What is the origin of the electric guitar?

Hi,

I bought a St. George Bass Guitar in Duarte,California in late 1963 or early 1964.

I still have it!!!

Apparently,these guitars were made in Japan. They were cheap to buy, but the quality was pretty good and they had a long,slim neck and very easy to play.Mine is a 6 string bass and has 3 pick ups, 1 volume control and 1 tone control.The strings were only spaced about 1/4 inch apart

I have painted it twice, but originally it had a sunburst finish and a light natural wood colored neck.

I always had to keep it in a soft bag,because I couldn't find a hard case long enough for it to fit into.It is about 5 inches longer than most basses are.

They sound quailty was very good.

Apparently,they are not worth much these days (2007) but I wouldn't want to sell it any way .I think I only paid less than $100.00 for it.

Rick...Thorold Ontario,Canada

Not all St. George guitars were Japanese-made. Some were made by Bartell in Riverside, Ca and are very well-crafted instruments. Typically they did use Japanese vibrato systems and bridges but all the other parts are quality.

Ron...Bloomington, IN