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1974 (MI Japan) Yamaha G-280A* Concert Classical Guitar w/Custom 2nd Sound Port
Estimated price for orientation: 950 $
Category: Classical Guitars
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Description 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: Yamaha String Configuration: 6 String Model: G-280A Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan Dexterity: Right-Handed
SPECIFICATIONS:
Top - Solid Spruce
(Possibly Ezo Spruce ... until the late 1970's Yamaha was using Ezo Spruce for their best guitars)
Back - Indian Rosewood
Sides - Indian Rosewood
Fret Board - Indian Rosewood
Neck - Nato (a.k.a Eastern Mahogany)
Heel Plate - Rosewood
Face Plate - 3-Segment Rosewood w/Triple-strip Bindings
(This design was used by Yamaha only on their best classical guitars, and only through 1978)
Bridge - Indian Rosewood
Saddle - Bone (Upgraded by me)
Nut - Bone (Upgraded by me)
Tuners - Gold & Black Steel w/Black Buttons & Posts (Upgraded by me)
Fret Markers - 5th, 7th & 9th
String Length - Full Concert (658 mm) - - - - - - - - -
* Point of Interest: According to my contact at Yamaha, the G-280A was never imported into the U.S. for sale. While the G-280A was being made (1972-1974), it was their top-of-the-line “G” series classical and was available in Japan. The highest grade Yamaha imported to the U.S. was the G-250. (I would guess that this was because Yamaha decided they couldn't produce enough of their flagship G-280A to satisfy the demand in both Japan and the U.S.)
- - - - - - - - -CUSTOM FEATURE: The custom second sound port enhances the playing experience without reducing the overall volume of the guitar. For most classical (and acoustic) guitars the player doesn't actually hear how the guitar sounds “out front”. But with a second sound port, the artist gets to appreciate both the dynamics and the subtleties of his/her playing as heard by the audience. Or to put it differently, with this second port the guitar sounds ~30% louder and clearer to the person playing it. SOUND: This guitar has a strong, clear projection and very pleasing resonance, as expected from a top-of-the-line 40 year-old guitar. Its full, crisp voice in the treble, middle, and bass registers is because the top is solid spruce and has "opened up" to attain its mature voice. Action on frets is perfect; no bowing of the neck. (See photo #12 for actual string-fret measurements.) With a little loving care this guitar should sound and play beautifully for another 50+ years.FINISH: 8+/10 ... The original high-gloss finish is generally in excellent condition. (Please see my high-res photos.) There are two small chips-dings in the finish. Also, it appears that someone tried using a guitar pick as there is some roughening of the finish adjacent to the sound hole. (see photos). However, I don’t think any of these are noticeable (unless you know to look for them).SHIPPING, Etc.: FREE Shipping to 48 continental United States
(Alaska, Hawaii & Territories add $70.00 ... I'll gladly ship worldwide, but you must contact me for a shipping quote before purchasing this guitar) Your guitar will ship insured ... paid by me ... well-packed and with strings loosened. The current strings are D'Addario Pro Arte EJ-45LP. Depending on your altitude and humidity, you may like another brand. By all means, do try different strings as you go along.Thanks for looking ... and happy playing!
Description
| 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: | Yamaha |
| String Configuration: | 6 String | Model: | G-280A |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: | Japan | Dexterity: | Right-Handed |
SPECIFICATIONS:
Top - Solid Spruce
(Possibly Ezo Spruce ... until the late 1970's Yamaha was using Ezo Spruce for their best guitars)
Back - Indian Rosewood
Sides - Indian Rosewood
Fret Board - Indian Rosewood
Neck - Nato (a.k.a Eastern Mahogany)
Heel Plate - Rosewood
Face Plate - 3-Segment Rosewood w/Triple-strip Bindings
(This design was used by Yamaha only on their best classical guitars, and only through 1978)
Bridge - Indian Rosewood
Saddle - Bone (Upgraded by me)
Nut - Bone (Upgraded by me)
Tuners - Gold & Black Steel w/Black Buttons & Posts (Upgraded by me)
Fret Markers - 5th, 7th & 9th
String Length - Full Concert (658 mm) - - - - - - - - -
* Point of Interest: According to my contact at Yamaha, the G-280A was never imported into the U.S. for sale. While the G-280A was being made (1972-1974), it was their top-of-the-line “G” series classical and was available in Japan. The highest grade Yamaha imported to the U.S. was the G-250. (I would guess that this was because Yamaha decided they couldn't produce enough of their flagship G-280A to satisfy the demand in both Japan and the U.S.)
- - - - - - - - -CUSTOM FEATURE: The custom second sound port enhances the playing experience without reducing the overall volume of the guitar. For most classical (and acoustic) guitars the player doesn't actually hear how the guitar sounds “out front”. But with a second sound port, the artist gets to appreciate both the dynamics and the subtleties of his/her playing as heard by the audience. Or to put it differently, with this second port the guitar sounds ~30% louder and clearer to the person playing it. SOUND: This guitar has a strong, clear projection and very pleasing resonance, as expected from a top-of-the-line 40 year-old guitar. Its full, crisp voice in the treble, middle, and bass registers is because the top is solid spruce and has "opened up" to attain its mature voice. Action on frets is perfect; no bowing of the neck. (See photo #12 for actual string-fret measurements.) With a little loving care this guitar should sound and play beautifully for another 50+ years.FINISH: 8+/10 ... The original high-gloss finish is generally in excellent condition. (Please see my high-res photos.) There are two small chips-dings in the finish. Also, it appears that someone tried using a guitar pick as there is some roughening of the finish adjacent to the sound hole. (see photos). However, I don’t think any of these are noticeable (unless you know to look for them).SHIPPING, Etc.: FREE Shipping to 48 continental United States
(Alaska, Hawaii & Territories add $70.00 ... I'll gladly ship worldwide, but you must contact me for a shipping quote before purchasing this guitar) Your guitar will ship insured ... paid by me ... well-packed and with strings loosened. The current strings are D'Addario Pro Arte EJ-45LP. Depending on your altitude and humidity, you may like another brand. By all means, do try different strings as you go along.Thanks for looking ... and happy playing!
Top - Solid Spruce
(Possibly Ezo Spruce ... until the late 1970's Yamaha was using Ezo Spruce for their best guitars)
Back - Indian Rosewood
Sides - Indian Rosewood
Fret Board - Indian Rosewood
Neck - Nato (a.k.a Eastern Mahogany)
Heel Plate - Rosewood
Face Plate - 3-Segment Rosewood w/Triple-strip Bindings
(This design was used by Yamaha only on their best classical guitars, and only through 1978)
Bridge - Indian Rosewood
Saddle - Bone (Upgraded by me)
Nut - Bone (Upgraded by me)
Tuners - Gold & Black Steel w/Black Buttons & Posts (Upgraded by me)
Fret Markers - 5th, 7th & 9th
String Length - Full Concert (658 mm) - - - - - - - - -
* Point of Interest: According to my contact at Yamaha, the G-280A was never imported into the U.S. for sale. While the G-280A was being made (1972-1974), it was their top-of-the-line “G” series classical and was available in Japan. The highest grade Yamaha imported to the U.S. was the G-250. (I would guess that this was because Yamaha decided they couldn't produce enough of their flagship G-280A to satisfy the demand in both Japan and the U.S.)
- - - - - - - - -CUSTOM FEATURE: The custom second sound port enhances the playing experience without reducing the overall volume of the guitar. For most classical (and acoustic) guitars the player doesn't actually hear how the guitar sounds “out front”. But with a second sound port, the artist gets to appreciate both the dynamics and the subtleties of his/her playing as heard by the audience. Or to put it differently, with this second port the guitar sounds ~30% louder and clearer to the person playing it. SOUND: This guitar has a strong, clear projection and very pleasing resonance, as expected from a top-of-the-line 40 year-old guitar. Its full, crisp voice in the treble, middle, and bass registers is because the top is solid spruce and has "opened up" to attain its mature voice. Action on frets is perfect; no bowing of the neck. (See photo #12 for actual string-fret measurements.) With a little loving care this guitar should sound and play beautifully for another 50+ years.FINISH: 8+/10 ... The original high-gloss finish is generally in excellent condition. (Please see my high-res photos.) There are two small chips-dings in the finish. Also, it appears that someone tried using a guitar pick as there is some roughening of the finish adjacent to the sound hole. (see photos). However, I don’t think any of these are noticeable (unless you know to look for them).SHIPPING, Etc.: FREE Shipping to 48 continental United States
(Alaska, Hawaii & Territories add $70.00 ... I'll gladly ship worldwide, but you must contact me for a shipping quote before purchasing this guitar) Your guitar will ship insured ... paid by me ... well-packed and with strings loosened. The current strings are D'Addario Pro Arte EJ-45LP. Depending on your altitude and humidity, you may like another brand. By all means, do try different strings as you go along.Thanks for looking ... and happy playing!