The Vintage EG 411-3 by Norma

The Norma EG 411-3 is a vintage Japanese electric guitar produced during the mid-1960s and sold under the Norma brand in the United States. Manufactured by either Kawai or Teisco during a transitional period in Japanese guitar production, the model is known for its distinctive offset body shape, three single-coil pickups, and elaborate switching system. Like many Japanese imports of the era, the EG 411-3 combined futuristic styling with affordable construction, helping introduce electric guitars to a generation of beginner players. Its bright, raw single-coil tone and unique visual design have since made it a cult favorite among collectors, garage rock musicians, and enthusiasts of vintage MIJ (Made in Japan) instruments. Surviving examples are increasingly rare, especially in original condition with functioning electronics and hardware.

Specs:

• Model: Norma EG 411-3
• Manufacturer: Kawai / Teisco Gen Gakki (attributed)
• Brand: Norma
• Country of Manufacture: Japan
• Production Period: Circa 1965–1966
• Body Type: Solid Body Electric Guitar
• Scale Length: 23.75" – 24" (approx. 610 mm)
• Number of Strings: 6
• Pickups: 3 × Single-Coil Pickups with Square Pole Pieces
• Pickup Controls:
• Individual Pickup On/Off Switches
• Rhythm / Solo Selector Switch
• Main Controls:
• Master Volume
• Lever-Style Tone Control ("Chicken Head" Tone Lever)
• Bridge: Adjustable Floating-Style Bridge
• Tremolo System: Vintage Japanese Tremolo Tailpiece
• Neck: Bolt-On Construction
• Truss Rod: Adjustable Truss Rod
• Finish Options:
• Sunburst
• Tobacco Burst
• Other catalog variations may exist
• Weight: Approx. 6 lbs (2.7 kg)
• Hardware: Chrome-Plated Vintage Japanese Hardware
• Pickguard: Large Multi-Ply Pickguard Design
• Intended Market: Student / Entry-Level Electric Guitar
• Current Status: Vintage Collector Instrument / Garage Rock Favorite