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Thank you for taking the time to visit Blues Angel Music's Reverb store! Blues Angel Music, est. in 1997 in Pensacola, Florida, has been named by NAMM (National Association of Music Merchants) as one of the "TOP 100" music stores in the USA since 2011!!! Your satisfaction is our #1 objective! 
Today, we're very pleased to offer this Vintage Early '80s Kramer Vanguard Special Electric Guitar! This extremely rare aluminum/wood neck Flying V-style guitar was first introduced in 1981. The neck plate (which had the serial number stamped in it) is missing, so it's unclear exactly what year it was manufactured. This model, however, was discontinued by 1984, so we can safely say it's from the early '80s. It shows normal cosmetic wear one would expect with a vintage instrument, but is in overall good condition. This guitar is solid as a rock and delivers sustain that has to be heard to be believed!!! Looks, plays and sounds great! Due to its scarcity (not to mention cool factor!), this one won't last long. Make it yours today! We ask that you observe its pictures closely and invite you to contact us with any questions you may have. 
Body The body shows noticeable finish checking due to age. Heavier checking can be seen near the neck plate area, but there are no cracks in the wood itself. Again, the neck plate is missing (as is the back plate). Normal scratches and dings can also be seen. There is a drill hole between the wings where the the strap button was originally placed. In overall good condition and aesthetically pleasing! 
Neck The neck (with ebony fingerboard) is straight as an arrow and jumbo frets show no wear, as our own Master Luthiers just did a complete re-fret! The fingerboard was also starting to separate from the neck and was professionally reset by our expert repairmen. Plays and feels great! The aluminum on the back of the neck shows some wear and a has a two-inch section in the middle where some indentations in the metal can be felt. 
Pickups The humbucker is unmarked, so we couldn't determine the manufacturer. What we can tell you is that it sounds fantastic (not to mention loud!) with thick, crunchy distortion!
Hardware All hardware is in great shape with light, normal wear. The original strap buttons have been replaced with black Schaller strap locks. 
Dimensions/Weight Scale Length: 24.75" Nut Width: 1.562" Weight: 10.2 lbs
Case This guitar does not come standard with a case/gig bag, but we have a large selection available for purchase if one is desired.
ALL of our guitars at Blues Angel Music are professionally detailed, setup and restrung by our very own Master Luthiers! We want your guitar to arrive in the best condition possible and ready to play! 

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Listed12 years ago
ConditionGood (Used)
Good condition items function properly but may exhibit some wear and tear.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • Vanguard Special
Finish
  • Cream
Categories
Year
  • Early '80s
Made In
  • United States
Body Type
  • Solid Body

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Blues Angel Music

Pensacola, FL, United States
Joined Reverb:2014

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