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Does anyone have knowledge of this Yamaha model?  The seller says it was bought in the late 60's.  I have read that the old Yamahas sound really good.  He wants $125.00 for it.  So I thought I would ask around before I drove the 2 hours to his house to try it out.

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Hey, I was just looking at one of these coming up at an auction.if it has red nippon label and a trust rod it is after 1968, with classical guitar style body and ladder bracing. the lamination for body was actual tone woods , not plywood. Found a history on google. There are a couple videos of people playing them sound quite bright. 

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sorry just to add from history. moved from japan to Taiwan in 1972. started with red label but soon 4 different colours of tan; 75-77 had black labels; 77-81 had white label. exports were mostly tan labels. I am in Canada so check prices online in US

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I once talked to Greg Voros about old acoustics.

He said many need neck resets that are over 30yrs old

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@Eracer_Team-DougH  I've also heard of the need for neck resets for older acoustics.  I recently watched the following video on a slick tool for removing a neck.  Enjoy.

 

 

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I echo what Doug said - many of those older guitars may need neck resets. I would also check to see if the guitar has a truss rod installed - and if it is working.

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Old "well maintained" Yamahas may sound good. If neglected it could be a piece of junk. You will not know until you have it in your hands.

New guitars, amps, pedals should just work and they come with warranties. Old gear may require work to be functional. You are talking about a 50 year old guitar so there is no guarantee it will play properly.  

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It is sold for full price.  I had talked him down some But someone liked it!  Thanks for all the input! 

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