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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
This item is sold As-Described
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| Listed | 11 days ago |
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| Condition | Excellent (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 |
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