Cimar 1909 – 1975 – Made in Japan

Rare Vintage Japanese Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar – Original Configuration – Professionally Set Up – Excellent Playability

Offered for sale is a beautiful 1975 Cimar Model 1909, manufactured in Japan and associated with the Hoshino Gakki / Ibanez family of vintage Japanese instruments.

An unusual and seldom-seen model, featuring a distinctive double-cutaway thinline body, elegant Sunburst finish, classic F-holes and original 1970s Japanese styling.

The Cimar 1909 is a fascinating example of Japanese guitar design from the 1970s, combining character, vintage aesthetics and genuine musical functionality.

Original Vintage Features

• Model: Cimar 1909
• Year: 1975
• Made in Japan
• Original Sunburst finish
• Semi-hollow / thinline body construction
• Double-cutaway body with two F-holes
• Bolt-on neck
• Rosewood fingerboard with 21 frets
• Two vintage Japanese single-coil pickups, Maxon type
• Individual pickup switching system
• Master Volume and Tone controls
• Period-correct chrome metal bridge
• Original-style chrome vibrato tailpiece with tremolo arm
• Vintage-style tuning machines
• Original vintage configuration, to the best of my knowledge

Professional Setup & Playability

This is not simply a vintage collector's guitar – it is a beautifully playing musical instrument.

The guitar has received a complete professional setup, with careful neck and string action adjustments for comfortable, responsive playability.

It plays wonderfully, with a smooth feel and the distinctive character expected from a well-preserved Japanese vintage instrument.

The tremolo system has also been tested during the real sound demonstration, showing good tuning stability following vibrato use.

Sound & Electronics

The two vintage single-coil pickups deliver a distinctive, articulate and expressive sound, with the warmth, clarity and character associated with Japanese electric guitars of this period.

Both pickups produce strong output when selected individually.

Please note: When both pickups are engaged together, the output level is lower than in the individual pickup positions. This characteristic is disclosed for complete transparency.

The instrument retains its authentic vintage playing and tonal character.

Cosmetic Condition

Very attractive vintage appearance for an instrument of this age.

The guitar shows natural signs of use and ageing, including some finish wear around the headstock and back of the neck, along with age-related marks on the hardware.

These cosmetic details are consistent with its vintage character and do not detract from its excellent playability.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.

Real Sound Demonstration – Full HD

A real sound demonstration of this actual instrument has been recorded after its professional setup.

The demonstration includes genuine guitar playing, pickup sounds and the use of the vintage tremolo system.

No simulated guitar performance – the actual instrument, played and recorded to demonstrate its authentic sound.

A Special Vintage Japanese Guitar

The Cimar 1909 is an interesting piece of 1970s Japanese guitar history, with a distinctive design and a character of its own.

A wonderful choice for vintage guitar enthusiasts, collectors and players looking for something different from conventional modern electric guitars.

Original vintage character. Professional setup. Excellent playability. Authentic Japanese craftsmanship.

Carefully packed for shipping from Romania, European Union.

Feel free to contact me for additional information, photographs or the full sound demonstration.

1975 Original Catalog Reference

The Cimar 1909 is documented in the original 1975 Cimar catalog. The historical catalog image shows the same distinctive body design, pickup arrangement, chrome metal bridge and vibrato configuration as this instrument.

The catalog reference can be found here: