Rare 1972 Aria Univox Hi Flier Phase 2 sunburst W new Gator HSC

Description: Rare 1972 Aria Univox Hi Flier Phase 2 sunburst W new Gator HSC. FREE SHIPPING LOWER 48. MADE IN JAPAN . The condition is well, outstanding. The Hi-Flier likely is among the first Univox's guitars. This one is badged Aria but was made by the same Matsumoku factory. Matsumoku was on the best woodworking and guitar manufacturing factories in Japan and made guitars for many different brands like Victor, Silvertone, Elk and of course, Univox for the US market. For those who don't know, the Hi-Flier takes after the Mosrite Ventures Model, the ultimate surf rock signature guitar. This excellent example from around 1972 is the rare Aria Phase 2 made for the Japanese and Australian markets. The Hi-Flier went through many changes that are generally divided into four "phases". However, the changes that define these have 'transitional' periods, where characteristics from an older phase carry over into early production of a new phase. It is impossible to date these guitars by the serial number as it is uncertain whether any records at all were kept on their production. In around 1972, the Hi-Flier was updated with a three position switch but retained the P-90-type pickups. This is essentially exactly the same guitar as a Phase II Univox Hi-Flier as these were made for the US market by Matsumoku. Production of the Hi-Flier reached it's peak in the mid 1970s. This guitar is in wicked, great condition and everything works as it should. All original from top to bottom. There are a few minor divots on the sides of the bout and a few minor scratches on the back, other than that no explaining to do...(missing the trem bar.) Gorgeous sunburst finish looks great!Check out the pics because they don't lie. The condition is as shown in the pics. i Wi8ll ship outsude US using ebay shipping with associated costs to be paid by the buyer.

Price: 1100 USD

Location: Ocala, Florida

End Time: 2024-08-28T14:35:41.000Z

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