Garnet Bass History

[Javelin]

I am still trying to identify where these Garnet Branded Bass Guitars were Made?

I have photographed the back of the Garnet Bass neck where there is a Y in a circle and 6 screw neckplate that may be familiar to someone ( see photos ) and I am hoping it will indicate perhaps a factory that at least produced the neck if not the entire bass. Any help or information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Javelin

 

[Volker Kirstein]

Did you check Garnet? http://www.garnetamps.com/guitar.htm

"The guitars shown in these pics were made in Japan in the 70's for sale with Garnet amps.
If you own a Garnet guitar please send us a pic at [email protected]
We're always looking to add new or better quality pictures."

From another forum: "Garnets were made by Univox Japan for the Garnet Amplifier Company in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada."

For more info, I think your best bet is emailing Garnet.

 

[charlie monroe]

Looks like VK has you covered, but in future, including a full frontal pic is often invaluable. Pickguard, pickup and bridge visuals have often been the determining factor in these threads.

 

[Javelin]

Did you check Garnet? http://www.garnetamps.com/guitar.htm

"The guitars shown in these pics were made in Japan in the 70's for sale with Garnet amps.
If you own a Garnet guitar please send us a pic at [email protected]
We're always looking to add new or better quality pictures."

From another forum: "Garnets were made by Univox Japan for the Garnet Amplifier Company in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada."

For more info, I think your best bet is emailing Garnet.

Thank you for the information. I have previously contacted [email protected] and sent 8 photos but have never heard back...

 

[Javelin]

Looks like VK has you covered, but in future, including a full frontal pic is often invaluable. Pickguard, pickup and bridge visuals have often been the determining factor in these threads.

Thank you Charlie I had included full photos with a previous request but gained little information I keep trying to glean info from different parts of the bass I am looking for tone and volume control numbers next... thanks Javelin
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[msb]

Univox was one of many badges that were manufactured in the Matsumoku factory .

 

[cdef]

The 6-bolt neck plate and the pick-shaped white truss rod cover point to the Moridaira factory, IMO.

Morris was the house brand, but they also built for Hohner and others. Below is a mid-'70s Sharp Jazz copy by Moridaira:

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[Javelin]

The 6-bolt neck plate and the pick-shaped white truss rod cover point to the Moridaira factory, IMO.

Morris was the house brand, but they also built for Hohner and others. Below is a mid-'70s Sharp Jazz copy by Moridaira:

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WOW ! The neck-plate , Truss rod cover , Tuners are indeed all identical to my Garnet Bass .... I thank you for the new direction I can follow up on. Javelin

 

[Javelin]

Can any one help identify the manufacturer of these bass pots ??

 

[Progy]

I am still trying to identify where these Garnet Branded Bass Guitars were Made?

I have photographed the back of the Garnet Bass neck where there is a Y in a circle and 6 screw neckplate that may be familiar to someone ( see photos ) and I am hoping it will indicate perhaps a factory that at least produced the neck if not the entire bass. Any help or information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks JavelinView attachment 3559289 View attachment 3559290 View attachment 3559291

Thank You so much for sharing. My jazz bass also has this Y sign on the neck. i thought somebody made peace sign. now i finally know what it is

 

[zontar]

Did you check Garnet? http://www.garnetamps.com/guitar.htm

"The guitars shown in these pics were made in Japan in the 70's for sale with Garnet amps.
If you own a Garnet guitar please send us a pic at [email protected]
We're always looking to add new or better quality pictures."

From another forum: "Garnets were made by Univox Japan for the Garnet Amplifier Company in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada."

For more info, I think your best bet is emailing Garnet.

Thank you for the information. I have previously contacted [email protected] and sent 8 photos but have never heard back...

Considering the company proper hasn't existed since 1989 this is not an email to the actual company.

In 1989, due to financial reasons caused largely by a too rapid expansion, the Garnet Amplifier Company Ltd., closed its doors. In the years that followed Gar did what he liked doing best, working one on one with musicians, repairing, upgrading and designing custom amps, and always working towards that special sound.

Amp wise though:

In 1989, the company shut its doors for good, though Mr. Gillies continued to build custom amplifiers and accessories from his home, and in 2003 he opened a small shop on St. Matthews Street.

Gar Giliies died in 2006.
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So the info above could be why you haven't had a response.
It's not like emailing an active amp manufacturer (Although some of them might be slack in answering correspondence)