Dade City, FL, United States
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1990 Alvarez Yairi DY-80 Canyon Creek 12-String – Coral Rosewood – Japan – Premium Alvarez CaseBeautiful Vintage Japanese Craftsmanship | Incredible Tone & Sustain | Exceptional PlayabilityOffered here is a beautiful 1990 Alvarez Yairi DY-80 Canyon Creek 12-string acoustic guitar, handcrafted in Japan during the celebrated Kazuo Yairi era.Serial Number: 42561This is one of those special guitars that immediately impresses you when you start playing it!The guitar plays and sounds absolutely incredible. The action is exceptionally comfortable, and the tone is rich, full, and wonderfully balanced. The sustain and harmonic overtones are remarkable, producing that beautiful, shimmering 12-string sound that seems to go on forever.This guitar truly rings like a symphony!Features & SpecificationsYear: 1990Manufacturer: Alvarez YairiModel: DY-80 Canyon CreekCountry of Manufacture: JapanSerial Number: 42561Body Style: 12-string dreadnoughtTop: Solid spruceBack & Sides: Beautiful Coral RosewoodNeck: MahoganyFingerboard: Dark rosewoodBridge: Distinctive Yairi bridge designFinish: Natural glossTuners: Alvarez Yairi-branded sealed tuning machinesInlays: Decorative 12th-fret inlayCase: Premium Alvarez-branded padded hybrid caseConditionThis guitar is in Very Good vintage cosmetic condition with exceptional playability.For an instrument manufactured in 1990, it presents beautifully.The guitar has a few light surface scratches and normal signs of handling consistent with its age. Some of these marks may be suitable for professional buffing or polishing. Please examine the detailed photographs.The action is excellent, making this 12-string remarkably comfortable and enjoyable to play.Most importantly, the acoustic tone is outstanding. It has tremendous resonance, sustain, and beautiful harmonic richness.ElectronicsThe guitar appears to have previously been equipped with an aftermarket pickup system.An endpin output jack remains installed, and internal wiring has been cut or disconnected. The electronics are not currently represented as functional.The existing installation may provide a convenient starting point for a future pickup installation, subject to inspection and any necessary replacement components.The guitar is being sold as a fully acoustic instrument, with no functioning electronics guaranteed.Included Premium Alvarez CaseIncluded is a beautiful Alvarez-branded premium padded hybrid case, offering the convenience of a gig bag with the additional structure and protection of a semi-rigid case.Features include:Heavy-duty padded constructionReinforced exteriorThick protective interior paddingDedicated neck and headstock supportHeavy-duty zippered closureLarge exterior accessory compartmentAttractive Alvarez brandingThe guitar fits beautifully inside, as shown in the photographs.This is an Alvarez-branded case supplied with the guitar and is not represented as its original 1990 factory case.A Special Vintage Japanese 12-StringAlvarez Yairi guitars from this era are admired for their craftsmanship, beautiful tonewoods, and musical character.The DY-80 Canyon Creek is particularly interesting because of its distinctive bridge design, gorgeous Coral Rosewood back and sides, and rich 12-string voice.This example is especially rewarding to play, with comfortable action, outstanding resonance, and exceptional sustain.Whether you’re a collector of vintage Japanese instruments, a recording musician, or someone looking for a truly beautiful-sounding 12-string, this guitar deserves serious consideration.A gorgeous vintage Yairi with incredible sound, exceptional playability, and a premium Alvarez case included.Please review all photographs carefully. Additional photographs or information are available upon request.
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