Pete Sheridan a/k/a 'The Jukester'

HARP MICS

The following mics are all suitable for use by harp players. I am not a mic builder. I find, repair, refurbish and offer working vintage mics with minimal modifications, usually limited to installation of new elements and/or gaskets and replacement of defective connectors. I do not install volume controls and do not do repaint jobs. Sometimes I acquire mics that have been repainted and/or have volume controls already installed. If a volume control is working, I leave it alone, but if it is defective, I remove it. My goal is to supply dependable vintage mics to working harp players. All mics are guaranteed to be in working condition when shipped. Prices are usually at least 30% lower than the same models offered by other vintage harp mic suppliers. Photos of individual mics are available upon request. Please check the Endorsements and Testimonials at the bottom of the "About Pete" page. List is current as of 7/30/10

----- ASTATIC -----

NOTE: All Model 200 mics have the handle removed and a male Switchcraft connector installed for a more comfortable cup. All Model 200 mics are also supplied with a Switchcraft 332A adapter to allow use of any guitar cord. All Model R-3 mics (also designated F-2) are likewise supplied with a Switchcraft 332A adapter.

1 Blues Blaster converted to original JT-30 specs with volume control removed and flawless new gloss black finish by Chuck Gurney, Switchcraft connector, Shure CM element #99C86 upgraded to hi-z by Chuck and perfect chrome grille. This is a showpiece mic that has all the vintage mojo and tone you could ask for. $225

1 Original issue Hohner Blues Blaster converted to regular JT-30 specs w/volume control removed, Switchcraft screw-on connector replacing XLR connection and hot no-name crystal element. Beautiful upgrade of a JT-30 clone. $200

1 Hammertone Gray finish JT-30 w/original matching Hammertone Gray grille, a beautiful example of Astatic workmanship from the days of the past. Has perfect grille and Shure CM element #99A86 with new gasket. Looks, sounds and feels like the classic mic it is. $210

1 Gray finish JT-30 w/pristine chrome grille, new grille cloth, Switchcraft connector and Shure CM element #99S556. Looks outstanding and sounds the same. $195

1 Black finish JT-30 w/polished metal grille, Switchcraft connector and Shure CM element #99C86 upgraded to hi-z specs by Chuck Gurney. The paint job is not original. but it's passable and this is one hot shell and element combination with very cool looks. $195

1 Model T-3 w/Conneaut nameplate, hard-to-find Astatic Model F-11 adapter with new cord, and hot vintage Shure CM element #99S556. Classic tone in a classic, easy to cup shell. $195

1 Model T-3 w/Switchcraft screw-on connector, Shure element #99S556, immaculate grille. Shell has a few minor scratches but is so easy to cup, and comes with a Switchcraft 332A adapter for easy cord plug in. $195

1 Custom Gloss Black finish Model R-3 w/polished metal grille, NOS Shure dynamic element, Switchcraft connector. Perfect for small venues. $155

1 Original Brown finish Model R-3 w/gray grille, Switchcraft connector, NOS hot Shure ceramic element #99A405, in original box with tags. $160

1 Custom Black finish Model 200 w/chrome grille, Switchcraft connector and Shure CM element #99S556. A beautiful, easy to cup mic with tone to spare. $175

1 All Brown original finish Model R-3 modified to accept a vintage MC-127 ceramic element w/Switchcraft connector. Killer tone in a small package. $175

1 Original Gray finish Model 200 w/Switchcraft connector, Shure CM element #99B86, smooth vintage tone. $175

1 Custom Gloss Black finish Model 200 w/gold grille, Switchcraft connector, Shure CM element #99B86. One of a kind, blues-approved tone. $175

1 Custom Canary Yellow finish Model 200 w/gloss black grille, Switchcraft connector, Shure CM element #99T556, real eye candy with balls. $165

----- SHURE -----

1 Model 707A Silver Bullet w/Switchcraft connector, CM element #99S556, new grille cloth and new gasket. Has beautiful blue badge, near perfect grille, some small scratches on shell. Good looks, comfortable feel, and great tone. $190

1 Model 520 Green Bullet w/Switchcraft connector, CM element #99G556 upgraded by Chuck Gurney to hi-z specs and new gasket. Grille perfect, some paint loss on top of shell. Warm, mellow tone. $190

1 Model 520 Green Bullet w/Switchcraft connector, CM element #99B86 and volume control mounted on right side (like early Rod Piazza JT-30 mods) with cool white vintage Fender amp knob. Paint is worn and the wiring inside looks funky, but this thing works fine so I'm not messin' with it. Vintage tone in a somewhat beat but cool looking mic. $190

1 Model 520D Green Bullet w/hot CM element #99S556 and new hi-z cord, a vintage green and purple woven cloth type which replaces the twisty, kinky, low grade original dual impedance cord. Grille and finish is perfect, and it has some serious tone. $190

1 more Model 520D Green Bullet w/hot CM element #99S556, black grille cloth, and new hi-z cord replacing the inferior original dual impedance cord. Grille and paint on shell is near mint, excellent retro look and great tone. $190

1 Model 245 Uniplex ceramic w/cord, no switch, same shape as the Shure Slim-X and it's Japanese clones, excellent tone. $180

2 Model CA80A desk top types, hard wired, original crystal element, one with an Ampro nameplate, both with tan finish, red and brown grille cloth. $50 ea.

----- TURNER -----

1 Challenger Model CX w/NOS Turner crystal element, original brushed chrome finish, Amphenol connector, a classic bullet mic with great tone and great looks. Retro to the bone. $185

1 Black 454C mod w/chrome grille, chopped w/Switchcraft connector and original ceramic element. Looks cool, sounds great, and easy to cup. $100

1 Silver Model 254HC mod w/chrome grille, chopped w/original ceramic element and Switchcraft connector. Beautiful mic, very easy to cup due to small shell. $100

1 Umber finish "cupcake" mic (Shaped like a control knob on a Harmony Rocket), no model #, smaller than an Astatic Biscuit w/Shure CM element #99S556, very easy to cup, great tone and compression, comes with Switchcraft 332A adapter for use with any guitar cord. $165

----- RCA -----

1 Model MI-12016 w/Antique White grille, Hammertone Aqua shell and vintage Shure CM element #99A86. Has new black grille cloth and Switchcraft screw-on connector with Switchcraft 332A adapter. A beautiful mic with great tone, from my personal collection. $265

----- ELECTRO-VOICE -----

1 Model 630 mod w/swivel removed, Switchcraft connector installed and loaded with a Shure CM #99E86 element boosted by Chuck Gurney. Comes with 332A adapter for use with any guitar cord. Industrial strength tone in an industrial strength shell, a real blues bomb with serious attitude. $180

1 Model 623 clone w/Knight logo, much snaller swivel and less weight, original dynamic element & cord. Great for harp, vocals, or to mic your harp or guitar amp through the PA. $100

1 Model 660, wand style, dual impedance, original dynamic element w/new hi-z cord. Kind of ugly looking, but a versatile mic, comes with new hi-z cord. $85

----- JAPANESE -----

1 Monarch MC-24 copy of the Shure Slim-X, w/original cord. One of the mics Little Walter favored. Tone very similar to a Slim-X. $125

1 Shield salt shaker type w/dynamic element, cord & stand. Useful for quiet, acoustic gigs. $50

----- MISCELLANEOUS -----

1 Custom built Shure 520 Green Bullet replica made from high impact plastic w/black shell and gun metal gray grille, Shure CM element #99W556 upgraded to hi-z specs by Chuck Gurney and Switchcraft connector. Mic was cast from mold of a Shure original by Chris Reynolds and is the lightest weight bullet you will ever hold. Killer cosmetics, vintage specs and the tone to prove it. $190

1 No-name "Wal-Mart Special" w/cord, small stick mic about the size of a Shure Slim-X. Comes with cord, sounds great through small amp. $65

1 NOS Shaker dynamic w/volume control and new cord, factory serviced, ready to rock. $75

CONTROLLED RELUCTANCE AND CONTROLLED MAGNETIC ELEMENT REPAIR SERVICES

Got a dead or damaged CR or CM element? Don't throw it out! Chuck Gurney can get that thing back on the air. Highly recommended by yours truly, his work is exceptional. In addition to repairs, he can convert low-z elements to high-z, at reasonable prices. Chuck can also build you a mic to your personal specifications, loaded with the element of your choice. Contact him at www.fatbottom-mics.com and mention my name. Also, check out the "mystery" mic he recently rebuilt for me on the Mic Builds page - it's number 36.

NEW GASKETS FOR YOUR OLD ELEMENTS

Got one or more elements with a trashed gasket? Jeff Spoor can supply you with a brand new gasket for just about any element made (Astatic, Shure, EV, Turner, etc.) to get it sealed the way it's supposed to be. Check out his products at www.harpmicgaskets.com and tell him I referred you. Great products, highly recommended and built to last.

HOHNER CHROMATIC HARP REPAIR, RESTORATION AND SALES

Got a Hohner chromatic that needs work? Mike Easton at Fathead Musical Instruments is the guy to go to for expert repair. He is simply the best. He also can supply you with parts, both new and vintage, both NOS and used if you do your own repair work. Check him out at www.harmonicarepair.com and tell him I sent you. His list of satisfied customers includes Steve Guyger, Rick Estrin, Hendrik Merkins, Billy Gibson and your truly, among many others.

MIC PARTS

Amphenol MC1F female screw-on connectors w/strain relief for JT-30, other vintage mic cords. $8 ea.

Amphenol male 3-pin connectors w/strain relief for vintage mic cords. $9 ea.

Amphenol male 4-pin connectors w/strain relief for vintage mic cords. $8 ea.

3 Switchcraft A3F female 3-pin connectors as found on various Shure mic cords. $3 ea.

2 Switchcraft male A3M 3-pin connectors as found on various Shure mic cords. $3 ea.

2 Switchcraft male 4-pin input to standard 1/4" male plug output. $5 ea.

2 Wollensak 3M microphone mixers, w/1/4" jacks and RCA imputs (3 each), individual volume controls. $30 ea.

1 Astatic LT-6 line transformer 4-pin female lo-z to Switchcraft screw-on hi-z. $20

2 NOS Astatic Model F-11 adapters for use with microphone Models T-3, 10C, 10DA, and DN-HZ. Bright chrome. $20 ea.

1 Sili Spares Line Transformer Model 4FXC, 50k ohms 1/4" plug to 500 ohms XLR jack. $15

On-Off switch as found on Astatic 200S, some Electro-Voice mics. $2 ea.

Add approximately $8 to all individual mic prices for S&H plus insurance in the USA. Desk top stands are included with mics when available - just ask!

AMPS, SPEAKERS, & EFFECTS

All amps have been recently serviced and are guaranteed to be in working condition. Shipping by UPS ground, within continental USA only.

National

Early Sixties Model 22 tube amp with Volume, Bass and Treble controls, Tremolo Speed and Reverb Intensity knobs, separate foot switch jacks for tremelo and reverb. Has 3 input jacks with tube complement as follows: 5Y3-6V6-12AX7-12AX7-12AX7-12AX7. Copper colored grille cloth and black tolex covering. Speaker is a 12 inch alnico by Zenith. Sounds great, better for guitar than harp, but a new Jensen speaker could change that equation. Pickup only, as this beast is too heavy for me to ship. A bargain at $250.

Premier

Late Sixties Model 5530 solid state combo amp with Germanium transistors, 12 inch replacement speaker and new Switchcraft input jacks, with a great tremolo sound. A fine practice amp, with the best tone I've ever heard from a solid state amp, for both guitar and harp. $100 plus $&H

University Sound

A single vintage University Sound 6-inch diameter horn, Model MIL, 8 ohms with 3-bolt adjustable mounting bracket. It has a Stromberg-Carlson decal on the inner lip of the cone and the bracket is embossed with "University Loudspeakers, White Plains New York, Made in USA". Some paint drops and scuffs, but still pretty fine looking. Probably Fifties era, when they made stuff to last. $15 plus S&H

Boss

GE-7 Graphic Equalizer pedal, has seven bands of EQ ranging from 100Hz to 6.4kHz, with boost/cut of +/- 15dB per band. Clean, like new, works perfectly. $55 plus S&H

Danelectro

DE-1 Dan Echo pedal, has the warmth of an all-tube echo, with Hi-Cut control to eliminate high frequencies on repeats, simulating the tone of a 60's era tape echo. Used but not abused, studio quiet. $55 plus S&H

DJ-3 BLT Slap Echo pedal, economical source of cool "bathroom echo" sounds with mix and repeat controls. Used, but works perfectly on 9-volt battery or DC adapter (not included). $12 plus S&H

AMP PARTS

Prices for parts do not include S&H.

Fuse holder assembly for Fender and many other vintage amps. $3 each

Extra fuse holder caps for the above. $1 each

10k audio pots with solid shaft for vintage amps. $5 each

Vintage Fender block nameplate for 1952 Deluxe amp, used. $50

TUBES

Tubes are either NOS or working used items as individually listed. All used tubes have been tested and no duds will be shipped. Availability of specific tubes is limited to supply on hand at time of inquiry. Prices for tubes do not include shipping.

----- RECTIFIER TUBES -----

Two NOS Sylvania 5U4GB, $20 ea.

One NOS Westinghouse 5U4GB, $15

Three used RCA 5U4GB, $15 ea.

One used General Electric 5U4GB, $10

One used CBS 5U4GB, $10

One used JAN/Ken-Rad 5R4GY w/brown base, dated 1945! $15

Two NOS Sheldon 5R4GT w/brown base, mint in box, $20 ea.

Two NOS RCA 5Y3GT, $15

----- PRE-AMP/INPUT TUBES -----

Four NOS RCA 12AT7, $20 ea.

Four NOS General Electric 12AT7, $15 ea.

Two NOS Raytheon 12AT7, $15 ea.

Two NOS RCA 6BQ7, $5 ea.

Twelve NOS RCA 6SN7GTB, $30 ea.

Four NOS General Electric 6SN7GTB, $20 ea.

Two NOS Sylvania 6SN7GTA, $30 ea.

One NOS Raytheon 6SN7GT, $20

One NOS Westinghouse 6SN7GT, $10

One NOS Dumont6SN7GT, $10

Three NOS RCA 6SL7GT, $25 ea.

One NOS Westinghouse 6SL7GT, $15

One used Sylvania 6SL7GT, $10

Two NOS JAN/Sylvania 6C4WA, $10/pair

One used vintage Tung-Sol 12AU7, $10

One grab bag of 6 used 12AT7 (Amperex, Siemens, RCA, etc.)for $15

----- POWER TUBES -----

Seven NOS General Electric 6V6GT, $15 ea.

Two NOS Sylvania 6V6GT, $15 ea.

----- ODDBALL TUBES -----

We have an assortment of oddball tubes, too many to list, on hand. Contact us with your needs, and we will try to fill your request, at bargain prices.

HARPS

All harps are either reconditioned or NOS. Availability limited to stock on hand. Price listed includes S&H.

Hohner 260/40 Chromonica. Eighties era, reconditioned w/hard case. Key of G. $60

Vintage Hohner Old Standby diatonics, older wooden body style made in Germany with real tone! Mostly NOS from the 1970s. Keys of C and G. $25 each.

Hohner Chromonika III. Beautiful pre-war version of the 280 in original wooden case, reconditioned. Key of C. $100

Hohner 280/64 Chomomoca. Fifties era, reconditioned with original wooden case. Great tone. Key of C. $85

1950's Kratt Wayne Raney Signature "Talking Harmonica", harp only, the plastic megaphone is not included. Slight tarnish on cover plates, otherwise mint, w/red plastic comb. $25

Hohner 270/48 Super Chromonica. Eighties era, near mint. W/hard case. Key of C. $70

Hohner 1494/28 Echo octave tuned. Eighties era, mint. Original box. Key of C. $20

Hohner 55/80 Echo double sided tremolo tuned. Eighties era, used but not abused. With funky prewar cardboard box. Keys of C and G. $30

GUITARS

Telestar

Early Sixties Japanese import, made back before they had a good handle on neck construction. The original bolt-on neck had a truss rod, but that didn't prevent permanent bowing, and it was replaced with another made by the same outfit (Teisco), but with only a "steel reinforced neck" sticker on the headstock. Guess what? The replacement bowed too, though not as badly as the original, and this axe is cool for slide. Along the way the cheesy original bridge disappeared, so an upgrade Ibanez tune-o-matic style was installed. The body is the original gold sparkle finish with the wildest fake tortoise shell pickguard ever. One single coil pickup (white) with tone and volume controls - this is a prime candidate for the "Hound Dog Taylor Tribute Axe of The Month" award! Sounds better than you would expect. Comes with a funky chipboard case, plus the original neck, in case you want to hang it on the wall or do a heat treatment. Photos supplied upon request. $75 plus S&H

Harmony

Early Sixties Harmony Stratotone H-45 with Holiday logo. Has the fabulous "Hershey bar" pickup w/tone and volume controls and the "take-off" slide switch, original bridge, tailpiece, and perfect white pickguard with no chips. Neck is straight, frets show no wear. Finish is red/black sunburst with no scratches or chips, just a couple of wear marks on the back, but no bare wood showing. Body is bound front and back. Tuners replaced with individual chrome closed back Klusons. Slight wear on back of the neck. From the front it looks like it just came out of the shipping carton. Tone? Ha, the best ever, absolutely outrageous. It a prime candidate for open-tuned slide, but the action is fine and it can be played easily in standard tuning. Brian Jones used one of these with the Rolling Stones for a while early on. Comes in a rectangular hard shell case. Photos supplied upon request. $325 plus S&H

Mid-Sixties Harmony/Silvertone "parts guitar" (H-46 style) composed mainly of Stratotone ingredients. Sunburst finish neck is straight with no fret wear, has new Harmony headstock badge plus original bone nut and new Kluson tuners. Bound body has two later style DeArmond mustache type pickups with adjustable pole pieces, custom white pick guard with original Harmony black knob tone and volume controls, original bridge and tailpiece, Harmony 3-way pickup selector switch and original gold fleck/black Silvertone finish. Also has new chrome Les Paul type jack plate to reinforce original cord jack. A fine blues axe with the fabulous DeArmond tone. Comes with a new high quality chipboard case with plush lining. Photos supplied upon request. $260 + $&H

Late Sixties Harmony Model H010 Monterey mandolin, an A Style type with an arched solid spruce top. Back and sides are laminated maple. Sunburst finish, bound top, original black pickguard and a new upgraded compensated rosewood bridge make this a fine instrument, visually and tonewise. Comes with new hard shell case. Photos supplied upon request. $250 plus S&H

GUITAR PARTS

Prices for the following parts do not include shipping.

One vintage Ibanez Model 2000 piezo contact pickup for acoustic guitar $50

One vintage Ibanez humbucker pickup, with cover $25

Two vintage Univox pickup rings, pearloid/black/white, mint $15 ea. or $25 for both

One vintage 60s era Guild black pickguard w/Guild logo, 2&3/8" between p/u cutouts, mint $55

One generic white Strat pickguard assembly w/pickups, pots & switch, from a Hondo II $30

One Hondo II Strat style neck with nut & tuners, rosewood finger board $20

One vintage chrome Harmony Rocket trapeze tailpiece $15

One vintage chrome Harmony "trapdoor" style tailpiece $15

One ebony adjustable archtop mandolin bridge w/nickel-plated thumbwheels $16

Two rosewood adjustable archtop mandolin bridges, nickel-plated thumbwheels $15 ea.

One vintage Harmony Brazilian rosewood bridge for H22 electric bass, beautiful! $50

Vintage Harmony plastic strap buttons, white or black, with screw $3 ea.

One chrome Schaller hardtail roller bridge for solid body guitar $30

One set of Warmouth flat top Telecaster control knobs $10

Fender solid BLACK pickup covers, fit Duo-Sonic, Musicmaster, Bullet $10 ea.

NOS Vintage white truss rod covers for Harmony/Silvertone guitars $5 ea.

Pair of Gibson straight style pickup selector switches $10 each

One vintage Telecaster chrome bridge cover plate $12

One set Telecaster string ferrules $6

One vintage Stratocaster chrome bridge cover plate $5

Springs for Stratocaster tremolo device $1 ea.

One 5-way Stratocaster pickup switch $8

Claw for Fender Stratocaster tremolo device $1

Set of repro Gibson nickel Kluson tuners with pearloid buttons $50

One vintage Kay Kraft mandolin neck, unfinished w/original peghead overlay $30

NOS set of vintage Grover "Sta-Tite" #97N nickel tuners for solid peghead $100

Vintage 6-on-a-plate chrome Klusons, uppers from Harmony 12-string $25

VINTAGE PUBLICATIONS

Record Catalogs

Chess/Checker 1966 LP Catalog, with Artist Discography as of 1966. $10 + S&H

Cadet 1966 LP Catalog, with Artist Discography as of 1966. $10 + S$H

Chess/Checker/Cadet/Cadet-Concept 1969-1970 LP Catalog, with Artist Discography as of 1969. $10 + S&H

Nashboro/Creed/Excello/A-Bet 1969 LP Catalog, with inserts listing WLAC Radio Program and 45 rpm issues. $10 + S&H

Arhoolie, Blues Classics/Old Timey/Raglan 1968 LP Record Catalog. $5 + S&H

Elektra 1967 LP Record Catalog $5 + S&H

Yazoo/Blue Goose undated (late Sixties) LP Record Catalog. $5 + S&H

JAZZ & POP - Most issues are in mint condition. Listed by publication date and cover story. $10 ea. + S&H

12/66 - Chico Hamilton

6/67 - Jazz Is Alive Essay

7/67 - Larry Coryell

8/67 - Flower Power

9/67 - Frank Zappa and Archie Shepp

10/67 - Bob Dylan

11/67 - Tom Scott

1/68 - The Beatles

2/68 - Current Jazz & Pop stars

3/68 - Ravi Shankar

12/68 - Donovan

1/69 - Jefferson Airplane

2/69 - Critics Poll Results

3/69 - Gary Burton

4-5/69 - Creedance Clearwater Revival

6/69 - Jeff Beck

8/69 - Cat Mother

9/69 - MC-5

12/69 - Electronic Music

2/70 - Critics Poll Results

3/70 - Paul McCartney & John Lennon

4/70 - Ian Anderson

5/70 - Grace Slick

6/70 - Arthur Lee

7/70 - Beatles Are Finished

8/70 - Frank Zappa

9/70 - Jim Morrison

10/70 - The Sixties

11/70 - Leon Thomas

12/70 - Judy Collins

1/71 - Roberta Flack

2/71 - Paul Kanter

3/71 - Mick Jagger

4/71 - Paul McCartney

5/71 - The Bee Gees

7/71 - Weather Report

8/71 - Poco

DOWN BEAT - Most issues in mint condition, listed by publication date & cover story. $10 ea.+S&H

8/3/68 - John Lee Hooker Interview

6/26/69 - Mike Bloomfield Interview

2/27/75 - Focus on American Music

4/6/78 - George Benson Interview

4/5/79 - Chicago Blues Musicians

2/86 - Al Di Meola Interview

COUNTRY SONG ROUNDUP - Most issues in fair+ condition, listed by publication date & cover story. $2 ea.+S&H

8/52 - Folk Music's Top Five

1/54 - Ernest Tubb

3-4/54 - Faron Young

5/54 - Hank Thompson

6/54 - Jean Shepard & Ferlin Huskey

11/54 - Hank Snow

1/55 - Jimmy Dickens

3/55 - Eddie Arnold

5/55 - Kitty Wells & Red Foley

7/55 - Homer & Jethro

9/55 - Simon Crum

4/56 - Arthur Smith

ODDS & ENDS

Commemorative Penn State ashtray, white porcelain with gold trim, has Penn State seal in the middle and the inscription "CENTENNIAL YEAR 1955" below. On the back is stamped "Mayer China, Beaver Falls" and the number 155. Size is 4 by 5 inches. Just the item for the die-hard PSU fan or alumnus who has everything (almost). $50 + S&H.

 

 

 

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