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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Yamaha BE-200 Bass Pre-Amp and Bs-100 Cabinet 1974 VINTAGE MONSTER!

Oak Brook, Illinois, 605**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$850

FULLY ORIGINAL- FULLY WORKING! YES IT WORKS GREAT! It has been lovingly preserved in a bonus room for 25 years. Downsizing now!

Great Vintage Bass sound!
The Yamaha BE-200 was produced in the early 1970s, with the best evidence placing it around 1972??1974, although some examples may have remained in dealer inventory for a few years afterward. It was sold together with the BS-100 powered speaker cabinet as the YBA-100 bass amplification system.

Some interesting ... more

Yamaha YC-20 Vintage Electric Combo Organ 61 Key Made in Japan - 1970's

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

$1200

Yamaha YC-20 Vintage Electric Combo Organ 61 Key Made in Japan - 1970's
Northwest Vintage Guitars brings you a rare Yamaha YC-20 Electric Combo Organ from the 1970's. These are some versatile machines with a dual oscillators and multiple waveforms. 44 Treble keys and 17 bass keys give you the ability to accompany yourself. We replaced the capacitors as needed, cleaned the key contacts, and tested it for usability. The Volume pedal has little effect, the touch tremolo makes only a little... 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 Grand Concert Model GC-20 Solid Spruce Top Hideyuki Ezaki - 1979

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

$2000

Yamaha Grand Concert Model GC-20 Solid Spruce Top Hideyuki Ezaki - 1979
Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a clean 1979 Yamaha Grand Concert hand crafted by Hideyuki Ezaki in Japan in 1979. The specs on this model changed through the years, but this one has a solid Spruce top, solid Rosewood back and sides, a Mahogany neck, a high grade Ebony fretboard, and a Rosewood bridge. Hideyuki Ezaki was one of the most skilled luthiers in Yamaha's staff of custom builders. 660mm scale, flat ... 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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Yamaha GC-7F 1970 Classical Guitar Rare - Toshihiro Kato

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

$1899

For sale is a Yamaha GC-7F 1970 Classical Guitar Rare - Toshihiro Kato in Good Condition!
This rare Yamaha classical was made by none other than the famous Toshihiro Kato! Just because he didn't have his own shop, don't let that deceive you, his work is right up there with Kohno!
These don't come on the market very often and with a brilliant bright yet deep tone, this gem is sure to not disappoint!
Case: Hard
Scale Length: 660mm
Nut Width: 52 45mm
Frets Remaining: 8 5 / ... more

Yamaha Super Axe SA1000 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Cherry Red MIJ 1978 w / OHSC

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

$1599

Up for sale is a beautiful vintage Yamaha Super Axe SA1000 semi-hollow electric guitar in cherry red finish, made in Japan in 1978
These late 70s Yamaha semi-hollows are incredibly well built guitars and have developed a really strong reputation over the years for their craftsmanship, playability, and tone. The SA1000 sits in that sweet spot of vintage Japanese quality where Yamaha was competing directly with higher-end Gibson ES models while still doing their own thing
This example ... more

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

Yamaha FG-412-12 Vintage 12-String Acoustic Guitar w / Hard Case (PO1024950)

Portland, Oregon, 972**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$579

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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-5 SER NO. 21920 Nippon Gakki Amplifier Tested Working

Hollywood, Florida, 330**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$259

Check pictures for condition. Questions welcome before buying.
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Yamaha 1984 Made In Japan Vintage Black-SBG3000 Electric Guitar w / Hard Case

San Francisco, California, 941**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4000

The Yamaha SBG3000 electric guitar is a vintage model made in Japan in 1984. It features a solid black body with an ebony fretboard, a classic design for electric guitars. This guitar is part of the Yamaha brand's vintage series, making it a sought-after piece for musicians and collectors alike. With 22 frets and a hard case for protection, this Yamaha SBG3000 electric guitar is a stylish and high-quality option for any guitarist looking for a vintage feel. Premium upgrade from the SG3000 with ... more

Yamaha CJ-818 Jumbo Acoustic Guitar Natural Wood 1979 (A1G011423)

Gladstone, Oregon, 970**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$499

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

Vintage 1982 Yamaha FG-250M Nippon Gakki Japan Acoustic Guitar

Helotes, Texas, 780**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$440

This is a vintage Yamaha FG-250M Nippon Gakki acoustic guitar that was made in Japan in 1982. It has a solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, bone bridge pins, a bone nut and a bone saddle. It has also been equipped with new D'Addario EJ16 phosphor bronze light gauge strings. Considering the age of the guitar, it is still structurally in good shape and capable of producing a uniquely aged sound. Additionally, it has had a recent neck reset, so the neck angle is in a good position. As ... more

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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Yamaha L-7S Sunburst Jumbo Style Western - 1980

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

$1300

Yamaha L-7S Sunburst Jumbo Style Western - 1980
Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a wonderful and rare Yamaha L-7S Jumbo Style Acoustic with a Spruce top. African Mahogany back and side, and a solid Mahogany neck. It's a great sounding Jumbo, very classy, and very rare. We gave it a complete pro service, fret level and dress, and a re-glue on the pickguard and bridge. It's ready for years of reliable service. 25 5" scale, 12" radius, 5 35 lbs. Comes safely packed and fully insured in ... more

1983 Yamaha SA-2100 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Black MIJ w / Yamaha Hard Case

Pensacola, Florida, 325**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2249

1983 Yamaha SA-2100 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Black MIJ w / Yamaha Hard Case
Up for sale is a gorgeous 1983 Yamaha SA-2100 semi-hollow electric guitar in black finish, made in Japan during Yamaha??s highly regarded golden-era production period
If you know these guitars, you know the reputation. The SA-2100 is widely considered one of Yamaha??s finest vintage semi-hollow models??an exceptionally well-built ES-style instrument with premium craftsmanship, excellent playability, and a ... more

Yamaha Super Flighter Model SF5000 1981 Set Neck - Violin Burst

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

$962

Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a rare and clean 1981 Yamaha Super Flighter Model SF-5000 Set neck Dual Humbucker Solid body with a vintage padded gig bag This was one of Yamaha's high end set neck solid body guitars from the early 80's and features a solid Alder body, a Maple Set neck, and a dark Rosewood fretboard You also get a no nonsense control layout with one Volume, one Tone, a coil split and a 3 Way switch to dial it all in
The nut measures 1 68 " , neck depth is .85 ... more