Yamaha Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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YAMAHA | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Yamaha guitar advertisements. See also the advertising for Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, Fletcher, Coppock & Newman, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Kramer, Leslie, Marshall, Martin, Music Man, Ovation, Rickenbacker, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer, Vox, WEM, Yamaha

Vintage Yamaha advertisements; 6 adverts covering a period of 11 years, from 1969 to 1980. Click the images to have a closer look.

Funky Power
Yamaha guitars - 1969

Yamaha Acoustics - The Care We Take on the Outside Sells a Lot of People. The Care We Take in Here Sells a Musician

The Care We Take on the Outside Sells a Lot of People. The Care We Take in Here Sells a Musician
Yamaha Acoustics - 1972

Yamaha Acoustics - Get Into The Woodwork

Get Into The Woodwork
Yamaha Acoustics - 1972

We Made It
Yamaha SG2000 - 1977

Yamaha SG2000 - We put our minds to reading yours

We put our minds to reading yours
Yamaha SG2000 - 1977

Yamaha SG2000 - How Serious are You About an Electric Guitar?

How Serious are You About an Electric Guitar?
Yamaha SG2000 - 1980

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

Vintage Yamaha guitars for sale

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Yamaha FG-345 II Acoustic Guitar made in Taiwan 1978-1982 excellent w / case

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

See photos. This is in excellent condition. Minor knicks and scratches
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yamaha guitar padded soft case vintage gig bag 46"

Shiloh, Georgia, 318**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$130

The Yamaha guitar padded soft case vintage gig bag is a durable and stylish accessory for electric guitars. Made from nylon material in a sleek black color, this gig bag is designed to securely hold and protect your guitar while on the go. With its 46" capacity, this Yamaha gig bag is perfect for storing and transporting a single electric guitar. Ideal for musicians who are looking for a reliable and long-lasting case to keep their instrument safe during gigs and performances.... more

Vintage 1971 Yamaha FG-230 Nippon Gakki Red Label 12 String Acoustic Guitar

Newark, New Jersey, 071**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$450

The Vintage 1971 Yamaha FG-230 Nippon Gakki Red Label 12 String Acoustic Guitar is a classic piece of musical history. This right-handed acoustic guitar features a dreadnought body type and a striking red color. With its 12-string configuration, NEEDS A ROPE 1... more

1980 Yamaha N1000 Solid Woods Jacaranda Solid Spruce Top OHSC

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2133

Northwest Vintage Guitars proudly presents an all solid wood Yamaha N1000 with solid "Jacaranda" sides and back Jacaranda is a German word that refers to the Dalbergia Species of Rosewoods And it's all solid. One piece Mahogany neck, bound ebony fretboard, and a whimsical mustache bridge The Mustache theme continues up the neck with the pearloid inlays And we love the stylish Oscar Scmidt style pickguard She comes pre-loaded with a classic LR Baggs soundhole pickup and everything ... more

Yamaha Lord Player LP500 Set Neck LP Sunburst - 1984

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$900

Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a super clean 1984 Yamaha Lord Player set neck Les Paul style finished in Cherry Sunburst These feature great Alnico V Humbuckers that come in at 8 16 ohms at the neck, 7 87 ohms at the bridge and deliver a warm PAF tonality that won't disappoint High spec all the way around with the typical Yamaha quality
The nut measures 1 7 " , neck depth is .86 " - 97" at the 1st and 12th frets respectively It's a big medium C profile that's not unlike a ... more

Yamaha G100 / 50 Amplifier Head And 4-12?? Speaker Cabinet 1977 Original Owner, cov

Stockbridge, Georgia, 302**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

The Yamaha G100 / 50 Amplifier Head and 4-12?? Speaker Cabinet from 1977 is a classic electric guitar amplifier designed for electric guitars. With two channels and a power output of 100W, this solid-state amplifier delivers powerful sound through four speakers with an impedance of 16 Ohms. Made in Japan by Yamaha, this Deluxe Reverb model offers a vintage look and sound that is perfect for guitarists looking for an authentic retro feel in their amplifier setup. I am the original owner and this... more

Yamaha SA60 Natural Semi-Hollow 335 Style Vintage 1974 w / Case

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1300

Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a sweet and clean Yamaha SA60 from 1974 in perfect working order This version of Yamaha's Semi-Hollowbody Electrics have great sounding Humbuckers unlike the prior offerings These are rich and harmonic while still being warm and full The Nylon type saddles were fashionable in their day and they certainly have a tone all their own Very Cool
Tonewoods include a Maple / Persimmon laminate top, back, and sides The highly figured maple ... more

Yamaha L-31A Late Model All Solid Woods JACARANDA 1984

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3616

Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a lovely 1984 Yamaha L-31A from their Limited line of top tier instruments The L31 features a highly figured solid Sitka Spruce top, solid Jacaranda sides and back, an ebony bridge and fretboard with a solie Honduran Mohogany neck No expense was spared as they sourced the best tonewoods available Jacaranda is a term that refers to the Dalbergia species of Rosewood that grows in Brazil And the sound is fantastic Great playability and action with ... more

Vtg Yamaha G-50A Classical Acoustic Guitar / Case EUC

Sebring, Florida, 338**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$150

The Yamaha G-50A Classical Acoustic Guitar is a high-quality instrument from the Classic series by Yamaha. This guitar is designed specifically for classical music and features the iconic Yamaha brand. The G-50A model offers exceptional sound quality and playability, making it a popular choice for musicians looking for a reliable and well-crafted acoustic guitar. The included case also ensures that the guitar is protected and well-maintained when not in use
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1985 Yamaha SE700E Right Handed Electric Guitar w / Hard Case Made in Japan

Forked River, New Jersey, 087**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$700

Up For Sale Today:
1985 Yamaha SE700E Right Handed Electric Guitar
6 String
Made in Japan
Serial # LKHN034
Comes w / aftermarket Hard Case
Neck and Middle Pickup are wired in series by original owner (the neck pickup can't be isolated)
Pre-owned in good condition
Shows wear from age and normal use (scratches / scuffs)
Neck is in good shape with low action
Frets are in good shape
Please see pictures for more detail and feel free to ask any questions as we'd be ... more

Vintage Black Yamaha AR-1500Live Portable Dive Bar Rock Band Guitar Amplifier

Stafford, Virginia, 225**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$55

FOR PARTS / NOT WORKING Vintage Black Yamaha AR-1500Live 25 Watt Portable Dive Bar Rock Band Guitar Amplifier PLEASE READ The amplifier has a number of cosmetic issues, such as scratches, scuffs, dings, surface rust on the corners and screws, fading, cracking, etc , due to age
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1978 Yamaha SG-500 - Trans Red Finish - Made in Japan - Pro Set Up - Demo Video!

Pompano Beach, Florida, 330**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1499

Late 70's Yamaha SG 500
Serial #: 003526
Rosewood Fretboard
Tapered D Profile Neck
Nut: 1 68
Measures .83 at the First Fret and .99 at the Twelfth
Weight: 8 lbs 14 oz's
Comes in Gig Bag
Check Out the Demo Video Below

$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, ... more

Funda de asiento de alta calidad, compatible con Yamaha Raptor 700 700R 2006

Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$87

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Yamaha No 80 Acoustic Guitar Classical Vintage Japan Nippon Gakki Early1960??s

North Scituate, Rhode Island, 028**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$330

in great condition
comes with case in pictures
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Vintage 1960s Yamaha Nippon Gakki Dynamic S70 Guitar + Padded Case | New Tuners

Denver, Colorado, 802**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$405

Vintage Yamaha S70 Dynamic Guitar ?? Mid-1960s Nippon Gakki

Offered here is a vintage 1960s Yamaha Nippon Gakki Dynamic S70 ?? one of Yamaha??s early pre-FG series classics, known for its warm tone, comfortable playability, and beautiful wood grain. This example has been professionally serviced and is ready to enjoy

Key Features & Upgrades
?? Model: Yamaha Dynamic S70 ?? Made in Japan by Nippon Gakki (circa mid-1960s)
?? Strings: Freshly restrung with Martin ... more

Yamaha G50-410 Fifty 410 50-Watt 4x10" Guitar Combo 1975 - 1979

Porter Ranch, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$550

Incredibly loud with tons of clean headroom -cool fuzz-like distortion and square-wave tremolo -really solid build quality -solid-state, no tube maintenance -incredibly affordable spring reverb
Comes with original footswitch and Yamaha Product Catalog
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Vintage 1968 Yamaha SA-50B Electric Guitar

Cleveland, Ohio, 441**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1600

Here is an all original vintage 1968 Yamaha SA-50B electric semi hollow guitar, made in Japan. The serial # is 3827. It's in very good condition for its age. It has a few nicks, dings, scratches, and belt marks on the back. The neck is straight with good action. The frets show little to no wear. All of the electronics work as they should. It has a master volume, master tone, a balance or blend control, and a three way switch. Included is the original hard shell case. This is a great guitar for ... more

Yamaha Vintage 1960s Nippon Gakki No G-60 Classical Acoustic Guitar with Case

Fresno, California, 937**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Yamaha Vintage 1960s Nippon Gakki No G 60 Classical Acoustic Guitar with Case. Looks like it could use some love. If you know how to refurbish guitars this could be a good one. See pics for condition. Ships fast.... more

1976 Yamaha G-231 Guitar w / Hard Shell Gator Case

Urbana, Illinois, 618**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400

The 1976 Yamaha G-231 Guitar is a right-handed acoustic guitar from the G-Series, featuring a dreadnought body type made of spruce with a vintage tint finish. It has a 6-string configuration with a rosewood fretboard and neck, offering 20 frets for playing versatility. This guitar comes with a hard shell Gator case for protection and transportation. Known for its quality craftsmanship and sound, the Yamaha G-231 is a vintage piece that resonates Yamaha's reputation for producing reliable and ... more

Vintage 1975 Yamaha FG-45 Short Scale Acoustic Guitar

Smyrna, Delaware, 199**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$100

Vintage 1975 Yamaha FG-45 Short Scale Acoustic Guitar. Condition is Used. Local pickup only.... more