Jacksonville, FL, United States
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Vintage 1960s Greco Model 950 “Shrike” Hollowbody – All Original w/ Case – Excellent ConditionUp for sale is a killer, all-original 1960s Greco Model 950 hollowbody, complete with its original case and in exceptional vintage condition.This is not your average MIJ hollowbody—this is one of Greco’s most unique and collectible early designs, often referred to as the “Shrike” model.A Bit of HistoryThe Greco brand was launched in the early 1960s by Kanda Shokai and quickly became a major player in the explosion of Japanese-made guitars.The Model 950 was part of their late-60s push into more innovative designs, exported to the U.S. through companies like Goya and Kustom during the height of the electric guitar boom. What makes the 950 special is its “Shrike” pickup system—a wild, ahead-of-its-time design featuring split-coil configurations and switching options that gave players a huge tonal palette long before it was common. This was Greco swinging for the fences—and it shows.Specs & FeaturesBody: Thin hollow / semi-hollow double cutawayFinish: Vintage sunburst (aged beautifully)Neck: Bolt-on maple neckFingerboard: Rosewood with block inlaysPickups: Original “Shrike” split-coil pickup system (boomerang-style housings)Electronics: Multi-switch configuration for unique tonal combinationsBridge: Adjustable with vintage tremolo systemHardware: All original chrome hardwareCountry of Origin: Japan (late 1960s)Case: Original vintage chipboard case includedConditionThis guitar is in excellent vintage condition, especially for a nearly 60-year-old instrument:Clean finish with only light, honest wearAll original components intactElectronics functioningNeck is straight, plays comfortablyFrets have solid life remainingA true collector-grade piece that hasn’t been messed with.Tone & PlayabilityThis is where the Model 950 separates itself from the pack.Wide tonal range thanks to the unique pickup switchingBright, articulate top end with hollowbody warmth underneathCan go from jangly and chimey → to thick and garagey → to surprisingly funky and experimentalPlugged in, it has that unmistakable 60s Japanese character—raw, expressive, and full of personality.Unplugged, it’s lively and resonant.Why This OneVintage Grecos are gaining serious traction, but the 950 “Shrike” models sit in a category of their own:Distinctive design you don’t see every dayEarly Japanese craftsmanship from a pivotal eraIncreasingly hard to find complete and unmodifiedAnd finding one that is:All originalCleanIncludes the original case…is getting tough.Final WordIf you’re after something beyond the usual Gibson-style clones—something with real character, history, and tonal versatility—this Greco 950 delivers in a big way.Vintage vibe. Unique electronics. Serious cool factor.No excuses, no stories—just a great, rare guitar.If you want, I can also dial this toward a higher asking price strategy (collector-focused) or a faster flip version depending on how you want to position it.
Price$1,300
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