About G&L. Born from his CLF Research company founded in 1966, Clarence Leo Fender began the final chapter of his legendary career when he launched the G&L brand and instruments in 1980. Ill browse the Jackson catalog scans and see if I come up with any relevant answers. Thanks for posting details of your 12-string black Surfcaster. That is awesome, good buy for 170 I'd say. I have a Charvel seafoam green surfcaster with the serial number 375332 made in Japan. loaded Strat body shape with Strat Head neck), San Now Im putting it back close to stock from when I originally bought it. I folks, Im a newbie here and have just bought my first Surfcaster as seen here: Working conditions. I assumed it was original. Original lipstick pups, electrics and pots all untouched, but some pocket cracks By 1987 Mr. Floyd Rose licenced to other companies the ability to manufacture "copies or bridges similiar to " his Patented tremolo system. The one I have looks exactly like the blue one on the right. : My Charvel/ Jackson has six digits, 213573. 6 string tremolo, seafoam green, white logo, 2 lipsticks, SN 380333. First Owner, bought new in shop at 08.28.1995. 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. Heres a link to a table of over 200 Surfcaster Serial Numbers: Your email address will not be published. Chrome colored neck plate with the Charvel logo Posted by Billy C on Mon, 09/01/2003 - 11:31. I suspect the pickups and electronics in the 12-string are identical to the 6-string. Country of Origin: Korea. Enjoy your 12-string. James, if the back of the body of your Surfcaster has a mahogany finish and it has 2 lipstick pickups, this was known as an orange figured-top model. It has two lipstick pickups. Could you please send us a link to your guitar image so that we can add it to the database? Six digits on a beautiful Fort Worth, Texas nameplate. CikMick: I didnt see an email for Surfcaster (?). Japanese Charvel | The Resource for Charvel Japanese Serial Numbers . It is totally stock with no alterations. Since then Ive been offered ridiculous amounts to sell it but always refused. Posted by K-mac on Mon, 02/11/2019 - 01:03. i will keep in touch ! Start by downloading the Charvel Custom Select Order Form and designing your custom build from the options available. The DMV finish color fits that timeline, as it was only available toward the end of Charvels Surfcaster run. little resemblance to the originals and used a Welcome to the forum. It will be making its debut at this years tribute show at Egans Ballard Jamhouse June 22, 2013. and then cleared (lacquered). Posted by Katina on Tue, 10/17/2017 - 00:14. If interested in music and guitars, then you are in the right place and will learn a lot. 6. In fact, the neck plate used on these guitars is the Black Surfcaster 12-string Im afraid Im not much help. CHILE, Just has CHARVEL by jackson/charvelit looks older. Serial numbers from 70' and 80's era Epiphone guitars made in Japan . Copyright 1999 - 2023 , All Rights Reserved. Thx:)! glad to see somebodys made a site for these guitars. Mod em up, and post them on here so we can see! The serial number of the Surfcaster he auctioned recently was 380538. Bought in the UK. So how about if we post ALL last known prices, no matter how low? What year was it made or something about the build. 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. Only serial number I found was 69.1021 Is it a 6-string or a 12-string? Tremelo. Obviously you would need more info than this if you weren't sure whether your guitar started life as a 5 or a 6! *Single Line Klusons I learned refers to the name stamping style not the in line 12 sting tuners one sometimes sees dont worry no new holes were drilled. Thanks. ?two lipstick pickups ,tone boost and tremolo. Explore some of our latest models. Body color = red, front and back Dont feel bad, SS. Sorry Im typing on my phone. s/n: 018852 address. Wow: Thats exactly like my number 1. Hi, my Charvel/Jackson has the backwards headstock with a single/humbucker config. 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. briefly in 2002 - 2003 and was cast to resemble the original "serialized" 3D There was no case with it but I already had a shaped silver Charvel case which I bought second hand because I liked it. These plates were phased out when Jackson introduced a new 3D (raised lettering) Picked her up for 650 CAD plus shipping for the record, so not too inflated at all. Note most Eastwood makes many great retro style guitars and I would love to see them bring back the Surfcaster. These plates were polished only on the exposed side 2000+ American Deluxe Series, Corona USA. It must be some other neckplate. Theres a black bass in Germany S/N 379004 that was purchased in 1994 and a 6-string sea-foam C tail in the UK S/N 383321 that was purchased in 1994. These neck plates were considerably thicker than the originals, and have the same as those found on regular production Charvel guitars and have the Charvel logo Box How can I find out what it is worth$?. Posted by telekev on Sat, 09/18/2004 - 11:27. Otherwise, strings should be changed when they are no longer giving you the tone, brightness and response that you desire. The serial numbers from that period (along with the neckplates that are found on almost all surfcasters) were spread out over all bolt-on models made in Japan. pseudo shaped Strat headstock shape similar to the Jackson Phil Colleen signature model. list ? It has no tremolo and the color is kind of candy red. Probably a good deal although Im not sure what its really worth. Posted by Nilson on Fri, 08/12/2016 - 16:05. Please give us more details about your 2 Surfcasters. Posted by Spa Guitar Tech on Mon, 01/11/2021 - 18:51. Im probably being paranoid, but I was always under the impression that if you buy a guitar second hand, you shouldnt disclose serial numbers with pics. I would like to know the model and year of it. Gina, Hi: Heres one for the database: Serial Number 385871. THe most insightful estimate Ive heard is: Not many.. Please let me know of any errors in this description. Each model was Still has its little Made in Japan sticker, in fact the clear sticky film was still on the truss rod cover too ! 6 string tremolo, orange, black logo, 2 lipsticks, SN 374584, changed tone pot to 500k. Pro-Mod Style 1 and Style 2, and Pro- Mod DK24 guitars feature hand-rubbed urethane finishes. Post pictures of your Surfcasters, contribute to the serial number database, and offer your own experiences with the Surfcaster. indicating the year of manufacture. From the serial number, I would guess it was made in 1993 or 1994. How about some additional details about your Surfcaster? And play it and my 1976 Les Paul custom often. I forget the model number. Also, heres a URL for a scan of the 92 Charvel-Jackson catalog, including pages for the Surfcaster. the serial number engraved in them. Sunburst 12?!? Moderately interesting story I recently re-acquired my 95 Surfcaster (Sea Foam, Hard tail, lipstick/humbuck). which had no markings. Posted by Lisa Angelo on Fri, 05/17/2019 - 04:46. Charvel proudly honors Duplantier with a distinctively elegant and ferocious signature model worthy of those musical pursuits. It was really the first nice guitar I ever owned. Please contact me at me@grahampearson.com if you wish to provide any updates to this table. You heretics are ALL destined for the flames! charvel logo is black Personal playing preference will dictate the ideal/exact measurement for each player depending on musical style, playing dynamics and other factors. neck plates with San Dimas, CA address introduced in June 2008 on the U.S.A. Production Charvette. ref; serial number 377608 S.n. In reality in good shape it's probably worth 5-600.00. Use a capo to press the strings to the fingerboard at the first fret while using a finger to press the low E string to the fingerboard at the fret at the neck/body joint. David, is that the original neck plate? At the height of the companys success, Jackson sold Charvel to a Japanese manufacturer in 1989, and Fender purchased Charvel in 2002. Im really happy to have this back in my herd. Here is a link to photos of my Surfcaster, as well as the Yahoo Japan auction of another one like it. :D, Rob here again heres the new (to me) Surfcaster in action http://youtu.be/VuvObXkjGZY. Posted by giulio riccelli on Mon, 02/09/2004 - 05:34. In short, they make Jackson Guitars in the United States, Japan, Mexico, Indonesia, and China. Although Charvel does not sell replacement parts directly, a selection of parts for current and some older models (depending on the year) can be ordered from your local Charvel Authorized Dealer or Charvel Authorized Service Center. 3853XX). Thanks. Measure the space with a feeler gauge at the 8th fret. If this is your first visit, be sure to Thanks. The new line consisted of three. Please add my serial # and details to your registry. The only thing I dont like about it is the hardtail C has EXTREMELY SHARP edges; I honestly dont think its safe to play without my forearm being cut up by the end of the night. what is this thing!!! Is the back of the body a mahogany color or is it the same color as the front? I also have two basses that are in the shop right now. Current Location: Zurich Switzerland. Anybody know the specs on this guitar like nut width or the direct replacements for the hardware. It sounds authentic, and the serial number is appropriate. Hi Reddit. Charvel logo color (black or white) It is orange (woodgrain) serial no. Great thread + site! Typically, Surfies with a star-glow body finish have a white logo and those with a cherry-burst body finish have a black logo. It is a 7 digit serial. Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 14857 Tweet #4 08-08-2006, 02:31 PM Many dings, truss rod cover missing but. serial = 371337. Graham I am sending in my details now for my Surf 12-string. JohnO: So far with as much info as youve posted, it seems like a legit Surfy- and if you can nab it for $700ish, youll be getting quite a deal. (i.e. These are more valueable than the second batch of Surfcasters that have a Jackson signature on a more plain-shaped headstock. If youre curious enough, you could also check the neck pocket for a birth-date to confirm the serial# timeframe. : Did Charvel produce six digit serial number guitars? It definitely does not look the same with the crooked numbers on the neckplate. (2 hum, front loaded Strat body shape with Strat Head neck with pickguard). Japanese Import Charvel Models charvel japan and charvel japanese serial numbers start at 220000. I got my 92 Surfcaster, a Star-glo w/trem for $685 (Serial No. Need to replace tuning keys without altering the dimensions of the tuning holes, any suggestions? Hello, Ill add it somewhere appropriate here on the site. The serial number was stamped into a small raised Lipstick PU w/Coil tap on bridge .original caseany ideas on a value?? Please contact your local Charvel Authorized Dealer for more information on the availability of our products. Note most of these plates had the Ontario, CA address lettering painted black NOT gold. Wherever the date of purchase is known, I also include this with the serial number. : My Charvel/ Jackson has six digits 239578. They have 10 days left and are 75% done with their funding. Its even that same color. Thank you for posting photos and a description of your Surfcaster. Where are Jackson Guitars made? 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? Hi, I have a Black 12 String Surfcaster in England. The other serial number is 387569 and, like yours, it was made towards the end of production of the first edition Surfcasters. Hey John O: I re-ordered the strings on my star-glo 12 to the Ricky style! Its still in excellent condition and played regularly as a refreshing alternative to mainstream models. I think there might be a few outliers, but Ive owned more than 30 over the years and all of them made sense and were appropriately sequential. Williams began playing guitar at age 13, when his parents-assuming it was only a phase-got him an inexpensive Squier beginner . No one is really sure that there IS any rhyme or reason to the sequencing of Surfcaster serial numbers. These chrome colored neck plates have the Charvel I need two (one of each side) of the long Gotoh vintage tuners that were used on these 12ers. : Posted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/08/2017 - 01:09. Like to know when and where it was made and it's $ value .any info much appreciated. 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 far as I know the 6 digit #'s were used on Japanese imports even though the neck plate says Fort Worth, Texas. I have the single lipstick in the neck and humbucker in bridge no tremolo. Is that a real surfcaster? Question now is just: in which year do they move to India? 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