PREMIER E-781 1965 - Woodgrain RARE by Sorkin NYC SCROLL

1965 Premier “Scroll” Model E-781 by Multi-Vox

 With  Museum Provenance

The International Guitar Museum presents an exceptional opportunity: a 1965 Premier “Scroll” Model E-781 from the Richard Davis Collection—an instrument that sits at the intersection of design, history, and serious collector demand.

Opportunities like this are becoming increasingly scarce.

Premier, under Peter Sorkin, was not following trends—it was setting them. From its “Made in Manhattan” roots to its bold expansion into guitar manufacturing, Multi-Vox / Premier defined an era of American innovation. By the mid-1960s, that innovation reached its peak in the Scroll series—arguably one of the most visually striking and unconventional electric guitar designs ever produced.

This guitar comes from the short-lived 1964–65 hybrid production window—a moment when Premier combined New York craftsmanship with carefully sourced international components. These transitional instruments are now among the most desirable examples the company ever produced.

What Sets This Example Apart:

• Italian solid wood body with rare “burl walnut” plastic overlay—visually dynamic, shifting dramatically under light
• Original NYC-built neck and headstock from the Multi-Vox factory
• Brazilian rosewood fingerboard (22 frets)
• MIJ electronics and pickups with chrome control interface
• EKO (Italy) tremolo and bridge with correct pop-on cover
• Replacement Kluson tuners

Presence Matters:
The Scroll silhouette alone commands attention. Combined with the optical depth of the finish, this guitar does not blend into a collection—it defines it. Few instruments from the 1960s deliver this level of visual impact while remaining fully playable and musically relevant.

Condition:
Very good vintage condition with honest wear. Cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and use. Neck wear present but does not affect playability. Electronics are fully functional.

• Weight: 7 lbs, 12 oz

Provenance That Drives Value:
From the Richard Davis Super Collection (1,200+ instruments, 175+ brands, 26+ years of focused acquisition), this guitar carries documented, single-collection ownership—an increasingly critical factor in today’s high-end vintage market.

In the current post-major-collection landscape, instruments with this level of provenance routinely command 40%–100%+ premiums over comparable examples lacking documentation.

Included:

• Certificate of Authenticity
• Transferable IMIR registration and title
• Verified chain-of-custody

Bottom Line:
You can find vintage guitars. You can even find rare guitars.
But finding a visually iconic, historically important Premier Scroll—with this level of provenance—is a different category entirely.

Serious collectors already understand where this market is going.