In 1960, one of the most popular and affordable entry-level, two-pickup solid-body electric guitars was the Silvertone Stratotone, aka the Harmony H-46. At the time, it cost $54.95 brand new without a case.
Also, are Japanese guitars any good?
Cheap Japanese made guitars, at least after the mid-Seventies, are still really well made. They tend to have good solid wood, great weight and sustain and an amazing quality feel to them. This is of course not true for all of them but at least the Japanese guitars I have played have had a great feel to them.
Furthermore, do Teisco guitars sound good? Some 50 years later, Teisco guitars like this have found their way into respectability among not just collectors but also players and session musicians. We’re still somewhat surprised by just how good some of these Teisco guitars can sound and play.
Secondly, how much did a Gibson Les Paul cost in 1960?
How much was a Stratocaster in 1960?
According to an early ’60s Fender pricelist, a non-trem Strat cost $259.50. There was a 5% up charge for a Custom Color, so this Strat would have been about $272.47 (still $17 less than a sunburst tremolo version).
What does Teisco stand for?
By 1956 the name was changed to Nippon Onpa Kogyo Company, then in 1964 it was changed to Teisco, which most sources explain is an acronym for Tokyo Electric Instrument and Sound Company.
What was George Harrison’s favorite guitar?
One guitar that doesn’t get talked about much is the 1961 Fender Stratocaster Harrison played starting in 1965. The guitar became one of his favorites.
What was John Lennon’s favorite guitar?
Lennon found his hanging in a Hamburg guitar shop in the form of a natural-finish 1958 Rickenbacker 325, which was part of the company’s Capri series (named for the Hall family cat). The 325, like the other models in the series, was designed by German luthier Roger Rossmeisl.
Who plays a Teisco?
Eddie Van Halen has some history with budget Teisco guitars – technically Teisco Del Ray guitars, as they were rebranded after ’64, but you get the drift.
Who sold Teisco guitars?
| Formerly | Aoi Onpa Kenkyūjo (1946) Nippon Onpa Kōgyō Co. (1956) Teisco Co. (1964) Teisco Shōji (1967–early 1970s) |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1946 |
| Founder | Atswo Kaneko and Doryo Matsuda |
| Defunct | 1967 |
| Fate | Company ceased in 1967, when the brand was acquired by Kawai |
Why are older guitars more expensive?
One reason as to why vintage gear, specifically guitars, are more expensive and sought-after, is because of the materials they are made out of. The instruments made from the early 50’s until the 70’s were made from expensive woods, such as the renowned Brazilian Rosewood.