Yamaha LS36 2019 - Natural

This 2019 Yamaha LL36 is in mint condition; the only exception being the faintest of faint pick marks on the pickguard.

The Yamaha LL series acoustic guitars are the finest guitars that Yamaha makes. Here’s what Yamaha has to say about them (more from me afterward): 

The LL36 Custom A.R.E. is crafted by a master luthier using only the finest hand-selected materials. Not only does the sound deliver rich and warm acoustic resonance, but the detailed cosmetics make this instrument a beautiful piece of art.

A.R.E. (Acoustic Resonance Enhancement)

A.R.E. is an original wood reforming technology developed by Yamaha. Through precise control of temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure, the molecular properties of the wood can be manipulated into a more acoustically ideal condition, similar to the molecular characteristics of woods in instruments that have been played for years.

FEATURES

Concert Size Body

Solid Engelmann Spruce Top Treated with A.R.E.

Solid Indian Rosewood Back & Side

High Comfort Traditional Neck Profile

Luxury Abalone Inlay

Nitrocellulose Lacquer finish

SPECS

·String Type:   Steel

·Number of Strings:   6

·Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed

·Body Shape: Concert

·Back & Sides Wood: Solid Rosewood

·Top Wood: Solid Engelmann Spruce

·Finish:   Gloss Nitrocellulose Lacquer

·Color:   Natural

·Binding: Abalone/Maple

·Neck Wood:  5-ply Mahogany/Rosewood

·Neck Shape: Volute

·Radius:15.75"

·Fingerboard Material: Ebony

·Fingerboard Inlay: Abalone Snowflakes

·Number of Frets:  20

·Scale Length:25.5"

·Nut Width:1.732"

·Nut/Saddle Material: Bone/Bone

·Bridge Material: Ebony

·Tuning Machines: Gold Die-cast

·Strings: .012-.052

·Case Included: Hardshell Case

·Manufacturer Part Number:  LS36R

·MSRP:  $6062.20

I know that no one sells for MSRP, but the MSRP price reflects that each of these is hand-built by one master luthier who personally selects all the tonewoods and other materials. The luthier’s name appears on the interior label. The price I’m asking gives you an opportunity to afford a work of art that might otherwise be unattainable.  Sweetwater lists this instrument at $3499.00 

Here's the Yamaha website page: 

I’ve only played it a few times, in my smoke-free, pet-free home. There are some reflections on the guitar in the accompanying photos, but there are no cracks, repairs, scratches, dings, or other noticeable wear. This is a superior instrument, and it sounds as gorgeous as it looks: sweet but loud, lush, articulate and balanced.    

See the photos. It is fully bound, front and back. Even the headstock is bound. The bridge and fretboard are ebony. The binding is maple, not plastic. The sound hole and the entire body are trimmed in abalone. The frets are embellished with Yamaha’s LL series classy snowflake inlays. Setup, action, and playability are excellent.

The original Yamaha hardshell case is outstanding quality and is in mint condition with the original case keys, truss rod tool, and publications.

It kills me to let it go, but my girlfriend and I have downsized to a condo and I’m forced to thin the herd a bit.  It will be packed carefully for a safe journey.

Shipping will be free in the continental US.  I won't ship outside the continental US.  An adult signature will be required.

Please know that my reputation and honor are much more important to me than any guitar, so it’s very important to me that you feel you were dealt with fairly. Please ask any questions you may have. Should you not feel that I represented the guitar accurately, I will accept it back for a full refund within 7 days, less my actual shipping cost, assuming it’s in the same condition as when I shipped it.  Buyer pays return shipping.  Check out my feedback and bid with confidence!