Looking at the table above you'll note that in every decade the initial digit is going to repeat (i.e., an 8 could mean 1978, 1988, 1998 or 2008). Date-coded serial numbers are typically found stamped on the back or top of the headstock, and "Made in USA" is stamped next to the number starting in June 1967.The first digit or first 2 digits = month (1-12).The next digit = last digit of the year (1966 to 1972: 6,7,8,9,0,1,2).The remaining digits = most likely a production number.Example 1: 27136 should be February (2), 1967 (7) and the 136th instrument made that month.Example 2: 118145 would indicate a guitar made in November (11) of 1968 (8) that was the 145th made that month.1972 - 1981Same as the 1966-72 era, except now has a hyphen or space between month and year. The Washburn shop only performs warranty repairs (provided there is no factory authorized service center in your region). The EB database claims it only covers guitars and basses from the 90s onward. However, I see them going back and forth between the two schemes now. Our current used guitars3. 8 digits stamped on back of headstock. The only complication occurs with years that have the same final digit. Most but not all, Micro-Frets guitars and basses are semi-hollow creations built with two-piece bodies clipped together. The first six digits are the SKU number for the guitar's model. Vintage Washburn Guitar Serial Numbers Guitar Serial Number Lookup Jan 05, 2019 Washburn has used many serial number formats over the years, ranging from 4-12 characters long. Then hit return to find additional instances. No consegui entender as tabelas, porm estarei mandando abaixo o cdigo do meu instrumento! If you can't find the serial, you may also want to check the pot codes on a Danelectro/Silvertone to at least give you a rough approximation of the year of manufacture. Guitar humidifiers are relatively inexpensive accessories, and can be purchased through your local musical instrument shop or online. You will find a four-digit serial number on the neck plate, but it may not be able to help date the instrument. First letter is type of instrument. See this page on the OvationTribute.com website for an extensive Ovation database.Paul Reed Smith (PRS) (Back to top of page)To date a PRS guitar, look at the one- or two-digit prefix, which indicates the final one or two digits of the production year. Breaking and/or stripping your instruments truss rod will void the warranty. Q: Why should I trust your serial number info? So, June 2nd, 1988. It seemed to find some from 1987 onwards, but it's hit and miss. Hopefully, some of you guys are serial with these guitars. Perhaps the best way to date your G&L is to take the neck off. Like some other serial schemes, this one may require you to know something about the ESP guitars of the period because the "Y" digit could mean multiple years. Second, starting in 1970, "Made in USA" is stamped on the back of the headstock below the serial. Ovation (Back to top of page)THREE DIGIT SERIESNumber Range / YEAR MADE / Comment006-319 1966 Three digits in red ink320-999 1967 (Feb-Nov) New Hartford; three digits in red ink1000- 1967 (Nov)-1968 (July) Four digits in black ink, no letter prefix10000- 1970 (Feb)-1972 (May) Five digits, no letter prefixA+3 Digits 1968 (July-Nov) B+3 Digits 1968 (Nov)-1969 (Feb) B+5 Digits 1974-1979 Magnum solid body bassesC+3 Digits 1969 (Feb-Sept) D+3 Digits 1969 (Sept)-1970 (Feb) E+4 Digits 1973 (Jan)-1975 (Feb) SolidbodiesE+5 Digits 1975 (Feb)-1980 SolidbodiesE+6 Digits 1980 (late)-1981 Some UK IIs (does not reflect production)F,G prefix 1968 (July)-1970 (Feb) H,I,J,L prefix 1970-1973 Electric Storm SeriesFOUR DIGIT SERIES (First digit is always 1)Second digit is type of guitar: 1 Acoustic roundbacks (also semi-hollowbody electrics) 2 Solidbody and semi-hollowbody electrics 3 Ultra acoustics 4 Solidbody 5 Acoustic electric cutaway Adamas and II/Elite/Ultra electric 6 Acoustic electric roundbacks 7 Deep 8 Shallow Third digit denotes bowl depth on acoustic and acoustic electrics: 1 Standard bowl, 5 13/16" deep 2 Artist bowl, 5 1/8" deep 3 Elite/Matrix electric deep bowl 4 Matrix shallow bowl 5 Custom Balladeer, Legend, Legend 12, Custom Legend 12, Anniversary 6 Cutaway electric, deep bowl 7 Cutaway electric, shallow bowl 8 Adamas, 6 1/16" deep Fourth digit denotes mode, for the first eight acoustic models: 1 Balladeer 2 Deluxe Baladeer 3 Classic 4 Josh White 5 12-String 6 Contemporary Folk Classic 7 Glen Campbell Artist Balladeer 8 Glen Campbell 12-StringSIX DIGIT SERIES1971-Present (Except Adamas)Number range YEAR MADE000001-007000 1972 (May-Dec) 020001-039000 1974 039001-067000 1975 067001-086000 1976 086001-103000 1977 (Jan-Sept) 103001-126000 1977 (Sept)-1978 (Apr) 126001-157000 1978 (Apr-Dec) 157001-203000 1979 211011-214933 1980 214934-263633 1981 263634-291456 1982 291457-302669 1983 302670-303319 1984 Elites Only315001-339187 1984 Balladeers Only303320-356000 1985-1986 357000-367999 1987 368000-382106 1988 382107-392900 1989 403760-420400 1990 421000-430680 1990 400001-403676 1991 430681-446000 1991 402700-406000 1992 446001-457810 1992 457811-470769 1993 470770-484400 1994 484401-501470 1995 501471-518689 1996 518690-528368 1997 528369-536826 1998 536827-545890 1999 545891-555979 2000 555980-564478 2001 564479-571883 2002 571884-579654 2003 579655-592919 2004 592920-601450 2005 601451-609566 2006 609567-618494 2007 618495-620263 2008 620264-621209 2009 621210-621981 2010 621982-622147 2011 622148-622419 2012 622420-622539 2013 ADAMAS SERIESSeries starts with 0077 in September 1977Number range YEAR MADE0077-0099 19770100-0608 19780609-1058 19791059-1670 19801671-2668 19812669-3242 19823243-3859 19833860-4109 19844110-4251 19854252-4283 19864284-4427 19874428-4696 19884697-4974 19894975-5541 19905542-6278 19916279-7088 19927089-8159 19938160-9778 19949779-11213 199511214-12448 199612449-13020 199713021-14623 199814624-16136 199916137-17393 200017394-18961 200118962-20040 200220041-20802 200320803-21085 200421086-21514 200521515-22211 200622212-22522 200722523-22878 200822879-23155 200923156-23402 201023403-23591 201123592-23763 201223764-23845 2013. All Valco-made instruments were numbered this way till 1964. serial numbers were on a small oblong metal plate (brass or aluminum). There is a very detailed article on the history of Micro-Frets on the Vintage Guitar Magazine website that is worth reading. Much of the research online is centered around whether the Kramer in question was made in the USA, mostly because those are of much higher quality and worth some real money. Most Washburn models use standardized wiring concepts. You can also contact the guys at EB at musicman_customerservice@ernieball.com. Some manufacturers even indicate the exact date of creation, like 941101. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. The serial syntax is CXXXXXX. Washburn Guitars Lookup Serial Numbers Are Located; The following number determines the model: 8 or SA for the Swamp Ash Special, then the sequential number for that particular model the first 200 Swamp Ash Specials were given a CE serial number.After the year prefix, these models use a code digit of 4, indicating a bolt-on neck bass. So serial number: 933130, indicates production run 933 and the 130th instrument produced in that run. Current models proudly feature DAddario strings. Those are some of the basics. I have a Hamer Standard with the seial number on a sticker on the back of the headstock. No, the Washburn shop does not perform any aftermarket work. ----------------------------------Above are really only some vague signposts to begin to help you with a Yamaha serial. (if your serial begins with a "B," try entering just the number portion. Later on, around mid 1987, the factory abandoned the decal on the headstock and began stamping the serial number into the last, blind fret of the fingerboard. When it comes to dating a Kramer, there is little in the way of good information. Washburn does not evaluate or appraise pre-owned instruments, as there are many considerations in pricing that our beyond our references or control. All the Tribute Models have the build year and month coded in the serial number.Tribute serial number formats are:YYMXXXX or YMMXXXX (e.g., 0123456 - Made In Japan Tribute Models only)YYMMXXXX (e.g., 01234567 - Made In Korea Tribute Models only)YYMMXXXXX (e.g., 012345678 - Made In Indonesia Tribute Models only)LYYMMXXXX (e.g., L01234567 - Made In China Tribute Models only)Theguitarsbyleo.com websitehas a G&L registry where you can see what other G&L owners have recorded about specific models they own. For instruments produced after 2010, usually the first 4 digits can indicate the year of manufacture. We cannot guarantee that we are able to date your instrument. Washburn only offers cases for select instruments currently in production. For example, 92229222, means production year 1999. Those are some of the basics. ), Q = 0 (1960, 1970, 1980, 1990, 2000, etc). What is my instrument, and what is it worth? You can look up the 1994 page, and locate your model number. All San Dimas Jackson and Charvel bolt-on guitars will have a 4 digit serial # on the neckplate. Do not expose the instrument to a rapid temperature change, as this may cause the finish and wood to crack. 1982 began with #1096, '83 with #1725, '84 with #2939, '85 with #4262, and '86 with #5304. The guitar images you posted are of a . This is partially due to their production methods, which often involved using parts throughout different models and years, so that tracing the year of one part may not accurately indicate the production year of the instrument. These serial numbers were stamped in black ink (yellow ink was used for dark/black finishes) on the back of the headstock. You need to look at the serial number and determine if it was produced before or after 2006.All Reverends should have a serial number on the back of the headstock along with the initials of the person who set up and inspected the guitar or bass. Martin (Back to top of page)One of the few manufacturers who kept a sequential series of numbers through nearly their entire lifetime, as far back as 1898, dating a Martin is simply a matter of finding where your serial falls in the sequence below. Though I can't verify the accuracy, it was posted in the Dean online forums that imports after 2008 follow a pattern with the initial letter or letters identifying the factory, such that: US = Un Sung Korea, Y = Yoojin China, E = World Korea.The following two digitsindicateyear, then two-digit month, then production number. JacksonALL Jackson neck-thru guitars had a serial # on the fretboard's last fret. The first inspector was Naylor himself so if your instrument has the initials "JFN" you probably have an early Reverend and it may be worth a bit more.Other initials you'll see are SDS (Scott Schaffer) and ZSG (Zack Green). In most Washburn guitars, the first two digits of the serial number indicate the year of manufacture. A "5" can indicate 1985, 1995 or 2005. What Are Duncan USM pick-ups? Valco / National / Supro (Back to top of page)Modern Supros made in Indonesia start with an "IW" with the following two digits denoting the year, such as "IW170800214" meaning made in 2017. To start with, especially for acoustics (not always for electrics), the Yamaha system uses two letters to designate year and month of manufacture. Web. Note: US Vintage series starting in 1982 onward begins with a "V". For example, an "8" can indicate 1988 or 1998. Excessive playing may require more frequent string changing, in the event of breakage or oxidization. If you have a Boss serial number with just one letter please double check in case another character is actually a letter. Duncan USM Pickups are designed by Seymour Duncans Santa Barbara-based engineers to USMs requirements and are only available on select Washburn and Parker guitars. On 4-digit serials, you ignore the 3rd digit, while the fourth digit tells the year. A: I own a used guitar website called StillKickinMusic.com. Moving on, the serial number's next digit indicates it was made on a Wednesday, and the final three digits that it was the 168th guitar made that week.Post-2007: Godin switched to a 12-digit serial number in late 2007, and those serial numbers give no information on production date. The year of manufacture can be deduced from the first few numerical characters in the serial number. Made in Japan, 1984-1986:Letter-letter-letter-letter-###. PRS Prefix indicators0 = 1990 or 20001 = 1991 or 20012 = 1992 or 20023 = 1993 or 20034 = 1994 or 20045 = 1985, 1995, or 20056 = 1986, 1996, or 20067 = 1987, 1997, or 20078 = 1988, 1998, or 20089 = 1989, 1999, or 200910 = 201011 = 201112 = 201213 = 201314 = 201415 = 201516 = 201617 = 201718 = 2018Set Neck Models (back of headstock)After the year prefix:Serial Number / Year0001 - 0400 19850401 - 1700 19861701 - 3500 19873501 - 5400 19885401 - 7600 19897601 - 10100 199010101 - 12600 199112601 - 15000 199215001 - 17900 199317901 - 20900 199420901 - 24600 199524601 - 29500 199629501 - 34600 199734601 - 39100 199839101 - 44499 199944500 - 52199 200052200 - 62199 200162200 - 72353 200272354 - 82254 200382255 - 92555 200492556 - 103103 2005103104 - 114940 2006114941 - 132401 2007132402 - 146419 2008146420 - 159132 2009159133 - 170591 2010170592 - 183862 2011183863 - 196410 2012196411 - 206059 2013206060 - 215491 2014215492 - 224954 2015224955 - 236147 2016236148 - 2017S2 Models (back of headstock)After the year prefix: CE Models (2016 and Later) (neck plate)Prefix Number / Year16 201617 2017CE Models (1988 - 2008) (neck plate)Serial Number / Year7 0001 0270 19887 0271 1830 19897 1831 3200 19907 3201 4540 19917 4541 7090 19927 7091 8820 19937 8821 10700 19947 10701 13000 19957 13001 14680 19967 14681 17130 19977 17131 19580 1998 (prefix may be CE)CE 19581 20749 1999CE 20750 21599 2000CE 21600 23199 2001CE 23200 25389 2002CE 25390 26399 2003CE 26400 27900 2004CE 27901 29377 2005CE 29378 - 31800 2006CE 31801 - 32783 2007CE 32784 - 33881 2008EG Models (neck plate)Serial Number / Year5 or EG 0001 0920 19905 or EG 0921 1290 19915 or EG 1291 2070 19925 or EG 2071 2870 19935 or EG 2871 3190 19945 or EG 3191 - 3300 1995Swamp Ash Special Models (neck plate)Serial Number / Year8 00001 00410 19978 or SA 00411 00760 1998SA 00761 00969 1999SA 00970 01179 2000SA 01180 01399 2001SA 01400 01899 2002SA 01900 02099 2003SA 02100 02287 2004SA 02288 02700 2005SA 02701 02800 2006SA 02801 03055 2007SA 03056 03256 2008SA 003257 03312 2009Bolt-On Bass (neck plate)After the year prefix:Serial Number / Year4 0001 0030 19894 0031 0140 19904 0141 0200 1991Set-Neck Bass (back of headstock)After the year prefix:Serial Number / Year9 0001 0230 1986/879 0231 0350 19889 0351 0680 19899 0681 0730 19909 0731 0800 1991Electric Bass (back of headstock)After the year prefix:Serial Number / YearEB 00007 00072 2000EB 00073 00199 2001EB 00200 00422 2002EB 00423 00501 2003EB 00502 00650 2004SE Models (back of headstock)Prefix Letter / YearA 2000B 2001C 2002D 2003E 2004F 2005G 2006H 2007I 2008J 2009K 2010L 2011M 2012N 2013O 2014P 2015Q 2016R 2017S 2018T 2019U 2020Acoustic Serial NumbersThe serial number of an acoustic is located on the label inside the sound hole of the guitar. So 1204 represents a 1964 guitar made in the 12th week of the year. Washburn Guitars Lookup Serial Starts With My harmonica was made in China, and the serial starts with a G so it has been produced at their Chinese Grand Benefits factory which I discovered out that they are usually identified for substandard workmanship. If your instrument is not under warranty, then we recommend contacting a local instrument repair shop. This means the guitar is made on November 11, 1994. The last USA Reverend was serial number 04942 and was produced in May 2006. The second letter is the month; K=April. Yes. Reverend's website has a serial number database where you can type in your serial to get info (support.reverendguitars.com/serial_archive). Short FAQ at bottom. Serial 0 1470 is a 1980 built guitar and the 1470th built. But, it's not always the case with Oscar Schmidt. There wasa space between the first and second digits until some point in 1984. There are very specific requirements to be considered for endorsement. But older instruments from the 70s and early 80s will not be covered there. I live in the U.S. How can I find the nearest Washburn dealer? One person was able to get his serial dated by emailing: info@sterlingbymusicman.com. If you detect or suspect any problems with your instrument, please contact either the dealer it was purchased from or us as soon as possible. I'll help if I can, but odds are your searching will uncover the same stuff I'd find. Starting in1977 with the "Sunburst" models, Hamer used a different system using five or six digits for "production" instruments. labels were lost and re-used in 1965. Washburn bass serial number lookup. Early 90s instruments usually had the serial number imprinted on the bridge plate in front of the saddles, or on some nearer to the rear of the plate behind the saddles. The three numbers at the end are the unit number. If the front of the headstock of your Reverend says "Made in USA," "Eastpointe, MI, USA" or "Reverend USA," it is a made in USA Reverend. After that, a much more complex table from that may take you further. The now defunct steinbergerworld website used to suggest contacting Gibson with questions (800-444-2766 or service@gibson.com). [4]Korean Ibanez Serial NumbersThe serials below should start with one or two letters to indicate the manufacturer, then follow with one of the several possible number schemes below having somewhere between 6 and 10 digits.C = Cor-Tek (Cort), S = Samick(19901995), S/SQ = Saehan(Sunghan), P = Peerless (Iida), Y = Yoojin, A = Sae-In.YYMMXXXX formatYY = year (03=2003)MM = month (01=January12=December)XXXX = production numberE = Sung-EumYMMXXXX formatY = year (9=1999)MM = month (01=January12=December)XXXX = production numberW = WorldMYXXXX formatM=month (1=January9=September, X=OctoberZ=December)Y=year (3=2003)XXXX = production numberIndonesian Ibanez Serial NumbersI = Cor-Tek (Cort) Indonesia, K = KWOYYMMXXXXX formatYY = year (03=2003)MM = month (01=January12=December)XXXXX = production numberChinese Ibanez Serial NumbersZ = Yeou Chern, J=SejungYYMMXXXXX formatYY = year (03=2003)MM = month (01=January12=December)XXXXX = production numberOdd Ibanez Serial Numbers2940000 Acoustic2 = Cor-Tek (Cort) TaejanYYXXXX formatYY = year (94=1994)XXXX = production numberIbanez Ghostrider model numbers GR=Cor-Tek (Cort), MGR=SamickOlder AcousticYYMM (Kato)YY = year (82=1982)MM = month (01=January12=December)Silver Cadet modelZ = Woo-sin Jackson/Charvel (Back to top of page)Charvel USA Made(check out usacharvels.com for lots of good info too) About 750 San Dimas Charvels were built without serial numbers from '79 until 11/9/81. The only neck-thru version of the basses were the Model 3B. Serial numbers from Ernie Ball Music Man instruments can be searched in their online database here: https://www.music-man.com/serial-number-database. If your serial is found, it will tell you the official model name, number, and date of production. When the Charvel Model 5 and 6 were introduced in 1986, the serial number was found on the back of the headstock under the clear coat, in the form of a plastic decal. For example, if the serial number is 240000, maybe, it's either a 1982 or 1992 guitar model. It was available on select Original Idol models, and is available on the new Idol models. Anything newer than that will be Korean made. Start down below, and if you're still stumped,consider looking at pot codes to give you a general idea of production era. A guide for the string gauges we use at the factory is below: I need general maintenance on my guitar. In 1967 Micro-Frets introduced four models, the Orbiter, Huntington, Plainsman, and Covington. Pot codes may also point you to a general date range, but don't expect them to always be accurate. Schecter (Back to top of page)For Diamond Series instruments, it's simple: The first two numerical digits of the serial number (found on the back of the headstock) will tell you what year the instrument was made. For example, C800210 is built in the year of 1988. Thus, "0" prefix can indicate 1990 or 2000. Gretsch (Back to top of page)1939 - 1965001 to 999 Pre-war10xx to 20xx Approximately 1945-194720xx-30xx Approximately 1948-194930xx to 40xx Approximately 195040xx to 50xx Approximately 195150xx to 70xx Approximately 195270xx to 90xx 195390xx to 130xx 1954130xx to 180xx 1955180xx to 210xx 1956210xx to 260xx 1957 Note: 1000 serial numbers from 1957 were misplaced and later turned up, with original '57-style labels, in 1965.260xx to 300xx 1958300xx to 340xx 1959340xx to 390xx 1960390xx to 450xx 1961451xx to 530xx 1962530xx to 630xx 1963630xx to 770xx 1964770xx to 840xx 1965. )Now stay with me--this is confusing. The above information applies to USA made Hamers only. I can't narrow it down beyond '94-'97.7/8+ Digits Bolt On India98xxxxxx-11xxxxxx 1998-2011 Date Coded Used on most JS series and some early X Series models.There was a time in the mid-2000's where the whole year was shown: Ex; 2006xxxxLater in the 2000's they added the NHJ09xxxxx prefix up until Indian production stopped 2011-12.2012-2017 Headstock Stickers and Neck PlateCxx12xxxxx-Cxx17xxxxx 2012-2017 Date Coded ChinaIxx12xxxxx-Ixx17xxxxx 2012-2017 Date Coded IndonesiaMxx12xxxxx-Mxx17xxxxx 2012-2017 Date Coded Mexico96xxxxx, 97xxxxx and 98xxxxx serials oftentimes don't indicate '96, '97 and '98. 8Mxxxxxx ..1978 0000xxxx t/m 0030xxxx 1978 0031xxxx t/m 0047xxxx 1979 0048xxxx t/m 0065xxxx 1980 0066xxxx t/m 0099xxxx 1981 0100xxxx t/m 0129xxxx 1982 0130xxxx t/m 0169xxxx 1983 0170xxxx t/m 0199xxxx 1984 0200xxxx t/m 0239xxxx 1985 0240xxxx t/m 0259xxxx 1986 0260xxxx t/m 0339xxxx 1987 0340xxxx t/m 0359xxxx 1988 0360xxxx t/m 0419xxxx 1989 04249338 t/m 0439xxxx 1990 0440xxxx t/m 0519xxxx 1991 0520xxxx t/m 0599xxxx 1992 0600xxxx t/m 0639xxxx 1993 0640xxxx t/m 0769xxxx 1994 0770xxxx >>..1995. Charvel Imports 1986-1991Year of manufacture, Charvel Model 1 - 4A quick and dirty way of determining the year of manufacture for the bolt-on Model Series 1 - 4, is to look at the combination of trademark symbols used on both the headstock and the neckplate. Our website is a great (and environmentally friendly) way to view our current offerings. From there, youll need to look at pics of other similar models and if possible, decipher pot codes to further narrow down the production year.Acoustics 1932 to 1944Look through the F hole inside the instrument for the number. To have an instrument professionally appraised, we would suggest the fine folks at Gruhn (Gruhn.com) or any retailer that is in the market of purchasing/trading pre-owned instruments. Sterling by Music Man instruments are not covered in the online database. )YY = double digit year of manufacture (2010-Current)SSSS = sequential ranking numberExample: F21234 = Fuji-gen Japan / 2002 / unit 1234Example: T101234 = Terada Japan / 2010 / unit 1234----------------------------------------------F-Serial Numbers on Les Paul Standard '59/'60 Models and Tribute/Plus ModelsThe latest serial number system used by Epiphone has not yet been completely deciphered. Those early EB serials ("B027xxx") may possibly be found in the EB online database if you omit the initial "B." The serial number can be found in the sound hole of the acoustic or on the back of the headstock on electrics. 5-digit serials are the same, you just disregard the fifth digit. How can I get a Washburn Endorsement? You'll also need to sign up for a free account if you want to post on the forum to ask this guru about your Hagstrom. The year of manufacture can be deduced from the first few numerical characters in the serial number. You should find two stamped dates--one in the neck pocket and one of the butt of the neck. The HB-103 is a high output humbucker aimed at heavy rock, metal, thrash and punk players. For example, the serial number for the first guitar built in the El Cajon (USA) factory on July 6, 2014 is 1107064001. And one thing to keep in mind is neck plates that say Neptune, NJ, do not always indicate a USA Kramer. Bolt-on guitars may have a 5-digit code stamped on the neck plate but because of materials being used inconsistently at the ESP factories these numbers cannot be trusted. If you do not find your instrument there, please email a few clear digital photographs of your instrument, along with the serial number tous here. The current market value of an older instrument is subject to a variety of market conditions. Is this normal? Send us a request from ourCustomer Service pageand tell us about your store. By '98 they were Japanese with a 96xxxxx serial.96xxxxx- Japan '97-'98 to 2000.7/8 Digits Headstock Sticker 6xxxxxx6xxxxxx-65xxxxxx Probably not date coded, though they were used mid '90s on Taiwanese made Jacksons. Hi David, after looking at the pictures you sent and speaking with some people who really know Hamer guitars in the Hamer guitar forum, I can say for sure your Hamer was not made in the USA. How do I know if my neck needs adjustment? If you see a seven digit serial number on the back of a Dean guitar, you can be sure that it was produced in United States.Dean's more affordable line made outside the US may require looking at features and hardware and some knowledge of the line. )!So this actually indicates the guitar was made five weeks after August 1, 2005--pointing to a September 2005 production date! You must click on "Search" to start search. The label in the f-hole has the model number but no serial number, which seems odd, but while looking around I've found other examples of Washburn guitars without a serial number on the label. In Sept. 2016, the metal plate was replaced with a waterslide decal. George Washburn begins a legacy of greatness with the first Washburn stringed instruments, bringing quality instruments priced for home musicians. Jan 05, 2019 Washburn has used many serial number formats over the years, ranging from 4-12 characters long. Ontario bolt-on Jacksons will have 4 or 6 digit serial #'. Where can I obtain warranty service? This plate was tacked to the back of theheadstock. So if there are only four digits following the 8, it is certainly a 1978 (by 1988production would certainly have hit five-digit numbers). Is the whole serial number HQ1193033? The second letter tells the month. A single digit month of manufacture may occur for some 1997 and earlier models. Please note that they cannot identify a part by the guitar model, just the style/measurement of the part you are looking for. Currently, Duncan USM pickups are available in two voices, the HB-103 and HB-102. May be impossible to pinpoint the year.All guitars 1951 to 1956Transition of all guitars to a five-digit scheme beginning with 60000 in 1951 and ending with 69637 in 1956.All guitars 1961 to 1969Sequence begins with serial 0100 in 1961 and by 1967, most were using a six-digit code, starting with the number zero and progressing to 999999 by 1968.Modern Epiphone serial number schemes, YYMMFFRRRRRYY = year of manufactureMM = month of manufatureFF = factory IDRRRRR = ranking numberExample: 08121520333 = 2008 / December / factory 15 / unit 20333Note: Models from 2008 and onwards omit the factory ID letter prefix. You can check the neck, neck pocket, or even pickup cavity for a written serial. See the explanation for serial number 980311301 below:980311301 First two digits indicate the year - 98 (1998)980311301 3rd & 4th digits indicate the two-digit month - 03 (March)980311301 5th & 6th digit indicate the day - 11 (the 11th)980311301 7th digit is a series code number - 0 for 300 or 400 Series, 1 for 500 through Presentation Series, 2 for 200 Series, 3 for a Baby, 4 for a Big Baby, 5 for a T5, 7 for Nylon Series, 8 for 100 Series, and 9 for SolidBody Series. Note: the misplaced 1957 serial numbers, as well as some odd four-digit serial numbers, show up in 1965-1966, during the transition to the date-coded system in mid-'66.Notes on early era: 1939 - 1945 serials will be written in pencil inside guitar body. Entender as tabelas, porm estarei mandando abaixo o cdigo do meu instrumento but all... Built guitar and the 130th instrument produced in may 2006 provided there is little in the serial online! Neck pocket and one of the neck, neck pocket, or even pickup cavity a... 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