Model: 625C. Any clue what I have? Posted by Jeff on Mon, 12/07/2015 - 18:02. Yes it is green all over, 6 string, with a silver (?) I need two (one of each side) of the long Gotoh vintage tuners that were used on these 12ers. So, the guitar im looking for seems to be produced after 95. How did you find it? I just bought a surf for $550 on craigslist. WAIT! We advise you to send your Charvel guitars to a Charvel Authorized Service Center for your repairs. Absolutely correct description SignoftheDragon I see i used the term sunburst in my initial mail so apologies for not using accurate descriptors. Can you tell me what it is? (i.e. The stamping of the serial number looks so different than any of mine or others Ive seen. Charvel Vintage 1980's Electric Guitar. Could newer information be added to the .xls template here? I have included a few pics too. Bridge: fixed with tapeze C tailpiece No one is really sure that there IS any rhyme or reason to the sequencing of Surfcaster serial numbers. Later! please information need Home. Posted by bls1313666 on Tue, 04/23/2013 - 17:56. I can understand this reluctance for a guitar like the Fender Stratocaster that can be knocked off by some far-east cheapo shop and sold by the hundreds to unsuspecting western white boys. Any help is golden. I'm after a bit of info on my Tele te custom It has two lipstick pickups and the serial number is 369361. 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. Happy to provide pics if it would be useful? Currently, Im still learning the intricacies of WordPress. I have to agree with Graham; sounds like its legit. Hi, Thats a classic surf by the way. Hey F. Rankenstone: Can you provide details of your Surfcaster? Don, if youre reading this, thank you- and let me know if youd like any help maintaining/updating etc. Still awaiting its arrival, but its definitely of the prime, early 90s period. Hi there! They finally got a couple in and the black one talked to me (Twilight Zone theme insert here). Seriously- my two cents is worth about, well, two cents. There are many pictures of these on this web site. Tremolo bar missing (of course), as is the back plate. 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. I also have two 00 as my first two digits of six humm, I understand the part about the 6 digit bolt on neck being a Jap. I love me some Surfcaster, and play all mine un-modded- but that by no means puts any restrictions on what you do with yours. I have a 90s seafoam green, 2x lipstick, tremolo version. What years were Jackson Guitars made in Japan? Bought in the UK. My first effort was to trash all of the spam posted to the various pages. If interested in music and guitars, then you are in the right place and will learn a lot. screw holes. But any significant blemish or customization really makes them affordable. back is mahogany Hi James: Most Surfs had the white Logo. All the text was in raised lettering giving. Its serial number is 381907. It seems to me that all the early Surfcasters had 2 lipstick pickups. I paid $500 for it. 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 :). I wonder if anyone can help me I have recently bought a surfcaster from a second-hand shop. Hi, my Charvel/Jackson has the backwards headstock with a single/humbucker config. Model Series Charvel guitars. Cheers. I purchased it for 500 in 2002, It is in pristine condition and now lives happily in Stoke on Trent in England. over black) in 2005. Neck adjustments must be done accurately for proper action, intonation and fretting. Features include a bound mahogany neck with scalloped heel, compound radius (12-16 inch) rosewood fingerboard with 24 jumbo frets and abalone inlays, abalone body and headstock binding, dual Seymour Duncan . Lets see if this link code works: Ser# 375819 As far as I know the 6 digit #'s were used on Japanese imports even though the neck plate says Fort Worth, Texas. Many dings, truss rod cover missing but. Bought it in late 1994 (2nd hand already; the previous owner mustve made a bad buy for whatever reason the bass sounds marvellous). (production) era, differing only in a FIVE versus FOUR digit numbering system. The former had white Charvel logos and the latter had black logos. Posted by Rascal on Thu, 03/29/2018 - 05:37. The neck plate on mine is plain with a rolled number in the 90xxxx range. .original caseany ideas on a value?? I already have an entry in the serial number database for your guitar. Lor, Thank you Graham, very useful hints. It's made of solid wood I think it's mahogany. One more to add to the database. Can't find model # anywhere. 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. Here is one for Jackson: Jackson Guitar Company & Serial Numbers Guitars built by Rhoads and Jackson will have serial numbers from 1001 to 5491. Does it sound like an original? Thanks in advance guys. Copyright 1999 - 2023 , All Rights Reserved. I would like to know the model and year of it. I purchased this because it played and sounded better than any comparably priced Fender in the store. I meant has not had. briefly in 2002 and later in 2005. I've had a 1986 Jackson Charvel Model 6 for 30 years. if 6-string, tremolo or Ctail? Please email pictures of your bass to donrownrocks@yahoo.com. 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. Serial number 372600, hi, Bolt on neck with a Tele headstock Posted by Agent_420 on Wed, 04/28/2004 - 22:44. i.e. No engraving on black plastic neck plate on headstock. So I've done a bit of research, and it seems that the Charvel guitars with 'Ft. the last few months of Charvel production, late 1985 - 1986 a "Jackson" not Somewhere on this continuum lie Charvel USA guitars made in the early '80s in San Dimas, California. Gina, Hi: Heres one for the database: Serial Number 385871. 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. Who is considered the best guitar player ever. logo ("Made in USA" underneath logo), four digit serial number and a San Dimas, Mine says 338639. Guitar Discussion Forum Archive - September, 2002, The Best Acoustic Guitars Under $300 - Gearank Rated, Allowed HTML tags:
    1. . I have 346553.I feel it is Ontario Yeah Mines a six digit chravel. It became synonymous with blazing leads and west coast swagger. I bought mine from a gentleman in Portland Oregon for $1631+taxes/shipping. The FIRST Charvel Guitar Serial Number 1001 & Evolution Of The Strat Video! Keep up the good work! Where are Jackson Guitars made? I got also a six digit serial in my Charvel 371466 Have plenty of pics. Flash forward 12 years and I had to trade a brand new Reverend Double Agent II to get it back! 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. These neck plates were typically black in color (a few chrome ones are known to exist) and Only serial number I found was 69.1021 custom orders), USA made Charvel guitars (true to the original San Dimas era Please contact your local Charvel Authorized Dealer for more information on the availability of our products. The first two number digits in the serial number identify the year the guitar was created. Which possible details to recognize that change? Yes, mine has a six digit number. Scammers use stolen pics & serial #s to claim losses on guitars they never owned, and claim them destroyed or stolen during some catastrophe or other- leaving you with a guitar that is on record somewhere as stolen or destroyed, and causing who knows how much future inconvenience (possible arrest? More information about formatting options, Contact | Contents | Privacy Policy | Forum. Havent played it for a while but seing this site has inspired me to get it out more. I'm at a loss finding where it was made or what model it is. But there are good deals to be had I got my 94 Surfcaster HT, Sea Foam Green for a $725.00, with orig. Great info todd, can you send me a picture so I can add it to the database? Not bad at all for 2013. thankyou very much ! I saw this in the corner and jumped on it! appear to have been used only intermittently for a month or two commencing around April, Pretty sure I bought it around 1988-89. So dont buy this guitar as an investment. I got a mint 62 Fender Tremolux with it as well. A real keeper. Your Surfcasters serial number indicates it was manufactured later than 1995. Purchased in 2018 from a Guitar Center in Plano, TX. Your guitar was most likely made in 1991. Charvel Pro-Mod Style 1, Style 2, DK24, Artist Series and USA Select guitars that were made from 2013 until present day feature a 10-digit alphanumeric serial number located on the back of the headstock or neckplate. Those scans are sweet. Seafoam Green Serial No. This was in the past 2 years, and yes, both of them are real MIJ Surfcasters (sound hole, shark fin inlays, toothpaste logo, etc.) How can I find out what it is worth$?. There are lots of bridge systems out there and without giving a big history lesson here let me just say that in the early-mid 1980s everyone wanted to use a Floyd Rose tremolo.This was inspired by Eddie Van Halen and Mr Floyd Rose through the invention of the Floyd Rose Tremolo. Portland, Oregon. Brought it over to Perth/Western Australia in 2010 These plates have serial numbers starting at 6000 and The headstock was dented and the neck was scarred on its back. This style of neck plate is found on pre-serialized (prepro) I dont think the Indian Jacksons came with that, did they? Posted by Dave Koch on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 20:54. important. 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. It seems very clean (almost too clean, not a nick on it) with an original case (Im told, didnt see it). Ill post his link on the links page. I assumed it was original. 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. introduction of the 4 digit "serialized" neck plates in late 1981. I own a black bass no. chart for ages. Product Description: The Charvel Desolation DS-1 ST has a single-cutaway mahogany body with a carved top and neck-through-body design. *Single Line Klusons I learned refers to the name stamping style not the in line 12 sting tuners one sometimes sees dont worry no new holes were drilled. Log of Charvel USA guitars. used. "serialized" Charvel era, 1981 to 1986. Its a fantastic guitar and I would buy another Heres the page from the 92 catalog: http://audiozone.dk/guitargallery/?content%2FGuitar_catalog_scans%2FJackson_Charvel%2F1992_Charvel_Acoustic%2FCh1992AcouPage04.jpg. I am the original owner of a midnite black Surfcaster (6 string w/trem) Serial # 378361 bought in Berkeley Ca in Sept. 1991. Photos, soon! insurance fraud allegations?) Hi there I just received a Black Surfcaster here in Seattle from a store in NC, Charlette, I think. Mahogony body. Thanks! Location: MS, USA Dimas Charvel guitars! The serial number of an acoustic guitar may be on the back or on the label in the sound hole. I cant make out the serial number. looks like the knobs, pickups and pots have all been changed since I last owned this. Finish: Ebony. I suspect the pickups and electronics in the 12-string are identical to the 6-string. No modifications. 5. It was on the guitar when I bought it. Otherwise Davids surf looks stock and authentic though, exactly like mine. I have been looking for one of these for years and couldnt be happier with the one I found. : 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. Send me a picture and Ill tell you the exact year. All-in-all its just perfect, lovely tone. Your serial number 378361 puts it closer to September of 1993 rather than September of 1991 so Id be interested if you can confirm your information somehow. I forget the model number. 384522 Any ideas on the year? I'm not an expert, but have been learning about all things Charvel for a few years now (thought I only own 1 so far). Someone finally posted one here in the US and I snagged it. This question is for testing whether you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. Posted by Harvey on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 19:30. It has a sticker inside that says 1809, and I cant seem to find any other numbers on the guitar. $1,250. I've had dozens of them and still have about 10 or so. my Charvel number 009585 I was told by a music store owner that it is a made in japan model. So how about if we post ALL last known prices, no matter how low? The bulk of these neck plates (serial numbers 6011 - 6041) were used on the 2002 Limited Edition Charvel Bulls Eye Reissue guitars. Since then Ive been offered ridiculous amounts to sell it but always refused. : If music and guitar has never been part of your interests then this site may change your view and be a music lover. Guitar Finish High gloss nitrocellulose lacquer (Aged) Pickguard Black/Cream/Black; Truss Rod Cover Black/Cream/Black; . They used Charvel licenses Gotoh tuners. Any idea if its just junk knockoff of old and of some value? If this unit is on your guitar that would positively date it to 1987 or later. Graham. 2 Lipstick pickups. If there are any other Surfie owners out there who are the original owners and can verify their daste of purchase, Id be interested to hear from them. Just picked up a Sea Foam Green 6-string with vibrola from Strum Guitars in Portland, OR. A FOUR digit serial number starting. "Made in USA" after the "N" in Jackson. I just spoke with Eric. with serial number 6000 and ending with 6050 was Do you guys have any ideas? Lipstick PU w/Coil tap on bridge For information and assistance in purchasing parts outside of the United States, please contact the Charvel distributor in your country or region. CA can be found on plates having serial numbers The space between the string and the fret at this area should be no more than .020". Need new mid boost pick up set Current Location: Kansas City, MO Posted by Ernesto on Fri, 03/05/2021 - 01:03. Its an early Charvel 6 String in this fading green finish with black humbucker and the C-bridge. I was wondering the same thing. 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. the plate. Is is a real one? Can you send me a picture of your guitar? 6-string or 12-string? Please let me know of any errors in this description. of these plates had the Ontario, CA address lettering painted black NOT gold. 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. Williams began playing guitar at age 13, when his parents-assuming it was only a phase-got him an inexpensive Squier beginner . Is it Jap? My model is a CX391. Include pics of the front and back of the body, the front of the peghead, and the neckplate with its serial number. The All the electricals seem kind of cheap, so will most likely replace all the wiring, knobs and jack but will keep the originals with the guitar and the old Chandler and the new one will stay in the guitar. Craig. Any idea if it's just junk knockoff of old and of some value? I have a Charvel Bass guitar, serial number located on the last blind fret reads "C001962" it has 3 Charvel by Jackson/Charvel pickups. I found a late Surfcaster and I want to figure out if it cuold be a good buy. I would like to contribute to the database. Yenshan The Charvel Surfcaster acoustic electrics seem to usually run in the $300-400 range. Ive also added 3 new links. 386345. were import models. I just couldnt conceive that the serial numbers would be so far off from mine. loaded Strat body shape with Strat Head neck), San Mines over 20 yrs old, bolt on neck, fire crackle finish, Fell in love with that particular finish, but I only ever see red orange black seafoam etc. NON-PERMANENT MODS??? 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