Yamaha Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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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1960s Yamaha TA60 Solid State Guitar Amplifier - Rare - Unique

Tempe, Arizona, 852**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$650

This is a 1960's Yamaha TA-60 Amp. It's a rare amp, that looks cool, and sounds amazing. It uses some really cool trapezoidal speakers
This amp is in good condition, but can always use a little cleaning
This amp is missing the power light, and the side handle. Also worth noting this amp has the original ungrounded plug.
Super cool amp family that i found out about from Nirvana's guitar tech.... more

Vintage Yamaha FG-345 II Made In Taiwan With Case Super Nice

Heath Springs, South Carolina, 290**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$400

Shows extremely light signs of handling with light rubs and a few light dings but no damage . Beautiful condition . Looks like original strap . Case is banged uo a little but works great . Inspect pics and contact me for more information . Thanks Yall !!
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Yamaha FG-110 Vintage 1970's 6-String Acoustic Guitar Made In Taiwan Needs Work

Sacramento, California, 958**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$180

Yamaha FG-110 Vintage 1970's 6-String Acoustic Guitar Made In Taiwan Needs Work
Item Description:

You are bidding on a previously owned Yamaha FG-110 6-String Acoustic Guitar that will need some work. This auction is for the guitar and aftermarket gig bag you see pictured. Nothing else included. It comes as pictured. Please take a moment to look at the pictures and assess the guitar. This guitar has some nicks, scuffs, and scratches from use. The pickguard looks like it has ... more

Vintage 1970s Yamaha FG-335 Acoustic Dreadnought Guitar w / Case!

Compton, California, 902**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$125

Used loved.
Please look at pictures
Dings and some dents a gash on side
Solid sold as is no returns
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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

Yamaha MIJ M-340 Concord Maple Sides, back, fretboard and neck 1978 new case

Hopewell, New Jersey, 085**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$499

Yamaha 1978 Concord M340 Dreadnought Blonde Maple Japan MIJ Flamed maple sides and back with a spruce top. Tis model was ONLY MNADE in 1978 and 79. I am second owner and first owner bought in 1978. There is some fret wear shown in the pictures but plays so nice and the fret wear shows gentle use. Brand new acoustic strings 12 gauge were put on 6 / 2 / 24
Let??s review the pics showing the imperfections
Japan was turning out great Martin dreadnought style guitars during this late 70??s... more

Vintage Yamaha FG-325 (1977) Acoustic Electric Guitar Lawrence Humbucker

Rossville, Georgia, 307**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$449

The Vintage Yamaha FG-325 (1977) Acoustic Guitar is a classic piece of musical equipment that embodies the craftsmanship and style of yesteryears. This guitar, part of the vintage Yamaha series, features a Lawrence Humbucker pickup, making it a versatile instrument for both acoustic and electric playing. With its rich, resonant sound and timeless design, this guitar is perfect for musicians looking to add a vintage touch to their collection or to enhance their acoustic playing experience. Some ... more

Yamaha FG365S Vintage Acoustic Guitar Japan 1980s Spruce Rosewood! Rare Guitar!

Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$850

Yamaha FG365S Vintage Acoustic Guitar Japan 1980s Spruce Rosewood! Rare Guitar! Plays just great! Very good condition! Comes with the guitar only

Ships Free Right Away!
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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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1980s Yamaha SC-300T Samurai Flying Goose Candy Apple Red w / Gig Bag

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

$795

1980s Yamaha SC-300T Samurai Flying Goose Candy Apple Red w / Gig Bag
This Guitar Is In Very Good Condition With Some Playwear Visible (See Photos)
Located At IVG Orange
Made In Japan
Weighs 7lbs 7oz
Nut Width 1 6 "
Neck Depth At 1st Fret 0 82 " , At 12th 0 88 "
Comes With Original Yamaha Gig Bag And Red Strap
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Yamaha SG1500 vintage electric guitar Japan 1976, New Frets, Pots, Tuners

Napa, California, 945**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2300

When Yamaha introduced the highly acclaimed
SG2000 they also introduced a SG1500. This first SG1500 is very close to the original SG2000, but with a set neck instead of the through neck, chrome hardware instead of gold plated, dot inlays instead of block inlays
Here the heaviest of the Yamaha SG range the phenomenal rare and all original 1st issue Yamaha
SG-1500, 1976, good condition for its near 47 years in delicious Cherry Sunburst. A true Rock Beast! Not many of these about anymore,... more

1980 Yamaha SG-700 Cherry Sunburst

Salt Lake City, Utah, 841**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1199

For sale is the timeless 1980 Yamaha SG-700 in a captivating Cherry Sunburst finish, accompanied by a non-original gig bag. This guitar, while having experienced the hands of musicians over the years, remains in good condition and operates flawlessly
The guitar shows signs of its journey, including scratches, dings, and wear on the back, which contribute to its character and charm. Despite these cosmetic signs of use, the guitar maintains its structural integrity, earning a solid 7 5 out of ... more

Yamaha G-90A Japan Classical Guitar

Huntington, Indiana, 467**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$449

For sale is a Yamaha G-90A Japan Classical Guitar in Good Condition!
Just cleaned and restrung!
Case: Soft
Scale Length: 660mm
Nut Width: 52mm
Fret Wear: 9 5 / 10
Action at 12F (6th): 4 5mm
Action at 12F (1st): 3 5mm
Weight: 1530grams
Overall Condition: 7 5 / 10
Cool Factor: 11 out of 10

USA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for
more rare Japanese Guitars and other unique gear! I use ... more

Yamaha's vintage acoustic or classical guitar models from the 1960s or 1970s,

Mesa, Arizona, 852**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$299

Yamaha's vintage acoustic or classical guitar models from the 1960s or 1970s are known for their classic design and high-quality craftsmanship. These right-handed guitars feature a classical body type with a flat top soundboard, perfect for producing warm and rich tones. With a 6-string configuration, these vintage Yamaha guitars offer a timeless sound that is ideal for classical and traditional music styles.... more

Yamaha BBX Bass Alder Rosewood - 1985

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

$1100

Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a 1985 Yamaha BBX Bass in 100% original condition and sporting a pro setup The BBX is the bolt-on brother of the venerable BB-3000 and features all the swagger and charm of it's big brother 34" scale, 10" radius, 9 02 lbs It's a Yamaha proprietary PJ pickup configuration with a blade single in the bridge position and a split single coild in the neck They deliver a well-defined tonality with excellent clarity and separation Comes safely packed ... more

Yamaha FG-312 12-string vintage slotted w / hsc 1980

Lynn, Massachusetts, 019**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$395

Plays and sounds great, but has a few issues. There's a small hole in the lower bout near the bottom strap button. There's some wood splintered from the inside of the slotted headstock. There's wear in the fretboard in 1st position. Frets also have some wear, but life left. Other than that, the neck is straight, truss turns, action is good. New D'Addarios. Tuned to Eb standard. I *believe* I decoded the serial number correctly as 1980, but feel free to weigh in if I got it wrong. RoadRunner case... more

Yamaha FG-750S 6-String Acoustic folk electric Guitar 1981 v good with hard case

Lake Oswego, Oregon, 970**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$750

Yamaha FG-750S 6-String Acoustic folk electric Guitar 1981 vintage v good condition with hard case

This is the vintage model that was made in 1981 , not the newer version . Its a vintage guitar with upgraded active Fishman electronics with sound-hole volume and tone controls , guitar has a nice flat solid spruce top with mahogany back and sides , newer models are sycamore , it does have a few scuffs , dings and minor scratch marks , but no cracks and no bridge lifting , it has ... more

1978 Yamaha SA-1000 Super axe

Cedar Falls, Iowa, 506**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

'78 SA-1000 . Only sold in Japan. Bought from a Japanese seller in 2008. Played a half dozen gigs with it and retired due to arthritis . Haven't touched since then. Neck is perfect . body is in pretty good shape as well .its 48 years old and looks great . Case is nothing special . kind of a softside thing that it came shipped from Japan in. If it made it here, it'll make it to you. Will ship via ups to you for $100 (domestically only) I'm gonna have ups pack and ship, but you will only pay ... more

Vintage Yamaha G50-112 III 2 Channel Guitar Amplifier Amp WORKS TESTED Read*

Lancaster, South Carolina, 297**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$300

Good working condition, just has some dust buildup that causes crackling when certain knobs are turned. Will be shipped in a heavy duty box with lots and lots of bubble wrap!
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1977 Yamaha SF 500 Super Flighter Guitar Pickguard Vintage Japan Part

Plano, Texas, 750**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$89

Two ply black-and-white, no cracks , normal vintage wear with patina?? includes original mounting screws. original 1970s Yamaha part, thanks for looking!
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