Washburn can only provide the current MSRP of new instruments currently in production. The two numbers that follow are the day; 12th. Early models up till 2006 were made in the USA and since then they have been made in South Korea. Washburn maintains limited production records. So if "SG" appear near the output jack, S = 1979, and G = July.The 26 letters of the alphabet indicate the year thus:Letter / YearA 1961B 1962C 1963D 1964E 1965F 1966G 1967H 1968I 1969J 1970 (or 1960)K 1971L 1972M 1973N 1974O 1975P 1976Q 1977R 1978S 1979T 1980U 1981V 1982W 1983X 1984Y 1985Z 1986Here are the letters (A-L) used to indicate the month:Letter / MonthA JanuaryB FebruaryC MarchD AprilE MayF JuneG JulyH AugustI SeptemberJ OctoberK NovemberL December 1987 - 1996Similar to the last scheme. Lower numbers indicate earlier years. Starting in early 2011 all G&L serials should be in sequence with the serial located on a metal plate on the back of the headstock. The 4-digit numbers ran from 0000 to the early 0700s and were reserved for early Standard models, basses and other custom instruments. All this serial number information pertains to Hagstroms built in Sweden between 1958 and the early 80s. labels were lost and re-used in 1965. A return authorization number is required for any repairs performed at Washburn. Below are random tidbits that may help you date yours.1980 - 1992First recorded serial numbers for guitars and bass by year:YEAR / GUITAR / BASS1980 G000530 B0005181981 G003122 B0019171982 G009886 B0085251983 G011654 B0103821984 G013273 B0142661985 G014690 B0161081986 G017325 B0176911987 G020241 B0180631988 G023725 B0196271989 G024983 0201061990 G026344 B0217881991 G027163 B0230131992 G029962 B024288GF and BC prefixes were used for the George Fullerton Signature Model and the Broadcaster, respectively. Damage caused by dropping, scratching, smashing, stage diving, and damage due to improper storage or care of the instrument is not covered under warranty. The production run can narrow down the year produced but only if you have the mythical Hagstrom book that apparently Hagstrom does not allow to be reproduced. Here's some confusion for you. The third and fourth letters are the date; QI=02. At that point, observing your model's features and comparing to other examples will be helpful. But, it's not always the case with Oscar Schmidt. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. The second letter is the month; June. 3042779.----------------------------------------------FYYMMRRRRF/FF = factory ID Y/YY = year of manufactureMM = month of manufactureRRRR = ranking numberExample: 3021234 = Samick Korea / 1993 / February / unit 1234Example: S3021234 = Samick Korea / 1993 / February / unit 1234Example: S93021234 = Samick Korea / 1993 / February / unit 1234Example: SI01021234 = Samick Indonesia / 2001 / February / unit 1234Example: SI010212345 = Samick Indonesia / 2001 / February / unit 12345Note: There may be no factory designator for some 1993 and earlier models. The third letter is the month; M=June. See the explanation for serial number 20070311301 below:20070311301 First four digits indicate the year - 200720070311301 5th & 6th digits indicate the two-digit month - 03 (March)20070311301 7th & 8th digits indicate the day - 11 (the 11th)20070311301 9th digit is a series code number - 0 for 300 or 400 Series, 1 for 500 thru Presentation Series, 2 for 200 Series, 3 for a Baby, 4 for a Big Baby, 5 for T5, 7 for Nylon Series, 8 for 100 Series, and 9 for SolidBody Series. However, I did find it worked with some late '80s serials. However, two design changes make it fairly easy to pinpoint a post-1970 Gibson. 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. The second letter is the month; K=April. The Washburn warranty provides coverage against defects in manufacturing for the lifetime of the original purchaser. I'll help if I can, but odds are your searching will uncover the same stuff I'd find. Turn the VCC knob up for a traditional humbucker sound; turn it down for the character of a single coil. Most guitar shops also have technicians on hand that are more than capable of general instrument set-up/maintenance. On the positive side, the early Korean Hamers are some of the best that were made according to the Hamer experts. For example, an "8" can indicate 1988 or 1998. Here is a link the the ongoing discussion thread:https://www.guitarscanada.com/index.php?threads/hagstrom-serial-number.13206/page-4. To identify your Washburn instrument, we recommend visiting our guitar archives. Here it is visually: H = 1 (1961, 1971, 1981, 1991, 2001, etc. The year of manufacture can be deduced from the first few numerical characters in the serial number. Third and fourth are production week. No consegui entender as tabelas, porm estarei mandando abaixo o cdigo do meu instrumento! 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. I get a buzzing/humming sound but it goes away when I touch the volume. . These plates were also put on amplifiers. It's a confusing crossover period because EB introduced their own serial system around 1986 with five digits starting with "25" (e.g., "25000"). If the instrument does not have a serial number, it is likely a factory prototype or sample, and it is impossible to gauge its exact age. Probably a Korean made guitar. Because Washburn does not purchase used instruments, we do not track this information and are unable to answer this type of request. Can you fix it or sell me a new neck? 5I04013.The first number is an internal code. Schmidt attained great success in the 1920s by supplying his instruments to rural furniture and dry goods stores. Hamer (Back to top of page)The Hamerfanclub website is a great resource that includes info on all the models ever produced. .began to produce Washburn-branded instruments, generally identifiable by an "SI . From what I read in the serial book, Washburn used this particular 4 digit serial number sale from the early 30parts and mid 40lookup, but they didn't offer any particular information on specific parts from that time period. If you would like a printed copy of a catalog, please write us at: U.S. Music 1649 Barclay Blvd. 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. We recommend visiting our guitar archives and viewing the annual catalogs to find the closest match. May be faded or illegible. The Fender serial number decoder currently supports all documented MIA, MIJ, MIM, MIK and MII formats with the exception of Custom Shop, Relic and Reissue instruments. JacksonALL Jackson neck-thru guitars had a serial # on the fretboard's last fret. However, I see them going back and forth between the two schemes now. The EB database claims it only covers guitars and basses from the 90s onward. For a list of our international distributors, see our dealer locator. (You may need to use a flashlight. Washburn has utilized a variety of serial number formats throughout its history. The initials and serials usually appear in a black sharpie or silver pen. 1974 10109 to 10146 1975 20147 to 20315 1976 30316 to []450 1977 451 to 900 1978 901 to 1300 1979 1301 to 1400 1980 1401 to 1670 1981 1671 to 1951 1982 1952 to 2445 1983 2446 to 3206 1984 3207 to 3888 1985 3889 to 4778 1986 4779 to 5981 1987 5982 to 7831 1988 7832 to 10070 1989 10071 to 12497 1990 12498 to 15249 1991 15250 to 17953 1992 930104001 to 931221124 1993 940104001 to 941220130 1994 950103001 to 951219136 1995 960102001 to 961219140 1996 970106001 to 971219144 1997 980105101 to 981218144 1998 990104101 to 991220148 1999 20000103101 to 20001221160 200010-Digit Serial NumbersThe current 10-digit serial numbering format that started in November of 2009 identifies where the guitar was built, the start date, and the assigned number of the guitar on that day's production schedule. No, standard models are only produced to catalog specs and custom options are not presently available. First two numbers in the sequence are the last two digits of the production year. Washburn can only identify instruments via email, and with a clear digital photograph and serial number. The Washburn shop only performs warranty repairs (provided there is no factory authorized service center in your region). In general, an initial letter indicates the decade, with S = 70s, E = 80s, N = 90s, Z = 2000s. The letter (2nd position) is an internal code. The first two numbers (07 in this example) are the day; 7th. Minimal tweaking is key to adjusting an instruments neck. Washburn does not evaluate or appraise pre-owned instruments, as there are many considerations in pricing that our beyond our references or control. You can narrowit down by the numbers that come after the prefix, which are sequential production numbers. But it's really just a compilation of thedata you'll find on many separate sites around the Internet. serial numbers were on a small oblong metal plate (brass or aluminum). Our website is a great (and environmentally friendly) way to view our current offerings. Below we outline a simple way to narrow down the date range of an acoustic Guild. There is a gentleman on the Canadian Guitar Forum who seems to have the Hagstrom book andas of 2022 was still answering posters questions about their vintage Hagstroms date of manufacture. 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. You can also contact Fender support for help. A proof of purchase is required for all Warranty service. What does my warranty cover? 8009 34th Ave. S. Ste #175. Thanks. Are standard Washburn models available with custom options? It was available on select Original Idol models, and is available on the new Idol models. Instrument learning materials are also available where instruments are sold, and cover more care and maintenance details in depth. If your instrument cannot be repaired under warranty locally, contact us from ourCustomer Service page. Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. In the event that the part you are looking for is specialized and unique to Washburn Guitars, please contact Washburn Customer Support. Second, starting in 1970, "Made in USA" is stamped on the back of the headstock below the serial. You will find that some years appear several times with various serial number ranges. Serial such as: PPYYWWDNN, where: For example, serial number "K0244299" would indicate a guitar made at the Kiso Factory in 2002 in the 44th week of the year on a Tuesday and being the 99th guitar off the line. Washburn tries to use as many standardized instrument parts as possible, to make field-service easier. I will state some of the basics here and then give links to sites with more detail. Minneapolis, MN 55425. Promotional set with Blonde Deluxe Reverb AmpNC(XXXXXX) Squier Strat Bullets (dating unclear)SE(XXXXXX) Signature Series SE8(XXXXX)='88, SE9(XXXXX)='89 SN(XXXXXX) Signature Series SN0(XXXXX)='90, SN1(XXXXX)='91, SN2(XXXXX)='92, etc. I just got my hands on a washburn. There are also a great variety of 3rd party instrument case manufacturers. Guitar Serial Number Lookup. Short FAQ at bottom. Cracking and warping caused by dryness and excessive temperature exposure is not covered under warranty. Only your authorized Washburn dealer can provide you with the status of your order. (If you don't want your brain to hurt, I suggest stopping right here, otherwise read the following paragraph for more detail. I found myself always scouring the Webto find production years for my guitars. 5-digit serials are the same, you just disregard the fifth digit. Also appears on jackplate. Q: Can you tell me the date of my guitar or can I request other manufacturers? See them here. 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. It does not require a pre-amp or batteries. Where do I get it fixed? This known anomaly can be solved by observing attributes of the given year.1966 - 1972 Gretsch began date-coding serial numbers in August 1966. You must remove neck to accurately date those.76 + 5 digits 1976S6 + 5 digits 1976S7 + 5 digits = 1977-1978S8 + 5 digits = 1977-1978S9 + 5 digits = 1978-1981E0 + 5 digits = 1979-1981E1 + 5 digits = 1980-1982E2 + 5 digits = 1982-1983E3 + 5 digits = 1982-1984E4 + 5 digits = 1984-1985, 1987-1988E8 + 5 digits = 1988-1989E9 + 5 digits = 1989-1990N9 + 5 digits = 1990N0 + 5 digits = 1990-1991N1 + 5 or 6 digits = 1991-1992N2 + 5 or 6 digits = 1992-1993N3 + 5 or 6 digits = 1993-1994N4 + 5 or 6 digits = 1994-1995N5 + 5 or 6 digits = 1995-1996N6 + 5 or 6 digits = 1996-1997N7 + 5 or 6 digits = 1997-1998N8 + 5 or 6 digits = 1998-1999N9 + 5 or 6 digits = 1999-2000(Note: "Z" may be replaced by "DZ" for US Deluxe Series)Z0 + 5 or 6 digits 2000 - 2001Z1 + 5 or 6 digits 2001 - 2002Z2 + 5 or 6 digits 2002 - 2003Z3 + 5 or 6 digits 2003 - 2004Z4 + 5 or 6 digits 2004 - 2005Z5 + 5 or 6 digits 2005 - 2006Z6 + 5 or 6 digits 2006 - 2007Z7 + 5 or 6 digits 2007 - 2008Z8 + 5 or 6 digits 2008 - 2009Z9 + 5 or 6 digits 2009 - 2010US10 + 6 digits .. 2010US11 + 6 digits .. 2011US12 + 6 digits .. 2012US13 + 6 digits .. 2013US14 + 6 digits .. 2014US15 + 6 digits .. 2015US16 + 6 digits .. 2016Made in Japan Serials (usually appears on back of neck near neck joint)JV + 5 digits .. 1982 - 1984SQ + 5 digits .. 1983 - 1984E + 6 digits .. 1984 - 1987A + 6 digits 1985 - 1986B + 6 digits 1985 - 1986C + 6 digits 1985 - 1986F + 6 digits .1986 - 1987G + 6 digits 1987 - 1988H + 6 digits.1988 - 1989I + 6 digits1989 - 1990J + 6 digits 1989 - 1990K + 6 digits 1990 - 1991L + 6 digits 1991 - 1992M + 6 digits 1992 - 1993N + 6 Digits 1993 - 1994O + 6 Digits 1994 - 1995 P + 6 digits 1995 - 1996Q + 6 digits 1993 - 1994S + 6 digits 1994 - 1995T + 6 digits 1994 - 1995U + 6 digits 1995 - 1996N + 5 digits 1995 - 1996V + 6 digits 1996 - 1997Crafted in Japan Serials (usually back of neck)A + 6 digits 1997 - 1998O + 6 digits 1997 - 2000P + 6 digits 1999 - 2002Q + 6 digits 2002 - 2004R + 6 digits 2004 - 2005S + 6 digits 2006 - 2008T + 6 digits 2007 - 20082007 was another transitional year for Japanese-made Fender instruments, with the return to the Made in Japan country-of-origin identifier on the serial number decal. The final three numbers are the unit number; 123.Made in Taiwan, 2002-:Letter-letter-letter-######, like so: QJM120013.The first two letters are the year; QJ=03. There is a very detailed article on the history of Micro-Frets on the Vintage Guitar Magazine website that is worth reading. You indicate your consent to this use by clicking "I Agree" or by continuing to use this site. The company came out with innovative designs for a stable tremolo bridge called the Calibrato; the Micro-Nut, which allows you to intonate each string both at the bridge and the nut; and the first FM wireless transmitter for guitar. Tuning machines, hardware and electronics are covered for a period of one year from the date of purchase. If the serial was 53-933130, it would still indicate the same information. (See our Fender Serial Number Lookup model abbreviation list to decode info on your guitar.) Was available on the positive side, the early 80s return authorization number is for. 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