Outstanding S. YAIRI Classe 800 Classical Acoustic, VGCon. OHSC, Made in Japan!

Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab... Read moreabout the condition
;Brand: S. YAIRI
;Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
;Body Type: CLASSICAL
;Model: Classe 800
;Dexterity: Right-Handed
;Model Year: 1972
;String Configuration: 6 String

Outstanding S. YAIRI Classe 800 Classical Acoustic, VGCon. OHSC, Made in Japan!

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As you can see by googling ALUMPSTER’S GUITARS, I generally sell only Martin, Cibson, Guild, Taylor, Larrivee, and Alvarez-Yairi guitars because most of these models are made so well that they tend to increase in value and improve in the complexity and resonance of their sound as they age, regardless of their appearance; I can therefore sell them with confidence despite my lack of real expertise. This guitar, like all my guitars, is also available at a negotiable Buy It Now price in my store at any time.

I have sold guitars to Russia, Japan, Australia, and over 50 other countries, as well as almost every state in the USA. Since some of my guitars travel thousands of miles, I take care to use lots of packing materials, protect the neck inside the case, and of course de-tune the strings.

I will consider reasonable offers, even including installment payments and trade-ins, but generally since I already attempt to price my guitars very competitively, unusual deals must be unusually sweet. If you have a particular model of any brand in which you are interested, please Google “alumpster’s guitars” to ask on-line or at 803-731-0515, and I will be happy to let you know if it will be available soon.

Regarding this particular S. Yairi Classe 800 classical guitar, the pictures attached hopefully will tell you most of what you want to know. As you can see on the label, the date of manufacture was 1972, and the apparently hand [not stamped] signature is clearly Sadao Yairi's. While I haven't found reliable specs, I'm pretty sure the top is high grade spruce stained [or aged] to a darker amber, while the back and sides are Indian rosewood. Yairi was famed for his matching laminates, and although the inside and outside grains seem to be the same, the back and sides may be laminated.

The fretboard is clearly rosewood rather than ebony, as is presumably the bridge. The neck and headstock look like solid mahogany, which one of the more knowledgeable guys online says was very expensive to produce but increases sustain. Speaking of the bridge, it may not be original [although I see no sign of movement] simply because there is an after-market piezo pickup under the saddle, accessed through a jack visible in the treble side bottom of the guitar. This works well for if you are playing in a larger space or with other musicians.

Condition is very good for a 43-year-old guitar which has clearly been played. There is slight wear visible below the sound hole, some "armpit polishing" on the bass top side, and a few dings and bruises throughout. The neck finish is somewhat worn, but the headstock is in great shape and the original tuners work well.

The apparently original hard shell case is also in very good vintage condition. The purple interior is worn in a few places, the tolex is dinged on the edges and peeling a bit [if I have time, I’ll re-glue it before shipping], but the latches and hinges all work and the handle is solid. Structurally it's fine and offers great protection for this fine instrument.

 Buyer pays a flat rate of $55 for insurance and shipping to the lower 48 states; shipping costs elsewhere will be negotiated as necessary. Payment by Paypal is preferred; payment must clear before the guitar will be shipped.

I have made every effort to describe and illustrate this outstanding guitar and case with scrupulous accuracy. Please read the description carefully, check out the pictures, and ask any questions you might have before bidding on this guitar. Its return will not be accepted unless it can be shown that it was egregiously misrepresented in this listing.

Outstanding S. YAIRI Classe 800 Classical Acoustic, VGCon. OHSC, Made in Japan!

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