In the last 25 years, vintage guitars have outperformed the stock market, precious metals and other collectibles.

I have been investing in the stock, bond and real estate markets for 30 years trading well over $5,000,000 in assets. The unfortunate downturn in traditional investment markets inspired me to develop an investment vehicle which would maximize safety in a volatile market yet provide an exceptional return on investment. For most of my 53 years I have also had a passion for rare and vintage musical instruments developing a skill for identifying quality high yield instruments. With the explosion of baby boomer retirees coupled with the volatility of traditional stock and real estate investments there has been a steadily increasing demand for the limited supply of vintage guitars.
Currently available is an investment grade portfolio of ten vintage guitars. Like a mutual fund, this diverse collection has been assembled to balance safety with exceptional mid to long term gain.
Unlike a mutual fund vintage collectibles are proven far less sensitive to economic swings. Every vintage guitar in this portfolio has been market valued and includes certification by an independent nationally acclaimed appraiser.
-Roy Jacobson

Vintage guitars as an investment vehicle

The vintage guitar market has outperformed traditional markets ever since it has been tracked by an index created by Vintage Guitar magazine in 1991. “The ‘42 Index’ which is widely accepted as a conservative tracking device for the vintage guitar market, has demonstrated an average annual return of over 31% since it began 17 years ago,” said Tommy Byrne, co-founder of ACP and Chief Investment Officer of the Fund. He went onto say, “Historically, when the major markets have collapsed, this market has plateaued until the traditional markets picked up again.”
Interest in the vintage guitar market from both investors and people who just appreciate the mystique of older instruments is growing by the day.
Vintage guitars offer a real investment opportunity for the discerning buyer which like fine art and other collectibles is a calculated investment. Hand made craftsmanship, rare materials, and design expertise combined with limited production, results in a market for these instruments that can only continue to grow in value, and was recently rated one of the best investments to make.

I believe that now is a particularly good time to invest in a vintage instrument portfolio. Safe, profitable opportunities exist at every price range and in every area of special interest. I have the specialized expertise and experience which means you can invest with confidence. By dealing almost exclusively in original instruments I can guarantee that the portfolio you buy is truly comprised of quality investment grade instruments. I offer fully substantiated and detailed appraisals including photo valuations so that your investment can be protected.

A well diversified collection of vintage guitars offer a rare opportunity to combine smart investing with genuine pleasure and fun, just the same as fine art. Owning a vintage instrument portfolio is more than investing in a sound appreciating asset, for that is what you will be buying. It is something of beauty that can be displayed with pride and can always be picked up and played at any time.

Why Invest In A Vintage Guitar Portfolio ?

Every guitar player that has ever been born lives for the day when he/she can pick up a vintage guitar. Vintage guitars are available in all major manufacturers and brands. But it's not only musicians and guitar enthusiasts that are attracted to these masterpieces. Vintage guitars have been increasingly viewed as an investment.

Guitars are a great investment for a few reasons. First, they are beautiful and command a room where they are displayed. Second, vintage guitars don't depreciate or lose value with time. On the contrary, they appreciate and gain value as they age, especially if they are kept up nicely. Third, they have superior tonality and action when played due to the quality workmanship that went into their construction.

When bought as an investment, the vintage ones hold the possibility of giving a fantastic ROI (return on investment).




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ABOUT THIS COLLECTION

Most investors buying on their own behalf will acquire one high priced guitar. Due to its beautiful appearance, high price point and popularity they believe it to be the best investment. I compare this strategy to investing all capitol in one very popular stock. If it is too popular there is an increased chance for over-valuation and thus lower return on investment when there is an inevitable correction. Whether stocks or vintage guitars, it is not best to put all your eggs in one basket.
This portfolio is comprised of ten solid, mid priced vintage guitars mainstream investors often overlook because it is far more labor intensive to identify ten mid-priced instruments rather than one high priced instrument. I compare this strategy to investing in a mutual fund. Spreading capitol with small investments in a variety of stocks. Many of these instruments are not in pristine condition yet they often increase in value at higher rates than their higher priced counterparts. This portfolio has a preconceived diversity in brands to offer greater security and growth than one would find with the purchase of a single pristine instrument. This portfolio is an excellent 21st century alternative to stock or real estate investments.
Most people have heard of Gibson guitars. It is a predictably solid brand and this portfolio contains two Gibson beauties for safety. Other lesser known brands include Mosrite, Gretch, Maton, Guild, Harmony and Hagstrom. These were chosen for growth and are beginning to surge in popularity as available supply declines. This is a solid well balanced growth portfolio. $21,975 is the current as-is market value for this portfolio. Below are photos and detailed descriptions of each specific vintage guitar in the portfolio. Enjoy!
-Roy Jacobson





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The 1960 Gibson ES330T ........ serial #R456413

49 year old Gibson.

All original parts. Has original case with pink lining. Near mint condition. No repairs needed. It is in fine original condition. It conforms to the typical specifications of the model for the period in which it was made, with 16-inch wide thin fully hollow double-cutaway body constructed of laminated maple, mahogany neck, Brazilian rosewood fingerboard with white binding and pearloid dot inlays, pearl Gibson peghead logo, white-trimmed truss rod cover, Kluson Deluxe three-on-a-strip tuners with white oval plastic buttons, one black plastic-covered single-coil P- 90 pickup in the middle position, ABR-1 tune-o-matic bridge, trapeze tailpiece, nickel-plated metal hardware, clear-top yellow bonnet-shaped tone and volume knobs, and original hard case with brown covering and pink plush lining.



Current market value: $3850 (three thousand eight hundred fifty dollars).

The 1966 Maton DC545 Slenderline

Rare Australian made. Very slim straight neck with low action. Has new hard shell case. Our research indicates that this is a very rare model of which a total of 782 were made. The pickguard is missing. It features a double-cutaway thin hollow body constructed of maple, maple neck, two pickups, rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, white binding on the top and back edges of the body, and sunburst finish.



Current market value: $3000 (three thousand dollars).

The 1960 Harmony H1215 Archtop....... serial # 3606H1215

Plays well and has a full mellow sound. This instrument appears to be in fine original condition with the exception of a missing pickguard. It conforms to the typical specifications of the model for the period in which it was made, with solid birch construction body, faux spruce top finish, faux flame maple finish back and sides, rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, Harmony logo on the peghead, painted-on imitation bindings on the body edges, height-adjustable bridge, trapeze tailpiece, nickel-plated metal hardware, and sunburst finish.



Current market value: $175-$200 (one hundred seventy-five to two hundred dollars).

The 1964 Guild Jetstar serial#37962

Original pickup replaced with P-90 Dog Ear style. Has been refinished with clear finish. Plays remarkably well. Original worn case. The instrument has been refinished and has a Gibson-style replacement pickup. It conforms to the typical specifications of the model, with asymmetrical body and peghead, one pickup, black pickguard, one volume control, and one tone control.



Current market value: $500 (five hundred dollars).

The 1963 Mosrite Ventures Model serial #2136

Very rare "The Ventures Model" with limited issue Vibramute tailpiece. Serial number 2136. Plays excellent. Very thin straight neck. This guitar appears to show some normal playing wear, but seems to be in fine original condition. It conforms to the typical specifications on the model for the period in which it was made, with bolt-on maple neck with rosewood fingerboard with small dot inlays, The Ventures and Mosrite peghead logos, Mosrite logo on the pickups, slanted-mounted rhythm pickup, Vibramute vibrato tailpiece, laminated white pickguard, one volume control, and one tone control.
current market value: $5500 - $6000(five thousand five hundred to six thousand dollars)

The 1967 Gibson ES335....... ...serial #860063

Rare one owner instrument. Kept in original case. Seldom played. All original. One chipped knob. Small crack repaired by luthier aprox. 30 years ago. Exceptional luster and color for age. Walnut stain finish was first shown in the 1969 Gibson catalog; however, we have encountered examples made prior to the catalog listing. This guitar appears to be in exceptionally fine condition. It conforms to the typical specifications of the model for the period in which it was made, with 16-inch wide double-cutaway thin semi-hollow body constructed of laminated maple, mahogany neck, rosewood fingerboard with white binding and pearloid block inlays, Gibson and crown-shaped peghead inlays, Kluson Deluxe tuners, white binding on the top and back edges of the body, two humbucking pickups, tune-o-matic bridge, trapeze tailpiece, chrome-plated metal hardware, black plastic “witch hat” tone and volume knobs, and original hard case with black covering and yellow plush lining case.

current market value $3850
(three thousand eight hundred fifty dollars)

The1967 Guild T-100-D ........... serial #EE1977

All origional parts. 16" wide single cutaway thin body constructed of laminated maple, mahogony neck, rosewood fingerboard with white binding and dot inlays, perloid Guild and Chesterfield inlays, white binding on the top edge of the body, sunburst finish, black pickguard with Guild logo, two singlw coil pickups with metal frames and white coils, height adjustable wood bridge, Guild harp-shaped tailpiece, two volume controls, two tone controls, three position pickup toggle selector switch and original hard shell case.

current market value: $1300 (one thousand three hundred dollars)

The 1953 Gretch Electromatic.... serial #8464

Non-cutaway body constructed of laminated maple, maple neck, rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, white binding on top and back edges of body,

one single coil DeArmond pickup in the neck position, peghead veneer engraved Gretch Electromatic, clear tone and volume knobs, nickel-plated metal hardware, sunburst finish and tortoiseshell-grain pickguard.

current market value $1500(one thousand five hundred dollars).

The 1970's Hagstrom Swede

Designed by renowned luthier D'aquesto Van Ghent. All original. Missing small plastic cover plate on back. No damage, no modifications, very lightly played. Very little wear. Excellent finish. Has hard shell case in good condition. Plays and feels very nice. One of the back plates is missing, but the guitar appears otherwise to be in fine condition. It conforms to the typical specifications of the model, with mahogany neck and body, block pearloid fingerboard inlays, Hagstrom and fleur-de-lis peghead inlays, two humbucking pickups, Hagstrom tune-o-matic bridge, stop tailpiece, chrome-plated metal hardware, black tone and volume knobs, white binding on the top edge of the body as well as the neck, black laminated pickguard, and original hard case. This instrument features cherry red finish. Natural finish, black finish, and white finish were also available as options. Current market value: $850 (eight hundred fifty dollars).

The 1956 Guild CE-100 ............ serial #3423

One owner guitar. Seldom played. Straight neck, low action. Plays very well. All electronics in good working order. Tuners not original.” With the exception of the tuners this guitar conforms to the typical specifications of the model for the period in which it was made, with single-cutaway body constructed of laminated maple, mahogany neck with maple center stripe on the back, rosewood fingerboard with white binding and pearloid block inlays, Guild peghead inlay and the stylized G logo inlay (the peghead inlay pattern was change to a “Chesterfield” center inlay in 1957), white binding on the top and back edges of the body, one singl- coil white plastic-covered pickup in the neck position, beveled-edge laminated black pickguard, one volume control, one tone call, harp-shaped G-logo tailpiece, and sunburst finish.
Current market value: $1200 (one thousand two hundred dollars).