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I have a Vantage 6 string acoustic, bought ‘’81-82, with made in Japan stamped on the headstock and inside the body, with serial number VA-30N DOK. I’m trying to find out any info about it if anyone out there knows. Ty
Avenger AV-325 Bass in Cherry Wine purchased today Feb. 1 2023 from Charlz Cat in Toronto
In 1985 my dad was on his first Mediterranean tour in the US navy. He bought an acoustic guitar in France (I think) and now it sits in my home in Dallas and will go to my child next. Not sure what model it is, gonna try to figure that out later today after work.
In Grade 3, I bought my 1st electric guitar with my paper route money!
Vantage VL500 'Spirit'
(supplied with VL510 pickups)
Made in Japan
Purchased new at Mother's Music, Calgary, AB Canada.
'Steel Adjustable Neck'
Serial Number: 049193
I'll be looking to restore this, I see a minor crack in the neck...so the strings are loose and anyone who has a tip on the best repair man in Calgary, sing out eh!?!! Cheers
Vantage VL500 'Spirit'
(supplied with VL510 pickups)
Made in Japan
Purchased new at Mother's Music, Calgary, AB Canada.
'Steel Adjustable Neck'
Serial Number: 049193
I'll be looking to restore this, I see a minor crack in the neck...so the strings are loose and anyone who has a tip on the best repair man in Calgary, sing out eh!?!! Cheers
Have a 03xxxxx serial numbered black, LP type. Have installed cheap Duncan Designed pickups, after market tuners and this weird brass bridge from Korea.
Paid $200 for this and worth every penny. This thing must weigh 10lbs ! The whole body vibrates when played. Only previously experienced this with a $2500 Schecter Custom!
Paid $200 for this and worth every penny. This thing must weigh 10lbs ! The whole body vibrates when played. Only previously experienced this with a $2500 Schecter Custom!
I just got a 718dt1, I’ve been playing guitar for a few months now, but I swap and trade them as well, so I’ve had about 20 different brands and styles.. if this one didn’t buzz so much, it would be hands down the best guitar I’ve played yet.. the neck is slim and fits my hand just right, the super strat body is slim and light and has extra contour and fits me perfect, the Floyd rose looks and sounds fan friggen tastic.. it is a stained and or lacquered wood grain, it is bright red with a shiny wet gloss effect.. I am satisfied with it, for now..
So, this is my Invader 1, body and hardware original. I changed the pup for a SD distortion and put in a split coil DiMarzio pot. Has been my main axe for the Weird Terror since the first recording, Last I did was of a more cosmetic approach. (I wish I knew how to post pictures here. 😛 )
Hi, I have a Vantage VC-100 which I purchased at a music shop in Kingsford in 1984. Since then have never seen another one. Friends and family who have played it have all loved the sound.
I proudly have a Avenger 315 , thanks for the very very very worthy info
Yes a have aVantage model 655VG thats very similar with Epiphone Emperor II Joe Pass Natual
My Mom gave me $1000 bucks for graduating high school in 1983. Went to Brian Guitars to buy a new bass. Wasn't sure if I wanted a Rick or a Fender P. Tried out both of them and I love the sound of both of those, so when I picked up the Vantage VP825B (active) I was blown away. I seemed to be able to get very close to both sounds with that one bass. It played like a dream too. It was $500 cheaper than the Ric and $300 cheaper than the Fender. It was a no brainer. I still have it and it's gonna be 40 next year. Never have to adjust the neck, never goes out of tune. It's an amazing instrument!! Pretty much the only bass I've played or ever needed. I did finally get a Ric, but my Vantage holds its own next to it and is still my go to. It was also really cool to see Lemmy playing a Vantage in the Fun Facts below!!
Recently bought a Vantage 225B-1 bass at my local pawn shop for $50. What a great bass. Best money I've spent in a long time.
I was a newbie back then when I bought my guitar in a local guitar store's garage sale. I just thought it was beautiful and inexpensive. I didn't know how rare it was. I've been combing through the net for the exact model of it ever since.
I have finally found out it's a Vantage VDL 21A (dark green metallic)
I have finally found out it's a Vantage VDL 21A (dark green metallic)
My first guitar was a Vantage AV-330 bought in 1982 just like the one pictured in the gallery of this website, serial number 2010016 - my guitar’s serial number is 2010015! I still own this guitar today and it still plays beautifully- great action and it still has the original pickups too. I will never sell this guitar which is great news for my son who will inherit it.
Hello everyone.
When I was young, I received a 1982? blue Vantage AV330-MX as a gift from my father. Shortly after I got it, it was unfortunately destroyed beyond repair in an accident.
I am hoping to one day replace it with the exact same model.
If anyone happens upon this guitar, I might be interested in buying it.
Great website, BTW.
When I was young, I received a 1982? blue Vantage AV330-MX as a gift from my father. Shortly after I got it, it was unfortunately destroyed beyond repair in an accident.
I am hoping to one day replace it with the exact same model.
If anyone happens upon this guitar, I might be interested in buying it.
Great website, BTW.
Looking to purchase one from the 70's today. Looking forward to it
This is an amazing idea for a website. I’m hoping this message makes it to fellow Vantage guitar enthusiasts.
In 1988 I was given a candy apple blue Vantage Avenger 330-MX. I loved that instrument. Sadly, it ended up destroyed within a few months of me owning it.
Would love a chance to replace that exact guitar if someone has one.
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-guitar/ottawa/looking-for-this-guitar/1610313899?utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_ios&utm_medium=social&utm_source=sms
In 1988 I was given a candy apple blue Vantage Avenger 330-MX. I loved that instrument. Sadly, it ended up destroyed within a few months of me owning it.
Would love a chance to replace that exact guitar if someone has one.
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-guitar/ottawa/looking-for-this-guitar/1610313899?utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_ios&utm_medium=social&utm_source=sms
I got a Vantage VA-810 when i was 6 years old, about 20 years ago. The guitar is really good looking and sounds great. Nice to find this website!
I got my first Vantage in a swap and instantly knew I got the better end of the deal by far, it is a VS600B Witch bass and I still have her over 20 years later. I’m in Australia and there’s a few about but they’re not common that’s for sure. I know also have two acoustics also - a VA 22CR and an LTD which is my favourite. I still need more (electric and I would love a 455 hollow body that’s my dream guitar) I very rarely look at any other brands and the ones I do own are nowhere near as good as any of my Vantage guitars.
Great site- I collect L 5's but had to get a 335 copy- just ordered a 1992 cherry 635V from a shop way out in NW Alberta....all good as I am Samick fan...just keep being impressed by MIK quality from 80's-90's. thanks for putting up this great info centre.