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Yamaha SA-15D and SA-30 semi-acoustics

1971 Selmer 'Guitars & Accessories' catalog page 22

This page details two Yamaha semi-acoustic guitar models, the SA-30 (pictured) and the SA-15D. Yamaha guitars were a relatively new addition to the Selmer line, first included in Selmer literature since the 1969 Selmer catalogue.

The Yamaha SA-30 is described as follows:

The semi-acoustic with fully adjustable neck.. A truly outstanding thin body guitar which incorporates all that is necessary to satisfy the modern guitarist. The full frequency range pick-ups and widely variable rotary tone controls offer the player a host of exciting sounds. The electrics of this guitar are matched to beautifully designed neck which provides easy and responsive control. The SA-30 body is designed to keep feed-back down to a minimum and this added to a perfect playing action makes this instrument excellent value for money. Finished in gloss polyurethane. Sunburst, Cherry Red, Dark Green.

Yamaha semi-acoustic guitar pricing (UK, August 1971)
codemodelfinishprice
5319SA-15DSunburst / Cherry Red / Dark Green£57
5320SA-30Sunburst / Cherry Red / Dark Green£69.50

The suggested case for the Yamaha SA-15D and SA-30 semi-acoustics was plush-lined case 5992 (see cases, page 44).

1971 Selmer "Guitars & Accessories" catalog page 22: Yamaha SA-15D and SA-30 semi-acoustics
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Electric guitar Mid 60s Aria Diamond body #1532 Matsumoku  w / Yamaha SA 50  pu.

Electric guitar Mid 60s Aria Diamond body #1532 Matsumoku w / Yamaha SA 50 pu.

Palatine, Illinois, 600**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$325

This very cool electric guitar features a Matsumoku made Aria body from the mid '60s mated to a vintage neck of unknown origin. The pickup is a Yamaha SA 50 humbucker from the '70s. The Kluson style tuners and wiring harness are recent improvements. I don't know if the bridge is original, but it is the appropriate style. One saddle is different from the rest, but it functions fine. This guitar has a straight neck and plays as nice as it looks. For sale in the lower 48 states only.... more
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Yamaha SA1100 Semi-Hollow Body - 1982 - Natural

Yamaha SA1100 Semi-Hollow Body - 1982 - Natural

Bellingham, Washington, 982**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$995

Yamaha SA1100 Semi-Hollow Body - 1982 - Natural Yamaha SA1100 Semi-Hollow Body - 1982 - Natural
This is a Yamaha SA1100 in natural finish which I believe is from 1982 if I'm deciphering the serial number correctly   Guitar has some minor scratches and one finish crack on the back of the neck (finish only, not into the wood) and... more
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Yamaha SA2000 Semi-Hollow- MIJ - 1981

Yamaha SA2000 Semi-Hollow- MIJ - 1981

Leominster, Massachusetts, 014**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1250

Professional setup with light gauge strings. Includes original case. Excellent condition. Has 50s style full neck profile, S / N 037770, 8 8 lbs.

From Blue Book:

symmetrical double cutaway semi-hollow ES-335-style laminated beech / birch body, multi-ply body binding, two f-holes, set mahogany neck, 22-fret bound ebony fingerboard with split pearl block inlays, multi-ply bound headstock with black overlay, Yamaha logo, and stylized inlay, three-per-side tuners, tune-o-matic... more
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1974 Yamaha SA-60 Super Axe Vintage Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Natural w /  Case

1974 Yamaha SA-60 Super Axe Vintage Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Natural w / Case

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

$1400

Up for sale, a 1974 Yamaha SA-60 "Super Axe" in exceptional, 100% original condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case and warranty card. Introduced in 1973 and produced at the Nippon Gakki factory in Japan, the SA-60 was the second highest tiered offering in the early Super Axe lineup, with features and specifications mirroring an ES-335
The semi-hollow maple body features a full maple centerblock, and acoustically the instrument has a bright, ... more
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Yamaha 1985 Super Axe SA1300 Semi Hollow Body Guitar

Yamaha 1985 Super Axe SA1300 Semi Hollow Body Guitar

Blackwood, New Jersey, 080**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1799

Pre-Owned, in very good condition.
This guitar is from Dec 12 1985
Serial LZHI177
Made in Japan
Includes case (not Yamaha)
This model was made for the Japan market, it was not in the US catalogs
Specifications
Body Bound Beech and Birch Alder block poly finish
Neck Set Mahogany Bound C shape
Fretboard Rosewood Dot inlays 13 75" radius 22 frets
Headstock Black Yamaha in caps and super axe in gold script black on
white truss rod cover with SA 1300 written ... more
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1972 Yamaha SG-5A Flying Samurai Vintage Guitar Sunburst

1972 Yamaha SG-5A Flying Samurai Vintage Guitar Sunburst

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

$1800

Up for sale, a 1972 Yamaha SG-5A ??Flying Samurai?? in excellent condition and in perfect working order. Among the more visually and sonically distinct Japanese guitars, the original ??Flying Samurai?? is a unique amalgamation of surf-inspired design featuring elements inspired by both Mosrite and Fender. Recently serviced and arguably improving playability and reliability beyond the original factory offering, this guitar benefits from a full refret, carved bone nut and upgraded CTS pots in the ... more
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1977 Yamaha SA1200S (SA-1200 S) - Brown Sunburst - w OHSC - Made in Japan - Prem

1977 Yamaha SA1200S (SA-1200 S) - Brown Sunburst - w OHSC - Made in Japan - Prem

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

$2150

Yamaha Super Axe SA-1200S
1977- Made in Japan
Ebony Fingerboard!
SN#: 001317
Weight: 8lbs 9 oz
Nut: 1 66
Thickness of the Neck First Fret: .84 & 1 0 at the Twelfth
Comes with Original Hard Shell Case
$$ Professionally setup for optimal tone and playability Truly Stage or Studio Ready! (Including Fret Work, Intonation, Truss Rod and Action)
Get ready for an inspired musical journey when you place this Yamaha semi hollow SA-1200S in your hands, built in 1977 at ... more
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Yamaha 1972 "Flying Samurai" SG-5A Electric Guitar

Yamaha 1972 "Flying Samurai" SG-5A Electric Guitar

Idaho Falls, Idaho, 834**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

-Made in Japan
-Comes with faux leather gig bag
Information:
Great condition vintage Yamaha Japanese made guitar w / bag. Almost all original parts (was missing one strap button which we replaced with a modern one)
Recently setup including a fret polish / fretboard condition, electronics work great!
Condition:
There are little dents and dings around the body of the guitar. I tried to get detailed pictures of them. Some fading on the back of the guitar. Headstock has a ... more
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1970s Yamaha  SA2000 w Ebony Fretboard (SA-2000) ES-335 Style - Made in Japan

1970's Yamaha SA2000 w Ebony Fretboard (SA-2000) ES-335 Style - Made in Japan

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

$2750

1977 Yamaha SA2000 - Original Vintage Beauty
Serial: 001198
Nut Width: 1 68"
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: 0 80"
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .96"
Comes in Original Hard Case
Ebony Fretboard!
Weight: 9 Lbs 1 oz
$$ Professionally setup for optimal tone and playability Truly Stage or Studio Ready! (Including Fret Work, Intonation, Truss Rod and Action)


Here is an overall ... more
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1981 Yamaha SG2000 Santana designed Guitar w /  Alnico V Pickups, Cherry Sunburst

1981 Yamaha SG2000 Santana designed Guitar w / Alnico V Pickups, Cherry Sunburst

Woodbury, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3300

1981 Yamaha SG2000 Santana designed Guitar w / Alnico V Pickups, Cherry Sunburst Finish, OHSC
Santana fans, feast your eyes! We have a unique and rare guitar to share with you today. This Yamaha SG2000 was developed with the input of none other than the legendary riff slinger extraordinaire, Carlos Santana. The tones that this guitar puts out can be heard on his landmark record ??Moonflower??
The set neck, mahogany body, and brass sustain block under the bridge were all items that ... more
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1980 Yamaha SG2000 Santana Designed Guitar with OHSC, Push / Push Coil Taps

1980 Yamaha SG2000 Santana Designed Guitar with OHSC, Push / Push Coil Taps

Woodbury, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3800

1980 Yamaha SG2000 Santana Designed Guitar with OHSC, Push / Push Coil Taps
Santana fans, feast your eyes! We have a unique and rare guitar to share with you today. This Yamaha SG2000 was developed with the input of none other than the legendary riff slinger extraordinaire, Carlos Santana. The tones that this guitar puts out can be heard on his landmark record ??Moonflower??
The set neck, mahogany body, and brass sustain plate under the bridge were all items that Carlos insisted on for ... more
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YAMAHA SA800  - MADE IN JAPAN - 1984

YAMAHA SA800 - MADE IN JAPAN - 1984

Levenshulme, M12***, UNITED KINGDOM

£826

Plays and sounds good, low action.
Has had a headstock break before I owned it, has been repaired well and has never been an issue.
Only selling as I'm more of a single coil guy and so don't get much use of it.
Comes with original green plush hardcase
Collection only
... more
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Yamaha SA30T, Hollow Body, Rare,  circa 1968 serial 10481 with original case

Yamaha SA30T, Hollow Body, Rare, circa 1968 serial 10481 with original case

Southampton, SO16***, UNITED KINGDOM

£850

ppFor Sale Rare Yamaha SA-30T circa 1968 serial 10481
I have owned this guitar since 2003 and as a collectable has seen light use, mainly used as a studio guitar over the years due to its unique sounding pick ups which are somewhere between a single coil and a P90
The guitar has had a set up around 4 months ago so playability is still very good including good intonation and action set to a medium level just under 2mm at the 12th fret
The condition of the guitar for its age is very ... more
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Yamaha SA1200 Semi Acoustic Electric Guitar 1970s

Yamaha SA1200 Semi Acoustic Electric Guitar 1970s

Devizes Wiltshire, SN10***, UNITED KINGDOM

£850

The pickup seriel no. indicates that this was built in 1979 but when I purchased it I was told it was 1977, these are notoriously hard to date but it??s safe to say it??s somewhere between the two. Rare to find one in this condition, made in Japan quality. I paid quite a bit more for it and then had to get some work done on it to get it back to a reliable and playable spec (electrics and fret crowning)

It is in good condition for it??s age, the really only noticeable point being the ... more
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Yamaha SA-2000 1977 - Sunburst

Yamaha SA-2000 1977 - Sunburst

London, N13***, UNITED KINGDOM

£1385

Weight: 9 1 lbs Serial: 001057
Brilliant SA2000, plays and sounds fantastic with freshly dressed frets and glorious ebony board. It had a neck break repair which is solid, plays and sounds exceptional. These are special guitars with special pickups that make you feel very special. It obviously shows it's age with typical fogginess and usual wear. It also comes in it's original case in very good condition
... more
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1982 Yamaha - SA2000S - ID 4251

1982 Yamaha - SA2000S - ID 4251

Emmering, 82***, GERMANY

€2300

Made in Japan
Zustand: Gut
SerNr: 105158
Gewicht: 3, 8 kg Versandklasse: Standard
Koffer / Case: ja
Vermittlungsverkauf: 11709
Qualitativ hochwertiges Instrument aus Japan
Die Yamaha - SA2000S ist das Pendant zur ES-335
Semiacoustische Bauweise mit Centerblock und massiver Fichtendecke
Coil Split Funktion am Ton Poti
Die Yamaha überzeugt durch Verarbeitung, Bespielbarkeit und einem erstklassigen Sound
Laminated Maple Body with Centerblock
Solid Spruce ... more
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Yamaha, SA30T, Vintage Hollow Body, 1973, Sunburst, Tremolo

Yamaha, SA30T, Vintage Hollow Body, 1973, Sunburst, Tremolo

Browns Plains, Queensland, 4***, AUSTRALIA

AU $1490

Yamaha SA-30T Model Modelled after the ES335 1973, Made In Japan, serial A Nippon Gaki build A great find, 51 year old vintage instrument Hollow, cream double-bound body Maple top, back and sides With a beautiful, yet subtle, flame to the grain Sunburst finish 22 fret, Rosewood fret board This is the later, less common, model with side positioned fret board markers Cream neck binding Super flat and fast 20?? board radius 42mm nut neck width, ??Zero?? Fret 24 ¾?? scale length (Standard Gibson ... more
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Yamaha, SA30T, Vintage 1968, Wine Red, Hollow Body, Case

Yamaha, SA30T, Vintage 1968, Wine Red, Hollow Body, Case

Browns Plains, Queensland, 4***, AUSTRALIA

AU $1490

Yamaha SA-30T Model Modelled after the ES335 2nd Year of Production 1968, Made In Japan serial A Nippon Gaki build A great vintage find, 55 year young Hollow body, cream double-bound Maple top, back and sides Wine Red finish Maple neck features a subtle flamed wood grain Rosewood fretboard 22 vintage sized frets Dot fretboard markers Cream neck binding Super flat and fast 20?? board radius 42mm nut neck width, ??Zero?? Fret 24 ¾?? scale length (Standard Gibson scale) Traditional open gear ... more
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1967-1972 YAMAHA JAPAN SA-50 HOLLOW ELECTRIC GUITAR & CASE VINTAGE RARE MIJ 335

1967-1972 YAMAHA JAPAN SA-50 HOLLOW ELECTRIC GUITAR & CASE VINTAGE RARE MIJ 335

Pascoe Vale, VIC, 3***, AUSTRALIA

AU $1669

PICKUP ONLY, PASCOE VALE SOUTH 3044.
Beautiful and historic 1967-1972 made in Japan Yamaha hollowbody electric guitar. Top of the range SA-50 model (others were SA-30 and SA-20). Upmarket fretboard and headstock inlays. Sounds great and has low action. NEEDS A SERVICE AS NECK PICKUP HAS LOST CONTACT. Currently only the bridge pickup is working. Seems to just be a loose wire. No major damage or severe fret-wear.
Overall very pretty, with the cosmetic flaws of a relic. Missing vibrato bar.... more
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Yamaha SA60, Sunburst, 1974 Vintage, OHSC, ??335?? style, Semi Hollow Body

Yamaha SA60, Sunburst, 1974 Vintage, OHSC, ??335?? style, Semi Hollow Body

Browns Plains, Queensland, 4***, AUSTRALIA

AU $1790

1974, Made In Japan production / serial Specifically a Nippon Gaki build This was the second highest end guitar model of the time (next to the SA90) With impeccable attention to detail and craftmanship Modelled after the ES335 / 345 It is a semi-hollow body, with full centre block Maple top, back and sides Double-bound body with open F-holes Sunburst finish, three ply black pickguard Featured ornate embossed leather tailpiece Dual full size humbuckers with chrome covers They have a PAF style ... more
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1972 Fender PrecisionA detailed look at an early 1970s Fender Precision bass guitar in custom black finish, with rosewood fretboard. 1972 list price, $307.50. The Fender Precision had been shipping since at least very early 1952 - with just one re-design circa 1957. This example, then, shows a model already two decades old, but barely changed since the '57 revamp. Fender got it right first time around, and although there are numerous minor cosmetic differences, the essence of this bass is effectively the same as it was in '52: a simple, single pickup instrument with a GREAT sound. Check out the demo video through an old Ampeg B15. It's no wonder this is the bass that everybody wants!

1967 Vox Stroller

1967 Vox StrollerThe Vox Stroller was the brand's entry level electric solid body guitar, fitted with just one pickup and a fixed tailpiece. Although aimed at student guitarists, it wasn't a terrible instrument, but did lack somewhat in adjustability, having no accessible truss rod and only a floating rosewood bridge. But this example is actually quite an improvement on earlier versions, with a standard 1/4" jack and a solid mahogany body. 1967 price £18 2s. JMI ceased UK guitar production in late '67, and combined with decreasing demand for the Stroller, this surely must be one of the last examples shipped.

1963 Vox Clubman Bass (left handed)

1963 Vox Clubman Bass left handedA nice example of the Vox Clubman II bass, built by JMI in Dartford, Kent in 1963. This is a lightweight bass, short (30") scale and very easy to play. It is an early example, and as such has a thin black scratchplate and side mounted, coaxial output jack. JMI offered left handed examples of their solid body Vox guitars and basses at 10% premium. Production numbers are unclear, but left-handed examples rarely come up for sale

1977 Gibson ES Artist 'prototype'

1977 Gibson ES Artist prototypeNot to be confused with the Gibson ES Artist launched by Gibson in 1979; this ES Artist was an early model designed by the Gibson research and development team in Kalamazoo in 1977, the instruments themselves constructed by Gibson artist Chuck Burge. It was planned for launch as a high end semi acoustic with 335-style construction (central maple block) and innovative circuitry - but was pulled at the last minute, being deemed too expensive. Apparently, several examples were produced with varying specifications, though exactly how many actually left the Kalamazoo plant is unclear. Certainly two guitars were sold to LaVonne Music by Gibson in around 1980. Read more about the development of this guitar, with details from Chuck Burge and the story of it's sale to LaVonne music

1959 Hofner Committee

1959 Hofner CommitteeThe Hofner Committee was a truly beautiful guitar produced in Germany, primarily for the UK market. It was a large bodied (initially 17 1/2") guitar with a carved spruce top, available as an acoustic or electric guitar. By the early sixties the carved top was replaced with a laminate, and although still a very fine guitar, the earlier carved top examples, with frondose headstock (like the example shown here) are far more highly prized amongst musicians and vintage guitar collectors.

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean

1965 Gretsch Chet Atkins TennesseanThe Gretsch Chet Atkins Tennessean, or model 6119 was Gretsch's best selling hollow body of the 1960s. This wonderfully faded example from 1965 was originally Dark Cherry Red, but has turned a mid-orange brown. The original color, however, can be seen underneath the pickup surrounds. 1965 specs: maple body, two-piece neck, Brazilian rosewood fretboard and Hi-Lo 'Tron single coil pickups. Nickel plated Gretsch Bigsby tailpiece.

1965 Gretsch 'For the Spectacular Sound of the Times' guitar and amp catalog

1965 Gretsch catalogThe 1965 Gretsch catalog, or catalog #32, featured 10 hollow body electric guitars, including the newly launched Gretsch Viking; four solid body electrics, including the Astro Jet - making it's only catalog appearance; just one bass, the single pickup PX6070; nine acoustics and 12 tube amplifiers. Pride of place went to the Chet Atkins Country Gentleman that adorned both the front and back covers. 24 pages, six of which are in full color.

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret ends

Guitar Repair: fixing fret buzz and sharp fret endsLoose frets are especially problematic in certain old guitars, but are generally very easy to fix. You'll be amazed at the difference you can make with just a few tools, a bit of knowledge, and a little time. Fixing loose frets can eliminate fret buzz, remove sharp fret ends, and greatly improve the tone of any guitar. If your luthier bill will be greater than the value of your guitar, definitely time to have a go yourself!

1966 Hagstrom 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog (Merson USA)

1966 Hagstrom guitar catalogHagstrom guitars were distributed in the mid-1960s United States by Merson of USA. This eight page 'worlds fastest playing neck' catalog, printed in two-colors contained six solid body electrics, three solid body basses, two electric acoustic guitars, two electric acoustic basses and five acoustics.

1965 Hofner President

1965 Hofner PresidentThe President was produced by Hofner in Bubenreuth, Germany, specifically for Selmer, who distributed the brand in the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and other commonwealth nations. The President was a hollow body electric acoustic, available as a full body or thinline, and with blonde or brunette finish. It was a great playing guitar that sold fairly well in the second half of the 1950s, throughout the 1960s, and into the very early 1970s. The example shown here is a full-body depth guitar in blonde - and as a 1965 guitar, one of the last to feature the rounded Venetian cutaway. From late 1965 until 1972, the President sported a sharp Florentine cut. Naturally, such an electric acoustic suggests jazz and blues, but many of the original British Hofner President players were part of the rock 'n roll, skiffle and beat scenes of the late 50s and early 60s.

1963 1964 Fender catalog

Fender 1963 catalogue"The Choice of Professional and Student Musicians Everywhere" This eight page catalogue was included as an insert in the 1963 annual "school music" issue of Downbeat magazine (September 1963). As well as keyboards and pedal steels, this catalog contains seven guitars, three basses and ten amplifiers - from student guitars such as the Musicmaster and Duotone to professional models like the new Jaguar.