Alvarez 5046 SLM Acoustic-Electric Guitar Vintage 1978!
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Santee, CA, United States
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This is really cool. You are looking at a 1978 Alvarez Model 5046 Acoustic-Electric Guitar. This Alvarez is Amazing! A really great sounding and playing guitar. Sounds a lot like a Martin. Has that really great sound projection, that literally fills up the room with a rich deep but bright sound. I played this guitar at a local coffee shop gig and was very pleased with it's performance. A really easy and very forgiving guitar that just has a really great "Feel" to it.
Alvarez is a really great acoustic guitar builder. While they do have some cheap models made in China, this is NOT one of these. This is an original Alvarez built in Japan in 1978. The Tone of this Model 5046 with it's aged wood is just off the charts. I own a few Martins and Taylors and I rank this Alvarez in the same class for a lot less money. If you are looking for a gigging guitar or just a nice player for home practice, I am sure you will be more than satisfied with this Alvarez.
The guitar appears to be all original. Spruce Top with Mahogany back and sides. Binding on the front and back as well as the neck. The headstock has a Rosewood face with an inlaid Alvarez logo and an old style Alvarez tortoise truss rod cover. Original Pickup and electronics. Everything functions and works fine. Our Luthier did a set up on this guitar and installed new strings.
Serial Number: #45627
Nut Width: 1.77"
Weight: 4.60 lbs.
Complete Package with Chip Board Case with yellow felt lining!
Cosmetics: Good Condition. The only real issue is someone scratched what looks like to be their name and a number on the back of the guitar near the strap button. It reads "Hand #35501" I do not have any idea what this means. It is not really noticeable. I have enclosed a picture. There are some Light strumming scratches on the pickguard. A few light scratches on the front as well as on the back. Neck, Fretboard and Headstock in great shape. Chipboard case has some scratches, scuffs and minor tears. All latches work. Keep in mind that this is a 37 year old vintage guitar. Normal wear and tear. Overall, really good shape. Not abused or beat up in any way. It is used. Not perfect. Look at the pictures closely. They will tell the story.
Alvarez is a really great acoustic guitar builder. While they do have some cheap models made in China, this is NOT one of these. This is an original Alvarez built in Japan in 1978. The Tone of this Model 5046 with it's aged wood is just off the charts. I own a few Martins and Taylors and I rank this Alvarez in the same class for a lot less money. If you are looking for a gigging guitar or just a nice player for home practice, I am sure you will be more than satisfied with this Alvarez.
The guitar appears to be all original. Spruce Top with Mahogany back and sides. Binding on the front and back as well as the neck. The headstock has a Rosewood face with an inlaid Alvarez logo and an old style Alvarez tortoise truss rod cover. Original Pickup and electronics. Everything functions and works fine. Our Luthier did a set up on this guitar and installed new strings.
Serial Number: #45627
Nut Width: 1.77"
Weight: 4.60 lbs.
Complete Package with Chip Board Case with yellow felt lining!
Cosmetics: Good Condition. The only real issue is someone scratched what looks like to be their name and a number on the back of the guitar near the strap button. It reads "Hand #35501" I do not have any idea what this means. It is not really noticeable. I have enclosed a picture. There are some Light strumming scratches on the pickguard. A few light scratches on the front as well as on the back. Neck, Fretboard and Headstock in great shape. Chipboard case has some scratches, scuffs and minor tears. All latches work. Keep in mind that this is a 37 year old vintage guitar. Normal wear and tear. Overall, really good shape. Not abused or beat up in any way. It is used. Not perfect. Look at the pictures closely. They will tell the story.
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