YAMAHA SG-800 1980s - Wine Red - Japan Import

Legendary Japanese model from the 80s: YAMAHA SG800 Wine Red, made in Japan between 1978 and 1980 (Hammamatsu and Matsumoku factories).

The SG series, made famous by Carlos Santana.

Living up to its reputation, this guitar delivers perfect tones with its original Alnico 5 humbucker pickups that can be split. It offers a wide range of rich sounds, with two push-pull tone controls, two volume controls, and a 3-way selector switch. Excellent tuning stability.

A truly breathtaking sound, a professional-grade guitar.

*Selected and imported from Japan by us*

Very good overall condition, with some scratches and signs of wear, it's a player's guitar. The frets are in good condition: 6/10 (see photos for details). Excellent sustain and resonance.

Certified "No break, No crack".

Mahogany body and neck, rosewood fingerboard (like Gibson SGs).

Tuners: chrome-plated 'Angus' die-cast tuners

Weight: 3.8 kg

Serial number: #033898

Nut width: approx. 43 mm

Estimated production period: 1978/1980

Gig bag included

Serviced by our lutherie department (cleaning, standard 10/46 gauge setup, intonation adjustment, truss rod adjustment, electronics, etc.)