The number is 186330. Are standard Washburn models available with custom options? Yamaha (Back to top of page)Acoustic/ClassicalSaving one of the best for last, Yamaha probably has the most confusing serial system you'll find. In 1967 Micro-Frets introduced four models, the Orbiter, Huntington, Plainsman, and Covington. We cannot guarantee that we are able to date your instrument." Nov 10, 2022, 5:59 PM. In 1889, Washburn becomes the largest mandolin maker in America. Type your serial numbers into our database below, and you'll get all the information the internet has on the instrument. Re-issues after that time will be different and we've seen no info on their serials. You will find a four-digit serial number on the neck plate, but it may not be able to help date the instrument. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. So, June 2nd, 1988. Most of these will be 4 digit #'s. You should find two stamped dates--one in the neck pocket and one of the butt of the neck. Later, Korean, Indonesian and Chinese serial numbers are different and are probably worthless for dating an instrument. Hopefully, some of you guys are serial with these guitars. Could you please tell me the year of manufacture of Washburn mandolin serial number A16672.I suspect it would be approx 100 years old. How can I get a catalog? You need to look at the serial number and determine if it was produced before or after 2006.All Reverends should have a serial number on the back of the headstock along with the initials of the person who set up and inspected the guitar or bass. Washburn guitar serial numbers are located on the back of the headstock on electric guitars and in the sound hole on acoustic guitars. We may require a picture of the defective part to ensure availability. There are no records or references of this early era of Washburn for our customer support staff. 5I04013.The first number is an internal code. Dean (Back to top of page)Every Dean guitar made in United States comes with a seven digit serial number that is printed on the back of the headstock (some 90s models may be stamped on the fretboard). The serial number, stamped on the neck block, is 3991.ANTIQUE WASHBURN BOWL Back Mandolin Venetian style 235 serial 226599 - 499.99. This first table lays out graphically the PRS prefix scheme described and is followed by tables for production numbers of various models. We cannot identify or appraise instruments of this early era. the letter (3rd position) is the month; March (see chart.) Here is a link the the ongoing discussion thread:https://www.guitarscanada.com/index.php?threads/hagstrom-serial-number.13206/page-4. Below is some info found on the Jackson enthusiast website jcfonline.com. Oscar Schmidt was trained as a bookbinder in his native Germany before migrating to America. 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. Not date coded, and the move to Japan year is still uncertain. It's basically a little bump of extra wood to help prevent headstocks from snapping off the neck. PRS Prefix indicators0 = 1990 or 20001 = 1991 or 20012 = 1992 or 20023 = 1993 or 20034 = 1994 or 20045 = 1985, 1995, or 20056 = 1986, 1996, or 20067 = 1987, 1997, or 20078 = 1988, 1998, or 20089 = 1989, 1999, or 200910 = 201011 = 201112 = 201213 = 201314 = 201415 = 201516 = 201617 = 201718 = 2018Set Neck Models (back of headstock)After the year prefix:Serial Number / Year0001 - 0400 19850401 - 1700 19861701 - 3500 19873501 - 5400 19885401 - 7600 19897601 - 10100 199010101 - 12600 199112601 - 15000 199215001 - 17900 199317901 - 20900 199420901 - 24600 199524601 - 29500 199629501 - 34600 199734601 - 39100 199839101 - 44499 199944500 - 52199 200052200 - 62199 200162200 - 72353 200272354 - 82254 200382255 - 92555 200492556 - 103103 2005103104 - 114940 2006114941 - 132401 2007132402 - 146419 2008146420 - 159132 2009159133 - 170591 2010170592 - 183862 2011183863 - 196410 2012196411 - 206059 2013206060 - 215491 2014215492 - 224954 2015224955 - 236147 2016236148 - 2017S2 Models (back of headstock)After the year prefix: CE Models (2016 and Later) (neck plate)Prefix Number / Year16 201617 2017CE Models (1988 - 2008) (neck plate)Serial Number / Year7 0001 0270 19887 0271 1830 19897 1831 3200 19907 3201 4540 19917 4541 7090 19927 7091 8820 19937 8821 10700 19947 10701 13000 19957 13001 14680 19967 14681 17130 19977 17131 19580 1998 (prefix may be CE)CE 19581 20749 1999CE 20750 21599 2000CE 21600 23199 2001CE 23200 25389 2002CE 25390 26399 2003CE 26400 27900 2004CE 27901 29377 2005CE 29378 - 31800 2006CE 31801 - 32783 2007CE 32784 - 33881 2008EG Models (neck plate)Serial Number / Year5 or EG 0001 0920 19905 or EG 0921 1290 19915 or EG 1291 2070 19925 or EG 2071 2870 19935 or EG 2871 3190 19945 or EG 3191 - 3300 1995Swamp Ash Special Models (neck plate)Serial Number / Year8 00001 00410 19978 or SA 00411 00760 1998SA 00761 00969 1999SA 00970 01179 2000SA 01180 01399 2001SA 01400 01899 2002SA 01900 02099 2003SA 02100 02287 2004SA 02288 02700 2005SA 02701 02800 2006SA 02801 03055 2007SA 03056 03256 2008SA 003257 03312 2009Bolt-On Bass (neck plate)After the year prefix:Serial Number / Year4 0001 0030 19894 0031 0140 19904 0141 0200 1991Set-Neck Bass (back of headstock)After the year prefix:Serial Number / Year9 0001 0230 1986/879 0231 0350 19889 0351 0680 19899 0681 0730 19909 0731 0800 1991Electric Bass (back of headstock)After the year prefix:Serial Number / YearEB 00007 00072 2000EB 00073 00199 2001EB 00200 00422 2002EB 00423 00501 2003EB 00502 00650 2004SE Models (back of headstock)Prefix Letter / YearA 2000B 2001C 2002D 2003E 2004F 2005G 2006H 2007I 2008J 2009K 2010L 2011M 2012N 2013O 2014P 2015Q 2016R 2017S 2018T 2019U 2020Acoustic Serial NumbersThe serial number of an acoustic is located on the label inside the sound hole of the guitar. Ovation (Back to top of page)THREE DIGIT SERIESNumber Range / YEAR MADE / Comment006-319 1966 Three digits in red ink320-999 1967 (Feb-Nov) New Hartford; three digits in red ink1000- 1967 (Nov)-1968 (July) Four digits in black ink, no letter prefix10000- 1970 (Feb)-1972 (May) Five digits, no letter prefixA+3 Digits 1968 (July-Nov) B+3 Digits 1968 (Nov)-1969 (Feb) B+5 Digits 1974-1979 Magnum solid body bassesC+3 Digits 1969 (Feb-Sept) D+3 Digits 1969 (Sept)-1970 (Feb) E+4 Digits 1973 (Jan)-1975 (Feb) SolidbodiesE+5 Digits 1975 (Feb)-1980 SolidbodiesE+6 Digits 1980 (late)-1981 Some UK IIs (does not reflect production)F,G prefix 1968 (July)-1970 (Feb) H,I,J,L prefix 1970-1973 Electric Storm SeriesFOUR DIGIT SERIES (First digit is always 1)Second digit is type of guitar: 1 Acoustic roundbacks (also semi-hollowbody electrics) 2 Solidbody and semi-hollowbody electrics 3 Ultra acoustics 4 Solidbody 5 Acoustic electric cutaway Adamas and II/Elite/Ultra electric 6 Acoustic electric roundbacks 7 Deep 8 Shallow Third digit denotes bowl depth on acoustic and acoustic electrics: 1 Standard bowl, 5 13/16" deep 2 Artist bowl, 5 1/8" deep 3 Elite/Matrix electric deep bowl 4 Matrix shallow bowl 5 Custom Balladeer, Legend, Legend 12, Custom Legend 12, Anniversary 6 Cutaway electric, deep bowl 7 Cutaway electric, shallow bowl 8 Adamas, 6 1/16" deep Fourth digit denotes mode, for the first eight acoustic models: 1 Balladeer 2 Deluxe Baladeer 3 Classic 4 Josh White 5 12-String 6 Contemporary Folk Classic 7 Glen Campbell Artist Balladeer 8 Glen Campbell 12-StringSIX DIGIT SERIES1971-Present (Except Adamas)Number range YEAR MADE000001-007000 1972 (May-Dec) 020001-039000 1974 039001-067000 1975 067001-086000 1976 086001-103000 1977 (Jan-Sept) 103001-126000 1977 (Sept)-1978 (Apr) 126001-157000 1978 (Apr-Dec) 157001-203000 1979 211011-214933 1980 214934-263633 1981 263634-291456 1982 291457-302669 1983 302670-303319 1984 Elites Only315001-339187 1984 Balladeers Only303320-356000 1985-1986 357000-367999 1987 368000-382106 1988 382107-392900 1989 403760-420400 1990 421000-430680 1990 400001-403676 1991 430681-446000 1991 402700-406000 1992 446001-457810 1992 457811-470769 1993 470770-484400 1994 484401-501470 1995 501471-518689 1996 518690-528368 1997 528369-536826 1998 536827-545890 1999 545891-555979 2000 555980-564478 2001 564479-571883 2002 571884-579654 2003 579655-592919 2004 592920-601450 2005 601451-609566 2006 609567-618494 2007 618495-620263 2008 620264-621209 2009 621210-621981 2010 621982-622147 2011 622148-622419 2012 622420-622539 2013 ADAMAS SERIESSeries starts with 0077 in September 1977Number range YEAR MADE0077-0099 19770100-0608 19780609-1058 19791059-1670 19801671-2668 19812669-3242 19823243-3859 19833860-4109 19844110-4251 19854252-4283 19864284-4427 19874428-4696 19884697-4974 19894975-5541 19905542-6278 19916279-7088 19927089-8159 19938160-9778 19949779-11213 199511214-12448 199612449-13020 199713021-14623 199814624-16136 199916137-17393 200017394-18961 200118962-20040 200220041-20802 200320803-21085 200421086-21514 200521515-22211 200622212-22522 200722523-22878 200822879-23155 200923156-23402 201023403-23591 201123592-23763 201223764-23845 2013. The production run can narrow down the year produced but only if you have the mythical Hagstrom book that apparently Hagstrom does not allow to be reproduced. How can I get a Washburn Endorsement? If you would like a printed copy of a catalog, please write us at: U.S. Music 1649 Barclay Blvd. Washburn has used many serial number formats over the years, ranging from 4-12 characters long. Washburn can only provide the current MSRP of new instruments currently in production. See them here. If you see a seven digit serial number on the back of a Dean guitar, you can be sure that it was produced in United States.Dean's more affordable line made outside the US may require looking at features and hardware and some knowledge of the line. Some places you can visit to try to decipher your Yamaha serial are:The Guitar Dater Project website:http://guitardaterproject.org/yamaha.aspxSixStringAcoustic.com:https://sixstringacoustic.com/yamaha-guitar-serial-numbers-what-can-they-tell-youMyCoolGuitars.com:http://mycoolguitars.com/mij/yamaha-guitars/yamaha-guitar-serial-numbers-dating-your-guitar/Yamaha.com (goes to the source, but a bit confusing):Acoustic/classical: http://faq.yamaha.com/us/en/article/musical-instruments/guitars-basses/ac-guitars/796/4094Electrics/archtop/basshttps://www.yamaha.com/yamahaguitars/ElectricandBassGuitarSerialNumberSystems.pdf. Other than the first four digits noting the year, it's decoded the same as the 9-digit serial numbers. However, I did find it worked with some late '80s serials. If you have a Boss serial number with just one letter please double check in case another character is actually a letter. Instruments not purchased through the Washburn distributor network are not covered under warranty in your region. Note, this is one of the most convoluted Gibson periods, and your serial may indicate more than one possible year. What is my instrument, and what is it worth? 2023 Washburn Guitars | Washburn Guitars is a division of JAM USA LLC. If your instrument cannot be repaired under warranty locally, contact us from ourCustomer Service page. This might seem problematic until you realize Hamerkept the production numbers following the initial digitsequential throughout the entire period. No consegui entender as tabelas, porm estarei mandando abaixo o cdigo do meu instrumento! Pre-1994 productions also frequently omit the factory letter codes and appeared as all digits, e.g. If you need to go further and more exactly pinpoint the year, go tothe following page on the Guild website and scroll through the pages of data: http://guildguitars.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/history_of_your_guild.pdf.The easy way to narrow down the period your Guild acoustic was produced is by the label, which is located inside the soundhole and should have both the model and serial number. Our current used guitars3. Some models are produced in a left-handed configuration. May be impossible to pinpoint the year.All guitars 1951 to 1956Transition of all guitars to a five-digit scheme beginning with 60000 in 1951 and ending with 69637 in 1956.All guitars 1961 to 1969Sequence begins with serial 0100 in 1961 and by 1967, most were using a six-digit code, starting with the number zero and progressing to 999999 by 1968.Modern Epiphone serial number schemes, YYMMFFRRRRRYY = year of manufactureMM = month of manufatureFF = factory IDRRRRR = ranking numberExample: 08121520333 = 2008 / December / factory 15 / unit 20333Note: Models from 2008 and onwards omit the factory ID letter prefix. For example, an "8" can indicate 1988 or 1998. 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. The now defunct steinbergerworld website used to suggest contacting Gibson with questions (800-444-2766 or service@gibson.com). We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. From 1961 to 1972, the "Oval G-Shield" label is oval, tan colored and says "Guarantee" in large letters. )1993 to 2007: It should be an 8-digit serial. Unfortunately, these guitars followed no clear numbering system and appeared on a sticker on the back of the headstock and were often lost. If your Washburn instrument was purchased locally and is under warranty, we recommend contacting the dealership it was purchased from. Some believe that the first digit may denote the year, but this pertains only to pre-Fender Korean-made guitars. Do not hang or store your guitar by windows, under direct sunlight, or in your car. Check the neck and neck pocket for a date. Restring post pics if you'd like to see them. To find the authorized retailer nearest you, please check ourdealer locator. Number right after the letter is last digit of year. Cracking and warping caused by dryness and excessive temperature exposure is not covered under warranty. Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection. Models with a black logo with a CN serial number have a thin laminated body and are of lower quality. The FONs appear below followed by serial numbers.1902 to 1945 FON Overview, NOTE: From 1935 to 1942 the FON may include a one- or two-letter suffix.Gibson Serial NumbersAcoustic and electric archtops 1902-1961Year / Last Serial Number (of that year)1903 -- 11501904 -- 18501905 -- 25501906 -- 33501907 -- 42501908 -- 54501909 -- 69501910 -- 87501911 -- 108501912 -- 133501913 -- 161001914 -- 201501915 -- 251501916 -- 320001917 -- 395001918 -- 479001919 -- 538001920 -- 622001921 -- 693001922 -- 714001923 -- 749001924 -- 803001925 -- 827001926 -- 836001927 -- 854001928 -- 873001929 -- 897501930 -- 902001931 -- 904501932 -- 907001933 -- 914001934 -- 923001935 -- 928001936 -- 941001937 -- 952001938 -- 957501939 -- 960501940 -- 966001941 -- 974001942 -- 977001943 -- 978501944 -- 982501945 - 986501946 -- 993001947 -- 9999991947 - 1961After number 999999 in 1947, Gibson started over with an "A" prefix.Year / Last Numbers1947 -- A 13051948 -- A 26651949 -- A 44101950 -- A 65961951 -- A 94201952 -- A 124601953 -- A 174351954 -- A 186651955 -- A 219101956 -- A 247551957 -- A 268201958 -- A 288801959 -- A 322851960 -- A 34645, 1952 - 1961 Gibson solid body electricsThis period had the serial stamped on the back of the headstock. For example day "02" could be "2," and thus the serial would be only 7 digits long. The above information applies to USA made Hamers only. In doing research on this brand I found the definitive website for Danelectro/Silvertone info at www.danelectro.guru. The first digit indicates the last digit of the year it was built, with the final numbers indicating sequentially the order of production. Your best bet is comparing it to other similar models and looking to see if those owners have a solid date they were made, or perhaps checking pot codes. (You may need to use a flashlight. 8009 34th Ave. S. Ste #175. 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. So 1204 represents a 1964 guitar made in the 12th week of the year. Instruments with serial numbers that have 5 characters or less are typically from the 1980s. Buffalo Grove, IL 60089. After that, a much more complex table from that may take you further. If you have a Ft.Worth Texas neckplate, or you have a neckplate that simply says Jackson / Charvel, you do NOT have a USA MADE guitar. 1. What was the V.C.C. (If you don't want your brain to hurt, I suggest stopping right here, otherwise read the following paragraph for more detail. 8Mxxxxxx ..1978 0000xxxx t/m 0030xxxx 1978 0031xxxx t/m 0047xxxx 1979 0048xxxx t/m 0065xxxx 1980 0066xxxx t/m 0099xxxx 1981 0100xxxx t/m 0129xxxx 1982 0130xxxx t/m 0169xxxx 1983 0170xxxx t/m 0199xxxx 1984 0200xxxx t/m 0239xxxx 1985 0240xxxx t/m 0259xxxx 1986 0260xxxx t/m 0339xxxx 1987 0340xxxx t/m 0359xxxx 1988 0360xxxx t/m 0419xxxx 1989 04249338 t/m 0439xxxx 1990 0440xxxx t/m 0519xxxx 1991 0520xxxx t/m 0599xxxx 1992 0600xxxx t/m 0639xxxx 1993 0640xxxx t/m 0769xxxx 1994 0770xxxx >>..1995. The US imprint at the tip of your headstock most likely said USED and denotes a factory 2nd. 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. Sterling by Music Man instruments are not covered in the online database. The three numbers are the unit number; 123.Made in Japan, 1989-2002:Letter-letter-letter-letter-###, like so: SKJL321.The first letter is an internal code (both I and S were used). I live in the U.S. How can I find the nearest Washburn dealer? Four letters and a number, like so: LJQH013.The first letter is the year; 1985. If your instrument is not under warranty, then we recommend contacting a local instrument repair shop. While neither will help you with specific dates, these resources may help in researching attributes of your specific model. We recommend visiting our guitar archives and viewing the annual catalogs to find the closest match. 5-digit serials are the same, you just disregard the fifth digit. From different sources I've read that they are often six digits with the first three numbers indicating the production run and the last three the number in that run. For a complete list of our authorized Washburn dealers, please visit ourdealer locator. Washburn has used many serial number formats over the years, ranging from 4-12 characters long. See the explanation for serial number 20070311301 below:20070311301 First four digits indicate the year - 200720070311301 5th & 6th digits indicate the two-digit month - 03 (March)20070311301 7th & 8th digits indicate the day - 11 (the 11th)20070311301 9th digit is a series code number - 0 for 300 or 400 Series, 1 for 500 thru Presentation Series, 2 for 200 Series, 3 for a Baby, 4 for a Big Baby, 5 for T5, 7 for Nylon Series, 8 for 100 Series, and 9 for SolidBody Series. One caveat to this system is Yamaha recycles its numbers every 10 years, so let's use an example serial: MM15044. The third letter is the month; M=June. Yes. Reverend is the brand made famous by owner Joe Naylor. Narrowing the exact year may not be possible without neck pocket stamps.7 Digits Japan Bolt On/Neck Plate93xxxxx-94xxxxx 1994-1995 Date CodedUsed usually on the '94 Concept models96xxxxx, 97xxxxx, 98xxxxx Professional Headstock LogoThis format was date coded, but it wasn't used often. There is no serial number information or tracking capability for pre-1978 models. From 1959 to 1960, the label is known as the "ghost label" due to its image of a ghost-like character wearing a bowtie and playing a guitar. The site is run by Doug Tulloch and he even sells a Danelectro Guitar Guide for you hardcore fans. If your serial is NOT found there, don't despair. After 1969 you'll see a "volute" on the back of the neck where it meets the headstock. A: I own a used guitar website called StillKickinMusic.com. For example, 8901827 indicate the instrument was made in 1989, 1988, or 1998. For example, serial number: 7 0002 was the second guitar built in 1977. Are any Washburn instruments available in left-hand versions? More info is available here. The three numbers at the end are the unit number.Made in Japan, 2002-:Letter-letter-letter-###-letter, like so: QJM111E.The first and second letters are the year; QJ=03. Instruments with serial numbers that have 5 or more characters are from the late 1980s-2000s. For instance, some of instruments with U + 6 digits are also built in 2012.Made in Mexico Serials (on headstock)MN0 + 5 or 6 digits 1990-1991MN1 + 5 or 6 digits 1991-1992MN2 + 5 or 6 digits 1992-1993MN3 + 5 or 6 digits 1993-1994MN4 + 5 or 6 digits 1994-1995MN5 + 5 or 6 digits 1995-1996MN6 + 5 or 6 digits 1996-1997MN7 + 5 or 6 digits 1997-1998MN8 + 5 or 6 digits 1998-1999MN9 + 5 or 6 digits 1999-2000MZ0 + 5 or 6 digits 2000-2001MZ1 + 5 or 6 digits 2001-2002MZ2 + 5 or 6 digits 2002-2003MZ3 + 5 or 6 digits 2003-2004MZ4 + 5 or 6 digits 2004-2005MZ5 + 5 or 6 digits 2005-2006MZ6 + 5 or 6 digits 2006-2007MZ7 + 5 or 6 digits 2007-2008MZ8 + 5 or 6 digits 2008-2009MZ9 + 5 or 6 digits 2009-2010"10" prefix followed by a space and eight digits Late 2009 through approximately March 2010MX10 + 6 digits 2010MX11 + 6 digits 2011MX12 + 6 digits 2012MX13 + 6 digits 2013MX14 + 6 digits 2014MX15 + 6 digits 2015-2016MX16 + 6 digits 2016-2017MX17 + 6 digits 2017-2018NOTES: Mexican Fender Signature Series used other prefixes, such as "MSN"+ 5 digits in the 1990s and "MS" in the 2000s. George Washburn begins a legacy of greatness with the first Washburn stringed instruments, bringing quality instruments priced for home musicians. It's not kept updated but still has some relevant info, especially about how many units were produced of certain guitars, and can give you an idea of how rare (or not) your Reverend might be. For pricing, please contact your dealer or the international distributor for your country. If it lacks one, it was likely either refinished or stolen and altered. The second letter is the month; June. The last three numbers are the unit number; 13. Also note, some guitars may omit a leading zero. Serials begin in 1932 with 5000 and end at 20142 during this period. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. we'll see. Washburn can only identify instruments via email, and with a clear digital photograph and serial number. By 1988, serial numbers were again being impressed into the wood of the headstock.Serial numbering sequence by decade (approximate):1970s: 7 0001 - 9 14501980s: 0 1451 - 9 241921990s: 0 24193 - 9 501552000-2014: 0 50156 - 4 56449. There is no indication of year in this configurationjust "sometime between '86 and '89.Made in Japan, 1995-1999:######. What Are Duncan USM pick-ups? Kramer (Back to top of page)Kramer guitar owners seem to be some of the more dedicated fans out there. You'll need to scroll down to the bottom of the page and click to the last page of posts to see the most current. It may also say "Guarantee" up till 1974, but the large "Guild" clearly separates it from the Oval G-Shield label. These two basses and the other instruments listed below that were supplied by this factory continued to use Made in Japan T + 6 digits designation through 2011:Pawn Shop Fender 51Pawn Shop Fender 72Pawn Shop Mustang Special70s Precision BassJaguar BassIn 2012, Fender transitioned the Japanese numbering scheme again with the new serial numbers starting with JD followed by an eight-digit number with Made in Japan decals.If your serial number starts with JD followed by an eight-digit number, the first two digits designates the year of manufacture. The Ibanez Axstar AXB1000 model was made by FujiGen Gakki. Washburn reserves the right to repair or replace the instrument, at our sole discretion. On the positive side, the early Korean Hamers are some of the best that were made according to the Hamer experts. Washburn University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or marital or parental status. Turn the VCC knob up for a traditional humbucker sound; turn it down for the character of a single coil. Moving on, the serial number's next digit indicates it was made on a Wednesday, and the final three digits that it was the 168th guitar made that week.Post-2007: Godin switched to a 12-digit serial number in late 2007, and those serial numbers give no information on production date. Starting in1977 with the "Sunburst" models, Hamer used a different system using five or six digits for "production" instruments. A return authorization number is required for any repairs performed at Washburn. For example, 92229222, means production year 1999. All Jackson's that have the Professional logo on the headstock are Japanese made! To obtain a return authorization number, please contact Washburn at ourCustomer Service page. Last three digits are production number. 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. ), Q = 0 (1960, 1970, 1980, 1990, 2000, etc). Acoustic guitars are sensitive to humidity and temperature conditions. Note: US Vintage series starting in 1982 onward begins with a "V". Yikes! Can you plese help. The company came out with innovative designs for a stable tremolo bridge called the Calibrato; the Micro-Nut, which allows you to intonate each string both at the bridge and the nut; and the first FM wireless transmitter for guitar. They also have a photo gallery. To see how cookies are used, please review our cookie notice. And a graphic illustration that gives a serial number production timeline: http://www.headless-europe.eu/Files/Steinberger_serial_poster.pdf. This site uses cookies. Pot codes may also point you to a general date range, but don't expect them to always be accurate. To see how cookies are used, please review our. In Sept. 2016, the metal plate was replaced with a waterslide decal. Hamer (Back to top of page)The Hamerfanclub website is a great resource that includes info on all the models ever produced. Sister top of the line instruments would have been the 199, standard size and the 399, which is their grand concert size. 7 or 8 digits stamped into back of headstock looking something like this: (D)DMMYNNN, NNN = production number up to 999 (reset each year). Anything newer than that will be Korean made. The 299 sold new for $135, a lot of money back then. Some other resources: a serial number database that may help you date your Steinberger: http://www.headless-europe.eu/Files/List_confirmed.htm. If the front of the headstock of your Reverend says "Made in USA," "Eastpointe, MI, USA" or "Reverend USA," it is a made in USA Reverend. So serial number: 933130, indicates production run 933 and the 130th instrument produced in that run. Washburn cannot provide specific dimension measurements on older instruments. serial numbers were on a small oblong metal plate (brass or aluminum). To identify your Washburn instrument, we recommend visiting our guitar archives. Washburn maintains limited production records. Then hit return to find additional instances. The first M=6--BUT that 6 can indicate your guitar was made in 1966, 1976, 1986, 1996, 2006, or 2016. You may be able to click on the model number to obtain full product specs as well. I will state some of the basics here and then give links to sites with more detail. I broke my neck. The next letter (3rd position) is the month; in this case M=June (see chart.) 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. Look through the sound hole toward the head of the guitar. 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