Associated with artists like Paul McCartney, K.Yairi guitars are celebrated worldwide for their hand-built Japanese craftsmanship and tonal richness. This 2000 G-1F, built in Kani, Japan, features a solid cedar top with proportions inspired by the Gibson LG-3/B-25. It delivers warm, focused mids, sweet trebles, and excellent overall balance – a beautiful example of Japanese luthiery.

This guitar is in excellent condition, with a low-action setup (Low E ≈ 2.5mm / High E ≈ 2.0mm at the 12th fret) for effortless playability. It comes with its original plush-lined hard case, perfectly fitted and protective.

🪵 Features

  • Year: 2000
  • Style: Gibson LG-3 / B-25 inspired design
  • Top: Solid cedar
  • Back & sides: Mahogany
  • Neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Finish: Sunburst
  • Hand-crafted in Japan by K.Yairi

✅ Condition: Excellent

  • Exceptionally clean, only minimal signs of handling
  • No cracks, repairs, or structural issues
  • Straight neck, excellent frets with plenty of life
  • Low action setup: L.E. 2.5mm / H.E. 2mm @ 12th fret
  • Original finish and hardware in excellent shape

🎁 Includes

  • Original K.Yairi hard case (included, well-fitted)

🎼 Why this guitar?

Since 1935, K.Yairi has produced world-class guitars from their workshop in Gifu, Japan, blending traditional luthiery with meticulous craftsmanship. Each instrument is entirely hand-built, often from air-dried tonewoods aged for decades. Their reputation for reliability and tone has made them a favorite among discerning players and even icons like Paul McCartney.

The G-1F embodies this legacy with a solid cedar top, LG-3 inspired styling, and the hallmark build quality that makes K.Yairi guitars both collectible and highly playable. With its 2008 build year, pristine condition, and original hard case, this G-1F is a superb choice for players seeking an authentic Made in Japan acoustic.


🔑 Hashtags / Keywords

#MadeInJapan #KYairi #VintageAcoustic #SolidTop #LG3Style #JapaneseGuitar

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Listed10 days ago
ConditionExcellent (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
Brand
Model
  • K.Yairi G-1F
Finish
  • Sunburst
Year
  • 2000

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