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- Can you look up a guitar by serial number?
- How old is my acoustic guitar?
- Where is the serial number on an acoustic guitar?
- How do I know the model of my guitar?
Can you look up a guitar by serial number?
Checking a guitar's serial number is a good and easy way to validate a guitar. You can look up a serial number either in Gruhn's Guide or run the number in the manufacturer's database.
How old is my acoustic guitar?
For US instruments, the serial number will start with a letter. That letter indicates the decade. The second character will usually be a number. That number indicates the specific year.
Where is the serial number on an acoustic guitar?
On electric guitars, the serial number is generally stamped or punched on the headstock. With acoustic guitars, the serial number is usually written somewhere in the sound cavity of the guitar.
How do I know the model of my guitar?
The most common place to find identification is on the headstock or on a label inside of the guitar, if applicable. If there is nothing on your guitar in question, chances are the original label or logo has fallen off.
