Manning's Musicals

CONN SOUSAPHONE. MODEL 36K. COMPLETE WITH CASE.

mannings — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:43:15 +0000

Here is a Conn sousaphone, model 36k, serial number GH 800110, made 1978.

It has a 24″ bell and comes complete with its worn, but still functional case, which did have wheels, but these are now missing.

All the slides are free moving, and it appears to be all original. It comes with a Dennis Wick 2L mouthpiece. There are some dents, as shown in the photos.

Overall, a great playing sousa with lots of life left.

Price = £950.

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LINE6 FLEXTONE II XL. 2 x 12″ GUITAR COMBO AMP. 2x50W

mannings — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 18:14:42 +0000

Here is a Line6 Flextone II XL guitar combo, in very good condition.

It is 2 x 50 watt stereo with 2 x 12″ Celsestion speakers.

It is complete with its dedicated pedalboard and heavy duty canvas cover.

Everything works just as it should.

In all a great sounding, powerful amp with lots of amp simulations and lots of fantastic effects.

ROLAND CompuRhythm CR-8000 DRUM MACHINE.

mannings — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 18:11:17 +0000

Here is a Roland CompuRhythm CR-8000 drum machine.

This is being sold as spares or repair.

The button for the start/stop is missing but the switch still works. A lot of the switches need a “wiggle” or extra pressure to get them to function. The 1st bank selector switch is not working, although that bank can still be accessed as it goes to the 1st bank on power up by default. All the voice level knobs are working. I don’t know if any of the programming side of it works, as i don’t know how to operate it! Some of the leds do not light up.

VINTAGE VALVE WEM COPICAT (WATKINS ELECTRIC MUSIC).

mannings — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 18:08:22 +0000

Here is a vintage valve WEM valve copicat. It is being sold as spares or repair.

When switched on it does not light up (blown bulb?), but the motor spindle turns the tape across the heads. I can get a faint signal from the first channel, nothing from the second.

VINTAGE WEM COPICAT (WATKINS ELECTRIC MUSIC).

mannings — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 18:03:48 +0000

Here is a WEM copicat. It is being sold as spares or repair.

When switched on it lights up and the motor spindle turns the tape across the heads. I cannot get a signal from it.

48 KEY DUET CONCERTINA. LACHENAL? spares or repair.

mannings — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:48:41 +0000

Here is a 48 button duet concertina, probably made by Lachenal.

It has steel reeds,which are all present, and appear original. It has the number 2769 stamped on both reed pans.

Click on any photo to enlarge.

30 KEY ANGLO CONCERTINA METAL ENDS. LACHENAL?

mannings — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:39:25 +0000

Here are the metal ends for an anglo concertina, probably from a Lachenal.

A few of the button holes appear to have been enlarged for some reason.

Measures 5 3/4″ across the flats.

RARE 30 KEY ANGLO CONCERTINA. spares or repair.

mannings — Sat, 29 May 2010 16:08:14 +0000

Here is a very rare anglo concertina made by W. Ramsden.

I have never come across a concertina by this maker and can find no info on the net. It is 30 button with steel reeds. It has the number 2496 stamped on both reed pans.

The condition is poor and is sold as spares or repair.

All the reeds are present and appear original.

The label in the right hand end states, ‘W. RAMSDEN – MANUFACTURER. Hx’, with an image of a concertina. Hx is short for Halifax, West Yorkshire.

VERY OLD GLOCKENSPIEL. LOVELY TONE, CONCERT PITCH.

mannings — Mon, 10 May 2010 13:35:55 +0000

Here is an old glockenspiel, very hard to date, i would guess 1900.

It has a lovely strong tone and is in concert pitch.

It is 2 octave, C – C.

The marks on the bars are from where the lid holds the bars in place during transport. They should clean up ok.

Size = 51cm x 39cm. Price = £195.

LUCIDA GUITARRON, (MARIACHI BASS) WITH GIG BAG.

mannings — Tue, 04 May 2010 16:33:45 +0000

Here is a LUCIDA GUITARRON, (MARIACHI BASS) WITH GIG BAG. It is in very good condition. Price = £250.

VINTAGE HOFNER “ARTIST” BASS, 1963.

mannings — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:38:42 +0000

Here is a VINTAGE HOFNER “ARTIST” BASS, circa 1963. The condition is rough as the pictures show. It plays well and all the electrics work. It comes with what i believe is its original case.

CMI 1970′s JUMBO ACOUSTIC GUITAR, JAPAN.

mannings — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:30:58 +0000

Here is a CMI 1970′s JUMBO ACOUSTIC GUITAR, made in JAPAN. It is in very good playing condition. Price = £125.

CLIFFORD ESSEX “IMPERIAL” MANDOLIN BANJO.

mannings — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:26:39 +0000

Here is a 1920′s Clifford Essex Imperial mandolin banjo. It is a good player and is all original.

Price = £295.

GORDON SMITH GS1 ELECTRIC GUITAR.

mannings — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:01:40 +0000

Here is a Gordon Smith GS1 electric guitar in good playing condition. Serial # 00386. Gordon Smith guitars have informed me this was made in July 1980. It has a single humbucker pick up which has a coil tap operated by the push-pull volume control. The neck is straight with no fret wear. There is some fingerboard wear.

UNIVOX CUSTOM SEMI ACOUSTIC GUITAR.

mannings — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:45:45 +0000

Here is a late 60′s early 70′s, made in Japan, Univox Custom. It is all original, one of the control knobs is damaged. PRICE = £325.

1950′S IVORY QUEEN 5 STRING BANJO.

mannings — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 15:24:25 +0000

Here is a vintage 1950′s? Ivory Queen 5 string banjo. I believe these were made by George Houghton & Sons of Birmingham, as it has a gold embossed lion with ‘british made’ below. This was Houghtons stamp. It is in very good playing condition. It has a new vellum head and new geared tuners. Price = £425.

VINTAGE – OLD GUITAR SHAPE MANDOLIN.

mannings — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:13:33 +0000

Here is an unusual guitar shaped mandolin. I have had similar mandolins in the past, but thay have had pictures on the back, also they have had unvarnished tops.

It made from all solid woods, spruce top, maple back and sides.

The label states ‘Patelli Picarra – Grand Depot of Musical Instruments – PORT SAID (Egypt)’.

The neck is straight with no fretwear (recently dressed). The action is very good and it has a good strong tone.

PRICE = £225.

VINTAGE VRS110c ELECTRIC GUITAR. PRS STYLE.

mannings — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:08:22 +0000

Here is a Vintage VRS110c electric guitar in gloss black. It is in very good order. Good straight neck, no fret or fingerboard wear. Some very slight scratches, hardly noticeable.

Current RRP = £289.

Here’s what Vintage say – The fixed bridge VRS110c guitar features a tidy and efficient intonated wrap-over bridge/tailpiece combination. This robust style of bridge system has seen a resurgence of popularity in the last few years thanks to its authentic tonal quality, the simplicity and effectiveness of the original 50’s design possessing a unique and individual appeal.

The tonal powerhouse of the VRS guitars is the Wilkinson® double coil pickups. Meticulously designed by Trevor, their classically-voiced, meaty double coil tone will capture the heart of even the most sceptical of guitarists. Using straightforward volume and tone controls with a 3-way toggle switch, these versatile guitars move from fruity-toned neck pickup sounds to flat-out bridge pickup excitement – VRS guitars pack tone with punch!.

OLD OPEN BACK 5 FIVE STRING BANJO.

mannings — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:02:23 +0000

Here is an unusual open back 5 string banjo. It has a carved headstock and heel. The cast metal pot has an intricate pattern around it. The neck is mahogany with an ebony fingerboard. It is missing its inlay. One of the tuning pegs is bent but works OK. It has 26 tension hooks, 24 are new and 2 are original. The perch pole has an adjuster to alter the action. The vellum head is relatively new and shows no wear.

Overall a highly unusual 5 string banjo that plays well.

FYLDE BOUZOOKI BOUZOUKI GUITAR.

mannings — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:23:01 +0000

Here is a very rare custom made bouzooki guitar by Fylde. It has mahogany back and sides with a cedar top, rosewood fingerboard and bridge. It was made in 1992. It has quite a bit of fretwear and they will need stoning or maybe a refret. Still plays well though. Currently tuned to the top 4 strings of a guitar. It has 2 unrepaired cracks in the top. It has an undersaddle pickup fitted and has a hard case.

Being sold on behalf of a customer.

FICOSECCO ITALIAN MELODEON BUTTON ACCORDION in D/G.

mannings — Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:05:05 +0000

Here is an as new Ficosecco melodeon in D/G. It was a special order direct from the maker in Italy.

It’s a 3 voice model, although the couplers show it is musette, it is actually 2 mid reeds with a low reed (LMM). It has accidental notes on the first button of each row.

The reeds are Tipo a Mano. It has had very little use as it was bought for a special project which never happened.

Price = £1200.

SOPRANO CURTAL, DULCIAN, BASSOON.

mannings — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 16:15:58 +0000

Here is a soprano Curtal, an early form of bassoon used mainly in renaissance music. Made of maple with brass fittings. It is in good condition, no chips or cracks, some wear to the finish around the bell. It is very well made and appears to be a ‘true’ example, rather than amateur made.

Length = 12″ (305mm). Weight 250g.

In all a rare to find instrument, in good condition.

VINTAGE GUITAR SHAPE MANDOLIN.

mannings — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:17:51 +0000

Here is a guitar shape mandolin from the 1920′s. It has solid flamed maple back and sides, and a solid spruce top.

There is some wear to the pick guard, and lots of small scratches and dints to the finish. Otherwise it is in very good gondition for its age, there are no cracks or separations. The neck is straight, it has a rosewood fingerboard with no fretwear.

It is a fine player with a very good action.

PEAVEY 5 FIVE STRING BASS c/w NEW GIG BAG. VGC.

mannings — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:19:32 +0000

Here is a Peavey International Series 5 string electric bass.

It is in very good condition, no dents or bad scratches, just some very minor scratches that can only be seen when angled in the light.

All the electrics are working as they should.

HOHNER GAELIC IV BUTTON ACCORDION – MELODEON in B/C.

mannings — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:15:33 +0000

Currently for sale on ebay.

Here is an Hohner Gaelic IV melodeon in B/C. It is in great playing condition. All the straps are in very good condition. It a 4 voice accordion with 3 couplers and is in musette tuning (L-M-M-M). The tuning is good. The bellows tape appears to be replaced as the ends look uneven. Also there is one piece missing on the bottom of the bellows (did they run out of tape?).

The bellows compression is good. The buttons are all at an even height and don’t dissappear into the fingerboard.

It comes with a new looking hard case.

In all a great playing box with a fast action.

BUESCHER SOPRANO TRUE TONE SAXOPHONE. ORIG. CASE & M/P.

mannings — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 19:45:49 +0000

Here is a Buescher soprano saxophone, serial # 217329, which dates it to 1927. It appears to be all original with its case and mouthpiece. It has the ‘true tone’ stamp and is low pitch. The mouthpiece is in good condition, no wear to the tip or rails, it has a very faint stamp, ‘THE BUESCHER – ELKHART – Bb’. The mouthpiece alone is a very rare for find for Buescher sopranos. It has a much shorter shank than standard m/p’s. The overall condition of the sax is good, no dents or bad scratches. The pads look like they have plenty of life left, and all have their reflectors.

THIS SAX WILL REQUIRE A FULL OVERHAUL.

HOFNER BEATLE,VIOLIN or CLUB BASS TRAPEZE LYRE TAILPIECE.

mannings — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:13:10 +0000

Hofner bass trapeze tailpiece.

New old stock. Made in Germany. Chrome plated.

Price = £25.

TANGLEWOOD TW70 ACOUSTIC GUITAR. VGC. SEYMOUR DUNCAN.

mannings — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 21:37:15 +0000

Currently for sale on ebay.

Here is a Tanglewood TW70 acoustic guitar, current RRP £539. It is in very good condition with a straight neck, no wear to the frets or fingerboard.

It comes with a good quality Ritter gig bag (cost £30), and a fitted Seymour Duncan ’Woody’ sound hole pick up (cost £40). The only issue with it was a strap button fitted in the wrong place. I have removed it and filled the small screw hole (see pic 9).

It is grand auditorium size, it has a solid spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides.

BERG LARSEN ALTO SAXOPHONE MOUTHPIECE. ROVNER LIGATURE.

mannings — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:23:14 +0000

Here is a vintage Berg Larsen metal alto saxophone mouthpiece.

It is in good usable condition. It has minor surface scratches.

The tip, rails and face are in good condition, there is tooth wear to the “bite” area.

It comes with a cap and a Rovner “3ML” ligature.

It is stamped, BERG LARSEN – 95 – 1 - SMS.

VINTAGE SELMER SOPRANO SAXOPHONE MOUTHPIECE. S80 C*.

mannings — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:17:59 +0000

Here is a vintage Selmer soprano saxophone mouthpiece.

It is in very good usable condition.

The tip, rails and face are in good condition. There is no tooth wear.

It is stamped, S80 – HENRI SELMER PARIS – C*- MADE IN FRANCE.

There is no cap or ligature.

VINTAGE 50′s/60′s ZENITH PARLOUR STYLE GUITAR.

mannings — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:06:17 +0000

Here is a 50′s or 60′s parlour style guitar by Zenith. It plays really well with a good action. It is in good condition, good frets and fingerboard. There is slight shrinkage to the centre join in the top. The tuners are stiff to turn but still work fine. But it doesn’t affect it. The label has a model name “JOSH WHITE” crossed out and a new model name written in ink “SPANISH CONCERT”. It has the usual Ivor Mairants signature.

VINTAGE HH H&H STUDIO 60 GUITAR AMPLIFIER, AMP.

mannings — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:36:55 +0000

Here is a vintage HH STUDIO 60 MOS-FET guitar amplifier. It is in very good working condition. Everything is working just as it should. A few scuffs scrapes reflecting its age. It has a great sound and is LOUD. It appears to be all original. It has a heavy duty cast chassis speaker, and an ingenius fold out arm so you can tilt it back. It has a voltage converter for 110v, 220v, 240v.

Dimensions = 20″ x 17″ x 10″. Weight = 17kg.

More info can be found at http://www.hhamplification.co.uk/ampcom.asp

Price = £175.

VINTAGE PREMIER MARCHING BASS DRUM 24″ x 6″.

mannings — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:35:29 +0000

Here is a vintage Premier marching bass drum. It is 24″ x 6″, a very handy size which is no longer available, making it light at 6kg. There is some wear to the wooden rims, 1 dent in one of the plastic heads, but it is in very good usable condition.

HH H&H VS BASSAMP with 1 x 15 BASS SPEAKER CAB. 100w.

mannings — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:33:35 +0000

Here is a vintage HH VS bassamp & 1 x 15 bass cab. It is in very good working condition. Everything is working just as it should. A few scuffs scrapes reflecting its age. It has a great sound and is LOUD. It appears to be all original. This has the ‘electro-luminescence’ , the classic HH green light behind the front panel. More info can be found at http://www.hhamplification.co.uk/ampcom.asp

Dimensions - amp = 26″ x 10″ x 5″. Cab = 26″ x 25″ x 12″.

RARE VINTAGE SELMER HOFNER COMMITTEE CASE.

mannings — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:31:27 +0000

Here is a vintage 1960′s Selmer guitar case. I originally got it with an Hofner committee. But i’m sure Selmer supplied these cases with other arch top guitars. All the catches and hinges are present and working as they should. The leather handle has been repaired, and ideally needs replacing. It has obviously had 3 stickers on the lid, the silhouette drawing appears to be John Lennon. The green plush lining is in very good condition. Please study the 11 photos for the outer condition.

Internal measurements –

Width at bottom bout = 18″.

Top bout = 13 1/2″.

Bottom to middle compartment = 24″.

Overall length = 44″.

Depth = 6″.

VINTAGE BOOSEY & HAWKES WOODEN REGENT Bb CLARINET.

mannings — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:43:09 +0000

Here is a Boosey & Hawkes wooden Bb clarinet. It is a Regent model and is in good playing condition, no chips or cracks. All pads and corking are good. It has its original mouthpiece, ligature and cap. It comes in a new TKL lightweight case, current price £33.50.

TAYLOR NS62-CE CLASSICAL GUITAR WITH CASE.

mannings — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 16:03:16 +0000

Taylor NS62-CE classical guitar in very, VERY good condition. It has its original case, complete with the manuals for the Fishman pick up system. It is ALL solid wood with beautiful figure to the back and sides. More info can be found on the Taylor website.

FENDER STRATOCASTER, HSS, WITH CASE.

mannings — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:44:07 +0000

Fender Stratocaster in very, VERY good condition. It is the HSS model, 50th anniversary, from the late 90′s. It has its original case (with keys!), and all its tags. The humbucker is by Seymour Duncan.

PRICE = £795.

RARE EARLY KAMAKA UKULELE UKELELE.

mannings — Mon, 18 May 2009 10:53:38 +0000

Here is a Kamaka, koa, soprano ukulele from the 1930′s, possibly late 20′s.

I have been in touch with Kamaka themselves who have informed me it is genuine, and made by Sam Kamaka senior in the early 30′s.

It is all original. Two of the pegs are damaged. There are two cracks, either side of the bridge. One small “dent”, on the top left edge of the body. Otherwise it is in very good condition considering its age.

ROGER ARCHTOP GUITAR. JUNIOR CUTAWAY MODEL. LATE 50′S.

mannings — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:27:16 +0000

Late 50′s Roger archtop guitar. Handmade by Wensel Rossmeisl, it is a “Junior cutaway” model.
The serial # is 2518. It is all original apart from one changed tuner button. Both top and bottom parts of the bridge are hollow. The tuners are stamped Roger. The scratchplate is missing. There are 2 filled screwholes where a floating pickup was once fitted.

Dimensions.
Width at nut = 45mm.
Scale length = 630mm.
Lower bout width = 435mm.
Overall height = 1060mm.

GEORGE FORMBY DALLAS E MODEL UKULELE BANJO.

mannings — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 22:03:50 +0000

Here is a Dallas E model George Formby ukulele banjo.
It is in very good playing condition, some wear, scratches etc as to be expected in a 50 year old instrument. It appears to be all original.

These are quite rare to find, i have had all the Dallas models, this is the first E model i have had in stock.

The serial # = E/1263.

In all a fantastic playing/sounding example of this rare uke banjo.

For those of you not in the know, this same model was owned by George, and later George Harrison. The only difference being it was gold plated. It was sold at Bonhams auctions, June 2008, for £21,600. Of course, it had the kudos of being owned by both Georges.

FENDER JAZZ BASS.

mannings — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 20:10:07 +0000

Here is a Fender Jazz Bass, VINTAGE COLLECTION JB75-US. It is in truly amazing condition, hardly used, basically as new.
The serial number places it to 2004. It has an ash body, rather than the usual alder on the cheaper models. It also has vintage USA pick ups. It comes with a Hiscox quality case, which is also in as new condition (still has its keys).

BODY – ASH
NECK – MAPLE OVAL TYPE, 432 SCALE
FRETBOARD – MAPLE or ROSEWOOD (IVORY BINDING),
NUT WIDTH – 38mm
PICKUPS - J-BASS VINTAGE(USA) x 2
CONTROLS – 2 VOL, 1 TONE
BRIDGE VINTAGE

FULLY MOUNTED QUALITY 4/4 VIOLIN BOWS.

mannings — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:10:04 +0000

These are new, old stock, violin bows made in the Paesold factory, Germany.

They have a fully mounted nickel silver frog & have a strong, pernambuco, octagonal stick.

They are a quality not seen under £100 anymore. when they’ve gone, that’s it.

Limited number left.

Price = £65 inc. P&P.

HOHNER CORSO MELODEON IN D/G. BUTTON ACCORDION.

mannings — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 22:43:29 +0000

Here is an Hohner Corso melodeon, made in Germany, in the same condition as i bought it. Dates from 1950′s/60′s. It is three voice musette tuned. Originally, it was in B/C, but has been converted to D/G. The tuning is very good, no broken reeds, all valves good. Yes, the condition is poor, as you can see in the many photos, but it plays like a dream. Excellent compression on the bellows, (should be with all that tape!), and a light, fast action.

If you don’t care what it looks like, but want a great sounding, easy playing melodeon this is for you. It still has years of life in it.

Dimensions = 12 1/2″ x 8″ x 13″.

Weight = 4kg.

GIUSTOZZI ORGANETTO – MELODEON – BUTTON ACCORDION. HANDMADE ITALIAN

mannings — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 21:39:57 +0000

Here is a melodeon made by Giustozzi, Castelfidardo, Italy. It is in the key of A. It is in fantastic condition, with its original case. It is a three voice instrument, which is dry tuned (LMM). It has one stop to remove the low note. It has 12 keys in total, the three on the second row are repeat notes in reverse, ie, on the pull instead of the push, and vice versa. Very handy for complicated runs. Also all three together on the pull give the arpeggio chord of A, handy to finish a tune with a full chord, when you’ve run out of air on the push!

It has two built in microphones, which work well (connecting cable included). The tuning is spot on, i know, i tuned it! I am the UK’s only maker of cajun accordions, and also offer tuning services to my customers. Note, the very first low note, (the one you don’t use!), does not have the low voice, it was made that way.

I could go on, i have been to the workshop in Castelfidardo twice, and all the accordions they make are excellent. If this is for you, you will not be disappointed.

Overall, a fantastic playing melodeon, fast action, with a fat, loud sound for its small size.

Weight = 2.35kg.

Dimensions = 9 1/2 ” x 5 1/2″ x 11 1/4″.

Price = £495.

TURKISH SAZ with CASE.

mannings — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:36:42 +0000

Here is a turkish Saz, complete with a soft padded (quilted) case which fits very well. It has tie on frets and the sound hole is in the bottom, which is usual for a saz. The condition is very good, no cracks, no separations, some very minor scuffs/blemishes in the varnish. It plays very well with the classic sound you just can’t reproduce on any other instrument. The tie on frets also give it the unique sound, as they are not in “western” intervals. The usual tuning is GG, DD, AA.

Length =32 1/2″. (83cm). Weight = 562g.

HOHNER HARMONICA BELT. HB6. HOLDS 6 HARPS.

mannings — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 18:25:32 +0000

Here is an Hohner harmonica belt. It holds six harmonicas.

The pockets are elasticated. It has an adjustable nylon strap.

It is new, old stock.

Price = £20.

OLD SCHMIDT 4/4 VIOLIN.

mannings — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 14:18:55 +0000

1950′s ZENITH ARCHTOP GUITAR.

mannings — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:47:33 +0000

This is a Zenith 1950′s archtop imported by Boosey & Hawkes. I believe they were made in Germany. The label states, “The new zenith de luxe model. This instrument, Serial No. BIJOU 2068 has been tested and approved by Ivor Mairants (signature). Sole distributors Boosey & Hawkes LTD London”. It has new tuners, an added Artec neck pickup & a new bone saddle. Otherwise it is all original. No cracks or separations, good straight, 3 part neck. Neck, back and front are all bound. It is made of all solid wood. This is the 4th one of these i’ve had, & they have all had the same Serial No!.

MARSHALL FOOTSWITCH for TSL 60, 100, 122, 601 & 602.

mannings — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:53:18 +0000

PAOLO SOPRANI C#/D 1950′s MELODEON – BUTTON ACCORDION.

mannings — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 20:32:05 +0000

LOUIS CAJUN ACCORDIONS.

mannings — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:50:23 +0000

These are handmade by me. I have made 21 to date. I use Binci, Antonelli, or Cagnoni reeds. The bellows are made by Galassi, all Italian. I also tune 4 voice melodeons to any style required by the customer.

PAIR OF BONES, MADE OF REAL BONE! 8″ LONG.

mannings — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:40:44 +0000

£9 a pair.

HOHNER AMATONA IV MELODEON ACCORDION. B/C. EXCELLENT.

alan — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:10:42 +0000

Here is an Hohner Amatona IV melodeon in B/C tuning. It is made in Switzerland, which are far superior to the German made ones. It is a 4 voice instrument with musette tuning and a low reed. The condition can be seen in the many photos.

All the original reeds are present in very good condition, as are the valves. There are no broken or replacement reeds. Each reed has the T stamp, which are the best Hohner reeds you can get in my opinion. The tuning is very good, for every single note. Rare to find!

The compression is very good, some superficial wear to the bellows, very slight, but has to be mentioned. The insides are very clean. The shoulder straps are worn, and while still functioning, ideally need replacing. All other straps are original and good. There is a single small hole in the back of the keyboard, where a thumbstrap was fixed.

It comes with a padded “gig bag” style case, which has a shoulder strap.

In all, an excellent sounding melodeon, with a fast action.

ANTIQUE LYON & HEALY PARLOUR GUITAR. WASHBURN 1900′S.

alan — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 12:06:30 +0000

Here is a Lyon & Healy parlour or parlor guitar made around late 1800′s, 1900? If you can help with dating it, please let me know. I have just been informed it may be early 1926. See questions below.

Q: Hi from Paris, The serial number places your guitar in early 1926. Although it is possible that the back is solid, sides are for sure laminated like all L&H of this period. This was made to strengthen the body, and at the time it was not a way to cut costs… It is not braced for modern steel strings so I would recommand Thomastik rope core or spectrum extra light. They will save the top and provide the perfect vintage sound of these instruments. I personally own a L&H of the same year with a bigger body but not in such a good shape and a 1912 Washburn. Good luck Jeff

A: Hi Jeff, many thanks for your input. I thought the ink stamp is a model or style number. Also the ‘upside down’ tuner cogs date it earlier. I think they probably are original. Although they work fine, why keep them if they aren’t? Of course i may be totally wrong, you obviously have more experience of these than me. My knowledge of L&H guitars is limited, after all, they don’t turn up everyday! I’ll leave string choice to the new owner.

Originally it had a tailpiece & floating bridge, now it has a fixed bridge of the appropriate style. You can see the filled screwholes in the bottom where the tailpiece used to be.

The brand in the back strip states “MADE BY LYON & HEALY CHICAGO ILL. USA”. There is an ink stamp inside on the top block, 274-7. It has a bone nut & saddle, 5 bone bridge pins, the other being plastic. The neck is perfectly straight with no fret or fingerboard wear. It has the classic V profile.

The bracing for the top is very minimal, one above the soundhole, one slightly diagonal below the soundhole, and a bridge brace that runs the whole width across. This gives it a large free area for producing that all important element, TONE.

It is very light and resonant.

Solid mahogany back and sides, solid spruce top, ebony finger board and bridge.

In all, a fantastic playing guitar, which has been restored with no expense spared.

Dimensions,

Length = 37″ (940mm).

Width at lower bout = 12 3/4″ (324mm).

Upper bout = 9 1/4″ (235mm).

Body depth at bottom = 4 1/8″ (105mm).

Body depth at heel = 3 1/4″ (83mm).

Width at nut = 1 3/4″ (45mm).

Scale length = 20 1/4″ (515mm).

Weight = 1.4kg.

SELMER. PAIR OF Bb/A WOOD CLARINETS.

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JTL – JEAN THIBOUVILLE LAMY, WOODEN FLUTE.

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GRASSI, ITALY. OBOE.

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J.E. DALLAS “GRAFTON”, PLASTIC ALTO SAXOPHONE.

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The gold paint on the bottom is to hide a repaired crack.

BRILHART EBOLIN ALTO SAXAPHONE MOUTHPIECE.

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BOOSEY & HAWKES EMPEROR BASSOON.

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ARCHER ADJUSTABLE ALTO SAXOPHONE MOUTHPIECE.

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Precision engineered, with adjustable lay. They were so expensive they never caught on.

PREMIER SOLO MARCHING DOUBLE SNARE DRUM.

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BESSON MARIMBA – XYLOPHONE.

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MACLOED HIGHLAND BAGPIPES.

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J. WALSH SHUTTLE PIPES.

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UNKNOWN HURDY GURDY.

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ANTIQUE FRENCH METAL CAST OCARINAS.

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LESLIE X-125B ROTARY SPEAKER COMBO.

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LESLIE 145 ROTARY SPEAKER COMBO.

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HAMMOND 18520K ORGAN.

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ARNOLD DOLMETSCH SPINET.

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WASHBURN EA-40 ACOUSTIC GUITAR.

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FUTURAMA ELECTRIC GUITAR.

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MARIO MACCAFERRI PLASTIC ARCHTOP GUITAR.

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The round hole vesion is quite common. This F hole version is much rarer.

PEAVEY T-60 ELECTRIC GUITAR.

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IBANEZ ARTIST.

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HOFNER ARCHTOP GUITAR PICK UP.

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FUTURAMA ELECTRIC BASS.

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1966 RICKENBACKER 345 SEMI ACOUSTIC GUITAR.

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1982 IBANEZ ROADSTER, ACTIVE LEFT HAND ELECTRIC BASS.

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THE CLAP! ELECTRONIC SIMULATOR by MPC ELECTRONICS, CAMBRIDGE.

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SUZUKI OMNICHORD.

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MOOG, MODEL 301a. 400 WATT SYNTHESISER AMP.

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JOSEF LIDL, FRENCH HORN.

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LAFLEUR VALVE TROMBONE.

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HOLTON BASS TROMBONE.

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THE TRIUMPHONIC, G BASS TROMBONE.

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DULCET VALVE TROMBONE.

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BESSON CONCORD Bb TRUMPET.

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WALLIS, FRETLESS 7 STRING BANJO.

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OTTINGER, FINE TUNING 5 STRING BANJO TAILPIECE.

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GIBSON UB2 UKULELE BANJO.

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J.E. DALLAS. FRETLESS PICCOLO 5 STRING BANJO.

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J. CLAMP (NEWCASTLE) 5 STRING BANJO.

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MUSICLORD 60 WATT VALVE AMP.

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PEAVEY MX-130.

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HIWATT 4 x 12″ SPEAKER CAB. 1970′S.

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This item i shipped to the USA! The buyer said it is one of few there as they were never available to the USA. Apparently these have a longer “throw” than a Marshall 4 x 12″.

“DANIEL’S PATENT” 5 STRING ZITHER BANJO.

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Q:	Hi from Paris, The serial number places your guitar in early 1926. Although it is possible that the back is solid, sides are for sure laminated like all L&H of this period. This was made to strengthen the body, and at the time it was not a way to cut costs… It is not braced for modern steel strings so I would recommand Thomastik rope core or spectrum extra light. They will save the top and provide the perfect vintage sound of these instruments. I personally own a L&H of the same year with a bigger body but not in such a good shape and a 1912 Washburn. Good luck Jeff
A:	Hi Jeff, many thanks for your input. I thought the ink stamp is a model or style number. Also the ‘upside down’ tuner cogs date it earlier. I think they probably are original. Although they work fine, why keep them if they aren’t? Of course i may be totally wrong, you obviously have more experience of these than me. My knowledge of L&H guitars is limited, after all, they don’t turn up everyday! I’ll leave string choice to the new owner.

Manning's Musicals

CONN SOUSAPHONE. MODEL 36K. COMPLETE WITH CASE.

Here is a Conn sousaphone, model 36k, serial number GH 800110, made 1978.

It has a 24″ bell and comes complete with its worn, but still functional case, which did have wheels, but these are now missing.

All the slides are free moving, and it appears to be all original. It comes with a Dennis Wick 2L mouthpiece. There are some dents, as shown in the photos.

Overall, a great playing sousa with lots of life left.

Price = £950.

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LINE6 FLEXTONE II XL. 2 x 12″ GUITAR COMBO AMP. 2x50W

ROLAND CompuRhythm CR-8000 DRUM MACHINE.

VINTAGE VALVE WEM COPICAT (WATKINS ELECTRIC MUSIC).

VINTAGE WEM COPICAT (WATKINS ELECTRIC MUSIC).

48 KEY DUET CONCERTINA. LACHENAL? spares or repair.

Click on any photo to enlarge.

30 KEY ANGLO CONCERTINA METAL ENDS. LACHENAL?

RARE 30 KEY ANGLO CONCERTINA. spares or repair.

VERY OLD GLOCKENSPIEL. LOVELY TONE, CONCERT PITCH.

Here is an old glockenspiel, very hard to date, i would guess 1900. It has a lovely strong tone and is in concert pitch. It is 2 octave, C – C. The marks on the bars are from where the lid holds the bars in place during transport. They should clean up ok. Size = 51cm x 39cm. Price = £195.

It has a lovely strong tone and is in concert pitch.

It is 2 octave, C – C.

The marks on the bars are from where the lid holds the bars in place during transport. They should clean up ok.

Size = 51cm x 39cm. Price = £195.

LUCIDA GUITARRON, (MARIACHI BASS) WITH GIG BAG.

Here is a LUCIDA GUITARRON, (MARIACHI BASS) WITH GIG BAG. It is in very good condition. Price = £250.

VINTAGE HOFNER “ARTIST” BASS, 1963.

Here is a VINTAGE HOFNER “ARTIST” BASS, circa 1963. The condition is rough as the pictures show. It plays well and all the electrics work. It comes with what i believe is its original case.

CMI 1970′s JUMBO ACOUSTIC GUITAR, JAPAN.

Here is a CMI 1970′s JUMBO ACOUSTIC GUITAR, made in JAPAN. It is in very good playing condition. Price = £125.

CLIFFORD ESSEX “IMPERIAL” MANDOLIN BANJO.

Here is a 1920′s Clifford Essex Imperial mandolin banjo. It is a good player and is all original.

Price = £295.

GORDON SMITH GS1 ELECTRIC GUITAR.

UNIVOX CUSTOM SEMI ACOUSTIC GUITAR.

Here is a late 60′s early 70′s, made in Japan, Univox Custom. It is all original, one of the control knobs is damaged. PRICE = £325.

1950′S IVORY QUEEN 5 STRING BANJO.

VINTAGE – OLD GUITAR SHAPE MANDOLIN.

Here is an unusual guitar shaped mandolin. I have had similar mandolins in the past, but thay have had pictures on the back, also they have had unvarnished tops.

VINTAGE VRS110c ELECTRIC GUITAR. PRS STYLE.

Here is a Vintage VRS110c electric guitar in gloss black. It is in very good order. Good straight neck, no fret or fingerboard wear. Some very slight scratches, hardly noticeable.

OLD OPEN BACK 5 FIVE STRING BANJO.

FYLDE BOUZOOKI BOUZOUKI GUITAR.

Being sold on behalf of a customer.

FICOSECCO ITALIAN MELODEON BUTTON ACCORDION in D/G.

Here is an as new Ficosecco melodeon in D/G. It was a special order direct from the maker in Italy.

It’s a 3 voice model, although the couplers show it is musette, it is actually 2 mid reeds with a low reed (LMM). It has accidental notes on the first button of each row.

The reeds are Tipo a Mano. It has had very little use as it was bought for a special project which never happened.

Price = £1200.

SOPRANO CURTAL, DULCIAN, BASSOON.

Here is a soprano Curtal, an early form of bassoon used mainly in renaissance music. Made of maple with brass fittings. It is in good condition, no chips or cracks, some wear to the finish around the bell. It is very well made and appears to be a ‘true’ example, rather than amateur made.

Length = 12″ (305mm). Weight 250g.

In all a rare to find instrument, in good condition.

VINTAGE GUITAR SHAPE MANDOLIN.

Here is a guitar shape mandolin from the 1920′s. It has solid flamed maple back and sides, and a solid spruce top.

There is some wear to the pick guard, and lots of small scratches and dints to the finish. Otherwise it is in very good gondition for its age, there are no cracks or separations. The neck is straight, it has a rosewood fingerboard with no fretwear.

It is a fine player with a very good action.

PEAVEY 5 FIVE STRING BASS c/w NEW GIG BAG. VGC.

Here is a Peavey International Series 5 string electric bass.

HOHNER GAELIC IV BUTTON ACCORDION – MELODEON in B/C.

Currently for sale on ebay.

The bellows compression is good. The buttons are all at an even height and don’t dissappear into the fingerboard.

It comes with a new looking hard case.

In all a great playing box with a fast action.

BUESCHER SOPRANO TRUE TONE SAXOPHONE. ORIG. CASE & M/P.

HOFNER BEATLE,VIOLIN or CLUB BASS TRAPEZE LYRE TAILPIECE.

Hofner bass trapeze tailpiece.

TANGLEWOOD TW70 ACOUSTIC GUITAR. VGC. SEYMOUR DUNCAN.

Currently for sale on ebay.

Here is a Tanglewood TW70 acoustic guitar, current RRP £539. It is in very good condition with a straight neck, no wear to the frets or fingerboard.

It comes with a good quality Ritter gig bag (cost £30), and a fitted Seymour Duncan ’Woody’ sound hole pick up (cost £40). The only issue with it was a strap button fitted in the wrong place. I have removed it and filled the small screw hole (see pic 9).

It is grand auditorium size, it has a solid spruce top with solid mahogany back and sides.

BERG LARSEN ALTO SAXOPHONE MOUTHPIECE. ROVNER LIGATURE.

Here is a vintage Berg Larsen metal alto saxophone mouthpiece.

The tip, rails and face are in good condition, there is tooth wear to the “bite” area.

It comes with a cap and a Rovner “3ML” ligature.

It is stamped, BERG LARSEN – 95 – 1 - SMS.

VINTAGE SELMER SOPRANO SAXOPHONE MOUTHPIECE. S80 C*.

Here is a vintage Selmer soprano saxophone mouthpiece.

It is in very good usable condition.

The tip, rails and face are in good condition. There is no tooth wear.

It is stamped, S80 – HENRI SELMER PARIS – C*- MADE IN FRANCE.

Here is an old glockenspiel, very hard to date, i would guess 1900.

It has a lovely strong tone and is in concert pitch.

It is 2 octave, C – C.

The marks on the bars are from where the lid holds the bars in place during transport. They should clean up ok.

Size = 51cm x 39cm. Price = £195.

Here is a Dallas E model George Formby ukulele banjo.
It is in very good playing condition, some wear, scratches etc as to be expected in a 50 year old instrument. It appears to be all original.

BODY – ASH
NECK – MAPLE OVAL TYPE, 432 SCALE
FRETBOARD – MAPLE or ROSEWOOD (IVORY BINDING),
NUT WIDTH – 38mm
PICKUPS - J-BASS VINTAGE(USA) x 2
CONTROLS – 2 VOL, 1 TONE
BRIDGE VINTAGE