On mine the following areas are shiny chrome: the Charvel logo, the rectangular area used to stamp the serial number, and the frame around the edge of the neck plate. Picked her up for 650 CAD plus shipping for the record, so not too inflated at all. Price: $700 (1997 purchased new) Hope all of this detail helps. If 6-string, describe pickup configuration (2 lipsticks, or bridge humbucker / neck lipstick) 1 knob and one switch. A friend gave me a Charvel guitar. I'm at a loss finding where it was made or what model it is. No cut out for the floyd rose. Theres a thing i dont know yet: when they switched from Charvel to Jackson, the production remained for a while in Japan, and then moved to India (losing in quality), or the Jackson batch was fully Indian? Hynek Dvorak: For the bolt on model series the serial numbers are useless for dating or identifying the model. Lines and paragraphs break automatically. Who and how can I submit info on my Surfcaster? Jackson Custom Shop Bolt On The Model series began production in 1986. 6100 and up (approximately) had the original postal address, P.O. Can anybody help? Sold it to a buddy to pay for a transmission in my car in 2000 for $600 with the intent on buying it back when I saved up the money. Charvel Surfcaster Serial Numbers, Pictures and History. Williams began playing guitar at age 13, when his parents-assuming it was only a phase-got him an inexpensive Squier beginner . Hot-rodded for unparalleled performance, versatile sound and exquisite style, Pro-Mod Series guitars are packed with the classic playability and innovative design elements that have made Charvel a legendary name in high-performance guitars. Great info todd, can you send me a picture so I can add it to the database? Re: Charvel serial number Thanks a lot man! Welcome to the small but enthusiastic community of proud Surfcaster owners. Posted by Robert Wheeler on Sun, 03/10/2019 - 00:32. Have a charvel Jackson hybrid It's made of solid wood I think it's mahogany. In fact, Surfcasters were made at the Chusin Gakki factory in Nagano, Japan. Promoted to a Master Builder in 2018, Joe Williams first came to Charvel/Jackson in 2005 from a vintage guitar shop, where he repaired and set up used guitars. Mines over 20 yrs old, bolt on neck, fire crackle finish, i love that guitar i call it my red headed girlfriend ! VIEW THE LATEST Sean Long Signature San Dimas Style 1 For the purposes of the chart, you can use my info above (Im in NJ). All times are GMT-6. Posted by Harvey on Mon, 04/13/2020 - 19:30. I have been looking for a japanese-Surfcaster ser.-no. It has. My serial number is 925899 on backplate.Does it mean ? Dont feel bad, SS. Here is one for Jackson: Jackson Guitar Company & Serial Numbers Guitars built by Rhoads and Jackson will have serial numbers from 1001 to 5491. Again, probably being paranoid, but in this age of online scams and identity theft, Id rather err on the side of safety. Hey F. Rankenstone: Can you provide details of your Surfcaster? . 4. Copyright 1999 - 2023 , All Rights Reserved. Posted by Dave on Sat, 10/19/2002 - 21:44. back is mahogany bridge, pickups, etc.). its a six string two pick ups with tremolo Does anyone know anything about it? Bought it new with case. Posted by Slo-Hand on Wed, 11/27/2002 - 03:22. A SIX digit serial number system was used with the first two digits If anyone knows how to identify the model and year using this information it would be greatly appreciated! If you have a neck-through-body model, the serial number should be stamped onto the fingerboard at the last fret. Posted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 20:10. it also feels like fat frets. Ive been meaning to put this up for the past month Orange Trans 12 string, black toothpaste logo, serial #365636. The 2 I sold over the last year I kept disclosure to 100s, (i.e. They work better than the originals. The guitar is in very good condition with light pick scratches and a couple of small dings but nothing major. Personal playing preference will dictate the ideal/exact measurement for each player depending on musical style, playing dynamics and other factors. Perhaps the same serial number bins were used for all guitars made in this period? Someone finally posted one here in the US and I snagged it. Pearl Pick Guard Graham, I posted earlier this year and see that I forgot to add a few details. Hi Guys, I have Surfcaster #386869 Black with the Jackson Hum in the bridge and lipstick in the neck. Seafoam Green Serial No. Was located in Toronto, Canada, and shes now located in Devon, England. Serial No.001341 on back neck Plate with San Dimas California non recessed floydrose trem,2 Seymour Duncan p/u a 3 way switch with 1volume control . Two tuners were missing. finish, 2Lipsticks, JT490 Tremoro, Firdt selled day is 8 oct 1992. It has a mahogany body. The first batch of Surfcasters have a scrolled Charvel signature on a Gumby shaped headtock. and then cleared (lacquered). address. 6 string red quilted top. WAIT! The solid brass neck plate was commonly found on How to Choose the Right Guitar String Gauges? They used Charvel licenses Gotoh tuners. Please let me know of any errors in this description. Copy the characters (respecting upper/lower case) from the image. Believe it to be a 91(?). DZ+6 digits. Did Charvel produce six digit serial number guitars? Serial number is 375132. Moderately interesting story I recently re-acquired my 95 Surfcaster (Sea Foam, Hard tail, lipstick/humbuck). used. If you have what I think you do, it is probably a pretty valuable American made Charvel. Please confirm that the Charvel logo on the peghead is white and not black. It sounds authentic, and the serial number is appropriate. My guitar has the Ft. Worth plate and the # is 231509 it has 1 double coil pickup and only a volume knob no tone control it has the original locking system and tremolo. Born from a love of high-speed playing, the sleekly contoured So-Cal is as comfortable to play as your favorite overstuffed armchair. A few custom shop Charvel guitars The serial number is 370752. Charvel Surfcaster 6 string C hardtail. Jackson makes the Custom Shop and USA Series in Corona, California. Also, If you dont mind, may I know how much it cost? The humbuckers started appearing in the 94 and 95 HT models. Need new mid boost pick up set Graham. neck plates are probably the rarest of all Charvel neck plates. This neck plate style can be found on custom shop Posted by Eli on Sat, 09/28/2002 - 17:34. Still own it no plans to get rid of it. Thx:)! Heres the pics: http://www.mediafire.com/download/yc6zjiws94bqllp/jackson_surfcaster.zip. Wow, thats unusual. Im working on finding a tremolo bar and am in contact with the guy referenced above. Im selling a Surfcaster bass in black. to have been only used in early 1981. Not original case (included). I folks, Im a newbie here and have just bought my first Surfcaster as seen here: One more to add to the database. charvel logo is black Looking forward to hearing from fellow Surfcaster enthusiasts. any info would be great. Sorry, heres the link to the catalog scans: http://audiozone.dk/guitargallery/?content%2FGuitar_catalog_scans%2FJackson_Charvel%2F1993_Jackson_Charvel%2F, Of course; happy to provide images. Orange. If interested in music and guitars, then you are in the right place and will learn a lot. Wayne Charvel worked at Fender for three years in the early 1970s and started Charvels Guitar Repair in 1974. Plate number 370890 can you give me brief information about that guitar? Posted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/17/2022 - 15:04. Was purchased in Baltimore about 20 years ago and will be making its way to a new home soon if all goes well. Any help is golden. More information about formatting options, Contact | Contents | Privacy Policy | Forum. One problem: when playing muted the volume fades out after awhile, because my right hand slightly touches it all the time, I figure narrowing it down to 10s would be close enough for dating purposes, while keeping enough anonymity for safetys sake. You can either email them to donrownrocks@yahoo.com or give us a url and well just link to it from the serial number database. Posted by Tong on Sun, 09/23/2018 - 10:18. . Is the Charvel logo on the peghead white or black? Here is a link to photos of my Surfcaster, as well as the Yahoo Japan auction of another one like it. SN 380333. list ? Is it a 6-string or a 12-string? @Matt- things move pretty slowly on here owing to the fact that its basically one guy managing it out of the goodness of his heart in his free time. But a Surfcaster would be difficult to knock off and the market isnt that big so the chop shops arent going to be interested. These neck plates say "Charvel PO Box 245, San Dimas, Ca, 91773". Current Location: Kansas City, MO under the logo), a two digit serial number and the words "25th Anniversary". Hi guys, loaded Strat body shape with Strat Head neck), San Thanks for describing a scheme that, in my naivety, I hadnt thought of. i.e. The two single coils are EMG style (ie covered in black plastic so you can't see the poles) and dont have any logo either. Thanks in advance! Please consult a qualified repair specialist if you do not know how to properly adjust the neck. Heres another one for your database: I'm wondering if anyone can help me identify it? looks like the knobs, pickups and pots have all been changed since I last owned this. There are lots of bridge systems out there and without giving a big history lesson here let me just say that in the early-mid 1980s everyone wanted to use a Floyd Rose tremolo.This was inspired by Eddie Van Halen and Mr Floyd Rose through the invention of the Floyd Rose Tremolo. I never thought that Id see a 12-string in that color! The only real question I have is about that Duncan Designed humbucker at the bridge- Im assuming its an aftermarket mod because while it is correct for the timeline, the 12-string model has always been equipped with 2 lipsticks. If a 6-string, does it have a tremolo or a C tailpiece? The former had white Charvel logos and the latter had black logos. If you have a few photo's of the guitar I'd be happy to do a bit of research for you. How about some additional details about your Surfcaster? .original caseany ideas on a value?? Tune in at 4:00pm . Put some Dimarzios in it and it becomes a super strat. No modifications. Charvel Pro-Mod Style 1, Style 2, DK24, Artist Series and USA Select guitars that were made from 2013 until present day feature a 10-digit alphanumeric serial number located on the back of the headstock or neckplate. Im less pessimistic than Silver. de7889c992. ><br /><p>The trem was professionally blocked but the block can be . This Surfcaster still has the original plastic on it! These neckplate cushions were Black headstock on right handed guitar turns up and not down. Had Charvel Jackson not offered a Floyd Rose type system, due to the popularity of this type of bridge peaking in and about 1987, Im sure Jackson and Charvel sales would have suffered DRAMATICALLY. Ill add it to the links tab right away. Avoid getting polish directly on the hardware as this will only cause buildup and create the need for additional maintenance. The plates were shared among all the various bolt on models (Model 1, 2, 3, 4, etc.). indicating the year of manufacture. Ive got about 110 surfcasters tracked now, based off Grahams .xls template from above with another 30 or so thatve shown up on eBay and other sources since I downloaded it- Id be glad to send a copy to anyone interested. SN#376078. They only need $400 more. Posted by bls1313666 on Tue, 04/23/2013 - 17:56. Posted by Fos on Thu, 04/23/2020 - 13:00. Having a glance in this beautiful site im guessing its possibly 92-94, is it right? That answers my question nicely, so the number after C6 tells you which thru neck charvel you have (either Model 5 or 6) and the fact that its a 1986 means that 000001 was the first ever thru neck model series (if its exists). Trans-Red with white logo // C-6 The guitar comes with the original hardshell case. chart for ages. There are many pictures of these on this web site. anyother info would be greatly appreciated. The serial number was stamped into a small raised molded into it. This may irk some but I just couldnt take the pickups in the bass. Awesome. I have a Charvel with a serial number just 10 away from yours. It must be some other neckplate. Jackson written on the headstock, no OHSC. Later Kahler 2500 series trems had wider brass body bushings. If 6-string, does it have a tremolo? I have 346553.I feel it is Ontario Yeah Mines a six digit chravel. At the time I bought this guitar I had never heard of the Surfcaster. Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 14857 Tweet #4 08-08-2006, 02:31 PM Box 245 San Dimas, That neck plate looks quite different to mine. Professional, detailed photos of every single guitar. Posted by Michael s on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 04:05. Perhaps youd want this on your data base for the moment. Any expert advise? briefly in 2002 and later in 2005. SS: 1986 Japan made Charvel model 6 should also have kahler tremolo system with brass rollers, most likely one active humbucker (9volt battery installed from the back plate) and two single coil pick ups with jackson covers, three knobs and three toggle on/off switches, sharkfin style fret markers. The headstock was dented and the neck was scarred on its back. Guitar matches Bruce Cockburns two exactly black body, white logo on headstock, two lipsticks, tremolo bridge, purchased for $800US. For the record, I have NEVER seen a fake Surfcaster- theres a company out there, GRB Guitars that makes a tribute guitar called the Kokocaster, but itd be pretty hard to pass one of those off as a real surfcaster. briefly in 2002 - 2003 and was cast to resemble the original "serialized" 3D After being keen on one of these for many years, I just acquired a trans red, mahogany bodied 12 string Surfcaster, serial number is 375726 for the database. Please add my serial # and details to your registry. The other serial number is 387569 and, like yours, it was made towards the end of production of the first edition Surfcasters. Color of Charvel logo? $700.00 with ohsc. No engraving on black plastic neck plate on headstock. Thank you for posting photos and a description of your Surfcaster. Star glo finishthe brownish-orange sunburst rather than the reddish fireglo sunburst. Log of Charvel USA guitars. Serial number is 328577! Which is weird. These are identical to the If you have any further questions, you may also find more historical information regarding Fender serial numbers and dating here: Additionally you can find all available Owner's Manuals, Service Manuals, and more through our Customer Self . hello, im livein Shizuoka JPN In the future, I hope to check each of the posts for dead links there are many such links to expired eBay auctions for example. Sounds like he got an incredible bargain, but thats the point: Everyone has this impression that original Surfcasters are super expensive, but the truth is, most of the prices on eBay are super inflated (they rarely sell) and from the looks of this chart, some people are paying a LOT for their Surfcasters. A very high quality Japanese manufactured model came to the market from the year 2000 till 2002 the SL4 and it was from the high models of the Jackson guitars as they were made from alder or mahogany for the body-maple or mahogany for the necks but with two differences from the SL1 or the SL3 of Japan that were built . I think that I paid about 400 for it + case (which is seemingly generic). Id be interested in a peek under the pickguard next time youre re-stringing, just to see if the purple paint is in the pickup cavity or not. I already have an entry in the serial number database for your guitar. There is no set rule for how often you should change your strings. Perhaps its worth searching eBay or Reverb for a C tailpiece from the first series to see if the edges are not as sharp as yours. 354835. 01-28-2009, 09:32 PM. Gina, Hi: Heres one for the database: Serial Number 385871. The serial number of the Surfcaster he auctioned recently was 380538. So dont buy this guitar as an investment. I saw this in the corner and jumped on it! Thank you very much for your help, couple of questions for the surfcaster experts , if serial #s were not sequential and no records were ever kept, please explain what the purpose of a serial # would be?- doesnt seem like there would be any reason for even putting them on the guitars, and if no records are kept, I mean why spend the $s to even buy the serial # plates, just lower your cost of manufacturing-, other question, is what is the best guess on the total # of surfcasters made in japan, before the name change (to jackson) and change in style and manufacturing to india , every now and then you see these guitars for sale, but not often enough to think that very many were made, or possibly it means they just werent (or arent) that popular thanks for the info, really like this info site rob. just wonder where you were located and also whether the guitar is still for sale. Bought my 91 Surfcaster brand new in a music shop in San Diego, CA in 1992. I also have two basses that are in the shop right now. mine is a transparent reddish-orange, but the Charvel logo on the headstock is white. This page was generated at 03:59 PM. the edges of these neck plates. Id post a link to a picture but posts with links dont show up. Jap neck through models had the serial number after the last fret on the fretboard. More like a traditional Cherry Sunburst finish (Red to Yellow fade). what is this thing!!! I re-ordered the strings on my star-glo 12 to the Ricky style! Need to replace tuning keys without altering the dimensions of the tuning holes, any suggestions? I recently acquired a black 12 string Surfcaster with original case. 6-string or 12-string? Send in your picture and Ill post it on the site. 2 lipstick pups These neck plates were typically black in color (a few chrome ones are known to exist) and Any info bout this guitar would be appreciated. 1981 - 1986. Currently, Im still learning the intricacies of WordPress. Thanks. First Owner, bought new in shop at 08.28.1995. :D, Rob here again heres the new (to me) Surfcaster in action http://youtu.be/VuvObXkjGZY. I have a red figured-top 12-string (back of body has a mahogany finish) and the Charvel logo is white like yours, serial number 372437 (1992 ?). serial = 371337. The paint was peeling, the binding was damaged, and the neck extension was broken off. If you've ever seen an Original Floyd Rose trem you will quickly be able to tell this difference. The neck plate with the serial number on the back is stamped Fort Worth Texas, USA. Born on west coast soil, the USA DK24 is meticulously built by the Charvel team at the Custom Shop in Corona, California, so nothing about this high-performance axe is overlooked. :). It has since undergone a slow, but complete restoration. No (reasonable) doubt thats right, he sent me some photos. Thank You Jeff, i have a serial n. 354885 charvel. cant find out if its USA or JP. I have a Charvel Guitar Red that was given to my son and the only thing that I know is that it use to hang on the wall at a Sticky Fingers restaurant in Savannah Ga but I can't remember whose picture it hung beside. Probably a 92. Whats it worth? Ive messaged Charvel but was just redirected to Fender, and I dont expect a reply very soon. Posted by Ernesto on Fri, 03/05/2021 - 01:03. Charvel proudly collaborated with the New Jersey native to bring you the Angel Vivaldi Signature DK24 Nova an axe that packs as much phenomenal force as the man playing it. THe most insightful estimate Ive heard is: Not many.. Accordingly, does fender own Charvel? I found this one here: Chrome colored neck plate with the Charvel logo Ill post mine too so you can see that theyre identical twins. striped and played guitars and 4 digits for the production EVH ART Series guitars. The original Surfcasters had serial numbers in the range 365XXX through 388XXX and these had colors such as black, red, orange, surf green, etc. Great job on putting this site together, so far BTW, http://www.gretsch-talk.com/forum/other-cool-guitars/32266-fun-surf-tunes.html. Serial # 278425 Thanks I own a black bass no. is a fairly early serial number. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); It could be that you are wondering whether you are in the right place. as seen on the Variations page, 94 catalog picture. It has a sticker inside that says 1809, and I cant seem to find any other numbers on the guitar. Im not aware of any additional information about dimensions or materials of construction other than what is included in this file. CHARVEL and the distinctive headstock design commonly found on CHARVEL guitars are registered trademarks of FMIC under license to JCMI. Inconsistent action and obvious string buzz may be indications that a neck is out of adjustment. The MJ Series in Japan, Pro Series in Mexico, X Series Indonesia, and the JS Series is made in China. I fancied a tangerine or green one .. but this one is super, sorta candy apple colour with binding and plate aged to a cream :) Nice to see people sharing information on these scarce, cult guitars, always remembered them from the 90s when Musical Exchanges in Birmingham had a display stand full of them in cool colours and I was surprised to see a Charvel without a pointy end :). I have been looking for one of these for years and couldnt be happier with the one I found. Is the back of the body a mahogany color or the same color as the front? Please email pictures of your guitar to donrownrocks@yahoo.com. In my opinion the introduction of this came about out of urgency. Also, heres a URL for a scan of the 92 Charvel-Jackson catalog, including pages for the Surfcaster. Of course, a guitars price is what its worth to the owner. Surfcasters with humbuckers at the bridge didnt come along until later. Year/Make /Model of my Charvel Im assuming you love it? hit me up if youd be willing to help out thanks!! My guitar has the white Charvel headstock logo, two lipstick pickups, the tremolo, and the back is painted green also. Stock lipstick tubes. A great many variables are involved in assessing the value of used and vintage instruments-such as condition, rarity, desirability, etc.-and the effects of such conditions on the value of an instrument are best determined by a dealer who specializes in the sale of used and vintage instruments. Your Surfcasters serial number indicates it was manufactured later than 1995. I just couldnt conceive that the serial numbers would be so far off from mine. To locate a service center, please visit our Charvel Authorized Service Center information page. Have plenty of pics. The guitar is in South Australia, professionally set up and it plays like I hoped it would. In fact, the neck plate used on these guitars is the )wood so far, even back then when they were still produced and out in the shops. Thanks. Black 12 string, two Chandler lipstick pickups, standard bridge. Thanks! I misread the mention of the sunburst finish in your first post. Looking at old adverts (which you can see if you search 'charvel model 6' on ebay), the 1986 Model 6 didn't have any logos on the pickups. I wonder how its possible that the serial numbers are so far apart? As you can see the section comes apart and the "block" has a larger square shaped top. Lor, Thank you Graham, very useful hints. and the San Dimas, CA address engraved. The first two number digits in the serial number identify the year the guitar was created. these neck plates a 3D look. I shall email you some pics thanks for the welcome, Ive just been quietly (its nearly midnight here) been running through the whole of The Byrds Greatest Hits cant put the thing down ! Thomas, Zurich, Switzerland. John, Sorry, i was looking again at the shots i had from the seller, i forgot that the one with the serial number shows a little label that says made in japan, so this is the answer at my questions. USA Select, Artist Series and Custom Shop guitars feature a variety of finishes, and more information can be found on each individual product page specific to that model. I inherited my brothers surfcaster which was bought in 1995 in a german music store. I have a charvel guitar with Jackson pickups, 3-way, one volume knob, and the bridge says "licensed under floyd rose patents". Perhaps yours is the transparent Red? Posted by Anonymous on Thu, 03/11/2021 - 06:23. Im assuming the Charvel logo is black and that your guitar has a tremolo and roller-nut. This only works for the early guitar logo shape Charvels. Im not an expert on the date of manufacture or value of this later series. Only serial number I found was 69.1021 But there are good deals to be had I got my 94 Surfcaster HT, Sea Foam Green for a $725.00, with orig. Later serial number plates (serial numbers Charvel certainly didnt keep any records and Fender never got a book of serial numbers when they acquired Charvel. Charvel logo ("Made in appearance of a smooth, slightly-polished steel neck plate. Thanks. Please can some one help me. The FIRST Charvel Guitar Serial Number 1001 & Evolution Of The Strat Video! To register your Surfcaster so its included in the serial number pdf file, downloadable from the Links page, please let me know the following information: 1. This listing contains Charvel USA guitars produced later than 01-01-2002 (serial numbers >6000) Not included are the 25th anniversary-models, the EVH Art Series-models, the Grover Jackson Legacy models, the production models, Guthrie Govan and Joe Duplantier signature guitars . Six digits on a beautiful Fort Worth, Texas nameplate. charvel logo on back number plate thing it has a made in Japan sticker too I have lost the tremolo arm any idea where you can get it? Howie: Does the tail piece have a C in it? Logo color = white $1,250. I love it. Fell in love with that particular finish, but I only ever see red orange black seafoam etc. Is is a real one? The owner of this site has given me editorial privileges. Guitar Discussion Forum Archive - September, 2002, The Best Acoustic Guitars Under $300 - Gearank Rated, Allowed HTML tags:
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