Early 1970s Teisco SG Style Electric Guitar Cherry Red (MIJ Kawai)

A classic early-70s Japanese SG-style double cut from the Teisco/Kawai era, this guitar blends unmistakable Gibson-inspired styling with the slightly unconventional charm of vintage MIJ catalog builds. Finished in cherry red with a bound rosewood board and pearloid block inlays, it’s a visually striking piece that still feels solid and resonant in the hands, sitting comfortably at 3.4kg. Equipped with a super fun Bigsby-style tremolo, this Teisco SG oozes vintage mojo and character. 

The neck features a 24.75" scale length with a medium C profile, offering a familiar, easy-playing feel without being overly slim or chunky. It’s finished in gloss polyurethane, paired with a 9.5" radius fingerboard and a 43mm plastic nut width. The 22 medium nickel silver frets provide a smooth playing surface, with enough room for both chord work and lead runs typical of the era’s SG-inspired design. Fret life is solid here at about 70% with no pitting or heavy wear marks present.

Electronics are handled by a set of 2 x Maxon humbuckers, delivering a surprisingly versatile output range for a guitar of this type. Giving a mix of lower-output clarity and slightly hotter bridge bite, they cover everything from warm, rounded cleans to more aggressive mid-forward tones, with a distinctly vintage Japanese voicing. Controls are standard SG-style here with dual volume and tone with a 3-way selector switch.

Condition is good for its age, showing typical cosmetic wear consistent with a 1970s instrument, but structurally sound and fully functional throughout. A real character piece with plenty of wear and tear present, this is a no-nonsense Japanese SG copy that punches well above its weight. Professionally setup and serviced with 10-46s, it's playing nicely with a smooth action and intonation. Ready to rock for another 50 years!

Specifications:

Make: Teisco

Model: SG (Exact Model Unknown)

Origin: Japan, Kawai Factory, Early 1970s

Body: Mahogany

Neck: Maple

Fingerboard: Bound Rosewood w/ Pearloid Block Inlays

Pickups: 2 x Maxon Humbuckers, Neck: 5.6kOhms, Middle: 2.8kOhms, Bridge: 5.8kOhms

Neck Profile: 24.75" Scale, Medium C Profile, Gloss Polyurethane Finish, 9.5" Radius, 43mm Nut Width (Plastic)

Frets: 22 Medium Nickel Silver Frets

Finish: Cherry Red

Weight: 3.4kg

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