1970s Yamaha FG-280
Made in Japan | Green Label | Bone Nut & Saddle | Low Action | Hard Case
£450.00£360.00
The Yamaha FG-280 is a 1970s Green Label model built in the Nippon Gakki factory — one of the most desirable early Yamaha eras. Known for their warm tone and dependable MIJ craftsmanship, these guitars remain favourites among vintage players.
This FG-280 features a spruce top with rosewood back and sides, delivering a resonant, balanced sound. It has been fully cleaned and freshly set up with low action at approx. 2.5mm (low E) / 2.0mm (high E).
Upgrades include:
✔️ Bone nut
✔️ Bone saddle
✔️ Bone bridge pins
These upgrades improve clarity, sustain, and overall tonal response compared to the original plastic parts.
Condition is good for its age: light cosmetic wear but no cracks or structural issues. Neck is straight, frets are clean, and the guitar is ready to play.
🪵 Features
Era: 1970s
Label: Green Label (Nippon Gakki)
Top: Spruce
Back & Sides: Rosewood
Neck: Mahogany
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Bridge: Rosewood
Finish: Natural
Upgrades: Bone nut, bone saddle, bone pins
Made in Japan
✅ Condition
Good vintage condition with expected wear
No cracks, repairs, or structural issues
Neck is straight with working truss rod
Frets & fingerboard cleaned and polished
Low action: L.E. 2.5mm / H.E. 2.0mm @ 12th fret
Fully functional and ready to play
🎁 Includes
Vintage hard case (free gift) Latches have missing / worn parts,Included mainly for shipping protection, Not counted toward the item value
🎼 Why buy this guitar?
A clean, upgraded example of a Green Label Yamaha — warm tone, strong projection, and improved response thanks to full bone upgrades. Classic Nippon Gakki craftsmanship with reliable, ready-to-play setup.
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