While working for Rickenbacker in the '50s, Mosrite founder Semie Moseley created a triple-necked guitar prototype. Eventually, he was approached by Joe Maphis to build a double-necked version, and the model that resulted was put into regular production in the '60s. The 6-string/12-string Joe Maphis Mark XVIII was similar the popular Ventures model, complete with dual high-output pickups for each neck, and a vibramute tremolo system on the 6-string portion.
Years of Production: 1961 - 1969
Body Style: Double-neck, Ventures style body shape
Design Elements: Bolt-on necks, vibramute tremolo system on 6-string section, Rosewood fingerboard, chrome plated control knobs.
Notable Players: Joe Maphis
Years of Production: 1961 - 1969
Body Style: Double-neck, Ventures style body shape
Design Elements: Bolt-on necks, vibramute tremolo system on 6-string section, Rosewood fingerboard, chrome plated control knobs.
Notable Players: Joe Maphis