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Built in 1974 in Japan (serial 4XXXX) most likely by Matsumoku for Aria, the A-557 was part of their higher-end classical series.
Some premium Aria classical guitars from this era were also crafted by the Ryoji Matsuoka workshop, especially those with “Matsumoku-style” construction and detailing.

Key specs typically include:

  • Solid cedar top
  • Rosewood back and sides
  • Mahogany neck
  • Ebony fingerboard and bridge (although some may have rosewood bridge/fretboard instead)
  • Gold tuners
  • 655 mm scale length
  • Hand-fitted fan bracing
  • White label: Simpler, often early production or domestic Japan models

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Listed11 days ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • A-557
Categories
Year
  • 1974
Made In
  • Japan
Pickup
  • None
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Body Shape
  • Classical

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