1976 Yamaha FG-201
Made in Japan | Good condition
£450.00£405.00
A beautifully preserved 1976 Yamaha FG-201, handcrafted in Japan. This vintage dreadnought was built during Yamaha’s golden era, and it shows — from the rich, open tone to the incredibly clean condition. Nearly 50 years old, yet maintained with such care that it looks and plays like a time capsule.
🪵 Features:
Ezo spruce top
Queensland walnut back & sides
Nato neck with palisander (rosewood-type) fretboard
Upgraded bone nut and saddle for enhanced tone and sustain
Made in Japan – 1976 (based on serial number)
✅ Condition: Very Good for Its Age
clean – only minimal signs of age (light finish aging)
No structural damage, or major dings
Neck is straight and plays comfortably
String action at 12F: 1st ≈ 1.8mm / 6th ≈ 2.3mm
Frets ~80% remaining
Tone is vibrant, mature, and balanced – a true vintage voice
🎼 Why this guitar?
If you’re shopping for a new acoustic in the budget range, this Made in Japan FG-201 is a far better choice. With nearly five decades of natural aging, it offers warmth, projection, and a playing experience no modern entry-level guitar can replicate.
A vintage Yamaha in this condition, with original Japanese build quality, is a rare find.
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