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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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

Yamaha C-180 Japan Classical Guitar

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

$599

For sale is a Yamaha C-180 Japan Classical Guitar in Very Good Condition!
This is a wonderful classical that hits above it's price range!
Includes an awesome hard case as well!
Just cleaned and restrung and ready to go!
Case: Hard
Scale Length: 650mm
Nut Width: 52 5mm
Frets Remaining: 10 / 10
Action at 12F (6th): 4 5mm
Action at 12F (1st): 4mm
Weight: 1571grams
Overall Condition: 8 / 10
Cool Factor: 11 out of 10

USA Seller, check my... 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 FG Junior ACOUSTIC GUITAR - USED

Spencerport, New York, 145**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$129

Up for grabs is a:
Yamaha FG Junior ACOUSTIC GUITAR - USED
FSA IS BACK!
PLEASE ASK FIRST ABOUT INTL SHIPMENTS AND WE DO NOT LOWER VALUES. NEW Please inquire about international shipments before you buy, please! We cannot ship everywhere due to box size limits
All guitars ship insured FEDEX, international shipments must meet country specific size limitations and shipping constraints and we will not lower the value for customs and may not ship the same day, we have our handling ... more

Vintage Yamaha YG15 Electric Guitar Amplifier, 40 Watts, Free Daily QuikShip

South Jordan, Utah, 840**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$85

The Vintage Yamaha YG15 Electric Guitar Amplifier is a classic piece of musical equipment suitable for various guitar types including acoustic, electric, and bass. With a power output of 40 watts and a single speaker, this amplifier delivers a versatile sound for musicians looking to enhance their performance. The Yamaha brand reputation ensures quality and reliability, while the free daily QuikShip feature adds convenience to the buying process. Perfect for guitarists looking for a reliable and... more

1978-81 Vintage Yamaha FG-770s All Solid Wood Acoustic Guitar w / Original Case

Waterbury, Connecticut, 067**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$550

This instrument has been played lovingly, so it has some minor blemishes and dings, appropriate for a guitar of its vintage. There is also a hairline humidity crack on the back that is hard to notice unless you look really close, doesn??t affect playability at all. The neck appears to be straight and the truss rod works as it should. Action is nice low and plays easy. Comes with its original case and tags, also a few picks and a Kyser capo.
EXTREMELY RARE Yamaha-FG-770S
The Yamaha FG770S ... more

Yamaha Concert 6 string Pristine condition 1970-71, Gently Used, Great Sound

Warwick, Rhode Island, 028**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$530

This is my personal Yamaha Concert Guitar, very gently used, no scratches, great sound!... more

1984 Yamaha SG-1300T Cream White ?? Rare MIJ Neck-Thru w / Rockin?? Magic Trem, Ebo

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

$1599

1984 Yamaha SG-1300T ?? Cream White | Rockin' Magic Tremolo | MIJ | Gig-bag
For sale is a 1984 Yamaha SG-1300T in Cream White, complete with Gig-bag. This rare Japanese-built SG model is in very good condition (8 5 / 10), featuring 100% original parts and that beautiful aged white finish that only time can create
Condition
8 5 / 10 overall ?? Light scratches and a few small dings throughout (as shown in photos)
No cracks, repairs, or structural issues
Neck is straight, and the ... more

Beauty Vintage Yamaha Model L-5A Acoustic Guitar with Case

Jerseyville, Illinois, 620**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1250

Beauty Vintage Yamaha Model L-5A Acoustic Guitar with Case. These were mase in the late 1970s to early 1980s. Below is some info from the Yamaha WIKI .
The Yamaha L-5A is a vintage dreadnought-style acoustic guitar manufactured between 1978 and 1983, featuring a solid spruce top, two-piece solid mahogany back, mahogany sides, and an African mahogany neck. It also has a 14 / 20-fret Indian rosewood fingerboard with dot inlays, an Indian rosewood bridge, and three-per-side chrome tuners. ... more

Vintage 70's Case Candy Yamaha Cleaning Cloth Hang Tag

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

$50

Keep your instrument looking and sounding its best with this Vintage 70's Case Candy Yamaha Cleaning Cloth Hang Tag. The yamaha branded string winder makes it easy to maintain your guitar's strings. Perfect for vintage guitar collectors and musicians alike
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YAMAHA G-90A Vintage Acoustic Guitar Nippon Gakki MIJ with Hard Case

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 554**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$239

Vintage (1970s) lightly used Yamaha G90A Guitar, family heirloom. Some scratches but in good condition. Selling locally to Minneapolis / st Paul metro. Trying to make rent so selling asap.... more

Yamaha FG-260 12-String Acoustic Guitar RH (1974)

Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, 285**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$205

Yammaha 12 string acoustic FG-260 (1974). Working condition. Recently re-fretted. Tuning mechanism is aftermarket, tunes fine, 1st b string can be a little finicky but tunes. No damage besides scratches.... more

1977 MIJ Yamaha SF500 Super Flighter

Vicksburg, Mississippi, 391**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

The 1977 MIJ Yamaha SF500 Super Flighter is a vintage electric guitar crafted in Japan. It features a solid mahogany body, a mahogany neck, and a rosewood fretboard. This right-handed guitar has a classic 6-string configuration and is part of Yamaha's Super Flighter series. It comes with a gig bag for easy transportation and protection. Known for its quality craftsmanship and sound, the Yamaha SF500 is a sought-after model among guitar enthusiasts and collectors. This guitar dooms. Was ... more

1975 Yamaha FG-160 Vintage X-Braced FG160 Dreadnought FG-180 Acoustic Guitar

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

$699

1975 Yamaha FG-160 X-Braced Dreadnought Acoustic GuitarSuper Clean Black Label Example w / Original HangTag & OHSC
For your consideration is this vintage 1975 Yamaha FG-160 dreadnought acoustic guitar. This rare 'black label' example, serial number 00904755, is in very clean 100% all original condition and includes the original hangtag and matching original hard case. This is a no issues acoustic with great action and a wonderful sound. The short-lived black label Yamaha guitars were ... more

Vintage 1979 Yamaha SA-700, (ES-335 Style) Made in Japan - Persimmon Red

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

$1199

Epic Axes is a musician-driven showroom in Los Angeles. Each guitar is personally selected, inspected, and tested to ensure top performance - only instruments we would play ourselves become part of our collection
Yamaha SA-700 ?? Made in Japan 1979 ?? Persimmon Red ?? Serial 004383
A beautiful vintage Yamaha SA-700 from Japan, finished in classic Persimmon Red - one of the most iconic finishes for this model. Based on the serial number (004383), this guitar dates to around the late 1970s,... more

Yamaha LA-27 guitar, all solid, made in Japan, Early 1980s

Berkeley, California, 947**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1800

Here is a very nice vintage Yamaha LA-27 made in Japan in very good condition for it's age. This is a hard to come by guitar from Yamaha's 1980's custom shop handmade with high quality woods
The top solid spruce and the back and sides are solid rosewood which sound absolutely brilliant and project a lot of volume out of the smaller auditorium size body. Excellent structurally with lots of room on the truss rod and quite nice action. Some cosmetic blemishes most notably capo rash on the neck.... more

Yamaha GC-20D 1972

Weatherford, Texas, 760**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4400

Here we have a lovely 1972 vintage Yamaha GC-20D classical guitar with a spectacular Brazilian Rosewood set for the sides and back. The ?GC?? stands for ?Grand Concert?? and these models were the top of the line for Yamaha classical guitars, and are seriously good instruments. As the GC-20D, this model was built from 1971 to 1973
This Yamaha GC-20D was built during 1972 at the Yamaha home facility (Nippon Gakki) in Hamamatsu, Shizuoka Prefecture and is signed by master luthier Mr. Toshio ... more

1982 Yamaha SG1500 Vintage Guitar Persimmon Red w / Case, Japan

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1900

Up for sale, a 1982 Yamaha SG1500 in 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. A rarer SG series Yamaha model, the SG1500 is unique for having two versions in its short production run, and this guitar's feature set represents the second iteration of the SG1500, offered from 1981-84
This SG1500 sports Yamaha??s three-ply maple / mahogany neck through construction, patented as the T-Cross System, ensuring an incredibly stable, resonant, and tonally ... more

1980's Yamaha SBG500 Model Electric Guitar With Case - Made in Japan - Red

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

$950

1980's Yamaha SBG500 model electric guitar with case. Made in Japan. Normal wear and tear of a guitar over 40 years old. Frets have wear but still has life left (see pictures). Comes in a vintage case that I assume is the original. Sounds great!! I think its is from 1980 but not 100% sure.
Buyer pays $60 shipping and insurance.
Thanks for looking!
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Vintage G&G Yamaha Guitar Case

Stamford, Connecticut, 069**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$116

G&G Yamaha Vintage case red interior felt material. No mold smell no rips. item consistant with age. It is a parlor size. All latches work. Dimensions added in picture. Thank you.... more