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Harmony Meteor H74 With Original Case 1962 - $1,295 (Chico)
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Featuring a fully hollow maple body, bolt-on maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard with block inlays, it delivers warm resonance and articulate projection whether played clean or through a tube amp.
The twin DeArmond “Golden Tone” pickups produce rich, airy cleans and gritty vintage overdrive when pushed—making this model a favorite among roots, rockabilly, and blues players. The original sunburst finish retains a deep luster, accented by a raised tortoiseshell pickguard and chrome hardware. This example includes its original case and shows only light wear for its age, with all electronics functioning perfectly.
This is a particularly nice example that plays really well. There are no changes or issues. Frets show little wear. These aren't boutique guitars that play like their Gibson or Fender counterparts, but this one plays as well as any we've seen.
The Harmony Meteor was used by Keith Richards and Dave Davies in the early British Invasion years. Its DeArmond pickups and fully hollow design gave it a raw, open sound that influenced early rock and blues tones. The H74 remains one of the most desirable Harmony models for collectors and players alike.
Real used review excerpts relating to vintage Harmony Meteor guitars from online forums:
“Those DeArmond pickups are pure magic.” – The Gear Page
“Warm and jangly—perfect old-school vibe.” – Harmony Central
“Exceptional playability for a 1960s hollowbody.” – TDPRI Forum
“Love the Meteor’s bright yet smooth character.” – Reddit r/Guitar
Specs:
Color: Sunburst
Weight: 6lbs 7oz
Top: Spruce
Body: Maple
Body Code/Date: See Pics
Neck: Maple
Fretboard: Rosewood
Inlays: Mother of Pearl Block
Frets: Original
Fret Count: 20
Nut: Original
Nut width: 1-3/4"
Radius: 12"
Scale: 24"
Neck thickness at 1st Fret: .92"
Neck thickness at 12st Fret: .97"
Action 1st String at 12th Fret: 3/32"
Action 6th String at 12th Fret: 3/32"
Overall Length: 40-1/8"
Lower bout: 15-3/4"
Waist: 9-5/8"
Upper bout: 11-1/2"
Body depth/thickness outside edge: 2"
String gauge: 10-46
Hardware Color: Nickel, Gold, Natural wood
Bridge Pickup/Brand: DeArmond Gold Foil
Pickup Reading: 12.23k
Original?: Yes
Neck Pickup/Brand: DeArmond Gold Foil
Pickup Reading: 11.07k
Original?: Yes
Bridge: Original Rosewood w/ bone saddle
Knobs: Original
Switch: 3 Way
Pots/Codes: Original
Case: Original chippy
G-1959