1981 Yamaha SG2000 – Rare "Deep Purple" Limited Edition
Now I am downsizing my vintage collection just here for your consideration is a 1981 Yamaha SG-2000 in the highly desired Deep Purple finish. This isn't just a standard SG; it is a limited edition run with only 600 units produced in this colorway.
The SG2000 is world-renowned for its sustain and build quality—famously favored by players like Carlos Santana and John Frusciante claimed a Purple one was his fav Yamaha SG.
Key Features & Specs:
- Model: SG-2000 Deep Purple (Made in Japan, 1981).
- Construction: High-end neck-through design for incredible resonance.
- Tonewoods: 3-piece Maple/Mahogany neck, Mahogany body with Maple top, and a premium Ebony fingerboard.
- Pickups: Original 1981 stamped humbuckers (Showa 56). Pure, fat vintage tone.
- Weight: 4.54 kg (A solid, sustain-heavy machine).
- Hardware: Heavy-duty brass block under the bridge (Standard on SG2000s for added sustain).
Condition Report (Honest & Detailed):
Very Good condition for this guitar is 45 years old.
- Body: Features some light dents and scratches consistent with age. There is some minor peeling of the binding near the cutaway and a small crack on the front pickup surround (purely cosmetic).
- Hardware: The gold plating on the bridge and tailpiece has aged and loss colour.
- Headstock: Typical of 80s Yamahas, the finish on the headstock has become a bit "cloudy"
- Frets: Approximately 50% life remaining. It still plays well across the board, though a future fret-dress might be considered by professional players.
- Neck: The truss rod is stiff but still has room to move in both directions.
Electronics & Functionality:
- 100% operational. No scratchy pots or output issues.
- This specific model does not feature the Bi-Sound (coil split) system, focusing instead on pure, thick humbucker tones.
What’s Included: Original hard case (shows some wear but solid), adjustment wrench, and the guitar itself.
This item is sold As-Described
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| Condition | Excellent (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 |
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