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Otherwise, strings should be changed when they are no longer giving you the tone, brightness and response that you desire. Now Im putting it back close to stock from when I originally bought it. 3. (2 hum, front loaded Strat body shape with Strat Head neck with pickguard). Later Kahler 2500 series trems had wider brass body bushings. Charvel logo ("Made in Welcome to the small but enthusiastic community of proud Surfcaster owners. Posted by Robert Wheeler on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 00:32. Hi, Ive just come into possession of this Jackson Surfcaster 12 string. 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 . This gorgeous Rickenbacker 340VP 2006 Fireglo was stolen from my storage unit along with 14 other collectible guitars. I disclosed the fact that I string my 12-string as a 6-string and SignOfTheDragon chewed my tail. to have been only used in early 1981. It seems to me that all the early Surfcasters had 2 lipstick pickups. Posted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 20:10. The type of backplate is another indicator of the age of the guitar. guitars. These are more valueable than the second batch of Surfcasters that have a Jackson signature on a more plain-shaped headstock. Model: 625C. The serial number of the Surfcaster he auctioned recently was 380538. What should I do? Ill post serial and pics. Send me a picture and Ill tell you the exact year. Awesome. I finally got some photos posted to a Picasa web album. I suspect the pickups and electronics in the 12-string are identical to the 6-string. is a fairly early serial number. Where are Jackson Guitars made? Posted by Koeppel on Fri, 09/27/02 - 20:45:51. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); It could be that you are wondering whether you are in the right place. The Jackson Surfcaster is not one of the first series of Surfcasters that have serial numbers in the range 335XXX 388XXX. Brought it over to Perth/Western Australia in 2010 Pearl Pick Guard So, for a specific Surfcaster model, this gives you an idea of how many are known. Yours is a later issue, probably with the Jackson logo rather than the Charvel logo, probably not made in Japan. The number on the back says 362220. Box I meant has not had. plates were bolted directly to the guitar body (no cushion). address. This site has some basic info http://audiozone.dk/index-filer/charvel-japan-import-guitars.php#charvel_japan_1986-1991. ("Made in USA" underneath logo), EVH logo, words "ART Series" and the Thank You Jeff, i have a serial n. 354885 charvel. cant find out if its USA or JP. The second link is on the About The Surfcaster page and is a pdf document that attempts to describe all of the Surfcaster variants manufactured during the first run 1991 through 1996. If 6-string, does it have a tremolo? neck plates are probably the rarest of all Charvel neck plates. White charvel lettered headstock, highly figured orange top. pre-serialized (prepro) Charvel guitars that were manufactured between 1979 and late 1981. Total guitar acclimation in a temperature and humidity controlled environment. Made in Fort Worth Texas. $550, shipment excepted. Moderately interesting story I recently re-acquired my 95 Surfcaster (Sea Foam, Hard tail, lipstick/humbuck). The head stock reads Charvel with an "R" not "TM" the rear of the tuning heads say Jackson followed by the "R" and it has no neck plate gasket. If you have acidic perspiration or perspire excessively, please keep the hardware well-oiled or it will rust and corrode. Just found your website. loaded Strat body shape with Strat Head neck), San If for some reason you cant email pictures, please let us know 4 things: 1. The fingerboard should be cleaned every time you change strings. You just made my day! plates. 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. indicating the year of manufacture. any info would be great. The humbuckers started appearing in the 94 and 95 HT models. Regarding your C tailpiece, Ive never heard anyone else complain about its sharp edges. From the serial number, I would guess it was made in 1993 or 1994. 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. Heya heya! I own this two charvel guitars, these are the serial numbers, 346622 and . In short, they make Jackson Guitars in the United States, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, and China. This neck plate style can be found on custom shop The bulk of these neck plates (serial numbers 6011 - 6041) were used on the 2002 Limited Edition Charvel Bulls Eye Reissue guitars. It has. Country of Origin: Korea. Posted by Anonymous on Sun, 01/24/2021 - 19:12. USA" underneath), serial number and San Dimas, CA address in raised lettering. Although Charvel does not sell replacement parts directly, a selection of parts for current and some older models (depending on the year) can be ordered from your local Charvel Authorized Dealer or Charvel Authorized Service Center. Great job on putting this site together, so far BTW, http://www.gretsch-talk.com/forum/other-cool-guitars/32266-fun-surf-tunes.html. We capture the nuances in color, finish, and woodgrain in stunning hi-res clarity. The guitar came without a case so bought a relatively cheap garden-variety HSC for it locally. Four years ago, I purchased Surfcaster 12-string #386525 from the original owner, in very poor condition, disassembled, for $240.00. I wonder how its possible that the serial numbers are so far apart? How can I find out what it is worth$?. Regarding the questions about the neckplate for #370752: I have no idea about the neckplate. 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. Ive corresponded with representatives of both factories to verify the correct manufacturer of Surfcasters in the 90s. Heres a link to a picture of the guitar: http://oliviasvintageguitars.com/other/guitars/2242/, Heres another one for the database This Collings I-35 LC Faded Cherry is an earth shaker. I paid $500 for it. under the logo), a two digit serial number and the words "25th Anniversary". Body color = red, front and back Mine is serial number 386027. like to know what year this is from serial is 000840, anyone that could help, i'd appreciate it. I own (And LOVE) a Charvel with the Serial Number 289304. my Charvel number 009585 I was told by a music store owner that it is a made in japan model. DZ+6 digits. Worth, Texas' on the neck plate are actually Japanese imports. The Traditional model guitars Can anyone help with the sequence meaning??? It has been repainted including the headstock. Are you selling? 4. Calling back to a San Dimas model that made him fall in love with Charvel as a teen, the Slipknot shredder puts his name on a sleek new version expertly designed to create super-heavy sound. Thanks for the replies. Thanks John Send us a pic. Mines over 20 yrs old, bolt on neck, fire crackle finish, 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. Its definitely factory. It has a mahogany body. Here we see the 1979-80 pre-production "butcher block" strat followed by a very r. 3. Hello, I am not sure if the Jackson Im not aware of any additional information about dimensions or materials of construction other than what is included in this file. Thanks No engraving on black plastic neck plate on headstock. One of two types of neck plates used by Charvel Trans-Red with white logo // C-6 Posted by Nilson on Fri, 08/12/2016 - 16:05. Explore some of our latest models. I keep a spreadsheet of Surfcaster serial numbers with associated body colors, logo colors, pickup configuration, 6- or 12-string configuration, etc. looks like the knobs, pickups and pots have all been changed since I last owned this. Thanks! But a Surfcaster would be difficult to knock off and the market isnt that big so the chop shops arent going to be interested. Btw, mines also a mahogany body version: strangely, in germany ive only seen Surfcasters made of lighter-coloured (bass? Could newer information be added to the .xls template here? Thanks in advance! Jap neck through models had the serial number after the last fret on the fretboard. No engraving on black plastic neck plate on headstock. BUYERBEWARE!! Hi James: Most Surfs had the white Logo. I would like to know the model and year of it. Charvels made at Jackson in the mid to late 1990's, in addition to being found on the mid Currently resides in Utah, USA, hi Graham, Can anybody help? I have a charvel guitar with Jackson pickups, 3-way, one volume knob, and the bridge says "licensed under floyd rose patents". I do a LOT of Bruce Cockburn covers and even do an annual Cockburn tribute for charity. Here is the requested information for my 2 surfcasters. Curiously, that "San Dimas guitar" mystique didn't rub off to its foreign cousins like the Model 4 - the fine Japanese-made Charvels produced beginning in 1986. . These plates were phased out when Jackson introduced a new 3D (raised lettering) Yeah Not a lot of traffic here and not a lot to talk about since theres no documented history, no company source of info, no real new models and very few original Surfcaster owners. Thanks. Ive got 12 surfcasters reported with that serial prefix in my database, but only one in trans orange. charvel logo on back number plate thing it has a made in Japan sticker too I have lost the tremolo arm any idea where you can get it? Maple fingerboard and black inlays. Posted by Michael Raymond LloydGTYAH on Sun, 01/23/2022 - 00:19. I need two (one of each side) of the long Gotoh vintage tuners that were used on these 12ers. Dimas address engraved on them. Guys, do you have any information for a charvette ? Currently, Im still learning the intricacies of WordPress. It is blonde, with grey pearlod pickguard. body is a beautiful flame fireglow His passion for tinkering with guitars started much earlier. on the normal production EVH ART Series Charvel Tom Brantley, formerly of Lindy Fralin fame, has swapped out the ceramic magnets for alnicos and rewired to vintage specs with a few extra wounds thrown in for some added bite. CJC1218288 These plates have serial numbers starting at 6000 and 12 String Re: Charvel serial number Thanks a lot man! over a black. TobyP- Your Jackson Surf12 fills me with glee! Hope this helps. 3792??) 84. After seeing the ad in Guitar Player I made a couple trips to Guitar Center to check the guitar out (It was love at first sight). The 1st Digit is the year (DZ912345=American Deluxe, 2009, Corona USA) DZ+7 digits . Its a fantastic guitar and I would buy another Examine your guitar to find its serial number. raw and generally quite oxidized. It has a sticker inside that says 1809, and I cant seem to find any other numbers on the guitar. 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. If music and guitar has never been part of your interests then this site may change your view and be a music lover. If you send your photos to me, at me@grahampearson.com, Ill attempt to upload them to this site. The concensus seemed to be that the neckplate was authentic, but likely sanded down and re-stamped to hide the original. We advise you to send your Charvel guitars to a Charvel Authorized Service Center for your repairs. Sorry, heres the link to the catalog scans: http://audiozone.dk/guitargallery/?content%2FGuitar_catalog_scans%2FJackson_Charvel%2F1993_Jackson_Charvel%2F, Of course; happy to provide images. Youll find a complete description of the original-run Surfcasters under the Links page on this site. please information need John: Don't know what the 4 X's are. Otherwise Davids surf looks stock and authentic though, exactly like mine. Typically, Surfies with a star-glow body finish have a white logo and those with a cherry-burst body finish have a black logo. Could you please send us a link to your guitar image so that we can add it to the database? Im assuming it is fitted with a factory tremolo and the Charvel logo on the headstock is painted white. Posted by Thomas on Tue, 01/26/2021 - 22:28. 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. Keep up the good work. The world-famous Charvel USA Custom Shop in Corona, California, offers custom build options. similar to the neck plates found. Hi, I have a Black 12 String Surfcaster in England. Posted by Tong on Sun, 09/23/2018 - 10:18. (note 2). To locate a service center, please visit our Charvel Authorized Service Center information page. First style of Charvel neck plates to have a serial number stamped onto Any help is golden. serial number is 381776. Portland, Oregon. Hope all of this detail helps. Limited Edition Charvel Bulls Eye Reissue guitars. Thanks. It is also a 24 fret neck. what is this thing!!! Happy to provide pics if it would be useful? Scott email some pictures per the above email by Graham, just cause we like looking at these guitars. Mine is currently up for sale to help pay a tax bill, sorry to say. Please email pictures of your guitar to donrownrocks@yahoo.com. Still own it no plans to get rid of it. Guitar Finish High gloss nitrocellulose lacquer (Aged) Pickguard Black/Cream/Black; Truss Rod Cover Black/Cream/Black; . Posted by Agent_420 on Wed, 04/28/2004 - 22:44. Which is weird. Bought in the UK. I never thought that Id see a 12-string in that color! Need to know what model this is. 1986 Japan made Charvel model 6 should also have kahler tremolo system with brass rollers, most likely one active humbucker (9volt battery installed from the back plate) and two single coil pick ups with jackson covers, three knobs and three toggle on/off switches, sharkfin style fret markers. HI huys.I have a sunburst surfcaster, serial 370956.any idea on year?? I believe the pickups are the originals from looking at original adverts for the guitar. Guess its rare bird over here ;-) Ive tabulated all this info in a pdf file you can download from the Links page on this site. 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. Heres something perhaps unusual about this guitar: it doesnt have the asymmetrical Gumby headstock that every other Charvel labeled Surfcaster Ive seen has. I bought it in a pawn shop in 1995. On an electric guitar, youll typically find the serial number on the back of the guitar body or headstock. Thats a classic surf by the way. 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. ), +1 on this, I'd love to know if 259909 fits into any logical sequence. Fender licensed Strat Headstock neck since 1986. it was made between 1990 and 1997/98. http://eastwoodcustoms.com/projects/eastwood-surfcaster/. the last few months of Charvel production, late 1985 - 1986 a "Jackson" not Serial Numbers on Get the best deals on Samick Acoustic Guitar when . I'm wondering if anyone can help me identify it? Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 14857 Tweet #4 08-08-2006, 02:31 PM The pdf file has 330 entries. Now i can assume its either built in 92 or 93, right? CA can be found on plates having serial numbers Hi, I have what appears to be a Charvel Surfcaster acoustic electric guitar in black I have only seen them online in colors other than black. I have been looking for a japanese-Surfcaster ser.-no. all the raised areas are chrome and the other area is black. I DID MOD ONE OF MINE! the serial number engraved in them. Its seems I've stumbled across a pretty early guitar. Your Surfcasters serial number indicates it was manufactured later than 1995. P.O. The plates were shared among all the various bolt on models (Model 1, 2, 3, 4, etc.). After being successfully reintroduced briefly in 2002 (Limited run and 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. Posted by Spa Guitar Tech on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 18:51. 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. Payed 2000 Swiss Francs. Serial number uses a 4 digit numbering system with the first digit 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. The headstock looks like the Jackson Surfcaster headstockits smaller. Body color? 6 string electric. Notice that I specify the manufacturer as the Chushin Gakki factory, not the Fuji-Yen Gakki factory as commonly believed. The serial number is 370752. Im selling a Surfcaster bass in black. list ? simply engraved. Posted by giulio riccelli on Mon, 02/09/2004 - 05:34. The original Surfcasters have Charvel on the headstock and typically sell for more than the Jackson Surfcasters. I have a six digit charvel with the name plate on the back of the guitar it's a bolt on neck. Can you help. No cut out for the floyd rose. If you have a few photo's of the guitar I'd be happy to do a bit of research for you. I would like to know infos on pick ups, and if how much are they worth. Note most I found a late Surfcaster and I want to figure out if it cuold be a good buy. 1981. denoting year of. 6. I've had dozens of them and still have about 10 or so. First Owner, bought new in shop at 08.28.1995. I have a Charvel with a serial #312130. 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. Thanks, best. Thanks :) and I forgot to include that its a 1996. Dimas Charvel guitars! Do you guys have any ideas? Great thread + site! Black headstock on right handed guitar turns up and not down. Posted by Dago on Fri, 09/11/2020 - 00:55. Box 2344 Fort Worth, TX 76113. Chrome colored neck plate with the Charvel logo The back of the plate was not finished and typically appears Hey everyone. All the text was in raised lettering giving. The new line consisted of three. 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. Thanks. Posted by Lisa Angelo on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 04:46. The hardware can be cleaned with a dry rag. The solid brass neck plate was commonly found on USA Select, Artist Series and Custom Shop guitars feature a variety of finishes, and more information can be found on each individual product page specific to that model. They have 10 days left and are 75% done with their funding. 6100 and up (approximately) had the original postal address, P.O. it also feels like fat frets. (I did remove that .. my only mod, lol ;), I can add another here. Professional, detailed photos of every single guitar. plates are basically copies of the original "serialized" neck plates used from Is it a 6-string or a 12-string? Accordingly, does fender own Charvel? .original caseany ideas on a value?? But, I am in possession of a Surfcaster with a Kahler vibrato. Toby, Kevan B- Welcome to the fold, brethren! These plates were polished only on the exposed side A friend gave me a Charvel guitar. i love that guitar i call it my red headed girlfriend ! What happened next is still to come. plate similar to the original San Dimas era plates (chrome over black as opposed to gold anybody willing to post some pics from inside the pickguard? Working conditions. Still awaiting its arrival, but its definitely of the prime, early 90s period. 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. 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. Black Headstock w/White Charvel Logo Anyway the numbers are 0801747. Its serial number is 381907. If anyone has recommendations on how to deal with this Im all ears. I agree with Graham, it is probably a 93 or 94. Posted by Jeff on Mon, 12/07/2015 - 18:02. Thanks for your reply and for verifying the date of purchase. Thanhks, Graham. Enjoy your 12-string. Posted by MarkAnthony on Fri, 01/18/2019 - 17:20. Are there any updates for the serial number chart above? I keep an off-line database of Surfcaster serial numbers and, given the serial number of your guitar, I would suggest that it was made earlier than 1996, probably 1991 or 1992. Body color I bought a surfcaster, orange burst with 2 lipstick pickups, mahogany back, black Charvel logo on headstock in 1996 in UK. Is the back of the body red or is it mahogany? The link above is a pdf table that lists over 200 Surfcaster serial numbers and a brief description of each entry in the table. Of course, a guitars price is what its worth to the owner. Seriously- my two cents is worth about, well, two cents. S.N.001314 stamp in neck cavity reads Apr. Its built like a tank!! It is orange (woodgrain) serial no. Absolutely correct description SignoftheDragon I see i used the term sunburst in my initial mail so apologies for not using accurate descriptors. CikMick: Our professional technicians, inspectors, and luthiers check every guitar over $299. As far as I know the 6 digit #'s were used on Japanese imports even though the neck plate says Fort Worth, Texas. Thanks. How darest thou defile the sacred Surfcaster? use the same style neck plate but have "Made in USA" (under the Charvel logo) im looking for a surfcaster and i need your help Wow, thats unusual. i am going to get the frets re serfist as open cords are not in perfect tune from being worn over the years! This seemed like the place to ask! Purchased in 2012?. Serial #: 378694 The 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. Two different postal addresses were used, P.O. After a good polish and play im feeling a little sad to be selling it. Although instruments may not be ordered directly from the Charvel Custom Shop, we have established a network of Charvel Authorized Custom Shop Dealers who will give you personalized service on product pricing, options and availability information for Custom Shop instruments. THe most insightful estimate Ive heard is: Not many.. no special serial numbering was used. We have a seafoam #377710 that will be for sale very soon. Posted by bls1313666 on Tue, 04/23/2013 - 17:56. Posted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/11/2021 - 06:23. Let me know if youre interested. 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. I think that I paid about 400 for it + case (which is seemingly generic). Pickups: 3 (5-way switch, vol, tone) . These 5 digit neck plates are very rare and 2000+ American Deluxe Series, Corona USA. Was located in Toronto, Canada, and shes now located in Devon, England. And just because you see a given serial number on a neckplate on a bolt-on guitar or a given neck on a given body doesn't mean it came from the factory that way. the back is mahogany color, the logo is white and its a 6 string tremelo with 2 lipsticks in it. which had no markings. The neck plate has the raised charvel logo and the 6 digit serial number stamped on a raised plate Serial no 382356. does mine get added in this serial no. 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). Its a Surfcaster Std with the chrome tail piece with the C cutout. Some Surfcaster owners mistakenly think their guitars were made at the Fuji-Gen Gakki factory. The concensus is that the manufacturer, Chushin Gakki factory in Japan, had a large bin full of neck plates and they simply picked one at random from this bin for each new guitar. Charvette was introduced in 1989 as a sub-brand created by Charvel to sell inexpensive versions of Charvel guitars. custom orders), USA made Charvel guitars (true to the original San Dimas era 2 lipstick pups Hey John O: Its less common to see the white Charvel logo on the quilt top Orange color, but its quite common to see the black logo on the Trans Red finish. i havent seen any pictures of one exactly like mine, so kinda wanted to make sure it was authentic. over black) in 2005. I own 377718. Is the back of the body a mahogany color or is it the same color as the front? If you have a bolt-on neck, the serial number should be stamped into the neck plate. It has two lipstick pickups. Id be glad to help where I can. Ive heard of many scams involving serial # fraud- mostly in insurance claims when it comes to older guitars. Kevan- Its highly unusual for a trans-red Surfcaster to have a black HS logo- Id love to see pics if youve got them. :) The neck is awesome and it sounds great! 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