Ask any guitar collector what the most expensive guitars are, and they will likely mention Mosrite. 

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These quirky, angular guitars are known for their distinctive sound and shape, but they’ve not been produced since the 1990s.

Since then, they’ve become coveted by collectors who love to own unique guitars—and have the money to match.

But what exactly makes these guitars so valuable? What about the design of these instruments means they’re in such high demand today? And why has nobody else tried to make them? We’ll be answering all of those questions…right after this short ad break!

Price

Why are Mosrites so expensive? Let’s start by looking at supply and demand—the classic economic model.

Demand is high because of the rarity of these guitars, and the price is a function of demand. 

Rarity

Mosrite guitars are rare because they were made in limited numbers and were only produced in a few factories, making them even more challenging to find. Because of the scarcity of Mosrites, they can be pretty expensive.

The guitars were primarily manufactured in Japan and Korea during the 1960s and 1970s, but some rare models still being produced today are built in China, Indonesia, and Mexico. 

Condition

• Condition: This is the most critical factor in a Mosrite’s value. A guitar in pristine condition will command much more than one that’s been beaten up or repaired, even if the same model and year make both guitars. 
• Rarity: The rarity of a particular edition can also affect its price and its desirability among collectors.
• Manufacturer: Original models made by Les Paul himself can fetch thousands—if not tens of thousands—of dollars at auction because they were produced during his lifetime (and only under his direct supervision). 

Preserve a Sound or Style that the World Has Forgotten

The Mosrite guitar is a rare find and the company that produced these guitars, Mosrite, is no longer in business; this means that there is no one to make new Mosrite guitars.

If you have found a vintage Mosrite guitar for sale on the internet or at an auction site, it can be hard to figure out whether or not you should buy it. 

Conclusion

I hope this article has given readers a better idea of why Mosrite guitars are so expensive. 

While there is undoubtedly some financial value in owning one, it’s also clear from their history and the number of Mosrite guitars still around today that these instruments have a great deal more to offer in terms of sound quality and style than most other electric guitars on the market.