want to get that "Boston" tone, think of me and I'll have what you need.  

'80 MXR Distortion+.  One of the most popular distortions of the golden era of rock.  This is the model used by Randy Rhoads, an original early block logo unit, without LED or 9V adapter jack (which began in mid '81).  Nice shape as these go for a 30+ year-old pedal and perfect performance. The Distortion Plus was much more than a "distortion" pedal. The tone is more like an overdrive-type of sound ranging from low-volume mild distortion, to a warmer tube-like overdrive, to a very crunchy fuzztone when you peg both knobs, with loads of sustain.  For a 2-knob pedal, it's capable of capturing many different tones which allows it to be used in a variety of music styles. Pots dated very early '80 and all original except for battery clip appears to be replacement.  Nice MXR for $110.   

Fernandes Japan Tele Neck, (frets).  Removed from a brand new TE-1 Tele, thus zero wear.  Perfectly straight with a perfect set-up on the guitar it came off of.  It is in mint condition other than one small in-shop ding (shown here).  For a quality MIJ neck, nicely priced at $169 or $139 without tuners.  

Fishman Aura Sixteen, (pic2).  Expand the sound palette of your acoustic/electric guitar, especially guitars with a simple soundhole or under-saddle transducer.  The Aura 16 is a compact yet powerful stompbox featuring award-winning Aura Acoustic Imaging technology that restores a studio-mic'd sound to your under saddle or soundhole pickup.  Super easy to set up and use - just plug it in and turn the dial - the Aura Sixteen eliminates intrusive stage noise and expensive, complicated microphone setups while providing the most realistic acoustic sound available for stage or studio.  You can also connect via USB, additional images from Fishman's library.  The images were recorded using primarily rosewood back and sides (#11 is mahogany, #14 is composite), using a variety of quality mics such as the Neumann U87, AKG C414, and Neumann KM84.  Please note that this unit is made for dreadnought guitars specifically.  Click here to read/download manual.  This is a very powerful tool that can transform your mediocre tone into a quality tone for much cheaper than modifying your guitar. Sells new for $219 but this clean used one is just $139(HOLD-Eddie).  

TC-Helicon Voicetone Create Vocal Effects Processor, (close-up), (side).   Put your vocal effects on the floor...what a great idea!  TC Electronics Voicetone gives the singer complete control over their mix, no more relying on the soundman or walking over to the mixer to tweak or change effects.  The Voicetone features XLR In/Out jacks in mono or stereo, has 99 effects patches, loads of Reverb algorithms (plate, spring, ambient, etc.), loads of Delay types (tap-tempo, ping-pong, slaps, taps, etc.), Transducer effects (distortion, telephone, megaphone, filters, etc.), 5 "favorite" performances, each with A/B switching via footswitch, studio quality mic preamp with phantom power, and much more.  From an audiophile perspective, it exceeds the specs of many high end studio units as far as noise floor, harmonic distortion, and frequency response.  To read the manual click here.  Click here for a quick demo on YouTube.  TC has come out with an updated XT version but the sounds and ease of use are the same on both units but do you want to pay $249 for the XT when you can get one that sounds the same for just $139.  

Hush Two-Channel Pedal, (pic2).  Get the superb noise reduction of a Hush unit in a dual-channel pedal.  It has independent threshold controls to control the level at which the noise reduction kicks in.  One switch changes from channel A to B, while another switch turns off the unit.  Runs off a 9V batter or external power supply.  You see some regular Hush pedals around but you'll probably never see another one of these.  As new, flawless condition, $85.  

Digitech Metal Master X-Series, (pic2).  Get 3 quality distortions built into one stomp box.  With the Morph knob you can morph between a smooth high gain tone, to a scooped midrange sound, all the way to a punchy mid range heavy metal sound that will cut through any mix.  Super heavy metal chassis will sustain years of road use.  Sells new for $89 but this clean used one's just $55.  

1972 Fender Bassman 50 2X15 Cabinet,  (Cab-1), (Cab-2).  Note: Head and cab are both sold.  ca. 1972 Bassman 2X15 cab, which is a more reasonable size than the earlier models.  4 ohm load.  At 30"X28"X12", it's much easier to fit into the back seat of your car than the huge earlier models.  Casters are included for portability and also features handles on both sides of the cab.  This cab is extremely clean.  You'll notice a fairly typical discoloration to the grill cloth but it's otherwise very clean with no snags or holes, with nice Tolex covering, very tight seams, etc.  This is a nice cab for the collector but priced within reach of the working player.  Probably looking at around $450.  

1964 Gibson GA-25RVT Hawk 1X15 Combo, (panel), (top), (back), (spkr/footswitch), (tube location).  A little known secret in the world of vintage amps.  These brown-era, aka "Crestline", are some of the best sounding amps from that era, sounding as good or better than comparable Fenders.  The 1X15 Hawk is one of those amps.  Even at low volume, it's a thick sounding amp, and you don't have to crank it to enjoy the tone.  When you hit the sweet spot, at around 6-7, it really sings with a sweet sustain and rich harmonic content, which increases the more you crank it.  There have been few 15" guitar amps so that alone makes it a rare item.  It's Jensen C15R is from the 16th week of '64 and sounds perfect, although I would recommend setting it aside for fear of blowing an expensive vintage speaker.  It's a point-to-point circuit of course, and all tube with four 6EU7 and a 12AU7 in the preamp, a pair of 6V6GT's for power, and a 5Y3 rectifier.  The tubes, speaker, and everything about this amp sounds perfect.  It is as loud as it's supposed to be, quiet at idle with no extraneous noise, and no floppy sound from the speaker.  It is a perfectly tuned amp that's ready for a gig right now.  The effects, reverb and tremolo, sound great.  There is one peculiarity, and I think it's then nature of the beast, in that there is bleed over from the effects channel to the regular channel but from a practical standpoint that just means you can have effects from either channel.  With 4 inputs you'll find some of the sweetest tones are found by jumping the two channels with a short cable and then using the individual volume controls to blend the tone to your liking.  It works equally well with single coils and humbuckers, which frequently isn't the case with Fender amps.  This model features a single tone control, later models featured a separate bass and treble, as well as a 2X10 speaker configuration, but that model is a different circuit and isn't nearly as highly regarded, i.e. it's "just another Gibson amp".  This amp, however, is regarded by many to be one of the greats from the early 60's and, best of al, less than 1/2 the cost of a comparable Fender.  As you can see in the pics, this amp is beautifully preserved for an amp that's nearly 50 years old and would be right at home in a collection or museum, but it sounds so good I hope it goes to an owner that will enjoy the tone regularly.  In my opinion, it's a super buy at $750(HOLD-Phil H 2/10).  

Z-Vox Box of Rock, (pic2).  Z.Vex Effect's first "distortion" pedal, highly specialized to simulate the "everything on 10" sound of a classic Marshall JTM45 non-master-volume amplifier. You may use the Box of Rock effectively with many any amplifiers, but it's especially great on a Marshal.  It's both a boost and distortion pedal with separate on/off switches, which gives you 4 tone selections (bypassed, boost only, distortion only, distortion with boost).  One of the best pedals made for using your guitar's volume control to adjust for the exact amount of distortion you need, all the way down to very clean and clear with most drive settings.  Z.Vex is noted for some of the coolest pedals on the market and this distortion is way cool indeed.  Click here for YouTube demo and a few comparisons to other boutique pedals and here for Zvex's demo.  Don't pay $199 for a new one when you can have this nice used one for $129(Tent Hold - Steve S 1/27).

Keeley Boss BD-2 Blues Driver Phat Mod.  Used by players in groups from Steely Dan to Brad Paisley and even "The Edge" uses one. The BD-2 Phat Mod is a Transparent Overdrive with Full Range sound, which lets your guitar tone shine through regardless of how you set it. It's not simply a distortion pedal but rather a tone tool that adds to your guitar tone, supplying really nice lows, crystal clear high frequency, great picking response and detail. It differs from, say, a TS9, by its full-range sound, which is much more transparent and, when cranked, it offers a grittier/more-edgy tone. It's extremely dynamic and works wonders using your guitar's volume control to dial in the amount of drive you want. It is perfect for Hendrix to Country. It's also noted for having that cranked Fender Super amplifier sound. The "Phat switch" to allows even more of your natural low end through for those times when you need a little more beef. It's also noted for having tremendous volume output and can be used as a clean boost, driving your amp into natural sounding overdrive.  New these are $199 from Keeley.  This one's in clean shape and just $125(HOLD-Donald 1/26).  (Note: for box fans, I have one mint in the box for $139). 

Gibson Burstbucker Pro (Nickel) Set.  Rhythm Pro and Lead Pro set in nice shape.  Excellent choice for modern rock tones while retaining much of the vintage sound.  These are running $196/each in stores but here's a clean set for $175/pair.  

Gibson Burstbucker Pro (Zebra) Set.  Rhythm Pro and Lead Pro set in nice shape.  Excellent choice for modern rock tones while retaining much of the vintage sound.  Zebra coils for that Jimmy Page/Peter Green look.  Nice shape, $175/pair.  

Gibson '57 Classic (Nickel) Set.  Nice shape.  Favored by many players over the BB Pros for players who are looking for that genuine vintage tone.  $150/pair. 

ca. '60-'62 Fender Concert Brownface - LOT!!!.  (Selling as a lot of 5 only).  Four years ago I bought these from a collector in Maryland.  Yet another year has passed and I've never had the spare time to go through each one and sort out the specifics as far as replaced components and performance.  I tested each one when I bought them and all of them do work.  A few sounded great, while others sounded like they needed filter caps or other minor tune-ups.  You can expect a range of originality and condition, for example, one of them is missing the back panel, replaced with a piece of uncovered plywood.  Another one has two added switches for speaker select (all 4 speakers, 2 speakers, or one speaker).  Some have replaced speakers.  I am NOT looking to sell any of these individually as it could be another 4 years before I dedicate a half a day to go through them.  I AM looking for a collector or dealer who wants a cool brownface Concert collection. Maybe ask a few buddies if they want to team up for a group purchase.  If I were to list these individually they would be $1300 to $2300, I'm guessing with very little bench time required to get them all up to spec.  Here's the deal:  $1300/each X 5 = $6500 takes 'em all.  Price takes into account the range of condition and performance so I'm not open to dropping the price.  Since 5 large amps are involved, it should be worth the time for you to make the drive which is desirable since I'm not looking to ship them.   In closing I'd like to say that I'm not selling them individually.  Also, I am looking for a local pickup by the buyers or a freight company who can safely transport them.  Did I mention that I'm only selling them as a lot...

Frenzel HBX - WC30 "Hot Box Wild Cat 30" Head, (panel), (top), (back).  Same deal as the FM-5E3 above, hand-wired, point-to-point, American made, and this one is one of Frenzels higher-end models.  This design was *inspired* by the classic Matchless Hot Box and the Hot Cat 30.  The preamps have three stages of high gain and are modeled after the classic Hot Box preamp.  Frenzel added separate HI - LO inputs, gain controls, tone stacks, and master level controls to give you maximum tone control.  This allows you to set each channel for the exact tones and overdrive you want, and then to select or blend both channels with an AB/Y footswitch. The output stage uses a pair of cathode biased Class A EL34's that will give you 30 watts of pure sound reproduction. And to finish things off they added a custom Presence control with an Edge pull switch to contour the sound.  This amp is truly a "wild cat" and will drive you crazy with all the tonal variations possible, some which you have never heard before!  It features a 5U4EH heavy duty rectifier for optimum pick attack and sag selection - or you can use a 5AR4, or SS plug-in for different amounts of sag.  It uses 4 12AX7's in the preamp and a pair of EL34's in the power section.  For a full run down of features check out Frenzel's site here.  Frenzel offers a few options and this one has two:  the steel cage ($100) and effects loop ($50).  Even with these options, this amp sells direct for just $845.  Better yet, this one has seen very little home use and is just $629.   (Note:  I have a variety of cabs, including some Avatar 1X12's below). 

Gibson Deluxe Tuners.  From the '08 Standard Plus above, nickel with aged Keystone buttons.  Work properly and a nice upgrade for your Epiphone or other 3+3 headstock.  Includes screws. $35.   (note: these are sold but I have other Gibson Deluxe sets in stock). 

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2010 Fender Custom Shop '52 Esquire/Tele Relic, (front-1  front-2), (back-full), (back), (headstock), (case/acc.).  Custom order guitar - click here for build sheet PDF file.  Take your pick - Esquire or Tele!  Fender uses Tele bodies for their Esquires so, with no routing required, original owner added a neck pickup and Tele pickguard - or if desired, we can remove the neck pickup and swap back to Esquire pickguard.  Either way, you're getting one killer Tele.  The way it's currently set up, it has a Duncan Alnico II Pro Tele (link) pickup in the neck, with the original relic Broadcaster pickup in the bridge.  Fairly heavy factory relic process with major buckle wear on the back, arm wear, and numerous dings and chips in the finish, with a neck that looks like it's had 1000's of hours of use.  Very lightweight at 7.1 lbs with a very loud acoustic sound and excellent sustain.  It has a  '52 U-shaped neck that's absolutely huge at the first fret, and retains pretty much the same thickness all the way up the neck.  Nicely figured ash body with blonde nitro finish, and nitro-finished neck with back wear and fretboard wear in all the right spots.  Most of you will be happy to note that this has the modern 9.5" radius and jumbo frets. If you want something with more of a signature tone, we can sell it with a DiMarzio Area T bridge pickup (link) instead of the Broadcaster - your choice - same price.  It's got the tone you want in a vintage Tele, without the hum.  Collector owned and barely played, the accessory bag hasn't even been opened.  Includes ash tray, polishing cloth, serialized hang tag and other tags and paperwork, COA, two pickguards, and Fender center pocket tweed case.  Take your choice - Tele or Esquire - at just $1999(HOLD-Robert A 11/6) including parts to switch it over should you ever change your mind.  

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2005 Gretsch Tennessee Rose G6119-TR, (front), (headstock), (back), (case).  Nothing says 60's and rockabilly vibe like a Gretsch.  I remember George Harrison's 6119 and "The Monkees" playing various Gretsch's (hey, I was just a kid) and they became my dream guitar.  Sadly, I had to settle on a Teisco.  Who knows where I'd be if I had access to a quality axe when I was nine.  Let me get back on track...  The 6119TR differs from the 6119-1962 (listed lower on this page) in a many ways, major and minor.  Technically they're both TR models, but this one has real F-holes, which give it a more open tone and louder acoustically, and this one also has "High Sensitive" Filter 'Trons humbuckers instead of the Hi Lo 'Trons single coils.  The Hi Lo's have the jangly Gretsch sound but that seems to be limited by what amp you're playing through.  The Filtertrons can sound very much like a Hi Lo, are much quieter, and they sound good through any amp, plus they're more powerful.  In addition, the Adjusto-Matic bridge intonates where the straight bar on the '62 doesn't, the Grover Rotomatics stay in tune better, the HT has a much nicer ebony fretboard, and the zero-fret of the '62 is somewhat off-putting.  Other features of this fine guitar include single cutaway hollow body with deep cherry stain finish, 16" lower bout, 2.5" body depth, arched laminated maple top with multiple binding, real f-holes, laminated maple back and sides, 3-piece maple neck, black headstock overlay, Bigsby B6C Vibrato tailpiece, Ebony fingerboard, neo-classic "Thumbnail" inlays, 22 frets, 12" radius, 25.5" scale length, 1-11/16" nut width, synthetic bone nut, 2 High Sensitive Filter 'Tron pickups, Adjusto-Matic Bridge with Ebony base, 3-way pickup selector switch, stand-by switch, neck volume - bridge volume - master volume knobs, 3-position master tone switch, chrome hardware, Knurled Strap Retainer Knobs, silver plexi pickguard with embossed logo and model.  These reissues have all the cool features and all the vibe of the 60's models, but none of the problems.  Quite likely, they'll stand the test of time much better than the original Gretsch's.  They are, quite simply, better guitars than the originals.   For full specs click here for Gretsch.  List price on this guitar is $2950; this one is in immaculate condition, with quality tone and a pro setup, for just $1450.  Includes original Gretsch case.  

2009 Fender Standard Strat - Black Pearl Guard with Single Humbucker, (front), (back), (headstock), (gigbag).  Tired of the same old Standard Strats, with SSS, HH, or HSS pickups?  Do you want something with the simplicity and tone more like a Baretta, or the single humbucker Contemporary Strats of the 80's?  This one has been modified by a black pearl pickguard housing a single Seymour Duncan JB Trembucker, and single volume knob.  Specs include solid Alder body with maple neck and fretboard, 21 medium jumbo frets, 9.5" radius, vintage synchronized tremolo with stamped steel saddles, Fender/Ping tuners, gloss urethane body, satin urethane neck, and large headstock with CBS black/gold logo.  This guitar plays fantastic, and this JB lends itself to many types of music.  It's high enough output that you can use the volume control to switch from a clean to overdrive tone.  It's in immaculate condition and a striking looking Strat for $350(HOLD-Ron M 1/9).  Includes very thick Fender gigbag and trem arm.  Note:  If you also want single coil tones, we can change to a push/pull pot - or add a mini 2-way switch, to split the pickup and have the choice of a more traditional Strat tone - for $35 parts/labor.  

2010 Fender American Deluxe Strat HSS - Tungsten,  (front-1 front-2), (back), (headstock), (controls), (deluxe features), (case/acc.).  Mint condition - in new finish "Tungsten", which is a cross between Pewter and Inca Silver.  It looks great with the black & chrome hardware and plastic.  This is the first of the new American Deluxes I've had, now with the new SCN N3 pickups, and I'm impressed.  Other deluxe appointments include Fender locking tuners, pearl dot inlays, raised chrome logo, Wilkinson roller nut, rounded heel for easy access to the top frets, polished chrome bridge with "pop-in" trem arm, and S-1 switch (switching options) plus a small pushbutton called the "Passing Lane" switch, which bypasses the tone circuit completely.  Another new feature is the compound radius fretboard which goes from 9.5" at the first fret to a flatter 14" at the top fret, which lets you form chords easily on the steeper curve of the lower frets, while the flatter upper frets are perfect for shredding, bending, and or soloing in general.  The Deluxe HSS comes equipped with an Atomic Humbucker at the bridge, for an incredibly beefy tone loaded with harmonics.  The new SCN N3 pickups are the latest and greatest from Fender for creating warm tone and responsive bite, a genuine vintage tone, but without the noise.  In addition to a classic 5-way switch, it also includes a newly designed S-1 switch. This all-new "passing-lane" configuration cuts out the tone knob and instantly routs your output straight to the bridge, giving you a super-hot tone with great harmonics, which is perfect for kicking it into overdrive for solos.   With a list of $2099, you're going to pay $1549 for a new one in Tungsten, but this one is flawless, with an incredible setup and excellent sustain, for $1050(HOLD-Jeff F 1/31).  Includes Fender case with ATA latches, Fender strap - cable - polishing cloth, Schaller strap locks, trem arm, serialized inspection tag, and various other paperwork.  

1983 Fender USA Stratocaster - black w/mirror pickguard,  (front-1 front-2), (back), (headstock), (tremolo).  Black body with maple board and mirror guard gives this the vibe of an Iron Maiden signature model - say the word and we'll switch the covers and knobs to black (no charge) for an even more authentic version.  '83 Strats are frequently maligned for several reasons, some of which aren't deserved.  By reputation, they're among the heaviest Strats Fender has made but this one's just 7.6 lbs.  The 2-knob (only one tone control) wasn't well-received; personally, I like having a single master tone which also provides tone control for the bridge pickup.  Lastly, the surface-mounted Freeflyte tremolo system that wasn't Fender's best tremolo, but doesn't require the body to be routed all the way through and its design allows for more contact from tremolo to body, which is a sustain-enhancing design.  When set up properly, the stay in tune almost as well as a vintage tremolo.  Most of these detractors have been overlooked in recent years - while it took a long time for these to catch on in the vintage market, a few years ago they started to take off and now they command prices higher than a new Strat, i.e. they're now commanding vintage value at 29 years.  The bottom line though, is many of these are excellent utility guitars.  Fit and finish on these are actually better than the 70's 3-bolt Strats where "the gap" was commonplace, with a neck that didn't properly fit the body.  Overall this one is very clean for 28 years, buffed out to a bright luster and other than one finish chip, the only flaws are in the clear coat, and the common edge of the fretboard (shown here). The finish chip (shown here), can be touched up easily if desired, for $25.  It appears to have had a pro refret so the frets are in good shape.  A 7.6 lb. '83 is almost unheard of, plus this one plays nice and has quality tone, one of the best Strats I've heard with these early American Standard pickups.  Other than the pickguard, this baby's all original an one of the best '83's I've had.  If you want a vintage Strat with a cool look, that would make a great utility guitar, this one's a nice buy at $850.  Includes hardshell case, either a rough original or a nice aftermarket. 

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Upgrade before we ship - Earvana Nuts.  Instantly improves the intonation of any guitar and we're getting more and more requests to install them on guitars before we ship out.  Martin is very big on these so that says a lot to me.  If you want one installed before we ship your guitar, let us know.  The part alone will run you $34.95 from Earvana but we're offering the upgrade for just $49/total, parts and labor, for most guitars.  For details, click here.  

Pearl AD33 Analog Delay, (back/side), (bottom), (box/man.).  For the discriminating collector - museum condition, and a very rare model from a rare brand.  I come across many pedals and I've never seen another one of these.  Nothing has the warmth and natural tone of analog, especially analog delay pedals, which is why prices on vintage Boss DM-2/3, Ibanez AD9, and other 80's digital delays continue to climb.  The AD33, from the "Sound Spice" series, is from the same era, with one very distinct difference - the AD33 is like having to AD's, with two separate program channels, with independent delay time and feedback (number of repeats) controls.  It also has a footswitch jack that can control on/of and program I or II, which I guess is useful if you want to locate the pedal in a rack.  Other features include delay range from 20 to 350ms, noise reduction circuit and variable filter circuit for crystal clear sounds and wide dynamic range, regulator IC's for stable power at a constant voltage, optional 18V power supply jack, electronic switch and gates with C-MOS IC's to prevent "clicking" when switches are engaged, battery life warning circuit, heavy duty housing made of die-cast aluminum, LED's for on/off and selected channel (I or II), and peak indicator LED to warn when incoming signal is too hot.   Pearl had a regular single delay from this same series, the AD-08, which easily competes with Boss and Ibanez from the same era and is similarly priced.  Frequency response on 80's analog delays was usually 3KHz and under; some, like the DOD FX90 only went up to 1.3KHz.  The AD33 goes up to 4KHz (20KHz when disengaged).  The higher range is especially noticeable on the short delay settings.  This unit sounds as good as it looks.  A single unit Pearl AD08 in fairly clean shape is getting $225 and I'd imagine one in collector's condition would be $300+.  If you're looking for the cleanest of the clean, or simply want a great sounding analog with two delay settings, here's a once in a decade chance to pick up one in 9.9+ condition.  $375 includes original manual and box which is still in very crisp condition.  

Halogen Stage Light Bulbs.  I found a bunch of new bulbs, some going back to the Mars Music sellout.  All are new in the box.  Ushio jcd-120v-600w 600 watts for Par-56/Par-64 cans; Chauvet fcr-12v 100w 100 watts for misc. stage lighting; Chauvet 64535 120v600w 600 watts for Par cans; Chauvet J79-mm-120v 100w 100 watts for misc stage gear.  Most of these list at $18-$30.  Take your pic for $8/each.  

Kent DM-13 Dynamic Mic, (cable).  I need to have my tech repair the cable before I can give a tone report, but all of these mics were working perfectly when put in storage in the early 70's.  Comes with swivel mic stand adapter (screws onto a standard mic stand) that also houses the on-off switch.  50K impedance, made in Japan.  Cool looks with a long sculpted chrome shaft.  Assuming it works perfectly, which we'll guarantee prior to shipping, $59.  

Silvertone Paul Stanley PSA-1 Amp - new in box and FREE with the purchase of a Silvertone Paul Stanley guitar.  After years with Ibanez and later Washburn, Paul Stanley signed with Silvertone (dist by Samick) for manufacture of his signature models.  This PSA-1 amp is a surprisingly good sounding backstage practice amp with plenty of smooth distortion via the Overdrive switch, separate Bass and Treble EQ controls, CD/Tape input to practice along with your music, and headphone output for private practice.  It's finished in an attractive red tolex covering and features the Kiss logo and Paul's signature on the front grill.  For guitars there's a choice of a set-neck and  bolt on.  The bolt-on features Agathis body with sculpted Maple neck, 14” flat radius fretboard, dual high-output humbuckers, and die-cast tuners.  The set-neck features sculpted Mahogany necks set into Agathis bodies, 14” flat radius fretboard, Grover tuners, and Seymour Duncan-Designed humbuckers.  The guitars, as well as the amp, are new-old-stock and unplayed.   Purchase either of these guitars and get the amp for free:

Kramer Wireless Guitar Transmitter by Samson, (installed pic).  Very rare part for an extremely rare Kramer.  During the late 80's Kramer offered as an option, a wireless Samson transmitter, fitted into an extra cavity on the back of the guitar.  According to Vintage Kramer (link), the best Kramer site in the world, "These models are extremely rare, and was probably more of a gimmick that never took hold. Nevertheless, these models are superb...".  If you need one of these, I've had this one for over 10 years and as it appears as though I'll never need it, so it's time to find a new home.  $150.  

Gemeinhardt M2 Flute, (pic2), (pic3).  If I'm reading the chart right, this is an M2 (currently 2SP) from 1973.  These were USA-made student models, but silver-plated and I'm sure better quality than the current proliferation of Chinese brands.  Pads may be perfectly functional but the only thing I know about used flutes is that they frequently need new pads.  At $60, there's enough savings that if it needs pads, you can get the job done and still not have too much invested.   

Crate FS-60 2-button Footswitch.  Labeled Reverb and Channel Select.  For most any Crate amp but should work with most amps using a stereo 1/4" jack.  $20

Tech 21 Trademark 60 3-button Footswitch.  If you've ever needed one of these you know that they're proprietary, they're not mechanical, and nothing else will work.  $94 from Tech 21, the only suppliers.  This one's perfect and just $64.  

1971 DeArmond 610 Volume/Tone, (pic2), (pic3).  Cool old pedal from DeArmond that combines a pump volume pedal, with a side-to-side tone pot.  This is not a wah pedal that changes the frequency, but a treble roll off.  Here's a YouTube video demo (link).  Beautiful shape, 40 years old, and just $129.  

1980 ElectroHarmonix Deluxe Electric Mistress, (bottom).  The legendary flanger/filter matrix.  In addition to a great sounding flanger, the filter matrix mode takes the automatic sweep out of the circuit to create very unique chimey, shimmering tones.  Click here for a YouTube demo on the reissue.  31 years old; still works great.  $135.  

ElectroHarmonix Little Big Muff Pi.  Based on the original 70's big bog model, with the great sustain and killer distortion, in a pedalboard friendly small box, in a die cast housing that's more roadworthy than the cheese cutter original big box.  Here's a demo from EH.  Good value in a quality USA EH pedal at $47.  

Ernie Ball Volume Pedal.  The one the pro's use.  Built for years of road use, crystal clear with an even taper - great for humbuckers or single coil.  Nice shape and nearly 1/2 of new cost at $69.  

Keeley Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive.  Another fine modified pedal by Robert Keeley, king of the pedal mods.  Take a good old SD-1, a classic one-trick pony, modify the circuit, add a 2-way switch for your choice of germanium or silicone diode, and you've got more tonal choices and overall much fatter, cleaner, more defined, and with loads more gain than a stock SD-1.  Rather than adding a long description, click here for Keeley's site.  Not collector approved but it works perfectly and a killer OD for $89.  

Ibanez MS10 Metal Charger.  Previously known as the SM9 Super Metal during the 9-series a few years earlier, when Ibanez came out with the "Power Series", aka "10-series", it was renamed the MS10.  It has the highest gain and highest distortion level of any Ibanez pedal of the era.  Despite the 3 controls, labeled "Attack", "Punch" and "Edge", it will always sound like a metal pedal, so if you want versatility, you should only buy this if you're using another OD/Dist in your setup.  "Punch" cuts/boosts bass - center is flat; "Edge", centered around 1.5K, controls treble with the center flat; and "Attack" accentuates or minimizes the sound of your pick attack.  Inside you'll find FOUR of the famed JRC4558 chips to give you unprecedented control over your metalness.  Overall very nice shape other than previous owner sanded down some of the green to make it two-tone finish.  Click here to view the catalog page.  For you 10-series fans, MS10's don't come along that often.  This one's $79.   

Fender/G&G Bass Case.  Vintage style brown case made by G&G for Fender and fits 4 or 5-string.  Features Tolex cover, made in the traditional shape with locking latch, protective vinyl ends with white stitching, large accessory compartment, gold padded poodle plush interior, and genuine Fender logo.  Lists for $219 but this one's in great shape and just $115. 

HomeBrew THC Three Hound Chorus.  Three Hound Chorus oozes the warmth, thickness, and richness we're looking for in an all analog chorus.  It features Depth and Speed controls, plus a unique Width control which physically changes the distance (or width) between wave forms adding a whole new dimension to the effect.  It is wired true bypass and has a dedicated LED that flashes to indicate speed setting.  It can be powered by your choice of either a 9v battery or a standard 9v negative-center adapter.  When I first plugged this pedal in I thought it was a tremolo and, in fact, it can cover that ground very well as well.  Click here for a good demo by ProGuitarShop.  Sells new for $225 but this one's in perfect shape for just $159. 

Catalinbread Montavillian Echo. Catalinbread are fine handbuilt effects built by a small crew in Portland, Oregon.  The Montavillian Echo was built in the vein of old school tube driven echo units. It not only faithfully captures the tone of these sought after units, but most importantly it captures the huge “space” and infinite feel that eludes other pedal delays. Using the PT2399 delay chip--with a circuit that doesn't employ a compander--it provides delays that disappear over the horizon instead of being sonically reduced to mush as the trails fade. This is attributed to the original construct of the circuit as well as the loads of research put into just the dry signal. In order to provide a dry signal with a superior feel and tone when engaged, Catalinbread turned to the Burr Brown OPA2134 op-amp. The addition of a Cut control adds extra flexibility by allowing the user to dial in dark, bucket-brigade-ish echos or crystal clear repeats and the Mix knob offers boost over unity of the repeats to make sure they are heard in any situation. The result a small format stompbox delay that can provide the classic tone that most are seeking, and a more modern feel for the next generation of players. Click here for full specs and a video demo at their site.  Sells new for $159; this one's perfect in the box for $115.  

Ibanez CS9 Chorus.  From ca. '83, Japan-made, and one of the best analog chorus pedals from the old days.  As popular as the Boss CE-2 is, the CS9 sounds as good to my ears, at around $50 less.  Built to last a lifetime, this one's almost 30 years old and has decades of use left in it.  This one works perfectly, sounds great, and a good by on a vintage 9-series pedal at $85.  

Rocktron X-Tune Stomp Box Tuner  If you're looking for an excellent stage tuner, Rocktron's got you covered.  The X-Tuner chromatic tuner has multi-light LEDs and lighted notes that make it easy to tune on dark stages, plus the strong aluminum chassis guarantees years of problem free use, gig after gig.  The X-Tune has muting for silent tuning and continuous out for live tuning (12-note tuning with a 7 octave range).  Use the calibration knob to match the pitch of another instrument, CD, tape, etc. Here's full specs from Rocktron (link).  Sells new for $79 but this used one's in perfect shape and just $45. 

Rocktron Nitro Booster/Enhancer.   Every player should have a boost pedal.  It has a number of uses, the most basic one being to boost your leads.  Not every player wants to switch channels for leads or color their sound with an OD/Distortion pedal, they just want the sound coming out of their amp to be a little louder.  Other amps simply need a hotter input signal to come to life.  The Nitro offers an amazing 22dB boost while enhancing a player’s articulation by its soft compression.  Here's full specs from Rocktron (link).  The Nitro sells new for $69 but this clean used one's just $39.  

Fuchs Plush Drive.  I love Fuchs gear.  Their amps and pedals are all hand-built in their New Jersey shop with superb quality and engineering. The Plush Drive is a top quality pedal that is aimed a players who want the true tone, response and feel of a boutique amp tone, like a Dumble or Two-Rock, without spending $1000's.  The unique 4-knob circuit gives you unprecedented control over the most important aspects of your tone. On the input end, the gain and touch controls allow you to set just the right amount of distortion and pick response, based on your guitar and playing style. On the output end, a subtle tone control and level control allow you to set both your overall lead tone and solo level. A unique bi-fet integrated circuit and matched discrete FETs are designed to emulate the smooth overload and musical *second-order* distortion of a tube circuit.  Sounds great plugged into a good clean amp, or add it to your amps overdrive for a super thick overdrive tone, and it's quiet enough to put in front of an overdriven amp easily.  Features feature: Cast aluminum housing, industrial powder coat finish, heat cured silk screen labeling, true bypass, Cliff switch, Neutrik connectors, metal shaft controls, premium boutique quality passive components, and mil spec fiberglass two sided circuit board for consistent long term performance.  These are $229 new, but this one is in perfect condition in original box for just $159. 

Boss MT-2 Metal Zone, (panel).  Boss' best metal pedal ever - and the most versatile distortion.  With the 3-band EQ, including sweepable mid you can dial in a huge variety of tones.  It produces a distortion that is a bit smoother than the Heavy Metal HM-2 and HM-3 (which I also have in stock).  It does the scooped mid tone as good as anything ever made, or boost the mids and cut the bass and treble for a variety of tones ranging from VH to  ZZ Top.  The MT-2 is one of Boss's best selling effects of all time and is now, believe it or not, celebrating its 20-year anniversary.  Other than a light rub on the top, super clean shape and just $55.  

Keeley Boss MT-2 with Twilight Zone Switch.  Complete Hi-fidelity upgrade! Nothing like a heavy distortion channel that is produced well! Keeley designed this mod to have an Aural exciter built in for increased fidelity leads to better bass response and less harsh upper high-frequency. He eliminated every harsh sounding cap and replaced it with audiophile grade parts that let the midrange sparkle and breathe, with an increase in presence to take your tone over the edge. Integral to this mod is the 3-Way Toggle Switch to give you a sweet volume boost and a fatter tube like circuit designed into it. The toggle switch gives you three different distortion types. He created two different tube amp characteristics (switch to the right and to the center) has tube amp characteristics: huge power, increased harmonics, and better transparency. Lastly, the LED is changed to a cool blue color.  Keeley describes the stock MT-2 as sounding like "putting a blanket over your speaker cabinet", i.e. a dull, lifeless tone.  Click here for a YouTube demo where the difference is clear.  New these are $199 from Keeley.  This one's in perfect condition and just $135.  

Baja Tech Bone Bender, Original 2-knob version!  Germanium-based Sola Sound/Vox Tone Bender clone that gets those early Tone Bender tones (Beatles, Mick Ronson of Ziggy Stardust fame, Yardbirds, etc).  Built with top-notch components and has true bypass to preserve your signal.  For details, and sound sample click here and here's a good YouTube demo of the later 3-knobber.  $145 new but this perfect used one is just $99(HOLD-3/9).  

1981 DOD 565 Stereo Chorus Performer Series.  Great sounding analog chorus that's more lush than a Boss CE-2, and equally smooth.  In an A/B shootout, I would guess 50% of players would pick this model over the Boss.  This is the rare first version 1981 Performer Series, not to be confused with the more common 565-A that followed.  This one has the large touch pad switch that works smoothly and consistently.  Unlike the CE-2, this is a stereo (output) unit where the delay is mixed with the dry signal for one channel and the an inverted delay signal is mixed with the dry for the other.  I plugged this into two amps and the result was like an old Roland JC-120 amp; amazing.  Here's a demo on YouTube.  Runs on two 9V batteries or accepts 1/4" jack external power supply, 18-20 volts DC.   Nice condition and nice sounding pedal for $75, which is a lot better than one currently on auction.  We can "build" a power supply with 1/4" tip for $22 if needed.  

Lovepedal Kanji 9 Overdrive.  The Kanji 9, so named due to its 9 tone settings (two switches, 3-way each switch), is a very versatile and extremely well made OD pedal.  It features true bypss, premium electronic components, knobs for Volume, Tone (Treble Boost), and Gain; blue LED indicator, and two 3-way switches for changing diode clipping stages. It produces enough gain to rock you harder than any box you've used, but cleans up very well by rolling back your guitar's volume control, or choosing a softer clipping setting.  Click here for a YouTube demo.  I don't believe they make this black model 9 any longer.  This is an excellent sounding unit that's mint in the box with manual, priced at $165(HOLD-Bill S 4/10).  

B.K. Butler Tube Driver Reissue.  Butler had one of the first tube overdrive pedal, using a 12AX7 to warm up the tone.  Due to incredible demand for the originals, Butler has started building a limited run of his classic 4-knob Tube Driver, at a rate of around 6 per week, with a 6 to 8 week waiting list.  He hasn't set a limit on total numbers but when they're gone, they're gone.  The design and sound is the same as the original (as supplied to Eric Johnson, David Gilmour, etc.) but with improved parts such as Switchcraft all metal jacks, click pots, etc.  Each unit is hand built to his specs and Butler personally checks out each unit to ensure it's working perfectly and sounds great.  He then engraves his signature on the bottom of the case to ensures authenticity now and in the future.  These are $299 plus shipping new but this one's in perfect condition, available now, and $225.   Here's a cool video to let you hear some of that sweet Eric Johnson tone (link).  

OFF-HOLD:  B.K. Butler Real Tube Overdrive.  Butler was responsible for the plethora of tube overdrives that are around today.  Beginning with his original Tube Driver, advertised in Guitar Player mag in 1979, his pedals later gained favor with the likes of Eric Johnson, David Gilmour and Billy Gibbons.  Here's a great interview with the man (link), where he talks about this black version stating, "I then designed the black Real Tube pedal in 1986 which I still think is a superior pedal in some ways to the Tube Driver (ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons agrees)".  You'll note in the interview that he has no association with Chandler and that there never was a "Chandler Tube Driver", stating, "It's all Butler."  This is an excellent sounding, unit, built to last a long time, with quality click pots, jacks mounted directly to the case, and a very heavy steel casing.  We cleaned all the pots, installed an ARS Tesla/JJ tube, and replaced the pop rivets on the transformer (tranny was starting to get a bit floppy), so it's ready to go for another decade.  This is a genuine Butler pedal and a good deal at $115.  

A bunch of pedals by MXR:   

Digidesign Mbox 2 Micro, (Mbox), (screen shot).  Pro Tools LE in the Palm of Your Hand!  The Digidesign Mbox 2 Micro answers the demands of Pro Tools users worldwide by offering a way to edit and mix with Pro Tools LE anywhere you go.  A device the size of a jump drive allows you to take your Pro Tools Sessions on the road — record on your HD or LE rig and use the Mbox 2 Micro to mix on a laptop while riding in a plane, in a coffee shop, anywhere you want.  Features include Pro Tools LE playback-only (or MIDI recording) device; Ultra-portable, anodized aluminum design; high-quality sound up to 24-bit, 48 kHz (higher sample rates require pre-conversion); 1/8" stereo output jack for headphone or speaker monitoring (no audio inputs); convenient volume wheel for quick headphone adjustments; powered by USB (USB 1.1 connection, includes USB extension cable); includes Pro Tools LE 8 software.   Sells new for $199 but this one is virtually un-used and just $139.  

Studio Projects VTB1 Tube Mic Preamp, (back), (psu).  Excellent quality single-channel tube blend mic preamp, a must for any home studio, digital or analog.  Te VTB1 incorporating true class A/B switching and it's a totally discrete circuit. Unique to the VTB-1 mic preamp is the Tube Drive circuit based on a 12AX7 tube that allows the user to blend as little or as much of the Tube Drive as desired. The Studio Projects VTB-1 allows the user the most flexibility of any mic pre in its price class.  Great for vocals of course, but also a good choice to overdrive your guitars or bass.  Click here for a good video demo on YouTube.  Sells new for $149 but this one's mint and just $99.  

***DiMarzio Day, 2011***  Free shipping on orders of 2 pickups or more.

Alesis Quadraverb GT Chip Kit.  If you have a Quadraverb with a chip that's on the fritz, make it work again.  Version 1.03.  Includes hard-card with list of patches, and tweezers for removal and installation.  $35.  

EVH D-Tuna.  Installs in a few minutes.  Ingenious innovation for players who occasionally want to drop the low-E to a D; and back to E again.  Used in original packing.  $35.  

BMF Fat Bastard One-Off.  Donated for an Ebay charity auction by BMF Effects, this is a one-off Fat Bastard with a nice landscape paint job, labeled simply "BMF".   The Fat Bastard is a clean boost that adds a little weight to your sound without destroying your tone. With a fair amount of gain available, it is perfect for getting your leads just above the mix, boosting overdrive or fuzz pedals or pushing a tube amp into a nice, warm break up.  The preamp section on some amps tends to get thin or raspy when cranked up but you can keep the preamp gain down on your amp, and get a fatter, warmer tone getting your boost from the Fat Bastard.  It works equally well with bass guitars.   Click here for some sound clips (1/2 down page) and here for a brief video.  Better yet, check out these reviews on Harmony-Central.  $139 for this one of a kind, mint in the box. 

Electroharmonix LPB-2, Linear Power Booster.  It's as if you had 20 sets of pick-ups all in one guitar...can make your amplifier TEN times louder...  These are the claims used in advertising on the LPB's back in the 70's (see ad here).  While these might be an exaggeration, the LPB-2 can be used effectively to overdrive the front end of your amp, giving it thicker, hotter tone, or as a boost pedal for leads.  This is one of the cleaner examples of a ca. '76 LPB I've had and a very useable pedal, even for today's guitar rigs, for $99.  

Proco "The Rat", (circuit).  Original vintage reissue.  Pots dated '94 with original 308 chip.  This is an excellent sounding Rat.  Very smooth, round distortion.  The Filter knob holds the secret of these and transforms the pedal from warm and thick, to nasty and bright, with many other tones in between.  It's in perfect condition and a nice Rat for $79.  

Digitech Brian May Red Special Signature Pedal, (bag/pick/power supply), (box).  I just found two more of these:   One of the newer pedals in Digitech's Signature line, the Brian May Red Special, with 7 of his signature models with 14 distinctive tones.  Tones include Red Special Guitar, Treble Booster, Deacy Amp, Vox AC30, Foxx Foot Phaser, Pickup Configurations, Delay, Reverb, Flanger, Acoustic, Tele, etc.  If you want to nail the tone of, say, Bohemian Rhapsody or We Will Rock You, this is the ticket.  Rather than writing a book, Click here for a good review by Guitar World magazine.  This thing really sounds authentic and click here for proof - a YouTube demo done by an amateur beginner through a 15W Crate amp.   This pedal listed for $299 and used ones are going around $140, but I have these new in the box, for just $139.  I have a stack of Digitech's signature pedal line posters - remind me, and I'll also include a full size poster with Brian and the full pedal line on reverse (pic).

Teese Real McCoy Custom RMC5 Wizard Wah, (pic2).  (Note: I sold the RMC3 and RMC Picture Wah in the past 2 days so I moved this from the semi-just in page).  The RMC WW is designed to be an entry level RMC wah along the lines of the RMC1, but with a tuning that works well with a variety of pickup designs, especially for higher output pickups like humbuckers.  Especially good for high-gain tone, so you rock/metal players will especially like the RMC5.   Tonally, it's a cross between the RMC1 and Picture Wah, with a rich, yet tight low end, haunting mids, and a smooth top end to an extended sweep range.  It features true-bypass switching, 9V DC adapter jack, and rocker tension that's easily adjustable via included Allen wrench.  There's a YouTube demo of the RMC5 here.  Mint in the box with manual for $175(Tent. Hold - Roger M 10/31).

Dunlop 535Q Crybaby, (pic2).  One of the most versatile Wah's on the market; gives you unprecedented control over your wah tone. Easily adjust where the frequency will be centered, then decide how wide you want the frequency range sweep to be.  There's also an adjustable and switchable boost function onboard with 16dB of boost.  You also get six new guitar wah ranges, in a sturdy housing plus hardwired on/off switch.  Sells new for $129 but this one's in excellent condition in the box for $85.  

Monster Cable Z2R ML-10/10 Speaker Cables.   The ultimate audiophile cable, Z-series cables will provide a noticeable improvement in your studio reference monitors, home theater system, or any other application that uses a 10 ft. banana plug cable.   Z2 Reference incorporates Monster's famous MultiTwist construction, an ultra-tight winding of connectors resulting in enhanced sonic performance with superior noise rejection throughout the audio bandwidth. Combined with specially formulated PEX dielectric, Z2 Reference offers incredibly low dynamic noise and startling realism in sound and film. You'll hear details you never heard before - from nuances in vocals and dialog to high frequency detail like the rustling of leaves, to the low-end rumbling of the loudest explosion.  These have recently been discontinued but you can still find them on the web, selling discounted for $149.  You can still get 250' spools of the cable from Monstercable.com (link) for $5/foot.  For less than the price of the raw cable alone you can get this set, new in the box.  Just $89.  

Boss MD-2 Mega Distortion.  One of Boss' newer compacts, the MD-2 has been around since 2001 and cranks out more gain than any other Boss pedal.  With the MD-2 Boss focused on massive bottom end which makes this pedal especially useful for 7-string or drop tuning players.  With this in mind it features the usual Tone control, plus a separate Bottom control.  It also features separate Gain and Distortion knobs and Level, to match the engaged signal to the disengaged.  Mint in the box, $45.  

Fulltone Octafuzz II OF-2, (pic2).  The only exact circuit copy of the legendary Tycobrahe Octavia. Cool Octave-Up sounds ala Hendrix "Band of Gypsies" and SRV's many live shows!  Housed in a 14ga. steel enclosure with a Ranar-blue gloss powdercoat finish and Antique-white logo.  Click here for one of many YouTube videos on the unit.  New cost is $144 - this one's mint in the box for $115(HOLD-Don W 10/23)

Electroharmonix USA Big Muff Pi.  Refin'd Candy Apple Red and modded.  I don't know what the switch does specifically, but it sounds different - and cool.  A classic 60's fuzz/sustainer.  $55.  

Dunlop Crybaby GCB-95, (pic2).  Works great.  A classic American wah tone for $45.  

60's Gibson Pickup Ring.  Very hard to find M8 ring for your late 60's/early 70's Gibson neck pickup.  Shown in pics top side and bottom side, with proper numbers, M8 788 and 70 595.  With late 60's Les Pauls now above $10K, if you have a cracked or replacement ring, this is a small price to pay to make it right.  $50.

1967 Clarostat 1M Pot.  13th week of '67.  Nice shape.  $25

ca.'83 Scholz SR&D Bass Rockman, (close-up).  Shortly after release of the popular Rockman X-100, came the Bass Rockman, especially designed to meet the needs of bassists.  I used one of these in the mid-80's, both on stage and in the studio, and I'm quite a fan of their tone.  Played through headphones, you'll hear a tone you've never heard before.  It won't sound like your usual jamming...it will sound like you're listening to a CD and you're playing the notes. This unit features a quality analog chorus, 2 clean settings, a distortion setting, Fat-Bright-Mid EQ settings, High Frequency Clip and Comp switches, Sustain level switch, Hi/Lo volume setting as well as a Gain dial on back, 1/8" stereo headphone/line out pair, and an Aux Input/Low Level Out 1/4" jack.  You can hook these up to your guitarist's Rockman and get some great tones on a "silent" jam.  Quiet enough for the studio and on stage adds fatness and a pretty good vintage bass distortion for your Cream songs.   We sold these new in the mid-80's for $199 which is like $403 in 2011 dollars.  This is one of the cleaner ones I've had and comes in the original box.  I see beaters regularly going up to $125 but this one's clean and works flawlessly?  $139 for this one.  

2-Button Footswitch.  Behringer FS112 for their GMX series amps, but with its 1/4" stereo jack, should work on most amps using 1/4" dual function output, whether it's channel/boost, channel/tremolo, reverb/tremolo, or whatever.  LED indicators, heavy metal casing, 15' cord to reach the front of the stage.  Solid built unit for $15.  

Fender 2-button footswitch.  Another 1/4", housed in Fender's chrome oval metal case.  Labeled R/C for "reverb/channel" but its stereo jack should work on same variety of functions as Behringer above.  $20.  

dbx DB12 Active Direct Box, (pic2). When it comes to DI's, don't buy the cheapest one you can find; there IS a difference.  The DB12 employs custom dbx mu-metal-shielded audio transformers, Gold-plated Neutrik XLR Connector connectors, and low-noise circuitry to provide a transparent, strong signal to your amp or mixing/recording deck.  A 20/40dB pad switch accommodates instrument, line, and even speaker level signals.  It also has a polarity invert switch to set the phase relationship between the direct and mic'd sound, LED power light, flat/high cut filter switch, 48V phantom power direct from your mixer, and unique design to allow stacking units on top of each other.  Don't confuse this with the DB10, which is dbx's passive DI, the DB12 lists for $179 and sells online for $99.  I have a few new in the box for $75, including shipping.  

Menatone Pleasure Trem 5000. More than just a vintage tremolo, the Pleasure Trem can emulate the effect of a vintage synth as well, with a Wave knob to change the pulse from ultra smooth triangle to stuttering square. A Speed goes as slow as you could possibly want, but crank it up and it's aster than anything out there, sounding almost like a ring modulator. Use the Depth control for subtle 3D effects to full on and off chop. Regardless of settings, the Pleasure Trem is designed not to not alter the tone of your instrument and does not boost the signal - it's as transparent as they come. The yellow LED flashes in time with the sweep, allowing you to easily sync it with the song tempo. Features include all Analog Circuitry; Ultra Bright LED; Easy Access Battery on the Side; True Bypass Switching; External Power Supply Jack; Silver Plated, Teflon Coated Wire; Shielded Wire from Input and Output Jacks to Switch; Carbon Resistors and Film Capacitors Used in Signal Path. This model sells new for $179, which is reasonable for a pedal with these components.  For around the price of a Boss TR-2, you can have this immaculate used one - just $119.   

M-Audio Black Box, (back), (Quick Start).  A valuable tool for unleashing creativity during practice and song writing, the Black Box also has numerous features that make it a great addition for live performances and with the onboard drum machine with 100 patterns, and excellent practice/recording tool. Although there are many buttons and knobs on it, the unit itself is very easy to use. This one includes the "Reloaded" firmware update making it a "version two", now with 40 amp models and 121 effects. There are 100 presets that include different amp sounds/settings with associated effects and drum patterns. The presets make it easy to find a starting point to make your own sounds, which can be tweaked by entering the edit mode and twisting a knob or two. Once you've created a sound you like you can store it as a custom preset. The Black Box is, primarily, an amp modeler, with 40 ultra-realistic virtual amp models. What this means is that you can easily try out different sounds. All the hottest amps, current and vintage, are in here so you'll easily be able to find your favorite tone. Adjusting the amp sound is easy by pressing the amp button and using the input knobs - adjustable parameters are Amp drive, Bass, Treble. This Version Two update also has more adjustable parameters by entering the Shift mode. Tap the amp button and you can adjust midrange for the amps and other settings for the effects mode. Amps are based on classics such as Fender Bassman, Deluxe Reverb, Champ, Vox AC-15 and AC-30, Marshall JTM-45, Plexi 100, Hiwatt DR-103, Boogie MK IIC and Dual Rect, Bogner Uberschall, Diezel VH4, ENGL Powerball, Peavey 5150 MK II, Roland Jazz Chorus, Boger Ecstasy, Budda Twinmaster, Matchless Chieftain, and Bass amps such as the Acoustic 360, Ampeg SVT, Gallien-Krueger 800RB, and SWR SM-500. In back you'll find XLR microphone input and audio outputs in the form of stereo (L/R) 1/4" jacks and a coaxial SPDIF connection. Many of the effects (ex. reverb) produce a stereo output which you could run to your mixer. There are three input control jacks used for assignable foot control of the Black Box including an expression pedal and two momentary switches. Lastly, there is the USB port for connecting to a computer. Yes, the Black Box doubles as a 24-bit/44.1kHz audio interface and has standard audio drivers for PC (WinXP) and MAC as well as ASIO drivers, making it compatible with all major sequencing programs including Pro-Tools M-Powered and Ableton Live. There is just one connection from the Box to the computer and that is via a USB cable. Once plugged in and installed the Black Box provides both inputs and outputs for the computer, with four inputs available: Processed stereo from the DSP (same as what you would here from the audio outs or headphone jack), dry mic input and dry guitar input. You can record all four inputs simultaneously.  For more info, here's an in-depth review and, better yet, a good demo here on YouTube.  Whether you want a multi-effect/amp modeler for stage use, practice, or recording, this is an inexpensive way to get quality results.  Sold new for $279 but this one's in perfect shape for just $159.  Includes power supply and quick start manual (full manual downloadable here).   

ca. '84 DOD 525-A Compressor/Limiter, (catalog), (power supply).  Good sounding American-made compressor.  Has the usual controls Comp/Lim, which controls the amount of compression, Attack to control how quick it kicks in, and Output to control the output level and match it to your bypassed level.  Runs on two 9V batteries or hard-to-find 18V DOD power supply.  This was one of DOD's more expensive pedals, with a list of $105, at a time when their FX Series Distortion was only $59.  Very clean shape that's good enough for Performer Series collectors, and with the power supply, a nice buy at $65 - or $49 without power supply.  

Line 6 ToneCore Roto Machine (Leslie Simulator), (panel).  The classic lush, swirling sounds of a rotating speaker in a unit that's 1/3 the size of other units. The Roto Machine features 3 classic filters, the 145, L16, and 122, each with its distinct tonal characteristics, a blend knob which fine-tunes drum to horn mix, separate Fast and Slow speed controls, Drive control to add some classic grit to your sound when needed, 2-in-1 footswitch to allow switching between Fast/Slow modes, ramp time is user-selectable between fast, medium, and slow.  Here's a demo by Line 6 and some audio samples (Medium Ramp) (Slow) (L16 Fast) (Fast).  Sells new for $120 but this one's perfect, in the box, and just $79.  Add a Line 6 DC-1 power supply (pic) for $10.  

Vox AC-15 Tube Set.  Matched pair of Chinese EL84's and three 12AX7's.  Removed from a new AC-15 so they're fresh and good to go.  $25/set.  

Mid/Bass Studio Monitor Speakers.  Super heavy duty French-made 6.5" drivers for low end in a 2-way or mids in a 3-way system.  Weighs over 5 lbs. each with massive magnets, approx 65 oz. Work perfectly and just $45/pair.  

Mid/Bass Studio Monitor Speakers.  8" drivers for low end in a 2-way or mids in a 3-way system.  Magnets are approx 30 oz.  Work perfectly and just $29/pair.  

Eminence 10" Guitar Speaker.  Good replacement speaker for the plethora of 5-watt tube combo's on the market that run a 16 ohm load.  Doesn't appear to have been used.  $25.  

K&M Mini Booms.  Top quality German-made short booms.  Mounts to any standard mic stand.  Ideal for drums or guitar cabs.  These aren't cheap Chinese made disposable units and will last longer than the life of your band.  $18/each or $30 for the pair.  

WEM Footswitch.  Impossible to find footswitch for the Watkins/WEM Copicat echo device.  This is the "click" on/off type.  Nice shape, original cable/jack, works perfectly.  If you have an original WEM and are missing the footswitch, here it is!  $65.  

Marshall 50/25 Silver Jubilee Footswitch.  Boost switch for the 80's Silver Jubilee 100W or 50W combo or head.  Metal casing, long cable, LED indicator.  Original, clean, $59.  

ELI SL-5050 Digital Echo.  Not a lot of info on the web about these but it's a good sounding unit, from the late 90's.  It appears as though these were made by Linear Tech, according to once source.   It's a table top unit, around a foot wide, with dual inputs, each with volume control, with controls for level (mix between straight and delayed signal), repeat (number of echoes), and delay (delay time from zero to around 800ms), with a large master volume knob (output level).  All controls and jacks are front-mounted, including aux out and footswitch to engage/bypass.  You can get some cool spacey sounds by turning up the repeat and messing with the delay time - great for tone tweakers.  It's a good sounding unit that works perfectly and just $65.  

Boss FBM-1 '59 Fender Bassman, (panel).  Designed to produce the sound and feel of one of the all time classic amps, the '59 tweed Bassman 4X10 combo. Although designed as a bass amp, guitarists eventually determined that it's fat tone with chunky rhythm and smooth overdrive, made it a great guitar amp as well. This pedal can be used to give any amp the signature Bassman sound. It even has a separate Bright input, just like the original, for a brighter tone. The control layout has the bright chrome panel, just like the amp, with similar controls including Presence and Mid (using a stacked pot), Treble, and Bass EQ controls. It has one other stacked pot, the Level (volume) and Gain controls which, unlike the original amp, allow you to get the sweet compressed overdrive at low volume, without overdriving the input stage of your amp.  If you want the classic Fender tone, without buying a separate amp, this pedal does a good job and costs a lot less than an amp.  Here's a demo on YouTube, and a good performance demo here.  Sells new for $119 but this one's mint in the box for $85.  Manual is downloadable here.

Korg AX1000G Floor Multi-Effect, (close-up  lit-up), (effects/models), (back).  A good choice for players who want a multi-effect with a layout similar to a row of stompboxes.  If you want to change, for instance, from a Hall Reverb to Ping Pong Delay, just reach down and turn a knob.  The AX1000G has 56 types of modeling effects cover numerous vintage compressor, overdrive, distortion, echo, reverb, and wah units that are expensive and difficult to obtain.  Numerous simulations are provided, including the fat sound of tube amps, the nasty fuzz sound of the '70s, and the metallic distortion of the '90s.  In the drive-amp section, "REMS" supports the hybrid gain structure developed by KORG.  You even get unique lo-fi effects such as a tape echo that simulates the unique distortion produced by magnetic tape and the unstable pitch caused by irregularities in rotation speed. The Cabinet effect gives you a wide range of simulations that cover both vintage amps and modern designs, down to every detail of cabinet shape and speaker characteristic. The expression pedal lets you control eleven types of pedal effect in real-time-not only volume and wah, but also unique sounds like pitch bend and traveler (filter).  With the Power-Paced Practice with the Phase Trainer, you can record up to 16 seconds from a CD/MD player or cassette, and then slow down the playback to as little as 25% of the original speed without affecting the pitch, an ideal way to learn rapid solos or difficult phrases by ear.  The recorded phrase can also be looped for playback, allowing you to listen repeatedly, plus, you can even hold a specific note.  Scored 4 of 5 stars on Harmony-Central reviews, cited for its ease of use, which is a big thing for me, a non-manual-reader.  To view or download manual, click here for Korg's site.  This pedal is very solidly built, especially the rocker pedal, and should take years of road use.  With an original retail price of $350, this is a bargain at $99, less than you'll pay for a most single effects.  Includes power supply; include a new heavy gigbag for $22.  

Seymour Duncan Humbucker Pair.  Includes a Pro Shop "Full Shred Trembucker" and a Production Floor Custom "Trembucker". A Production Floor Custom is a regular production pickup that's a one-off ordered with a slight change in specs such as wiring or cosmetic differences.  These are both rather high-end Duncans, very low hours, in perfect condition.  $125/pair.  

T.C. Electronic Sustain + Parametric Equalizer.  A true classic from Denmark's T.C. Electronics and like all the old TC's, it's sound is awesome and it's built for decades of constant use.  Delivers studio quality compression in a pedal; crank it to the extreme and it’ll give your sound that percussive “thud” brilliant for funk or country, and with its parametric EQ you’re in full control of which frequencies to target. If you have your pedalboard set up with all your favorite effects and it's still missing "something", this could be the answer.  It really enhances your tone - from subtle compression to extreme sustaining effects - this sustainer will prolong life of even your weakest tone otherwise destined for premature death and since Sustainers inherently add some noise, there's also a very effective adjustable noise suppressor as well as a simple but effective Distortion switch which provides a subtle but distinct fattening of your sound.  They have reissued a different version of this pedal in their "Classic' series but this early model appears to be more solidly built than the recent models.  It also has a different layout than the new style pedal plus "Distortion" on/off and a bandwidth selector switch.  One thing about TCE pedals, they were used, and used generally by professionals.  Unlike other 80's pedals that are mint in the box, I've never had a vintage TCE pedal in that condition.  Click here for an in-depth review.  This is a true classic model that's been used in countless stage and studio rigs for 25 years. Works perfectly and a true classic for $175.  

Blues Pearl Blue Screamer, (pic2).  Blue Screamer is not a distortion pedal, it's an overdrive pedal. The Blue Screamer has an asymmetrical notched clipping design with a bit more kick and versatility then other guitar effects pedals in its class. The idea is to provide some kick to make your amplifier scream for you with even order harmonics when you need it. There is enough clean gain and level to use this guitar pedal as just a boost or full overdrive pedal. This is a recent model with a 9V jack and LED indicator, plus quality components, sturdy construction, and true bypass.  Here's a brief YouTube demo (link).  I don't know if anyone is stocking these any longer, or perhaps Blues Pearl is only selling direct nowdays but they're available from Blues Pearl for $229 (info/pricing) but this nice used one is just $99.  

USB to 2 X MIDI Cable.  USB to MIDI adapter cable, with USB to 2 DIN-5 MIDI-IN and MIDI-OUT Connectors.  Use to connect a keyboard, controller or other MIDI device to desktop or notebook computer.  $15. 

Ibanez Edge Tremolo.  Original 80's model, thought by many to be the best tremolo Ibanez has ever made.  Stamped "Ibanez Edge Japan", with the "HS" stamp on the reverse, which generally means it was used by H&S, which were guitars that were assembled in USA (Bensalem PA) of Japan parts.  $99 includes trem springs.  

Belcat BC850 Chromatic Tuner.  This is the best tuner I've found in this price range.  Many budget tuners dance around and take a second to zero in on the note.  This one gets a solid read instantly.  The advantage of a chromatic tuner is that it automatically displays the note you're playing and lets you know if you're sharp or flat.  This is a quantum improvement over non-chromatic tuners which require you to select "E", for instance, and it doesn't respond until you get within a 1/2 step of an E.  If your string is tuned to a "D", you really don't know if you have to go up or down, since it won't meter until you get within range of an E.  For specs, check Belcat's site here.  I'm not selling these separately, but if you buy another item, you can add one for $7.50.  

Pickguards:  All of these are excellent/mint, most with plastic film still on the guard:

Box of Guitar Stands.  Fret Rest by Proline model HT-1010.  Breaks down into 3 small pieces and sets up in 15 seconds.  Sells new everywhere (link) for $19.99, but get this box of 6 new ones for the price of 3.  $57.97 takes all 6.  

Epiphone Valve Junior Head.  This is the one that started the budget all-tube amp shootout.   After Epi's success, came the Fender Champion 600, Vox AC4, and others, generally 5-watters with single EL84 power.  At 5 watts single-ended Class A you can get a full power tube distortion at very reasonable home levels but you'll likely be surprised at how loud 5 *tube* watts can be.  Controls are as follows:  Volume.  That's it...volume.  Tubes are a 12AX7 preamp and an EL84 power.  It has a nice clean sound at low volume but gets a good saturated tone starting around 4 and attaining increased breakup at virtually every number above 5, and it's also engineered to work very well with your guitar's volume control.  Back it off for clean, turn it up and send the amp into overdrive.   There are a number of mods available for this amp, including a very popular one by Mercury Magnets which guarantee boutique tone at around 1/2 the cost of a boutique amp.  There's even a site devoted to this cool lil' amp, http://www.valvejunior.com/.  While these mods are nice, they can be expensive and the good deal goes out the window.  It actually sounds good in stock condition.  Beautiful condition, works perfectly, and just $115(Tent. Hold - Jeff 2/13).   

60's Dearmond Weeper Wah, (pic2).  Sounds great.  Does a nice 60's whocka-whocka-whocka.  All original and decent vintage condition.  $99.  

Holmes H-X3 Super Flanger, (pic2), (pic3).  A surprisingly excellent sounding Flanger.  Japan made with stereo outputs and noiseless FET switching.  LED flashes in time with the sweep to make it easy to synch with the beat.  Missing battery cover, but electrical tape works fine or not even needed if mounted on a pedalboard.  Dollar for dollar, one of the best flangers I've heard, $50.  

Jam Pedals Chill Tremolo, (close-up), (circuit).  Jam builds hand-made pedals in small number from their factory in Greece.  The Chill is their classic vintage, sine-wave, analog tremolo, made with carbon comp resistors.  It can also be used as a clean boost. Simply set the Depth control to zero, and adjust the Level to your preference.  Runs on 9V battery or Boss type adapter, and has a cool looking sunset orange LED when engaged.  For full specs and samples, click here for Jam's site, with a Tonequest report here.  YouTube demo here.  Sells new for $220 but this one's mint in the box for $155(On Hold).  

1960's Favilla F-6 Orchestra Model, (front), (back), (headstock), (side), (label).  Many of you have probably never heard of Favilla guitars, but they have a proud history of stringed instrument building in the USA going back to 1890 at various locations in NYC (Long Island late in production), peaking at around 3,500 instruments a year in the mid-60's but due to the proliferation of the electric guitar market, the company closed its factory  in 1973, although they built a few custom orders until 1986 from their retail store.  Toward the end of production another line, "Aquila", were imported from Japan.  In all my years in business, I've only had one Japan model, and this is my first NYC model.  Considering the 1000's of these made over the years, it's a mystery why so few are in circulation.  You can read the Favilla story here.  This F-6 is comparable to a Martin 000/OM size, measuring 14 5/8" across the lower bout (3/8 less than a 000), identical 11 1/4" at the upper bout, and 9 3/4" across the waist.  It features a sold red cedar top, with mahogany back, sides, and neck, with a Brazilian rosewood fretboard.  Other features include Fire Stripe pickguard, pearl dot inlays (5th, 7th, 9th, 12th, 15th frets with double dots at the 7th and 12th), scalloped bracing, 1 11/16" nut width, rounded neck with medium thickness, and thin semi-gloss finish.  Cosmetically there are some rubs and dings, as well as finish checking (as shown here), but no cracks or repairs.  This is by no means a fancy guitar but the tone is excellent, with excellent projection and a very "open" sound.  It is well balanced, with perhaps a slight peak in the mid-range, but not at all boxy sounding.  It plays very well, with comfortable action, and that's on the original neck set.  You can get cheap USA Kay, Silvertone, Harmony, etc. but this guitar is clearly in another league.  It's the best value on a quality vintage USA flattop you can imagine at $499(HOLD-Mark S).  I got it without a case but I can offer this great, Martin's best, Geib case (as shown here), for $135 if desired.  Try it...you'll like it!  

Boss DS-2 Turbo Distortion.  The choice of John Frusciante, Billie Joe Armstrong, and Kurt Cobain, among others.  Unlike most Boss OD/Dist pedals, the DS-2 gives you two modes of distortion.  In mode I the DS-2 sounds a bit like the DS-1 or the OS-2, with a circuit designed to remove any shrill frequencies.  In Mode II you get a tone more like the HM-2 or MT-2 with the ability to really overload the signal for some cool grunge tone.  Great shape, in the box, for $49.  

Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail Reverb, (pic2).  Not as versatile than the RV-3 but definitely one of the best an most natural-sounding digital reverbs made, on any of three built-in algorithms.  Perfect emulation of classic spring reverb so natural that even Surf God Dick Dale couldn't tell the difference.  Hall reverb is so lush and spacious that you'll feel like you're playing in the Fillmore.  Flerb adds a bit of flanger (to the reverb tone only) and it can add new a totally new dimension and change your playing style.  Lots of cool tones in a small pedal and even if your amp has reverb, you'll probably never use it again.  Hearing is believing - click here for a good YouTube demo.  Sell new for $118; this used one works perfectly and just $65.   Includes original power supply.

Electroharmonix USA Big Muff Pi Distortion/Sustainer, (pic2).  Recreation of the classic 70's model, still made in the USA, and a dead-on copy of the original.  The Muff delivers some of the finest harmonic distortion/sustain you'll ever hear, and is one of the few pedals from the 70's that still holds its own today.  Sustain knob optimizes the long sustain with just the right amount of harmonic distortion while the Tone control provides a range of sounds, from warm bass to crisp treble.  These go for $79 new but by this one's in really clean shape in box with manual for $49.  

Walco Sustainer, (circuit), (schematic).  One of those wild and wacky 70's effects from one of the lesser known companies.  Around 5 years ago a bunch of Walco effects, all new-old-stock from 1973 and this is one of those.  Although missing original shrink wrap packing, it is in dead mint condition and works perfect.  Very simple to use - just an on/off switch.  It provides a lot of compression at a fixed rate and sounds almost like a Swell pedal with soft output upon attack, that quickly blooms and holds the note or chord for a long time.  Like most compressors, it does induce a fair amount of noise which is most noticeable on higher gain settings.  This can tamed somewhat with a replacement FET's; the MPF102 is readily available a Radio Shack and supposedly works well.  This is definitely one for the collection and at $59, a very small investment.  

Boss DD-6 Digital Delay, (pic2).  Not just another update in the DD-series, the DD-6 is the first BOSS delay pedal to offer true stereo delay and panning effects. Features include built-in tap tempo capability and a delay/hold time of over 5 seconds (5,200ms).  A new Reverse mode makes it easy to get trippy ‘60s and ‘70s-style effects, while a newly designed Warp mode creates radical delay effects on the fly.  Click here for a brief demo.  Not mint but good shape for a used pedal and includes box and manual.  Sold new for $159 but this used one works perfectly and is just $99.  Read full specs here.  

Boss DD-6 Digital Delay.  As above with one replaced knob, no box or manual but it's downloadable here.  1/2 price of a new one at just $79.  

Boss DC-3 Digital Space-D, (sides/back).  Extremely rare pedal, at least here in the USA.  Made only from '88 to '93, the DC-3 was made in Japan, for the Japan market only, other than a brief period in 1988 when it was offer to markets outside of Japan.  This pedal replaced the DC-2 Digital Dimension (you know, the one with 4 push buttons presets instead of knobs) and, in fact, the '88  version was called the DC-3 Digital Dimension before the name was changed to Digital Space-D (first version shown on left in this pic).  The two DC-3 versions had identical circuits, only the name was changed.  Controls are straight ahead:  Effects Level, EQ, Rate and Depth.  The chorus produced is a bit different from other chorus units in that most chorus effects adds vibrato as the depth of the effect is increased.  The DC-3 adds significantly less vibrato than the others with the resulting sound described as dimensional and spacial - especially when using the stereo outputs - and natural sounding.  There are more range of sounds than you'll find on most chorus pedals from this era and, overall, and excellent sounding unit and being a Boss pedal, will likely be in use for decades to come.  There are very few of these on the market, understandable since every one was introduced into the country by a consumer.  Considering its rarity, tone quality, and very nice condition for its age, a nice pedal for $165.  

Voodoo Labs Proctavia.  Mint condition.  Classic fuzz/octave tones, true bypass switching, made in the USA.  The Proctavia is an exact replica of Tycobrahe Sound Company's Octavia pedal with the same types of transistors, germanium diodes, and transformer-coupled output stage in its circuitry, creating a note an octave higher than the original.  The sound of the Octavia effect is easily identified by the "Purple Haze" tone and can also be heard on numerous tracks by Jeff Beck, John Mayer, and Michael Landau.  Sells new for $129 - could be your perfect germanium tone for just $79.  

Crate V8 Palomino Combo - Blonde, (top), (panel), (back), (manual).  Going back to the "student" amps of the 50's, most notably Fender's tweed Champ, players have long recognized the potential of a low wattage combo with minimal EQ and a small speaker.  When you turn them up into the sweet zone, with the volume cranked into the overdrive range, nothing has a purer sound, with sweet, singing sustain.  These type amps have long been a studio secret weapon where they can be mixed to sound huge - and then double as a great sounding backstage/practice amp.  With a single EL84 and a 12AX7 in the preamp, this amp puts out a very loud 5 watts (4 ohm load), that can probably handle your stage volume on a small club gig, as long as you mic'd the house mix.  In addition to a very versatile Tone knob, the V8 features both a Gain and Volume knob, which allows you to control the amount of distortion.  It does have a fair amount of clean headroom with the gain turned down low and begins to break-up at around 1/3 output, getting more saturated at ever number past 3.  The Tone knob adds a lot of versatility and completely changes the character of the amp.  With the tone set to 5, it is the brightest with a slight mid-boost as well.  As you turn the knob toward 1, it acts like a normal tone control, primarily rolling off the highs; as you turn towards 10, it becomes a mid-scooped tone with pronounced bass and treble.  Combining these 3 simple controls, you can coax a lot of tones from this combo.  One cool feature I like is the Line Out jack on top panel which not only serves as a line out, but also an Insert jack, which you can use as an effects loop using a stereo cable (stereo to Y cord or Y adapter and 2 cables), which you can hook up to run your favorite outboard effects.  The Line Out is post-gain and post-EQ.  I must point out that this model is prone to squealing if you crank the gain way up.  Looking around the web, it appears to be inherent in the design and there are some suggested alterations.  For many players though, who will rely on the power amp volume for their distortion, it's not an issue.  You'll get your sweetest overdrive with the gain set to around 1/2, and your master turned up.  Great tone aside, this is a cute little booger with blonde tolex, accented with gold panel and hardware, and tan handle.  Very clean shape and a cool sounding combo for $159.  

Ibanez JS-100 Pickups, Model AH-1 and AH-2 from an Ibanez Joe Satriani JS-100.  Clean shape, designed for split coil option.  These are very good sounding pickups, close to DiMarzio quality, for 1/2 the cost.  $45 for the pair.  

Hipshot BT4 Fender Bass Detuner, made especially for American Standard P and J basses; 2 mounting pins just like your stock tuner so no modification is required.  Just remove your old tuner, put this one on, and tighten down the screw on the headstock, and you're up and running.  A cheaper alternative to buying a 5-string if all you need is to have a low E-flat or low D on a few songs.  Sells new for $95 from Hipshot, this one is perfect shape, although I don't have the original packing, for $59.  

Electroharmonix USA Q-Tron Envelop Filter, Reissue, super funky envelope filter/auto-wah that does the Mu-Tron tone plus a whole lot more.  Does the Bootsy Collins Parliament/Funkadelics thing to a tee.  Analog circuit and layout is easy to dial in loads of cool tones and works equally well on guitar, bass, or keys.  EH has a new "mod" looking model out now but this earlier reissue is just like the classic 70's model and sounds great.  Nice shape and a lot of fun for just $99 Includes power supply.  

Heavy Electronics Radio Havana,  For those looking for a cool Lo-Fi tone, the Radio Havana has a tone reminiscent of a small transistor radio - tinny with washed frequencies, and very responsive to pickup choices and string manipulation.  The center "disorder" knob can be used to dial in any amount of clipping decay desired, exposing a characteristic static appeal.  This discrete engineered pedal finds the odd frequencies and pushes them to the forefront (especially at higher gain).  Perfect for breakdowns and artistic expressions of decay with exciting applications for less traditional instruments and perfect for that scratchy-throated bass tone.  For full specs or manual download check out Heavy Electronics; a YouTube video is available here.  Hand-made in Minneapolis MN, it features a lifetime warranty and upgrades, Repairs and Mods Available for Life. It's voiced Openly for Guitar, Bass or any Instrument.  These are available in different colors, this one is copper.  Priced new at $149, this used one is perfect in the original box for $105.  

DOD 201 Phasor.  The simple single knob layout and tone beg comparison to the MXR Phase 90 and the 201 does compare favorably with a similar sounding sweep and sweep rate adjustable via the single knob.  The block logo Phase 90 and the 201 were both initially introduced in the 80's with similar tone, built in identical boxes with very solid construction.  Excellent sounding phase shifter for $49(Tent. Hold - Robert 6/10), in super clean condition, other than two strips of velcro on the bottom.   

MXR Classic Distortion, (pic2).  Good value on a basic distortion pedal.  A/B'd with my Boss DS-1 Distortion, the MXR sounds at least as good with an overall smoother tones but still cuts through...in the right way.  No ear-spike highs, and sufficient bass to level out the mix.  All in all, hard to beat for $35, mint in the box with manual.  

Strat Pickguard - Birdseye Maple.  Cool maple look to give your Strat that natural appearance.  $29.   

Fender DH-1 Atomic Humbucker.  Excellent sounding pickup taken from a '95 American Deluxe Strat.  4-conductor wiring for single/double coil wiring.  Frame is designed to accommodate standard 1 screw per side, 2/1 screws, or 2/2 screws.  Not many of these on the used market.  They're a reliable sale on Ebay for $90 - this one's just $69.  

PRS McCarty Treble Humbucker.  From a 2005 McCarty.  Paul used a unique manufacturing process taught to him by Ted McCarty, combined with a vintage Alnico magnet and special nickel silver cover, give the McCarty its silvery vintage tone.  Bridge with a hot 15.25K output has a few more turns on the coils than the normal neck position.  Well worn relic look to the cover but will probably clean up if desired.  $69.  

Martin Dreadnought Geib Style Case.   Super protection for your dreadnought guitar and Martin's best case.  Heavy duty archtop wooden case with black vinyl covering and green crushed velvet padded interior.  It's identical to one pictured, except has replacement leather handle.  Excellent condition.  New cost is $235; this one's $135.  

Tuners - Waverly/Grover Sta-tite by Gotoh - Gold.  Perfect for restoring a vintage guitar that used the old Sta-tite tuners.  Gold plated individual open gear guitar tuners with butterbean buttons, 15:1 ratio, 3/side headstock.  Nice shape, $49.  

Martin Sealed Back Tuners.  Good quality 3+3 tuners, $39. 

Gibson Deluxe Tuners.  Removed from a recent Les Paul Standard, clean shape, $45.  

PRS Gold Tuners.  Good quality, clean shape, from one of the higher end SE models, $35.  

DOD Stereo Chorus/Vibrato 565B, (pic2).  Features separate sweep rates ("speed") for two channels - set one up for a slow chorus, the other for a faster vibrato.  When the selector switch is set to "A", it defaults to "Speed A" and the stomp pedal is an on/off switch.  Set to A&B and the stomp pedal switches between the A and B and it sounds sort of like a Leslie going from fast to slow speed (or vice versa) - or between chorus and vibrato.  The LED keeps tempo with the sweep rate.  This is an excellent sounding, warm analog with features that might be what you're looking for.  18V means it runs on two 9V batteries,  DOD 18V power supply, or many pedal board power supplies do 18V.  Includes the often lost or broken battery cover in perfect shape.  $65 or if you don't mind a battery cover with retainer ears broken off, $15 less.  I might also have an original DOD power supply for $30 if needed.  Nice sounding chorus.  

Washburn A-SC7 Stereo Chorus.  Excellent sounding analog chorus and a cheaper alternative to a Boss CE-2.  Sounds warm and lush, with a wide range of sweep rates and plenty of depth when needed.  Click here for a bunch of great reviews on Harmony Central.  Washburn logo is missing but, otherwise, it's all there and works perfectly.  $59.  

Voodoo Labs Proctavia.  Classic fuzz/octave tones, true bypass switching, made in the USA.  The Proctavia is an exact replica of Tycobrahe Sound Company's Octavia pedal with the same types of transistors, germanium diodes, and transformer-coupled output stage in its circuitry, creating a note an octave higher than the original.  The sound of the Octavia effect is easily identified by the "Purple Haze" tone and can also be heard on numerous tracks by Jeff Beck, John Mayer, and Michael Landau.  This is an early model, pre-LED, in perfect condition, and could be the perfect germanium tone for just $85.  

Boss RV-5 Digital Reverb,  Thought by many to be the best digital reverb made, at least in stomp box form.  Sounds as 90% as good as the finest rackmount units at 1/10th the price.  Following the RV-2 and RV-3, the RV-5 is the newest and most powerful of Boss' popular RV series with six of Boss’ best reverbs in an all-new stereo effects pedal. New reverbs include convincing spring reverb emulation and a high-quality gate reverb, plus an all-new Modulate mode for spacious detuned reverb sounds.  One of the cool things about this reverb is the "Time" control, which lets you adjust the reverb decay.  You can use a thick wash of spring reverb, for instance, but unlike most amps, which turn into a big mush, you can set it to 1 second or so. There are a bunch of YouTube demo's; click here and take your pick.   New these are $149 but this one's mint and just $99.   

MXR Wylde Overdrive, Zakk's turned to MXR to create his own signature overdrive.  It will turn your clean amp into a heavy, chunky crunch machine, or use it like Zakk does and kick it in front of a dirty amp for a screaming, sustaining lead tone.  The three simple controls—Output, Tone and Gain—make it simple to use, but offer all the control you'll need.  Sells new for $99 but this one's in perfect shape for just $65.  

Tech 21 MidiMouse, (pic2).  Need a simple Midi switcher; here you go.  The Tech 21 MIDI Mouse is a compact, portable, and exceptionally user-friendly 3-button MIDI foot controller that  transmits up to 128 patches on 16 selectable MIDI channels.  It can be powered by a standard 9V adaptor, 9V battery, or phantom power via Midi cable.  New cost is $109 but this ones mint in the box for $75. 

EVH D-Tuna, original model, 10 years old, new and factory sealed, picture of Ed and his Wolfgang on the back, a must have for your Floyd if you’re doing drop-D tuning, 2 in stock at $45/each.

Tele Bridge Bonanza:  

 

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LocoBox DS-01 Distortion (Aria), (IC).  Fairly rare pedal, at least outside of Japan, LocoBox were a series of eight or so pedals produced by Aria in Japan, with identical looking pedals made under various labels such as Aria, Guyatone, PowerVoice, Studio Series, and Sound City.  It is solidly made, with metal housing, the DS-01 is a straight forward distortion pedal.  With the distortion knob pegged, it's a great buzz box, much like an MXR Distortion+, that will take the top of your head off.  Personally I like it with the tone knob all the way down which produces a thick, mellow tone, much closer to the Tube Screamers of the era.  It uses the Japanese Texas Instruments TL4558P chip, the most rare of the good sounding IC's, which is the same one used on some original TS808's Tubescreamers, early Boss OD-1 Overdrives, and an option on Analogman's TS808 mods.  Click here for a good Japan link for pedals.   Built in the early 80's, it's in great shape for nearly 30 years, works perfectly, and worth a try at just $59.  

Fernandes Molded Case.  Fits Strat/Tele styles; Fernandes Revolver, Retrorocket and Dragonfly (Pro/X).  Nice used condition.  $65.  

Tom Anderson Pickguard with Circuit Board.  Desirable and hard to find part for vintage Anderson fans.  Tortoise guard has some warping but still quite usable.  4 mini toggles on top; Anderson circuit board on back with multiple taps for near infinite number of tone combinations, plus 3 switches mounted to the board.  I'm not an Anderson expert so, please, no technical questions.  I you think you know what to do with this, here you go.  $75.  

Anderson Stacked Humbucker.  From an older boutique guitar from LA.  It came mounted, although not soldered, on pickguard above.  Hot 13.92K output.  Leads cut for bridge or middle position.  $59.

Tom Anderson H2+ Humbucker.   This is new, old stock, from a lot I bought at Mars Music 10 years ago.  The H2+ is Andersons most popular humbucker, with exceptional smoothness and more mids and bottom than the H2.  All of Tom's humbuckers have an exceptionally smooth overdrive tone and upper end clarity without a harsh fuzz quality.  By using a larger pole piece and redesigned string spacing, they have eliminated high and low string dropouts with a uniform magnetic field plus 4-conductor shielded cable to allows the maximum in wiring versatility.  $89

Tom Anderson H2+ Humbucker, (back).  Used pickup with same specs as H2+ above.  Leads are cut with plenty of room to mount in bridge position.  10.64K output in full humbucker mode.  $65 

Bass Pickups - Large MIJ.  Don't know what these are from but I'm fairly certain they're 60's Japan.  Big chrome covers with Philips adjustment screws and slits with blue pearloid plastic underneath.  Might be a cool set for your project bass or restoring your original MIJ model.  $65 for the pair.  

60's Fender Strat Pickup.  Not pretty but not $500 from a vintage parts dealer either.  Hot 6.39K output, black bottom.  Lead clipped to an inch but we can solder longer wire if desired.  $150.  

New Tubes.  I recently came across a small lot (40 or so) of tubes from the final sale of "The Only Guitar Shop", which closed back in '06.  All are brand new in the box.  Shipping cost is $5 for Priority Mail with tracking, regardless of amount ordered. 

DigiTech HardWire Series CM-2 Tube Overdrive, (pic2).  Digitech has come out with a great new series. Following the X-Series which I personally thought were excellent pedals for the money, comes the HardWire Series. These have the heavy duty construction of the X-Series, with more focus on tone and less on features. The CM-2 covers a lot of ground for an OD - a little gain in front of your clean combo, some boost into your distorted tube head, or full out tube saturated overdrive. Its Classic/Modified option switches between classic overdrive circuitry for a smooth overdriven tube sound to a fatter, hot-rodded tone with extra gain without overwhelming your guitar's natural tonal nuance. With true bypass, it won't color your signal chain when disengaged.  These contain a protective cover for your knobs, if desired, and a pre-cut piece of Velcro for mounting to your pedalboard.  Click here for some brief reviews.  Sells new for $99 but this one's mint in the box with everything for $65.  Add optional Digitech PS200R power supply for $8. 

Strat Pickguard - Loaded with Duncan Hot Rails.  Mounted to Warmoth tortoise guard with black knobs and tip.  USA pots and 5-way switch for single coil and humbucker tones.  $225 with of pickups - get the whole guard, drop in ready, for the same price.  $225 with tortoise or we'll switch to another color for $18, parts and labor.  

Pickguard Bonanza.  We have around 100 new and used guards in stock.  Here are a few interesting ones:

Voodoo Labs Micro Vibe.  If you're looking to nail the Jimi tone, this one is probably as authentic as there is, with the same thick, lush Leslie tone as Jimi's old Uni-Vibe (think Star Spangled Banner, Voodoo Child (Slight Return), Machine Gun, etc.).  The Micro Vibe includes the same sinewave oscillator, incandescent lamp, and photocells used on the original Uni-Vibe.  It features an all-analog circuit, true bypass, LED indicator, hand-built in the USA.  Here's a sound sample on YouTube to give you an idea of its tone.  New ones are $219 but if you can live without the original box, this one's mint and just $145.  

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Warwick Rockstand 3-Guitar Folding Stand.  Has foam protection for the base and headstock; with just one hinge, folds down flat for easy transport.  Excellent condition just $29.  

Boss SD-1 w/Mods, (mod list).  Great sounding SD-1 with a Full-Drive 2 mod (google link for Indyguitarist).  Web lore (take it for that) says that Fulltone's famed FD2 had a circuit based on the SD-1.  By changing 8 components and adding a mid switch (and a cool white light!), this thing sounds warmer, thicker, and indeed much closer to a FD2 than an SD-1.  You can do this mod yourself rather cheaply, but if you're not good at intricate solder jobs, here's one that's done right, sounds great, and a good value in a great sounding OD for $75.  It's as clean as it looks in the pics.  

Boss TR-2 Tremolo, (pic2).  I don't get many of these in and they're excellent sounding trems for around 1/2 of the boutique models.  For full details click here for Boss.  Other than one minute scratch, mint condition with box, manual, and assorted paperwork.  These are $99 new but this nice used one is just $69 (SOLD 3/15).  

Dunlop DC-Brick Power Supply, (close-up).  Excellent quality power supply and power conditioner.  FCLC (Foldback Current Limiting Circuit) provides ultimate protection against power shorts and overloads.  Even at full load, you'll enjoy the quiet and cool operation of a fully regulated power supply.  With battery powered effects rarely exceeding 30 milliamps each, the Brick's 1000 milliamps capacity is enough to do the job.  Has seven 9V outputs and three 18V and includes and assortment of 12 connector cables.  Includes Dunlop AC power adapter that can run on 100 to 240 volts, at 47 to 63 Hz.  New cost is $119.99; this one works perfectly and ships in box with manual, power supply, cables, etc., and is just $79.99. 

Line 6 POD X3 Live/XT/etc. Gigbag.  Very heavily padded - excellent protection for your X3/XT Live floor effect.  With handle, shoulder strap, and storage compartment.  Sells new for $49.95 but this one's like new and just $29.95.  

Tremol-No.  Ingenious device that installs quickly with no modification to your guitar, and functions in 3 modes:  Standard (performs as a normal tremolo); Hardtail (performs as a hardtail with the bridge fixed in place); and Drop-Only (allows only downward de-tuning with no up-pull).  The advantage in the Standard mode is your other strings don't go out of tune when doing pedal-steel licks and double stops.  In the Drop-only mode, it functions like a vintage tremolo with downward pressure only but up-pull is locked out.  The advantage in this is you can drop, for instance, your low string to a "D", and the rest of your strings will stay in tune, which is a major time saver, especially for Floyd-Rose type tremolo's.  Installation is easy, just detune your strings, remove the original tremolo "claw", and use your same wood screws to install the Tremol-No; then just run the shaft up to your tremolo block, usually in the 2nd or 4th trem block hole; tune your guitar back to pitch and you're ready to jam.  For specs click here.  This is the "Clamp type" which works on most guitars but click here to verify it's the one you need.  Unit is in perfect condition and we'll include Allen wrenches if needed at no cost.  $49  includes Priority Mail shipping.  

BBE Sonic Stomp - New Cosmetics or BBE Sonic Stomp - Previous Cosmetics.  These are identical pedals, only the look has changed.  Other than removable Velcro on the bottom, both are in mint condition with box, manual, and power supply.  The Sonic Stomp is a stompbox version of BBE's rackmount 482i Sonic Maximizer.  These are excellent units for live or studio sound, equally useful for guitar or bass, in fact you can run a whole band mix through a Sonic Maximizer and it will add more space to the mix, giving it an open, airy sound, where it might have sounded like a jumbled mix before.  When used on an individual instrument, guitar for example, it adds clarity and punch to your notes and separates it from the mix so that even subtle changes in attack and fast runs will stand out. Features including low contour and process knobs, sturdy metal housing and knobs, runs on 9V battery or supplied power supply, true bypass, and non-slip rubber bottom.   For full info including video demo's, click here for BBE; or click here for a YouTube demo.  Sells new for $99.95 but this are both perfect and just $65 for the new cosmetics, $55 for the older cosmetics.  

Bigsby B3 with fixed "Coathanger" arm, (arm).  For thinline hollowbody guitars - I "think" this is the B3, however I can't find this identical unit anywhere so that's just an educated guess.  The coathanger is $70 as an accessory from a Bigsby dealer I found online and from what I've read, is the type used by Chet Atkins.  Mint condition, don't think it was ever installed, and $120.  Includes spring and plastic washer.  

PRS McCarty Pickup Set,  Vintage Alnico magnets and Ted McCarty's own manufacturing process yields a pickup that sounds very much like the 50's PAF's you know and love.  We get requests to install these in PRS Customs and Standards, for players who want more of a vintage tone, and when paired with a push/pull tone pot, you get 6 great tones.  Also an excellent upgrade for an import SE model or any other guitar in need of quality vintage-sounding humbuckers.  New cost is $220 a pair but this set is immaculate and just $150/pair.  

Lace Sensor Jazz Bass Set.  Stock equipment on older "Plus" series and some limited edition models.  Has the vintage tone with zero magnetic string pull.  Features quick disconnect ends or clip it off for standard wiring.  If you have an upscale 80's/90's Fender, or just want better tone out of your bass, these are excellent sounding and just $100/pair.  

Electroharmonix USA Micro Synth, (power supply).  (For the guy who inquired a month ago, I finally found this unit and bought a new power supply for it.) One of the coolest funk boxes ever made to give your guitar (or bass) fat, analog synth tones.  This pedal emulates the tones of the early Moog keyboard synths with similar waveform sliders.  Has individual sliders for Trigger, Sub Octave, Guitar, Octave, Square Wave, Attack Delay, Resonance, Start Frequency, Stop Frequency, and Rate.  The layout isn't sophisticated and there's nothing digital going on here - just tweak the sliders until you get the right amount of warp, flutter, bounce, etc., and that's it.  The new ones have different cosmetics but the controls are the same as is the tone.  They also make a separate unit made specifically for bass now but this unit works very well for either instrument.  New ones are running $279 but this clean used one is just $185 including new EH power supply.  

Boss MD-2 Mega Distortion.  Highest gain of any Boss pedal for some of the heaviest tones you'll hear.  The MD-2 is a dual-stage distortion circuit with an added Gain Boost.  With the focus on the huge bottom end, this is an excellent choice for 7-string players or players who use a dropped tuning.  One of the cool features is a stacked knob set which lets you control the overall tone - plus a separate tone for bottom end.  As with any high gain device, be it an amp or pedal, it induces a fair share of noise when the gain is pegged so you might want to run a noise gate on the back end, or stand by your volume knob or kill switch before and after the song.   Here's a good demo (link) done on a 6-string guitar.  If you're strictly into modern metal or very hard rock, this is an excellent choice.  Sells new for $73 - this one is mint in the box with manual and paperwork for $49.  

Seymour Duncan Loaded Strat Pickguard, (pic2).  Pro-assembled and a killer set up for the rock musician with a JB Jr. (bridge) in the bridge, Cool Rails (bridge) in the middle, and Cool Rails (neck) in the neck, wired to USA pots and switch.  Drop in ready - just solder your output jack and ground wire.  Clean shape, with all pickups all have perfect lettering.  Pickguard is 4-ply, with a tortoise color, but with swirly lines of red, black, and white and all 11 screws align perfectly for your genuine Fender body. Pickups alone are $228 new, plus pots, switch, cap and pickguard and you're at $280 plus labor.  A smoking deal and easy upgrade for just $199.  

Rockman Guitar Ace Headphone Amp.  With its roots in the 80's Rockman the Guitar Ace offers the same convenience and versatility at around 1/3 the price.  Great for personal practicing - or equally at home routing it directly to a mixer for recording or straight into your amp.  Features built-in compression, volume control, auxiliary stereo input/output, and choice of pristine clean, semi-clean, and heavy distortion..  Sells new for $79.99 but this nice used one's just $45.  Note:  I also have the Rockman Bass Ace Headphone Amp in stock if you want both.  

Tokai TXC-1 Exciter.  Adds clarity, punch, and sparkle to your guitar, very effective at the end of the signal chain to bring back the shimmer that may have gotten sucked out along the way.  Balance regulates the direct sound and effect sound - turning it to the right increases the effect sound.  Frequency regulates the frequency of the peak of an overtone - turned to the right the high tone is emphasized.  Bright knob adds more range to the sound of the frequency - turned to the right this effect becomes stronger.  If you mess with the controls, you can radically change the character of your tone, such as making a humbucker sound like a single coil.  Tokai effects are made in Japan, well made, and fairly rare.  This one's $65.  

Korg CA-30 Chromatic Tuner.  Extremely accurate, compact, plug in or use built-in mic for acoustic guitars.  Back of the unit includes a unique arc-shaped "tilt slit" that lets you insert a plastic card for use as a handy stand.  Auto power off to preserve battery life.  Lists for $69.99; nice used one here for $29. 

Shure Mic Cable C5-3.  For your old-school high impedance Shure mics that take an XLR to 1/4" mono cable.  I don't think it's ever been used so it's very clean and comes in original box.  $25.  

Protone Springfield Fuzz.  One knob, one switch, all you need to get the classic creamy 60's fuzz tones of Clapton, Zep, and Jimi.  Excellent quality, hand-built with point-to-point construction, tough aluminum housing with enamel finish, true bypass.  Works on 9V or optional Boss style adapter.  Very clean shape but the racing stripes with lettering have been removed.  Great sounding fuzz for $65.  

BYOC Analog-Digital Delay, this is an early Pre-Built (not from kit) model, originally assembled and painted at the factory (as shown here).  This early 3-knob model is a Digital Delay with Analog Filter for repeats, built in a Hammond-sized box, offering around 600ms of delay time with true bypass.  When I sold this a year ago it was finished in the original green hammered finish but has been repainted "fireburst", with orange on the inside, feathered into a red that's similar to a Boss DM-2.   It's a very good sounding pedal and for factory built quality, nicely priced at $79.  

Line 6 Pod 2.0.  The original "Kidney Bean" model that virtually revolutionized guitar recording starting in the late 90's.  With a vast choice of amp, cabinet, mic, and effects models, most studio's can do every guitar track with just one unit.  Sure, you'll still see a wall full of vintage amps but to the guys who aren't purists about such things, the POD sounds as good and is much easier to work with than moving amps around and patching in different effects in a pedalboard.  For all the info click here for Line 6.  If you're one of the few who have never tried these out I highly recommend it.  Just $99 which includes original manual and power supply.  

DiMarzio Tone Zone S (DP-189).  Get the tone of DiMarzio's popular Tone Zone full-size humbucker from your Strat.  DiMarzio built in the tremendous mid-range and bass response of the original Tone Zone, and the same patented dual-resonance design, to produce great harmonics.  Works easily with a push-pull pot, mini-switch, or super switch with its four-conductor wiring for parallel humbucking and split-coil modes.  Recommended for Bridge position in solid body guitars and neck position when a very warm jazz guitar sound is desired.  Perfect condition - $50 includes Priority Mail shipping.  

Boss LS-2 Line Selector/Power Supply.  The LS-2 is all about connections - its two connection loops and 6 modes can be used to connect and route the input and output signal in many different ways, plus with an external power supply, it can also be used with a daisy chain to distribute power to several other pedals.  Looping modes include: A<->B: Alternate between the two effect loops; A<->Bypass: Effect loop A or bypass; B<->Bypass: Effect loop B or bypass; A->B->Bypass: Switch between loop A, loop B or bypass; A+B Mix->Bypass: Switch between both loops in series or bypass; Output Select: Input is alternately connected to Send A, Send B or Output.  The advantage to a guitarist:  As an A/B box you get individual volume controls and effortless switching. As a loop selector it offers a few various modes that can clean up your tone by eliminate noisy effects from your chain until its time to use them. These modes keep you from tap-dancing when executing multiple pedal combinations between verses, choruses, or bridges in your songs.  By throwing all these pedal combinations into various loops you can make these swift easy changes with the tap of a single pedal. Lastly, as a Splitter, it allows you to toggle between three amplifiers.  Nice shape and a very useful pedal for $55.  

Dixon Amp Stand, (folded flat).  Gets your amp off the floor and directs the sound up at you, making it easier to hear.  Folds completely flat, less than 1", and sets up in 2 seconds.  New in the box for $15.  

Baja Tech Bone Bender now stripped, used to look like this (before).  Germanium-based Sola Sound/Vox Tone Bender clone that gets those early Tone Bender tones (Beatles, Mick Ronson of Ziggy Stardust fame, Yardbirds, etc).  Built with top-notch components and has true bypass to preserve your signal.  For details, and sound sample click here.  $145 new but if you don't mind the generic look of this one, save big at just $89(HOLD-Gino 11/11).  

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Igniter II Humbucker.  Somebody called me a few months ago to purchase this, stating that it was a prototype EMG pickup and less than 100 were ever made.  I don't know anything about it other than I've had it for 10+ years and I don't know what this came out of.  I couldn't find it at the time but it has since turned up, located in a mis-labeled box.  $45.  

Gibson Melody Maker Pickup.  Good sounding single coil taken out of a Melody Maker reissue.  I have at least a pair of these, priced at $29/each.  

Dunlop Crybaby GCB95.  The classic wah, built like a tank and the basic design is unchanged since the Crybaby's of the 60's.  In addition to the usual wacka-wacka wah sounds, the coolest trick on this is find a sweet spot and leave it there during a lead or rhythm break.  I have a bunch of these in stock.  This one's in clean shape and $45.  

Akai U40 Riff-O-Matic Phrase Recorder, (close-up).  Digital phrase sampler that records up to 27 seconds, plays back at full, 2/3 or 1/2 speed without changing pitch, transposes and loops, input and output volume controls, line in, line out and headphone jacks.  With the push of a button you can change speed as well as the EQ, accentuating the lows for bass notes - the highs for guitars and drums - or just like the original sample.  You can also change the pitch in tones or semi-tones so you don't have to keep re-tuning your guitar.  Here's a demo to show how easy it is to get around (link) and a good review at LoopersDelight.com (link).   Includes manual, but you'll barely need it, and power supply.  Sold new for $149 - this one's in excellent condition for $75.  

Boss TR-2 Tremolo, I don't get many of these in, excellent sounding trem.  For full details click here for Boss.  These are $89 new but this nice used one is just $59.  

 

HEY MAN, IT'S THE FUZZ!...

Dunlop Fuzz Face Reissue, (close-up).  Built to the specifications of the Original Dallas-Arbiter Fuzz Face, ruggedly constructed to the original germanium PNP transistor design and vintage specs. This is the tone that Jimi Hendrix and countless other rockers of the 60's and 70's made famous.  Sells new for $124 but this one's mint in the box for $85.  

Strat Pickguard - Birdseye Maple finish.  11-screw for '62 Strat, American Standard, etc.  Would look really cool on a natural finish.  Clean shape, $25 including shipping. 

Fender Jazz Bass Pickguard WBW.  Fender American Standard.  Clean shape, $22 includes shipping.  

Fender '52 Tele Pickguard.  Single-ply black, 5-hole.  New.  $35 includes shipping. 

Tele pickguard - Confederate Flag.  8-hole.  Clean shape, $21 includes shipping.  

Faber TPWC Compensated Wraparound Tailpiece.  Lightweight, strong, tone-enhancing substitute for your old Junior or Special.  Includes Studs.  Very clean shape, $65.  

80's Washburn A-SC7 Stereo Chorus.  This has got to be one of the best values in an analog chorus.  Solidly built with metal casing.  To my ears it sounds almost as good as the Boss CE-2, one of my best sellers, although at 3X the price, plus this model is stereo.  It is lush and warm, with none of the tone clipping at the end of the sweep, which is what I love about the CE-2.  Works perfectly except for LED thus $35 as is - or $49 with new LED installed.   

Gibson ABR-1 Bridge. Clean shape; missing retainer wire that's not required to function properly.  Replace your rusty old ABR with multiple string slots with this clean nickel one.  $35.  

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Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail Reverb, one of the best an most natural-sounding digital reverbs ever on any of three built-in algorithms.  Perfect emulation of classic spring reverb so natural that even Surf God Dick Dale couldn't tell the difference.  Hall reverb is so lush and spacious that you'll feel like you're playing in the Fillmore.  Flerb adds a bit of flanger (to the reverb tone only) and it can add new a totally new dimension and change your playing style.  Lots of cool tones in a small pedal and even if your amp has reverb, you'll probably never use it again.  Hearing is believing - click here for a good YouTube demo.  Sell new for $118; this one's perfect other than a strip of Velcro on the bottom, and just $75.   Includes power supply.

Strat pickguard & tremolo cover, 3-ply brown MOTS, excellent condition, $25.  

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Boss GE-6 Graphic Equalizer, (back), (serial/splice).  Boss's first compact EQ pedal.  Before there was the GE-7, for a few years Boss made the GE-6, this one from 1980.  Period correct features include long dash "-" between the "GE" and "6", silver lid screw, ink-stamped serial inside the lid, and black bottom Made in Japan sticker.  Nice shape for its age and all original except for 9V clip which is a newer one that's spliced on.  These are fairly rare since most guys in 1980 didn't appreciate the value of EQ and would always opt for a distortion or flanger with their music budget.  Definite collector's value but a totally useable EQ that sounds great and will never fail.  $85.  

Gibson Humbucker Pair, 496R and 500T from a 2003 Les Paul Classic; 14.5.K bridge; 8.5K neck.  $115 for the pair.  

DiMarzio DP155 Tone Zone and DP193 Air Norton, With the F-spaced Tone Zone in the bridge and the Air Norton in the neck  you've got a killer rock setup and one of the pairs recommended by DiMarzio.  These have the screw holes enlarged slightly for mounting directly to the body and are in nice shape with full length leads.  Want to make your import Wolfgang come alive?  Try a pair of these.  $47 for the Tone Zone; Air Norton was sold .

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Suhr Humbucker Set, (pic2).  Includes DSV+ bridge and DSV neck with zebra coils.  4-conductor wiring for a variety of wiring options.  Includes adjustment screws and springs.  Suhr builds his own pickups and they go in some of the finest guitars made.  New price on these are $120/each but here's a set, mint in the box, for $160.   

Floyd Rose Speedloader Tremolo Bridge, (pic2).  Latest and greatest from Floyd and like all the best Floyds, made in Germany by Schaller.  The SpeedLoader Tremolo offers all the versatility of the original Floyd Rose Tremolo with the ease and performance of the SpeedLoader System. You can still execute the most
subtle tremolo or wildest dive-bombing effects and return to perfect tuning every time. The SpeedLoader tremolo also features the new Floyd Rose TremStopper that enables the player to block the tremolo system with a simple turn of a screw.  Read more at Floyd Rose or a video demo at YouTube.   Box is a bit shop worn but this set-up is new and never installed.  Richie Sambora, CC DeVille, and Brad Whitford are among the many pro players who are now using the Speedloader.  Sells in stores for $249 but this one's new with all the parts for $169. 

Roland GK3, (pic2).  Unlike previous models that required modification to your guitar body, the GK3 installs via a clamp, with rubber inserts to protect your finish.  The pickup mounts with 2-sided tape (included).  Most accurate performance ever to your Roland GR unit.  With this pickup and a GR unit, you'll have more power than you can imagine.  Perfect for small groups where guitar may need to double on string fills or voice pads, etc.  This unit also will work on carved top guitars with a special bracket that's not included.  For more info go to RolandUS.  Sells for $185 new but this used one works perfectly and is just $119.  

Gibson Explorer Wiring Harness, factory soldered, complete with Vol-Vol-Tone (46th week of '08) and output jack.  

Gibson Burstbucker 2, Great bridge position humbucker which Gibson describes as "the most accurate reproduction vintage-PAF-style humbuckers Gibson has ever offered—yield everything from warm, fluid vocal tones to fat, sweet growl".  It was removed from an '09 Gibson Les Paul Custom Axcess and is in perfect condition.  Sells for $109 new - or you can get this nice used one for $69. 

DiMarzio Super Distortion DP-100, hot & thick tone with tight bottom end.  Clean shape with full leads, $45.    

Greasy Groove Neckplate and Trem Cover, "Pin Up Bridesmaid" neckplate ($17.99) etched chrome with incredible detail - plus "Pin Up Girl 6" antique white ($19.99).  These are both new/mint and a cool way to dress up your Strat for a 50's vibe.  $25 takes the pair.  Check out more at Greasy Groove. 

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Ibanez ADL Analog Delay,  Excellent sounding analog with the warmth and depth of the higher priced preceding AD9 or Boss DM-2.  The "L" or "Master" series was made just after the "9" series, only for around a year before the "10" series.  Quality built with metal casing and failure on these pedals is very rare.  If you're looking for a classic analog for around 50% less than an AD or DM, this one's in nice shape and can't be beat for $135.  

Ibanez NB10 Noise Buster, (box/man.) NOS condition in original box.  VERY rare and this is only the 2nd one I've had in the past 10 years and this one is in museum condition without a single flaw, one knob to control your noise - run this last in your signal chain for a quieter signal going to your amp.  Not cheap but a perfect example of a rare 10-series, $99.

Ibanez No. 57 Wau Wau Standard, (pic2).  Made from ca. '73 to '79 and similar to the Mod. 58 I had recently, but this is straight wah pedal, without the fuzz.  Does a good wacka-wacka tone and fatter sounding than the Crybaby's which were more prolific in the 70's.  These pedals seem to run forever so you'll likely have many years of use without problems.  Nice vintage condition.  $129.  

Ibanez TS9 Tubescreamer Reissue, A true classic and one of the most authentic tube sounds ever made in a pedal.  Very clean shape, $75.  

Parker Gigbag, original 90's model that's supposedly in great demand.  Nice used condition $125. 

Parker Tremolo "Spring", 9 ga. spring for anyone who wants to change string gauge but only has the 10 ga. model, $35.  

Mica Wau Wau Wailer, (pic2).  Very rare 60's Japan effect that's sort of a Fender Blender with built-in fuzz and wah-wah effects, with a rocker pedal to control the amount effect with the pump of the foot.  Controls include separate Fuzz and Wah on/off switches, and knobs for Fuzz Depth and Balance, which blends the Wah with the Fuzz.  To quote the Guitar Player vintage pedal shootout, "This pedal's "wow wow" voice sounds pretty decent, but the Wailer easily wins the "Most Disgusting Fuzz" medal, though there were plenty of runners-up. We've yet to hear thinner, stinkier, or more irritating buzz. Well done."  This fuzz isn't for everyone but it will go places that no other fuzz can go.  Overall nice shape for a pedal of its age and considering its rarity, a cool effect for $150.  

Fender Fuzz Wah, (pic2), (pic3).  Vintage 70's, built like a tank and sounds awesome.  The idea is the same as the Mica effect above, but the distortion is a little more tame, although with the dial pegged it does get as shrill as you'll ever want to hear, passing pretty much only high frequencies.  By blending the fuzz and wah you get some very thick fuzzy tones, some fat bass tones with just a little overdrive, or some piercing tones. With the rocker pedal in the middle and the fuzz engaged, it sounds like two guitars, one with  a clean notch filter tone and the other one fuzzed out.  Very rare effect, only the second one I've had and the first in the "square off" shape, rather than the rounded corners as found on the reissues.  With the reissues running $199, here's one that's around 35 years old, 100% functional and decent shape, for less.  $175. 

Gig-FX Chopper, (pic2), (stock pic).  Early model with blue trim.   Five effects in one pedal - all of them quality tones and if you really want to blow your mind, try this baby in stereo. I hooked it up to a pair of Crate 5W tube amps and it was unbelievable. Effects include: Tremolo, with modulation rate controlled on the fly by the pedal; Rotating Speaker: stereo rotating speaker effect again, with pedal-adjustable rate; Copper - Entrancing rhythmic fully adjustable short or long pulses in stereo or mono, with pedal-adjustable frequency; Delay Emulator has all the texture of multiple echoes but without the encumbrance of a repeated note; Panning Machine - makes your solos soar across the sound stage with a STEREO auto-panner. Control panning rate with the pedal. For a basic demo, here's a YouTube demo or better yet, just click here for Gig-FX's site and some killer sound files will start automatically.   Any one of these effects would be worth $100 alone but with all 5 built into one pedal, this thing's a bargain at just $145.  

Epiphone Humbuckers, from a '96 Ltd Ed Les Paul Standard, good choice for your mid-line project guitar, chrome covers are in clean shape and just $35/pair.  

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TonePros Locking Tuneomatic Bridge AVR-II, clean shape, exact replacement for vintage Gibson ABR-1 but with many upgrades including more intonation range, and saddles that are "engineered in" solid, preventing "lift" against the retainer wire,  has extra tight construction that eliminates rattles and improves sustain.  If your ABR has that "sag" from years of use, this will not only replace it, but will sound better than a new ABR-1.  $40.  

Fender Tweed Deluxe Bass Gigbag.  Thick padding and cool tweed look for your prized bass.  $29. 

Frantone "The Sweet" Germanium Fuzz.  If you're looking for an extremely versatile germanium fuzz, and one that's actually controllable when you want it to be, The Sweet is for you.  Hand-built by Frantone in the USA with the finest components and, of course, true bypass.  Frantone describes this pedal as over the top in every way using the classic tone of germanium transistors and the longest sustaining and smoothest sounding all-transistor fuzztone you will ever own.  Frantone designed many fuzztones, including the 2000 New York City Big Muff for Electro-Harmonix, and Frantone says this is the most extreme one he's ever made.  The full bottom and crisp highs will astound you, and the endless sustain will make you cry like a baby.  Hearing is believing, so Click here for a good YouTube demo and here for Harmony-Central reviews.  Full specs are at Frantone's site here.  Sells for $345 direct from Frantone but this one's mint in the box for $239, including shipping.  I've had many germanium fuzz units, including every vintage one made.  This is by far the best of the lot.  

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Alesis MidiVerb II, (back).  One of the classic 80's reverbs loaded with some great sounding preset patches.  Highly recommended for users who don't want to mess with menus and editing.  Just select any one of 99 presets and you're good to go.  LED display lets you know what patch you're on, which was an improvement from the rotary dial or push-button units that preceded it.  Alesis revolutionized the affordable digital reverb market with the original 1/3 rack Midiverb and improved with the full-rack II version.  Wide dynamic range, quick setup and use, and 15kHz bandwidth allows sounds from delicate to thunderous with no loss of warmth or subtle harmonics. The high impedance stereo inputs handle signals from low level electric instruments to +4 professional mixing consoles.   Also, you can assign any of the 99 programs to 32 MIDI Patch locations for integrating MidiVerb II into your awn MIDI system.  Also features stereo inputs, stereo outputs, and bypass switch input.  Manual is downloadable here.  On the club and bar circuits, I still see a lot of these in the PA rack, 20+ years after it was introduced.  A nice unit for Pro-sound or guitar rack system for just $69.  

B.C. Rich Warlock Guitar Case, top quality Canadian TKL case with plush lining, tolex covering with leather ends and white stitching.  Extremely clean shape, $79.  

Fishman Rare Earth Humbucking Active Soundhole Pickup, (close-up), (stock pic).  The ultimate in ease of installation, just slide the pickup into the soundhole and screw down on each side.  Cork shims keep it firmly in place without damaging your top.  Miniature batteries mount to the bottom of the pickup (battery life 300 hours).  Included cable can be run to the endpin jack (included), or simply hang out of the sound hole for temporary installation.  No modification to your guitar is required.  New these are $139 but this nice one's just $95 in the box.  

Gibson Deluxe Vintage Tuners with Kidney Bean or Gibson Deluxe Vintage Tuners with Keystones.  Nickel cased - hand-relic'd by a friend who doesn't like any shiny hardware but they've seen little to no use and work perfectly.   If you're looking for a set or a well-used guitar, you need  these - not a shiny new set.  Pre-aged for just $49 per set.  Take your pick.  

Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail Reverb, one of the best an most natural-sounding digital reverbs ever on any of three built-in algorithms.  Perfect emulation of classic spring reverb so natural that even Surf God Dick Dale couldn't tell the difference.  Hall reverb is so lush and spacious that you'll feel like you're playing in the Fillmore.  Flerb adds a flanger (to the reverb tone only) and it can add new a totally new dimension and change your playing style.  Lots of cool tones in a small pedal and even if your amp has reverb, you'll probably never use it again.  Hearing is believing - click here for a good YouTube demo.  Sold new for $115; this one's perfect and just $75.  Sorry, no manual but with one switch and one knob, you don't need one.  

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Seymour Duncan Phat Cat PH90-1N, Originally designed for Hamer guitars and now available as a replacement pickup to the public.  Cool thing about these is that it's actually a P90 that drops right in to your humbucker route.  P90's are fat like humbuckers, but being single coils they have the expressiveness and articulation of a single coil.  The Phat Cat uses two Alnico 2 magnets for more sustain and softer attack, while the metal covers provides more shielding and noise reduction than standard soapbar covers. This gold one has never been installed and new in the box.  Store priced at $99, available here for $69.  

Seymour Duncan Duckbucker Strat Bridge, Vintage output single-coil-sized humbucker. Excellent for country, pop, surf, rockabilly, blues, ska and classic rock.  Based on the Vintage Rails, the Duckbucker uses six fully adjustable pole pieces together with a unique, split blade design.  $49.

Seymour Duncan Twang Banger, True single-coil pickup that makes a Strat sound like a Tele. Recommended for country, pop, rockabilly, blues, jam, classic rock and heavy rock.  Get the twangy, muscular punch of a gutsy Tele in your Strat with the secret ingredients being the copper-coated steel bottom plate with aggressive coil windings, Alnico 2 magnets wrapped in plain enamel wire for a high-output Tele tone.  $49. 

Seymour Duncan Vintage Rails Strat, Vintage output single-coil-sized "rails" humbucker with the sound of a vintage Strat®. Perfect for country, pop, surf, rockabilly, blues, ska and classic rock.  Uses a unique split rail, twin coil design and special (parallel) wiring to achieve true, vintage, single-coil tone without hum. Clean, clear and bright, with all of the "quack" you love in the notch positions. Tonally similar to Duckbuckers, the rails design eliminates any potential dropout in string bending. $49. 

Seymour Duncan Dimebucker, The Dimebucker uses a powerful ceramic magnet coupled with stainless steel blades. It's secret to the hard-hitting crunch is the small amount of metal mass in the core of the pickup which allows the SH-13 to have both high DC resistance and a high resonant peak, resulting in a high-output, aggressive humbucker with lots of treble bite and clarity, as well as punchy bass response and exceptional dynamics. The Dimebucker is perfect for heavy rock and metal; and it rocks equally hard with tube and solid-state amps.  Used but very clean, and the perfect bridge humbucker for many of you - for just $65.  

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1980's Fender Squier 15 - This amp came in as a total beater with the cabinet painted with silver graffiti, replaced grill cloth and no logo as shown in this ("before" pic) but it's received a total "face lift" and we switched all the components over to a very clean Frontman 15 cabinet.  We sold a ton of these at Hotlicks back in the 80's and at $79 in 1986 money they weren't cheap, but they were a great little practice amp.  With 3 gain stages and 3-band EQ, these are capable of loads of gain or it actually has a lot of headroom for a nice glistening Fender clean tone if desired.  Features headphone out for private practice.  I only paid $30 for the original beater amp but with another $35 for a non-working Frontman, and over an hour of bench time, I'm into it for almost $100 but at least it looks great now and I feel better selling it.  Nice sounding little Fender and  definitely a superior amp to the later model Frontman.  Priced at $65.  If you want the original amp from the Frontman, I'll throw them in for $10 and it might make a nice project.  

Boss DS-1 Distortion, Boss's longest running distortion pedal, in production since 1978 and still a huge sellers 31 years later.  It's noted for a distortion sound with a hard edge and a much lower noise level compared to other distortion pedals.  Immaculate condition and just $32.  

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Ibanez DE7 Delay/Echo, (detail).  Excellent sounding delay unit and well-built for the road with a metal housing, and pop-up knobs that recess into the body to prevent damage during use on dark stages.  With delay time up to 2600ms, it's over 3 times the delay time of the Boss DD-3 and sounds as good to me.  Has mode switch to select "echo" or "delay" and stereo outputs (dry and effected).  Perfect shape in the box and a nice unit for $59.  

 

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Seymour Duncan Dimebucker, The Dimebucker uses a powerful ceramic magnet coupled with stainless steel blades. It's secret to the hard-hitting crunch is the small amount of metal mass in the core of the pickup which allows the SH-13 to have both high DC resistance and a high resonant peak, resulting in a high-output, aggressive humbucker with lots of treble bite and clarity, as well as punchy bass response and exceptional dynamics. The Dimebucker is perfect for heavy rock and metal; and it rocks equally hard with tube and solid-state amps.  Used but very clean, and the perfect bridge humbucker for many of you - for just $65.  

Dean Thinline Gigbag, top quality bag, from the same makers as Taylor.  Fits a thinline archtop, or a solid body electric if you don't mind it being slightly oversized.  It does fit an ES-335/Dot style, but the length is tight and it works best to insert the headstock first and then slide the body in.  Very thick, around 40mm, with handle straps, backpack straps, and velcro latch storage compartment.  $35. 

Digitech CF-7 Chorus Factory, Features 7 famed chorus models including the Voodoo Lab Analog Chorus, TC Electronic Stereo Chorus/Flanger, Fulltone Choralflange, Boss CH-1 Super Chorus, EH® Small Clone, DigiTech Multi Chorus, and Boss CE-5 Chorus Ensemble. Hmm, no CE-2? Why didn't they make it the CF-8 and include my favorite? Seriously, there's enough here to chose from and you're bound to find the chorus that nails your tone. Like all of the X-Series, the CF-7 offers more features than comparable models. It features the standard Speed, Depth, and Level knobs but each of these are stacked pots which gives the CF-7 three extra controls for each chorus effect. Dual outputs for mono or stereo operation. Lastly, the CF-7 also features Digitech's "Flexible Output Mode" which allows you to plug it directly into amplifiers or into a mixer utilizing built in cabinet modeling.  For a quick audio demo, click here for flash demo, then click any of the 7 play buttons on the right side of the pedal.  Mint in the box with everything.  $69.  

Marshall JH-1 Jackhammer Distortion, (pic2).  Great choice for the player who wants a Marshall tone out of any amp.  First knob is Crunch/Lead mode, followed by volume/gain stacked pot, then bass/treb stacked pot and finally Frequency which is a semi-parametric to allow you to dial in the mid frequency and the amount of boost or cut for that frequency - great for the scooped mids tone plus you can select the frequency you want to scoop.  Solid metal housing - built like a tank.  Click here for a pretty good YouTube demo.   Perfect shape in the box with manual.  $59.  

Xotic RC Booster, from Xotic Effects USA, one of the best boosters on the market, touted for its having NO character at all.  Their ads in Vintage Guitar magazine has quotes from some of the foremost players who use this unit including Brad Paisley, Scott Henderson, Johnny A, and Greg Howe, with many of these guys leaving video comments (click here) for the RC Booster.  Its bass and treble controls make it more versatile than most boosters but it's claim to fame is a lot fatter tone without getting gained out.  Sorry box fans, no box, but otherwise mint condition.   

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Hermida Audio Zendrive Overdrive.  "From Clean to Overdrive".  One of those legendary stompboxes among boutique gearheads, probably as much from the wait time to get a new one as the quality of the pedal itself.  Not to detract from the Zendrive, it's a fantastic pedal, but when you see them selling at auction for more than a new one there's obviously something going on.   Click here for Hermedia's site info, as well as a bunch of sound clips.  Best stated in one of the reviews from The Gear Page, this pedal does it all - from Steely Dan to Jeff Beck to Brad Paisley.  Although the patient customer can wait to have one built for $199, I've seen these on Ebay for $250-$300.  This one's mint and $175(Tent Hold - Joseph S 1/20). 

Morley Classic Wah, new; factory sealed.  Classic Morley wah tone in a rugged, electro-optical effect pedal with roadworthy metal housing. Features LED indicator, easy-access battery compartment and perhaps best of all, Electro-optical control so no pot to get scratchy or wear out.  Lists for $139 but this one's just $55. 

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Zoom 505 II, all in one guitar processor, good for headphone practice or for stage use, 33 guitar effects with up to 9 at once, easy to store patches (36 patch locations), surprisingly good sounding unit with impressive pitch-shifting for 12-string type tones, excellent acoustic simulator, and even some good synth-type pads.  Worth the price for a single effect such as the acoustic simulator.  This unit is easy to get around on - I've never needed to refer to the manual, and is a lot of bang for the buck at just $45. 

Fender Noiseless Jazz Set, that vintage Jazz tone without the hum.  Some of the best pickups made for producing that distinctive J-bass tone without the 60-cycle noise of vintage style Jazz.  New cost is $149 ($189 list) but this very clean pair is just $99.  

 

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BOSS PEDAL BONANZA!!!

Boss DS-1 Distortion, Boss’ longest-running distortion, black label Japan model, $75

Boss HM-2 Heavy Metal, Boss’ first and most popular Metal dist of all time, turn up “L” up and the “H” down and you have one of the best scouped-mid tones ever.  A cheap way to add metal to your pedal board, MIJ, $39(Tent. Hold - Grant R CA)

Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive, smooth, fat, round distortion, much like an overdriven tube amp.  Beautiful shape with box and paperwork, $39.  

Boss XT-2 Xtortion, perhaps the best pedal ever for grunge tones—plus doubles well for metal, Punch control for mid-range is pretty dramatic, discontinued in ’98 after a 2-year run.  Like a lot of Boss, became quite popular after they quit making it.  This one's in beautiful shape with box and manual.  $75. 

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Complete Dano Pedalboard with 5 Effects.  What guitarist doesn't like some new tones to play with!  Here's five very cool effects, complete with power supply and case, so you'll never have to mess with hooking them up every time you want to jam.  These Dano mini effects are excellent sounding units and provide more bang for the buck than any other brand.   Description:  Travel Case/Pedalboard loaded with FIVE Dano effects, new in the box and includes hard case, power supply, daisy chain to power pedals, connecting cords and 5 effects: Slap Echo (BLT), Tremolo (Tuna Melt), Chorus (Milkshake), Overdrive (Pastrami), and Chromatic Tuner.  Any of you last minute Santa's looking for a cool gift - you can even individually wrap the pedals for stocking stuffers!  List price was $254 but save on the package deal - just $139.99 for the complete package - and free shipping within 48 states.  With the case/power supply, this works out to just $23.33 per piece.  Now that's a deal.  

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Digitech Double-Play PDS2700.  "As is".  Beat shape, missing battery cover (tape works fine), Delay side isn't working so chorus only.  $29.  

Warwick 4-Guitar (Acoustic) RockStand.  Note: The 6-guitar stands are sold but the 4-Guitar Acoustic Stand is off-hold.  Looks identical to the 6-guitars but has more spacing between the supports to accommodate acoustic guitar depth.  Used only once at a guitar show.  Sells for around $65 but this one's just $35.  Note:  Due to size, will probably ship at around $25. 

K&M Shortie Boom Stand (pic shows extended height), quality German made stand and boom.  Perfect for mic'ing guitar cabs or kick drums.  $25.  

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Zoom Driver 5000, (pic2).  Arguably the most highly regarded pedal, ever, from Zoom.  Excellent distortion pedal with 6 modes which, with the EQ knobs and gain, let you dial in almost any tone you can imagine.  Click here for a comparison with the more recent Zoom Tri-Metal (the 5000 wins).  Lots of great reviews here on Harmony-Central, where it scored an incredible 9.5 overall with 49 separate reviews, which is truly remarkable.  Collector's grade = extremely clean, and one of the best OD's ever made for $139(HOLD-Joe C 11/23).  

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Rapco AB100 A/B Box, with more players using multiple amps such as a clean and dirty, these are becoming very popular and this is a good unit for the price.  Features paralleled 1/4" input/output jack for auxiliary use (tuner output), LED indicators for each output, Heavy-duty foot switches, Single input can be sent to A, B, or A+B outputs.  Nice unit in perfect condition for $35.  

Boss DS-1 Distortion, $39. 

Boss DS-1 with Keeley Seeing Eye Mod, (pic2).  Used by pro players such as Steve Vai and Joe Satriani - how's that for a heavy hitters club.  Boss's original stomp box distortion is obviously a good pedal but the Keeley mod overcame some of its shortcomings.  "Ice Pick" type distortion, with piercing highs is one of the main ailments, mainly noticeable at stage levels and may sound fine to bedroom users.  The Seeing Eye mod not only increases the amount of gain available, but also makes it a smoother gain by properly tuning of the tone control circuit.  In doing this, many of the original parts were replaced with premium components such as tantalum capacitors.  To increase initial gain, Keeley uses a unique diode in the circuit, which doubles as the “Seeing Eye” you'll see as the "O" in the "Tone" control.  As signals pass into the pedal, the LED flashes and pulses with equivalent intensity as your guitar signal.  It's noteworthy to mention that this type of clipping is used to help add gain to Marshall’s Jubilee series amps and various other reissues.  This is an older mod.  I think all the recent ones had a mini-toggle switch added as well.  Not especially clean condition but works perfectly and sounds great.  Very nice sounding OD for $85.  

Boss DS-1 Distortion, Boss' original compact distortion pedal.  Stock, recent DS-1. Mint in box with manual.  $35. 

Audio Technica Pro 4L, excellent vocal mic and I used these for a few years back in the 80's in fact, this might be my old one.  I've had it for a long time but never took time to shoot a pic.  Low impedance with on/off switch.  $39 or $49 with new 20' cable.  (Tent. Hold - Rick S 9/30)

Brass acoustic bridge pins, probably from the 80s when "mass equals tone" prevailed.  $20/set.  

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Miniature Fenders by DarkHorse/SD.  Only the black Strats remain - sold out of white Precision Bass and Blonde Tele.  Produced by SD Toys with exclusive U.S. distribution by Dark Horse Comics, these highly detailed Fender are a must have collectible!  Each 1/6 scale, hardened plastic model is 7.5" tall and includes all the features found on the real guitar.  Just check out the detail (shown here) - the crispness on the logo on the headstock, picks, and strap.  The strings even tune via access on the back.  Includes stand, strap, pics, strap, and wireless transmitter, and would looks great on a work desk, mantle, etc. Click here for pic of guitar on stand.  I have limited quantities of each style.  Priced at $25, which includes Priority Mail shipping with tracking.  

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Trilogy Bridge TMB3 by Hipshot.  I have a used one of these on my parts page - this one is identical but is brand new and never installed.  If you're into trying alternate tunings, there is nothing better.  You can add a few detuners such as an original Hipshot and Hipshot tuner and use drop tunings on two strings, which is pretty cool.  The Trilogy, however, allows you to detune any and ALL strings.  It is a direct retrofit for USA Fenders, no modification is required, so your Strat can be returned to stock if desired.  In all, the Trilogy offers an amazing 723 possible tunings, all at the flick of the thumb, and includes sample tuning chart.   Each string has 3 positions with a straight tuning and 2 detune stops.  For more info checkout Hipshot here.  This unit installs very easily and is the most versatile alternate tuning system ever devised.  The last time I checked these were on back order and none were available but this one's here, brand new, and only $199.  Ships in original box with manual.  

Boss SD-1 Super Overdrive, emulates the sound of an overdriven tube amp, warm and thick sounding, or turn the tone and get warmth with crispness.  $39

Cort Strat Style Project, (pic2), (pic3).  Includes body and neck, with tuners, neckplate, and string tree.  This is a good neck and worth it for the price of the neck alone.  $49.  

George Dennis GD-30 Wah, based on Hendrix's wah tone and an excellent sounding unit.  Uses optics so no pots to wear out.  Excellent condition with original box and paperwork.  Missing battery cover but a piece of velcro holds the battery in place quite nicely.  Sells online for $139 ($194 list) but this one works perfectly and is 1/2 the price of new at just $69.  

DOD FX65 Stereo Chorus and FX20B Stereo Phaser, very good quality effects and built to last a long time.  Made in USA and perhaps the best value on the stomp box market.  Grab the PAIR of these for just $69(Tent. HOLD-Chris H 5/8).  Both in nice shape with elusive battery covers.  

Schaller Mini Locking Tuners, 6 in line, new & never installed, excellent upgrade for your Strat or project guitar.  $47 Paypal includes Priority Mail shipping w/tracking.  

Guyatone Wah Rocker WR2 and Micro Chorus MC3, Don't let size fool you.  These diminutive Guyatone pedals are less than 1/2 the size of a Boss but they contain as much cool tone as any stomp box around.  The WR2 is an excellent sounding envelope filter with more quack per square inch than anything ever made.  Velocity sensitive/pick activated to keep the vowel sounds in sync with your playing.  The MC3 is an analog chorus and designed such that the effect isn't more present in the mix than your guitar's original sound. It fades just like your analog guitar tone.  Meticulously engineered, this is not the kind of chorus that produces detuned wobbles or annoying harmonic overtones, it simply adds a very musical texture that thickens your tone with a very natural tone. Best price I found on the web was $75 and $90 for the WR2 and MC3, respectively.  Both of these are in beautiful shape and just $45 for the WR2 (sold) - MC3 available at $60.  

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Vox V847 Wah Reissue, exact specification of the original pedal used by the most influential guitarists of the late 60's and 70's.  Features the same chrome top and familiar growl that you love.  Nice shape and just $65.  

Marshall 2-button footswitch, metal case = built for heavy use and, ostensibly, heavy music.  $29.  

Pearl FG-01 Flanger, missing battery cover but it's a killer sounding Flanger, and, hey, it's a Pearl.  $65.  

Rapco DB-100 Passive Direct Box, your basic DI, with ground lift, original box and perfect shape, $18.

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Guitar Standard - Suspension Style, from Ultimate Support.  Excellent quality tripod stand - study enough that I would trust a $25K vintage guitar.  Perfect choice for Flying V's, Explorers, Rhoads, etc., that don't fit well in a conventional stand.  Breaks down small enough that it'll fit in most guitar cases.  Perfect condition and a quality stand for just $24.  

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Fishman TSV Power Bridge for Strat, (pic2).  Never installed and mint.  Turn your Strat into an acoustic/electric with this high-quality acoustic bridge.  Finished in bright chrome, ultrasensitive built-in saddle transducers sense the natural acoustic vibrations of a solidbody guitar, giving an authentic acoustic sound to the instrument.  A supplied stereo output jack allows independent use of the saddle pickups or a blending with the guitar's regular pickups. All installation materials and instructions are included. Lists for $319 and sells at discount for $249.  This one's perfect and just $175.  

 

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Yamaha D1500 Rackmount Delay (pic2) (click lower right to expand both pics).   The rack is back and you need a good digital delay to go in there.  Years ago, these Yamaha D1500's were one of the best.  Features 1024ms of delay, 8 user-defined presets, 5-position low pass filter, CV input for modulation, MIDI program change, XLR and 1/4" input/output with +4db and -20db output.  Back in the day this unit, along with Yamaha's SPX-90, defined the studio and stage sound of countless artists, and the D1500 actually had better specs than the SPX.  Expensive back in the day but in 2006, this clean one's just $139.  

 
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Gibson 496R/500T Humbuckers, from a Les Paul Premium Plus, removed within a few months so clean shape.  A new pair is $160 but they don't work any better than these for $119/pair.  

Seymour Duncan '59 SH-1N, zebra coils, mint in the box, for neck position, $59.

Seymour Duncan Trembucker, perfect shape, with ring, springs, screws, $59. 

DiMarzio DLX-1 "Vintage" Soapbar, original 1980's model in beautiful shape including original info sheet.  These were direct replacement for Gibson LP Deluxe mini-hums or P90 Soapbars.  Includes both wood screws and machine screws in original box.  $75.  I might have a pair available if needed.  

Barcus-Berry Contact Pickup, many of you old timers will remember these.  Designed to attach to the top of your acoustic, with a standard cable and output jack.  Pickups have come a long way since then but it's still a pretty cool idea.  $35.  


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Wilkinson/Gotoh VSVG Tremolo, vintage style for Strat with locking saddles, nickel.  These are high quality trems used on many higher end guitars and a good choice for an upgrade or project Strat.  Sells for over $100 at Stew-Mac but this one's perfect and only $SOLD.  

Digitech Screamin' Blues OD/Distortion, These new X-series effects all have some cool features, such as the cabinet simulator output on this one.  Maintly though, this pedal is an especially good choice for Blues guitarist or players looking for a pedal that responds well to playing dynamics (without spending $175 for a boutique effect).   Playing lightly gives you a mild overdrive, but dialing up the gain and digging in hard willd deliver rich harmonics and sustain.  Just use the Gain control to set the maximum distortion amount when playing your hardest.   Also features dual outputs, with the Amp output for connecting directly to a guitar amplifier while the Mixer output features Cabinet Emulation circuitry for connecting directly to a mixing board or recording device.  Good choice for home studio players.  Digitech/DOD are defintely a good value on the used market and this is a quality pedal for just $45.  

Danelectro Pastrami Overdrive, one of the mini-effects by Dano.  Sounds good but you don't want to use this as part of you live setup.  Step on it the wrong way and you have a pile of plastic instead of a guitar effect.  With gentile use, it will probably last for many months and, hey, it's just $15!  

Tech 21 Comptortion, features both Distortion and Compression to achieve excellent guitar tones.  The two effects are musically voiced to complement each other - and are independently adjustable so you can control the ratio for your personal taste. Characteristic of all Tech 21 products, the CompTortion is multifunctional, exceptionally versatile, and will induce lameness into your guitar tone. You can use either the compression or distortion separately or mix the two together.  It can also be used for just a clean boost.   This pedal isn't widely known but it's a great sounding pedal worth the money for the clean boost alone but you'll probably love the comptortion effect as well.  Perfect shape with box and manual, $59.  

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1978 Gibson Grover Tuners, from a '78 LP, slight gold wear but extremely clean for this age, $99.  

DiMarzio Tele Set with Chopper and Fast Track, mint condition and a nice upgrade to your Tele for just $79/pair

Shure PG58 Vocal Mic, good sounding alternative to an SM58 at less than 1/2 the price.  Includes case and cable, $45.

Fender "Relic" Tremolo, from a USA Vintage Series and hand-relic'd, over the course of a few months, by yours truly.  Looks pretty darned real.  $95.  

1972 Fender Neckplate, the real deal, $139.  

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Boss BF-2 Flanger, nice shape in the box with manual.  First one I've had with this yellow label.  $49.  

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Rola Celestion G12-80, a true classic and I think these are 70's - email me if you know.  Sound great and perfect to restore your JMP Marshall combo.  $139/each or $239/pair (Tent. Hold - Jay 4/10).  

Pearl Double Bass Pedal, my drummer buddy said that this is a GOOD one.  Works perfectly.  $150.  

Kaces tolex case, new and perfect, $65.  

Warwick Rockcase Snakeskin Case, (pic2), for electric, mint cond, $65.

Musicman Gigbag, for guitar, $35.

Excel Gigbag, one of the heaviest I've had, has lockdown for neck, extremely well padded, very heavy protection, $59.  

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Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator #1, perfect shape in box with all paperwork, new list is $172, this one's just $65(Tent Hold - Dave 1/25).  

Ernie Ball Stereo Volume/Pan, very well made passive volume pedal.  Runs in mono or stereo, foot Sideswitch to put you in either Pan or Volume mode anywhere in the pedal's travel, minimum volume preset pot on side, does equal or unequal panning.  Great for doing steel guitar licks or any other volume swells - or more versatility in any stereo setup.  The current version is $149 in the stores but this earlier model works perfectly and is just $79(HOLD-Don C 8/30). 

Ibanez BC-10 Graphic Bass EQ, for you 10-series collectors, here's another one that doesn't come along often.  Like most pedals, much more rare than the guitar version.  Very clean shape and works perfectly, $65.  

Ibanez PH7 Phaser, I like these 7-series Tone Lok series.  For the money they give you good durability, good tone, and with a mode switch - more options than any other moderately priced pedal.  Knobs "pop out" for adjustment and then pop in to keep them out of the way.  $35.  

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Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator, velcro on bottom, $SOLD 9/3

Boss EH-2 Enhancer, perfect, $39(HOLD-Marco 1/24)

Tube Driver, Tube Works by B.K. Butler, one of the most highly regarded 12AX7 pedals, clean shape, with power supply, $79(HOLD-Adam 2/21)

Thomas Organ Crybaby, 1970's, nice shape as these go and works perfectly, $139

Thomas Organ Crybaby, 1970's, nice shape as these go and works perfectly, $139

Danelectro French Toast Octave Distortion, good clone of the famed Foxx tone Machine.  For the money this is the best "octave up" effect around.  Has EQ, Level & Distortion controls with an Octave switch.  Mint, $35.

Digitech Digidelay, X-series are fantastic and this delay is one of the most versatile around.  4 seconds of delay time plus many other features.  Clean shape.  $69(HOLD-Andy 6/18/8).  

DOD FX-50B Overdrive Plus, mint in box, $39

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Cradle Guitar Stands, very compact - folds down to 15"X2.5"X2.5".  For you guys who do guitar shows, this equates to being able to transport 25 stands in a box that's just around one cubic foot.  I think I have around 40 of these available, new in the box, priced at $15/each or quantity discounts to $6/each for 25 or more.  

Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail Reverb, one of the best an most natural-sounding digital reverbs ever on any of three built-in algorithms.  Perfect emulation of classic spring reverb so natural that even Surf God Dick Dale couldn't tell the difference.  Hall reverb is so lush and spacious that you'll feel like you're playing in the Fillmore.  Flerb is just totally unique and it can add new a totally new dimension and change your playing style.  Lots of cool tones in a small pedal and even if your amp has reverb, you'll probably never use it again.  Brand new condition - not a scratch - and includes manual and paperwork in the box, $85(HOLD-Ron L 1/31).

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Line 6 ToneCore Space Chorus, NOT just a Chorus - much, much more.  Part of the new ToneCore line of pedals, Space Chorus features three killer models all based on analog effects: Chorus, Tri, and Vibrato.  Tweak your sound with adjustable speed, shape, and depth while controlling the rate with Tap Tempo so you can sync your rate to the rhythm of the song.  Also features stereo ins and outs so you can run stereo for the lushest sound imaginable.  Sells everywhere for $119 but this one's in perfect condition for just $75.  Includes original manual.  

Seymour Duncan Designed Pair, includes 103N and 103B, removed from a new Jackson so both are in perfect condition.  A lot of people swear by these pickups and I think they're a definite upgrade to Epi's and many other mid-line guitars.  $49 takes the pair.  

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Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator, perhaps the best acoustic pedal ever made.  Much more versatile than a Fishman bridge - and cheaper too.  Very clean shape, $55(HOLD-Steve 11/6).

Boss GE-7 Equalizer, for the player on a budget.  Japan quality but missing bottom label and plastic tips on sliders.  Level slider broken but moves easily.  Rough looking but sounds as good as any and priced 1/2 of what clean Japan ones go for at $35.  

Morley Bad Horsie Wah, designed for Steve Vai and voiced for his playing.  Like many Morley's, spring loaded so it says in the "up" position when not used - makes it easy to rock and is more precise than a Crybaby.  Strictly players grade but works great.  $49.

Sans Amp GT-2, one of the best, most versatile pedals ever.  Can be used as a distortion pedal into your amp - or skip your amp and run directly into the recording deck or PA mixer.  For more details check out Tech 21's Site.  Nice shape and a great pedal for $99(HOLD-Phil T 2/16).  

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Digitech RP200A, Modeling Guitar Processor with Artist Presets, as new in the box, all the usual stuff plus built in drum machine, chromatic tuner, amp modeling, a great sounding acoustic guitar simulator, up to 11 effects at once.  Excellent practice tool or stage/studio effect.  For full specs and samples check Digitech's Site.  A lot of power and mint in the box with everything for just $125.  

SKB Les Paul Case, SKB-56, full length rigid neck support channel makes this case a wise upgrade from the factory original.  Looks new but instead of $99, it's just $69.  

SKB Les Paul Case,  full length rigid neck support channel makes this case a wise upgrade from the factory original.  SKB's finest case and with a list price of $189, sells at the major online stores for $114 - but this new one's just $89.  

Levy's CM7 Gigbag, identical to the Gibson Deluxe bag, very well padded, new cost $59, this one's perfect and just $39

Levy's CM18 Gigbag, a full 1" foam padding, plush lining, internal bracing, some of the best protection in a gigbag, new cost is $89, this one's perfect and just $49

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Ibanez CS9 Stereo Chorus, another great 9-series analogs, and perfect companion to the AD9 above.  Warm and lush, and these 9's are built like a tank.  Very clean shape, around an 8.5.  $95. 

S.I.T. String Bundles, brand new and factory bundled in 11, 12, or 13 ga. packs.  You get 12 strings in a bundle, i.e. a dozen 11's, for just $6.

Electro-Harmonix Holy Grail Reverb, one of the best an most natural-sounding digital reverbs ever on any of three built-in algorithms.  Perfect emulation of classic spring reverb so natural that even Surf God Dick Dale couldn't tell the difference.  Hall reverb is so lush and spacious that you'll feel like you're playing in the Fillmore.  Flerb is just totally unique and it can add new a totally new dimension and change your playing style.  Lots of cool tones in a small pedal and even if your amp has reverb, you'll probably never use it again.  Player's grade but works perfectly, $60(HOLD-Brian D 8/26). 

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Zoom GFX-707, excellent practice tool - studio processor - or stage effect.  An all-in-one guitar preamp with built-in drum machine (46 PCM rhythm patterns), expression pedal controls volume, wah, sampler and other effects, internal sampler lets you sample riffs or phrases from your guitar or external sources, analog edit knobs for easy real-time adjustment, large LED is great on dark stages, simple up/down footswitch easily accesses patches and sampling functions, 48 Zoom reverb, distortion and modulation effects with up to 95 variations and up to 9 simultaneous effects, amp tone simulation, 30 user and 30 preset storage, this is a great practice tool or live rig.  Listed when new at $249 this one’s a nice deal at $79(HOLD-Sean O 12/13).

Arion Analog Delay SAD-3, stereo, I got these as an alternative to the $150-$200 vintage Boss/Ibanez units.  They have all the advantages of analog (warm and natural) without the disadvantages (price).  Seriously, a lot of players couldn't tell the difference between these and a vintage model.  New in the box for around 1/4 the price of a vintage model at $45.  

 

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Sabine AX2000W Tuner, quality chromatic tuner that mounts directly to your acoustic instrument, easy to read 3-color LED, $84.95 list for this Teak Wood model but this one's perfect for just $39.  

Fender Strat Mirror Pickguard, by WD, includes matching backplate, nice shape except some flaking on top edge, $25 takes both pieces

Fender Jazz Bass Pickguard, blue pearl, perfect shape, $SOLD

Grover Imperial Tuners, nickel, vintage, for older higher-end archtops and acoustics, $75

Gretsch Knobs, Vintage, $25-$50/ea

Sure-Lock Strap, perfect shape, locks onto any standard strap pin without modification, $10 including first class postage or add $3 for Pri Mail w/tracking.  

Kluson Single Line Tuners, with clear buttons, from an old lap steel, $65(HOLD-MGR 8/24)

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Ibanez CP9 Compressor/Limiter, collector's condition, you'll swear it's a reissue but it's just a very well preserved 1982 model.  Like all 9-series, these are excellent sounding units and built for a lifetime of use.  $99 (HOLD - Glen M 8/2)

Ibanez CS9 Stereo Chorus, original ca. '81 model pretty nice shape for these.  Only the Boss CE-2 equal these in terms of tone and these are engineered for a lifetime of use.  $99

Ibanez DE7 Delay/Echo, one of the newer Tone Lok series with pop-up knobs that can be recessed after their tuned in.  Nice sounding pedal, well built, and excellent versatility.  Up to 2500ms delay time.  Nice shape.  $55(HOLD-Todd I 11/1)

Ibanez DMD2000 Digital Delay, rackmountable, old-school 80's model that was one of the first with stored patch, switch to any of four user/presets at the touch of a button.  Good sounding unit that's great for live sound on vocals.  $99

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Seymour Duncan Dimebag SH13 Dimebucker, excellent quality humbucker made to Dimebag's (RIP) specs.  Very clean.  $65

Seymour Duncan Little '59 Bridge PU207, great upgrade for your Tele bridge pickup, clean in original box, $49(HOLD-Glen M 7/25)

Seymour Duncan JB PU217, most popular of all Duncan bridge humbuckers and for good reason, $49

Seymour Duncan Tele w/Fender bridge, includes Vintage Tele bridge pickup, American Standard Tele bridge, graphite saddles, for around the price of a single pickup you can get the whole deal, $79.

Fender DH-1 Humubucker PU215, as found on the USA Floyd Rose Classic and American Deluxe, for bridge, $35.

DiMarzio Double Cream PU212, old-school DiMarzio, probably a Super Distortion, bracket repaired but works fine, $35

Diana Guitar/Bass Tuners, built-in mic for acoustics, or plug in electrics, includes batteries.  Excellent choice for beginner or backup at $9.99.  

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*Note:  We just got in what is possibly the last 3 Zakk Wylde's at the Price of $629 - cosmetic 2nd's but I can't find a flaw.  We can install an EMG 81/85 set and with the old pickups paying for labor, you can have a Zaak with the same setup as the $3000 Gibson model for just $799.  I only have two of the EMG 81/85 sets at this price so...act now!

Single String Special - We have a LOT of extra 1st and 2nd strings in 9, 10, 11, and 13 ga., the strings most players break.  Most are S.I.T.  Order some extras, priced at 10 strings for $5 with free shipping via first class mail or $9 for Priority Mail w/tracking.    

1972 Vintage Musicmaster/Bronco Case, also fits Mustang.  I got this from a local Mom&Pop store that's been in business for 40 years and it was in their basement since the '70's.  With this Fender logo, it's proper for a '72 through mid-70's, when the "tail" was added to the logo.  It's actually "new, old stock" and still has the factory tag on the handle.  Very near mint, 9.5 condition, and priced less than a new Fender tolex case at $100.

Boss GE-7 Guitar EQ, nice shape, $59

Boss CEB-3 Bass Chorus, nice shape, $45(HOLD-Robert M 7/5)

Digitech Bass Synth Wah, one of the superb X-series pedals and one of the best envelope filter stomp boxes I've heard.  7 Different bass wah filters, also sounds great with guitar.  Perfect shape in the box for $65.

Danelectro Psycho Flange, described as the "thickest flange ever" and it really is a unique sounding pedal with very fat tone, new list is $149 but this one's mint with box and manual for $65

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1966 Fender Neckplate, for Strat, Tele, Jazz, Precision, etc.  Good choice for an honest relic with rust and wear, $150.  

Ibanez CS9 Stereo Chorus, another 9 series with lush analog chorus, compares to Boss CE-2 but favored by many over the Boss.  Typical player's wear but about average as these go and, most importantly, works perfectly.  $95

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Ibanez Trio, includes V8 - S1 - V7, removed from brand new Ibanez RG1570 so perfect condition.  $69 takes 'em all!  

Boss SYB-3 Bass Synth, also great for guitar, one of the most wacky, funked out effects ever.  These are $159 to $179 everywhere but get flawless with original box for just $99.  

Boss ODB-3 Bass Overdrive, includes a wide variation of sharply contoured sounds ranging from a mild overdrive to a hard distortion covering the entire spectrum, including five-string basses, so there's no muddiness, even on the lowest notes.  Can also be used as a two-band EQ.  If you can live without a box, this one's in perfect shape and $30 less than one in the box, $59.  

Boss GE-7 Equalizer, best guitar EQ stomp box made.  Nice shape, nice price, $65.  These go quick.  

Boss MT-2 Metal Zone, Boss' best metal pedal ever - and the most versatile distortion with 3-band EQ with stacked pots for high/low shelving.  $99 new but this one's clean and just $55...

Ibanez PT909 Phaser, vintage model and companion to the famed TS808 Overdrive.  Warm and lush, and built for a lifetime of use. Definitely a cut above player's grade and an excellent example of this model.  $SOLD.  Interested in some earlier Ibanez Phasers?  All of these are in stock.   

Zoom 506 II Bass, the new II line with sleeker looks and space-aged plastic that's built to last.  New bass distortion effects including Rich, Tube, Band Pass Enhancer and High Pass Enhancer, New bass modulation effects including Cry, Step, Defret, Pitch and Echo and a range of bass amp modeling effects, Includes a total of 33 bass effects in seven modules, Up to nine effects can be used at the same time, Sounds can be easily stored in up to 36 patch locations, noise reduction, 28 hours of continuous operation with four size AA alkaline batteries along with AC operation, and expression pedal input.  PLUS - built-in chromatic tuner - worth the price for the tuner alone!  An excellent way to experiment with effects for your bass, without spending a fortune. With box and manual, in perfect condition, for just $39(HOLD-Stephane 12/15).  

Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator, one of the most natural acoustic simulators around to turn your electric signal into an acoustic tone, has Level, Body, Top, and switch for Standard, Jumbo, Enhance, Piezo settings for "size", and type simulations, super clean, $59(HOLD-Phil 6/5).

Boss LM-2 Limiter, Desirable black-label Made in Japan model, super clean except for a few small chips on one side, lots of control including Release and Threshold, as well as Tone, $55

Boss EH-2 Enhancer, very near mint collector's condition, $55

Boss BF-2 Flanger, highly desirable Japan model, player's grade but works perfectly and sounds fantastic, $65

Ibanez GE9 Graphic EQ, original 80's model, not mint but extremely clean as these go, $89

Ibanez SC10 Super Stereo Chorus, (pic2), 1980's vintage, replacement for the CS9 and same quality with metal casing for years of use, more affordable than the 9-series but nicer priced, very near mint with original box and manual, $75

Tech 21 Comptortion, combines two guitar effects (Distortion and Compression) into one pedal.  Best of all, it has noise reduction that's far superior to most noise-adding compressors.  Nice sounding unit in mint condition with manual, $65. 

Ibanez HSH Pickups, removed from brand new guitar so zero hours, IBZ V7 - S1 - V8 pickups from RG570EX.  These are excellent pickups and many of you will consider this an upgrade over Gibsons, etc.  $65 for the set of 3.  

Boss ME-30, rave review in the Oct '05 Vintage Guitar magazine and highly recommended for players who want a full selection of Boss pedals, in a handy little floorboard multi-effect.  A great selection of analog and vintage effects plus phase trainer, tuner, analog distortion and a full array of digital effects; expression pedal works wah, volume, whammy (+/- an octave); a versatile and good sounding unit that’s less than ˝ of what they sold for new at $115.  The review stated that it's worth the price for the whammy effect alone!  

Boss PSM-5 Power Supply, powers 5 Boss pedals and acts as master switch to engage/disengage the pedals, nice shape, $45(HOLD-Eric in NO 4/430) or add Boss power adapter for $59 total.  

Amp Jewel Lights, jazz up your Fender with a cool new light.  $4.95/ea or set of 5 for $19.99.   

Floyd Rose - Gold, BC Rich Model SFT-70A licensed by Floyd Rose, "good" kind with saddle blocks (you cut of the ball ends). perfect shape, $75.  

Floyd Rose Nut - Gold, includes nut, blocks, allen screws, $22

Fender "Big Apple" Strat Pickguard, MOP, came from a Big Apple so it WILL fit your USA Strat, clean shape, $19

Vintage Les Paul Pickup Rings, from the pair of '70 humbuckers above, clean shape, $35/pair

1973 Fender Jazz Control Plate - complete with plate, pots, capacitor, knobs and output jack, all pots dated 10th week of '73, one pot has some play but still works fine. $175.  

1975 Fender Neckplate, for your Tele, Precision, or other 4-bolt Fenders, 635,000 series, $100

1966 Fender Neckplate, for Strat, Tele, etc., 178,000 series.  If you're restoring a ca. '66 that's a real player's grade, THIS is the type of plate you want.  $150.