The Guitar Gallery Forums - The Guitar Legacy of Matsumoku

Hey Trevor, I don't know if you still need more serial numbers, but you're probably getting together a pretty good database! I just got back my PE 1000 or maybe PE 1500 (I really don't know how to tell the difference) from my nephew. It's S/N is 078017. July 1978, perhaps?

Hi Willbo, yes July 78 is correct.
I am always be looking for new numbers & will probably keep building this database for as long as I am able.
The information they point to is invaluable.
For example Batch sizes, I have clusters forming on my spreadsheet for particular models at particular times.
I find this stuff really, really interesting, it points to such things as times of peak production etc,etc.
Combining the serial number info with the Catalogues, imo, gives a pretty clear picture.
Super useful for dispelling a lot of the mis-information regarding the when & where of particular models.
Cheers Mate.

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Hello, SB-700 serial # 104031, it is in red.

Cheers.

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PE-R60 Serial # 2011874
PE-60 Serial # 2123624

Aria Pro II TS-400 (Tri-Sound/Thor) with Serial No. 1111720, which I think makes it 1981.

Ken

Hello People,
Ever hear of an Aria III ? your not alone, I have been looking for info on my guitar and could find none anywhere. I bought it new in 1977/78 from American Music in Seattle. I also have a 12-string sister guitar I bought same time and place. Right now I am living retired in Philippines. The 12-string is back in USA.
On the label:
Aria lll
Model A-1C
SN: 707006
Professional Model handcrafted instrument
Soild Spruce Top
Made in Japan

Hi all, New member Mike here in Colorado, mostly joined to learn more information about an Aria III A-1C that I have. Mine is serial number 707005, one number off of yours. What else do you or anyone know about these guitars? Matsumoku or ? Thanks in advance, Mike

[*]Trevor,

I have an NK-700 serial number 089007 and I can also tell you I bought it from new many many years ago for £299.00 from Hodges and Johnson Musical instruments (Ashford, Kent), including the Case and they threw in a free set of strings and a White leather strap. I have all except the strings.

Any chance you can decode the serial number, and give me a clue of the value ?

Pro2 custom 3 pickup gold plated -purchased as new 1979 (might be 80)

k790123

good luck with the cataloging and research!

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