Home › Retrograde Cambridge #49 (USED, 2020)
Retrograde Guitars
Authorized Retailer

Retrograde Cambridge #49 (USED, 2020)

Hollow-Body/Archtop · P90s Pickups · Used

Preowned Price
$4,750.00
Free Shipping Continental U.S. Only
In stock · Ready to ship
IN STOCKShips from our shop
PACKED WITH CAREInsured and tracked
SINCE 1968Still independent
The Cambridge is a very lightweight, balanced instrument and the tones and playability are really inspiring. It sounds like an old, perfectly seasoned guitar with a gorgeous acoustic voice. Seriously, you could play it happily for extended periods of time before ever thinking of plugging it in.

Once plugged in, that same airy, open acoustic voice combines with the chime and output of a great goldfoil pickup, courtesy of a pair of Retrograde P90 pickups. Glenn wired this Cambridge up with a varitone, bringing some vintage Gibson ES-345 inspiration into the fold.

Woods, pickups, finish, specs....all that stuff aside, at the end of the day, the real question with any instrument comes down to - Do I want to play this? Does it inspire me? To use familiar language, does it have a vibe...mojo? The answer in this case is, unquestionably, yes.
Condition: Used. Fully inspected and set up by TME staff before it ships or leaves the showroom.
1. Laminate maple back/top
2. Solid maple sides
3. 14” lower bout / 2” body depth
4. Mahogany neck
5. '59 “C” shape (.87-.95")
6. Granadillo fingerboard with recessed fret ends
7. Retrograde P90s
8. 24.9" scale length
9. 1 11/16" nut width
10. Three Bolt Neck Joint w/ Steel inserts
11. Gotoh Vintage Kluson style tuners
12. Gotoh large post Tune-o-matic bridge
13. Aged Hardware
14. Antique Varnish finish
15. Hardshell case
16 Weight | 5lb 14oz

Every instrument is thoroughly checked and set up before shipping fully insured via UPS with tracking to your door. We reuse boxes and materials to cut waste when they meet our protection standard.

Inspect it, play it, and if it isn't right, contact us within 48 hours of delivery to arrange a return or one-time exchange. Returns are subject to a 5% restocking fee, and the buyer covers shipping both ways.

Preowned. Proven. Prized.
Each preowned guitar at The Music Emporium is carefully inspected, play-tested, and chosen for its quality, character, and tone. Whether you're chasing a vintage gem or a modern classic, our curated selection delivers trusted value and expert-backed authenticity.
Retrograde Cambridge #49 (USED, 2020)
$4,750.00
Add to Cart

High Standards

We accept only preowned guitars that meet our rigorous standards for authenticity, condition, and performance, each one carefully vetted to ensure it upholds the level of quality our customers expect.

Accurate Representation

Every instrument is meticulously photographed and accurately described, so you can buy with confidence knowing exactly what to expect.

Inspection & Setup

Each instrument is thoroughly inspected by our staff for authenticity and condition, with any necessary work and a full setup completed before it’s listed for sale.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions about this instrument’s condition, feel free to give us a call or drop us an email - we are always happy to provide an in-hand description and make sure you’re confident in your purchase.

Contact Us