| THE NOTABLE QUOTE: "Rock and roll is simply an attitude. You don't have to play the greatest guitar." - Johnny Thunders |
| Utilizing a vast reference library and 30 years of experience and research, Black Rabbit Instruments can appraise your instrument based on condition and current market trends. Most music shops and antique dealers do not have the experience or resources to appraise vintage or exotic electric instruments accurately. We specialize in offbeat American, European and Japanese instruments of the '60s and '70s, particularly electric basses, and can help you to make informed decisions about your vintage instrument. We particularly enjoy the restoration of instruments to their original parts and playability. |
| Black Rabbit Instruments is primarily a private collection. We usually have a limited number of items for sale at any given time, but feel free to inquire about anything you see on this site. We are always interested in hearing about items that we might want to add to our collection. Please click the "WANTED" link at left for specific items we are seeking. |
| The gallery is regularly being expanded as time allows. In addition to some sale items, instruments are shown for primarily reference purposes and the interest of other collectors and enthusiasts. |
| Most instruments shown were chosen based upon rarity, exotic or innovative design features and aesthetics. Most date from the late '60s and early '70s, and a few are newer instruments no longer in production or not available with the same features. All instruments are played; the idea that instruments are better preserved by not being played (carefully of course) misses the point. We are gradually adding more photos and descriptions,but feel free to email with questions. |
| A word about the photos: All photos of instruments in the Gallery are property of Black Rabbit Instruments. Please do not reuse these photos elsewhere without express permission. |
| Thanks for visiting! We are in the process of updating the site and adding more pages. Stay tuned... |