1970s Yamaha FG-201B
Made in Japan | Vintage Honey-Aged Finish | Low Action | Loud & Open Tone
£390.00£350.00
The Yamaha FG-201B is a well-regarded Made in Japan acoustic from Yamaha’s classic FG series, produced during the brand’s golden era of Japanese craftsmanship in the 1970s. These MIJ FG models are known for their reliable build quality, stable necks and strong, open projection, making them a favourite among players looking for an honest, great-sounding vintage workhorse.
This FG-201B features a beautifully aged spruce top paired with rosewood back and sides, delivering a loud, open voice with strong fundamentals, clear highs and a focused, punchy midrange. Decades of natural ageing have given the finish a deep honey-amber vintage colour, adding both visual character and tonal maturity.
It has been fully cleaned, polished and freshly set up, with comfortable action measuring approximately 2.25mm (low E) / 1.75mm (high E) at the 12th fret, making it easy to play while still retaining plenty of dynamic headroom for both strumming and fingerstyle.
Cosmetically, the guitar shows honest play wear and surface marks consistent with its age, but there are no cracks, repairs or structural issues. It remains solid, stable and ready to be played straight out of the case.
🪵 Features
Era: 1970s
Label: Made in Japan
Series: Yamaha FG Series
Top: Spruce
Back & Sides: Rosewood
Neck: Nato
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Bridge: Rosewood
Finish: Natural – vintage honey-aged amber
Action: L.E. 2.25mm / H.E. 1.75mm @ 12th fret
✅ Condition
Good vintage condition
Honest cosmetic wear and surface marks consistent with age
No cracks, repairs or structural issues
Fully cleaned and polished
Neck is straight and stable
Frets and fingerboard in tidy playing condition
Fully functional and ready to play
🎼 Why buy this guitar?
A genuine 1970s Yamaha FG-201B Made in Japan with real vintage character, a naturally aged honey-amber look, and a loud, open rosewood-backed voice that cuts through beautifully. A great choice for players who want classic Japanese build quality, strong projection and a no-nonsense vintage acoustic with decades of tone already built in.
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