FRAMUS 5/60 “Missouri” 1965 GERMAN GUITAR ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL  [Just a note.  Everyone has an opinion.  I respect that, but PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL ME with your personal opinion about the prices of my guitars being “too high” and “more than book value”.  I am not forcing anyone to buy these instruments.  All of them come from my personal collection and the prices listed reflect their quality and uniqueness.   Thanks.] ABOUT THE BUILDER: Another extraordinary GERMAN guitar from my personal collection built by FRAMUS.  Here is more information about the company: HISTORY OF THE FRAMUS GUITAR COMPANY (taken from Framus Archives online): 'Framus - known all over the world' This was the slogan that the Bubenreuth musical instrument factory made popular through its advertising campaign in the 1950s. Many artists, both German and international, such as Peter Kraus, John Lennon and Bill Wyman helped to make Framus a world renown trade mark. After its bankruptcy in the late 1970s Framus virtually disappeared. But in1995 the brand celebrated a comeback within the business concept of Warwick - FRAMUS IS BACK! The origin of Framus is to be found in the music town of Schoenbach, today called Luby u Chebu in the area of Eger. The city at the foot of the Erzgebirge was shaped by the music. Violins, as well as all other instruments have been manufactured and exported from Schoenbach to the whole world. In that Bohemian part of the music industry the founder of Framus, Fred Wilfer was born in 1917. In 1945, when he heard about the expulsion plans of the allied forces, which were going to affect his homeland in the Sudetenland as well, he decided to build up a new basis for his countryman and the music industry in the west. Even before the first train was going to transport violin makers from Schoenbach to other areas, Fred Wilfer contacted different government authorities in Bavaria and told them about his plans. The Bavarian government welcomed his plans and asked him to create all conditions needed for the settlement to Bavaria. Since Fred Wilfer was classified as an “anti-Fascist” by the Czechoslovakian authorities, the US military government in Bavaria gave him the permission in 1946 to found a company. Thus the “Franconian Musical Instruments Manufacture Fred Wilfer” (FRAMUS) was founded on January 1st, 1946, in Erlangen, which became the central location of instrument makers, who were displaced from Schoenbach. In March 1946 the first transport with Schoenbach violin makers arrived in Erlangen. Fred Wilfer and the refugee commissioner worked hard for the accommodation. A factory was set up in a former barracks camp in Moehrendorf in autumn 1946. At the end of 1948 the factory was moved to the near town Baiersdorf. However, Framus soon out-grew that space. Since the end of 1949 Bubenreuth became the center settlement of Schoenbach violin makers. Fred Wilfer built up one of the most modern factories of this time. In the summer of 1954 Framus moved into the new factory. About 170 employees started to work, having 2200 square meters at their disposal to produce more than 2000 instruments per month. But the sky above the Schoenbach violin makers was soon not that full of violins anymore. The guitar and especially its electronic sister became the new bestsellers. The numbers increased enormously due to the Beatles Boom at the end of the 1950s. Because of this development a second factory had to be built in Pretzfeld, 25 km north of Bubenreuth in the Franconian Switzerland, in 1966. It was at that time that Framus became the biggest guitar manufacturer in Europe employing about 300 workers in the late 1960s. Famous musicians were often welcomed guests at Framus in Bubenreuth, e.g. the Vienna Saengerknaben (Boys Choir) who delivered a special concert in the Framus workshops. There were also many politicians who visited Bubenreuth and Framus. 1957 Chancellor Konrad Adenauer came into the violin-making village. And of course a tour through the Framus factory and the musical kinder garden could not be missed. One of the most interesting chapters of the firm history is the relationship between Framus to its stars. The oldest and longest relation between Framus and an outstanding guitar artist is the one with Billy Lorento (alias Bill Lawrence) which was established in 1953. A very fruitful cooperation emerged soon afterwards with Attila Zoller, perhaps the most famous Jazz guitar player in those days. For the idol of German Rock ´n´ Roll music, Peter Kraus, a new 4-string-guitar, especially for pop songs, was constructed by Framus in 1957 - the "Peter-Kraus-pop-song-guitar". No doubt, the most famous group are the Beatles. Even with them one can find links to Framus. John Lennon bought a "Framus Hootenanny" in 1965 which occasionally was played on by George Harrison, too. By the way, Paul McCartney started his career on a Zenith which was built by Framus on commission from Boosey & Hawkes. The Bill Wyman connection was established in 1964 when the famous bass player of the Rolling Stones signed a three-year sponsorship deal endorsing the "Framus Star Bass". Endorsers in the States at this time were Charlie Mingus and Jim Hall. Finally, the Dutch guitarist Jan Akkerman needs to be mentioned in this respect. The Framus signature model for him was issued in 1974.Since the factory in Bubenreuth was built, a musical kinder garden was planned. Supported by a young teacher, Frau Gertrud Fischer, a note book was written which enabled children to start learning the musical note system at the age of three. This was possible due to the development of the little coloured "note men" which made it very easy to play. In an interview Fred Wilfer summarized his all-embracing concept with the following words: “It's not only important to produce instruments, over a long period it is important to ‘produce customers’". This motto is found in other Framus projects, as well. Eventually the price dumping by companies from Japan along with other factors, both external and internal forced Framus into bankruptcy at the end of the 1970s.  ABOUT THE GUITAR: This is a 1965 Model 5/60 “Missouri” MADE IN GERMANY electric guitar and another beautiful piece from my personal collection.  It is a joy to look at and an amazing guitar to play.  Most players of this series of Framus guitars are those who are searching for strong mellow tone that comes from the acoustic sounding of an archtop (made of Spruce) hollow body with “f” holes.  With the removal DeArmond pickup, a player can easily shift from playing where an acoustic sound works best to a more melodic tonal sound that is fuller and brighter but not distorted.  As an electric, it is clear and resonant. This arch top guitar has these features: BODY:  Carved SPRUCE top with arched back and sides of fine mahogany. NECK:  Famous Framus “everstraight” neck made of laminated wood.  Extremely strong and straignt. FRETBOARD:  Brazilian ROSEWOOD. BRIDGE:  Floating EBONY. PICKUPS:  RARE DeArmond. “Originally the chief users of DeArmond pickups were guitar players looking to be heard above the sound of a big band. The other group of users were jazz guitarists seeking a clean sound and as well to be heard as well as a trumpet or drums. The original DeArmonds  “FH” used a metal brace that attached to the strings beneath the bridge and tailpiece of an archtop guitar.” FRETS:  Medium. HARDWARE:  “Heavy” Nickel Plated.  High quality TUNERS:  Original.  Open gear. 2 x 3. PEARLOID SCRATCH GUARD. PEARL DOT INLAYS. FINISH:  Beautiful natural. CASE: Not Original.  Please email us if you have more questions. This is one of those “vintage” guitars with an “obvious vibe”.  But is also a “show off” piece that all we collectors like to have on hand when non-collectors get tired of seeing a dozen teles and strats-all the same except the color.  You bring this out and finally get the “ooze” you deserve. CONDITION OF THIS INSTRUMENT. Mechanically and electronically, it performs quite well.  And the Neck is straight and the action is great. Cosmetically, I would rate it an 8 of 10.  It has some of the usual nicks, dings, scratches, etc.  The only exception to its excellent condition is the headstock where part of the logo is missing and the finish is checked. But I would rate it a 10 of 10 for its color.  It is resplendent. Please remember to read our policies and procedures listed below but if you still have questions, please email us through ebay.  Thank you. NOTE:  Please keep checking my auctions over the next few weeks for more of my German guitars being offered for sale including more Framus pieces along with Hofner, Hopf, Warwick, et al.  This guitar, along with most of my other vintage guitars, amplifiers, and keyboards, is available for rent to professional studios.  And, as a collector, and guitar lover, I am always interested in exchanges and trades. About TUNE YOUR SOUND. More information about this guitar and others can be found at:  tuneyoursound.com TYS is a joint venture between a couple of guitar collectors who both share a passion for rock and roll music and the instruments used to make that music.  Fortunately the two of us have been able to afford to buy the best examples of these instruments we could find.  Many are one off, celebrity owned, and unique.  And yes, we own a lot of guitars-together we are closing in on the 2,000 mark.  But we have decided it is time to share the fruits of our passion with other likewise smitten players and collectors, so please keep checking our auctions for more unbelievable pieces. Beginning Spring, 2013, many of our instruments will be made available for rent in the USA and Europe.  Please check our site for more information.   GUARANTEE: BUYER HAS 48 HOURS TO HAVE THE INSTRUMENT INSPECTED BY A PROFESSIONAL GUITAR REPAIR PERSON OR LUTHIER.  IF ANY DEFECTS ARE FOUND IN THE MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL CONDITION OF THE INSTRUMENT (NOT DISCLOSED IN THE AUCTION AD), BUYER WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHIP THE INSTRUMENT BACK TO US BY EXPRESS SHIPMENT USING THE ORIGINAL PACKING MATERIALS AND ANY ADDITIONAL PACKAGING TO INSURE ITS SAFE RETURN.  IT MUST BE FULLY INSURED.  BUYER PAYS ALL COST TO SHIP THE INSTRUMENT BACK TO US.   WE WILL REPAIR THE INSTRUMENT WITHIN TEN DAYS OF RETURN RECEIPT AND SHIP IT BACK TO THE BUYER AT OUR EXPENSE.  THIS ASSURANCE DOES NOT APPLY TO KNOBS, STRINGS, HARDWARE DISCOLORATION, STRAPS. CASES, OR ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE THAT MAY OCCUR AFTER RECEIPT BY BUYER.  ALL INSTRUMENTS ARE FULLY PHOTOGRAPHED PRIOR TO SHIPMENT.  IT IS THE BUYER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY SELLER IMMEDIATELY IF THE INSTRUMENT HAS INCURRED ANY DAMAGE DURING SHIPMENT.  IN THE EVENT OF SUCH DAMAGE, PLEASE RETAIN ALL SHIPPING MATERIALS FOR INSPECTION. FULL DETAILS INCLUDED IN AD. BUYER HAS 48 HOURS TO HAVE THE INSTRUMENT INSPECTED BY A PROFESSIONAL GUITAR REPAIR PERSON OR LUTHIER.  IF ANY DEFECTS ARE FOUND IN THE MECHANICAL OR ELECTRICAL CONDITION OF THE INSTRUMENT (NOT DISCLOSED IN THE AUCTION AD), BUYER WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHIP THE INSTRUMENT BACK TO US BY EXPRESS SHIPMENT USING THE ORIGINAL PACKING MATERIALS AND ANY ADDITIONAL PACKAGING TO INSURE ITS SAFE RETURN PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU BID. SHIPPING CHARGES.  The charges listed in this ad are for the continental US only.  Shipment outside that area is at actual cost and Buyer must pay all tariffs, duties, and other charges that may be levied on the item when it is imported into its final destination.  And for foreign buyers, please request a quote for shipping  cost before you bid.  No surprises are always good.  And please do not ask that we use a lower value for an export shipment.  NOTE:  NO THIRD PARTY SHIPMENTS-WE ONLY SHIP TO THE BUYER WHO WILL BE USING IT.  How we indicate condition of guitar: Perhaps one of the most difficult aspects of selling guitars (and most collectibles) is the manner in which condition is determined and rated.  We have chosen to stay away from the percentage scale and from the “MINT” down scale as well.  They just cannot be quantified.  We will use the definitions listed below, which are also subjective, but more general.  Rating collectibles of any type is always subjective and to do attempt to do it on some objective checklist basis always seems to raise more questions than answered. We just want the Buyer to be pleased with her/his purchase and to not complain if there is a cat hair under the E string on the 5th fret. Our definitions used to describe condition of guitars: PRISTINE.  Very little, if any, fret wear, neck wear, body wear, scratches, dings, or other cosmetic damage.  Electronics work correctly.  Hardware works correctly (tuners, tremolo systems, bridges, and tailpieces).  Other accessories with the guitar, i.e., hang tags, tools, etc., will be noted in the ad.   Pictures in ad, or as provided later, will take precedence over any written description.ks correctly (tuners, tremolo systems, bridges, and tailpieces).  VERY GOOD.  More wear and tear than EXCELENT but still in very good cosmetic condition.  Again, the nicks, dings, etc will be described in the ad and shown in the pictures.  Hardware works correctly (tuners, tremolo systems, bridges, and tailpieces).  GOOD.  Step down from very good. Other definitions we may use: NOS.  New Old Stock.  Speaks for itself but the condition will still be rated.  PROTOS.  These are usually one of a kind prototype instrument. DEMOS (Display):  From NAMM etc. ONE OF A KIND.  Only one like it. If you have any questions about the condition of a guitar that we are advertising for sale, please ask us before you bid and we will provide you with whatever information you require to make your decision about bidding on an item.  BUT THE ULTIMATE GUARANTEE THAT WE WILL GIVE YOU ON ANY ITEM IS “YOU ARE BIDDING ON WHAT YOU SEE IN THE PICTURES AS TO COSMETIC CONDITION” AND WHAT IS LISTED IN THE AD AS TO ELECTRONIC CONDITION.  FOR NOS GUITARS, PROTOS, AND DISPLAY GUITARS, THEY ARE SOLD IN “AS IS” CONDITION. Thank you. ONE LAST NOTE:  We appreciate feedback about our offerings but please DO NOT EMAIL US ABOUT OUR PRICES. WE DO NOT BELIEVE, AND HAVE NEVER TRUSTED, “BOOK VALUE” AS A MEASURE OF VALUE FOR A GUITAR (and most other things).  Such a concept only works if you are selling in a mass market situation where one item is just like the next one off the line.  NONE OF OUR GUITARS SOLD HERE REALLY CAN BE CALLED “MASS MARKET” PIECES.  Each was purchased for a unique feature (appearance, sound, construction, craftsmanship, ownership, maker, etc) and therefore cannot be given a “book value”. SO AGAIN, IF YOU OBJECT OUR PRICE FOR THIS ITEM, THEN DON’T BUY IT BUT DO NOT TRY TO BARGAIN THE PRICE DOWN BY DEGRADING THE GUITAR OR BY “THROWING THE BLUE BOOK OR VINTAGE GUITAR PRICE BOOK AT US-WE’LL JUST THROW IT BACK, so please don’t insult us by invoking it as the word of the guitar gods.”

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SHIPPING CHARGES. The charges listed in this ad are for the continental US only. Shipment outside that area is at actual cost and Buyer must pay all tariffs, duties, and other charges that may be levied on the item when it is imported into its final destination. And for foreign buyers, please request a quote for shipping cost before you bid. No surprises are always good. And please do not ask that we use a lower value for an export shipment. NOTE: WE WILL NOT SHIP TO ANY THIRD PARTY AND WE WILL NOT DO SHIP TO ANY FIRM, SUCH AS Shop Airlines America or sekaimon WHO RESHIPS THE ITEM OUTSIDE THE USA. SHIPPING DAMAGE. Any external, or internal, shipping damage MUST BE REPORTED to Seller and to Carrier within 24 hours of receipt of delivery. IT IS THE BUYER?S RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY SELLER IMMEDIATELY IF THE INSTRUMENT HAS INCURRED ANY DAMAGE DURING SHIPMENT. IN THE EVENT OF SUCH DAMAGE, PLEASE RETAIN ALL SHIPPING MATERIALS FOR INSPECTION.NO EXCEPTION.

1. Payment must be received within five days of the end of the auction. 2. NO REFUNDS. Please ask your questions before you bid. As noted under "Shipping", we will repair any defective item. This does not apply to shipping damage or to damage after receipt. Please note that every guitar we sell has been fully audited, tested, set up,inspected, and photograph prior to shipment.

ABOUT TUNEYOURSOUND. Tune Your Sound Sound Your Tune Guitars make Sounds ! Guitar players make Tunes. But which guitar makes your Tune best?The beginning point in making a tune is You. The music in your head goes to your hands which form chords and notes. The end point is the Tune heard by those listening created by the Sounds of the instruments in between. Our job at TuneYourSound.com (TYS) is to fill in the middle. Or, in other words, "complete the chain". We are guitar players and collectors at TuneYourSound.com. Collectively we have personally owned and played over 1800 guitars. And we have seen guitar players play-from Jimi using his teeth to Jimmy using his bow. And now, we want to tell you what we have learned over the years and under the stages. First: There should be two primary guitars in your life. The one you start with (by choice or coincidence) and the one you finish with (once you find it, you'll know it and keep it). But of course, humans are acquisitive by nature, so we are prone to own more than we need-but a guitar player must have what he really needs. Two: Sometimes it's better for a guitar to be heard than seen and other times it's better for a guitar to be seen than heard. So, play it both ways. Buy a guitar that does both. Three: Avoid the hype. Especially now with the Internet overloading us with data. Buy a guitar that you trust from someone you trust. Four: Make it personal. Establish a relationship with your seller. That way you will never be disappointed-nor abandoned. After all, it is still about money-your money. And you deserve to get more than you give. At TuneYourSound.com, we have the answer!

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