Serial info here also pertains to Godin's spin-off brands: Seagull, Norman, Simon & Patrick, Art & Luther and LaPatrie.There are three distinct periods in Godin's serial numbering:Pre-1993: The serial will be six or seven digits. Instruments with serial numbers that have 4 characters are from the 1970s and early 1980s. 8 digits stamped on back of headstock. Boss serial numbers are either 4 numbers, 6 numbers, or 6/7 characters with 2 letters and the rest numbers. Our current used guitars3. 5-digit serials are the same, you just disregard the fifth digit. Hi David, after looking at the pictures you sent and speaking with some people who really know Hamer guitars in the Hamer guitar forum, I can say for sure your Hamer was not made in the USA. labels were lost and re-used in 1965. Sorry, who is the manufacturer? Only your authorized Washburn dealer can provide you with the status of your order. Some will have letters also before the # like RR for Randy Rhoads, or PCS for players choice series, and all archtops will start with JA and then the 4 digits. The last number is an internal code (could be D, R, U, or Y.) However, I did find it worked with some late '80s serials. Currently, Duncan USM pickups are available in two voices, the HB-103 and HB-102. Early Gibson models can be identified by either a Factory Order Number (FON) or a serial number. Do not expose the instrument to a rapid temperature change, as this may cause the finish and wood to crack. The EB database claims it only covers guitars and basses from the 90s onward. If it lacks one, it was likely either refinished or stolen and altered. A: I have helped people in the past but I've found most times the info was out there with some quick Google searching, so please do your own research. Jan 05, 2019 Washburn has used many serial number formats over the years, ranging from 4-12 characters long. Number right after the letter is last digit of year. Its an extremely aggressive pickup with powerful coil windings and ceramic magnets, but it will maintain string-to-string clarity even under the punishing picking assault heavy music players subject their guitars to gig after gig. You can narrowit down by the numbers that come after the prefix, which are sequential production numbers. Much of the research online is centered around whether the Kramer in question was made in the USA, mostly because those are of much higher quality and worth some real money. Some other resources: a serial number database that may help you date your Steinberger: http://www.headless-europe.eu/Files/List_confirmed.htm. Instruments with serial numbers that have 4 characters are from the 1970s and early 1980s. Please contact a Washburn dealer for availability. The letter (2nd position) is an internal code. In Sept. 2016, the metal plate was replaced with a waterslide decal. Martin Mandolins from before 1991 use a different sequence than guitars (see Martin website). You must remove neck to accurately date those.76 + 5 digits 1976S6 + 5 digits 1976S7 + 5 digits = 1977-1978S8 + 5 digits = 1977-1978S9 + 5 digits = 1978-1981E0 + 5 digits = 1979-1981E1 + 5 digits = 1980-1982E2 + 5 digits = 1982-1983E3 + 5 digits = 1982-1984E4 + 5 digits = 1984-1985, 1987-1988E8 + 5 digits = 1988-1989E9 + 5 digits = 1989-1990N9 + 5 digits = 1990N0 + 5 digits = 1990-1991N1 + 5 or 6 digits = 1991-1992N2 + 5 or 6 digits = 1992-1993N3 + 5 or 6 digits = 1993-1994N4 + 5 or 6 digits = 1994-1995N5 + 5 or 6 digits = 1995-1996N6 + 5 or 6 digits = 1996-1997N7 + 5 or 6 digits = 1997-1998N8 + 5 or 6 digits = 1998-1999N9 + 5 or 6 digits = 1999-2000(Note: "Z" may be replaced by "DZ" for US Deluxe Series)Z0 + 5 or 6 digits 2000 - 2001Z1 + 5 or 6 digits 2001 - 2002Z2 + 5 or 6 digits 2002 - 2003Z3 + 5 or 6 digits 2003 - 2004Z4 + 5 or 6 digits 2004 - 2005Z5 + 5 or 6 digits 2005 - 2006Z6 + 5 or 6 digits 2006 - 2007Z7 + 5 or 6 digits 2007 - 2008Z8 + 5 or 6 digits 2008 - 2009Z9 + 5 or 6 digits 2009 - 2010US10 + 6 digits .. 2010US11 + 6 digits .. 2011US12 + 6 digits .. 2012US13 + 6 digits .. 2013US14 + 6 digits .. 2014US15 + 6 digits .. 2015US16 + 6 digits .. 2016Made in Japan Serials (usually appears on back of neck near neck joint)JV + 5 digits .. 1982 - 1984SQ + 5 digits .. 1983 - 1984E + 6 digits .. 1984 - 1987A + 6 digits 1985 - 1986B + 6 digits 1985 - 1986C + 6 digits 1985 - 1986F + 6 digits .1986 - 1987G + 6 digits 1987 - 1988H + 6 digits.1988 - 1989I + 6 digits1989 - 1990J + 6 digits 1989 - 1990K + 6 digits 1990 - 1991L + 6 digits 1991 - 1992M + 6 digits 1992 - 1993N + 6 Digits 1993 - 1994O + 6 Digits 1994 - 1995 P + 6 digits 1995 - 1996Q + 6 digits 1993 - 1994S + 6 digits 1994 - 1995T + 6 digits 1994 - 1995U + 6 digits 1995 - 1996N + 5 digits 1995 - 1996V + 6 digits 1996 - 1997Crafted in Japan Serials (usually back of neck)A + 6 digits 1997 - 1998O + 6 digits 1997 - 2000P + 6 digits 1999 - 2002Q + 6 digits 2002 - 2004R + 6 digits 2004 - 2005S + 6 digits 2006 - 2008T + 6 digits 2007 - 20082007 was another transitional year for Japanese-made Fender instruments, with the return to the Made in Japan country-of-origin identifier on the serial number decal. Instruments with serial numbers that have 5 or more characters are from the late 1980s-2000s. Guitar Serial Number Lookup. Here's some confusion for you. And a graphic illustration that gives a serial number production timeline: http://www.headless-europe.eu/Files/Steinberger_serial_poster.pdf. (If you don't want your brain to hurt, I suggest stopping right here, otherwise read the following paragraph for more detail. 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. Please contact the Washburn distributor for your region for all warranty requests. For example, if the serial number is 240000, maybe, it's either a 1982 or 1992 guitar model. The system uses running model numbers rather than a dedicated code for year, month, and place of manufacture.F300000 = late 2009 used on LP Std'59/Std'60/Tribute modelsContinued around F310650~F311050 in spring 2012 on Tribute-Plus modelsContinued around F305000 in 2011Continued around F310000 in 2012Continued around F317000 in 2013Continued around F324000 in 2014Continued around F330000 in 2015 ---------------------------------Epiphone Japan Serial Numbers1998 - CurrentThe Yamano Gakki Epiphone Japan serial numbers from 1998 onwards are in a YMMPPP format.Y = Year of manufactureMM = Month of manufacturePPP = Production numberThe serial number letters used by the Terada and Fuji-Gen guitar factories are:J = TeradaT = Terada,F = Fuji-GenNo Letter = Fuji-GenExample: J902123 = Terada / 1999 / February / unit 123Example: T902123 = Terada / 1999 / February / unit 123Example: F902123 = Fuji-Gen / 1999 / February / unit 123Example: 902123 = Fuji-Gen / 1999 / February / unit 1231987 - 1997For Yamano Gakki Epiphone Japan semi acoustic models from 1987 to approximately 1997, the serial numbers are in a YCPPP format.They were made by Terada and usually have an Orange Epiphone label.Y = Year of manufactureC = Model codePPP = Production numberModel Codes (C)1 = NVJ2 = EMPEROR3 = RIVIERA4 = SHERATON5 = CASINO6 = Limited Edition7 = EB-28 = ES-930J9 = EMPEROR-JExample: 34123 = 1993 / SHERATON / unit 123Example: 38123 = 1993 / ES-930J / unit 1231971 - 1987The Aria Epiphone Japan models that were made by Matsumoku from the early 1970s and ending before 1987 do not have a reliable serial numbering system but can be approximately dated using their Epiphone label colors.1971-1975 - Blue label - Early models say "Union Made"1976-1979 - Tan or white "Lincolnwood" label with Norlin logo1980-1987 - Brown Label with splotched pattern, Ernie Ball Music Man (Back to top of page). I did read in an online forum that the company keeps a record of their instruments. They were produced between 1967 and 1974 by a small company in the United States that was started by Ralph Jones in Frederick, Maryland. They follow a sequential numbering system outlined in the table below:Year / Serial Number Sequence1966 0398-39511967 3952-74331968 7434-108441969 10645-123311970 12332-134921971 13493-151211972 15122-180581973 18059-237451974 23746-361501975 36151-381041976 38105-39943 (SG-175, SX-125)1001-1390 (SG1000)1001-1126 (SG2000)1977 001391-002365 (SG1000)001251-002610 (SG2000)001001-001270 (BB1200)001271-001320 (BB2000)1978 002366-003110 (SG1000)002611-003760 (SG2000)001321-002965 (BB1200)002001-002380 (BB2000)1979 003111-004445 (SG1000)003761-005088 (SG2000)002966-004000 (BB1200)002381-002920 (BB2000)1980 (through July) 004446-005329 (SG1000)005081-005375 (SG2000)1980 (through December) 013001-0242151981 025410-0596181982 059620-0966391983 096640-1268451984 (through July) 126846-146196 Electrics and basses after 1984 The system becomes increasingly complex. Serial number in this era will appear on the jackplate or on the bridge. In some cases I've merged info from 3 or 4 different sources to try andgive a more complete picture. You might see one letter like J or U and then the 4 digits also. 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. The serial number format is now: "CLFYYMMnnn", where YY=last two digits of year, MM=two digit month.The G&L Tribute models have a different serial numbering scheme. This is the most common format seen.7 Digit Neck Thru Stamped On Fret Board11xxxxx-12xxxxx 2011-2012 Date CodedSeen on early Indian SLX models. Later, Korean, Indonesian and Chinese serial numbers are different and are probably worthless for dating an instrument. How often should I change strings? For instruments produced after 2010, usually the first 4 digits can indicate the year of manufacture. Anything newer than that will be Korean made. To see how cookies are used, please review our. For a list of our international distributors, see our dealer locator. A proof of purchase is required for all Warranty service. After 1967, it's reversed, so the the first digit represents the year. Washburn guitar serial numbers are located on the back of the headstock on electric guitars and in the sound hole on acoustic guitars. There are no records or references of this early era of Washburn for our customer support staff. we'll see. When you touch the strings or bridge on an electric guitar, your body acts as the ground and the circuit will be quieter. On 4-digit serials, you ignore the 3rd digit, while the fourth digit tells the year. We cannot identify or appraise instruments of this early era. Are standard Washburn models available with custom options? It seems they've never been particularly good or consistent when it comes to serial numbers. You will find a four-digit serial number on the neck plate, but it may not be able to help date the instrument. The serial on these guitars can't be used directly to find the year. Other models produced by Micro-Frets include the Thundermaster Bass, Voyager, Golden Melody, Calibra I and II, Wanderer, Spacetone, Husky Bass, Swinger, Golden Comet, Rendezvous Bass, Stage II bass and guitar, Signature bass and guitar. Also California Series serials (1997-1998) use an "AMXN" prefix followed by 6 digits, and were jointly made by Fender USA/Mexico.Made in Korea Serials (may or may not have letter prefix. Serial 0 1470 is a 1980 built guitar and the 1470th built. )1993 to 2007: It should be an 8-digit serial. And one thing to keep in mind is neck plates that say Neptune, NJ, do not always indicate a USA Kramer. Second, starting in 1970, "Made in USA" is stamped on the back of the headstock below the serial. Starting in early 2011 all G&L serials should be in sequence with the serial located on a metal plate on the back of the headstock. (See our Fender Serial Number Lookup model abbreviation list to decode info on your guitar.) Pot codes may also point you to a general date range, but don't expect them to always be accurate. 1982 began with #1096, '83 with #1725, '84 with #2939, '85 with #4262, and '86 with #5304. )Now stay with me--this is confusing. First, start by going to Fender's Serial Number Lookup page. Can I send my guitar to Washburn for maintenance, repair, or upgrades? A guide for the string gauges we use at the factory is below: I need general maintenance on my guitar. Please note that they cannot identify a part by the guitar model, just the style/measurement of the part you are looking for. The third letter is an internal code for Japan. .began to produce Washburn-branded instruments, generally identifiable by an "SI . Buffalo Grove, IL 60089. Where do I get it fixed? )1961-75 (basic)100-9999 1961 - 1963 100000-199999 1963 - 1967200000-290000 1964 - 1965300000-599999 1965 - 1969600000-999999 1966 - 1969000001-099999 1967 1961-75 (detailed)Year / Approx Serial Range1961 100-424401962 42441-611801963 61450-642201964 64240-705001962 71180-966001963 96601-999991967 000001-0080101967 010000-0429001967 044000-0441001967 050000-0544001967 055000-0639991967 064000-0660101967 0670000-0709101967 090000-0999991963, 1967 100000-1060991963 106100-1089001963, 1967 1090000-1099991963 110000-1115491963, 1967 111550-1157991963 115800-1182991963, 1967 118300-1209991963 121000-1399991963, 1967 140000-1401001963 140101-1443041964 144305-1443801963 144381-1450001963 147009-1498641964 149865-1498911963 149892-1529891964 152990-1742221964, 1965 174223-1766431964 176644-1999991964 200000-2503351965 250336-2910001965 301755-3021001965 302754-3059831965, 1967 306000-3061001965, 1967 307000-3079851965, 1967 309848-3109991965 311000-3201491967 320150-3206991965 320700-3211001965 322000-3266001965 328000-3285001965 328700-3291791965, 1967 329180-3301991965, 1967-68 330200-3322401965 332241-3270901965 348000-3480921966 348093-3491001965 349121-3686381966 368640-3698901967 370000-3709991966 380000-3853091967 390000-3909981965-68 400001-4009991966 401000-4079851966 408000-4086901966 408800-4092501966 420000-4260901966 427000-4291801966 430005-4385301966 438800-4389251965-66,68-69 500000-5009991965 501010-5016001968 501601-5017021965, 1968 501703-5027061968 503010-5031101965, 1968 503405-5209551968 520956-5300561966, 1968-69 530061-5308501968-69 530851-5309931969 530994-5399991966, 1969 540000-5407951969 540796-5450091966 550000-5569101969 558012-5674001966 570099-5707551969 580000-5809991966-69 600000-6009991969 601000-6010901969 605901-6060901966-67 700000-7007991968-69 750000-7509991966-69 800000-8009991966, 1969 801000-8128381969 812900-8149991969 817000-8199991966, 1969 820000-8200871966 820088-8238301969 824000-8249991966, 1969 828002-8474881966 847499-8589991967 859001-8800891967 893401-8950381968 895039-8969991967 897000-8989991968 899000-8999991968 900000-9022501968 903000-9208991968 940000-9410091968 942001-9430001968 945000-9454501968 947415-9560001968 959000-9609091968 970000-9728641970 - 1975This period remains confusing and serial numbers from the 60s and 70s may repeat. Third and fourth are production week. Washburn guitar serial numbers are located on the back of the headstock on electric guitars and in the sound hole on acoustic guitars. In 1957 one thousand serial no. Serials are usually found inside the body near the neck joint. These serial numbers were stamped in black ink (yellow ink was used for dark/black finishes) on the back of the headstock. This plate was tacked to the back of theheadstock. Hopefully, some of you guys are serial with these guitars. The final four numbers are the unit number; 0013 (13).Made in Korea and Made in China, 2003-:Letter-letter-letter-####-letter, like so: QKJ0011Y.The first two letters are the year; QK=04 (see chart.) Most technicians capable of performing repair work have easy access to them, via a variety of instrument parts dealers/suppliers. Also, the www.musicmanbass.global website gives some sample serials of Sterling as well as SUB 4 instruments. Gretsch (Back to top of page)1939 - 1965001 to 999 Pre-war10xx to 20xx Approximately 1945-194720xx-30xx Approximately 1948-194930xx to 40xx Approximately 195040xx to 50xx Approximately 195150xx to 70xx Approximately 195270xx to 90xx 195390xx to 130xx 1954130xx to 180xx 1955180xx to 210xx 1956210xx to 260xx 1957 Note: 1000 serial numbers from 1957 were misplaced and later turned up, with original '57-style labels, in 1965.260xx to 300xx 1958300xx to 340xx 1959340xx to 390xx 1960390xx to 450xx 1961451xx to 530xx 1962530xx to 630xx 1963630xx to 770xx 1964770xx to 840xx 1965. Those are some of the basics. This prefix may be appear to the left of the actual serial all by itself. 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. A: I own a used guitar website called StillKickinMusic.com. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. 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. The first digit indicates the last digit of the year it was built, with the final numbers indicating sequentially the order of production. 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. The year of manufacture can be deduced from the first few numerical characters in the serial number. Well, emailed Washburn to see if can use the serial number to see if at least a number that belongs to an N2. Can you plese help. Reverend is the brand made famous by owner Joe Naylor. The label in the f-hole has the model number but no serial number, which seems odd, but while looking around I've found other examples of Washburn guitars without a serial number on the label. Washburn Acoustic Guitar Serial Numbers. So the serial number "02112777" would indicate a guitar produced the 2nd day of November in 1982 OR 1992 and was the 777th guitar off the production line. Those are some of the basics. 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. "09" is 2009, etc. They also introduced a series of "B" prefixed six-digit serials (e.g., "B027xxx"), which are not to be confused with the earlier Music Man "B" serials. It does not require a pre-amp or batteries. Either the first 2 digits, or the first digit, are typically used to identify the year of manufacture. Most all serials used numbers, except for Johnny Ramone's white Sunburst, which had characters in place of numbers, and possibly a few other artist series guitars such as Rick Nielsen's Beatles guitar,and the first "sunburst" prototypes. You may be able to click on the model number to obtain full product specs as well. Where can I obtain warranty service? Most guitar shops also have technicians on hand that are more than capable of general instrument set-up/maintenance. The first inspector was Naylor himself so if your instrument has the initials "JFN" you probably have an early Reverend and it may be worth a bit more.Other initials you'll see are SDS (Scott Schaffer) and ZSG (Zack Green). Hamer (Back to top of page)The Hamerfanclub website is a great resource that includes info on all the models ever produced. Instrument learning materials are also available where instruments are sold, and cover more care and maintenance details in depth. Ibanez (Back to top of page) (non Acoustic)Japanese Ibanez Serial Numbers1997 and after (CE logo designation)F = FujiGenYYXXXXX formatYY = year (98=1998)XXXXX = production number1987-1997F = FujiGenH = TeradaI = Ida Gakki (Iida)YXXXXX formatY = year (2=1992)XXXXX = production number1975-1986MYYXXXX formatM = Month (A = January to L = December)YY = year (82=1982)XXXX = production numberMost Ibanez models with this serial number format were made by FujiGen Gakki. Instruments with serial numbers that have 5 characters or less are typically from the 1980s. Some models are produced in a left-handed configuration. I broke my neck. The last five digits are the production number of that model since the switch to the 12-digit serial format.Some other pieces of info:-- Some serials may contain an "AA" or "AAA" and likely represents a grade of wood.-- If there is an "F" in the serial number, it signifies the guitar is B-stock.-- Norman models built between 1980 and 1988 have a serial with a B prefix.-- Pre-1993 serials should be stamped on the sound hole label (acoustics), while post-1993 serials should be engraved behind the headstock. Valco also made instruments for Sears (Silvertone), Montgomery Wards (Airline), Gretsch, Oahu and others. Fender is notorious for being a little tricky. If dimension measurements are required, we recommend measuring the instrument. Please note, that most imperfections or problems attributed to the manufacture of your instrument will generally occur or become apparent early on. The first two digits, 15, are the day of the month, and the final three digits, 044, are the number off the production line for that day.Electrics/BassNow, for electrics, archtops and basses, from 1966-1984 (SG, SX and BB series), you can throw all that out the window. Great! It's the best resource we've seen. Most sources, including Yamaha, say there are other serials not covered here and some Yamahas that follow no system. As far as I can determine, early Washburn serial numbers were pretty haphazard and never gave any indication of date of manufacture. Attn: Guitar Trash or Treasure. (if your serial begins with a "B," try entering just the number portion. We cannot guarantee that we are able to date your instrument. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. How can I date/identify my Washburn instrument? I don't claim to bea serial number guru. Yikes! So "08" indicates 2008. Web. Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh. How can I get one? Current models proudly feature DAddario strings. Early 90s instruments usually had the serial number imprinted on the bridge plate in front of the saddles, or on some nearer to the rear of the plate behind the saddles. (Note:Read the detailed table carefully. The final three numbers are the unit number; 101.Made in Japan, 1994-1997:#-letter-letter-###. Cracking and warping caused by dryness and excessive temperature exposure is not covered under warranty. 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. Washburn cannot provide specific dimension measurements on older instruments. How can I get a catalog? So 1204 represents a 1964 guitar made in the 12th week of the year. On the positive side, the early Korean Hamers are some of the best that were made according to the Hamer experts. The one on the neck is supposedly a good ballpark of the guitar's manufacture date, but due to the nature of G&L assembly it is not necessarily an exact science. Can you fix it or sell me a new neck? 1974 10109 to 10146 1975 20147 to 20315 1976 30316 to []450 1977 451 to 900 1978 901 to 1300 1979 1301 to 1400 1980 1401 to 1670 1981 1671 to 1951 1982 1952 to 2445 1983 2446 to 3206 1984 3207 to 3888 1985 3889 to 4778 1986 4779 to 5981 1987 5982 to 7831 1988 7832 to 10070 1989 10071 to 12497 1990 12498 to 15249 1991 15250 to 17953 1992 930104001 to 931221124 1993 940104001 to 941220130 1994 950103001 to 951219136 1995 960102001 to 961219140 1996 970106001 to 971219144 1997 980105101 to 981218144 1998 990104101 to 991220148 1999 20000103101 to 20001221160 200010-Digit Serial NumbersThe current 10-digit serial numbering format that started in November of 2009 identifies where the guitar was built, the start date, and the assigned number of the guitar on that day's production schedule. 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