Vancouver, Canada
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Vintage Yamaha FG-180 “Red Label” Nippon Gakki (Made in Japan, late ’60s–early ’70s) – Iconic Workhorse AcousticOwn a piece of Yamaha history. The FG-180 “Red Label” is one of the most famous vintage Yamaha acoustics ever made—built in Japan at Nippon Gakki and known for its dry, woody voice, warm punchy mids, strong projection, and “take-anywhere” durability. It’s the kind of guitar that’s lived a real life, sounds better the more it’s played, and is getting harder to find in honest vintage condition.Condition & Luthier Notes:Overall: True vintage player’s guitar with honest cosmetic wear throughout—scattered dings, chips, scratches, and handling marks on the top, back, sides, and headstock (see photos).Playability: Comfortable medium action with smooth playability and no buzzing noted.Saddle: Slightly raised but fully functional.Future maintenance (typical for age): Like many vintage acoustics, it may eventually benefit from truss rod setup, refret, or even a neck reset depending on your long-term action preference.Included:Yamaha FG-180 “Red Label” acoustic guitar only, without a case.Key Features / Specs:Body / BuildModel: Yamaha FG-180 (Red Label / Nippon Gakki, Japan)Body type / size: Full-size Dreadnought-style (often described as a large-bodied dread / 0000-leaning shape with a slightly wider feel)Neck joint: 14-fret to the bodyFrets: 20Finish: Vintage gloss with natural aging and characterPickguard: Large black teardrop guard (classic look)Tonewoods / StructureTop: Spruce (commonly seen as laminated on many FG-180s of this era)Back & sides: Mahogany-family (commonly laminated)Neck: Nato/mahogany-family hardwoodFingerboard & bridge: Rosewood-style dark hardwoodBridge: Fixed saddle, 6-pin bridgeTuners: Vintage open-gear styleNeck / FeelNut width: approx. 1 11/16"Scale length: approx. 25" (varies slightly by year/example)Neck profile: typically a comfortable vintage feel—great for chord work and steady flatpickingTone ProfileWarm, woody midrange with a punchy low-end “thump”Strong projection and excellent strummer responseA favorite for folk, classic rock, singer-songwriter, and recording rhythm tracksWhy Choose the FG-180?The FG-180 is a true “legendary sleeper”: priced far below big-name vintage American acoustics, yet genuinely musical and built to last. If you want a vintage guitar with real history and a proven sound, this is a timeless choice—collector piece, gigging tool, recording guitar, or perfect couch companion.FAQs:Is it a dreadnought? Often sold as a dreadnought. Many players describe the FG-180 as a slightly large-bodied dread / 0000-leaning shape with a comfortable waist and big projection.Is the top solid or laminate? Most FG-180 “Red Label” examples are laminated top/back/sides, which is a big reason they’ve stayed stable and survived so well.Will it need a neck reset? Not necessarily, but like many vintage acoustics, it can come up long-term depending on how the guitar has aged and your preferred setup.
PriceC$750
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