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Electrics2010The 2010 ‘Vintage Electrics’ brochure has old favourites, and ahost of new models, finishes, features and innovations as thecomprehensive range of Vintage instruments continues to evolve.Once again, internationally renowned guitarmeister Trev Wilkinsonhas been responsible for the blueprint and specifications of eachguitar in the Vintage range - your confidence in your choice ofnew Vintage guitar or bass is backed up by Trev’s worldwidereputation.Trev Wilkinson loves guitars and everything that goes with them.His enthusiasm for guitars is infectious. His knowledge of theguitar genre is boundless. He maintains a constant interest in whythe best guitars are how they are, what works and what doesn’t,and what can be done about it. He’ll ask direct and forthrightquestions of the people who matter, people responsible for someof the best guitars ever made, and people who’ve played the bestguitars ever made. He looks for straight answers, and then getsto work with what he’s found out.This latest Vintage Electric brochure demonstrates exactly howmuch effort Vintage and Trev Wilkinson have been putting intotheir guitar range - and that’s a lot. As a result, Vintage has acollection of fantastic guitars and basses on offer, all with theusual truly incredible levels of specification attention to detail, anddare we say it; VALUE. All of which help Vintage to be such ahuge success.Vintage instruments draw heavily on the ‘classic’ 1950’s electricguitar shapes but with a ‘pro’ appeal which has been achieved bydesigning a range of guitars that even experienced players willfeel they can stay with - guitars that won’t be outgrown, in fact.If you need convincing, just see how many major pro names arenow using Vintage guitars as their main instrument, in someinstances even adopting a Vintage guitar as their signature model- surely there can be no higher personal recommendation of aguitar’s abilities?They choose Vintage ‘cos they understand the whole ethos of theVintage brand, that it performs, and over delivers.A guitar like the Vintage V6 Thomas Blug Signature model is aperfect example. A meticulous ‘tone hound’, the German guitarist,famous for his venerable ‘61 double cutaway bodied electric andmelodic, eclectic style of virtuoso rock guitar, spent many hourswith Trev Wilkinson in his workshop as they examined the variousunique features developed and applied by Thomas to his ownguitar over two decades-plus of ownership and hard use andincorporated them in to the Blug signature V6.Thomas himself offers a verdict of ‘breathtaking’ when heconsiders the end result - and he’s known for being impossiblyhard to please in such matters...Now a huge internationally-successful range, the Vintage Iconseries of pre-distressed instruments offer a totally different vibe.Nothing looks as cool as a guitar that’s obviously seen someserious use where the instrument’s character shines through theworn finish, saying ‘this guitar has paid its dues’. It feels specialto hold, and special to play.But how many people can afford that so-special, hard-wornvintage instrument of their dreams? That special instrumentwhich displays a unique level of wear from decades of playing -at home, countless rehearsal sessions, smokey pubs to workingmens’ clubs, used on literally hundreds of gigs and tours at homeand abroad? And how many guitarists can wait 20 years beforetheir own guitar starts to show that kind of time-related character?Now you don’t have to wait. You don’t even have to re-mortgagethe house to make the payment. Vintage and Trev Wilkinson’sspecially-aged electric guitar range ticks all those boxes. Thesefantastic guitars, fully equipped with equally aged Wilkinsontuners, hardware and pickups look like they’ve been played fordecades with all the marks, wear and tear to prove it. They’vebeen through the mill but they’re cool and ready for the next gig.If this is your thing and these are the guitars of your dreams, whynot get one of the Vintage Icon guitars and save 40 years of yourlife!.....If new bright’n’shiny is your thing, well we do that too, in spades,with a terrific collection of guitars and basses in all styles, allmade to the same high standards, with incredible specificationand playability, all achieved as a result of our determination toshow the world what happens when the satisfaction of the playeris put above mere commercial concerns.How does Vintage manage to offer such incredible instruments atthe kind of prices that literally anyone can afford?The magic is in using knowledge for good, doing it right, 'costhat's the right thing to do, because guitarists, young and old,new and hard bitten deserve the best, without compromise!At Vintage, we’ve proven that with care, and a stated intent toprove a point, we can bring all the elements together to make theend result much more than just the sum of the parts.What really makes the difference is NOT just build down to aprice, but instead designing in quality, building up to and achievingan aspiration to excel.Then, with care, consistency, attention to detail, precision andrigorous QC, it’s possible to build great guitars to sell at a pricethat won’t break anyone’s bank.Whatever your guitar or bass needs, there’s a Vintage instrumentthat suits you.Players’ guitars designed for guitar players. It’s that simple.3

“Classic vintage feel,awesome authentic toneand a cool vibe”V6MRTBGBody: AlderNeck: Hard Maple – Bolt OnFingerboard: Rosewood, 21 frets, 7 1/4” radiusScale: 25.5”/648mmPickups: Wilkinson ® single coil x 3 aged ivory (Neck) WVSN,(Middle) WVSM reverse wound/ reverse polarity,(Bridge) WVSB with WHCC hum-cancelling coilControls: 1 x Volume, 2 x Tone (second tone control featuresThomas Blug ‘Bu ka ’ switch (push/push action), 5-Way SelectorTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ55D EZ-Lok Vibrato: Wilkinson ® WVCDScratchplate: 3-ply with Aluminium shieldingHardware: Distressed NickelFinish: Distressed Vintage WhitekDesigned inTrev Wilkinsonassociation withDesign Associates.TWDA.TrOver recent years, guitar enthusiasts have admired the virtuosic electricguitar style of Thomas Blug, one of Europe’s most respected players. Inaddition, Thomas’ work as a product development consultant and productdemonstrator for Hughes & Kettner guitar amplification means he is a regularmust-see feature at music expos and shows worldwide, alongside hisown sought-after CD releases and tuition DVDs, as well asAn Original Design Concepte s.TWDA.performances with the Thomas Blug Band which includes keyboardist ThisVan Leer, erstwhile mainstay of Dutch rock legends, Focus.Thomas has one of the most recognisable guitar sounds in the world, playingwith a fluid, melodic and powerful style, and has over the years,become synonymous with his much-loved and instantly recognisable electricguitar, a well-used faded Olympic White ‘61.As a player who has been the inspiration to thousands of players, Thomaschose Trev Wilkinson, and UK guitar brand Vintage ® , to prove the point thatit is possible to create in a signature guitar an instrument which faithfully4

kVintage®THOMASBLUGSignatureThomas BlugV6MRTBG Signature...What does Thomas particularly like about his Vintage ® SIGNATURE Series V6?“Simple really, classic vintage feel, awesome authentic tone and a cool vibe…all at the price of the ‘good old days’...I’ve been associated with just one guitar for so many years now, and for me thisclassic electric guitar design has always been the most versatile and expressiveguitar of all times, and contributed so much to my personality as a player, my styleand my music.So why should I change a design that has all the basic character I love?Since I always wanted just one guitar to play on stage, I came up with someimprovements which take nothing away from the original tone, but help my guitarwork in the modern world, particularly with overcoming the issues with high gainmodern amps, and extreme whammy bar use.With my Vintage SIGNATURE Series V6 you’ll get all the Thomas Blug electronictricks, the hallmark tones and mechanical improvements, all imbued with a lot ofvintage spirit.My original ’61 guitar is just so precious to me, and so valuable, it’s getting moreand more difficult to even justify taking it to work.When I challenged Vintage, and Trev Wilkinson to make me a credible replica of my’61, I had no idea the guitar would be so good, so close to the original that I seamlesslyswap between the two.My ‘61 is priceless; My Vintage SIGNATURE Series V6 is no compromise,and less price.Awesome...!”In addition to the already high specification of the Vintage ICON V6, the ThomasBlug SIGNATURE Series V6 guitar also features;Classic 21 fret neck, with 7 1/4” radius fingerboard camber, and medium jumbofrets for a positive, authentic vintage feel.Authentic 60’s style aluminium shielding under scratchplate to reduce inductedhum and static noise.Reverse polarity middle position pickup plus auto bypass of dummy coil inpositions 2 and 4.Thomas’ secret weapon - a ‘No treble loss’ condenser in the volume pot circuit.Switchable dummy coil for reduced hum and less glassy tone with overdrivesounds via the Thomas Blug ‘Bu ka ’ switch, (push-push action) on the secondtone control.kFeaturesThomas and Trev wire in the ‘Bu ka ’ switch, a selectable hum-cancelling extra coil facility.k.TWDA.Trrecreates the unique attributes of his beloved ‘61.With its battle-scarred body, custom electronics and personalised switchingall added to the already exceptionally well-spec’d Vintage ® ICONSeries V6 guitar, players looking for an edge with this iconic design, andwho also perhaps aspire to emulate Thomas’ spine-tingling sound, cannow buy exactly the same instrument which he uses in his day-to-day work.“Outstanding”, comments Thomas on his Vintage ® SIGNATURE V6An Original Design Concepte s.TWDA.guitar. “To achieve all this, in an instrument which literally anyone canafford, even a first time buyer, is an unbelievable result.”5

V6HMRBody: AlderNeck: One Piece Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ55D E-Z-LokDistressedVibrato: Wilkinson ® WVCD DistressedPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 2(N) WVS (M) WVS (B) WHHBScratchplate: Mock TortoiseshellHardware: Distressed NickelControls: 1 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 5-Way LeverFinish: 3 Tone Sunburst, DistressedV6HMRSBDistressed Hardware3 Tone SunburstBLACK ‘N’ BLUESV6MRBKDistressedBlackLV6MRBKLeft HandGuitarists may verywell recognise theheavy wear ‘n’ tearpattern scarring on theglossless BoulevardBlack body, with theguitar’s stripped mapleneck and fingerboard alsoemulating the ageingprocess of countless hoursof use in rehearsals,recordings, in and out offlightcases and onstageon numerousinternational tours.Designed inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign AssociatesNothing gives off that unique, so-cool vibe like a guitar that’sobviously seen some serious use. Like a battle-scarred warriorthat always gives its best, the instrument’s character shinesthrough the worn finish, saying ‘this guitar has paid its dues’.Its sound has the heart and soul of a thousand gigs in it andyou can feel it when you play it. It feels special to hold, andspecial to play.But how many people can afford the vintage instrument of theirdreams? That special instrument which displays a unique levelof wear from decades of playing - at home, numerous rehearsalsessions, smokey pubs to working mens’ clubs, gigs and toursat home and abroad? Or how many guitarists can wait 20 yearsbefore their own guitar starts to show that kind of time-relatedcharacter?6

V6MRBody: Eastern PoplarNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt On(MRBK) One Piece Hard Maple with Rosewood StripeFingerboard: Rosewood, (MRBK) MapleScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ55 E-Z-LokVibrato: Wilkinson ® WVCPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 3(N) WVS (M) WVS (B) WVSHardware: NickelControls: 1 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 5-Way LeverVintage®ICONV6Series‘...this Vintage V6 Icon guitar looks gloriously f ** ked.’‘What we weren’t expecting was the sheer qualitythat lurked underneath those finishes.’Total Guitar magazineV6MRSSBDistressedSunsetSunburstLV6MRSSBLeft HandV6MRLBDistressedLaguna BlueV6MRWWDistressedWoodstockWhiteV6MRFRDistressedFirenza RedNow you don’t have to wait! You don’t even have to re-mortgagethe house to make the payment. Renowned guitar specialistsVintage, in conjunction with acknowledged guitar guru, TrevWilkinson, have a specially pre-aged electric guitar range thatticks all the boxes - the Vintage ICON TM Series.These fantastic guitars, fully equipped with equally agedWilkinson tuners, hardware and pickups look like they’ve beenplayed for decades with all the marks, wear and tear to prove it.They’ve been through the mill but they’re cool and ready for thenext gig.Get one of the Vintage ICON TM Series guitars and save 20 yearsof your life! Best of all, you won’t believe the price...7

Vintage®ICONV52/V62SeriesV52MRBody: American AlderNeck: Hard Maple, Bolt-OnFingerboard: MapleScale: 25.5”/ 648mmFrets: 22 MediumNeck Inlays: Black DotTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ55SDBridge: Wilkinson ® WTBDPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 2(N) WVTN Alnico (B) WVOB AlnicoScratchplate: Black Single PlyControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 3-Way LeverV52MRBSDistressedButterscotchV62MRBody: American AlderNeck: Hard Maple, Bolt-OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/ 648mmFrets: 22 MediumNeck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ55SDBridge: Wilkinson ® WTBDPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 2(N) WVTN Alnico (B) WVTB AlnicoScratchplate: White Single PlyControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 3-Way LeverV62MRABDistressedAsh BlondeDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates8

Vintage®ICONVJ96/V4SeriesVJ96MRBody: Eastern PoplarNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: FretlessNeck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJBL200Bridge: AdjustablePickups: Wilkinson ® JB x 2(M) WJB00, (B) WJB800Hardware: NickelControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x ToneIf you have a taste for something different but atthe same time so well known, this is your bass.Now you can get the true flavour of those famousbass lines from one of the most distinctive jazz rockbass players ever - check the fretless neck with thefret lines and dot markers still visible; no scratchplatebut with the screw holes still open, and onlythe chrome control panel plate left; oooh... thatpatterned scarring...keep an eye on the weather!VJ96MRJPFretlessDistressedSunsetSunburstV4MRSSBDistressedSunset SunburstV4MRBody: Eastern PoplarNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 20Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJBL200Bridge: AdjustablePickups: Wilkinson ® PB x 1 (M) WPBHardware: NickelControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone‘The V4 remainsgood value for money’Stuart Clayton,Bass Guitar magazine“My Vintage Icon bassis f*c*ing incredible.It feels so natural,like I’ve been playingit for years!”John McCoy – GMTDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates9

Vintage®ICONVS6SeriesVS6MRPBody: MahoganyNeck: Mahogany - Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ15 w/mini oval buttonsBridge: Wilkinson Wrapover, DistressedPickups: Wilkinson ® (B) W90SKBHardware: Nickel, DistressedControls: 1 x Volume, 1 x ToneVS6MRPCRDistressedCherry RedVS6MRBody: MahoganyNeck: Mahogany, Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22 medium jumboInlays: Pearloid CrownTuners: Wilkinson Deluxe WJ44D 3+3Bridge: Tune-O-Matic w/stop bar tailpiecePickups: Wilkinson Humbucker x 2(N) MWVC (B) MWVCScratchplate: Black 3-plyHardware: Nickel, DistressedControls: 2 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-way toggleVS6MRCRDistressedCherry RedDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates13

Vintage®V6ReIssuedSeriesThe Wilkinson ® WVC vibrato bridge featured onthe Vintage ® V6 is a masterpiece of detail.Positive location, 6 screw design providesreturn to pitch accuracy;perpendicular bend,high grade steel saddles enhance tonalityand “snap”. Ground base platecorner provides authentic looks.Stagger drilled cast blocksignificantly enhances returnto pitch accuracy andclassic vintage tone.Balanced set of Wilkinson ® WVS vintage-voicedAlnico V pickups, with staggered, chamferededge pole pieces, for authentic tone andcontemporary power. Reverse wound, reversepolarity centre pickup, provides hum cancellingin switch position 2 and 4.V6SSBSunset SunburstMedium profile frets add tocomfort, accuracy and overallpositive feel of the Vintage ® V6.American Alder body provides resonance,tone and ‘correct weight’ comfort,enhanced with correctly radiussedcontoured body.Push-in delrin-bushed armwith variable tension providesthe arm feel that suits your style.Vintage V6 tone layout also providesextra versatility by controlling boththe middle and bridge pickups withthe back tone control.Designed inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign AssociatesLV6SSBSunset SunburstLeft HandThe Vintage V6 Series offers an extraordinarily high level ofspecification, with many built-in custom shop level features.These include the revered Wilkinson WVC original specificationvibrato featuring authentic bent steel saddles fro that classicsparkle and tone; precision machined pivot points for total‘return to pitch’ accuracy and a stagger-drilled sustain block toprevent string hang-up. An adjustable, ‘vintage bend’ push-inarm completes this definitive vibrato system.Attention to authentic tone continues with the use of a matchedand calibrated set of Wilkinson Alnico V single coil pickups,using a reverse wound/reverse polarity middle pickup for clarityand dynamics and feature true vintage-style chamfered edgepolepieces. With one volume and two tone controls, the secondneatly wired to work on both middle and bridge pickups, the 5-way lever switch and control circuitry are configured for maximumtone, evenness of response and output for supreme versatility.14

Wilkinson ® WJ55 patented E-Z-Lok tuners.Simple, effective locking action for increasedtuning stability. Staggered string post heightsprovide correct string rake angle for smoothvibrato action and correctplaying tension.Straight string pull headstock forsnag free vibrato.Classic headstock designfor balance and visual appeal.Traditional 10" radiusfingerboard provides positivefeel, definition and superiortone!Classic Vintage ‘soft C’profile hard rock mapleneck: instant comfort,speed, accuracy andgreat feel.Graphite top nut,smooth and friction free.V6Body: American AlderNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: Rosewood. One Piece Maple (MFR/MSSB)Scale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot. Black dot (MFR/MSSB)Tuners: Wilkinson ® WJ55 E-Z-LOKVibrato: Wilkinson ® WVCPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 3(N) WVS (M) WVS (B) WVSHardware: ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 5-Way LeverAs if the cool ‘left hand neck ona right hand body’ wasn’t enoughof a vibe, the unique invertedWilkinson single coil staggeredpickup polepiece layout andreversed bridge pickup on theVintage ‘FILLMORE’ V6JMH isalso designed to give you a trulyauthentic taste of that special‘right hand guitar flipped over’tone of Jimi’s masterly lefthandedgenius.V6JMHOlympia White‘FILLMORE’V6BBBoulevard BlackV6LBLaguna BlueV6MFRFirenza RedV6MSSB3 Tone SunburstIf you’re looking for a different kind of guitar vibe, the newV6JMH definitely has more ‘guitar mojo’ going for it than most...Check that left hand neck on a right hand body, for starters...Not only that, even though it’s a right hand body, closer inspectionreveals that the full-toned, matched and calibrated set of Wilkinsonstaggered pole, alnico-powered single coil pickups are a lefthand set, meaning that the polepiece sequence is also inverted,providing a unique tonality redolent of one of the most legendaryguitarists ever... Especially as the bridge pickup position is alsoinverted meaning that the pickup bass side sits nearest thebridge with the treble side angled forward from the bridge!Otherwise, the cool-looking, unique-sounding V6JMH offers allthe other impressive build quality and features found in V6range, a comfortable, accurately-sculpted body; smooth, easyto-play,mid-depth C-section neck, and a full complement ofWilkinson hardware designed for premium guitar performance.15

Vintage®V52/V62SeriesV52Body: American AlderNeck: One Piece Hard Maple, Bolt-OnFingerboard: MapleScale: 25.5”/ 648mmFrets: 22 MediumNeck Inlays: Black DotTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ55SBridge: Wilkinson ® WTBPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 2(N) WVTN Alnico (B) WVOB AlnicoScratchplate: Black Single PlyControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 3-Way LeverV52BSButterscotchV62Body: American AlderNeck: Hard Maple, Bolt-OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/ 648mmFrets: 22 MediumNeck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ55SBridge: Wilkinson ® WTBPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 2(N) WVTN Alnico (B) WVTB AlnicoScratchplate: White Single PlyControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 3-Way LeverV62ABAsh BlondeDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates16

Vintage®V2SeriesV2Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: Rosewood (BLD) Maple (BK)Scale: 25.5”/ 648mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot (BLD) Black Dot (BK)Tuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ55SBridge: Wilkinson ® WTBPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 2(N) MWTN (B) MWTBHardware: ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 3-Way LeverV2BKBlackV2BLDBlondeWilkinson ® WTB BridgeThis classic 3-saddle design has been around for over 50 yearsand is still regarded as the ultimate ‘tone machine’. Staggeredbrass saddles offer individual string intonation never beforeavailable in a design of this type, still widely regarded as the ‘tonemachine’. The baseplate itself is a faithful reproduction of theoriginal, made from steel, very important in a bridge of this styledue to the tonal effect it has on the magnetic field of the pickupmounted in it.‘The V2 offers the traditionalbridge single coil... with bags ofbright cutting tone and anupper-end clang that can cutglass, while the flutiness of thechromed neck pickup holds itsown in the blues-lick field...’Music Mart magazineDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates17

Vintage®V100SeriesV100Body: MahoganyTop: Solid Carved Mahogany (GT/ WR/ BB/ AW),Flamed Maple Veneer (HB/ TSB/ CS/ IT)Neck: Mahogany - Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid CrownTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ44Chrome (BLK/ GT/ CS) Gold (TSB/ BB/ AW/ WR)Bridge: Tune-O-MaticPickups: V100TSB/BB/CS/IT/HB/AW Wilkinson ®Humbucker x 2 (N) MWVC (B) MWVCV100GT Wilkinson ® Stacked Ceramic x 2(N) W90SK (B) W90SKV100WR Wilkinson ® Mini Humbucker x 2(N) WMC301 (B) WMC301Hardware: Chrome (GT/CS/IT/HB)Gold (TSB/BB/WR/AW)Controls: 2 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-Way ToggleDesigned inassociation withTrev Wilkinson18Design AssociatesIn terms of looks and attitude, few guitars can match the outand out appeal of the Vintage V100. Offering an extraordinarilyhigh level of specification, the build quality and constructionaldetail of the Vintage V100 includes a solid mahogany body andneck mated in true ‘set neck’ fashion for maximum toneenhancingrigidity. An accurately-carved gently arched body topadditionally adds to the V100’s distinctive look. The mahoganyand maple tonewoods are the ideal recipe for the kind ofsounds that this style of guitar is renowned for - smokey, sultry,LV100TSBTobacco SunburstLeft Handsweet-toned bluesy licks with a warm jazzy feel from the neckpickup help soothe the soul with an emotional calm. Chargingto the other extreme with a flick of the 3-way selector switchallows the back pickup to rage and rampage through high gainamplification like no other.The Vintage V100 is a perfect example of Trev Wilkinson’sfascination with tone. Whilst working in California, Trev’sdevelopment work in the guitar industry led him to a meeting

‘...the V100 delivers heavy metal chordsand screaming lead runs with ease.’‘Craftsmanship is superb for a modelwithin this price tag.’Music Mart magazineV100HBFlamed Honey Burst‘Classic looks coupled with areally impressive specification....it’s got the looks and the tones -without a second mortgage.’Gear magazineV100BLKGloss BlackV100GTGold TopV100WRWine RedV100BBGloss BlackV100CSFlame MapleCherry SunburstV100ITFlamed Ice TeaV100TSBTobacco SunburstV100AWArtic Whitewith the father of the humbucking pickup, Seth Lover.Recognising a kindred enquiring and inventive guitar spirit, SethLover imparted to Trev the exact specification of the mythicalpickup units he designed, and that same authentic vintagevoiced recipe is what Trev uses in the V100’s humbuckers toensure you can get that elusive iconic tone from the VintageV100.The V100’s rock solid chassis allows for positive string anchoringand location with the precision-manufactured Tune-O-Maticbridge and stop bar tailpiece. On the elegantly-shaped headstock,a set of three-a-side Wilkinson WJ44 tuners offers boththe precise tuning feel and accuracy you’d expect from this typeof guitar and - of course - the correct look, too.Check out the range of classic finishes available on the V100and we’re sure you’ll agree that this is an irresistible package ofattitude, power and tone!19

Vintage®V99SeriesV99Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid CrownTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ44Bridge: Tune-O-MaticPickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2(N) MWVC (B) MWVCHardware: ChromeControls: 2 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-Way Toggle‘Surprisingly convincing, helpedby a really high quality finish.Wilkinson pickups are the icingon these tasty instruments;plenty of poke on tap.’Gear magazineV99BBlackV99CSCherry SunburstLV99CSCherry SunburstLeft HandDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates20

Vintage®VR100SeriesVR100CRBody: MahoganyNeck: Mahogany - Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ44Bridge: Wrap Over Bridge TailpiecePickups: Wilkinson ® Stacked Ceramic x 1(B) W90SKBHardware: ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x ToneVR100CRCherry RedVR100LMBody: MahoganyNeck: Maple - Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ44Bridge: Wrap Over Bridge TailpiecePickups: Wilkinson ® Stacked Ceramic x 2(N) W90SK (B) W90SKHardware: ChromeControls: 2 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-Way Toggle‘Mahogany body, wrap-overbridge and alnico soapbar pickupwill get you close to the ‘tudeof New York Dolls legend JohnnyThunders! (VR100CR).’Total Guitar magazineVR100LMLimed MahoganyWilkinson Stacked Soapbar PickupThe VR100 series guitars use Wilkinson W90SKpickups. In their stacked format, these ceramicpickups offer humcancelling performance, with allthe reassuring clarity and bite of the traditionalsoapbar type pickup.On these models, the Wilkinson wrap-overbridge/tailpiece combination provides an authentic,direct and lively response, aided by fixed stepintonating saddles.Designed inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates21

Vintage®VS6Series‘...winding the wick down a tadand flicking to the neck pickupgets you a classy throaty bluessound that’s creamier thanUnigate.’Total Guitar magazineVS6Body: MahoganyNeck: Mahogany - Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid CrownTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ44Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Stop Bar TailpiecePickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2(N) MWVC (B) MWVCHardware: Chrome (VS6/ VS6B/ LVS6),Gold (VS6VW/ VS6CG)Controls: 2 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-Way ToggleVS6VWVintage WhiteLVS6VWVintage WhiteLeft HandVS6CGCherry RedVS6BGloss BlackDesigned inTrev Wilkinson22association withDesign AssociatesVS6Cherry RedLVS6Cherry RedLeft Hand

Vintage®VV60SeriesVV60TATrans AmberVV60Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Maple - Set NeckFingerboard: Bound RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid CrownTuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ44,Bridge: Tune-O-MaticTailpiece: V-style, through-body stringingPickups: Wilkinson ® Gold Plated CoveredHumbucker x 2 (N) WHHBN (B) WHHBBHardware: Gold PlatedScratchplate: 3-Ply w/b/wControls: 2 x Volume/1 x Tone/3-Way ToggleCheck out that neat gold plated 'V' tailpiece plate belowthe Tune-o-matic bridge on the front of the fabulous VintageVV60 not only does it look totally cool, it also acts as a coverplate for this particular guitar's through-body stringing, thusensuring that the Vintage VV has rock-solid string anchoring fora truly rock-solid tone from the classy complement of dualWilkinson vintage-voiced humbuckers.Designed inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates23

Vintage®RockSeriesVRS100CGloss BlackVRS100 / VRS110Body: Eastern PoplarTop: Flame Maple Veneer (TGN)Binding: Body, Neck & Headstock (C)Neck: Maple - Set NeckFingerboard: Rosewood Scale: 24.75”/628mmFrets: 24 Neck Inlays: Abalone Dot/ Vintage 12thTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ807 E-Z-LOKVibrato: Wilkinson ® WVP (VRS100’s)Bridge: Wilkinson ® WTB Wrapover (VRS110)Pickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2 (N) MWVC(B) MWVCHardware: GoldControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 3-Way Toggle‘The exclusive ‘wave’knife-edge design workslike a dream and looksjust as good.’‘...you’ll be mightily impressedwith this cool guitar. Get outthere and give it a blast.’Total Guitar magazineDesigned inassociation withTrev Wilkinson24Design AssociatesVRS100AWArctic WhiteVRS100TGNFlame Maple Green

Vintage®VP6SeriesVRS110CGloss BlackAaron Carey -Make It Better Later‘Wilkinson has put a lot oftime and skill into hardwarethat looks conventional butworks that little bit better.’VP6Body: MahoganyNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ05 E-Z-LOKVibrato: Wilkinson ® WVCPickups: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 2/Double Coil x 1 (N) MWSC (M) MWSC (B) WHHBScratchplate: PearloidHardware: ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 5-Way LeverGav Coulson -Shield Of Steel‘But the sustain - wow!Even at low volume levels,and with a moderate amountof gain, these beauties sing,and sing... and sing.’Play Music Pickup magazineVP6Natural‘VP6 ...it just wants toget on with whateveryou want it to do!’Gear magazineVP6A single coil/single coil/humbucker pickup layout,in conjunction with theguitar’s Super 5-Way switchand traditional vibrato systemoffers huge potential for theguitarist looking for a do-it-allinstrument that looks goodtoo!VRS110CGloss Black25

‘...the Wraith was the best-soundingguitar’ he’d ever heard me play...’Guitar & Bass magazineWraithVWR1001BRQBlood Red QuiltThe Wraith offers the fluid, wideranging performance of thelegendary Floyd Rose ® doublelocking tremolo system, with quickand simple push-in tremolo arm,plus the hugely versatile Super5-way lever switch which gives anamazing range of tones from thetwo Wilkinson double coil pickups.VWR1001HBFHelms Black FlameVWR999HBFHelms Black FlameVWR1001Body: Eastern PoplarTop: Quilted Maple (BRQ) Flame Maple (HBF)Neck: Maple – Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot/ XX 12th Fret InlayTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ07Vibrato: Floyd Rose ® Double LockingPickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2(N) WMSH (B) WMSHHardware: Satin Black (BRQ),Satin Chrome (HBF)Controls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/Super 5-Way LeverAccessories: Hex Key Headstock HolderVWR999Body: Eastern PoplarTop: Flame MapleNeck: Maple – Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot/ Vintage 12thTuners: Wilkinson ® WJB650Bridge: Heavy Duty Multi-Adjustable,Raised TailPickups: Wilkinson ® PB x 1/ JB x 1(N) WPBE500 (B) WJB900Hardware: Satin ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/1 x Treble/ 1 x Balance‘The Wilkinson pickups are dark andmoody, producing brooding powerchords and thick single notes.’‘...the Wraith stays in tuneadmirably, even when you’retotally abusing the bar...’Guitar & Bass magazineWraith BassThe active EQ controls on the WraithBass increase the tonal width of theinstrument, giving a smoother, deeperbass response and a more crisplydefined treble with a blend controlto help you get the bass soundyou want.An Original Design ConceptTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates26

‘...it more than delivers the goods,going from grunge to grind andcrunch to metal mayhem withequal ease (Warp).’Guitarist magazineVW5001BKGloss BlackWarpVR90001BKGloss BlackVW5001Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Maple – Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets:24Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot/ Vintage 12thTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ07Vibrato: Floyd Rose ® Double LockingPickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2(N) WMSH (B) WMSHHardware: Gloss BlackControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/Super 5-Way LeverVW9001Active BassBody: Eastern PoplarNeck: Maple – Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot/ Vintage 12thTuners: Wilkinson ® WJB650Bridge: Heavy Duty Multi-Adjustable,Raised TailPickups: Wilkinson ® PB x 1/ JB x 1(N) WPBE500 (B) WJB900Hardware: Gloss BlackControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/1 x Treble/ 1 x Balance®27

‘The Reaper wasdesigned with a specificagenda - to ‘cut the rockmustard’ with its ‘powerhousepickup layout oftwo rampaginghumbuckers...’Guitar & Bass magazineREAPERVR3001Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Pearloid Sail-FinTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ05Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Stop Bar Tailpiece(SWB), Floyd Rose ® Double Locking (BKZ)Pickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2(N) WMSH (B) WMSHHardware: Satin BlackControls: 1 x Volume/1 x Tone/Super 5-Way Lever?VR3001BKZGloss BlackRAZERVR4001Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Maple – Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot/ XX 12thTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ07Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Stop Bar TailpiecePickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2(N) WHHB-N (B) WHHB-BHardware: Matt BlackControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ Coil Tap/3-Way ToggleVR3001SWBGloss Black/Vintage WhiteVR4001CMOCamouflageVR4001BKBlack'When it comes to inexpensive butfine guitars, Vintage is reallytrying to push the boundaries...behind its hardcore looks andMetal Axxe truss rod coveremblem, the Razer's coil tapoption on the twin humbuckersmakes it a more versatileinstrument than you'd think'What Guitar magazineAn Original Design ConceptTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates28

RaiderUsing a Humbucker/Single/Humbuckerpickup layout gives a great palette ofguitar sounds, even more so with theamazing Super 5-Way Lever switch,making for a very versatile,very usable guitar indeed.V8BRQBlood Red QuiltVR2001BMSBlack Metal SparkleV8BRQBody: BasswoodTop: Maple QuiltNeck: Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Pearloid Dot/ Vintage 12thTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ07Bridge: Floyd Rose ® Double LockingPickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2(N) WMSH (B) WMSHHardware: GoldControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ Super 5-WayLever‘Those pickups can really pushan amp, producing grit and grainwell suited to aggressive rockstyles, although their gooddefinition gives plenty of scopefor extra expression (V8).’Guitarist magazineRAIDERVR2001BMSBody: Eastern PoplarNeck: Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Sail-FinTuners: Wilkinson ® WJ05Bridge: Floyd Rose ® Double LockingPickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2 (N) WMSH(B) WMSH, Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 1 (M) WMSSHardware: ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/1 x Tone/ Super 5-Way LeverDesigned inassociation with®Trev WilkinsonDesign Associates29

Vintage®VSA555/535SeriesVSA535TobaccoSunburstVSA555/535Body: MapleTop: Maple Laminate (555), Maple (535)Neck: Maple Set-NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22Neck Inlays: Abalone/ Pearloid Block (555)Pearloid Block (535)Tuners: Wilkinson ® Deluxe WJ44Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Stop Bar TailpiecePickups: Wilkinson ® MWVC (N) MWVC (B)Hardware: Gold (555), Chrome (535)Controls: 2 Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-Way TogglePaul WellerVSA535CRCherry RedVSA535-1212 StringTobaccoSunburstVSA555EbonyDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates30One word best describes the semi-acoustic genre of electric guitar- versatile. Originally designed to be the link between the originalbig bodied ‘jazz box’ guitar styles from the swing and big bandmusical eras of the 1930’s and 40’s, and the then-new boy onthe block in the 50’s, the smaller-sized solid body electric guitar,the slim-bodied semi-acoustic offered the best of both worlds inmany respects.Tonally they offer the depth and smoothness of the bigger jazzers,backed with the firepower and ‘versatility’ of solid body electrics.And while the solid body electrics went on to grab the headlinesand the glory, the more reserved nature of the semi-acousticmodels appealed to players across a wide range of styles whoappreciated the do-anything nature of these user-friendlyguitars. There’s just something about all that extra air insidethe body of these semi-acoustics that helps add a notablyadditional sweetness to their sound that’s hard to resist.The newest addition to the Vintage range of semi-acoustics, theVSA590, stays commendably faithful to the constructional

Vintage®VSA590SeriesVSA590TobaccoSunburstVSA590 includes caseBody: MapleNeck: Mahogany - Set NeckFingerboard: RosewoodNeck Inlays: Abalone BlockScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 22Bridge: Tune-O-Matic with Trapeze TailpiecePickups: Wilkinson ® x 2 WC90 (B) WC90 (N)w/Nickel Plated CoversMachines: Grover Kidney ButtonHardware: NickelControls: 2 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-Way ToggleCase: IncludedVSA575Body: MapleTop: MapleNeck: Maple Set-NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 24.75”/ 628mmFrets: 20Neck Inlays: Abalone/ Pearloid BlockTuners: Wilkinson ® Individual Gold Tulip ButtonBridge: Tune-O-Matic/Floating Rosewood BaseTailpiece: TrapezePickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2 MWVCHardware: GoldControls: 2 x Volume/ 2 x Tone/ 3-Way ToggleVSA575Tobacco Sunburst“Whether it’s blues, jazz ora full modern rock tone,the VSA535 does it all!”Phil Thorell – The Forcetraditions of the big-bodied slimline semi. However, the VSA590features a solid central internal body wood section into whichthe nickel-covered dog ear P90 pickups are mounted throughthe accurately-shaped arched body top. As well as increasingthe tonal range and depth of the VSA590, this type of buildhelps eliminate any potential feedback problems.Also increasing the already-considerable appeal of these highspecaccurately-constructed Vintage semis is the fabulous newaddition of a VSA535 12-string. This format undoubtedly offershuge tonal interest to fans of that gorgeous ringing 12-stringjangle, with that so-distinctive lush and resonant ring - this guitarsounds like an orchestra on its own!These exciting new guitars, of course, join the existing VSA535and 555 instruments, which have already won acclaim withplayers who appreciate a truly attractive and impressive-lookinginstrument. And with a sound which will flatter any musiciansplaying in various genres of music, isn’t that what we’re alllooking for at the end of the day? So let a big-bodied, big tonedVintage be your musical best friend from now on!31

Vintage®VSA850Series‘...an elegant and attractiveguitar with authentic designfeatures which definitely give afeel for guitars of the era.’Gear magazineVSA850WHWhiteVSA850Body: MapleTop: MapleNeck: Maple Set-NeckFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 25.5”/648mmFrets: 20Neck Inlays: Pearloid BlockTuners: Wilkinson ® Individual Kidney ButtonBridge: Tune-O-Matic/Floating Rosewood BaseVibrato: Bigsby ® Lever Arm SystemPickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 2 WHHBHardware: Chrome (OR) Gold (WH)Controls: 3 x Volume/ 1 x Tone/ 3-Way ToggleScratchplate: Clear Acrylic‘Plugged in, the sound is justamazing. I used modelling andtraditional amps for my testsand the guitar sounded superbthrough both.’‘The VSA850 was spookily closeto Brian Setzer’s sound!’Gear magazineVSA850OROrangeDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates32

Basses2010Bass; The fundamentals, delivering low register notes withaccomplished authority.It’s reassuring to note that an ever-increasing number of discerningbassists, from the enthusiastic amateur to the hardened professionalwho depends on the performance of their bass guitar for their livingknow that, when it counts, Vintage basses can be counted on todeliver.From the more traditional style of bass guitar which has been astalwart performer of the music industry for almost six decades,through to the beautiful and exotic wood graining of morecontemporary, boutique-style neck-thru-body instruments, Vintagebasses are infused with designer Trev Wilkinson’s unique andinvaluable knowledge, unquestionably a key element in setting theVintage bass guitar range apart with the almost imperceptiblenuances and finesse.And what of the musicians who use Vintage basses? Legendary UKsession and touring bassist, John McCoy (Gillan, GMT, etc) forinstance, whose uniquely thundering yet melodic bass style naturallydrew him towards the merits of the equally rock-solid Vintage V4Icon. If you've ever seen John's original much-used bass guitar thathe's owned since 1968, then it's no surprise that he also feels mostat home with the pre-distressed Vintage Icon finish. And that worksso well for John that when he declares his V4MRSSB Icon to be‘..f•••••g incredible - it feels like I’ve been playing it for years,’ well,we’re not arguing...Thru-necks, active, passive, user-friendly organic downsized bodies,4 and 5-string options, distressed finishes, luxury boutique-stylefinishes, traditional designs, contemporary designs... Or, if you havea taste for the more extreme, Metal Axxe bass guitars could be yourideal weapon of choice; elegant yet aggressive, these basses arepunchy and powerful performers, totally guaranteed to get younoticed.The 2010 Vintage bass guitar line-up is a feasting frenzy for fourand five string fans. Looks. Build quality. Premium grade Wilkinsonpickups and hardware. Top playing performance. Attitude. Style.Vintage basses - ready when you are.Why compromise?Vintage doesn’t.John McCoy – GMTV4 Icon Bass - see page 9.ReIssued version page 34.33

Vintage®V4ReIssuedSeriesPic. Gig Sniper Photography“I need a bass that packsenough punch with goodplayability and most importantlyoffers value for money.The V4 has this in spades!”Jarrad Noir - Foreign LegionV4Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 20Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJBL200Bridge: AdjustablePickups: Wilkinson ® WBP Alnico VHardware: ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x ToneV4 BridgeThe heart of a good bass sound lies withthe string anchoring, and the V4’s bridgemakes sure that’s the way it stays.Face mounted and fully adjustable, the rearloaded strings pass over the V4’s chunkybrass bridge saddles for maximum bottomend tone.V4SBSunsetSunburstDesigned inassociation withTrev Wilkinson34Design AssociatesV4BKBoulevard BlackV4VWVintage WhiteLV4BBBoulevard BlackLeft Hand

Vintage®EJM96Series‘Solid as a rock, grunts like a trucker.’‘The neck is something quite special, being so slenderit just seems to dissolve under the hand.’‘...be prepared for some serious grunt.’What Guitar magazineEJM96Body: Eastern PoplarNeck: Hard Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 20Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJBL200Bridge: AdjustablePickups: Wilkinson ® PB x 2(M) WJB00, (B) WJB800Hardware: ChromeControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x ToneEJM96Wilkinson bass tuners are impressivelyengineered for maximum performance,smooth action and complete accuracy.Chunky, open geared ‘elephant ear’ styletuners allow a lifetime of quick and easyno-fuss bass tuning.EJM96BKGlossBlackDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign AssociatesEJM96Sunburst35

Vintage®EST96ActiveSeriesTrevor LeatherKO Kaine“This baby plays like a dreamand sounds like a monster.Fast neck with a fullbodied sound.Phat with a capital V!”Trevor Leather Nichols - KO KaineEST96AF5-StringFlame TopBrownburstEST96Body: Eastern PoplarTop: Flame Maple (AF)Neck: Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: MapleScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 21Neck Inlays: Black DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJBL200Bridge: AdjustablePickups: Wilkinson ® Humbucker x 1(B) WSM4 – 4 string(B) WSM5 – 5 stringHardware: ChromeControls: 3-Band Active EQBass 12dB ± 5kHzMiddle 12dB ± 2kHzTreble 12dB ± 100Hz1 x VolumeEST96BABlackEST96SSBSunburstLEST96SBALeft HandSunburstEST96NANaturalEST96 ActiveThe combination of a chunky Wilkinson humbuckerbass pickup and powerful 3-band onboard EQ,controlled by active bass, mid and treble rotaries,takes the sound of the Vintage EST96 activebasses from smooth and mellow traditional bassguitar tones all the way to super-funkycontemporary grooves.‘The EST96NA is certainly oneof the most comfortable bassguitars I’ve ever played.’‘...a very capable performer.’Gear magazineDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign Associates36

Vintage®V940/950ActiveSeries‘...I’m also keen on the Vintage becauseof the bubinga body, satin finish, and great tone....’Bass Guitar magazineV940 MachinesThese slim, elegant individualWilkinson ® WJB150 basstuners are designed to offermaximum tuning efficiencywhilst their conspicuous lackof overall unit weight preventsa ‘neck heavy’ feel to modern,lighter weight instruments.The sealed gear casings alsoprevent dust and grime frominterfering with the tuners’smooth and accurate internalgear operation.V940 / 950Body: BubingaNeck: Maple - Bolt OnFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJB150Bridge: Adjustable /Raised TailPickups: Wilkinson ® Split Coil x 1/ JZ x 1(M) WPBE500 (B) WPBE900Hardware: BlackControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Balance/ Active EQ/Bass/ TrebleV940 Control GroupNeat and unobtrusive, the four-rotary controlcluster on the Vintage V940/950 Series Bassoffers Volume and Balance, with active Bassand Treble EQ controls. Central detentes onthe rotary control travel offer a useful‘neutral’ reference point for EQ and PickupBalance.V940BBubinga‘...a solidlyconstructedbass with theadvantage ofbeing lighterthan other5-strings ’Music Mart magazineAn Original Design ConceptTrev WilkinsonDesign AssociatesV940FLBubingaFretlessV950BBubinga5-string37

Vintage®V1000ActiveSeries'With its elegant body shape,extended cutaways, sweepinghorns and distinctive figured top,the Vintage V1004 is a classyand contemporary-lookingactive bass guitar'Gear magazineV1005 5-StringTranslucent Amber“Tiger Eye”Quilted MapleDesigned inassociation withTrev WilkinsonDesign AssociatesThe new Vintage V1004 and V1005 5-string basses are superb,high performance, neck-through-body instruments, featuring a5-ply neck section of nato and maple, maximising the amount ofmechanical energy from the string excursion being delivered tothe magnetic field of the pickup, bringing out the inherentnatural tones of the woods used, and adding sustain, clarity,definition and power.38Body ‘wings’ of mahogany, give a sleek, striking, contemporarylook with the extended top horn providing optimum balance.The elegant, sculptured body is capped with a book matched,quilted maple veneer, and a scintillating cherry sunburst finishon the four string, and book matched ‘tiger eye’ quilted maplefinished in glowing translucent amber on the 5-string version,both with matching raked back straight string pull headstocks.These luxurious finishes are perfectly complemented by Goldplated hardware.

V1004 / 1005Body: Mahogany WingsTop: Maple Quilt. Spalted Birds Eye Maple (DX)Spalted Maple (SP)Neck: 5-Ply Thru-Neck, Nato/Maple. Maple/Walnut (DX)Nut: Black GraphiteFingerboard: RosewoodScale: 34”/864mmFrets: 24Neck Inlays: Pearloid DotTuners: Wilkinson ® WJB150Bridge: Adjustable/ Raised TailPickups V1004: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 1/Double Coil x 1 (M) WJBE900 (B) WSME4Pickups V1005: Wilkinson ® Single Coil x 1/Double Coil x 1 (M) WJBE900 (B) WSME5Hardware: GoldControls: 1 x Volume/ 1 x Balance/ Active Treble/Active BassV1005SP5-StringSpaltedMapleV1004DXExoticBirds-eyeMapleV1004SPSpaltedMapleV1004Cherry SunburstQuilted MapleOn both 4 and 5-string versions, the thru-neck, scoopedcutaways and ‘heel-less’ design maximises playing access.The versatile two-octave rosewood fingerboard and lowprofile neck makes for excellent playability.Tone, the ‘Holy Grail’, inhabits the V1000 series basses with avengeance. With the massive cast bridge, rock solid saddles,hi-output balanced pickups, and active tone circuitry, allcomplementing the thru neck construction, these bassesproduce awesome, deep penetrating bass, controllable, musicalmids, and sparkling highs.The Vintage V1000 basses give you the power and freedom tobe creative!39

‘Our snobbery led us to assumethat we’d be forced to lay into these guitars.We were wrong,and you should ensure you don’t makethe same mistake.’Simon BradleyTHE GUITAR PLAYER’S BIBLEA John Hornby Skewes Productwww.jhs.co.ukEXCLUSIVE WORLDWIDE TRADE DISTRIBUTORS:JOHN HORNBY SKEWES & CO. LTD., SALEM HOUSE, PARKINSON APPROACH, GARFORTH, LEEDS LS25 2HR, UK.©2010 JHS & Co. Ltd. Specifications and colours are subject to change without prior notice. Vintage is a registered trademark of John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd.