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The bridge pickup (Humbucker) has no logo on the front, but a jackson sticker on the back. Thanks for sharing information with us :). it was made between 1990 and 1997/98. I've had a 1986 Jackson Charvel Model 6 for 30 years. Thanks. No engraving on black plastic neck plate on headstock. It has the sound hole, mahogany back, beautiful bookmatched flamed maple top, tremolo (missing arm help!? 2 lipstick pups If you email me the exact serial number, I can tell you its pedigree and if it has any issues. and the San Dimas, CA address engraved. Charvel production was movedoverseas and all new guitars bearing the Charvel logo Sorry Im typing on my phone. And play it and my 1976 Les Paul custom often. Need to know how much this guitar is worth the number are 247193 them it also says p.o.box 234 Fort Worth TX 76113 U.S.A. The stamping of the serial number looks so different than any of mine or others Ive seen. Posted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/11/2021 - 06:23. There is no The fact that you remember when you bought your guitar new helps date guitars with similar serial numbers. The last San Dimas Charvel was #5491, built in January of 1986. appearance of a smooth, slightly-polished steel neck plate. Thanks. It has since undergone a slow, but complete restoration. What do I own? After that time the plain brass neck plates were once again used until the Paying homage to it late-1970s Southern California roots, this Charvel Superstrat is easily identifiable as a So-Cal by its pickguard and Floyd Rose double-locking bridge. Someone finally posted one here in the US and I snagged it. Does anyone know when Charvel changed the headstock shape? My email is me@grahampearson.com. briefly in 2002 and later in 2005. Jap neck through models had the serial number after the last fret on the fretboard. http://www.wildguitars.com/sold/charvel-surfcaster-ex-pretenders-%E2%80%A2-850 2. I am the original owner of a midnite black Surfcaster (6 string w/trem) Serial # 378361 bought in Berkeley Ca in Sept. 1991. Posted by MarkAnthony on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 17:20. I cant tell whether this is a decent guitar worth restoring or something worthy of the bin. The other serial number is 387569 and, like yours, it was made towards the end of production of the first edition Surfcasters. Affiliate Notice: As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. In short, they make Jackson Guitars in the United States, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, and China. The number one source of guitar and amplifier pricing and information so you can find the price and value of your used guitars and amplifier. Was located in Toronto, Canada, and shes now located in Devon, England. But a Surfcaster would be difficult to knock off and the market isnt that big so the chop shops arent going to be interested. Your Surfcasters serial number indicates it was manufactured later than 1995. These Sold it to a buddy to pay for a transmission in my car in 2000 for $600 with the intent on buying it back when I saved up the money. Note most of these plates had the Ontario, CA address lettering painted black NOT gold. #2 - Jackson did some wierd experiments in the mid 90s that resulted in quite a few unique models. chrome plating over black versus the originals which have gold plating over black. Posted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/17/2022 - 15:04. The 2 I sold over the last year I kept disclosure to 100s, (i.e. Here is a special one. Posted by heather on Sun, 09/03/2017 - 13:18. Posted by Luke on Fri, 08/24/2018 - 04:42. Charvel logo color (black or white) Posted by Jouni Heikkinen on Thu, 04/17/2003 - 16:39. The color of the Charvel logo on the peghead neck plates with San Dimas, CA address introduced in June 2008 on the U.S.A. Production Thanks again for getting in touch and I look forward to hearing from you. (?!?) I have a red CHARVETTE electric guitar with nickel Chrome plate on back where neck bolts on. It has a mahogany body. As far as I know the 6 digit #'s were used on Japanese imports even though the neck plate says Fort Worth, Texas. Posted by Lisa Angelo on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 04:46. Tremelo. Posted by Robert Wheeler on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 00:32. The serial number of the Surfcaster he auctioned recently was 380538. Hes asking $700. Charvel Pro-Mod Style 1, Style 2, DK24, Artist Series and USA Select guitars that were made from 2013 until present day feature a 10-digit alphanumeric serial number located on the back of the headstock or neckplate. CikMick: I meant has not had. Call me pessimistic, but if the serial numbers are indeed sequential, the above serial number records would suggest that in 1992, at least 2869 Surfcasters were made. Yes, mine has a six digit number. Ive been meaning to put this up for the past month Orange Trans 12 string, black toothpaste logo, serial #365636. If interested in music and guitars, then you are in the right place and will learn a lot. Never played outside of a bedroom or recording studio! 3853XX. Trans-Orange Bass. There are some exceptions, but generally the logos were white. Go to http://www.fretsonthenet.com for the trem arm you need. Had Charvel Jackson not offered a Floyd Rose type system, due to the popularity of this type of bridge peaking in and about 1987, Im sure Jackson and Charvel sales would have suffered DRAMATICALLY. Thomas, Zurich, Switzerland. Rich#6: My pickups look exactly like the ones in your picture. Black Surfcaster 12-string They work better than the originals. It is a strat style body with two humbuckers and a JT-6 Trem. Black 12 string, two Chandler lipstick pickups, standard bridge. the serial # is 371694 and i was wondering if anybody out their can tell me anything about it like the year it was made and where etc.i would love to know anything! Typically, Surfies with a star-glow body finish have a white logo and those with a cherry-burst body finish have a black logo. Here is the url: https://picasaweb.google.com/2009NCTA/Surfcaster. Not aware of any modifications. 6 digit serialized 3D chrome )wood so far, even back then when they were still produced and out in the shops. Wow: Thats exactly like my number 1. Serial numbers from 70' and 80's era Epiphone guitars made in Japan . , my favorite and main guitar. 1981 - 1986. Dot inlays. These plates had gold plating I think that I paid about 400 for it + case (which is seemingly generic). Obviously you would need more info than this if you weren't sure whether your guitar started life as a 5 or a 6! 5. For the purposes of the chart, you can use my info above (Im in NJ). Posted by K-mac on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 01:03. Re: Graham- yes, the original production surfcasters were all 2-lipstick configured. The first two number digits in the serial number identify the year the guitar was created. Charvel proudly collaborated with the New Jersey native to bring you the Angel Vivaldi Signature DK24 Nova an axe that packs as much phenomenal force as the man playing it. It is common to see the lacquer chipped (worn) around Almost as if it was done to accommodate the mistake. and how much is it worth!!! 96195XX. up), Charvel started to seat neckplates in a plastic cushion. Any idea if it's just junk knockoff of old and of some value? If you can send pictures, all the better. To complete the description, mahogany body, flame maple top, roller nut and looking at the pics here it seems to be a standard model in all respects. It is orange (woodgrain) serial no. I purchased this because it played and sounded better than any comparably priced Fender in the store. I have a Charvel Surfcaster Seafoam Green, 2 lipstick pick ups, 370471 for your records. Hi Reddit. Posted by Steven on Fri, 02/04/2022 - 01:18. 1986 - No neckplate gasket, next to the logo on both the neck and the neckplate there will be a "TM" above the L in Charvel. Built for scorching sound with unrivaled feel, a flashy Sin City Sparkle finish with matching headstock means youll win the jackpot every time you pick it up. 3. CA can be found on plates having serial numbers Posted by Koeppel on Fri, 09/27/02 - 20:45:51. After being keen on one of these for many years, I just acquired a trans red, mahogany bodied 12 string Surfcaster, serial number is 375726 for the database. I folks, Im a newbie here and have just bought my first Surfcaster as seen here: James, if the back of the body of your Surfcaster has a mahogany finish and it has 2 lipstick pickups, this was known as an orange figured-top model. It seems very clean (almost too clean, not a nick on it) with an original case (Im told, didnt see it). Would 378xxx serial be a genuine original surfcaster. I recently acquired a black 12 string Surfcaster with original case. Pearl Pick Guard 3789XX). . How did you find it? Accordingly, does fender own Charvel? Does it have 2 lipsticks or 1 lipstick and 1 humbucker pickup? The original Surfcasters had serial numbers in the range 365XXX through 388XXX and these had colors such as black, red, orange, surf green, etc. Serial Number: ISC2200774 Weight: 7.2lbs Model #: 2976181398 Product Specs General SERIES: Pro-Mod ORIENTATION: Right-Hand COLOR: Satin White COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: ID Neck HEADSTOCK: Licensed Fender Telecaster NECK . Im afraid Im not much help. Serial numbers for the Charvel basses of this era are very difficult to decipher. no special serial numbering was used. Also, is there an email address I can send all the other details so it can be included on this (serial number) page? Charvel guitars are the very embodiment of high-performance tone machines, and discerning players who prize superior sound and feel have turned to the company's finely crafted guitars as their weapons of choice for over four decades now. Graham, I posted earlier this year and see that I forgot to add a few details. That make the JT-6 trem a licenced Floyd Rose Trem. serial number engraved. I have a purple charvel surfcaster std with 3 lipstick pickups with serial number C109113, body basswood. From the serial number, I would guess it was made in 1993 or 1994. I got my 92 Surfcaster, a Star-glo w/trem for $685 (Serial No. As far as I know the 6 digit #'s were used on Japanese imports even though the neck plate says Fort Worth, Texas. However, the serial number on the USA and Custom Shop guitars do not usually indicate the year the guitar was made. In I wanna know why its so significant! Send in your picture and Ill post it on the site. the back of the body is not mahogany with a clear varnish finish. Made in Fort Worth Texas. I wonder if the same type of neck plate was used on other Charvel or Jackson models? I inherited my brothers surfcaster which was bought in 1995 in a german music store. Only 86 "25th Thanks in advance guys. So dont buy this guitar as an investment. Posted by OlivierD on Mon, 04/15/2019 - 20:54. The only real question I have is about that Duncan Designed humbucker at the bridge- Im assuming its an aftermarket mod because while it is correct for the timeline, the 12-string model has always been equipped with 2 lipsticks. Its not all original (duncan pickups, grover tuners) and a little beat up, but there are definitely bargains to be had out there with a little patience. It seems like every surfcaster owner at some point needs that trem arm. finish, 2Lipsticks, JT490 Tremoro, Firdt selled day is 8 oct 1992. Its even that same color. The JT-6 trem is NOT an "Original Floyd Rose". antisinglecoil Senior . BUYERBEWARE!! I assumed that it was rush made on a Friday evening, just before the workers left for the weekend. these neck plates a 3D look. Hello, plate is chrome in color and simply has the Charvel logo (no "Made in USA" under I disclosed the fact that I string my 12-string as a 6-string and SignOfTheDragon chewed my tail. If it doesnt reach its goal they wont produce it. I bought a surfcaster, orange burst with 2 lipstick pickups, mahogany back, black Charvel logo on headstock in 1996 in UK. In my opinion the introduction of this came about out of urgency. To locate a service center, please visit our Charvel Authorized Service Center information page. Hot-rodded for unparalleled performance, versatile sound and exquisite style, Pro-Mod Series guitars are packed with the classic playability and innovative design elements that have made Charvel a legendary name in high-performance guitars. Unfortunately there are a few people bootlegging this logo and selling the guitar's as REAL Charvel's so be careful. Other: Blue/Purple (blurple) with white Charvel logo, vintage-style tuners, dot inlays These logo's The new line consisted of three. is a fairly early serial number. To keep your new Charvel in top condition, apply guitar polish to a fresh, soft cloth and wipe down the body, neck and headstock after every use. the edges of these neck plates. For information and assistance in purchasing parts outside of the United States, please contact the Charvel distributor in your country or region. Similar to the original You can also download a small pdf that is a matrix of all known Surfcaster variations and the number of each variation Im aware of. 6. Im pretty sure it is MIJ. It says SFC-HT 3-2 in the neck pocket. Posted by Tong on Sun, 09/23/2018 - 10:18. Bought in the UK. -Mike [emailprotected] 954-328-8097, Hello the guitar is white crackle(body and headstock), black toothpaste logo, black with chrome raised fort worth tx bolt-on neck plate,24 frets serial#333853. I will take some pictures in a future posting and have a terrific story of my encounter with FatDog at Subway guitars in Berkeley that took place when I took it in for a initial set-up after purchase. used. A FOUR digit serial number starting. Heres something perhaps unusual about this guitar: it doesnt have the asymmetrical Gumby headstock that every other Charvel labeled Surfcaster Ive seen has. The neck plate with the serial number on the back is stamped Fort Worth Texas, USA. Nick. We could try and find the oldest one out there with this thread, the challenge is set! just wonder where you were located and also whether the guitar is still for sale. All times are GMT-6. anybody willing to post some pics from inside the pickguard? So, the guitar im looking for seems to be produced after 95. These 5 digit neck plates are very rare and Lorenzo. The neck plate has the raised charvel logo and the 6 digit serial number stamped on a raised plate Serial no 382356. Hey, It sounds authentic, and the serial number is appropriate. Color of Charvel logo? briefly in 2002 - 2003 and was cast to resemble the original "serialized" 3D screw holes. It has serial 009319 and says Charvette by Charvelle. The first two number digits in the serial number identify the year the guitar was created. i am going to get the frets re serfist as open cords are not in perfect tune from being worn over the years! Im selling my 1992 orange Surfcaster Serial #374667 on Craigslist. Location: MS, USA Posted by Dago on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 00:55. Wow, thats unusual. She is very jangly indeed through my old Cornell Romany Plus with a Rothwell Love Squeeze compressor .. love the lipsticks ! Nice Link ToddR. With the serial number you can probably call the company for an estimate on the date. This would be before they (surfcasters) went over to Jackson right? That answers my question nicely, so the number after C6 tells you which thru neck charvel you have (either Model 5 or 6) and the fact that its a 1986 means that 000001 was the first ever thru neck model series (if its exists). In fact, the neck plate used on these guitars is the Ill add it somewhere appropriate here on the site. Post pictures of your Surfcasters, contribute to the serial number database, and offer your own experiences with the Surfcaster. Hi guys, I bought an orange/burst, twin lipstick pickup Surfcaster in the early 1990s: Serial number 377639 in the UK from an ad in a quality music magazine (tho I cannot remember which). There are certain cases where a broken neck may be covered under your Charvel warranty, but if the neck broke outside of your warranty, please contact your local Charvel Authorized Service Center to determine if the neck can be repaired or replaced. I have about 150 entries in the spreadsheet and it confirms an approximate correlation between serial numbers and dates-of-manufacture, so perhaps the barrel was not very big after all. I just spoke with Eric. There were no Surfcasters in the first series that were finished in gold sparkle. You can probably find a serial number somewhere like under the neck joint, or on the back of the neck printed there. I just need to get the pictures to go with the serial numbers. The tracking of serial numbers is going to tough; I contacted Fender, who now owns Charvel and they said that Charvel didnt really keep serial number records and that no information was turned over to them. Bought new in Munich/Germany for 1,200 Deutschmark in 1992 I fancied a tangerine or green one .. but this one is super, sorta candy apple colour with binding and plate aged to a cream :) Nice to see people sharing information on these scarce, cult guitars, always remembered them from the 90s when Musical Exchanges in Birmingham had a display stand full of them in cool colours and I was surprised to see a Charvel without a pointy end :). Serial number is 328577! Its still in excellent condition and played regularly as a refreshing alternative to mainstream models. I would like to contribute to the database. ToddR thats what ive got, but sounds like you got a hell of a deal on yours. mine is a transparent reddish-orange, but the Charvel logo on the headstock is white. The hardware can be cleaned with a dry rag. Which possible details to recognize that change? Hi, Ive just come into possession of this Jackson Surfcaster 12 string. Explore some of our latest models. I have an email from a gentleman who worked at the Chusin Gakki factory when Surfcasters were in production. However, there are a few rare pre-production, VERY SMALL CHARVEL LOGO'S that will also have a blank neckplate that are indeed USA MADE. Posted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/30/2015 - 01:16. The only company making a Surfcaster copy is GRB, but they call it a tribute and theyre very easily distinguished from Charvel Surfcasters. Featuring custom pickups, compound-radius maple neck and striking mirror pickguard, the first-ever Charvel signature bass is made for the Anthrax bassist's kinetic stage presence and hard-hitting playing style. Does anyone know anything about it? Currently, Im still learning the intricacies of WordPress. 2000+ American Deluxe Series, Corona USA. ranging from approximately 6060 - 6100 ish. Tremolo bar missing (of course), as is the back plate. 3792??) You say the body color is red. Fell in love with that particular finish, but I only ever see red orange black seafoam etc. serialized era 3D (raised lettering) neck plates, these new plates are thicker and feature For the bolt on model series the serial numbers are useless for dating or identifying the model. It was on the guitar when I bought it. Unfortunately, we cannot. Regarding the questions about the neckplate for #370752: I have no idea about the neckplate. It has no tremolo and the color is kind of candy red. Basically, the Surfcaster Std. I already have an entry in the serial number database for your guitar. Heres the page from the 92 catalog: http://audiozone.dk/guitargallery/?content%2FGuitar_catalog_scans%2FJackson_Charvel%2F1992_Charvel_Acoustic%2FCh1992AcouPage04.jpg. Hi guys, Hynek Dvorak: Sweetwater's 55-Point Guitar Inspection. Moderately interesting story I recently re-acquired my 95 Surfcaster (Sea Foam, Hard tail, lipstick/humbuck). Randy Rhodes, Eddie Van Halen, Richie Sambora, Allan Holdsworth, and Warren DeMartini all played Charvel guitars. Brass, No Markings. They have 10 days left and are 75% done with their funding. serial number is 381776. And I have the original tweed guitar case with the Charvel Guitar Logo in front of case. Although it seems there isnt a strict correlation between Surfcaster serial numbers and date of manufacture, yours has a fairly early serial number and was therefore manufactured in 1991 or 1992. Regarding your C tailpiece, Ive never heard anyone else complain about its sharp edges. ), 2020 JCF online - A Jackson Guitars and Charvel Guitars Community. I thought I left a message here yesterday so if I am repeating myself I apologize! www.usacharvels.com: Your resource for vintage San Dimas Charvel guitars! A great many variables are involved in assessing the value of used and vintage instruments-such as condition, rarity, desirability, etc.-and the effects of such conditions on the value of an instrument are best determined by a dealer who specializes in the sale of used and vintage instruments. Please consult a qualified repair specialist if you do not know how to properly adjust the neck. Thanks for posting details of your star-glow six-string. I will come up soon with details of mine. It will have to go under variations. His passion for tinkering with guitars started much earlier. @Matt- things move pretty slowly on here owing to the fact that its basically one guy managing it out of the goodness of his heart in his free time. These neckplate cushions were 3853XX). CA 91773) in raised lettering. But Im no expert Ive only owned 2 Surfcasters, not 30 ; ). (i.e. Box Thanks for replying Graham with the information you have on my 12 string surf caster, really useful. www.usacharvels.com: Your resource for vintage San Of course, a guitars price is what its worth to the owner. Available in both six- and seven-string configurations, the Jackson Pro Series Signature Chris Broderick Soloist features a mahogany body with an arched poplar burl top, through-body maple neck with a scarf joint and graphite reinforcement, and a 12-radius, 24-fret bound laurel fingerboard. I have to agree with Graham; sounds like its legit. Send us a pic. Please send pictures to our sites owner, Don Rown, at donrownrocks@yahoo.com and hell post them so we can all see. plates. My first effort was to trash all of the spam posted to the various pages. Don, if youre reading this, thank you- and let me know if youd like any help maintaining/updating etc. The one I have looks exactly like the blue one on the right. THANKS! Copyright 1999 - 2023 , All Rights Reserved. It has been repainted including the headstock. Posted by Thomas on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 22:28. Thanks! over black) in 2005. (I did remove that .. my only mod, lol ;), I can add another here. It has the lipstick tube p/u in the neck+ Jackson humbucker p/u in the bridge. manufacture, example serial number 4004, 4th guitar Any help is golden. Box 2344, 76113! Is this site still active other than this comments section? But Im very curious to know more about the actual factory name for this finish, and how many there are like it. Total guitar acclimation in a temperature and humidity controlled environment. Is is a real one? ive had one for a couple years after finding it in a pawn shop. If this is your first visit, be sure to when you decide to sell it. Ive never seen a 12 Surf with a humbucker. If you send your photos to me, at me@grahampearson.com, Ill attempt to upload them to this site. because I dont own them anymore- out of courtesy to the current owners privacy. Jim Root on his Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 1 Models, CHARVEL and the distinctive headstock design commonly found on CHARVEL guitars are registered trademarks of FMIC under license to JCMI, Limited Edition Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 1 HH FR M, FRANK BELLO SIGNATURE PRO-MOD SO-CAL BASS PJ IV, MARCO SFOGLI SIGNATURE PRO-MOD SO-CAL STYLE 1, PHIL SGROSSO SIGNATURE PRO-MOD SO-CAL STYLE 1, Pro-Mod San Dimas Style 1 HH FR E Sassafras LH, Phil Sgrosso Signature Pro-Mod So-Cal Style 1. A pair of Jackson high-output humbucking pickups with ceramic magnets cranks out clear tone with plenty of girth, and Thanks! 3. The Jackson Surfcaster is not one of the first series of Surfcasters that have serial numbers in the range 335XXX 388XXX. Pickguard was badly and unevenly yellowed. No, Charvel guitars cannot be purchased directly. Can you send me a picture of your guitar? By 1987 Mr. Floyd Rose licenced to other companies the ability to manufacture "copies or bridges similiar to " his Patented tremolo system. Like to know when and where it was made and it's $ value .any info much appreciated. If youre curious enough, you could also check the neck pocket for a birth-date to confirm the serial# timeframe. This style neck plate was used Youll find a complete description of the original-run Surfcasters under the Links page on this site. Having a glance in this beautiful site im guessing its possibly 92-94, is it right? Howie: Your information is interesting because of the serial number and date of purchase of your guitar. Join the Charvel email list to stay on top of our latest product launches and artist news. Bought it in late 1994 (2nd hand already; the previous owner mustve made a bad buy for whatever reason the bass sounds marvellous). Would lime to Mines over 20 yrs old, bolt on neck, fire crackle finish, Randy Rhoads, led to these Jackson logos being used. Guys, do you have any information for a charvette ? Anybody know the specs on this guitar like nut width or the direct replacements for the hardware. Here is the requested information for my 2 surfcasters. Neck adjustments should not be attempted unless you are comfortable doing so. You can submit you image link in the comment sector so we can add it to the database. Black Headstock w/White Charvel Logo Still, an interesting piece of Charvel Surfcaster history. Can you tell me what it is? I have a Surfcaster that I would like to add to your table of serial numbers and post a photo or two. Who and how can I submit info on my Surfcaster? I'm after a bit of info on my Tele te custom 6-digit serial number on neck plate Williams began playing guitar at age 13, when his parents-assuming it was only a phase-got him an inexpensive Squier beginner . Sounds like he got an incredible bargain, but thats the point: Everyone has this impression that original Surfcasters are super expensive, but the truth is, most of the prices on eBay are super inflated (they rarely sell) and from the looks of this chart, some people are paying a LOT for their Surfcasters. Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 14857 Tweet #4 08-08-2006, 02:31 PM Delete the post unless it provides information other than just a dead link to an old eBay auction? After 1986, Perhaps its worth searching eBay or Reverb for a C tailpiece from the first series to see if the edges are not as sharp as yours. Many dings, truss rod cover missing but. Find the current Blue Book value and worth of your new and used guitars, both acoustic, electric and amplifier. THe most insightful estimate Ive heard is: Not many.. I have a 90s seafoam green, 2x lipstick, tremolo version. These guitars were released on July 15, 2008 with a MSRP of $999 (price included a Charvel Its an early Charvel 6 String in this fading green finish with black humbucker and the C-bridge. This neck plate style can be found on custom shop SN#376078. Put some Dimarzios in it and it becomes a super strat. I still own it and it is still in perfect condition. Im probably being paranoid, but I was always under the impression that if you buy a guitar second hand, you shouldnt disclose serial numbers with pics. consequence many of these early neck plates show warpage and cracking around the neck The 20K spread sounds reasonable considering ALL of the guitars that were made in that period, but Ive never been able to track down how many of them were Surfcasters. The mint surfs go for a lot of money. Hey F. Rankenstone: Can you provide details of your Surfcaster? 6 string C hardtail, 6 string tremolo, or 12 string? This week we will be taking a focused look a small number of Kevin Ryan pre-owned acoustic guitars. Heres a link to a picture of the guitar: http://oliviasvintageguitars.com/other/guitars/2242/, Heres another one for the database Korean Charvel: CS10 and CS20: 1996: vintage style: s/s/s and s/s/h: Alder: Maple/RW----- Chinese Charvel The 1997 Charvel Japan Only Line - With Charvel Toothpaste Logos In 1997 ChuShin Gakki The manufacturing wing of Charvel Japan in combination with a the Japan music store Rock Inn made available this line of guitars. Payed 2000 Swiss Francs. The fact that it looks cool was also a selling point. or just a link that i can link to? What should I do? denoting year of. Comment viewing options Toby, Kevan B- Welcome to the fold, brethren! The neck pick up is at a slant and is single.tree The bridge is at its standard position humbucker both jackson. We imagine a large barrel of neck plates with serial numbers in the factory and employees selecting one at random each time they needed one. Kicking myself as the guitar shop offered me the really nice hard case too but it was bulky and heavy silly silly!! I am now a proud owner of a Gold Champagne Sparkle Surfcaster HT, lipstick pickup N, Humbucker pickup B. Ive only ever seen this finish one other time on a Yahoo Japan listing from like 2015? body is a beautiful flame fireglow My guitar has the Ft. Worth plate and the # is 231509 it has 1 double coil pickup and only a volume knob no tone control it has the original locking system and tremolo. I DID MOD ONE OF MINE! I own 377718. Year/Make /Model of my Charvel Ive had dozens of them and still have about 10 or so. Hi there! . Thanks for your reply and for verifying the date of purchase. Overall condition is pretty good no scratches or dents aside from two small indentations in the back of the neck. hello!!! No, it had the Charvel logo on the head stock. The serial number of an acoustic guitar may be on the back or on the label in the sound hole. Add me to the database: #380128. Id post a link to a picture but posts with links dont show up. Perhaps yours is the transparent Red? Thanks a lot for the infos cheers! : i havent seen any pictures of one exactly like mine, so kinda wanted to make sure it was authentic. Star glo finishthe brownish-orange sunburst rather than the reddish fireglo sunburst. I promise these guys are awesome. Three pickup model and pickups say Charvette by Jackson/Charvel. molded into it. Posted by Jeffery S Mccomas on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 00:28. pre-serialized (prepro) Charvel guitars that were manufactured between 1979 and late 1981. So how about if we post ALL last known prices, no matter how low? Serial Number 382319 Those scans are sweet. Original lipstick pups, electrics and pots all untouched, but some pocket cracks ?two lipstick pickups ,tone boost and tremolo. Japanese Charvels with the Kahler 2500 bridge mounted with a very low serial number, say 220000-240000, would have these SMALLER brass bushings and post type like the ones pictured above. However, not all locations are equipped to handle every type of service issue, so we recommend that you call ahead and verify that the service center can address your specific repair needs. Use this site for a pricing guide and source of information on all guitars. I use mine as a 6-string and it sounds really good. Is that a real surfcaster? There are several discussion on this site about the correlation of serial numbers and dates-of-manufacture of Surfcasters. Please keep the Surfcaster dialogue going Id love to hear from other owners! Charvel Surfcaster, Serial No. The Ultimate Guideto Choose The Right Guitar Slide, The Ultimate Guide to Choose Guitar Picks. It looks like you bought it on eBay from gravitymusic. New paint job, body work and hardware, including the C tailpiece and a period-correct neckplate would likely cost a forger more than a true Surfcaster on the used market. Thanks, BC. These neck plates were considerably thicker than the originals, and have the Original owner. In fact, the majority of Charvel prepro guitars manufactured, used this style neck plate. For me, its the best guitar Ive ever had. 3. Lor, Thank you Graham, very useful hints. If you have a bolt-on neck, the serial number should be stamped into the neck plate. What happened next is still to come. I have a red 12-string but I string it and play it as a 6-string. According to my notes, your guitar has a 1-5/8 phenolic nut and Gotoh Kluson style tuners with enclosed machines. It was really the first nice guitar I ever owned. Hi, This guitar is already in the database but Ill update it with your details. Promoted to a Master Builder in 2018, Joe Williams first came to Charvel/Jackson in 2005 from a vintage guitar shop, where he repaired and set up used guitars. Need new mid boost pick up set he didnt know what he had. It is important to note that Jackson reissued this style of neck plate the early (serial numbers) neck plates were made using a weaker metal alloy and as a If anyone knows how to identify the model and year using this information it would be greatly appreciated! NON-PERMANENT MODS??? Also all of the 86's had Kahler trems except the Model 1's and 7's. Hopefully this is helpful to somebody. I got a mint 62 Fender Tremolux with it as well. First Owner, bought new in shop at 08.28.1995. Depending on the (rather shaky) dollar back in 1994, my 2nd hand Surfcaster must have cost between 395 and 470 US-Dollars then i paid 700 Deutsche Mark, way less than the retail price around the time. Logo color = white This type of neckplate is found only on the oldest Charvels or pre-serialized Charvels. http://www.mercatinomusicale.com/mm/a_jackson-surfcaster-scambio-con-7-corde_id2819577.html, The owner doesnt know the age of the guitar, The serial is 9660037. Four years ago, I purchased Surfcaster 12-string #386525 from the original owner, in very poor condition, disassembled, for $240.00. anyother info would be greatly appreciated. What I meant was you could tell that you have the 'X'th neck thru model series guitar from your serial number, be it a 5 or a 6. From the body contouring for maximum playing comfort to the tilt-back reverse headstock for improved string intonation and the dynamic DiMarzio Tone Zone bridge and DiMarzio Air Norton neck pickups, the Nova sets the bar high for contemporary guitar design. Thanks, best. The two single coils are EMG style (ie covered in black plastic so you can't see the poles) and dont have any logo either. Soon, i promise! Shes in great original condition, barely any wear and playing sweetly, just a couple of tiny finish surface dings, with what seems to be an original case going by the perfectly bodyformed internal rectangular, black leather ends with white piping & stitching. How darest thou defile the sacred Surfcaster? Jackson makes the Custom Shop and USA Series in Corona, California. chart for ages. But there are good deals to be had I got my 94 Surfcaster HT, Sea Foam Green for a $725.00, with orig. Would Love to know a little more about the guitar ive sent some photos to me@grahampearson.com. The guitar you are interested in should be priced less than $900. The original issue Charvel Surfcasters, made in Japan in the early nineties with the fancy neck plates, had serial numbers in the range 335XXX 388XXX. Heres a link to a table of over 200 Surfcaster Serial Numbers: Your email address will not be published. Include pics of the front and back of the body, the front of the peghead, and the neckplate with its serial number. Bought my 91 Surfcaster brand new in a music shop in San Diego, CA in 1992. Are you selling? The serial number could mean anywhere from 1996 to 1999, but Id be comfortable assuming this was a very early Jackson- probably put together from leftover Charvel parts after the brands collapse, (they were both made at Chushin Gakki factory) and then branded with the Jackson logo. Log of Charvel USA guitars. Dimas Style 2 (2 hum rear loaded Tele body shape with Strat Head neck), and So-Cal Style 1 It seems theres not an exact correlation. Its serial number is 381907. Flash forward 12 years and I had to trade a brand new Reverend Double Agent II to get it back! I do a LOT of Bruce Cockburn covers and even do an annual Cockburn tribute for charity. The bulk of these neck plates (serial numbers 6011 - 6041) were used on the 2002 They are all I ever use in my band, Don Rown and the Uncommitted.. Post pictures of your Surfcasters, contribute to the serial number database, and offer your own experiences with the Surfcaster. Well post it to the database. In reality in good shape it's probably worth 5-600.00. I assumed it was original. Posted by Billy C on Mon, 09/01/2003 - 11:31. 6 string electric. They are fetching upwards of $900. It definitely does not look the same with the crooked numbers on the neckplate. The serial number on it is 256312, Fort Worth TX and I am pretty sure it is a Japan made, from my research I believe it is a 1987 Model 2 but can not find the serial number any where or anything else about it. -Rick matt86 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 12 Tweet #4 04-27-2009, 10:58 AM Thanks! Just picked up a Sea Foam Green 6-string with vibrola from Strum Guitars in Portland, OR. Posted by Michael Raymond LloydGTYAH on Sun, 01/23/2022 - 00:19. Thanks to everyone who has posted details of their Surfcaster. Ive got 12 surfcasters reported with that serial prefix in my database, but only one in trans orange. thanks again! like to know what year this is from serial is 000840, anyone that could help, i'd appreciate it. Green Quilt, Humbucker from Jackson, one lipstick, with C-Tail. Please confirm that the Charvel logo on the peghead is white and not black. These plates 369XX rather than 36923? the back is mahogany color, the logo is white and its a 6 string tremelo with 2 lipsticks in it. A SIX digit serial number system was used with the first two digits 6-string tremolo, 6-string C tail, 12-string, bass, or double-neck? , contribute to the serial number database, and offer your own experiences with the Surfcaster. It has two lipstick pickups. Model Series Charvel guitars. Hey, just a suggestion, but Id post James Rs last purchase price in your chart, as low as it was. Any clue what I have? I have 346553.I feel it is Ontario Yeah Mines a six digit chravel. 2. From what I can gather, they were made in the mid 1990s and probably made in Japan, which means the build quality is probably pretty decent, but the design doesnt really lend itself to a good sounding acoustic guitar, hence, the lack of demand and lower value. Surf Green The humbucker pickup is a Designed by Duncan one. Email Charvel Consumer Relations for more information on the year your USA or Custom Shop guitar was made. Buy it only if you like the way it plays and the price is right. How about some additional details about your Surfcaster? Box 2344 Fort Worth, TX 76113. Keep up the good work! Any info bout this guitar would be appreciated. lipstick tube p/u in the neck+ Jackson humbucker p/u, 1991 Tangerine Tremolo Charvel Surfcaster, Ultra Rare 1995 Charvel Surfcaster Humbucker Tremolo, https://www.facebook.com/kindfoz/media_set?set=a.10152611899271485.1073741829.611516484&type=1&pnref=story, http://www.wildguitars.com/sold/charvel-surfcaster-ex-pretenders-%E2%80%A2-850, http://www.mediafire.com/download/yc6zjiws94bqllp/jackson_surfcaster.zip, http://www.mercatinomusicale.com/mm/a_jackson-surfcaster-scambio-con-7-corde_id2819577.html, http://oliviasvintageguitars.com/other/guitars/2242/, http://audiozone.dk/guitargallery/?content%2FGuitar_catalog_scans%2FJackson_Charvel%2F1992_Charvel_Acoustic%2FCh1992AcouPage04.jpg, https://picasaweb.google.com/2009NCTA/Surfcaster, Maple/Mahogany body ; black headstock logos, Signed by Frank Black of the Pixies,white logo, tremolo bridge with plate on back of guitar, red figured top 6-string belonging to Tim Brewer, no Charvel on headstock; gold medallion on top of headstock, Maple/Mahogany body;blond stripe down the back, Charvel on headstock in white; belonged to the band Nine Inch Nails, Charvel on headstock in white, standard white nut, Restored, two long Gotoh vintage tuners needed, Kent Armstrong lipstick tube model SLHC-1 at neck, Charvel on headstock in white pearloid pickguard, Seymour Duncan humbucker pickup at bridge, later model Jackson off-white solid body 6-string. No one is really sure that there IS any rhyme or reason to the sequencing of Surfcaster serial numbers. Hi charvelsurfcaster I have the single lipstick in the neck and humbucker in bridge no tremolo. Pickups: 3 (5-way switch, vol, tone) For additional care tips, download the Charvel owner's manual. Apart from helping new Caster owners date their guitars, the real advantage of posting the complete serial number on this site is to help trace the guitar if it is ever stolen. were import models. : Did Charvel produce six digit serial number guitars? These are not real Jacksons! Posted by bls1313666 on Tue, 04/23/2013 - 17:56. As a manufacturer of NEW instruments only, Charvel has no direct involvement in the used, collector or vintage instruments markets and is therefore unable to offer or even speculate on the current value of your instrument. VIEW THE LATEST Sean Long Signature San Dimas Style 1 Its built like a tank!! JTal Guitars MODEL 0026 - "Magnificent Mayhem" Body: Original Charvel 475 Deluxe / Metallic Black Finish - Original (produced from 89-91 by Charvel) - Scratches here and there, specifically on the back - however major chips and dings were repaired to as close to the original finish a possible.NOTE: Charvel Neck Plate Serial Number 344675 Neck: Charvel 475 Deluxe Maple neck, Rosewood Fretboard . university of florida engineering, illegal content on discord, how to cancel a job on smartfind express, is cheech marin still alive, davis correctional facility warden, ben macdonald ita buttrose, warning indication crossword clue, how to make taco johns hot sauce, manuel ortiz obituary, things to do in weatherford, ok this weekend, macari vineyards net worth, illuminated atomic wall clock, kiko goats for sale in alabama, kid andrus net worth, why might b2b sales be a more financially rewarding career area than consumer sales,

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