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YUKINOBU CHAI No.10 1989 – Japanese Handmade Classical Guitar (Excellent Cond.)
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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: Yukinobu Chai
Yukinobu Chai No.10 1989 – Japanese Handmade Classical Guitar (Excellent Condition)Beautiful light-blonde Spruce top with gorgeous rosewood back and sides. Has an overall well-balanced yet charming tone with clear, colourful trebles.CONDITION:(Please see all 12 pics for best understanding of condition)In excellent condition with only minor dings and fine scratches. The neck is straight without any bowing or warping, Pegs function smoothly and accurately. Frets are in excellent condition with minimal wear.It is not often you find a guitar of this age in such good condition.SPECIFICATIONS:Top: SpruceBack: RosewoodSides: RosewoodScale: 650mmNut width: 52mmACTION:1st string @ 12th fret: 3.5mm6th string @ 12th fret: 4mmVALUE:Yukinobu Chai like many Japanese luthiers derived the model numbers from the price of the guitar. (E.g N0.6 = 60,000 yen)This particular model, No.10 cost 100,000 yen (approx AUD$1200) in 1989.MORE INFO:POSTAGE / PICK UP:Guitar will be posted with tracking and insurance for the full value of the item.Guitar comes a hard case which is in very good condition and fully functional. It will protect the guitar during transit but does not have any considerable value. Guitar can also be picked up in person from Camberwell VIC.ABOUT YUKINOBU CHAI:Yukinobu Chai originally began making violins in the 1950's and later expanded into guitar making in the 60's after it became popular in Japan to play the classical guitar. The sudden popularity of the classical guitar was influenced by the famous movie "Jeux interdits". Chai was never taught how to make a violin nor guitar, instead he taught himself via books and studying the instruments themselves, Chai also utilised some techniques used for piano making. These unorthodox methods is what gives Chai's guitars their unique tone which Chai described as a "Rich spreading sound". His guitars were used by famous guitarists such as George Benson and Gontiti's Masahiko 'Gonzalez' Mikami. Yukinobu Chai Passed away in 2011, with the family business now being run by his son Yukihiro. He is considered one of the greatest ever Japanese luthiers alongside Masaru Kohno, Sakazo Nakade, Saburo Nogami, The Tamura brothers and others.If you have any questions about this guitar please feel free to ask =)Also please check out my for sale
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| 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: | Yukinobu Chai |
Yukinobu Chai No.10 1989 – Japanese Handmade Classical Guitar (Excellent Condition)Beautiful light-blonde Spruce top with gorgeous rosewood back and sides. Has an overall well-balanced yet charming tone with clear, colourful trebles.CONDITION:(Please see all 12 pics for best understanding of condition)In excellent condition with only minor dings and fine scratches. The neck is straight without any bowing or warping, Pegs function smoothly and accurately. Frets are in excellent condition with minimal wear.It is not often you find a guitar of this age in such good condition.SPECIFICATIONS:Top: SpruceBack: RosewoodSides: RosewoodScale: 650mmNut width: 52mmACTION:1st string @ 12th fret: 3.5mm6th string @ 12th fret: 4mmVALUE:Yukinobu Chai like many Japanese luthiers derived the model numbers from the price of the guitar. (E.g N0.6 = 60,000 yen)This particular model, No.10 cost 100,000 yen (approx AUD$1200) in 1989.MORE INFO:POSTAGE / PICK UP:Guitar will be posted with tracking and insurance for the full value of the item.Guitar comes a hard case which is in very good condition and fully functional. It will protect the guitar during transit but does not have any considerable value. Guitar can also be picked up in person from Camberwell VIC.ABOUT YUKINOBU CHAI:Yukinobu Chai originally began making violins in the 1950's and later expanded into guitar making in the 60's after it became popular in Japan to play the classical guitar. The sudden popularity of the classical guitar was influenced by the famous movie "Jeux interdits". Chai was never taught how to make a violin nor guitar, instead he taught himself via books and studying the instruments themselves, Chai also utilised some techniques used for piano making. These unorthodox methods is what gives Chai's guitars their unique tone which Chai described as a "Rich spreading sound". His guitars were used by famous guitarists such as George Benson and Gontiti's Masahiko 'Gonzalez' Mikami. Yukinobu Chai Passed away in 2011, with the family business now being run by his son Yukihiro. He is considered one of the greatest ever Japanese luthiers alongside Masaru Kohno, Sakazo Nakade, Saburo Nogami, The Tamura brothers and others.If you have any questions about this guitar please feel free to ask =)Also please check out my for sale