1946 Gibson ES-300

This '46 Gibson Es-300 is a big beauty that gives off a wonderfully airy and woody tone from its super responsive P-90 pickup. Notes fly off its ultra-comfortable neck with ease! A rare chance to own a piece of history at a surprisingly affordable price!

$2,750.00

1950s/early 1960s Premier Bantam Single Pickup

Sitting high atop the heap of cool off-brand 1950s American-built guitars are these New York manufactured Premier models. This one is a late 1950s Bantam Deluxe custom single pick-up model that has a two tone amber sunburst finish with maple top back and sides.

$775.00

1953 Fender Blackguard Telecaster

This gorgeous 1953 Telecaster is an iconic instrument that needs to be played to be believed!

$26,500.00

1953 Fender Blackguard Telecaster refinished

This fine Telecaster has a fairly new pro refin on the body and neck with a replacement decal on the headstock. Instruments of this caliber don’t stroll through the door every day!

$14,500.00

1953/54 Gibson ES-295

You could be the next Scotty Moore with this fantastic '53 Gibson Es-295! This guitar was used on the album "Honkin' on Bobo" by popular 70s rock act Aerosmith. Between the two blazin' hot P-90 pickups and its eye-popping gold finish this guitar is an undeniable rock & roll machine!

$9,500.00

1954 Gibson ES-295

This rare bird needs a new home to roost since it plays even better than it looks! The maple top, back and sides have a nice solid weight to them that really makes this guitar bouncy and vibrant sounding with superb sustain and a great feel that is inspirational. If gold is not your color but you always loved the vibe of a real 295 then this one is right for you!

$6,250.00

1954 Gretsch Electromatic II/White Flacon Conversion

This amazing full body electric archtop started its life as an Electromatic II but was the converted to the specs of a '50s White Falcon. This was common practice beginning in the early to mid-1980s as the price of White Falcons shot through the roof. It was an ingenious way for Gretsch fans to get the best of both worlds. If you want the true look and feel of an original early Falcon at 1/3 of the price then this is the guitar for you!

$7,500.00

1954 Guild Aristocrat M75

These Bluesbirds (as they are known) are completely hollow and very lightweight but still retain the great zing of a solid guitar while giving you the warmth of a full bodied archtop.

$4,250.00

1957 Gibson ES-225T

This '57 Es-225T has one of the most wonderful sounding vintage P-90s we've ever had the pleasure of hearing! This vintage Gibson is a no-brainer and a game changer, don't wait too long 'cause it'll be long gone, Daddy-o!

$2,200.00

1957 Gibson Les Paul Junior (refinished)

This brash angry little '57 Les Paul Jr. has been refinished and relic'd by the cats at Lay's Guitars and is now ready to rip apart the stage! It's got an original P-90 that growls and barks with the best of them. Comes with hard shell case.

$3,750.00

1958 Fender Stratocaster

This beautiful vintage late ;50s Stratocaster is in incredible shape, complete with all the stock parts and the original case.

$33,500.00

1959 Gibson Melody Maker

This scrappy little Melody Maker has one killer hook! This vintage bruiser barks and growls through a smaller tube amp. A true David to all the Goliaths out on the scene.

$1,400.00

1959 Gretsch Double Anniversary 6117

As an all maple archtop with the two PAF filter tron pick-ups this guitar has the same features as the higher end Chet Atkins 6120 model.

$3,950.00

1959/60 Fender Jazzmaster refinished

This '59/'60 Jazzmaster has what looks to be a very professional refin on the body. You'd swear that it rolled off the Fender line circa 1960! This is one fabulous vintage Jazzmaster!

$6,000.00

1959/60 Gibson Byrdland

The Gibson Byrdland was designed by Gibson for two of the guitar greats: Hank Garland and Billy Byrd. With its big-fretted multi-bound ebony neck and Gibson Patent # humbuckers this guitar is tailor-made for churing out some lickety-split boppin' swing licks!

$11,000.00

1960 Gibson ES-345 Stereo

This cherry finish '60 Es-345 is in incredible condition and is among the most striking vintage pieces here at Empire. . This is a beautiful vintage guitar that has to be seen to be believed!

$23,500.00

1960s Gretsch Astro Jet refinished

This refinished Gretsch Astro Jet is an all-around stunner and a certified showstopper! It is loud and boisterous and one of the best things Gretsch came up with in their “pre-Baldwin factory” days. The highlight of these is always the stock Gretsch Supertron I pick-ups that are Chet Atkins humbucker version of the early Gibson Charlie Christian pick-ups. Prepare for lift -off and a fantastic voyage into the great beyond with this modernist marvel from the real space age!

$1,700.00

1964 Fender Jazzmaster

From chunky and smooth surf rhythms to sleek and sly instrumental leads this '64 Jazzmaster does it all!

$4,000.00

1964 Fender Stratocaster

This '64 Strat is the kind of vintage beauty you dream about finding at a local swap meet or flea market. The original pre-CBS Strat pickups will send you down the road of perfect sound forever!

$18,000.00

1965 Fender Mustang

Here we have a 1965 Mustang in great shape with all of its original parts! The finish, originally blue, has faded to a nice greenish-blue color shade.

$1,850.00

1965 Fender Stratocaster

An incredible '65 Strat with a vibrant red, amber, and black finish on a solid maple body with maple neck.

$18,000.00

1965 Gibson SG JR

This extraordinary cherry '65 SG Jr ranks up there with the best that we've seen! It has an incredibly fast playing wide neck and a raucous roaring original P-90 pickup. This little monster will bring ya to the forefront of any stage!

$2,500.00

1965 Gibson SG Junior Refinished

This 60s Gibson SG Jr. has been refinished in white. It's a true wolf in sheep's clothing.. the P-90 pickup gives this skinny fella nasty biting tone. When it comes to sheer rocking power this guitar is one Giant Behemoth!

$2,995.00

1965 Gibson SG Standard

This '65 SG Standard has two original Gibson humbuckers that growl and bark with the best of them. Other than a repair at the base of the neck it is in great condition and plays and looks gorgeous. Perfect for 60s rock and blues!

$7,000.00

1965/1968 Gibson Es-120T

Classic Gibson hollowbody sound in a compact and comfortable thinline body. Though these were Gibson's starting line they are still quality vintage pieces that sound and play fantastic!

$1,150.00