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Solid Body Electrics	Hollow Body Electrics
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If photos don't come out or you'd liek more , please email me at dstrings@rochester.rr.com OR see them on gbase.com or call Bruce 585-424-3369 10-9 EST

1979 Gibson ES-347 tobacco burst

Nice semi solid in played but very good codition. Not abused as you can tell by the finish. This is teh first year of this model. Bridge is upgraded to brass schallar but original one is avaliable . Slight older neck repair in back of frets , not a broken headstock] .hard to tell ,impossible to feel and 100% guaranteed. Orignal with TP-6 fine tuner tailpiece and coil tapped neck pickup. These rare instruments also are equipped with more powerfull humbuckers all of this is factory .Comes with hardcse [ Gibson logo case available It's not from this guitar but I belive it is from this same period . photos upon request for it] VG+ $1900 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6 photo7.

1987 GIBSON 61 RI SG red mahogany

A real beauty , This is an early SG RI and it's all original and it is truly in great condition. original everything play with incredible low action and no buzzing. Gibson logo case is brown with the pink plush lining and pink satin inner cover. $1425 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6

1996 FENDER USA Fretless Jazz bass special , Black

strings through, active electronics, plays perfect with low action and no buzzes.Rosewood board ,Fender fiber case too! $895

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1980 DAION 555 HEADHUNTER hollowbody with strings through flammy Walnut

These 555's are great guitars!!Two humbuckers that scream and also are factory wired with coil taps on both, There is some miklyness in the finish that should go away easily but it's in great condition. plays perfect, Low action , great frets , no scratches or dings. A real beauty and a cool shape to boot! these have gone up steadily in value . see why if you haven't already read about them [ featuring recently in Vintage Guitar magazine] or played one of these rare beauties. Comes with new Hardcase $1795 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 will consider offers and trades

AMPS , PA, ETC
Here's more info...Electronics are all original! Check out the "Planet" filter capacitors...on the sleeve are the words "One year warranty"! At this time the amplifier sounds absolutely great! Of course they can go anytime, but fortunately they are easy to replace.

1966 FENDER PRO-REVERB blackface,

2x12's original w/ jensen gold labels, and excellent but one small tear in lower face on grillcloth $2,495 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

1960's KALAMAZOO KB bass,

white , much like a Gibson EB-O, solid body , big humbucker ,four on aside tuners, VG, OSSC $450 photo

1960's Sekova 'Vulcan' bass redburst ,

one pickup, hollowbody , big profile neck, $375 photo1 on hold

1960's KINGSTON [ EKO or perhaps Teisco] ROKE

rok[ cool Italian rock band from teh 60's] clone guitar , white, almost as rare as the originals, $450 photo

1966 HAGSTROM KENT bass [ Hagstrom I] BLACK

This is the original Kent bass. hard to find one that has it all. Plays and works great. low action 30" scale. All original parts, clean plastic top and vinyl covered wood body. Very few around with the gold grill. Love em or hate em' . very few folks are in the middle with originals Hagstroms . But all are amazed at how great they sound. With their light weight , they are also a pleasure to play. with original gray case, EX- $825 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1980's Scavenger BASS in off-white: RARE to find a wing series bass., full 34" scale , really cool symmetrical body bass with P-bass Diaries [?]. on very decent condition, played but not abused. W/HC $525 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 ........................




1980's Scavenger BASS in BLACK: RARE to find a wing series bass., full 34" scale , really cool symmetrical body bass with P-bass Diaries [?]. on very decent condition, played but not abused. W/HC $525 photo1 photo3 photo4 photo5

1966/67? HAGSTROM VIII eight string in WHITE #066 ultra rare!!

an incredibly RARE hagstrom . not listed in usual hag listing anywhere. These models were offered in sunburst or Red mahogany. But, some where made in white . at least a few have turned up and even been written about in publications. This is the first we're seen. It's in very good condition, all original with the exception of one replaced slider switch. comes with New hardcase. $2,300 or best offer photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

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click here to see a lovely older photo of our shipping and receiving staff featuring Luke 'Bovine' Diamond, Mama Ann and 'Maude the Magnificent'!

Maude Diamond

1992-2009

she was a being with a beautiful soul. We'll always miss her.

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and here for an inside view of a typical 'in store jam

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solid body electrics

always more on the way so keep checking!

Gibson

1987 GIBSON 61 RI SG red mahogany

FENDER

1990's Fender Squire protone Strat Trans-red/ gold
a great japanese fender , pearloid pickguard, gold plated hardware, beautiful wood grain with a dark red translucent finish, The Squire Protone series were perhaps fenders greatest mistake , ask anyone who has played one, They were as good or better then the USA made counterparts and once Fender realized .. well you've probably already heard the story by now. anyway, it's a great value period. W/GB EX $595 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1994 FENDER TEX-MEX TELECASTER special sunburst

very cool. MIM tele in sunburst . humbucker in neck postion, American standard in bridge . First year. five way position, old style klusons, strings thru, really nice profile maple neck and in great condition. plays perfect. low$$ at $425 with GB photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 sold

1986 Fender /Squire Stratocaster black
a really nice example of what Fender Japan made at this period .A fine light weight strat and miles from what uses the Squire name now. The trem is the same as what Fender used on the Performer series.w/GB $650 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

serious inquires please call or email for more photos of any of our instruments 585-424-3369 dstrings@rochester.rr.com
HAGSTROMS
Diamond strings has America's largest selection of vintage Hagstrom guitars [click on hagstrom to see our spokes-model]
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Sorry we do NOT sell Hagstrom parts and we are no longer a dealer of the new Chinese hagstrom line

vintage hagstroms

oh BABY!!!!

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1966 HAGSTROM I KENT blue
wooden body covered by plastic top [ with swimming pool radio grill that is strictly ornamental!!] vinyl back. no rips or tears or shrinkage. Two pickups, low action and the fastest neck ever. original hagstrom case, , EX, $850 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1966 Hagstrom I black
and in beautiful condition W plush lined soft shell case, $750 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
1965 HAGSTROM I red/black
a nice players grade insturment with a red plastic top plate and black vinyl back both in decent shape, The bridge pickup is a Hagstrom for that famed hag Twang , the neck was replaced with a Seymour Duncan strat sized humbucker [ no routing was done ] , it's been played and also been reconditioned by diamondstrings and plays perfect. .bridge is an ABR and the tuners are Grover mini's. It will make a great players grade instrument that won't cost a lot. Just needs the right home [ on stage] . with GB $625 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5
1966 HAGSTROM II red
it's not blue or sunburst or white or black or even stripped to natural ... It's red, two single coil [square end pickups and in nice condition . back vinyl removed and painted the right color by Diamondstrings, all else there and ready to play . W/ GB $625 call for photos
1966 Hagstrom II sunburst
this one is sunburst ! two switches have been replaced with new ones. It's not perfect but it's really nice. $650photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
call Bruce at Diamondstrings directly about current hagstrom updates in inventory ,sometimes it changes a bit too quickly for me to keep up to date on this site. 585-424-3369
or email dstrings@rochester.rr.com
1966 HAGSTROM KENT bass [ hagstrom I] BLACK

This is the original Kent bass. hard to find one that has it all. Plays and works great. low action 30" scale. All original parts, clean plastic top and vinyl covered wood body. Very few around with the gold grill. Love em or hate em' . very few folks are in the middle with originals Hagstroms . But all are amazed at how great they sound. With their light weight , they are also a pleasure to play. with original gray case, EX- $825 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

always more on the way [ hopefully, I do try....], please keep checkin' and call if you don't see what you seek'

1962? HAGSTROM BATMAN [ the Ultimate collectible hagstrom solidbody]
we are pleased to offer the rarest of all hagstrom solidbodys. As far as we know this is the only one ever offered for sale in the states, These models were produced in small numbers and never imported, It has a shape not unlike a Gibson SG but the pickups are hag unique humbuckers with a pushbutton control plate, top is blue sparkle and the entire back including the neck is molded white pearloid. the neck is some kind of fiberglass and it has a very smooth feel. also has the Hagstrom tremor arm, call for all details , comes with a Jennings of England hardcase $2100 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 [sold but take a look anyway cause it's incredible
vintage SWEDES
1973 Hagstrom Swede natural
very nice playing swede some milkyness in the finish but all solid. Diamondstrings repro guard, New Grover stairstep tuners look like the originals but are much tighter HC, $950 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo sold

1973 HAGSTROM Swede bass natural mahogany
in great condition, flat wound strings currently on it and gives it a very 60's tone. with OHSC, $1,250 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

if you get a chance, check out the dealer profile on Diamondstrings in [NOV]'2002Vintage Guitar ' magazine

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NEW WATERSTONE BASSES AND GUITARS!!!! photo1 photo2 photo3 call!! great prices !!
1987 GIBSON 61 RI SG red mahogany

A real beauty , This is an early SG RI and it's all original and it is truly in great condition. original everything play with incredible low action and no buzzing. Gibson logo case is brown with the pink plush lining and pink satin inner cover. $1425 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6
1979 Gibson ES-347 tobacco burst

Nice semi solid in played but very good codition. Not abused as you can tell by the finish. This is teh first year of this model. Bridge is upgraded to brass schallar but original one is avaliable . Slight older neck repair in back of frets , not a broken headstock] .hard to tell ,impossible to feel and 100% guaranteed. Orignal with TP-6 fine tuner tailpiece and coil tapped neck pickup. These rare instruments also are equipped with more powerfull humbuckers all of this is factory .Comes with hardcse [ Gibson logo case available It's not from this guitar but I belive it is from this same period . photos upon request for it] VG+ $1900 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6 photo7.

1966 HAGSTROM KENT bass [ hagstrom I] BLACK

This is the original Kent bass. hard to find one that has it all. Plays and works great. low action 30" scale. All original parts, clean plastic top and vinyl covered wood body. Very few around with the gold grill. Love em or hate em' . very few folks are in the middle with originals Hagstroms . But all are amazed at how great they sound. With their light weight , they are also a pleasure to play. with original gray case, EX- $825 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1980's Scavenger BASS in off-white

RARE to find a wing series bass., full 34" scale , really cool symetrical body bass with P-bass Dimarzio [?]. on very decent condition, played but not abused. W/HC $525 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 ........................

1980's Scavenger BASS in BLACK

RARE to find a wing series bass., full 34" scale , really cool symetrical body bass with P-bass Dimarzio [?]. on very decent condition, played but not abused. W/HC $525 photo1 photo3 photo4 photo5

1966/67? HAGSTROM VIII eight string in WHITE #066

an incredibly RARE hagstrom . not listed in usual hag listing anywhere. These models were offered in sunburst or Red mahaogany. But, some where made in white . at least a few have turned up and even been written about in publications. This is the first we're seen. It's in very good condition, all original with the exception of one replaced slider switch. comes with New hardcase. $2,300 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1965 HOFNER 500/1 'Beatle violin bass"
Newer real Hofner guard , raised logo, with rare gray hardcase,photo1 EX $2,350 photo1 photo2 photo3 sold

1966 FENDER PRO-REVERB blackface,
2x12's original w/ jensen gold labels, and excellent but one small tear in lower face on grillcloth $2,495 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

1956 DANELECTRO BLOND Twin Twelve model,
repro handle, new power cable, ULTRA RARE 2X12 W/ trem $2,000 or best offer photo1 photo2 photo3

1960's DANELECTRO amp in-case guitar
[ but no case however I have one case for either the one of two pickup model , we can work something out] ] this is the two pickup redburst version of the guitar listed above, $495 photo1 photo2

1960's KALAMAZOO KB bass, white , much like a Gibson EB-O, solid body , big humbucker ,four on aside tuners, VG, OSSC $450 photo

1960's Danelectro DC-1 shorthorn guitar, one lipstick tube pickup, black with white sides , one small seam repair ,[ hard to tell] otherwise excellent, w/sc$495 photo

1960's Sekova 'Vulcan' bass redburst , one pickup, hollowbody , big profile neck, $275 photo1

1960's KINGSTON [ EKO or perhaps Teisco] ROKe clone guitar , white, almost as rare as the originals, $495 photo
1966 HAGSTROM KENT bass [ hagstrom I] BLACK

This is the original Kent bass. hard to find one that has it all. Plays and works great. low action 30" scale. All original parts, clean plastic top and vinyl covered wood body. Very few around with the gold grill. Love em or hate em' . very few folks are in the middle with originals Hagstroms . But all are amazed at how great they sound. With their light weight , they are also a pleasure to play. with original gray case, EX- $825 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

check for matching Performer basses in the bass section
Performers group shot [click here]
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DEARMOND
2001 Guild Dearmond M75 T champagne/silver sparkle
Very much like a Guild Bluesbird, with a bigsby style and in a totally cool silver sparkle finish.$495
2001 Dearmond M75T silver sparkle, same as above but perfect condition ,$550photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

2001 Guild Dearmond M75T blue sparkle
a great guitar with chambered body in the bluesbird tradition. no longer in production. Hard to find in Blue.
$750W/hc photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
2002 Dearmond S-73 XII greenburst
yikes what a cool XII . solid body with set neck. 1/78th nut. in like new condition. and in Greenburst! Plays like a dream with very low action. and sounds clean and full like a great XII should. Why were these great Dearmonds discontinued.?/ perhaps they were just too good for the money. Folks have found out that the newer ones fender has been offering lately ain't great. . Try it and you'll see what we mean. > W/GB $675 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

2002 Guild Dearmond M75-T sunburst

same as above but in a vintage looking sunburst looks like a real Aristocrat from the 50'sBut with a trem.$650 with non orignal harsshell case photos soon.

click to see three of the coolest reissures ever, the Three amigos

other cool stuff

1991 CHARVEL surfcaster cherryburst w/bigsby or original trapeze a true beauty, in EXCELLENT condition. from the original series. original chrome trapeze tail also included. OHSC $1,495 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

1999 N.O.S. CORT CL-1000 trans-magenta
great Korean made, top of the line solid body, beautiful quilted maple top and mahogany back, Gold plated hardware two Alnico humbuckers with coil tap electronics, locking bridge system, fret board has abalone and pearl inlays [ like an upper line Guild ] and the body shape is reminisce of a Gretsch super Axe, unplayed condition, with HC, $595 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
Folks , Call Diamondstrings TODAY! Call me direct [ no emails ,so I know you're serious] and we'll find a way to make it happen for you!!!

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WASHBURN WING SERIES!!
1990's WASHBURN WING 'eagle' RI model SB-30 WHITE
a beautiful wing reissue with five piece neck through and all the great features that you expect on a wing series 'top of the line' instrument. Same Eagle inlays on the fingerboard but it has a much slimmer neck design then the 80's Eagles. Push pull split coil pickups have an amazing amount of punch . This guitar looks absolutely beautiful and plays with the lowest action I've ever seen cleanly. Comes with OHHC, $825 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
1982 Washburn Falcon rosewood

from the japanese Wing series [ some of the very best instruments are from japan from this era] . made in the Matsumolo factory and you can see the similarities to Daions. [ check out the brass 'donut' inlayed position markers. Cool shape , powerful pickups and a very comfy medium profile neck . $795 EX, w/HC photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1980's WASHBURN FALCON rosewood with maple

a rare one . has the rosewood top but sides and back are all maple. Looks amazing. and sounds huge! These guitars were made to play ROCK!! with the neck AND strings through body design they sustain forever. also has brass saddles and nut. OHSC, $625 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4sold

1980's Washburn HAWK black

another beauty from Matsumoko in all black , neck thru body and strings thru too! Dot inlays , locking bridge with brass saddles. New tuners, HC, EX, $625photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1980's Washburn RAVEN sunburst

very similar to the Falcon and Eagle the hawk has two humbuckers and the same profile neck. but it is a bolt on. The body has the famous wing shape and it is unbound. Very solid and a great sounding guitar from Japans' best period. Built in the Matsumoku factory. with GB , $395 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5


more cool stuff

1999 N.O.S. CORT CL-1000 trans-magenta
great Korean made, top of the line solid body, beautiful quilted maple top and mahogany back, Gold plated hardware two Alnico humbuckers with coil tap electronics, locking bridge system, fret board has abalone and pearl inlays [ like an upper line Guild ] and the body shape is reminisce of a Gretsch super Axe, unplayed condition, with HC, $595 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
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new PEARL RIVER melted pick model
that's right . It does look like a PRS with melted tortoise shell picks covering it. Actually it is the same stuff that they cover drums with. Maybe Ringo would have played this guitar ??? anyway it is solid wood [ I checked] and it sounds as great as it looks with two humbuckers and a 25 1/2" scale rosewood board. Stop tail and tuneamatic set up. [ basically a Les paul]. but a lot less$$.. W/GB $175 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

2002 nos Italia Modena green sparkle
way cool!!!!, green sparkle top with white pearloid molded back,[ solid wood body] three firebird type humbuckers and a excellent quality whammy make this a great playing 'retro' axe for very low $$ , mint condition, $495 photo1 photo2 photo

WATERSTONE BASSES AND GUITARS

Diamondstrings is proud to be a Waterstone guitar dealer. These are new on the scene but we feel they represent one of the very finest instruments coming out of Korea today [ and as a lot of you already know , that ain't like yesterday] . Cool styles and even cooler colors. We offer the best prices available anywhere for these. CALL..........585-424-3369.........: some group shots
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NEW [nos] WATERSTONE RST natural quilted maple

a great retro design, best described as a cross between a Rickenbacker 360 and a Gibson 330 [ Epiphone casino] . top bound, bigsby style trem, 2 P-90's, F-hole, pearloid guard . Maple top and Paulownia[ korean light mahogany] back. . these guitars simply sound fantastic . I doubt you'll find a better new guitar buy for the money. Literally everyone who tries Waterstone guitars is very impressed at the amazing value . We have the RST model in natural quilt and also in blue sparkle top finishes. Comes with top quality logo Gigbag, $495 natural quilt photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

NEW WATERSTONE 'WWAS' 'JAG-STYLE' in Green sparkle

whata showstopper adn two hunbuckers !! lare green flake sparkle. The pickups aer strong teh photos shows one with a chrome cover but that is just a suggestion. . it comes without the covers. nice white pearloid pickguard and a great profile neck . Here's some specs please call for prices photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

Body Type:
Basswood solid body, bolt-on neck

Body Size:
13" W x 17 ¼ " L x 1 ¼ " Thick

Pickups:
Two Humbucker

Controls:
One volume, one tone, three position one selector

Bridge:
Classic hard tail, 4-bolt

Nut Width:
43mm (1.69"), bone

Scale Length:
648mm (25.5")

Frets:
23

Neck Style:
Standard (.8 at first fret)

Finishes:
Blue sparkle; Red sparkle; Green sparkle

Strings:
0.010

Case:
Waterstone padded gig case

NEW WATERSTONE 'LULU' P-style trans-red [ also in vintage yellow!!]

a beautiful P style bass , cool bound body [ contoured bask] with F-hole. Flamed maple top , Paulownia back, maple board, great wide neck. like a classic P bass, sounds every bit as good as any I've played. comes with top quality logo gigbag, $425 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

here are some specs :

Body Type:
Paulownia solid body, bolt neck

Body Size:
13 ½ "W x 16"L x 1 ½ " Thick

Pickups:
2 split single coil

Controls:
one volume, one tone

Bridge:
Saddle-o-matic

Nut Width:
1 3/4", bone

Scale Length:
864mm (34")

Frets:
21

Neck Style:
medium taper

Unique Features:
F-Hole rout

Case:
Hardshell case

NEW Waterstone RPM bass J-style bass natural quilted maple

Just awesome to look at. and just as good to play and listen to. The RRM bass is an awesome machine. Bound body with contoured back, amazing quilt maple, made in Korea, One of the best basses for money you will find anywhere. Find out why Waterstone is fast making a great reputation for themselves. W/GB $450 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

NEW WATERSTONE 'WWAS 'GREEN SPARKLE

JAG-style two humbuckers

too kewl , !!!!!! W/GB $450 photos soon

NEW WATERSTONE MS 'Tribute bass ' Premier scroll style'

in gold sparkel. this bass is insane . just the coolest thing around. Awesoem big honkin' neck taht plays perfect . fasntastic quality at an amazingly low price call 585-424-3369 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

specs :

Body Type:
Paulownia solid body, bolt neck

Pickups:
Bass Humbuckers (wood grain)

Controls:
two volume, two tone

Bridge:
Saddle-o-matic, string through body tailpiece

Nut Width:
1 3/4", bone

Scale Length:
864mm (34")

Frets:
25

Neck Style:
medium taper

Unique Features:
Upper bout contoured carving

Case:
Hardshell case

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2002 nos Italia Modena green sparkle
way cool!!!!, green sparkle top with white pearloid molded back,[ solid wood body] three firebird type humbuckers and a excellent quality whammy make this a great playing 'retro' axe for very low $$ , mint condition, $495 photo1 photo2 photo3

1960's DOMINO CALIFORNIA REBEL!!!! sunburst[ for those who need a ' beyond cool' axe
yikes !! diamond strings is more then proud to finally offer the king-o-da cheezzy guitars! The infamous Domino California rebel. This may be the only thing ever sent over from Japan in the 60's[ Kawai factory so I hear] with a name that truly matches the oddball shape and features. for instance ,,. it looks like an inverted Vox Phantom and it's a thinline kinda like a thinline tele. It's got a whammy of course AND it's got a slotted headstock for crissakes. !! The sunburst finnish which isn't actually all that bad is almost totally hidden by it's fake wood grain pickguard. Best of all, According to international laws, which have now eased up, you no longer have to reside in california and be part of a crazed biker gang backup band to own one. So Don't listen to what your wife sayz about your low bank account,,. this time be a man . No... better yet,, be a Rebel! and make your arsenal all it can be with a' Domino California Rebel.'. priced at $850 with some kinda case, photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5sold ,but check it out anyway. we miss it dearly !!
1960's KINGSTON [ EKO or perhaps Teisco] ROK clone guitar , white, almost as rare as the originals, $495 photo
1960's SILVERTONE [ danelectro] guitar W/ AMP in case offset double cutaway , one pickup ,black with metal flecks in the finish, all works perfect and in great condition, $595 photo

1960's DANELECTRO amp in-case guitar[ but no case] this is the two pickup redburst version of the guitar listed above, $495 photo1 photo2

2001 Guild Dearmond M75 T champagne sparkle
with a bigsby style trem in a totally cool finish. w/gb. $495photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
2001 Guild Dearmond M75T blue sparkle
a great guitar with chambered body in the bluesbird tradition. no longer in production. Hard to find in Blue.
$750W/hc photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
2001 guild Dearmond M75 -T sunburst
in sunburst. looks just like the orignal 50's models EX W/case $625 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

2002 Dearmond S-73 XII greenburst
yikes what a cool XII . solid body with set neck. 1/78th nut. in like new condition. and in Greenburst! Plays like a dream with very low action. and sounds clean and full like a great XII should. Why were these great Dearmonds discontinued.?/ perhaps they were justt too good for the money. Folks have found out that the newer ones fender has been offering lately ain't great. . Try it and you'll see what we mean. > W/GB $675 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4
1960's and new Kapa-Diamondstrings BASS VI gold

a hybrid, we took an old Kapa continental bass neck and converted it to hold six strings, the 30" scale was perfect for a six string bass. it is an octave lower so you just play it like a guitar [ or bass] . the body is a new gold metallic[ glitter] strat style . the strat style pickups are generic but they sound very strong. bridge humbucker is from a vintage Yamaha and the tailpiece is a massive stop tail style for a six string. looks great and plays and sounds as good as any of the Fender VI's we have had but a lot less money to yo u.. $495 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 SOLD

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Hollow Body Electrics


Gibson and Epiphone


1966 EPIPHONE Riviera XII: very rare 1st year twelve in 'Honeyburst' officially called Royal tan. Very beautiful guitar with the tone and 'vibe' to match. This instrument was owned at one time by The guitar player from Spira Gyra whilst in Buffalo NY. HSC $call photo

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`GUILDS`


1968 guild ST-305 [ studio 402 prototype? or custom order] impossibly rare!!!!!: a hollow body 'barney kessel' design, thickness is somewhere between a thinline and a full body. The studio series was made in 301, 302 and 303 models only. A factory St- 305 special label is in this one. All major Guild authorites agree it is most likely a prototype of the Guild St-402 which also sports a thicker body then the others. Very nice sunburst with some checking on the back . Two guild mini-humbuckers and a very impressive ambient sound..W/ Bigsby, or with original Melita bridge and Guild tail in the case. a Guild collectors dream guitar. HC, $3,495new photo1 new photo2 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6




DeArmond Bluesbirds: click here and here for group photos

other hollow body goodies

1980 DAION 555 HEADHUNTER hollowbody with strings through flammy Walnut

1986 CARVIN SH-225 hollow body natural

WOW!!!! one of the very rarest of all Carvins, Only offered in small numbers from 1981 thru 1986 ,you may notice that this one looks similar to the Hofner verythin original AND the reissue series. That's because the body was made by Hofner. everythng else from what I've heard was done by Carvin. It's got a beautiful glued in neck with ebony board. Coil taps and phase switching AND it has two jacks like a Rickenbacker so it can also be played in Stereo, It comes with the special cable to do this . . This one was ordered with all the options available at the time.It's got the Kahler trem , three ply black pickguard and high quality hardcase.Pickups are Duncan alnico's. It's in absolutely beautiful condition, $1575 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

1960's Kent/ Rickenbacker clone

no model # as this one was bssically rebuilt at Diamondstrings. Where to start??? oh mi-gosh... The neck with it's original tuners IS a Kent with a redburst finish ,The profile is Big [ perhaps even REALLY big] The bound Body which is also Japanese may be a Kent , Sekova, Eko . whatever.. it's extra thin and truly hollow . it's three tone sunburst is still in great condition and the highly flamed back really stands out. some checks lines but very solid, Everything else was pretty much done at Diamondstrings. The pickups are new dearmonds, the knobs are new repro Fender 80's style, The bridge is bigsby the whammy is a bigsby style that I cannot identify [ please let us know if you can because we have another like it in stock] . all electronics are new high quality. It's wired same as a Les Paul. Repro raised pickguard and pickup plates were made at Diamondstrings too. This thing came out great and it's unique. It's tone really rings and it plays great with low action. $525 ? I dunno, make me an offer ......photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1966 Murph XII hollowbody wacky looking!! sunburst
The pictures speak for themselves . This thing is quite rare and very good quality. The headstock had to be redone by Diamondstrings as it was at one time converted to a six string. All works well.$950 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4sold long ago but look anyway.. it's toooo cooool. [

1960's Intermark hollow body [like a Burns vibraslim!!] redburst: Title says it all pretty much., It has two pickups a good working whammy and it is just cooooool.The control knobs are on the side of the pickuard. Sounds good too. plays good too. price is good too!$400 VG+ photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4





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Cases: if it's good it's a GOYA!?


1960's Goya fibercase $75 VG

1970's Gibson Es-335 nice EX $250

1960's wooden hardshell possibly harmony dano ?? Eko? abit beat on part of the outside but red felt interior is fine$100 photo1 photo2 photo3

1950's 60's? Gibson soft shell alligator for melody maker or possbily SG jr? brown alligator VG $125

1960'd Mosrite Combo bass case [ boy these are hard to find, I don't even know how i got it] $350

1980's Ovation 'Breadwinner soft shell same shape as the bizarre guitar that it's made for

1960's ? GRETSCH two tone gray .

lower bout 15 1/2" upper 12" typical gretsch depth ? VGC $250

1960's dark blue hardcse for small electic lower 12 " upper 10" EX $95

1970's Fender P or J bass hardshell with logo.VGC $150

others .. call

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Hollow body and solid XII's
: click here for a great group shot of GOYA hollow bodies




1966 EPIPHONE Riviera XII royal tan: very rare 1st year twelve in 'Honeyburst' officially called Royal tan. Very beautiful guitar with the tone and 'vibe' to match. This instrument was owned at one time by The guitar player from Spira Gyra whilst in Buffalo NY.[ or so i was assured] OHSC call !!photo

1960's Contessa [ GOYA] hollowbody XII natural: with all the pushbuttons anyone could ever want, ABR bridge and a veneer repair to the back upper cutaway , made in Italy where all the cool pushbutton stuff comes from.. W/HC $650
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mosrite

2003 Mosrite Ventures RI seafoam
one of the very last of the Reissue Japanese Mosrites. This one HAS the VENTURES logo , none of the current ones on the market do and from what I have gathered there won't be any more with the logo. . white pickguard ,and white pickups ,white surrounds, Awesome seafoam finish. I have owned and played many originals ones and have not played or heard one any better then this. Just awesome!! In virtually unplayed condition. w/HC $2,350. photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4SOLD

DAION and WASHBURN GUITARS and basses

washburn



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Hay folks, have you noticed that there is a serious lack of strats and lespauls on these lists yet? It's all part of my plan to rid the world of medio-rock-racy ...........AHH- HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA [diabolical laugh] [damn ! there's those brackets again]

If you don't see it, call anyway. I'll help you find it!!

click here to see Luke Diamond the new head of our acoustic department

Diamondstrings

20 Shaftsbury Road

Rochester NY

14610



MANDOLINs-banjos-whatever

: click 'HERE' for a free mandolin technique lesson from Luke Diamond
if you complete the lesson sucessfully , click 'here'


1980's HONDO II /KAY mandolin, amberburst: the cool pointy one . nuff said.? well maybe not enough said..It looks just like the Kay model and I believe it is actually the same thing. Looks like a Rigel kinda sorta.... It plays and sounds a lot beter then anyone would expect [ I've played mandolin for over 20 years and I guarantee this. [ love, Bruce] , there is a little shadow below the bridge where it had sat in the wrong position for too long. But otherwise the finish looks new and structurally it's perfect. $450photo1 photo 2 photo3

2006 TSAI H-5 style [ Gibson] Mandola sunburst: a beautiful Koa and spruce full size mandola, amazing inlay work, five large birds hand cut Abalone and MOP, and also around the front AND back of the body. bone saddle, hardcase, beautiful tone. A Gibson of this quality and hand work would cost 10K easily. Handmade by Tsai in korea, this kind of quality is changing the way people think of oriental instrumnets. This is a chance to finally own a mandola without going broke. $350, OHSC, photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

2008 TSAI TD-6 Teardrop acoustic/electric guitar in sunburst: simply put , for those of you who like the unusual AND a cool sounding folk guitar to boot, this IS THE guitar for your next Halloween party. ya gotta see the photos.. ya just gotta see da pix!! Pick and 4band EQ added by Diamondstrings!!...With form fit hardshell case [ REALLY!] $ 550 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6

1960's LEE GIBBS 5-string open back banjo: made in Germany most likely by Hofner or possibly Framus, [you can tell by black three ply nut] .Skin head is stamped made in Germany on the inside. This is a very nice solid wood banjo. the neck is three piece and is made from the same wood , which looks to be either alder or sycamore, as the body , the finish is a cool three tone sunburst , tuners are new 'Ovation logo' German made Schallars. New tail also. sounds nice and warm, neck has a batty feel to it but plays great with low action.SALE!!! $175 photo1 photo2 photo3












2006 TSAI Style 5 UKELELE Koa: Solid flamed Koa and a beauty too, inlayed with real hand cut abalone around the front and back and position markers are abalone and MOP porcupines and on the headstock too. plays and sounds great comes with a form fit hardshell case. TOo COOL! $295 photo1 photo2 photo3


1950's LIBERTY Mando/Banjo: English made, unusual, plays & sound great, EC, OHSC, $400 photo

FOLK's GUITARS

basically we just don't deal in many acoustic instruments but sometimes great ones come by one way or another


The 'SHAFTSBURY' [diamondstrings parlor] guitar [ formally known as ' The EAST RIVER'][ formally known as 'the Castlebar']: handmade by Bruce Diamond shortly after graduating 'GRD'.in1981. This is a very unique parlor size instrument. The sides and back are very nice Koa wood the top is spruce purchased from Gurian's before their fire. There is 'rope' marquettetry around the top and old style Martin stripe down the back covering the seam. The bridge is hand carved and is inlayed with a few rhinestones.It has a slotted headstock that has been repaired by the builder and comes with gold plated shallar tuners.The neck joins at the 12th fret and is a classical width with a rosewood board.This guitar is braced for steel strings but works equally well with nylon or Silk and Bronze.Teh neck profile is a softened 'V' shape. It possesses a very 'sweet' and clear tone and is comfortable and easy to play, A fingerpickers dream instrument for sure. only $125,500 or best ofer over $150.000 lol!!! w/ SSC photo on sale this week sale!! only $124,000!!![ with softcase][ just kidding of course , I'm not selling this , I love it much too much !

if you get a chance ,check out the dealer profile on Diamondstrings in November 2002 'Vintage Guitar ' magazine: 585-424-3369
or email dstrings@rochester.rr.com


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Diamond strings invites all of you to join the 4-H club, this is of course Hofner,Hagstrom, Hohner and Hoyer , you can often find them all in the listings here . see ya at the next picnic ................ bd

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1965 EPIPHONE TEXAN natural acoutic guitar

The same guitar as Paul used to write and sing Yesterday.. Blue label. still in wonderful condition. All original including 'E' guard ,very little wear. . It is signed a few years ago by none other then Mr. Pete Best . it reads ' Keep rocking the beat' along with his signature. There is a picture of documentation inside the case [ and in these photos] . Should that seem an issue to you in any way. It was done with a sharpie and can be easily totally removed by me if so desired by you. I am consigning this piece and the owner is highly motivated to sell it soon!! It's priced LOW but still make a reasonable offer and you may be very surprised. . for more information and or an in-hand description please call bruce at www.diamondstrings.com 585-424-3369 $2695 or best offer. photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6 sold

2001 guild Dearmond M75 -T sunburst
in sunburst. looks just like the orignal 50's models EX W/case $625 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1960's KALAMAZOO KB bass, white , much like a Gibson EB-O, solid body , big humbucker ,four on aside tuners, VG, OSSC $450 photo

1960's Danelectro DC-1 shorthorn guitar, one lipstick tube pickup, black with white sides , one small seam repair ,[ hard to tell] otherwise excellent, w/sc$495 photo

1960's Sekova 'Vulcan' bass redburst , one pickup, hollowbody , big profile neck, $275 photo1

1960's KINGSTON [ EKO or perhaps Teisco] ROK clone guitar , white, almost as rare as the originals, $495 photo

1966 FENDER PRO-REVERB blackface, 2x12's original and excellent but one small tear in lower face on grillcloth $2500

1956 DANELECTRO BLOND Twin Twelve model, repro handle, new power cable, Impossibly RARE 2X12 W/ trem call!! 585-424-3369

1960's SILVERTONE [ danelectro] guitar W/ AMP in case offset double cutaway , one pickup ,black with metal flecks in the finish, all works perfect and in great condition, $695 on hold

1960's DANELECTRO amp in-case guitar[ but no case] this is the two pickup redburst version of the guitar listed above, $495 hold

1960's KALAMAZOO KB bass, white , much like a Gibson EB-O, solid body , big humbucker ,four on aside tuners, VG, OSSC $450

1960's Danelectro DC-1 shorthorn guitar, one lipstick tube pickup, black with white sides , one small seam repair ,[ hard to tell] otherwise excellent, w/sc$595 hold

1960's Sekova 'Vulcan' bass redburst , one pickup, hollowbody , big profile neck, $375 hold

1960's KINGSTROM [ EKO or perhaps Teisco] ROK clone guitar , white, almost as rare as the originals, $495

Bassesbasses basses

this is our 'specialitie de maison'

always more on the way so keep checking

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`HAGSTROMS`

1966/67? HAGSTROM VIII eight string in WHITE #066

an incredibly RARE hagstrom . not listed in usual hag listing anywhere. These models were offered in sunburst or Red mahaogany. But, some where made in white . at least a few have turned up and even been written about in publications. This is the first we're seen. It's in very good condition, all original with the exception of one replaced slider switch. comes with New hardcase. $2,300 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1965 HAGSTROM I kent bass blue

A Rare color for this model. in plastic top with a ornamental swimming pool grill!! it's the way of the future baby!!! dig it!! like all the insturments we sell, it plays and works perfect. New switches and a dead on color refinished back[ done by us] . Perhaps Not for collectors but any player would be thrilled to use this one. $675 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 SOLD

1966 HAGSTROM I kent bass [ hagstrom I] white

cool in white, a few cracks on the body but nothing bad and does not effect anything, looks cool, plays great , less filling! $795 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 sold

1966 HAGSTROM KENT bass [ hagstrom I] BLACK

1966 Hagstrom Coranado bass natural

this one has been pro-refinished in natural and has checking that looks very natural too. Neck has been redone in black with new decal and body has been slightly modified to make it weigh a bit less. All the rest, pickups pushbuttons and volume lever are original. Still has the vintage hag vibe and will make someone very happy especially because it is quite affordable[ unlike a lot of the more rare hag offerings from the 50/60's. $695 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6

1973 HAGSTROM Swede bass natural mahogany
in great condition, flat wound strings currently on it and gives it a very 60's tone. with OHSC, $1,350 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

FENDER
1997 FENDER P-Bass Deluxe [maple neck]: champagne gold metallic,[Inca Silver? you tell me...] Fender's answer to the Musician Stingray combined with a stock P-bass,pickup and a musicman style humbucker one. Strings thru bridge or regular, pearloid guard and active electronics on steroids,. Fender most versatile bass ever.! EX, OHSC, $950 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4



1963 Fender Precision: professionally 'slightly reliced by N&S of Nashville [ the best] in ' Sherwood Green' otherwise all original!! amazing tone, unbelieveable neck [ call 585-424-3369

`guilds`



1980's GUILD X-702 GOLD: a beautiful refinish by Mr. Mark Drogi. one of the very best!! This model was never offered in Gold so ..... as long as we got to pick a color ...... It looks awesome and plays perfect. $850, photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4



1984 GUILD SB-201, metallic teal: just like as above but in the one pickup model, Solid mahogany body 34" scale, rosewood board. a Top quality overlooked bass [ but most lily not for long] .; VG+ OHSC, $675 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

WATERSTONE BASSES AND GUITARS

Diamondstrings is proud to be a Waterstone guitar dealer. These are new on the scene but we feel they represent one of the very finest insturments coming out of Korea today [ and as a lot of you already know , that ain't like yesterday] . Cool styles and even cooler colors. We offer the best prices available anywhere for these. CALL..........585-424-3369.........: some group shots
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NEW WATERSTONE RST natural quilted maple or blue sparkle

NEW WATERSTONE 'LULU' P-style trans-red [ also in vintage yellow!!]

here are some specs :

Body Type:
Paulownia solid body, bolt neck

Body Size:
13 ½ "W x 16"L x 1 ½ " Thick

Pickups:
2 split single coil

Controls:
one volume, one tone

Bridge:
Saddle-o-matic

Nut Width:
1 3/4", bone

Scale Length:
864mm (34")

Frets:
21

Neck Style:
medium taper

Unique Features:
F-Hole rout

Case:
Hardshell case

NEW Waterstone RPM bass J-style bass natural quilted maple

NEW WATERSTONE MS 'Tribute bass ' Premier scroll style'

specs :

Body Type:
Paulownia solid body, bolt neck

Pickups:
Bass Humbuckers (wood grain)

Controls:
two volume, two tone

Bridge:
Saddle-o-matic, string through body tailpiece

Nut Width:
1 3/4", bone

Scale Length:
864mm (34")

Frets:
25

Neck Style:
medium taper

Unique Features:
Upper bout contoured carving

Case:
Hardshell case

the best of the rest [in no particular order]

1965 HOFNER 500/1 'Beatle violin bass"

Newer hofner guard , raised logo, pots are dated 255 ,smaller pickups rings [like paul's] with rare gray hardcase A great bass at a great price . ,photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 EX $2,395

1996 MODULUS 'SONIC HAMMER' 'Flea' BASS trans-Green

this is one mo-fo bass!! they got the name right. It's powerful full and clean and plays great. It feels extremely well balanced. The graphic neck almost feels like it plays itself and like all modulus necks are literally as strong as can be. Body looks to e lightly flamed maple top with ash back [ but please feel free to correct me on this is you know for sure] .Bartoloni Active single pickup is punchy but clean. This bass was built during The Jeff Gould [ original Modulus president and owner's time with the company . It's the real deal. ] This model's name was changed to the 'Flea bass' a few years later. Never have seen another in this cool transparent green finish. It's in truly excellent condition. original case too. EX, $1.595 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1980's Daion Mark X bass natural

five piece neck though P-J set up. incredible well mad by matsumoko from Japan's best period. $1,100 w/OHSC [$995 with non-original new hardcase] photo1 photo2

1980's Daion Power Mark X bass in translucent dark red and natural

top of the line! seven piece neck through design and strings trough on a brass bridge. Sustain was the name of the game then and it still is! Pickups have been upgraded to Seymour Duncan 1/4 pounders [ and pounders is the perfect name for what these pups put out!] W, HC $1,095 photo1 photo2 photo3 sold

NEW N.O.S. TEISCO DEL RAY SPECTRUM BASS red Metallic RI: who knew? they just came out with these retro models but they are allrady out of production... The body is the same as the Original Spectrum Five series much like the six string model Van Halen made infamous in one of his infamous videos. This is a long scale bass with a great feeling neck and two strong humbucking pickups. The red finish is beautiful .The offset body looks amazing and balances like an extra appendage. Good God y'all! welcome to retro heaven! $595 with gigbag. photo1 photo2 photo

1980's Westone Spectrum DX bass metallic black

a cool japanese 80's bass made in Japan's famed 'Matsumoko ' factory. Light but strong and full sounding. comfortable neck, and in played but still Solid 7 our of 10 condition. comes with gigbag. a great underrated bass that won't break the bank. $295 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

1960's TELESTAR hollowbody ' Kessel style' Childrens's bass'

I say childrens's becase it 's only a 28" scale.[ any adult with small hands would also really enjoy it. Typical short scale is 30" [ like a Beatle bass] . This is a typical example of 60's japanese imports. great sunburst and a really nice flamed back. It's light . not small but short . The two Flourentine [ pointy] cutaways] give it the Gibson Barney Kessel look. . My son loved it but he's moved on to 30"er. in VG+ condition W/ GB $425 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1980's Scavenger BASS in off-white: RARE to find a wing series bass., full 34" scale , really cool symetrical body bass with P-bass Dimarzio [?]. on very decent condition, played but not abused. W/HC $525 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5





1980's Scavenger BASS in BLACK: RARE to find a wing series bass., full 34" scale , really cool symetrical body bass with P-bass Dimarzio [?]. on very decent condition, played but not abused. W/HC $525 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5

1960's KAY DEMON BASS? cherryburst

a nice players grade insturment , originally a tobacco burst , finish was changed to cherryburt and looks pretty cool . Original tuners bridge tail, pickup, pickguard and electronics built at diamondstrings. Light and resonant short scale and fun to play

$525 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6 photo7

1990's N.O.S. Ampeg AUB-1 reissue copy by SERIES 10 redburst

made by Bently this is a great and inexpensive Ampeg clone with the see through F-holes [ no scroll headstock though] It plays perfect , sounds strong. a great players piece and you don't have to worry about it like an original vintage piece. Looks just like the one Rick Danko of THE BAND used in the last waltz!. w/GB $595 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo

1960's KALAMAZOO KB bass,: white , much like a Gibson EB-O, solid body , big humbucker ,four on aside tuners, VG, OSSC $650 photo

2006 Washburn Hollowbody [ EB-2 style] DELTA bass Blueburst: two soapbar pickups , similar in shape to the older Gibson and Epiphones but in long [34"] scale, much clearer tone overall and a lot of bass for a little $$ W/GB $300 photo1 photo2


2007 'nos' DILLON Brian May bass trans red: that's right! you read correctly, this is the matching bass to the Brian may guitar . set neck, six switches, three pickup ,body and neck are solid mahogany. Full scale. Really a NICE bass and because they never [ he never] made one in the first place ,so...... it's not a repro? !! $495 with Dillon gigbag. Photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1960's ESTRADA Violin bass[ hollow body with fake f-holes]: looks like a Gibson EB-1 , it has indented f-holes that are not cut out. but it is actually a hollow body and very light. Two humbucking pickups, Pickguard looks clear in the photos from the glare but it is a wood grained formica. The nut and bridge are repros made at Diamondstrings. Two of the tuners are not original but work well. Action is low on it's bound short scale neck. a good amount of touched up dings mostly on the edges but all in all a very cool and highly playable bass w/ssc $550 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5 photo6


1960's and new Kapa-Diamondstrings BASS VI gold: a hybrid, we took an old Kapa continental bass neck and converted it to hold six strings, the 30" scale was perfect for a six string bass. it is an octave lower so you just play it like a guitar [ or bass] . the body is a new gold metallic[ glitter] strat style . the strat style pickups are generic but they sound very strong. bridge humbucker is from a vintage Yamaha and the tailpiece is a massive stop tail style for a six string. looks great and plays and sounds as good as any of the Fender VI's we have had but a lot less money to you.. $425 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4



click here for a great shot of CHARVEL SURFCASTER basses


1990's CHARVEL surfcaster bass in gloss BLACK!!!: yet another and in a cool looking black ,with the white pearloid pickguard. .'toothpaste logo era' Beautiful condition and plays great. sounds strong and clear. push pull tone pot changes something or other..... square hardcase. EX, $1,150 photo1 photo2 photo3

1990's Charvel Surfcaster bass in flamed red maple

The coolest. bass in a beautiful flamed maple top.34" scale, pearloid pickguard, W/fiber hardcase Excellent condition

$1,150 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4


even more cool basses





2006 Washburn Hollowbody [ EB-2 style] DELTA bass Blueburst: two soapbar pickups , similar in shape to the older Gibson and Epiphones but in long [34"] scale, much clearer tone overall and a lot of bass for a little $$ W/GB $300 photo1 photo2

1969 Hohner Fretless hollowbody walnut: same as above but in a nice walnut finish VG+ $695 photo1 photo2 photo

1990's BSX stand up elec/acoustic: Great acoustic sound in their top of the line bass, made in Penn-syl-van-ya, two pickup system, one is 'active' one in bridge , one hidden in body with panning control to achieve that perfect blend. This is a top quality instrument in top shape. I'm told as good or better then more expensive Clevingers $ has custom fitted gig bag . $1,150 photo photo2

1960's WATKINS Rapier Bass: very rare and unusual long scale , light blue body with cream colored tuners, right now it's set up with a jazz bass pickup configuration but the original metal pickguard and much lower pickups come with it and can be switched back in minutes. Very good cond. $800 photo sold




1980's Ibanez Roadstar II bass sunburst: In beautiful birds eye burst maple top , Rosewood board with a GREAT feeling long scale neck. Low and flat and wide ! One of the very best I've ever played. The pickups have been upgraded to active EMG's and it sounds huge. Bright as a kite or low as my toe. and that's LOW! The top is bound and the pictures don't begin to do it justice. A beautiful pro players insturment! VG+ HC,$595photo1 photo2 photo3

1980's Ibanez roadstar bass cream: same as above but with different original pickups. same great bass . in white turned cream with multi-colored top binding. Bridge is a Fender replacement and the spacing is just a bit wider for those who like the feel of a big neck but not a big neck profile. New hardcase included.$650 photo1







1960's Klira twen-star [burst]: , it's the coolest thing I've seen in a loooong time and once again helps me remember why I love this business so much. Short scale and sorta like a beatle bass turned inside out. YOW!!!!, ssc EX, $1200 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 sold



1960's Klira violin 'beatle' bass: you know.. the one with the cat's eye f-holes. It's a gas! simple as that! but let me elaborate......
All original hardware with the exception that we had the DIAMONDSTRINGS dept. of plastics consulted to make new pickup rings. This job was spearheaded by Bruce Diamond who has been on the board of the assorted parts division of Diamondstrings for years.[ he plays golf on Wednesdays when he isn't helping out orphans or training the new tellers at the local eyeball bank.]. Next we ordered up a repro pickguard from the people in our pickguard and truss rod cover dept. Although these fine folks were already stressed from the backorders during the holidays they found time to faithfully recreate [ from ebay photos] a true to life Klira pickguard for this model and although it may seem to the average journeyman that it is much like a Hofner bass that sports a similar shape but much less status amongst those in the know, it just ain't !!OK BUDDY!!!!????. The work was performed by MR. BRUCE DIAMOND himself who sometimes visits the underpaid nave's in this sector of the plant when he isn't carousing with the secretaries..Next, we spared no expense coming up with a design to top off this rare and noble european made bass guitar . The folks up on the 12th floor in advertising considered . "Only a Klira is good enough" but,, it didn't fly. So, We went to the top. Mr. Diamond, the CEO [ and janitor] of DIAMONDSTRINGS, when asked to grace this problem stated simply " just say Klira Damn it, that's good enough!! Now, , will you peasants unburden me from your petty problems?" This was not really a question but more of a urgent 'request'. But,, we later found out that it was Mr Diamond himself who designed , built AND installed the new Klira headstock logo himself [ what a Gem he is and good looking too!!!] .He also took it upon himself to set up this particular insturment to his particularly high standards. which means action so low , you can't limbo under it even if you were the ace of spades!!! And believe me Ace, you ain't!. That's about it. , if you have any other specific questions please don't hesitate to contact our emailing and computing division and address it to MR. Diamond. or,call direct 585-424-3369 for Mr. Bruce A. Diamond . This was written and checked much too quickly for spelling and grammar era's by Mr. Diamond who also heads up our dept. of redundancy dept. and the dept. of Bragging.: VGC+ and a form fit custom case? This bass is offered lovingly at $850 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4 photo5






lots more on da way folks keep checkin' back!!

If you don't see it, call anyway. I'll help you find it!!

some AMPZzzz and Drums and stuff amps/drums/more

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1964?/65 Guild Thunderbass BASS head, tan: an early one with the tan tolex. loud and warm. all tube' A true classic that works and looks great , . very good+ , $595 photo1 photo2 photo3

1980's Roland JC-55 [ jazz/chorus]

small combo amp w/2x8's has distortion, reverb and chorus built in. these little monsters are amazingly roadworthy and have a great clean tone,Looks and sounds Great ,, comes with original manual. In VG+, $350 photo1 photo2 photo3 photo4

1990's DOD ICE IT 'combo amp: folks this is a great little amp, solid state with integrated tube pre amp, it has chorus, reverb, and distortion, 2X8's, earphone jack, 30Watts [ 15 stereo] , it has an amazing creamy overdrive at any volume and only weighs about 12 lbs. A great little practice rig or also great for small clubs or other rooms. $175photo1 photo2

PA and pro audio stuff

1980's circa YAMAHA PM-180 mixer [ non-powered]

an older mixer but very dependable. VU's meters ,stereo very good quality and works perfect. includes full manual! I also have listed a Crest audio P-2500 stereo power amp [ 120 watts into 4 ohms] which would be a great match for it.
all work correctly and it 's plenty of power with good quality for low money! it's only $75!! both for $250!!! photo1 photo2 photo3

Saturday night special cabinet Hartke speakers: 2 X10" hartke aluminum cone speakers, great for bass extension cabinet or monitor, covered in gray carpet. only $95

1993 DOD TR3M multi-effects pedal. very rare

This pedal is hard to find information on. It's definately rare but I don't know if there are collectors looking for them. It IS pretty versatile . There is a sticker on the bottom that says 'May 93'
It all works fine , it's a Digital delay/Sampler, Distortion , and Chorus. Also has a master level control and master bypass pedal [ so there are four choices of pedals and they work in any combination.

On back you can see it also has a headphone input and effects send and return. . Not in bad shape . I haven' used it in years but I did check it all out and it all works fine . It has two changed knobs [ you can see in the photos] . and it comes with it's AC adaptor. .

it's 95.00 ! that's a lot of pedal for $95.00 lol photo1 photo2

call bruce
10-9 est
585-424-3369

YAMAHA QT-2 quartz electronic metronome

This was Yamaha's top of the line metronome. it's been discontinued but not because it's not good , Exactly the opposite. try to find another tuner with a great LED sweeping lights and LED read out in MINT condition. It's tone is amazingly like a wooden one and you can adjust not just the speed but also the volume. .It's l small enough to take anywhere easily. When these were introduced , they were a bit pricey for the metronome market and were dropped . but this is a chance to have one at a great price! like new and come with original box and instructions. $39.00 photo1 photo2

2007? ZOOM 606 multi-effects pedal

an awesome pedal . check out these specs

Zoom 606 Guitar Processor

Expanding on their most popular effects pedals, adding more Effects, more Patches, Drive, Modeling and a built-in assignable Expression pedal, Zoom introduces the new and 606 Guitar programmable effects pedal.

The pedal features 35 effects types (9 simultaneously), 42 patch locations, a specific Drive knob selecting 11 Drive Types (including 5 modeling effects and 3 types of Amp Simulation), Up/Down Gain buttons and an Expression Pedal assign button complete with LED status.

The unit's User Interface is straightforward and easy. It features a built-in tuner, Zoom Noise Reduction, a 2-digit 7-segment LED display and runs on 4 "AA" batteries or an optional AC adaptor.

* Built-In Expression Pedal
* Drive Selector & Gain +/-Key
* 35 Versatile Effects - 9 Simultaneously
* Built-in Chromatic Tuner
* 3 Amp Cabinet Simulators
* Battery or AC Operation

an awesome deal at $65.00! photo1

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585-424-3369
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Violins

I have seemed to have sold all my violins but Try Rochester's Mr. Bernie Lehmann for some great finds and prices on these 585-461-2117 [ tell em' Raoul Diamondini 'sent ya]

If you don't see it, call anyway. I'll try to help you find it!! thanks for stopping in!

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