Vintage Yamaha FG-150 Red Label Acoustic Guitar – Made in Japan

Up for sale is a vintage Yamaha FG-150 Red Label acoustic guitar, built during Yamaha’s legendary Nippon Gakki era in Japan. Revered for their exceptional craftsmanship and impressive tone, these early Red Label models have become some of the most sought-after vintage acoustics in their price range.

This FG-150 has been freshly set up with a new saddle and a new set of strings, offering comfortable playability, improved intonation, and a warm, resonant voice that only decades of aging can produce. The spruce top and mahogany back and sides deliver a balanced, articulate tone with excellent projection, making this guitar equally suited for fingerstyle, strumming, and songwriting.

Showing honest cosmetic wear from over 50 years of use, this guitar remains a fantastic player and a wonderful example of Yamaha’s golden-era craftsmanship. The pickguard exhibits typical play wear and pick scratches consistent with a well-loved vintage instrument, while the rest of the guitar presents beautifully for its age.

Features

• Yamaha FG-150 Red Label
• Made in Japan by Nippon Gakki
• Late 1960s / Early 1970s Production
• Spruce Top
• Mahogany Back & Sides
• Rosewood Fingerboard & Bridge
• Fresh Professional Setup
• New Saddle Installed
• New Strings
• Original Tortoise Pickguard
• Original Open-Gear Tuners
• Natural Finish

Condition

This guitar is in very good vintage condition and has been well cared for over the years. It shows normal cosmetic wear expected from a 50+ year-old instrument, including surface scratches and signs of regular use. Structurally, the guitar presents well and delivers the rich, open tone that has made these Red Label Yamahas increasingly collectible among players and enthusiasts alike.

Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition of the instrument.

Why Players Love the Red Label FG Series

The Yamaha Red Label guitars have earned a cult following thanks to their exceptional build quality, reliability, and vintage tone. Many players compare these guitars favorably to American-made acoustics costing several times more, making them one of the best values in the vintage guitar market.

Shipping

Professionally packed and shipped with care. Local pickup is available in Colorado.

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— Front Range Vintage Guitars