Description
1960s Guyatone Raven Electric Guitar. The 1960s Raven guitar was a Japanese-made electric guitar produced during the late 1960s to mid-1970s, primarily for the Canadian market. It was manufactured by Matsumoku, a well-regarded Japanese guitar factory, and was often sold under various brand names, including Guyatone, Raven, and Apollo. These guitars were typically Les Paul-style copies with a solid body, featuring a single-cutaway design and a set neck, and were known for their good tone and construction for a budget-friendly instrument.
Some Raven guitars from this era, such as the hollow-body model, have been described as resembling Rickenbacker and Gibson Barney Kessel designs, and are noted for their semi-hollow construction and vintage tone. These instruments are often found in good condition for their age, though they may require restoration or upgrades, such as new tuners, frets, or pickups, to enhance playability and sound.
