Manson Travel Guitar, Ex- Martin Barre, Natural
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Model: Manson Travel Guitar- handmade for Martin Barre
Finish: Blonde
Weight: 2.46kg
Case: Leatherette gig bag
Fingerboard: Ebony
Body Wood: Maple
Neck Wood: Birdseye Maple
Tuners: Gold Sperzel Locking
Pickups: 2x EMG Single Coil, Dimarzio humbucker
Hardware: Gold
Neck Profile: wide-C
Nut Width: 43.5mm
Neck Depth 1: 22.2mm
Neck Depth: 12: 23.6mm
We are not box shifters, we take your packing and shipping very seriously..!
We have to. You're considering spending a lot of money with us and you would obviously like your valuable musical instrument to arrive at your door, without drama, fuss or damage.
We have many years (stretching way back in to the last century) of packing and shipping fragile musical items all over the world - in fact the number of sometimes priceless, vintage instruments we have shipped is in the thousands.
When you buy a vintage or second hand item from us, it will be hand packed by one or more of our specialist, in house staff and then shipped in our own custom made cardboard boxes (If applicable).
We normally ship via our preferred carriers UPS, DPD, Parcelforce and Royal Mail for smaller items such as straps and leads. Tracking numbers are always provided.
Shipping prices vary by item and by location, please see the individual products for details but as a guide, prices for a guitar is usually:
UK - £50
Mainland Europe - £75
USA - £200
Rest of World (rates can vary a lot depending on country) - £250
How can I pay?
All our base prices are in £GBP Sterling and exclude delivery.
Payments can be made by bank transfer (up to any amount) or credit/debit card through our website (up to £10,000.) Due to fraud risks we do not take payment by phone. We accept and use many online payment services that work by way of bank transfer and recommend Wise.com who will in generally offer far better exchange rates than banks.
Do your prices include VAT?
All prices include UK VAT but most used or vintage guitars are sold under the UK marginal scheme for secondhand goods which means you will not get an invoice with the VAT amount shown separately, neither will you be able to claim this VAT element back if you are VAT registered, and the VAT element cannot be deducted for export sales.
For new items such as some guitars, pedals, straps, cables etc 20% UK VAT is included and if you are in an export country, which since Brexit now includes Europe and of course the US, this 20% VAT will automatically be deducted at checkout for you. You may have to pay local taxes and duties when your goods arrive in your home country, we advise you to check with your local customs office to be sure.
Can I reserve or put an item on hold?
Yes you can. Items can be put on hold for a deposit payment of 10%. This will hold the item for up to 30 days but this deposit payment is non refundable in the event of the buyer failing to complete the sale.
A further 10% payment at the end of the initial 30 day period will extend this period for another 30 days and subject to individual approval, this arrangement can be extended at our discretion. ATB Guitars holds title to the goods until paid for in full and if the buyer should change his/her mind for any reason, a restocking fee equivalent to to 15% of the total purchase price will be deducted from any refund given.
Do you have a mailing list?
The best way to get on our mailing list is to submit the form at the bottom of every page on our website. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ATBguitars as most new items are posted there as soon as we buy them and before they go on the website. If you are searching for a specific guitar then send us an email and we will attempt to alert you once one has been found.
Manson Travel Guitar, Ex- Martin Barre, Natural
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A truly unique custom-built Manson travel guitar, handcrafted by Hugh Manson for Martin Barre and built to his personal specification. Having travelled the world alongside Martin for many years, this compact instrument was more than just a practice guitar, occasionally stepping into service as an on-stage backup when required.
Despite its reduced size, there are no compromises in its construction. The guitar features a beautifully figured birdseye maple neck paired with an eye-catching burl top and an incredible dark ebony board, showcasing the level of craftsmanship for which Manson has long been renowned. The guitar features gold Sperzel lockings tuners, and features 2 EMG single coil pickups and a DiMarzio humbucker in the bridge position. Built specifically for a professional touring musician, every aspect of the instrument was designed with reliability, portability and playability in mind.
Originally wired for stereo operation, the electronics have since been professionally converted to a conventional mono configuration, making it far more practical for everyday use while preserving the guitar's functionality.
Beyond its impressive specification, it is the provenance that truly sets this instrument apart. Having accompanied Martin Barre on tours around the globe and even seen occasional use on stage, it represents a genuine piece of a working musician's history rather than simply a signature or commemorative model.
A remarkable one-off from Manson, combining exceptional craftsmanship, fascinating provenance and a story that few instruments can match.
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Model: Manson Travel Guitar- handmade for Martin Barre
Finish: Blonde
Weight: 2.46kg
Case: Leatherette gig bag
Fingerboard: Ebony
Body Wood: Maple
Neck Wood: Birdseye Maple
Tuners: Gold Sperzel Locking
Pickups: 2x EMG Single Coil, Dimarzio humbucker
Hardware: Gold
Neck Profile: wide-C
Nut Width: 43.5mm
Neck Depth 1: 22.2mm
Neck Depth: 12: 23.6mm
We are not box shifters, we take your packing and shipping very seriously..!
We have to. You're considering spending a lot of money with us and you would obviously like your valuable musical instrument to arrive at your door, without drama, fuss or damage.
We have many years (stretching way back in to the last century) of packing and shipping fragile musical items all over the world - in fact the number of sometimes priceless, vintage instruments we have shipped is in the thousands.
When you buy a vintage or second hand item from us, it will be hand packed by one or more of our specialist, in house staff and then shipped in our own custom made cardboard boxes (If applicable).
We normally ship via our preferred carriers UPS, DPD, Parcelforce and Royal Mail for smaller items such as straps and leads. Tracking numbers are always provided.
Shipping prices vary by item and by location, please see the individual products for details but as a guide, prices for a guitar is usually:
UK - £50
Mainland Europe - £75
USA - £200
Rest of World (rates can vary a lot depending on country) - £250
How can I pay?
All our base prices are in £GBP Sterling and exclude delivery.
Payments can be made by bank transfer (up to any amount) or credit/debit card through our website (up to £10,000.) Due to fraud risks we do not take payment by phone. We accept and use many online payment services that work by way of bank transfer and recommend Wise.com who will in generally offer far better exchange rates than banks.
Do your prices include VAT?
All prices include UK VAT but most used or vintage guitars are sold under the UK marginal scheme for secondhand goods which means you will not get an invoice with the VAT amount shown separately, neither will you be able to claim this VAT element back if you are VAT registered, and the VAT element cannot be deducted for export sales.
For new items such as some guitars, pedals, straps, cables etc 20% UK VAT is included and if you are in an export country, which since Brexit now includes Europe and of course the US, this 20% VAT will automatically be deducted at checkout for you. You may have to pay local taxes and duties when your goods arrive in your home country, we advise you to check with your local customs office to be sure.
Can I reserve or put an item on hold?
Yes you can. Items can be put on hold for a deposit payment of 10%. This will hold the item for up to 30 days but this deposit payment is non refundable in the event of the buyer failing to complete the sale.
A further 10% payment at the end of the initial 30 day period will extend this period for another 30 days and subject to individual approval, this arrangement can be extended at our discretion. ATB Guitars holds title to the goods until paid for in full and if the buyer should change his/her mind for any reason, a restocking fee equivalent to to 15% of the total purchase price will be deducted from any refund given.
Do you have a mailing list?
The best way to get on our mailing list is to submit the form at the bottom of every page on our website. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram @ATBguitars as most new items are posted there as soon as we buy them and before they go on the website. If you are searching for a specific guitar then send us an email and we will attempt to alert you once one has been found.