Kalamazoo Hollow And Semi-Hollow Guitars
I buy the Casino, Sheraton, Sorrento and Windsor, along with the Kalamazoo Broadway and Zephyr. Include a side view so I can see the body's depth. Rivieras are welcome too.
Mesa, Arizona · Buying Nationwide
Sell Your Vintage Epiphone Guitar
I buy vintage Epiphone guitars across the US, with a particular interest in the Gibson-era Kalamazoo models. Send me photos for a free appraisal and a cash offer.
If you've inherited an Epiphone or aren't sure which model you have, include the whole guitar and its markings. I'll help identify it and explain the offer.
Or call (602) 900-6635
Free Photo AppraisalsPrepaid, Insured ShippingSingle Guitars & Collections
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Tell Me About Your Epiphone
Tell me what you know about the guitar, where you're located and whether it's had repairs. You can leave the model and year blank if you're unsure.
Have photos ready? See which photos to send. You can upload them after submitting the form.
Call Joe: (602) 900-6635Kalamazoo Electrics And American Archtops
Epiphone Models I Buy
The Gibson-era guitars made in Kalamazoo from 1958 to 1970 are my main interest. I also buy the earlier New York and Philadelphia instruments. Send photos of the label and hardware along with the model name so I can place yours in the right group.
Kalamazoo Solidbodies And Carved Archtops
I'm interested in Crestwoods, the solidbody Olympic, Coronets and Wilshires. I also review the Kalamazoo versions of the Emperor, Deluxe and Triumph. A model name can span different body styles, so send a complete front photo.
New York And Philadelphia Acoustic Archtops
I buy earlier Emperors, Deluxes, Triumphs, Broadways and Olympic archtops, including cutaway Regent versions. Photograph the neck joint and the bridge from the side. If a pickup was added later, include its mounting and any holes or wiring changes.
Early Epiphone Electric Archtops
Zephyrs, Zephyr Regents, Zephyr De Luxe models and Zephyr Emperor Regents are also worth sending in for a review. Include a close photo of the controls and the label. Keep any old pickups, tailpieces or other removed parts with the guitar.
These photos show instruments from Joe's archive. They aren't a current inventory list.
Appraisal & Offer
What Is My Epiphone Worth?
The model, factory period, finish, parts and repairs determine which examples I compare with yours. An older archtop and a Kalamazoo solidbody can share a name without sharing a value range.
Epiphone Appraisal Details
- Model And Factory Period
- Send the serial number, label and full headstock. I'll compare those markings with the body style and hardware.
- Parts And Finish
- Tell me about changed pickups, tuners, bridges, tailpieces or refinishing. Include removed parts even if they no longer work.
- Repairs And Playability
- Show cracks, repaired breaks, loose binding and the strings' height above the fingerboard. Mention problems that don't show in a photo.
- Case And Records
- Include the case, repair receipts and any dated ownership documents. Those help me separate a recorded history from an uncertain family recollection.
Compare Your Guitar With Its Model Guide
For Kalamazoo thinlines, see the Casino values, Sorrento values and Windsor values. Each chart separates the configurations it covers.
The Emperor, Deluxe, Triumph and Broadway value guides distinguish the older archtops from their Kalamazoo counterparts. Use the Olympic value guide to separate acoustic and solidbody examples, and the Zephyr value guide for the Zephyr and Zephyr Regent families.
Those estimates describe market value, not a cash offer for your guitar. An offer also accounts for its condition and the work involved in preparing it for resale. Send photos for a free appraisal of your specific instrument.
Before replacing parts, read what lowers vintage guitar value and whether to restore a guitar before selling. Photos of its current condition are the best starting point for our conversation.
Start With Your Phone
Photos To Send For An Epiphone Offer
Use even light and leave filters off. Take complete front and back views, then move closer for the label and hardware. Please don't take the guitar apart for the initial appraisal.
For a Kalamazoo instrument, the Gibson serial number guide explains the later shared serial systems. Early hollowbody A-prefix labels need the Epiphone-specific sequence discussed in the model guides. A number needs to agree with the guitar's features before it establishes a date.
Text Photos To (602) 900-6635- Whole Guitar And BackShow the complete instrument, its back and the neck joint.
- Headstock Front And BackInclude the logo, tuners and the full serial stamp.
- Label And Interior MarkingsPhotograph the label and any factory order number visible through the f-hole. Don't remove parts to find one.
- Pickups And TailpieceShow the pickup count, controls, bridge and tailpiece together, then photograph any changes more closely.
- Case, Repairs And Loose PartsInclude the open case, damage, repair receipts and any hardware kept from earlier work.
Online Or In Person
How To Sell Your Epiphone To Joe
You'll work directly with me through the appraisal, offer and payment.
- 1
Send Me Photos
Text the front, back, headstock, serial number and case. Include your location and any repair history. Leave cleaning and repairs until we've talked.
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I'll Appraise Your Epiphone
I'll identify the model and check its condition, parts and finish. The appraisal is free, and I'll ask for more photos if I need a closer look.
- 3
I'll Make A Cash Offer
If it's an instrument I can buy, I'll tell you what I can pay and explain the offer. You can accept or decline it.
- 4
Agree On Shipping And Payment
We'll choose the payment method and go over the prepaid FedEx Office Print & Ship Center arrangements before your guitar leaves you.
Sell An Epiphone In Mesa Or From Another State
I'm based at 47 N Fraser Dr E in Mesa, Arizona, and buy instruments from sellers across the US. Call to arrange an in-person visit or discuss a sale from another state.
Selling An Epiphone Guitar Collection
For several guitars, start with an overview photo and a list of the models you know. Include cases and loose parts. My guitar collection buying service covers collections as well as single instruments.
Prepaid Nationwide Shipping
Shipping Your Epiphone Through A FedEx Office Print & Ship Center
I explain the shipping process when I make the offer. There's no shipping cost to you: my account covers the box, professional packing, fully insured shipping and tracking.
Once we've agreed on the sale, I'll arrange the FedEx Office Print & Ship Center handoff and explain where to take your guitar. The box and professional packing are provided through my account.
How You'll Be Paid
I offer same-day payment in most cases. We'll agree on your payment method and confirm the timing for your sale before you take your instrument in.
You can contact me throughout the process if you have a question about the drop-off or payment.
Send Joe Your Epiphone DetailsJoe's Vintage Guitars
Meet Vintage Guitar Expert, Joe Dampt
I'm a guitarist, collector and buyer based in Mesa. My interest in old guitars grew out of the music I listened to and played, from country and swing to rock and roll. You can read about Joe and the shop before getting in touch.
Questions About Selling An Epiphone
Where Can I Sell My Vintage Epiphone Guitar?
I buy vintage Epiphones directly from owners across the US. Send photos for a free appraisal and a cash offer. You can compare that offer with selling the guitar yourself or arranging consignment.
Which Epiphone Years Are You Most Interested In?
My main interest is the Gibson-era Kalamazoo line, from 1958 to 1970. I also buy earlier New York and Philadelphia archtops. Send the model, any known year and clear photos so I can review your guitar.
Can You Help If I Don't Know The Model?
Yes. Send the front, back, headstock and any label or serial number you can see. Leave uncertain model and year fields blank. A full photo often tells me more than an isolated serial number.
Should I Repair My Epiphone Before Selling It?
Send photos before paying for repairs or replacement parts. Include cracks, loose binding, changed hardware and any playing problems. Keep removed parts and service receipts with the guitar so I can assess it as it stands.
Do I Pay For Packing And Shipping?
There's no shipping cost to you when we use my agreed shipping arrangements. My account covers the box, professional packing, fully insured shipping and tracking through a FedEx Office Print & Ship Center. I'll confirm the location and handoff details before you take the guitar in.
When Will I Be Paid For My Epiphone?
I offer same-day payment in most cases. We'll agree on the payment method and confirm the timing before your instrument leaves you. Call me to arrange an in-person sale or discuss the shipping handoff.
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