Guitars, amps and misc
THE LUMIERE JIM CAMPILONGO SIGNATURE T-MODEL
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The Lumiere Jim Campilongo T-Model guitar is the result of three years of dedicated work. Numerous prototypes, several neck shapes, along with painstakingly scrutinizing pickups were the result and focus of Jim’s three visits to Buenos Aires. Our goal was creating the best guitar we could make. From our first conversations with Jim, until the final guitar, every decision was focused on every player having a complete inspired experience while playing the Lumiere JC model.
Based on Campilongo’s experience as a Tele master for over 50 years, along with our lifelong expertise as luthiers we now have a guitar we are proud of and we are confident all players will love. The 100 year old yellow pine necks are sturdy and fit like a glove. The Firebird humbucker gives the player both robust Jazz and Rock alternatives along with the sweet sounding bridge pickup that never pinches the eardrums. High quality super-fast potentiometers make volume and tone swells easier. State of the art tuning pegs with a consistent linear turn make detuning uncomplicated. This along with the visual esthetic of a Duosonic (that displays a gold anodized pickguard with the desert sand color) on a telecaster body makes the Lumiere JC guitar unique, modern and classic simultaneously.
Made with pride by Buenos Aires craftsmen, Lumiere and Jim Campilongo happily present this collaboration - the Lumiere Jim Campilongo T-Model guitar.More info https://www.instagram.com/lumiereguitars/
Based on Campilongo’s experience as a Tele master for over 50 years, along with our lifelong expertise as luthiers we now have a guitar we are proud of and we are confident all players will love. The 100 year old yellow pine necks are sturdy and fit like a glove. The Firebird humbucker gives the player both robust Jazz and Rock alternatives along with the sweet sounding bridge pickup that never pinches the eardrums. High quality super-fast potentiometers make volume and tone swells easier. State of the art tuning pegs with a consistent linear turn make detuning uncomplicated. This along with the visual esthetic of a Duosonic (that displays a gold anodized pickguard with the desert sand color) on a telecaster body makes the Lumiere JC guitar unique, modern and classic simultaneously.
Made with pride by Buenos Aires craftsmen, Lumiere and Jim Campilongo happily present this collaboration - the Lumiere Jim Campilongo T-Model guitar.More info https://www.instagram.com/lumiereguitars/
'59 FENDER TELECASTER
I acquired my Tele about 25 years ago when a generous pal, John Jensen, gave it to me. He did so because I fell so much in love with it. It still feels like my musical home. Thanks again, John.
I have a '59 Fender Tele, three saddle, top-loading bridge with threaded "steel" saddles. I like Glendale The "Groovy 60s" saddles (See Accessories). My 59 weighs about 6 LBS.- super light. I have no opinion on heavy vs light in terms of sound, but if I'm going to strap something to my back for 3 hours I want it to be light. Period.
1959 was the only year Fender produced string through BRIDGE and not BODY. As far as the Toploader -- I think the feel and sound is a bit more "rubbery" than a standard Tele.
Both pickups have had windings snap internally (over 20 years ago) and were rewound by Seymour Duncan to the original specs, so I guess they are "original" and "Duncan's" at the same time.
Everything else on my '59 Tele is stock except the Gotoh/Kluson tuners (See Accessories).
The volume and tone potentiometers, etc., are stock. When I replace parts that wear out, I make sure there's nothing modified or "improved". I'm not saying my way is better, I am simply accustomed to the guitar the way I got it and prefer to keep it consistent and simple.
That said- It has jumbo frets - and I've had it re-fretted twice. I like Jumbo frets and they are on my '59, the Fender Signature Tele, the Hahn Model C Tele and on my '57 Music Master.
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FENDER CAMPILONGO SIGNATURE TELECASTER
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My Custom shop Signature Top-Loader Telecaster was introduced by Fender at the winter NAMM show in January, 2010. There was a limited run of 50 - one pops up on Reverb or eBay every now and then and they've held their value..
The Campilongo Signature Tele featured pickups custom wound to my specs (see "pick ups"). They sound fantastic. My goal was to have a woody, full bodied sound while retaining the character of a great Telecaster.
Jumbo frets, a tall "top hat" toggle for easy switching, and a "T" string tree for easy behind the nut bending are all part of the personality of this guitar - not to mention the easy playability and warm sounds the top-loader bridge brings to the Telecaster table.
Additionally, the bridge plate is flat, without the "lips" originally there for holding the "ash tray" metal cover on older Teles. Personally, I find those lips problematic and a hindrance when trying to pick the low "E" string. I compensate for this on my '59 with a high string altitude at the pickup plate. However, the trade off is high action from the 12th fret up. This "lip-less" plate should make my plectrum life easier.
The Campy model is a standard "white-ish blond" nitrocellulose finish, the exact color of my original guitar, with a white pick guard. Custom color Orange is available was only available in two guitars. I have one, and a lucky winner of a drawing hosted by Fender Custom Shop won a free orange model.
The Campilongo Signature Tele featured pickups custom wound to my specs (see "pick ups"). They sound fantastic. My goal was to have a woody, full bodied sound while retaining the character of a great Telecaster.
Jumbo frets, a tall "top hat" toggle for easy switching, and a "T" string tree for easy behind the nut bending are all part of the personality of this guitar - not to mention the easy playability and warm sounds the top-loader bridge brings to the Telecaster table.
Additionally, the bridge plate is flat, without the "lips" originally there for holding the "ash tray" metal cover on older Teles. Personally, I find those lips problematic and a hindrance when trying to pick the low "E" string. I compensate for this on my '59 with a high string altitude at the pickup plate. However, the trade off is high action from the 12th fret up. This "lip-less" plate should make my plectrum life easier.
The Campy model is a standard "white-ish blond" nitrocellulose finish, the exact color of my original guitar, with a white pick guard. Custom color Orange is available was only available in two guitars. I have one, and a lucky winner of a drawing hosted by Fender Custom Shop won a free orange model.
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All finishes were applied conservatively since I feel most of the great guitars I've played featured "very light" to "nearly nonexistent" finishes. I believe this allows the true resonant character of the wood to shine through. The neck was lightly finished for a "fast" playability.
Pick Ups As far as pickups go, I'm really happy with what I came up with for my Campy model. I went through dozens of pick ups and tried to combine the best features of what I liked and requested modifications for what I needed. I think the Campy pick ups are powerful, full-bodied and warm, but retain a classic vintage voice. They came standard and exclusively on the Campilongo Signature Tele and were not offered separately. Having a Fender Signature model was an honor that I still hold close to my heart. I see them pop up on Reverb and music stores occasionally and I'm happy to see they've retained their value. I hope everyone who purchased a "Campilongo" has gotten years of love from their guitar and I thank you all for buying one! All the best - Jim
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OTHER GUITARS...
Hank Garland inspired Bigsby - Johnny Dilks builder
The amazing and talented Johnny Dilks built this Hank Garland/Bigsby style guitar in the 90's for me. It was one of the times in my life I wished my last name was "Jones". John persevered and built this incredible piece. Thank you John, for this, and your lifelong friendship....
*A synopsis by Johnny Dilks *The guitar is made of three woods. The top and back are western curly maple, and the neck is Birdseye maple. The sides and headstock are figured quartered sawn koa, and the pickguards are cocobolo (rosewood), and the fingerboard is Brazilian rosewood. All of the inlay is mother of pearl.
The pickups were hand made: machined from solid blocks of aluminum. Alnico 7 magnets were used based on researched Bigsby specs. I don’t remember the exact wire gauge used in the windings but it was WWII surplus Formvar wire (I think it was 38 gauge but I could be wrong). They were hand wound on a machine my friend Matt Graham built out of an old fishing reel and a manual click type counter at his barn in Morgan Hill CA. Each pickup took a full day to wind and were tapped to get two outputs for each pickup. The low output is 1800ohms and the upper output is 7 or 8k. The low output is in the range of what Bigsby used in his early pickups and the upper output is what a late 50’s Tele would’ve had. We also put an under bridge Piezo type pickup in it. I don’t remember the brand.
The pots were stacked pots and I remember I wanted the low output bottom pot to be at 500ohms.
Also, it’s hollow, I bent the sides like a traditional acoustic guitar and built forms for it. The neck is screwed on like a tele. The goal was to build a hybrid between a 50’s telecaster and Hank Garlands Bigsby guitar.
The amazing and talented Johnny Dilks built this Hank Garland/Bigsby style guitar in the 90's for me. It was one of the times in my life I wished my last name was "Jones". John persevered and built this incredible piece. Thank you John, for this, and your lifelong friendship....
*A synopsis by Johnny Dilks *The guitar is made of three woods. The top and back are western curly maple, and the neck is Birdseye maple. The sides and headstock are figured quartered sawn koa, and the pickguards are cocobolo (rosewood), and the fingerboard is Brazilian rosewood. All of the inlay is mother of pearl.
The pickups were hand made: machined from solid blocks of aluminum. Alnico 7 magnets were used based on researched Bigsby specs. I don’t remember the exact wire gauge used in the windings but it was WWII surplus Formvar wire (I think it was 38 gauge but I could be wrong). They were hand wound on a machine my friend Matt Graham built out of an old fishing reel and a manual click type counter at his barn in Morgan Hill CA. Each pickup took a full day to wind and were tapped to get two outputs for each pickup. The low output is 1800ohms and the upper output is 7 or 8k. The low output is in the range of what Bigsby used in his early pickups and the upper output is what a late 50’s Tele would’ve had. We also put an under bridge Piezo type pickup in it. I don’t remember the brand.
The pots were stacked pots and I remember I wanted the low output bottom pot to be at 500ohms.
Also, it’s hollow, I bent the sides like a traditional acoustic guitar and built forms for it. The neck is screwed on like a tele. The goal was to build a hybrid between a 50’s telecaster and Hank Garlands Bigsby guitar.
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'62 Strat signed by Roy Buchanan "Live Happy"
I played this guitar for about a decade (80's) that began when I traded a Roland guitar synth for this guitar. That unlikely swap made more sense back then, I think... When I got it, it was baby blue which still peaks out on the corner of the body (where my arm is placed). Hard living and hard playing back in my younger days contributed to the guitar turning green. I think *I* turned green a few times back then too! ha ha... My 62 Strat appears on many of my LP's particularly Table for One. It's all Strat on "The Grass is Greener" and on a few other tracks. I've used it extensively as an overdub guitar for rhythm etc. You can hear it shimmy on the bridge of Snakestretcher and that encapsulates this guitars sound...When I met Roy I didn't say a single word and he autographed my guitar with directed slight hand motions and head nods. I was too star-struck to speak. He was nice and almost gentle and said "drive safe" when I left the green room at The Stone on Broadway in SF. I love that memory and this guitar. Anyway, again, I hope you enjoy the pics. All the best- Jim
"FRANK"
Frank (short for Frankenstein) is a guitar made from “extra” parts from my Fender Campilongo Signature Tele that were unintentionally amassed during the construction and design of my guitar. After a year of shipping back and forth to Fender, one cleaning day as I organized parts, it occurred to me "Do I have a complete guitar here?". Hence, the Fender signature guitar I call Frank was assembled. One can see the personalized modifications that were in their infancy. Since I wanted a very light finish on the neck (two coats) I had the finish removed manually from the neck. Not a pretty sight. I wanted the bridge plate “lipless” and some of the lip remains on this prototype bridge, unlike the final version that is a clean sweep of lip. The pickups were nameless prototypes. I'm told they were wound by a famous Fender employee, a woman who had wound pick ups for Leo Fender into the 2000's. I can't recall her name. Sorry. That said, as the guitar gods would have it, this was my favorite Campilongo signature guitar and it has "IT”. One can see the wear on the body where the paint was removed from arm wear because this guitar was PLAYED. I toured Italy and Finland with Frank. The back was signed by Blues legend Hubert Sumlin (Howlin’ Wolf’s guitarist) which is the absolute cherry on top and something I’ll always cherish.
1958 0015 Martin
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1956 Fender Duosonic
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1957 Fender Music Master
Green Stamp Melody Plus
My first guitar. I still have it and I still love it. Thank you Austin Slater and Bunnie Gregoire, you changed my life. 
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1958 Gibson 225
1970 Martin D-35
Alvarez Nylon String “AL”
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AMPLIFICATION
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I own many amps but I prefer the weight, portability and sound of Princeton Reverbs. I own two '66 Princeton Reverbs, and three 70s...I bought most of these Princetons in 2002/2004 when I felt they were underpriced. I'm going to hold onto to the Princetons I have, though it is a glut - because I know I'll never replace them.
I use one amp mostly- a Silverface Princeton with a Celestion (see below). I replace the tubes every 6 months/year - and get it serviced often so it's quiet and fully functional. Half the battle is keeping a vintage amp maintained. I know of recording studios who proudly catalog 25 amp models - and my experience is, they have 25 amps that need to be serviced/cleaned. |
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My main amp - A 1970 Silverface Princeton Reverb with a Celestion speaker -more info about the speaker below ...
My Black Face Prrinceton Reverb I used on American Hips, Heaven is Creepy and both Little Willes Records
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My '70's Vibrochamp ( an excellent vibrato effect).... Occasionally I use it for recording. It's on "Hamster Wheel (Slight Return)" and "Menace" off "Heaven is Creepy".
1954 Gibson Les Paul amplifier
It's really pretty, isn't it? I prefer plugging into the microphone input that has more wattage- and when it's cranked, it sounds incredible. Like Link Wray meets AC/DC. That said, at the outset the microphone input was microphonic and there was some unwanted feedback. Although I was initially doubtful, tube dampers remedied the problem and the amp has functioned perfectly ever since. Honestly? It doesn't leave the house much.
SPEAKERS
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b) 60's "Gold Back" Jensen C-10 N. One of my favorite speakers, though it's currently cost prohibitive which is a bummer. I can probably afford this kind of thing but I prefer things that are affordable. Anyway, the more advanced the the Jensen speaker alphabet (as in Q verses N) the less the wattage capacity. The N Jensen C-10 seem to be robust enough to handle maximum volume, de-tuning and whatever else I throw at it. The highs are cutting but still pleasant. I also love this amp because the great Bobby Black sold it to me way back when. It was my first Princeton. Thank you Bobby!
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Tubes
Until the last couple years, I was a NOS ( New Old Stock - RCA, Sylvania, Brimar etc.) tube guy. But I started experiencing NOS tubes getting more and more inconsistent and meanwhile - more expensive. Not a good combination. I converted - I now use the Russian tubes. They are good enough, they last a decent amount of time ( at least one year is what I shoot for).
Fender Princeton Reissue
I endorse the Fender Princeton reissue and I think the guys at Fender did a great job. I'm proud to endorse the amp. A video of what I have to say about the reissue can be found here... That said, I'm not a fan of the "waffle iron plug" and the speaker these come with the reissue aren't my favorite. Was it an honor Fender made an Orange one? Hell yeah! But I might suggest a 70's Silverface Princeton Reverb if one can afford the extra money. I see these 70's amps on Reverb for $1500 as opposed to $800 for the reissue. The 70's amps always need some work so add $300 to get it to studio quality. But they do hold their value, the speakers are good and they have the classic permanent power chord. All this depends on what you'll expect and use it for. Your call friend.
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SPLASH REVERB PEDAL
I like and endorse the Splash Reverb pedal made by Crazy Tube Circuts. It’s a pleasant and convincing spring reverb effect that’s portable and easy to use. My favorite combo is the Splash with my Fender Vibro Champ and with my Les Paul amp (SEE AMPS)
I like and endorse the Splash Reverb pedal made by Crazy Tube Circuts. It’s a pleasant and convincing spring reverb effect that’s portable and easy to use. My favorite combo is the Splash with my Fender Vibro Champ and with my Les Paul amp (SEE AMPS)
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Crazy Tube Circuits Stardust "Blackface"
One of the best sounding, touch dynamic overdrive pedals I've ever played... The Stardust Pedal was very intuitive and it took me 4 seconds to dial in a great sound and a perfect balance... I was totally inspired by my sound all night. The Stardust Blackface has what I've been looking in a overdrive for a long, long time. A pedal that gives me some great beefy authentic vintage amp sounds, without having to crank the amp to overkill settings. I easily dialed up some "Sticky Fingers" on steroids sounds, and achieved some thick Buchanan-isms too. Tone knob and volume swells were easily attained... Most importantly, my tone and volume controls are still responsive to fairly subtle variations.- many "ballsy" overdrives (OCD Pedal) eliminate the controls on the guitar. Please note - I haven't tried to use Stardust "Blackface" Overdrive Pedal as a subtle booster yet, but for a "Santana Abraxas" like sound, this little powerhouse hit a home run. http://crazytubecircuits.com/stardust-blackface |
JAM Waheko + Wah Wah
My JAM Waheko + (plus) Wah Wah is a great Wah. It has the classic Cry Baby sound, but it has a more dramatic sweep especially when using the Sweep knob. I use it as a Wah, a tone control and to add feedback. It's apparently indestructible too. I'm very happy with it and right now, it's the only pedal I regularly use.
More Info: https://www.jampedals.com/wahcko-plus/
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Universal Audio OX Amp Top Box Reactive Load Box
“…The Universal Audio OX Amp Top Box is a premium reactive load box, allowing guitarists to play and record their tube amp in its ideal sweet spots — from the edge-of-breakup to fully cranked — at any volume level, and with instant album-quality mic, room, and speaker cabinet emulations at the turn of a knob...”
Jim here - I am overwhelmed by how great the OX sounds. One can choose amp models, amp speakers, the type of mic and the mix of room, close mic etc - it even has a carpet or no carpet setting. One can get great sounds that still retain the personality of your guitar and amp. I am learning too. For example -the plate reverb looks exactly like a plate reverb in a studio, that I’ve never physically touched. But on the OX I’ve adjusted every variable to my hearts content and now I feel like I can independently find a setting on a plate reverb I love, without an engineer. Luca Benedetti are considering recording our duet record on the OX here in my Brooklyn apartment. The OX (and Luca) sounds that good.
Here’s an in-depth OX review by Joe Gore…
https://www.premierguitar.com/articles/27097-universal-audio-ox-review
More info from Universal Audio...
https://www.uaudio.com/hardware/ox.html
Boomerang Phrase Sampler
I also love the Boomerang Phrase Sampler... maybe I'm alone here, but I prefer the simplicity of very first model. It's a great musical tool to use during lessons, for writing and for practicing soloing over changes... I also like to use the Boomerang Phrase Sampler for short vibey looping.
The other phrase sampler I've been using... it's smaller, has a memory and way easier to travel with.
I appreciate the sound and quality of the Klotz Titanium cable. I use the 15 footer with an off/on switch on one cable end. At first I wasn’t sure I wanted the switch (it’s optional) but I have no regrets, it’s a great usable feature. This German made Klotz titanium cable doesn’t compress or become dull or muddy, it’s sonically bright and accurate and transmits the qualities I enjoy from my guitar. Highly recommended!
cable color: black shell/sleeve: black connectors: straight - straight manufacturer jack: Neutrik® pins: gold-plated
cable color: black shell/sleeve: black connectors: straight - straight manufacturer jack: Neutrik® pins: gold-plated
D'ADDARIO STRINGS
I like 009 sets (D'Addario EXL120) because of the sound. There is a "ping" I enjoy and in my opinion, a light gauge string can sound big... I also want to avoid tendonitis...
My first endorsement ever, back in the stone ages of 1997, was from a lineage known to guitarists everywhere: the D'Addario family. I remember 1997 like it was yesterday—well, maybe the day before. Twenty-four years have passed since then, and I still feel a debt of gratitude—plus I still use their strings. I put D'Addario EXL120 strings on my Tele, D'Addario EXL110 strings on the Gibson 225, and one Campilongo Signature has D'Addario ECG524 Chrome Flat Wounds, which give it an amazingly smooth tone and feel. On my 1958 Martin 0015 I use D'Addario EJ13 80/20 Bronze Lights.
I like 009 sets (D'Addario EXL120) because of the sound. There is a "ping" I enjoy and in my opinion, a light gauge string can sound big... I also want to avoid tendonitis...
My first endorsement ever, back in the stone ages of 1997, was from a lineage known to guitarists everywhere: the D'Addario family. I remember 1997 like it was yesterday—well, maybe the day before. Twenty-four years have passed since then, and I still feel a debt of gratitude—plus I still use their strings. I put D'Addario EXL120 strings on my Tele, D'Addario EXL110 strings on the Gibson 225, and one Campilongo Signature has D'Addario ECG524 Chrome Flat Wounds, which give it an amazingly smooth tone and feel. On my 1958 Martin 0015 I use D'Addario EJ13 80/20 Bronze Lights.
FUSION V-PICK
The picks I use are made by V-Pick and I like the "Fusion" model. They last FOREVER and the feel is worth every penny. I'm in.
The picks I use are made by V-Pick and I like the "Fusion" model. They last FOREVER and the feel is worth every penny. I'm in.
THE FENDER CLIP-ON TUNER
I’ve tried almost every clip on tuner available on the market and I prefer the Fender Bullet Clip-On Tuner. I like the unobtrusive look and it reads fast (that’s THE priority). Additionally the LED is big and obvious even in sunlight. I love that it’s made of metal and there is a old fashioned on/off button. To change the batteries is easy, it requires unscrewing the back of the tuner that is simple, stable and old school. Highly recommended!
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SOULDIER GUITAR STRAPS
The Souldier website is a lot fun and their designs have something for everyone. I think some of the designs are beautiful and dressy - and they have some designs that are totally retro and the same as my guitar heroes wore, back in the day.
The Souldier website is a lot fun and their designs have something for everyone. I think some of the designs are beautiful and dressy - and they have some designs that are totally retro and the same as my guitar heroes wore, back in the day.
Replacement tuners...
Assuming they are still made... I really like Kluson replica Gotah tuners.
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GRYPHON STRINGED INSTRUMENTS
I've been frequenting Gryphon for years but no more then recently with long overdue guitar repairs and maintenance. A professional and dependable etiquette along with a "ma and pa" family store vibe, Gryphon is a world-class store for anyone interested in guitar.
https://www.gryphonstrings.com/
(650) 493-2131
211 Lambert Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306
I've been frequenting Gryphon for years but no more then recently with long overdue guitar repairs and maintenance. A professional and dependable etiquette along with a "ma and pa" family store vibe, Gryphon is a world-class store for anyone interested in guitar.
https://www.gryphonstrings.com/
(650) 493-2131
211 Lambert Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306
In New York/Manhattan luthier Tom Crandall at TR Crandall did a great job re-fretting my 1957 Music Master. I trust their work and their store is always worth a visit.
https://trcrandall.com/
(646) 692-4235
156 Ludlow St 5th floor, New York, NY 10002
In New York/Manhattan luthier Tom Crandall at TR Crandall did a great job re-fretting my 1957 Music Master. I trust their work and their store is always worth a visit.
https://trcrandall.com/
(646) 692-4235
156 Ludlow St 5th floor, New York, NY 10002
Luthier Kenneth Harper is a friend but he does GREAT WORK and the most perfect setups my fingers have experienced.
Harper Manufacturing, Makers of Fine Stringed Instruments
email: twangster_1999 [at] yahoo.com
phone: 707-446-0487
7246 Browns Valley Rd
Vacaville, CA 95688
Harper Manufacturing, Makers of Fine Stringed Instruments
email: twangster_1999 [at] yahoo.com
phone: 707-446-0487
7246 Browns Valley Rd
Vacaville, CA 95688
AMP REPAIR
THE AMP LAB CAMPBELL, CALIF
When my amps need attention, on the West Coast my first call is Keith Reinegger at the Amp Lab in Campbell, CA. As far as I'm concerned he's the "Zen Master". Tell him "Jim Can't-Be-Long-Now" sent you.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-amp-lab-campbell
Keith Reinegger
Amp Lab
279 Dillon Ave # 1
Campbell, CA 95008
(408) 871-2422
MAIN DRAG MUSIC BROOKLYN
Pat is a thorough professional who fixes Fender amps and beyond with expertise and experience. Main Drag is large space with a good selection of guitars and amps. Good for consignments too.
Main Drag Music
718-388-6365
www.maindragmusic.com
info [at] maindragmusic.com
330 Wythe St Williamsburg, Brooklyn 11211
My Other favorite stores ...Definitely worth a visit!
Carmine St Guitars (Manhattan)
(212) 691-8400
42 Carmine St, New York, NY 10014
http://www.kellyguitars.com/
Retrofret Vintage Guitars (Brooklyn)
(718) 237-6092
87 Luquer St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
http://www.retrofret.com/
El Diablo Amps & Guitars (Minneapolis)
(612) 293-7595
407 Central Ave SE #101, Minneapolis, MN 55414
https://www.eldiabloamps.com/
Real Guitars (San Francisco)
(415) 552-3310
15 Lafayette St, San Francisco, CA 94103
https://www.realguitars.com/