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Teisco OEM built Zenon Audition Vintage 1960s

Goldfoil pickups sold in 2 and 3-pickup configurations

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ZENON - 1965 JAPANESE VINTAGE ELECTRIC GUITAR DEMO

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ZENON - 1965 JAPANESE VINTAGE ELECTRIC GUITAR DEMO

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1960s Zenon/Audition Gold Foil Guitar

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60's Zenon MIJ Guitar

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Build quality

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The guitar features a "baseball bat" style neck, suggesting a robust build, although it may lack a truss rod typical of higher-end models.
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Setup and maintenance

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The bridge may be floating, allowing for intonation adjustments that could improve playability if the neck shows high action.
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Features and functionality

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The guitar contains goldfoil pickups, known for low output that can be enhanced with increased volume and bass for a clear sound with natural reverb.
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The goldfoil pickups are notably microphonic, which can add a unique character when played, as demonstrated by video footage of Elvis Costello using them.
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User experience

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Some owners suggest that these guitars, despite being mass-produced in the 1960s, offer unique vintage tones not easily replicated by modern guitars.
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Despite upgrades, the guitar remains challenging to play, described as a "beast" to handle.
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Owners describe the guitar's sound as evoking a "haunted Roy Orbison" vibe, highlighting its distinct and vintage tonal qualities.
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Replacing the original wooden bridge with a Mustang bridge significantly improves usability and sustain.
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Installing Wilkinson tuners enhances tuning stability, allowing the guitar to stay in tune even after being left on a stand for days.
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This model, ZES-70T, is often rebranded under various names like Audition, Futurama, and Zen-On, reflecting its diverse branding history.
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Despite being a budget model, this guitar has a strong "cool factor" and is often retained by collectors due to its unique aesthetic and sound.
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In good condition, these guitars can be valued higher than the typical £200, potentially reaching £300, especially if all original hardware is intact.
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Elvis Costello

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Elvis Costello & The Imposters

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The [Live in] Memphis guitar is a Zen-on [Teisco] also branded as Audition.

I used to have an identical one.

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