Video! 1973 Pre-Lawsuit made in Japan Sakai Goldtop LP - pro setup player ready

Welcome to another fine guitar from The Old Europe! Please make sure to read the entire description below carefully, and look at all the pictures. Feel free to make an offer with the submit offer button.

General introduction and background:

Really rare and beautiful Goldtop Les Paul-style guitar, made in Japan in 1973 (at least the Maxon pickups are dated to 1973). Since the features align with Sakai Mokko made guitars from that time, I am assuming Sakai Mokko as the manufacturer. The guitar also comes in its really old school, original case.

Please watch the video!

If you wish I can buy a fitting case or gigbag at your costs prior to shipping!

As always, the instrument has been serviced completely and is ready to be played immediately. But please read the description carefully!

Measurements, weight and other specs:

-Scale:  628 mm

-Nut: ca 41,8 mm

-Weight: 3,68 kg

-Pickups: Two Maxon humbucker pickups, all original, measuring at 7,61K (B) and 7,82K (N). 2x2 Poti layout, 3 way toggle switch.

-Body: probably lower part of body is solid Asian hardwood or mahoganey, the upper part seems to be layers of plywood.

-Neck:  slim C shaped, maple stripes, with some darkwood fretboard; the fretboard is very rounded, likely a 7,25’’ radius (as opposed to the original’s 12’’). Small vintage frets.

Condition:

-Body: good condition with a couple of dings and dongs.

-Neck: good condition, trussrod works but is a bit stiff; the frets show some wear, but no buzz or deadnotes. Tiny lacquer fissure on the back of the head-neck conjunction.

-Head: good condition

-Electrics: works

-Originality: as far as I can tell, all original; not sure about the pot knobs

Sound and Playability:

-Playability and string action: really good playability with low string action (1,5mm – almost modern shredding comfortability)

-Sound: Please watch the video. It is a vintage sound, but it has a bold tone and good output; very usable for many styles, but especially for Blues and Rock

Repairs, Service:

As always, the instrument has been serviced completely and is ready to be played immediately.

-Completely cleaned

-Frets polished and fretboard cleaned

-New all nickel 10 gauge Pyramid strings put on

-Setup concluded and ready to be played (just tune it up)

Auxiliary stuff:

-original case included. The item will be wrapped well, and put into a sturdy cardboard box with lots of filler material. If you wish I can buy a fitting case or gigbag at your costs.

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PACKAGING: All guitars are shipped out in a sturdy cardboard box with lots of filler material. Please note that for the protection of the environment, I am reusing used packaging material whenever I can.

SHIPPING: Please check the shipping quotes in this offer. I ship with insurance, worldwide. Usually I am able to ship the item on the same day or next day of received payment. Please allow 1-2 days from pick up for delivery in Germany, and 1-2 weeks within the EU. US, Canadian and over overseas buyers:  My shipping quotes are very competitive, I can only do that by using DHL Premium. Please anticipate a shipping time of up to 8 weeks depending on your location. Tracking is provided immediately when shipped out within the system. Please refrain from giving a review before you have received the guitar.

AFTER DELIVERY: After receiving the item, please inspect the package for obvious damages and make photos if there are any. After unpacking, check the item immediately for damages or other undocumented flaws. I accept a 14 days return and will pay for shipping if the item is in a different condition than described upon arrival. Please note that I will only take the item back entirely, but not grant any reduction of price and generally only accept returns if the item was unaltered after arrival.

CITES protection: all of the items I sell have been legally imported to the EU before January 1st 2017 and are registered with the authorities in Hamburg, Germany (if applicable).

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