Description
60s MIJ Kent 820 with an upgraded Gibson bridge and and Bigsby style Trem. $699 with HSC!
The Kent 820 is a Japan-made hollow-body electric guitar produced during the 1960s, often associated with the Teisco and Guyatone factories. Designed as an affordable alternative to American archtops, the Kent 820 features a double-cutaway body, dual single-coil pickups, and a floating bridge, making it a versatile choice for garage rock, blues, surf, and jazz-inspired tones.
Specifications
- Body: Hollow-body construction with laminated top, back, and sides
- Neck: Bolt-on maple
- Fingerboard: Rosewood with dot inlays and 20 frets
- Scale Length: Approx. 24.75 inches
- Pickups: Two single-coil pickups
- Controls: Two volume, two tone, 3-way pickup selector switch
- Bridge: with a Bigsby style Trem
- Hardware: Chrome
- Finish: Sunburst
Features
The Kent 820 delivers a warm, resonant hollow-body tone with articulate, vintage-style single-coil pickups that excel in clean, twangy tones and gritty overdrive. With distinctive attack and sustain, while the bolt-on neck offers playability and easy maintenance. Its lightweight, fully hollow construction makes it a comfortable option for jazz, blues, and surf-style playing, while the raw, slightly microphonic pickups contribute to the garage rock and lo-fi aesthetic. With its classic 1960s Japanese craftsmanship, the Kent 820 remains a sought-after vintage guitar for players looking for retro tone and unique character.
Country of Manufacture
Japan
