Can you plese help. Thanks to user Mudlark for contributing this information: Japan 6 Digits Neck Thru Stamped On Fret BoardJ0xxxxx- J5xxxxx 1990-1995 Date coded Professional headstock logo00xxxx- 11xxxx 2000-2011 Date coded No Professional LogoJapan 6 Digits Bolt On/Neck Plate90xxxx-95xxxx 1990-1995 Date Coded0xxxxx-8xxxxx 1990-1998 Date CodedBoth formats were used at varying times on various Professional modelsJapan 6 digits Headstock StickersJ0xxxxx-J1xxxxx- Mid '90s models such as some Kellys that had no neck plate. General serial ranges from this period are:Number / Year000000S 1973100000S 1970-1975200000S 1973-1975300000S 1974-1975400000S 1974-1975500000S 1974-1975600000S 1970, 1971, 1972, 1974, 1975700000S 1970, 1971, 1972800000S 1973, 1974, 1975900000S 1970, 1971, 19721975-1977Number / Year99XXXXXX 197500XXXXXX 197606XXXXXX 19771977 - 2013Finally, in 1977, Gibson began a steady and reliable numbering scheme, which many are familiar with. In the event that the part you are looking for is specialized and unique to Washburn Guitars, please contact Washburn Customer Support. Serial numbers found under a pickup may conform to an "MMYNN" scheme where MM = month, Y = last digit of year, and NN = production number. If the instrument does not have a serial number, it is likely a factory prototype or sample, and it is impossible to gauge its exact age. Minimal tweaking is key to adjusting an instruments neck. The first number designates the production year (5 = 1955, etc).1961 - 1975First we present a simplified table that may get you in the ballpark. Most have letters and numbers and the letters often designate month/year, but not always the same way. USA Hamers usually say USA on the front of the headstock, or after 2000 may have said it on the back but would have come along with a serial number imprinted into the wood. Most service technicians in the field have standardized parts readily available from the above suppliers. To have an instrument professionally appraised, we would suggest the fine folks at Gruhn (Gruhn.com) or any retailer that is in the market of purchasing/trading pre-owned instruments. A: I have helped people in the past but I've found most times the info was out there with some quick Google searching, so please do your own research. You indicate your consent to this use by clicking "I Agree" or by continuing to use this site. Washburn cannot provide specific dimension measurements on older instruments. There are very specific requirements to be considered for endorsement. Type your serial numbers into our database below, and you'll get all the information the internet has on the instrument. Web. Korean models on back of headstock sometimes say "Designed & Setup by Reverend Guitars, USA. So to get right into it: 1963 - 1965 ("L" Series, some late '62 models as well)0L00001 to L20000 1963L20000 to L59000 1964L59000 to L99999 19651965 - 1976 ("F" Series, CBS era, serial above Fender F on neck plate, overlap between years)100000 to 110000 late 1965110000 to 200000 1966200000 to 210000 1967210000 to 250000 1968250000 to 280000 1969280000 to 300000 1970300000 to 340000 1971340000 to 370000 1972370000 to 520000 1973500000 to 580000 1974580000 to 690000 1975690000 to 750000 19761976 - PresentIn 1976 Fender moved the serial location to headstock (front or back). Worth a try! When it comes to dating a Kramer, there is little in the way of good information. Washburn reserves the right to use or offer currently available replacement parts at the time of service request. Other models produced by Micro-Frets include the Thundermaster Bass, Voyager, Golden Melody, Calibra I and II, Wanderer, Spacetone, Husky Bass, Swinger, Golden Comet, Rendezvous Bass, Stage II bass and guitar, Signature bass and guitar. The HB-103 is a high output humbucker aimed at heavy rock, metal, thrash and punk players. Many newer EB instruments (approximately 1998 forward) have the serial number imprinted into the metal of the neck plate. Do not hang or store your guitar by windows, under direct sunlight, or in your car. Where can I get information? Early models up till 2006 were made in the USA and since then they have been made in South Korea. If the serial was 53-933130, it would still indicate the same information. The US imprint at the tip of your headstock most likely said USED and denotes a factory 2nd. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. (If you don't want your brain to hurt, I suggest stopping right here, otherwise read the following paragraph for more detail. What can you tell me about it? As far as I can determine, early Washburn serial numbers were pretty haphazard and never gave any indication of date of manufacture. For Washburn owners that reside in a dry climate, we recommend storing the instrument in a good quality hard shell case with a small guitar case humidifier. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Michelle White-Godinet, Title IX Equal Opportunity . See this page on the OvationTribute.com website for an extensive Ovation database.Paul Reed Smith (PRS) (Back to top of page)To date a PRS guitar, look at the one- or two-digit prefix, which indicates the final one or two digits of the production year. Reverend's website has a serial number database where you can type in your serial to get info (support.reverendguitars.com/serial_archive). These models are now known as the "Style 1" series. the letter (3rd position) is the month; March (see chart.) At that point, observing your model's features and comparing to other examples will be helpful. First two digits indicate production year. There is no indication of year in this configurationjust "sometime between '86 and '89.Made in Japan, 1995-1999:######. Good luck. For do-it-yourselfers, we highly recommend any of the following aftermarket guitar parts dealers, as they offer the most variety and stock. For pricing, please contact your dealer or the international distributor for your country. Please allow 7 business days for instrument identification requests. First letter is type of instrument. ----------------------------------Above are really only some vague signposts to begin to help you with a Yamaha serial. Six numbers, like so: 610101.The first number is the year; 1996. Washburn does not evaluate or appraise pre-owned instruments, as there are many considerations in pricing that our beyond our references or control. It was available on select Original Idol models, and is available on the new Idol models. See the explanation below:1107064001 First digit indicates where it was made. But it's really just a compilation of thedata you'll find on many separate sites around the Internet. I will summarize some of the Silvertone serial number basics but for a real deep dive, I suggest going to Doug's serial number page at danelectro.guru/serial-numbers-dating. Washburn (Back to top of page)Washburn has used many serial number formats over the years, ranging from 4-12 characters long. Serial numbers up to A10001 (last serial number issued by Washburn) refer to . Starting in early 2011 all G&L serials should be in sequence with the serial located on a metal plate on the back of the headstock. (Note:Read the detailed table carefully. Valco also made instruments for Sears (Silvertone), Montgomery Wards (Airline), Gretsch, Oahu and others. Some models are produced in a left-handed configuration. To more exactly figure your Godin's production date, you should know Godin's production year runs from August 1 to July of the following year. For those instruments, almost all should have a date stamped in the neck pocket and also on the neck heel. Instruments with serial numbers that have 5 characters or less are typically from the 1980s. You must click on "Search" to start search. Also note, some guitars may omit a leading zero. Schecter (Back to top of page)For Diamond Series instruments, it's simple: The first two numerical digits of the serial number (found on the back of the headstock) will tell you what year the instrument was made. The last USA Reverend was serial number 04942 and was produced in May 2006. Only your authorized Washburn dealer can provide you with the status of your order. (1 = El Cajon, California, USA; 2 = Tecate, Baja California, Mexico)1107064001 2nd & 7th digits indicate the two-digit year - '14 (2014)1107064001 3rd & 4th digits indicate the two-digit month - 07 (July)1107064001 5th & 6th digits indicate the day - 06 (the 6th)1107064001 Last three numbers indicate the guitar's position in that day's production sequence.9-Digit Serial NumbersFrom 1993 until the end of 1999, each Taylor guitar featured a nine-digit serial number that pinpoints when work began on that guitar, along with its series and production position. )!So this actually indicates the guitar was made five weeks after August 1, 2005--pointing to a September 2005 production date! labels were lost and re-used in 1965. Current models proudly feature DAddario strings. There is a very detailed article on the history of Micro-Frets on the Vintage Guitar Magazine website that is worth reading. Damage caused by dropping, scratching, smashing, stage diving, and damage due to improper storage or care of the instrument is not covered under warranty. How often should I change strings? On 4-digit serials, you ignore the 3rd digit, while the fourth digit tells the year. (See our Fender Serial Number Lookup model abbreviation list to decode info on your guitar.) Sterling by Music Man instruments are not covered in the online database. Warning: Someone sold the leftover, excess numbered neckplates on the black market, so if you find a guitar with a San Dimas neckplate numbered 5492 or higher, it was not made by Charvel/Jackson!To help you identify your Jackson / Charvel, use the following information: If you have a San Dimas California or Ontario California neckplate and, or have a "MADE IN USA" logo on the headstock, you have a USA MADE guitar. Study the following table to determine the year.Charvel Model 1 - 4MODEL1 - 4 / NECKPLATE GASKET / NECKPLATE SYMBOL / HEADSTOCK SYMBOL / SERIAL START (APPROXIMATE)1986 No TM TM 2220001987 Yes TM 2500001988 Yes 275100Charvel Model 5 and 6The Charvel Model 5 and 6 have a neck-through design and unlike the Model 1 - 4, their serial number directly reveal the build year. So 1204 represents a 1964 guitar made in the 12th week of the year. )1993 to 2007: It should be an 8-digit serial. (http://www.guitarsbyleo.com/AUTOREG/interact2.php3?registry_id=1). The first digit indicates the last digit of the year it was built, with the final numbers indicating sequentially the order of production. I broke my neck. The 299 sold new for $135, a lot of money back then. Serials are usually found inside the body near the neck joint. 1978 to 1995. Either the first 2 digits, or the first digit, are typically used to identify the year of manufacture. 1982 began with #1096, '83 with #1725, '84 with #2939, '85 with #4262, and '86 with #5304. Third and fourth are production week. Tuning machines, hardware and electronics are covered for a period of one year from the date of purchase. Here is a link the the ongoing discussion thread:https://www.guitarscanada.com/index.php?threads/hagstrom-serial-number.13206/page-4. 5I04013.The first number is an internal code. But older instruments from the 70s and early 80s will not be covered there. 7 Digit Korean/Japanese Performers0xxxxxx-1xxxxxx Korea '95-'97ish. The final three numbers are the unit number.Made in Japan, 1997-:#-letter-letter-####, like so: 8FJ0013.The first number is the year; 1998. The cross referencing Boss guitar stompbox lookup. So if there are only four digits following the 8, it is certainly a 1978 (by 1988production would certainly have hit five-digit numbers). Six-digit serials will not help you date the guitar and you must contact Godin for help (info@godinguitars.com). First, start by going to Fender's Serial Number Lookup page. The final four numbers are the unit number; 13.Made in Japan, 1988:Letter-letter-letter-letter-###, like so: SMQI123.The first letter is an internal code. These guys (http://www.hagstrom-vintage-guitars.se/) say if you email them at hagstrom-vintage-guitars.se, and include a picture of your instrument and its serial number they will provide you with the production year. A: Well no reason really. If not, look at the bridge. system? Only the guitars in our current catalog and website are still in production. However, I did find it worked with some late '80s serials. The cross referencing Boss guitar stompbox lookup. Most technicians capable of performing repair work have easy access to them, via a variety of instrument parts dealers/suppliers. From 1961 to 1972, the "Oval G-Shield" label is oval, tan colored and says "Guarantee" in large letters. If you can't find the serial, you may also want to check the pot codes on a Danelectro/Silvertone to at least give you a rough approximation of the year of manufacture. If you have a Professional logo with these numbers, check the '96-'98 catalogues to find your model. Washburn can only identify instruments via email, and with a clear digital photograph and serial number. In doing research on this brand I found the definitive website for Danelectro/Silvertone info at www.danelectro.guru. For example, C800210 is built in the year of 1988. Valco / National / Supro (Back to top of page)Modern Supros made in Indonesia start with an "IW" with the following two digits denoting the year, such as "IW170800214" meaning made in 2017. You may be able to click on the model number to obtain full product specs as well. The final three numbers are the unit number; 101.Made in Japan, 1994-1997:#-letter-letter-###. Washburn sx25B amp serial number 88020006 when made how much were they What year is a Washburn Force 4 Bass Guitar serial 830993. Are standard Washburn models available with custom options? I live in the U.S. How can I find the nearest Washburn dealer? And a graphic illustration that gives a serial number production timeline: http://www.headless-europe.eu/Files/Steinberger_serial_poster.pdf. Serials begin in 1932 with 5000 and end at 20142 during this period. This was a running change, and both Made in Japan and Crafted in Japan decals appear on instruments from 2007 and 2008.Made in Japan T + 6 digits 2007-2010Made in Japan U + 6 digits 2010-2011Note: A new Japanese vendor was enlisted in 2010 to help meet demand for the Geddy Lee and Marcus Miller Jazz Bass models. Sold new for $ 135, a lot of money back then considered for endorsement regarding non-discrimination. 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