Birmingham, United Kingdom
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1968 Yamaha SA-30T Sunburst Vintage Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar – Very Good Condition
A superb example of the 1968 Yamaha SA-30T, finished in a classic Sunburst. Built during Yamaha's pioneering years in electric guitar production at the renowned Hamamatsu, Japan factory, the SA-30T has become one of the most desirable early Japanese vintage guitars. Combining distinctive styling, outstanding craftsmanship and an unmistakable vintage voice, it offers an excellent alternative to American semi-hollow classics while retaining a unique character of its own.
Featuring a fully hollow maple body with internal feedback-reducing baffles, a set maple neck, rosewood fingerboard, twin low-output humbuckers and Yamaha's innovative pickup balancer control, the SA-30T delivers everything from warm jazz tones to jangly pop, blues and classic rock. The addition of a zero fret and the original vibrato tailpiece further highlight the thoughtful engineering that helped establish Yamaha's reputation for quality instruments in the late 1960s.
Condition – Very Good Used Condition
This guitar has been professionally inspected and tested by our guitar technicians and is in Very Good overall condition.
Very good cosmetic condition for a vintage 1968 instrument
Light signs of age and previous ownership
Fully tested and playing beautifully
Comfortable playing action
Electronics operating correctly
Hardware functioning as intended
Structurally sound and ready to perform
Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description and accurately represent the guitar's condition.
Why Players Love the Yamaha SA-30T
The SA-30T is one of Yamaha's most distinctive vintage electric guitars, prized for its lightweight construction, unique electronics and exceptional Japanese craftsmanship.
Highlights include:
Genuine 1968 Yamaha SA-30T
Vintage Sunburst finish
Made in Hamamatsu, Japan
Fully hollow maple body with internal baffles
Set maple neck
Rosewood fingerboard
Zero fret
Twin low-output humbuckers
Unique pickup balancer control
Original vibrato tailpiece
Vintage Japanese craftsmanship
Tone & Performance
The SA-30T delivers a wonderfully open and articulate voice with impressive versatility.
Expect:
Warm jazz cleans
Chiming pop tones
Rich blues character
Classic rock crunch
Excellent note definition
Responsive dynamics
Smooth vintage vibrato
Outstanding resonance
The lightweight hollow construction produces an airy, expressive sound, while Yamaha's innovative balancer circuit allows subtle blending between the pickups, offering a broader tonal palette than many guitars of the era.
Perfect for:
Vintage Guitar Collectors
Blues
Jazz
Indie
Classic Rock
Garage Rock
Studio Recording
Live Performance
Specifications
Brand: Yamaha
Model: SA-30T
Year: 1968
Finish: Sunburst
Body: Fully Hollow Maple with Internal Baffles
Neck: Set Maple
Fingerboard: Rosewood
Scale Length: 24.75"
Frets: 22 with Zero Fret
Pickups: 2 × Vintage Yamaha Humbuckers
Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone, Pickup Balancer
Pickup Selector: 3-Way Toggle
Bridge: Adjustable Roller Bridge
Tailpiece: Original Vibrato
Made in Hamamatsu, Japan
Included
1968 Yamaha SA-30T Electric Guitar
(Hard case, gig bag, tremolo arm and original paperwork are included only if shown or specifically stated.)
Why Buy This One?
Late-1960s Yamaha guitars have become increasingly desirable thanks to their innovative designs, excellent build quality and distinctive character. The SA-30T is particularly sought after for its elegant styling, unique electronics and superb playability, offering collectors and players a genuine piece of Japanese guitar history. As original examples become harder to find, well-maintained instruments like this continue to grow in popularity among vintage enthusiasts.
This example has been professionally inspected, is in Very Good condition and is ready for its next owner.
Professionally packed for safe shipping.
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