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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.  

Charvel/Fender EVH Frankenstein, (Front), (back), (neck), (case), (box).  You know the guitar, at least if you're a collector and/or EVH fan.  Fender Masterbuilt model with production limited to 300 world wide.  This guitar was listed 2 weeks ago in anticipation of its arrival but now it's here at the shop, ready to ship.  Unplayed, except for a brief demo by yours truly and for what it's worth, it's one of the best playing FMIC guitars I've had, with a remarkable acoustic tone, especially for a Floyd Rose model electric.  Although I've never seen the original Frankenstrat, the aging process is very realistic and I can imagine that it's a very authentic reproduction.  Ed supposedly had a hard time distinguishing his original from one of these.  For more details check out evhgear - or the 18 min. video from Fender and Ed at YouTube - or Ed's demo at the '07 NAMM show here.  NAMM show press release here.  Ships in original factory box and includes EVH Anvil flight case and factory-sealed accessory kit.  I'm not going to open it but I know it has a hand-signed certificate, letter from Ed, DVD, glossy photo, EVH picks, and perhaps some other stuff.  This models sold everywhere at $25K and most dealers have sold the one they got and the major chain stores are out.  Good things come to those who wait.  This one is brand new and the exact same guitar your buddy paid $25K for - but it's just $17K.  Will include bill of sale made out to you from the authorized dealer.   Will also include GW mag and DVD that details the history of this model.  As always, trades considered.  

1994 Lee Jackson XLS-1000 (click to enlarge pics), (top), (back).  Excellent 100 watt head in beautiful condition, manufactured by Lee Jackson in 1994.  Sweet singing clean to grunge and metal with Channel 1 producing large, warm and articulate clean sounds.  Low, Mid, and Treb EQ give you plenty of shimmering clean, or use the MTA feature , crank up the level and you'll get a nice, subtle overdrive, the bit of bluesy grit for SRV or Jimi tones.  Channel 2 covers the tonal frontier, as named by Lee.   One Preamp and one "More" knob provides loads of gain with the Preamp to achieving the initial gain structure, then crank the "More" knob to tailor and shape exactly the tone you want.  Active Tone controls allow anything from creamy midrange rich overdrive , to scooped-mids Metal.  SmartTouch keeps the over-all volume at the same place regardless of where the guitar volume is positioned, allowing the player to go from clean to overdrive, anywhere on stage.  MTA lets you get that wide open , the sky is falling tone, at low volumes and the SmartTube Allows for just about any type of power tube to be used in the XLS power section (pic here) with a fresh set of 6L6's (Sovtek) currently installed.  Also features a footswitchable Tube driven Effects-Loop and channel switching via footswitch.  This is a killer amp for the money and although almost 15 years old, it looks like it's 15 days old.  Just $699(SOLD-Scott F) for this baby.  For 11 reviews, click here for Harmony-Central where it scored a remarkable 9.9 overall rating from 11 users.  

Carl Martin Two Faze, Hand-made in Denmark and some of the finest stomp box effects on the market.  The Two Faze has two independent phase shifters built into one pedal, with LED flash indicators to sync - or slightly off sync - your effects.  You can do some cool stuff with this by combining the effects or simply preset them for different passages or songs.  Top notch components, true bypass, very quiet, and built in power supply.  These go for $259 new ($370 list) but this clean used one is just $179.   

Carl Martin Plexitone, 3-channel overdrive that does it all - crunch channel, high gain channel, and a 20dB clean boost channel for just about any tone you could ever want.  Go from light overdrive, super crunch, high-gain thrash, or bass-heavy grunge.  Features built-in power supply (no batteries!) that's regulated and gives you all the headroom you'll need.  Carl Martin's are extremely well built and widely acclaimed for good reason - they all sound great.  Even if you only need one of the channels on this pedal, it's worth the money.  Lists at $300 but this one's mint with copy of the manual for just $159(Possible Hold - Christian S IR).  

Radial Tonebone Hot British, (pic2).  One of my most popular Radial pedals on the new market - I just got in this one "as new" and a sweeter deal.  The Hot Brit is based on high-gain amplifier designs, tailored to extract ultra-rich harmonics and full-on saturated tube settings without the mud or noise that is typical with other pedals. The powerful EQ settings truly allow the player to dial in to the type of tones that create everything from chunky rhythms to sizzling lead solos.  New cost on these is $199 but this one is "as new" in the box with everything for just $149.  

Fulltone Custom Shop Full-Drive 2, in custom color Fiesta Red, numbered 205 from a limited run.  Not recommended for gigging as you're paying a lot for a color, but for the collector, a good deal on a discontinued run pedal, in perfect condition, for $239.  

Menatone Top Boost in a Can, Original 5-knob model.  Emulates the tone of a Vox AC-30, especially the top-end gain.  Controls are very much interactive, so, for instance, the bass reacts much differently with the treble at 3 o'clock than with the treble at 11 o'clock, opening the door for a lot of tonal options.  Most users will find their own sweet spot for their guitar & amp rig but don't be afraid to explore. True bypass of course.  For 19 reviews (9.4/10 overall rating) click here for Harmony-Central.  This model was $209 when new.  It's perfect in the box and no longer in production.  $175.  

HAO Rumble Mod, another great overdrive from one of the best builders on the scene.  Hand-selected components provide pure, smooth, and very thick overdrive.  The Rumble's input and output buffers provide proper impedance matching (a problem with most overdrive units), allowing its circuitry to focus purely on generating the fattest overdrive possible.  The Rumble's two modes - Clean Boost and Overdrive - allow a good variety of  tonal options.  These sell new for $232 but this one's mint in the box for just $165. 

Toadworks "Meat" Jr. Fat Boost, good way to "beef" up your guitar tone.  The fat is phat, and the clean is pristine.  In Clean mode, MEAT Jr is the perfect linear boost, putting out exactly what was put in, without the slightest change to your tone.  Click here for sound clips at Toadworks site.  Toadworks is good stuff and this new lil' Meat gets the job done like the original Meat and takes up less space on your floorboard.  Mint in the box for $75.  

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Gretsch G1627 Syncromatic Sparkle Jet with F-Hole, NEW, in very cool Blue Sparkle, similar to the Silver Jet but with F-hole to add retro looks and feather weight, Gretsch vibe and tone at a fraction of the price, in the Gretsch tradition you’ll find the pickup selector on the upper bout plus a master volume on the lower bout, excellent player with a pair of quality sounding Gretsch single coils, pro setup and ready to gig, never retailed and mint, with a list of $540 you can add this to your stage arsenal for only $279.    

Gretsch G2101 Syncromatic Junior Jet Black, Junior Jet Metallic Rose, Junior Jet Metallic Blue.  SOLD OUT.  Straight ahead axe at an affordable price.  With a styling that brings to mind a Les Paul Junior with single-cut slab body, lone single-coil pickup and volume and tone, these are very good players with quality tone.  High gloss finish, chrome hardware with smooth sealed tuners and adjustable intonated wraparound bridge, and classic Gretsch emblazoned pearloid pickguard.  These are very well made Korean models with overall quality well above comparably-priced Squiers from Indonesia and China.  With a list price of $325, I’m happy to offer these at $175 which is very reasonable for a quality starter guitar – but these will arrive with our in-house setup and, seriously, good enough for the accomplished guitarist.  (HOLD Last one (Met Rose) - Ian 5/21)

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Ibanez V7 and V8 Humbuckers, removed from an RG Prestige when new so mint condition.  Excellent sounding pickups which are an upgrade to most guitars or a good choice for any project.  4-conductor wire for humbucker/single coil combinations.  $50/pair.  

2005 Gretsch Electromagnetic Pro Jet with Bigsby G5235T, (front/back), (headstock).  another one of the excellent value Electromagnetic series and the best value in a set-neck Gretsch.  These are some of the best imports on the market, very well made and immaculately finished, and for one that has the vintage vibe of a old Gretsch Jet, it's an incredible value.   Features arched laminated maple top with mahogany body, set-in mahogany neck, dual TV Jones Designed Gretsch mini-humbuckers, Bigsby¨ Licensed B50 Vibrato Tailpiece, multi-ply bound body - bound neck - bound headstock, G Arrow knobs, neo-classic thumbnail inlays, knurled strap pins, anchored Adjusto-matic bridge, volume and tone controls, and vintage Kluson style tuners.  This guitar is insanely clean and appears to have been played for a week before going in the closet.  Sells new for $499 ($720 list).  This one is a killer player, and good enough for the part-time pro player at a beginner guitar price, , just $379(HOLD-Ted 5/14).

1999 DeArmond M-75, (front/back), (headstock), (3/4 view).  One of the great affordable Guild products before they were recently discontinued by Fender.  Released in 1999 in the USA after being well received for the previous 2 years in Asia and Europe where it won numerous awards and "shootouts" by various guitar mag's.  The M-75 is my favorite of the Guild/DeArmond solid body line, due primarily to the DeArmond USA Goldtone humbuckers, made at Fender's facility in Corona CA.  They have more of the brightness and expressiveness of a single coil, except without the hum, and give this guitar professional tone at a fraction of the cost of USA models.  The M-75 was Guild's the import version of the Bluesbird and web legend has it that the quality was so good on these guitars, Guild had a hard time justifying the price on the USA Bluesbird, at over $2K.  While I would take that with a grain of salt.  Epi Les Pauls are excellent budget to Gibsons and it the $600 Epi Les Paul Custom doesn't seem to hurt the sales of the $3300 USA models.  I've also read that they were dropped as to not compete with Fender's Squier line of which there were some similar body styles.  My personal observation is that the Korean quality is evident in excellent craftsmanship and unless I had unlimited income, I couldn't justify a Bluesbird with this as a quite viable alternative.  DeArmond harp tailpiece.. Fit and finish is top notch and the setup is fantastic.   One of my favorite modern takes on older classics and extremely affordable at $399(HOLD-Ted 5/14).  

1970's Atlas Boom Stand #1, From Atlas Sound, Bklyn NY.  You old-school rockers will remember these - they weigh a lot and last forever.  This one uses flat wing nuts to tighten the moving parts, except for the hand-twist clutch, so you should carry pliers unless you have steel fingers.  Fair cosmetics but works perfectly and will last another 35 years.  $29. 

1970's Atlas Boom Stand #2, Same era as the stand above but uses a different style weight and an integrated boom angle/length adjustment with a triangular fly-wheel, easily adjusted by hand.  Fair cosmetics but works perfectly and will last another 35 years.  $29.

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Warmoth 1984 Kramer Baretta Neck, (pic2), never used but it did have tuners installed and removed, currently drilled for Sperzels.  Customer paid $275 for this neck PLUS $75 more for pro satin finish.  After sinking all this money into it, he changed his mind and went with another neck.  His loss = your gain.  Just $175 for this really nice neck.  We can also install vintage logo for $50 parts/lab - or $65 or new tuners, Sperzels or period correct NOS Schaller.  

Marshall JCM800 Model 1982A 4X12 Cab, (back).  Fairly rare cabinet which was a high-power version of the 1960A, made expressly for the higher powered (250W) Model 2000 (guitar) or Model 2001 (bass heads).  When these rare heads were produced in 1981 at the start of the 800-series, Marshall didn't have a cab that could handle the output and thus the 1982A/B, rated at 400W, was introduced around '82 to handle the power.  Although you don't see many of these on this side of the pond, they were actually in catalogs from '82 to '87.  From what I've read, original speakers for this cabinet would have likely been G12H-100 Celestions.  This one is loaded with G12M-70 Celestions which are more noted for being stock in the 1960A/B cabinets early to mid 1980's.  This, combined with the fact that these speakers will only handle 280W, makes me fairly sure that they're not original to this cabinet.  As you can see, this cab has been roaded a bit and the covering in back has been torn.  We can recover the back if desired for around $70 parts & /labor, or less if you just want the center "slice" re-covered.  Originality aside, this is a pretty rare cab compared to the common 1960A and, especially if you're into hard rock, these G12M-70's are good sounding speakers.  All considered, a pretty nice deal at $599.  If you ever come across a 2000/2001 head, you've got a rare bird.  The new cost on these was 2X the cost of a 100W head and  because of this--plus the fact that they're simply too loud for anything other than a stadium tour--very few were produced.  

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SWR Bassic Black Combo, (top panel), (side), (back).  Huge sounding bass combo, thanks in part to its ported, deep cabinet with 15" SWR Driver with horn - sounds much bigger than its 120W rating (160 at 4 ohms) - and highly recommended for anyone looking for a big bottom tone in a 50 lb. package.  This was SWR's most popular bass combo during its run from 1992 until 1999 and won Bass Player's award for bass combo's under $1000.  Features Include: Hi and low sensitivity inputs, Gain control with LED peak clipping indicator, Balanced XLR Output , Side Chain Effects Loop, Bass Control, Midrange Control, Treble Control, Aural Enhancer Control, Master Volume Control, Tuner Send, Effects Blend Control, Stereo Headphone jack, Power amp clip LED, 1/4" Extension speaker output jack, spring-loaded handles, and Rear Ported cabinet.  For all the features/manual, click here for SWR's site.  This amp sold new for around $719 ($999 list) but this used one sound great and is a nice deal at 1/2 price - just $350.  

Line 6 Bass POD XT Pro, (pic2), (back).  Latest and greatest for bass tones, whether live or especially in the studio.  Line 6's Bass POD revolutionized sound reproduction for bass many years ago with the introduction of the original "kidney bean" model.  The Pro took it to the rack - the XT took it to USB for PC/Mac computer recording - plus loads more of everything you need.  Briefly, features include 28 amp models, 22 cab models, and more than 50 stompbox and studio effects, dedicated compressor and 6-band semi-parametric EQ. Versatile connections include 1/4" and XLR stereo outs, AES/EBU and S/PDIF digital I/O, effects loop, and analog re-amping in and out. Features biamp mode with selectable crossover and ability to mix direct signal with modeled output. Also 4 mic models, A.I.R. cab/speaker/mic emulation, MIDI, chromatic tuner, 64 channel memories, and USB digital I/O for Mac and PC recording.  Way too much to list here but if you want all the skinny, for complete specs, sound clips, forums, etc., click here for Line 6.  These sell new for $699 ($979 List) but this one is brand new with a few hours use and "as new" in the original box with manual, USB, and cable, for just $499.  

Gibson ES-335 Brown Case, immaculate condition and a better case than the current black case.  Combo lock, plush pink interior with protective shroud aka "pig blanket".  This is the case you need for your 80's/90's 335, 345, 355, etc. and with a the current black case at $189, this is a better case for less.  $149.   

1984 Ibanez RS-440 Roadstar II, (front/back), (headstock).  This Roadstar is an excellent example of 80's Japanese Ibanez.  After doing some dead knockoffs of Fender and Gibson guitars, Ibanez finally settled in and began making a name for themselves with guitars based on their own design.  While this guitar loosely resembles a Strat, there are as many differences as there are similarities.  Like Fender Japan in the 80's, this guitar is built with top-notch craftsmanship and made to last, which is why you see so many still around.  Features include Ibanez Super 7 single coils in neck and middle, with a blade V5 humbucker in the bridge, which, along with the push/push tone pot aka "Duo Sound System", produces either humbuckers or single coil tones for a total of seven tone settings.  Excellent quality hardware with Ibanez "Smooth II Tuners", and the "Pro Rok'R/Top Lok" string locking tremolo system.  Please note that the original locking mechanism, located behind the nut, has been removed with a bar string tree in its place (shown here) (two holes can be plugged and finished over upon request).  This is actually a good thing since the original locking block with separate nut wasn't terribly effective.  Excellent feeling neck with a flat radius, and a little chunkier than the thin necks Ibanez was later famous for.  Other features include matte black pickguard with black hardware, side-mounted output jack, "boomerang" strap pins, and easy string change system.  This guitar hasn't seen a lot of playing time and although not a pristine collectable, it's in nice shape and the gloss finish still has an excellent luster.  It plays wonderfully, sounds excellent, and for a guitar that is good enough for pro use, and incredible bargain at $250(SOLD-Mike F).  

Behringer Europower PMH880S 10-Channel 800-Watt Mixer/Amp, (back), click to enlarge:  (channel features), (mains/patch bay),  (box/features) . One of the most versatile - and powerful - all-in-one mixer/amps I've had and typical of Behringer, the most bang for the buck.  Designed with flexibility in mind, from powering mains or monitors, to *two* built-in effects processors, to dual graphic EQ's, to auto feedback detection, to vocal eliminator on standard CD's for karaoke applications.  The point is this:  Behringer doesn't just design gear at a great price - they load their gear with features never seen at these prices.  The PMH880S delivers 800 watts RMS at 8 ohms - or you can split 400W X 2 for stereo application or 400W mains/400W monitors.  Perhaps most remarkably, all this power is in a package that weighs in at around 20 lbs., easily transported via built in side handle.  It features 10 channels total, two of which are stereo.  Along with 8 high-quality balanced low-impedance mic preamps, there are balanced high-impedance line inputs for direct connection of line sources or high-output instruments; mono channels also include a switchable -30 dB pad. Each channel features a 3-band EQ and 3 sends which can be used for your choice of monitor or effects, plus Hi- and Low-Z inputs with clip LED indicator, Pad switch, level control, and pan.  There are many other minor features such as an integrated standby switch which mutes all mic channels, so you can play music during your breaks without having to change the fader positions and lose your mix.  For all the info on this unit, click here for Behringer's site.   I have 2 of these, both new in the box and a whole lot of mixer/amp for $299 - or guitar trades of course.   

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Korg PME40X, (pic2).  The PME (Professional Modular Effects) was a cool idea from Korg which ran from '84 to '85 and allowed the user to load the central unit (contains power supply) with any 4 effects and put them in any order, with control via individual on/off switches and a master bypass switch - with a guitar input and stereo outputs (featured here).   Some pictured in the first pics above were sold but following are in stock - PME40X pedalboard; KAD-301 Analog Delay $129; KCH-301 Analog Chorus $79;  KDC-601 Digital Chorus $65; KCO-101 Compressor $59; KGE-201 Graphic EQ $59; KDI-101 Distortion $59; KOD-101 Overdrive $49.  Special deal: If you're not already using the PME system and need the central unit - buy four effects and get a PME40X unit for free. 

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Sabian Pro Sonix 16" Crash Cymbal, nice shape overall, very slight bend on the edge but very clean and hardly used.  I've never cleaned it and it's still very shiny.  Sells at Sam Ash for $147 but this one's just $69.  Need a stand?  Add Pearl Cymbal Boom Stand, works perfectly, complete, nice shape, for $98 for cymbal and stand.  

Pearl CX300 18” Crash/Ride Cymbal, nice shape and a good beginner cymbal for just $29 - or with boom stand, $54.  

MXL 990/991 Recording Mic Package, (pic2).  Nice choice for the home studio engineer on a budget.  Takes care of two of your biggest needs, which have traditionally been an expensive proposition - a large condenser vocal mic plus a pencil type condenser for recording acoustic guitars or drum overhead.  You can also use this pair for virtually any type of acoustic recording using one for close-range recording; the other for ambient sound and mixing the two for a nice stereo field.  Both mic's have gold-sputtered 20mm diaphragms and are well suited for both digital and analog recording.  This package also includes a high-impact carrying case and mic stand adapters.  With a list price of $199, which is remarkable in itself, this is a nice deal for $79(SOLD).

1986 Kramer "American" Pacer Custom, (front/back), (headstock).   A real beauty in Flip-Flop Blue, which, depending on the viewing angle, can appear blue, purple, or burgundy (as shown in 2nd pic above).   As I've mentioned before, these were my dream guitars when I worked at Hotlicks in the 80's, but at $799, were around a month's salary so I had to resign myself to Striker or Focus lines.  On the higher end metal guitar line, Kramer Americans outsold all other brands we carried by a mile.  Having an EVH endorsement likely had a lot to do with that but the fact is they're great shredding guitars with quality Schaller hardware, including a real German-made Floyd Rose and Schaller tuners - plus Seymour Duncan pickups (JB and two Vintage Staggered).  Note: the bridge pickup is a later JB but I have a mid-80's "plain" JB that we can install if desired - just inquire.  Features individual pickup selectors plus a coil tap switch for virtually any combination of tones.  This guitar is in exceptional condition with virtually no player's wear and a collector-approved 9.9 condition.  It's like walking into a store 22 years ago and getting a new floor model - but the price is lower than it cost way back then.  Just $699(HOLD-Ed L 7/2) for this beauty.  Today's Kramer lesson:  A lot of guys are calling the Focus cases "original" for American series which they are not - this one Includes the real original case (picture), which is black tolex, leather ends, with white piping, made by TKL.  

Ibanez JS-100 Joe Satriani, (front/back), (headstock), (pic4).  Never retailed and perfect condition with plastic still on back plate and not a hint of use on body or neck.  The JS-100 is a super shredding machine with great tone and one of the most comfortable guitars to strap on and play all night.  All edges are very well contoured with a deep cutaway and an extremely thin contour in the treble cutaway.  Features a JS neck with a rounder 12" radius for easy chording in the low register with comfortable bends up top - Lo TRS trem stays in tune very well - quality tone via basswood body and a pair of Axis humbuckers (AH1 and AH2) controlled by 3-way switch and push/pull tone pot for coil splits.  Joe has remained a true guitar hero, 20 years after Surfing with the Alien, the one where the public took notice of him.  I got this guitar from one of my suppliers who deals in cosmetic seconds aka factory blems but as with most of these guitars, we cannot find a flaw on it - perfect in all regards other than a very faint "used" stamp on the back of the headstock.  If you want a nice Satch for a nice price - here you go.  These sell new in stores for $699 but this one's perfect with a killer in-house set-up for $200 less; just $499.  Note: Stock pickups sound fine but if interested, we can upgrade to DiMarzio's such as this PAF Pro and Steve's Special (pic) for $150, parts and labor.  

Ibanez Japan Soundgear SR800 Bass, (front/back), (headstock), 1991, first year for this model.  Excellent Japan-made Soundgear built with superb quality and comfort.  Features include Poplar body, IBZ B IV bridge, 24-fret fingerboard, and active electronics and good quality P/J pickups - IBZ DXP and DXJ - controled by Volume, Blend, Bass Boost/Cut, Treble Boost/Cut.  Ibanez' popular Soundgear line has been around since '87 and their nicer ones, such as this Japanese SR800, are the choice of many pro players, musicians who can afford to play any bass they choose.  With the low impdance P/J combination and excellent sounding EQ, this bass can do the fat P-bass tone, the J-bass tone that jumps out of the mix, with great power and no noise.  Overall pretty nice shape with just one finish chip (shown here) on the top edge that has been filled in and finished over.  This was a fairly high end bass, with the last list price of $900.  I consider it a a pro quality bass for the price of a beginner/intermediate at just $379. 

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Larrivee LV-03-12-E , (pic2), (front/back), (headstock), (preamp).  This is the last of the Brazilian Mahogany for Larrivee, current specs are African woods.  This is an excellent playing 12, with low action and a comfortable round-shoulder flattop, 16" lower bout and a very warm, full tone.  I've been a huge fan of Jean Larrivee for years and their entire line, from the S6 Folk through their ornate custom instruments, are among the best values made today.  I've never had a Larrivee with any issues whatsoever, which indicates their quality control is top-notch; their woods are well-seasoned and properly selected.  Features include: all Solid wood Construction with Single Piece Mahogany Neck with Rosewood fretboard, Canadian Sitka Spruce Sound Board & Bracing, African Ebony Bridge, Canadian Maple Body Binding, Brazilian Mahogany Back & Sides, Symmetrical Parabolic X-Bracing, Hand fit Dovetail Neck Joint, Rounded Larrivee Headstock, White Wood Fiber Larrivee Logo, Ping Tuners w/ 18:1 Ratio, Ivoroid Fretboard Binding, Traditional Larrivee Transparent Pickguard, Microdot Fretboard Markers, 16" Lower Bout, 25.5" Scale Length, 1 7/8" nut, 15"-21" Fretboard Radius, Nickel Silver frets, Satin Sheen Urethane Finish, and Tusq Nut & Saddle.  Excellent guitar for live performance with a quality LR Baggs Element Notch System (link here).  For all the guitar specs, click here for Larrivee's site.   Includes Larrivee case, warranty, Baggs manual, etc.  Lists at $1849 and sells new for $1579.  This one is immaculate, unplayed condition and a typically superb Larrivee, with desirable Brazilian mahogany, for $1279(HOLD-Bill P 7/3).  

Larrivee OM-03 with Pickup, (front/back), (headstock), (pickup), (label).  Another excellent 03 "Recording Series", this one in the slightly smaller OM body size.  This one has also been upgraded with a quality Fishman "Rare Earth" Humbucker soundhole pickup.   This is a very natural sounding pickup and during my test was impervious to feedback, even at high volume levels.  The OM-03 features all Solid wood Construction with Single Piece Mahogany Neck, Canadian Sitka Spruce Sound Board and Bracing, African Ebony Fretboard and Bridge, Canadian Maple Body Binding, Mahogany Back & Sides, Symmetrical Parabolic X-Bracing, Hand fit Dovetail Neck Joint, Rounded Larrivee Headstock, White Inlaid Larrivee Logo, Multi-Strip Inlaid Rosette, Ping Tuners with18:1 Ratio, Ivoroid Fretboard Binding, Exclusive Beveled Tortis pickguard, and Microdot Fretboard Markers.  Other spec's include 15.25" Lower Bout - 15.25", 25.1" Scale Length, very wide 1 3/4" nut, Compound fretboard radius of 15" to 21", Nickel Silver frets, Satin Finish neck and body, and Tusq Nut and Saddle.  The Rare Earth pickup (sells new for $139), which can be easily removed, is mounted with end-pin output jack and features "bright" switch, powered by two mini batteries mounted to the base rather than a clunky 9V.  Click here for Larrivee's site info.  The OM-03 lists at $1318 and sells new for $988; with the Fishman installed you're over $1200 if purchased new.  This one's in excellent condition, an excellent player, and just a wonderful OM for just $799(HOLD-Steve G); or cheaper if you don't need the Fishman.  Includes Larrivee case, truss rod wrench, and Fishman manual. 

Larrivee D-03 Lacewood, (front/back), (headstock),   A 12-string, an OM, and now a Dreadnought - what a day for some great Larrivee guitars.  This one is truly something unique, a special run by Larrivee and when they're gone - they're gone.  Larrivee dreadnaughts are awesome, and this is an awesome, limited edition D-03 in Australian Lacewood.  Lacewood (aka "Grevillea Robusta"), also known as Silver Oak, is a visually striking wood, very intricately figured with thin, overlapping waves of figuring, much like flamed maple in appearance. Tonally, Lacewood is quite dense with a loud sustaining tap tone which translates into superb bass/mid/treble balance with excellent volume and projection.  It isn't unlike mahogany in its warmth, but has a more powerful, but not boomy, bass and sweet overtones not found on mahogany. I read some luthiers compare the tone to Sycamore.  It is in many ways a nice compromise between a clear finger style guitar, and one used for hard strumming.  Other specs include:  all solid woods Lacewood/Silver Oak back and sides, solid Sitka spruce top, Rosewood binding, single piece mahogany neck, ebony fretboard and bridge, dove-tail neck/body joint, Tusq nut, saddle, and bridge pins, 1-11/16" nut width, 25.5" scale length, and 16" lower bout.  With a list price for the Lacewood model at $1599, it's only slightly discounted by dealers that have one, $1429.   This one is immaculate, set up to perfection, and one of the most refreshing sounding dread's I've had for just $1129. Includes Larrivee case, truss rod wrench, and manual.  Need a pickup installed?  We have several to chose from including:

L.R. Baggs M1 Soundhole Pickup, (close-up).  Completely passive system, quiet and hum-free, with adjustable pole pieces with smooth tops which finger-style players appreciate.  The Baggs M-1 is a humbucking pickup with a twist - instead of the 2nd coil which typically cancels hum but tends to muddy the tone, the M1 unlocks the second coil, allowing it to make a positive sonic contribution while maintaining the pure open sound of a single coil - but without the hum.  Sells new for $139 but this one's mint in the box for $99(SOLD-Drew), INCLUDING installation on most acoustic guitars in stock. 

Ovation Celebrity CS-257 Flame Top, (front/back), (headstock).  Nice stage guitar and especially recommended for players who want a working guitar rather than a pristine example.  Although there are no structural problems, cracks, etc., it had some flaking finish near the edge which we've repaired to keep it from spreading (shown here) as well as chip of wood missing from the tip of the headstock.  Neither of these affects the integrity of the guitar but it does make it a better value for those who aren't into cosmetics.  Includes Dunlop locking strap pins.  Just $229(HOLD-Frank W 4/20) for this one, set up and ready to gig.  

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1990 Takamine EC132C Acoustic/Electric Classical Cutaway, (front/back), (headstock), (preamp).  Excellent quality Japan-made Tak and if you're not afraid of a little Willie Nelson vibe (repaired crack), an excellent value.  The crack isn't pretty but it's totally stable and poses no future problems nor does it affect the tone.  Described as refined and elegant, the EC132C's tone comes from a hand-picked Spruce top on a Rosewood body for an excellent acoustic tone, and this older style preamp reproduces the tone very well for amplified use.  Select Mahogany is used for the neck while the cutaway body design allows total fret access all the way up the 19-fret rosewood fingerboard.  An exquisite three color mosaic wood marquetry rosette surrounds the soundhole.  This model currently sells for $949 ($1375 list) but this one is player priced at half-price; just $475.  

Furman Sound PL-Tuner, (back).  Quality Furman Power Conditioner with telescoping lights to light up your rack PLUS an excellent quality chromatic tuner with two brightness displays.  See all the specs here.  Provide safe power for your expensive rack gear, see what you're doing, and tune your axe quickly and accurately.  All this for just $99 and it's in very clean shape.  

 

SWR Super Readhead Combo, (front panel), (front/back), (back panel).  A world-class bass amp in a deep 2X10+horn combo.  The Super Redhead has SWR's acclaimed all-tube preamp and loads of headroom thanks to a circuit specially designed to maximize the signal-to-noise ratio, so that close miking and direct XLR outputs are as pristine as possible.  Other features include 350 watts - 450 watts with extension cab, Two 10" custom-designed PAS drivers, Horn tweeter with attenuator, Classic SWR tube preamp with Aural Enhancer, 3-band active EQ with variable midrange, pull turbo (ultra-low) and transparency (ultra-high) controls, studio-quality two-mode XLR out with ground lift and level pad, XLR mute, Effects loop with blend control, Fan defeat switch, Tuner send, Speaker on/off switch, Stereo headphone out, Extension speaker out, removable casters, spring-loaded handles, front slot port and even a single empty rack space for your outboard effects unit.   Not at all mint with typical wear to the carpet covering but it works perfectly and sounds incredible.  Equally at home in the studio or on stages and with 350/450 watts, plenty of power for any stage I've ever played.  List price on this model is $2357, selling nicely discounted to $1449.  This used one works perfectly and nearly 1/2 the cost of new at just $799.  

Pickups- I have 100's of pickups and every now and then I post a few of them.  Please, no trades.  I'm trying to get out of the parts business as it's too much to keep up with.  

 

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Lexicon MPX100 Dual Channel Processor, (back), (effects rotary).   Full rack Lexicon finally affordable with the MPX100.  Most importantly, you get Lexicon's killer reverb, worth the price for that alone.  But wait, there's more...  Also included are chorus, flange, pitch shift, Pitch Shifter (change the note from a few cents to 1/2 step to 5th to Octave up or down with a small turn of the dial), Leslie & Tremolo, long delay (5.7 seconds), and a bunch of multi programs that sound like stuff right out of a movie sound track.  240 presets in all, plus 16 user locations.  Very easy to get around on with simple rotary knobs, including a Variation knob where different presets are found at each click.  The MPX100 is true stereo plus you also have the option of running two independent effects - different one of out left and right channels.  Also includes S/PDIF digital output on an RCA jack, basic MIDI control which can be used to select programs, input MIDI clock for delay sync, etc.  Nice shape, works perfectly, and a lot of quality tones - for $115.  Includes original power supply and manual is downloadable here.  

EMG 85/89 Set - Complete, Used but perfect, with logo's crystal clear.  Old style leads hard-wired to the pickup.  Includes all 4 pots, one of which is push/pull for the 81, output jack, and battery clip.  $129/all (HOLD-Ken 3/27)

EMG ZW Set, As above except current model, factory sealed box.  Uses EMG's current quick connect jacks.  Includes all cables, pots, springs, etc., even a Zakk Wylde postcard and guitar pick.  Killer upgrade to your LP or other dual humbucker guitar for just $169.  

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Sabine RT-1601 Rackmount Tuner, (click to enlarge pics) (back).  A lot of players are going back to rack set ups and a quality tuner is an integral part to any rack.  The RT-1601 is very accurate with LED's for easy visibility on dark stages.  Includes power supply and priced less than most new stomp box tuners at $65(HOLD-Rick S).  

Kramer Sustainer Body.  From ca. '89 American Series, and bought during Kramer's final auction.  I've had this for years, thinking that I would assemble a Sustainer I bought as a basket case years ago.  The rest of the parts have scattered and it looks like I'll never complete the project.  It is ready for assembly, other than pickup mounting rings have never been drilled, nor the strap pins.  Any minor flaws should all buff out before we ship it and it looks to be in pretty much perfect shape.  If you're doing a Sustainer project, or if you want to upgrade a black body or something that's a little rough, here's a more rare color in beautiful shape.  $250.  Note:  finish looks splotchy in pics.  In person the finish is perfectly even.  

ca. '96 Charvel San Dimas Neck.  Want to build your own San Dimas?  Here's a neck from one of the mid 90's San Dimas, identical to the guitar above, ca. 1996 Charvel San Dimas II,, hand made at the Jackson Custom Shop.  Frets are perfect, nice birdseye maple, and just a sealer coat for a very natural feel that's like bare wood and doesn't stick to your hand when you sweat.  Drilled for original Sperzel tuners only but just about any tuner will cover the single hole should you wish to use another type.  This is just a super neck and would be a great choice for a project as long as you have the proper body to install it on.  Considering this is an original neck for a $1295 guitar, a pretty nice deal at $275.  

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Zoom RhythmTrak 123, (close-up - click to enlarge).  Excellent practice tool to work on your guitar chops and equally good as a drum machine for home studio users.  Features a line input for guitar just plug in and jam along with loads of drum and bass patterns.  All you need is a guitar cable and headphones or go direct into your practice amp. The drum sounds are very good for a unit in this price range with many to choose from.  Simply by combining the 297 presets (99 x 3 banks), you can quickly create original songs.  A user memory of your own creation holds 99 patterns as well.  80 built in drum kits are geared mostly for rock but you'll find something for any style of music.  The pads and switches of the unit incorporate LED lights which make them very easy to see on a dark stage or in other low-light situations. Also delivers 25 bass programs with a good variety of sampled bass guitars.  Groove Play feature lets you assign a number of desired patterns to the pads and play them at will.  It is, of course, midi, so it can be linked into any other compatible midi gear.  For features and tone quality - plus ease of use - this one is hard to beat for $89(HOLD-Bill R CA 1/25).  Perfect shape in box with manual plus external power supply.  I've also used it along with a DJ mixer and was able to mix in some pretty cool dance tracks on the fly.  

SansAmp Tri-AC.  Great sounding distortion in the SansAmp tradition, with analog circuitry that emulates the rich natural harmonics and sweet overdrive characteristics found in tube amps. Perhaps the coolest aspect is it's actually programmable with 3 memory locations - just set the knobs and store; those same settings will be recalled when you go back to that channel, regardless of where the knobs are pointed.  Also features built-in speaker emulation encompasses all aspects of multi-miked tube amp rigs.  As with the classic Sans', choose from Tweed (Fender-style), British (Marshall-style), or Calif (Mesa/Boogie-style), with each amp type with its own tonality and its own input sensitivity and each interacts differently to the dynamics of your playing style. Sells for $189 new but this one's as good as new in the box for just $139.  

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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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Lighting Gear:  Lytequest Bird of Prey, (pic2).  Moving lights with 40 beams of light (specs).  Sells new for $199 but this one has never been used and is just $125 and ships in original box with manual (pic).  Elation EL-1800, another motorized multi-beam effect light that also uses dual 300W halogen bulbs.  Priced at $75 without bulbs or I have bulbs on order and $88 with new bulbs installed.  

Vox Tonelab, (stock pic).  Not just a powerful desktop modeling processor or just another Valvetronix product - the Tonelab has features not found in the Valvetronix amp series, like separate speaker cab modeling that produces an uncanny spacial sense even when using the line out - plus MIDI I/O for transferring programs and editing and features a S/PDIF jack for direct-to-digital interfacing.  Briefly, specs include:  VOX Valve Reactor (using a 12AX7/ECC83 dual triode as a power amp tube) circuit delivers the sound and feel of actual tube power amps, 16 amp models ranging from vintage classics to modern "boutique" standards, 10 cabinet models add even more variety and authenticity, 22 modeled effects with quality that rivals stand-alone units, Heavy-duty construction, Familiar knob-based interface for ease of use, 96 programs, Headphone output, Optical digital out (S/P DIF) for digital recording (Tonelab Only), Dedicated editor software for even more detailed editing, MIDI I/O, Optional Valvetronix series foot controller for even more performance possibilities, Backlit LCD with easily viewed LED-like display.  Like most of these all-in-one units, there's too much to list here but for full specs click here for Vox's Site.  These were a $600 list when discontinued a year or so ago but this one is "as new" with not a hint of use and ships in original box with power supply and manual.  Great sounding unit for the studio or even live sound and, best of all, knobs...glorious knobs...for players who like to look down and do a tweak with a twist of a knob rather than scroll to another screen.  All this for just $199.  

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Lexicon MX-200 Dual Reverb Effects with USB, (close-up), (stock pic).  Ahhh Lexicon...pure heaven.  Dual processors give you two times the quality Lexicon sounds in one package and enable you to do some breathtaking complex algorithms.  Best of all, it's easy to get around on - just by pushing some buttons and tweaking a few knobs you can nail the tone you're looking for, although it's engineered to be at home with computer based recording and other high tech features.  Equally at home in the studio or stage.  There's way too much info to post here but check out Lexicon's site here and just trust that it has the quality effects that Lexicon has been famous for since the 80's.  Never used and includes original box plus accessories include CD, power supply, manual, rack screws.  I've used effects that cost well over a grand but few have sounded as nice as this one does - for just $139.

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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 DD-3 Digital Delay, 4 delay ranges including "Hold" feature that acts as a short phrase sampler.  Delay times from 12ms to 800ms.  One of the most popular pedals in Boss's illustrious history for the normal reason - they sound great.  This one's mint in the box for $79(HOLD-Brian F Local).  

Boss RV-3 Digital Reverb/Delay, One of the best digital reverbs I've ever used and like all Boss pedals, it's built to last.  Martin uses one of these on his test bench and the unit is on, literally, 24 hours a day.  The tone is very close to your favorite amp reverb unit except you can get full control such as a huge wash of reverb...that fades in a second or two rather than 10 seconds.  Loads of options - 11 modes offer various modes of standard delay, delay plus reverb, and straight reverb.  Features up to 2 seconds of delay (around 1 sec. when used with reverb) and four useful types of reverb (Room 1, Room 2, Hall, and Plate) that are fully tweakable.  The delay repeats are clear and crisp with a precisely predictable decay.  For you guys and gals who prefer this over the current RV-5, and there are many who do, this one's $50 cheaper and in really nice shape.  $99(HOLD-Larry (local)) and if you'll remind me, I probably have a Boss power supply I can throw in.  

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

Seymour Duncan Tweak Fuzz, Very cool and versatile fuzz.  Features true bypass and Tweak control engages 1 of 6 pre-set EQ resonances that give an overall 'flavor' to the Tweak Fuzz, rolling off the bottom end and interacting with Gain control.  Mint in box for $75(SOLD-Vince M 11/14). 

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1970's MXR Phase 90 Script Logo, (pic2).  Along with the ADA, one of the most sought after Phasers of all time due, in large part, of EVH's use of one in the early Van Halen days.  Very simple to use - but very excellent sounding.  These continue to go up and looking at auctions (link), the cheapest script was $230, with a beater going for $265.  This one would probably be the nicest one among that list - not near mint but certainly one of the cleaner ones with the worst flaw are two initials lightly scratched on the bottom.  With beaters going for $265, this clean one is just $229(HOLD-Stan 10/25).   

Analogman Ibanez TS9, (pic2).   Modified in '00 with the TS9/TS808-B which I believe is the 808 mod and the Brown mod.  Do an A/B with a stock pedal and you'll definitely hear the difference.  The modded pedal is smoother and richer with little of the stock harshness - plus no tone loss when not engaged.  Has all the proper markings including Mike's gold label on the circuit guard.  The pedal itself is nearly pristine with no flaws of note.  $125(HOLD-Charles W 10/30) and no waiting time.  

Boss CS-2 Compression Sustainer, Made in Japan and the #1 requested compressor I get in and just behind the CS-2 Chorus in "whoop...it's gone" popularity.  Favored 1000 to 1 over the CS-3 that replaced it.  Sounds great, easy to use, and does everything from subtle compression to a radical dynamic effect.  I see some much more beat going over $100; this one's $99(HOLD-Charles W 10/30).   

Dunlop Crybaby 535 Wah/Boost, 3X more versatile than you normal Crybaby with a wah selector range plus doubles as a boost pedal.  Separate LED's tell you if either the way or boost mode - or both - are engaged.  Not mint but other than the bottom plate it's pretty clean overall.  $75.  

Dunlop Rotovibe, rotating speaker emulator - Vibrato plus Chorus.  Good for some of your Hendrix tones.  Separate LED's tell you if either the way or boost mode - or both - are engaged.  LED's modulate in time with the swells making it easy to synch with the beat.  Change modulation speeds on the fly by changing the pedal position.  Excellent condition - $125.   

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Gator "Stand-A-Case", (pic2), (pic3).  Combination guitar case and stand.  Quality tolex-covered wooden case with a bottom section that quickly becomes a guitar stand, complete with a compartment on the back side that folds down to become a shelf.  The case is of high-quality wooden construction and boasts a cushioned plush interior, a pocket, and locking latches.  The sturdy stand is erected quickly by breaking away the lid and folding the case in half.  A strong bracket holds the stand in place, and the guitar is held firmly by a Velcro band around the neck.   When used as a case, thick padding keeps your guitar safe.  Used once to transport a guitar and offered in mint condition.  $89(HOLD-John O 10/31).  

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.  

Silver King Clarinet, (pic2) I understand that these can be made into cool lamps.  I paid $300 for a pair of them around 10 years ago.  I don't know why.  All I know about it is that it's old and very "relic" looking.  $75/ea or $125/pair.  The other one has a cool old original case and is made by H. Bettoney of Boston MA, Columbia model.  (pics will be added).  

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ADA MP-1 and MC-1 Controller (click to enlarge), ADA MP's are definitely back.  In guitar, just like fashion, auto's, or anything else styles are cyclical and after falling out of fashion for almost a decade, folks are once again scurrying to buy up the ADA products.  The MP-1 was sold but the MC-1, which sold for $250 back in the day, is available for just $99.  Iincludes long connecting cable.  

60's Silvertone 2-button Footswitch, for your Tremolo and Reverb equipped early 60's Silvertone.  All original including cable and plug.  Ebay price on one with a replacement plug is $125 (link), which would make this all-original one very fairly priced at $85.    

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.  

Snarling Dogs Wonder Wah, with mechanical hard bypass switch, full specs here.  Nice sounding wah and perfect shape in box, $49.  

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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.  Both in nice shape with elusive battery covers.  

Line 6 POD Pro, (Close-up - click to enlarge).  If you missed my Pro XT last week here's its predecessor, the POD Pro.  More than just the rackmount version of the original POD, the POD Pro had much more features including double the number of amp models (32), cabinet models can be changed from front panel, manual mode (instead of presets) is handy for many players as it’s the what-you-see-is-what-you-get mode where all the tones are reflected by knob positions.  It also has loads of slick I/O options. In addition to the 1/4" input and stereo outs of the original Pod, the Pro features a line-level input, an unprocessed output, a TRS stereo effects loop, balanced XLR outputs, two flavors of digital outputs (S/PDIF and AES/EBU), and a digital clock input. The outputs are designed for two modes of operation: live and studio. In live mode, the 1/4" outputs are intended to feed a guitar amp, and there is no speaker simulation added to the patches. Conversely, the XLR outs do feature speaker simulation in live mode, as it's assumed the signals will be routed to a P.A. system.  In studio mode, the analog and digital outputs feature speaker simulation.  At home on stage or studio and heard on more recordings in the past few years than probably any other preamp.  List price back in the day was $899.  This one has seen very little studio use only and is impeccably preserved, flawless condition, with original box, manual, and CD.  If you're building a rack system for your backline setup - or if you don't have a POD in your studio yet - here's an excellent way to start out and just slightly more than a kidney bean POD and $200 less than the XT Pro I sold last week at $279.   

Morley Echo 300 Analog Echo Reverb, 1970's, talk about rare - ever seen one of these before?  Me neither.  Most solid construction I've ever seen in a stomp box with very heavy gauge steel case, heavy duty switch, and recessed jacks.  Sounds as good as an AD9 or DM-2 to my ears - absolutely beautiful delays and echo's.  I don't know when another one of these will come along since this is the only one I've ever seen.  These old Morley pedals, specifically the large, chrome rocker types, are starting to get the respect they deserve, and their quality is definitely top notch.  Excellent sounding, built for a lifetime, and super rare, all for $199.  I also have a matching Noise Gate/Line Driver for $75 if you're interested.  

Rane AC-22 Active Crossover (click to enlarge), 2-way stereo - 3-way mono, equally at home in your house (PA) system, monitor mix, or bass rig.  .  Rane has the reputation for building *professional* grade outboard gear and when you get some Rane gear you can count on it working, night after night, for many decades.  I know from experience, from the days of my pro-sound company, that it sounds better, performs better, and simply doesn't wear out.   To the experienced engineer:  The AC-22 uses state-variable Linkwitz-Riley filter alignments.  The Linkwitz-Riley alignment consists of two second-order Butterworth filters in series for each high- and low-pass section, resulting in in 24dB/octave rolloff slopes and in-phase output of the sections. The advantages of the steep slopes are that each speaker driver acts more specifically within its passed frequency domain and that comb-filter effects are reduced due to the smaller frequency overlap of the output of the drivers (assuming they are physically displaced).  The advantage of the in-phase outputs is that the sections sum correctly (on-axis) around the crossover region.  Engineered with the power supply, frequently a source of noise, as an outboard unit, to make an already quiet unit even more quiet.  The bottom line here is that while there are some very inexpensive active crossovers on the market, you get what you pay for.  If you want a fair sounding unit to use for a few years, get one of the multitude of Chinese made models.  If you want professional specs in a unit that can be roaded for many, many years, this one is less 1/2 of the new cost and works perfectly.  $165. 

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.  

Warmoth "21-fret conversion" Strat Neck.  Not the prettiest one but set up great on the guitar it was on.  Somebody crudely hacked off the 22nd fret so it's now a vintage-style 21-fret and there's a chunk of wood missing which we can fill if desired but neither of these impact the playability.  It's a great feeling neck with rolled fretboard edges, thin profile that's very flat in back, nicely broken in with a silky unfinished feel, frets are in great shape.  Maple with rosewood board and pearl dots for a mid-late 60's style look.  Looks aside, killer neck for $129.  

2002 Fender Squier Bullet Neck, good quality Affinity Series, maple with rosewood board, good choice for a budget project Strat, $59.  Note: we can install vintage Fender logo for $50 deluxe job which includes quality logo and labor (removal of old logo, install new logo, and several coats of lacquer with wet sanding between coats)  - looks factory when done.  

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Mackie DFX-12 12-Channel Integrated Live Sound Mixer PLUS case (click to enlarge), (side view), (effects), (case).  MINT condition and typically great Mackie specs plus a load of features packed into a small unit.  There are many brands on the market these days as pro sound gear has come down incredibly over the past 10 years but don't get fooled - the really cheap brands are cheap for a reason.  Mackie has stood for quality gear since they came along in the 90's, lowering the price ceiling for pro-quality sound gear.  The DFX-12 is the current model compact live sound mixer (can be used in the studio as well).  Designed specifically for solo or small performing groups who don't use a dedicated sound man, frequently controlling the mix from the stage.  With this in mind, all knobs are color-coded and can be easily identified at a glance. Channel faders are white. Effects and Monitor Sends are red. Master level faders are blue. The jack field is on the top surface so connections are immediate and every channel has a Level Set and Overload LED that can be effortlessly seen on a dark stage.  This unit includes a combination of mic/line and stereo line inputs, smooth 60mm faders, and Mackie Designs' proprietary 32-bit EMAC custom digital effects processor with 16 quality digital effects.  Very good specs with low-noise, low-distortion, studio-grade, and 5-band stereo program equalizer - and built in a rugged box that will withstand many years of road use.  Too many features to list here but click here for the full skinny on Mackie's site, including free download for the manual and hook up guide.  I'm including with this mixer a very nice Gator G-Mix 1515 case that's extremely well padded and fits the unit perfectly, plus some extra storage to carry cables.  For a full featured mixer of this quality, including a very well padded carrying case, I think this is an excellent buy at $199. 

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Pair of DI's, Including a Whirlwind Imp which I used on my bass rig for years, running from my line out up to the mixing board.  If you're using long cable runs, you can't use 1/4" connector shielded cable due to signal loss and interference.  The DI allows you to change your signal from a high impedance to a low impedance and you can run all the way around the club without any loss of signal.  Also used in the studio to run direct into the board.  The Imp lets you select 600-250-50 ohms output but both of these are effective tools and do basically the same thing.  Priced at $22/each or get the pair for $35.  

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Electroharmonix Doctor Q Envelope Follower, reissue of another EH classic, made in NYC USA. As far as filters go, it can't get simpler, but what you get out of one knob and switch can add just the right amount of funk to your tone.   Like the originals, built to last a lifetime with quality components, especially pot and switches.  Works perfectly and a cool pedal for $35.  

Electroharmonix Small Stone, Russian version of the super popular phase shifter that came to fame in the 70's.  Excellent tone and does everything you need a Phaser to do and while there aren't a load of bells and whistles, it sounds "right" however you set it.  Nice shape, works great, and just $49.  

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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Strat Body - Relic, quality Alder body by USA Customs from a few years ago.  Very thin nitro finish which they aged at the factory and then we kind of went to town on it.  It could benefit from some evening out of the Relic spots but from a few feet away looks dead on.  Nice weight, very good resonance, and a quality body for your Relic project for $199.  (Tremolo not included, but I have a beautifully relic'd USA Vintage series trem for $75 if desired).  

Jackson Performer PS7 Neck, removed from a new guitar thus mint condition.  Quality Japan model and would be a great neck for your vintge Strat project.  Priced at $139 plus $10 if you want the serialized neckplate and plastic spacer.  

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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DigiTech VX400 Modeling Vocal Processor with USB, (pic2).   For stage or studio - or PC - as the VX400 also turns your computer into a professional, hands-free multi-track recording work station.  Think of it as the ultimate floor processor with direct XLR speaker compensated outs to run to your PA, and a USB recording interface with all of the ins and outs you’ll ever need.  The first modeling floor processor with true 2-way computer connectivity and extra I/O to handle vocals, other instruments and monitoring. With everything you need to record, including a quality floor processor, this is truly digital recording designed by musicians for musicians.   On stage you can have the best of both worlds by using the separate 1/4 in. and XLR outputs to send sound to a PA using DigiTech’s award-winning cabinet modeling, or to any amplification.  When you are ready to record, all of the tones are ready to stream directly into a PC.   Doesn't stop there; you can also record vocals, using a mic pre amp. Use the stereo line level inputs to record any instrument -- just plug and play. This unit is very easy to get around on.  I used it at a recent party and was able to edit vocal patches on the fly, without using a manual.  (Close-up of front panel - click bottom right to enlarge).  Does all the "normal" effects  plus loads of special effects such as monster, chipmunk, Robot, Lo-Fi, etc.  40 user/40 preset patches.  Too many features and applications to list here but there's plenty of info at web retailers or manual is downloadable here - and software download here.  .  List price on a new one is $399 but this clean used one works perfectly and is just $175 (HOLD-Joe T 5/15), including power supply and USB cable.  I can tell you from personal experience, this is an excellent sounding unit, with studio quality preamps, compressors, and reverbs - plus the capability of producing nearly any whacked-out tone you hear in your head.  I'm tempted to hold onto it myself but to use it for 2 hours a year would be a waste.  

1976 Electroharmonix Small Stone Phase Shifter, (inside).  Amazingly clean - collector approved - works perfectly.  Perfect for the collector but not that much more than a reissue at $150.  

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ART X-15 UltraFoot Midi Controller, features dual expression pedals, works with virtually any Midi sound processor such as the Johnson J-Station, Line 6 POD, etc.  This is a very powerful unit and check ART's site (click here) for full specs and features.   Very powerful unit that does just about anything you need in a floorboard for $115.  Includes power supply and long midi cable to run from the unit to your backline.  

Johnson J-Station, (detail - illuminated front panel).  Once upon a time, Johnson and Line 6 (POD) were battling it out - along the lines of VHS and Betamax - each with it's own strong spots and weak spots.  In the end, Johnson lost, but I'll hold the J-Station up to a POD any day.  Largely the same selection of effects and amp modeling, but on the J-Station I much prefer the built-in acoustic simulator and the 12-string simulator.  All the other effects are a toss-up in my opinion - they're both very good.  Bottom line:  This is very nice unit that can do it all in the studio or it also is excellent for stage use - and is very easy to get around on.  For the price of a single stop box, you can have 'em all.  $99 includes power supply.

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Crown Power Base-2 Power Amp, (pic2 - click to enlarge).  Good clean and reliable Crown power amp - very few hours and nice shape - ships in original box.  For full specs and manual click here.  1400 watts bridge mono at 8 ohms; 650/side at 8 ohms.  Packs a lot of power in 2 spaces and high output for low dollars.  Just $350.  

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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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Dunlop Jimi Hendrix Wah, "Original Thomas Design" and follows the famed 60's model but uses modified circuitry to provide a more open (fatter) sound by lowering the frequency of the operating range.  Very clean shape, perfect pot, and a good choice for that vintage Jimi tone.  Lists at $175 but this nice one is just $75.  

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.  

1980 Electroharmonix Bassballs, (inside pic), so clean you'll think it's a reissue but this one's actually 26 years old.  Advertised as the first and only envelope follower of its kind. The vocal sound of its two sweeping filters gives bass a strong presence under leads, or a commanding quality when out front. The resonant frequencies are engineered solidly into the full range of the bass guitar’s strongest harmonics. Bassballs will respond to every bass note. The sweep is widely variable, and harmonic enrichment is available with the Fuzz engaged.  Sounds equally at home on guitar or bass and this one, in collector's condition, is just $175.  
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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.  

G&L Asat Classic Pickup and Bridge, removed when new so mint condition.  Includes pickup with cloth wires, 6 brass saddles, and bridge.  Impossible to find on the used market but this mint set is here and just $85.  


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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.  

Akai Vari-Wah W-1.  Akai always comes out with some cool features on their effects and the Vari-Wah is a good example - offering realtime control via the rocker pedal, something you don't usually find on other wah/swell.  The Variwah combines a traditional wah, touch wah and swell wah in one unit.  Touch wah settings control the automatic wah each time a chord or note exceeds the touch sensitivity threshold.  Simply by hitting a chord or note, the Swell wah allows users to activate an oscillator, continuing the wah effect until the strings are muted.  Variwah features a foot switch and assignable foot pedal which controls a number of user defined settings.  Regardless of wah mode, the foot pedal can be used to change wah speed or depth and can also be specifically assigned to change swell wah depth, swell wah speed, wah filter movement and touch sensitivity.  This may sound complicated but the pedal is very easy to get around on (no manual needed) and sounds excellent.  List on new was $199 but this one's barely used and just $65.  

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!  

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

 

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Zoom TM-01 Tri-Metal, one of the best metal distortions ever made - beats the Boss MT-2 in my opinion - and like most effects, became highly desirable after it was discontinued.  The key to great tone is superb engineering with the most effective tone controls I've seen yet, including bass - treb - and sweepable mid - plus a triple-gain circuit.   The best pedal for 7-string or lower tunings but sounds superb with standard tuning.  Great reviews (9.2 on sound) at Harmony-Central.  Like a lot of pedals, these pedals have become very popular after they were discontinued (due to non-popularity) and used examples are selling as high as the blowout price on the last batch of new ones.  This one's near perfect cosmetically and a killer metal pedal for $85(HOLD-Jon P 7/7).  

 

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Grover 3+3 Tuners, Nickel, for Les Paul etc.  New in the pack.  $39

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.  

  

Line 6 Bass POD Pro, (close-up), (back), delivers the most sought-after bass amp tones, including the Ampeg SVT and B-15, the Marshall Major and Plexi Super Bass, SWR ,Versatone and the Vox AC 100 - plus a large array of cabinet models and digital effects.  In all, it features 16 Bass Amp Models,15 Bass Cabinet Models,and A.I.R., which is Line 6's proprietary technique for simulating the complex interaction of microphones and speaker cabinets.  Sixteen digital effect combinations, specifically designed for bass, include Distortions, Phasers, Flanger, Envelope Follower and Octave Divider.  The amp/cab combinations can be used as is, or mixed and matched to create custom sounds.  36 programmable channels are provided for storage of custom amp/cabs/effects.  I've heard bassists that have used this amp straight into the board at clubs and it sounds spectacular and it's very well known for being a world-class studio preamp.  With this unit in the studio, you'll have the capability to nail any bass tone ever recorded or add a power amp and nail it live.  These sold in stores for $599 ($800 list) before they came out with the XT a few years ago and it's an exceptional unit--in mint condition--for less than 1/2 the new cost at $239(HOLD-Joe B 6/15).  

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Piezo Tuneomatic Bridge, with large diameter posts that fits most Epi's and others.  Add acoustic tones to your Les Paul or other tuneomatic bridge axe for just $55(HOLD-Robert N 4/28).  

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

1977 Gibson Guitar Manual, 17+ pages, case candy is fun, not mint but cheap, $29.  

EMG-81 and EMG 60 Set, "vintage" EMG's, around 20 years old but these things work forever.  Covers are well worn but no issues other than cosmetics.  $99/pair

Gibson Burstbucker 1 & 2 Set, Classic PAF tone with Alnico II magnets and a nice upgrade to Epi's or ceramic Gibson pickups.  These run $110 new with the nickel covers but here's a nice set for just $139(HOLD-Ronnie G 4/18).  

Gibson '57 Classic Nickel, features Gibson's special Alnico II magnet; vintage enamel-coated wire; nickel-plated pole pieces; nickel slugs; maple spacers; and vintage-style, 2-conductor, braided wiring.  List at $152 but I have a few of these brand new in the box for $85/each. 

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.  $75.  

1972 Fender Neckplate, the real deal, $139.  

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Boss OC-2 Octave, plays one and/or two octaves below the root note.  Great for guitar or bass, nice shape, $49.  

Boss CH-1 Super Chorus, classic Boss chorus with added benefit of tone pot.  Rare pink label (at least first one I've seen) and original box, $49.

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

Boss HF-2 High Band Flanger, green bottom Japan model and pretty rare and discontinued 10 years ago.  The HF-2 is famous for a brighter tone than the other Boss models and sounds great on guitars or string patches on keyboards.  Exceptionally clean condition - definitely worthy of the collection, $99.  

Boss RSD-10 Digital Sampler/Delay, (spec sheet) 2000ms delay, pitch shifting, harmonizing, and more, very clean and a nice unit for $75.  

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1977 MXR Pedals:  '77 was a transition year as MXR went from Script logo to Block logo.  Case in point - this 1977 MXR Phase 90, early block logo, as used by EVH and one of the best early model Phasers around, very nice shape for this vintage, $125(HOLD-Chris 3/2).  1977 MXR Distortion Plus, late script logo, ex condition and definitely a cut above average.  One of the most popular Distortions ever and these Script's are the hottest ticket.  $159.    

 

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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.  

Joe Barden Strat Pickup, I only have one of these, proper mellow reading of 4.62K.  I've seen these go for crazy money and they've become legend since Joe stopped building them a few years ago.  This one's $225.  

Kaces tolex case, new and perfect, $65.  

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

DeArmond Hollowbody Case, made for bass but also fits most guitars - 47" interior length with 17" interior at the lower bout, ex cond, $65(HOLD-Paul C 3/26).

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.  

1981 Ibanez CS-505 Chorus, early model with the "R" trademark and in near pristine collector's condition.  Warm, beautiful analog and perfect companion to the same year TS-808 above.  $150(hold-Dave M 3/20).  

Ibanez TK999US Tube King, from the same series/era as the AD99 above and a killer sounding tube overdrive pedal.  More highly regarded by many over the Japan version.  Features include 3-band EQ, AC power so no more batteries to buy, operates on 12AX7 preamp tube, but can also use a 12AU7 or 12AT7 - ask and we can probably install you choice.  Not mint but works perfectly and is a fantastic, warm/fat sounding pedal that puts a TS9 to shame in this regard.  $125(HOLD-Shawn 3/30).  

Zoom TM-01 Tri-Metal, one of the best metal distortions ever made - beats the Boss MT-2 in my opinion - and like most effects, became highly desirable after it was discontinued.  The key to great tone is superb engineering with the most effective tone controls I've seen yet, including bass - treb - and sweepable mid - plus a triple-gain circuit.   The best pedal for 7-string or lower tunings but sounds superb with standard tuning.  Great reviews (9.2 on sound) at Harmony-Central.  Collector's condition in the box for $99(HOLD-Fritz R 6/14)).  

Line 6 POD and Floorboard, the first and still one of the best ever studio/stage multi-effect.  The POD lets you select pretty much any type of effect, amp, and speaker cabinet to emulate any sound you're looking for.  The Floorboard is the "good one" with two expression pedals for real time expression.  POD has the 2.0 upgrade with 32 amp models, faster switching time, better tuner, custom save feature, and new cabinet tuning modes.  With this setup you have simply incredible power on stage - the ability to unleash all capabilities of the POD right at your feet - and I haven't found anything that works as well in the studio for ease of use, signal matching, and tone.  Both pieces of gear are in excellent condition and includes all documentation, CD, cables, and power supply, and priced hundreds less than new at $299/all(HOLD-Erik 2/3).   

 

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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).  

Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator #2, super clean but no box etc., nice savings for the non-box-loving player, $55.  

Boss CH-1 Super Chorus, near mint in box, don't pay $90 online - this one's just $59.

Boss TR-2 Tremolo, I don't get many of these in, excellent sounding trem, $55(HOLD-Ben H 1/25).

Boss CE-2 Chorus, desirable Japan green bottom, best analog chorus made according to me, nice shape, $129(HOLD-1/23)

Dunlop Original Crybaby GCB-95, mint condition, plastic still on the bottom with box and manual, $55.

Dunlop ZW-45 Zakk Wylde Signature Wah, heavy duty raw metal housing, built to Zakk's specs including Fasel inductor, new everywhere for $129 but this one is "as new" with box, manual, sticker, catalog, for just $99(HOLD-Steve K 1/24).  

MXR Zakk Wylde Overdrive, mint in the box with everything, $75(HOLD-Steve K 1/24).  

Electroharmonix Russian Small Stone Phaser, good sounding and built like a Russian tank, rate control and depth switch, $45

Electroharmonix "Analogman" USA Small Stone Phaser, "as new" in the box with everything.  See Analogman's Site for details.  $85.

Sovtek Big Muff Pi, (pic2), an early version green, with the faded black print and first version knobs, these pedals have been going up but they're still a good value for a good sounding Muff, $85(HOLD-Nicholas 8/24).  

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 BC9 Bi-Mode Chorus, 1984, very cool and pretty rare among the original 9-series - this is perhaps the 4th one I've ever had.  Separate controls for two chorus' which you can switch between or run simultaneously.  Capable of doing some really wacky stuff as shown by Munky of Korn who uses this pedal.  Not at all mint but works perfectly, $110(SOLD 3/20).  

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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1984 Electroharmonix Small Stone Phase Shifter, model EH4800, simple to operate, with just a rate knob and color switch, but an excellent sounding Phaser despite it's limitations.  Collector approved in near mint shape - looks clean enough to be a barely used reissue - and includes original box and manual.  A USA reissue Small Stone is going to run you $84 but get one that will go UP in value, $119.  

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Sovtek Big Muff Pi, $44

MXR Bass Octave, painted red but works fine, $59

Boss AC-2 Acoustic Simulator, velcro on bottom, $59

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 280 Compressor, these are excellent comp's built for a lifetime.  Nice.  $55 (SOLD 2/19)

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

Dunlop JH-1 Hendrix Wah, same taper and response as Jimi’s pedal had. An original 60's design with modified circuitry to provide for a more open (or fatter) sound by lowering the frequency of the operating range.  Mint condition, $69.

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RackKrate 6-space Rack, good economical rack but solidly built.  $39(SOLD-Michael C)

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 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 so