Mosrite Ventures Model

Semie Moseley partnered with The Ventures in 1963, creating offset German-carved bodies with hot single-coils and roller bridges. The slim, fast necks and aggressive tone powered surf, garage, and later punk bands across the globe.

• Introduced: 1963 (Mosrite of California)
• Signature traits: German carve, zero fret, Mosrite vibrato, overwound single-coils
• Notable players: The Ventures, Johnny Ramone, Kurt Cobain