1981 - 1986. Posted by Koeppel on Fri, 09/27/02 - 20:45:51. To me, this is almost as good as having an insurance policy, except its free! I suspect the pickups and electronics in the 12-string are identical to the 6-string. Please can some one help me. underneath the logo), serial number and the San Lipstick PU w/Coil tap on bridge Could you maybe add Surfcaster Bass black to the year in the details field? Charvel guitars use an assortment of bridge styles for various models, and the bridge style on your guitar will need to be identified for proper adjusting. It was really the first nice guitar I ever owned. Currently in the process of picking up a 96 Jackson SC1 if anyone can help with info on that too. In the above photo I have seperated the string lock block from the fine tuner. The guitar came without a case so bought a relatively cheap garden-variety HSC for it locally. Graham. Serial number 372600, hi, The world-famous Charvel USA Custom Shop in Corona, California, offers custom build options. In fact, Surfcasters were made at the Chusin Gakki factory in Nagano, Japan. Is back of body same color as front or is it mahogany? Cheers Penky. Hi, my Charvel/Jackson has the backwards headstock with a single/humbucker config. neck plates are probably the rarest of all Charvel neck plates. appear to have been used only intermittently for a month or two commencing around April, often have the black coating either partially or completely worn away, leaving the Its clearly marked Charvel Surfcaster. John: The number one source of guitar and amplifier pricing and information so you can find the price and value of your used guitars and amplifier. The link above is a pdf table that lists over 200 Surfcaster serial numbers and a brief description of each entry in the table. I bought it for $325.00 in 1997 and it currently resides in Eugene OR. Total guitar acclimation in a temperature and humidity controlled environment. All the electricals seem kind of cheap, so will most likely replace all the wiring, knobs and jack but will keep the originals with the guitar and the old Chandler and the new one will stay in the guitar. : Did Charvel produce six digit serial number guitars? February 22, 2022 by Joe Nevin 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. Don, if youre reading this, thank you- and let me know if youd like any help maintaining/updating etc. If anyone has recommendations on how to deal with this Im all ears. It is totally stock with no alterations. More like a traditional Cherry Sunburst finish (Red to Yellow fade). I have the single lipstick in the neck and humbucker in bridge no tremolo. 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. my Charvel number 009585 I was told by a music store owner that it is a made in japan model. Note that the EVH hand striped and personally played guitars have a very its a six string two pick ups with tremolo A real keeper. Box 2344, 76113! Believe it to be a 91(?). Charvel Surfcaster 12 string Black Serial #380244 (2) lipstick pickups, White Chavel on headstock. This site has some basic info http://audiozone.dk/index-filer/charvel-japan-import-guitars.php#charvel_japan_1986-1991. Usually its a six digit number after the C. This is a white/white guitar, HSS pickups, chrome plate on the bolt-on neck, on which is stamped Charvel by Jackson/Charvel. Theres nothing but the little r next to the logo on the headstock. The neck plate has the raised charvel logo and the 6 digit serial number stamped on a raised plate Serial no 382356. Born from a love of high-speed playing, the sleekly contoured So-Cal is as comfortable to play as your favorite overstuffed armchair. serial number is 381776. These logo's all the raised areas are chrome and the other area is black. I promise these guys are awesome. Log of Charvel USA guitars. ), shark fin inlays and black Charvel logo. Posted by Anonymous on Sat, 03/25/2017 - 20:10. What color is the Charvel logo on the headstock? New paint job, body work and hardware, including the C tailpiece and a period-correct neckplate would likely cost a forger more than a true Surfcaster on the used market. This only works for the early guitar logo shape Charvels. no special serial numbering was used. The back of the plate was not finished and typically appears I wish we had the serial number for claptons surf, .our magnificent in-house research department and dating service date your bass guitar.. 6100 and up (approximately) had the original postal address, P.O. is engraved into the plate. Serial # 278425 (production) era, differing only in a FIVE versus FOUR digit numbering system. Trans-Red with white logo // C-6 This week we will be taking a focused look a small number of Kevin Ryan pre-owned acoustic guitars. For additional care tips, download the Charvel owner's manual. introduction of the 4 digit "serialized" neck plates in late 1981. Posted by Rascal on Thu, 03/29/2018 - 05:37. CHARVEL and the distinctive headstock design commonly found on CHARVEL guitars are registered trademarks of FMIC under license to JCMI. You can either post the above details here or email me the details to me@grahampearson.com After that time the plain brass neck plates were once again used until the In fact, the majority of Charvel prepro guitars manufactured, used this style neck plate. For it.can anyone help with this. You heretics are ALL destined for the flames! Please confirm that the Charvel logo on the peghead is white and not black. The content of this field is kept private and will not be shown publicly. A pair of Jackson high-output humbucking pickups with ceramic magnets cranks out clear tone with plenty of girth, and I forget the model number. Probably a 92. address on the plates. Dimas Charvel guitars! Can anybody help? Im working on finding a tremolo bar and am in contact with the guy referenced above. Pro-Mod Style 1 and Style 2, and Pro- Mod DK24 guitars feature hand-rubbed urethane finishes. If you've ever seen an Original Floyd Rose trem you will quickly be able to tell this difference. , contribute to the serial number database, and offer your own experiences with the Surfcaster. The FIRST Charvel Guitar Serial Number 1001 & Evolution Of The Strat Video! Pro-Mod, the brands core line of hot-rodded guitars produced in Ensenada and utilising all body shapes, including the DK22 and DK24 series which are available in a wide range of custom colours and pickup configurations with premium hardware, and roasted maple necks on some models. plate similar to the original San Dimas era plates (chrome over black as opposed to gold Thx:)! Regards, No modifications. The Dimas Style 2 (2 hum rear loaded Tele body shape with Strat Head neck), and So-Cal Style 1 Thanks for sharing information with us :). Thanks in advance! Need new mid boost pick up set Bought my 91 Surfcaster brand new in a music shop in San Diego, CA in 1992. Yeah mine looks like this one currently posted in the Links section: I agree with Silversurfer. Guitar Finish High gloss nitrocellulose lacquer (Aged) Pickguard Black/Cream/Black; Truss Rod Cover Black/Cream/Black; . I love this guitar. Charvel proudly honors Duplantier with a distinctively elegant and ferocious signature model worthy of those musical pursuits. Anniversary" Charvel guitars were made and these were the first Charvels to feature a Keep up the good work. I love it. Eastwood makes many great retro style guitars and I would love to see them bring back the Surfcaster. I found this one here: Tom Brantley, formerly of Lindy Fralin fame, has swapped out the ceramic magnets for alnicos and rewired to vintage specs with a few extra wounds thrown in for some added bite. You just made my day! I'm after a bit of info on my Tele te custom Has your Surfcaster been modified in any way? There were no Surfcasters in the first series that were finished in gold sparkle. Posted by Michael s on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 04:05. Serial number is 375132. If this unit is on your guitar that would positively date it to 1987 or later. use the same style neck plate but have "Made in USA" (under the Charvel logo) I paid $500 for it. little resemblance to the originals and used a Thanks for the replies. : My Charvel/ Jackson has six digits, 213573. looks like the knobs, pickups and pots have all been changed since I last owned this. From the body contouring for maximum playing comfort to the tilt-back reverse headstock for improved string intonation and the dynamic DiMarzio Tone Zone bridge and DiMarzio Air Norton neck pickups, the Nova sets the bar high for contemporary guitar design. It has been repainted including the headstock. Wherever the date of purchase is known, I also include this with the serial number. Thanhks, Graham. 384522 Any ideas on the year? Many dings, truss rod cover missing but. The Chandler in the bridge position was replaced but Ive already located a replacement, new in box from back in the day. Any idea if it's just junk knockoff of old and of some value? Having a glance in this beautiful site im guessing its possibly 92-94, is it right? Ill browse the Jackson catalog scans and see if I come up with any relevant answers. The serial number of the Surfcaster he auctioned recently was 380538. Looking forward to hearing from fellow Surfcaster enthusiasts. Posted by Jeffery S Mccomas on Sun, 11/24/2019 - 00:28. 6 string red quilted top. Posted by Dave Koch on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 20:54. Jackson Custom Shop Bolt On Korean Charvel: CS10 and CS20: 1996: vintage style: s/s/s and s/s/h: Alder: Maple/RW----- Chinese Charvel The 1997 Charvel Japan Only Line - With Charvel Toothpaste Logos In 1997 ChuShin Gakki The manufacturing wing of Charvel Japan in combination with a the Japan music store Rock Inn made available this line of guitars. Comment viewing options 6 string tremolo, orange, black logo, 2 lipsticks, SN 374584, changed tone pot to 500k. over black) in 2005. 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? We are wanting to sell it but I don't want to ask to much or to little. I meant has not had. Hey Jamie: Can you provide details of your Surfcaster? Email Charvel Consumer Relations for more information on the year your USA or Custom Shop guitar was made. Posted by Jouni Heikkinen on Thu, 04/17/2003 - 16:39. like to know what year this is from serial is 000840, anyone that could help, i'd appreciate it. im looking for a surfcaster and i need your help By 1987 Mr. Floyd Rose licenced to other companies the ability to manufacture "copies or bridges similiar to " his Patented tremolo system. Im assuming it is fitted with a factory tremolo and the Charvel logo on the headstock is painted white. ive had one for a couple years after finding it in a pawn shop. Guitars. .original caseany ideas on a value?? As I remember, I was the first buyer for the model in the store. Thanks for posting the additional info, Jaime. Hes asking $700. Trans-Orange Bass. serial number engraved. Ill update my spreadsheet accordingly. These neck plates say "Charvel PO Box 245, San Dimas, Ca, 91773". Have plenty of pics. These neck plates were considerably thicker than the originals, and have the Oh, yeah! Certainly all the early Surfcasters registered on this site have 2 lipstick pickups. Please email pictures of your bass to donrownrocks@yahoo.com. These neck plates were typically black in color (a few chrome ones are known to exist) and Do not include any spaces in your answer. were import models. Any info bout this guitar would be appreciated. My email is me@grahampearson.com. check out the. was shutting down at this time) or if Jackson guitars increase in popularity, thanks to The first two number digits in the serial number identify the year the guitar was created. Did Charvel produce six digit serial number guitars? Email Surfcaster with pics and hell put them up. Any idea if its just junk knockoff of old and of some value? HI huys.I have a sunburst surfcaster, serial 370956.any idea on year?? 6-string or 12-string? Serial # 374377 Professional, detailed photos of every single guitar. Note that 6 string C hardtail, 6 string tremolo, or 12 string? Some Surfcaster owners mistakenly think their guitars were made at the Fuji-Gen Gakki factory. I purchased this because it played and sounded better than any comparably priced Fender in the store. I have a 6 digits too, I would like to know if it's a japanese one or a Korean one ? The bridge pickup (Humbucker) has no logo on the front, but a jackson sticker on the back. These plates have serial numbers starting at 6000 and Thanks for contributing to this site and please keep in touch. ), +1 on this, I'd love to know if 259909 fits into any logical sequence. Is the back of the body a mahogany color or the same color as the front? Loving having something different from the norm. Just picked up a Sea Foam Green 6-string with vibrola from Strum Guitars in Portland, OR. Serial is 9629717. Serial number 37436x. on the normal production EVH ART Series Charvel mine is a te custom w/ 378561 Current Location: Kansas City, MO To me it's worth thousands. Also all of the 86's had Kahler trems except the Model 1's and 7's. Need to replace tuning keys without altering the dimensions of the tuning holes, any suggestions? designation. Posted by daniel on Sat, 11/20/2004 - 02:12. There was no case with it but I already had a shaped silver Charvel case which I bought second hand because I liked it. Lorenzo. I recently acquired a black 12 string Surfcaster with original case. Crime licence Floyd rose by jackson. 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 . The 5 digit I can understand this reluctance for a guitar like the Fender Stratocaster that can be knocked off by some far-east cheapo shop and sold by the hundreds to unsuspecting western white boys. -Rick matt86 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 12 Tweet #4 04-27-2009, 10:58 AM Thanks! I own this two charvel guitars, these are the serial numbers, 346622 and . But there are good deals to be had I got my 94 Surfcaster HT, Sea Foam Green for a $725.00, with orig. No (reasonable) doubt thats right, he sent me some photos. In addition to the serial number, the Charvel logo and the San Dimas address 3. Chrome colored neck plate having the Charvel logo I absolutely loved the sounds I could get from it and from looking at other pictures I know that its an original but the build quality is really poor on my model. important. Currently resides in Utah, USA, hi Graham, However, not all locations are equipped to handle every type of service issue, so we recommend that you call ahead and verify that the service center can address your specific repair needs. Posted by Tong on Sun, 09/23/2018 - 10:18. One of the best made, best finished guitars I have owned. serial = 371337. Great thread + site! 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. 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