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Manufactured beginning in 1932 by Lloyd Loar and Lewis Williams’ new company after they left the employ of Gibson. Unusual small body (13" lower bout), small dark sunburst finish, flat spruce top with adjustable bridge straddling the unusual soundhole (2 circles), arched spruce back with 2 f-holes, maple (?) sides which extend ~1/2" past edge of back, tortoise plastic pickguard with side trim for depth and strength, celluloid headstock overlay with black silkscreened Vivi-Tone logo, Grover open gear tuners and tailpiece, minor open heel crack, interior white label states that this guitar may be exchanged by 24th April 1936 for an Acousti-Lectric model, designed by Lloyd Loar and made in Detroit, MI, with period HSC (purple lining). Ultimately these are a very interesting footnote in guitar history, and add to the saga of Loar and Williams who were so influential at Gibson in the 1920’s. Sold AS-IS. On Consignment.
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Condition Notes: AS-IS: Reglue Sides and Binding, Reglue Laminated Neck by Headstock, Minor Heel Crack, Clean and Oil Tuners, General Clean up of Guitar and Case. (This item is sold As-Is)× This used product is in Fair Condition
Fair condition items are used and have various imperfections that impact the function of the item. They aren’t broken but have minor functional issues and minor to severe cosmetic imperfections. Ideal for budget-conscious players or those willing to give it a little extra care.
Condition Notes: AS-IS: Reglue Sides and Binding, Reglue Laminated Neck by Headstock, Minor Heel Crack, Clean and Oil Tuners, General Clean up of Guitar and Case. (This item is sold As-iS)
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Vivi-Tone Archtop Acoustic Guitar (c. 1935)
Vivi-Tone Archtop Acoustic Guitar (c. 1935)
SKU: 45U-222879
Manufactured beginning in 1932 by Lloyd Loar and Lewis Williams’ new company after they left the employ of Gibson. Unusual small body (13" lower bout), small dark sunburst finish, flat spruce top with adjustable bridge straddling the unusual soundhole (2 circles), arched spruce back with 2 f-holes, maple (?) sides which extend ~1/2" past edge of back, tortoise plastic pickguard with side trim for depth and strength, celluloid headstock overlay with black silkscreened Vivi-Tone logo, Grover open gear tuners and tailpiece, minor open heel crack, interior white label states that this guitar may be exchanged by 24th April 1936 for an Acousti-Lectric model, designed by Lloyd Loar and made in Detroit, MI, with period HSC (purple lining). Ultimately these are a very interesting footnote in guitar history, and add to the saga of Loar and Williams who were so influential at Gibson in the 1920’s. Sold AS-IS. On Consignment.
Condition Notes: AS-IS: Reglue Sides and Binding, Reglue Laminated Neck by Headstock, Minor Heel Crack, Clean and Oil Tuners, General Clean up of Guitar and Case. (This item is sold As-Is)
Fair condition items are used and have various imperfections that impact the function of the item. They aren’t broken but have minor functional issues and minor to severe cosmetic imperfections. Ideal for budget-conscious players or those willing to give it a little extra care.
Condition Notes: AS-IS: Reglue Sides and Binding, Reglue Laminated Neck by Headstock, Minor Heel Crack, Clean and Oil Tuners, General Clean up of Guitar and Case. (This item is sold As-iS)
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