SELECTED VINTAGE GUITARS
Used acoustic guitars
— Japanese vintage instruments
Looking for an acoustic with a mature voice and comfortable playability? Explore our used acoustic guitars, including Japanese dreadnoughts. In our view, a well-prepared vintage instrument is an excellent alternative to a new guitar at a similar price.
Our website shows part of our range. More instruments are being prepared all the time. Discover the full range in our shop at ul. Dąbrowskiego 307, 60-406 Poznań, Poland.
17 instruments
Thumb J-300 Jumbo – Natural, Lawsuit era, 1980
BLUEBELL F-300 – Natural, Lawsuit era, 1978
Yamaki FP-20 – Natural, Early Vintage (Lata 70.), ok. 1975
Cat's Eyes TCM-50 – Natural, Lawsuit era, approx. 1980
Thumb W-500 - Natural, Early Vintage, 1973
K.YAIRI G-1F – Old Violin Sunburst, 2009
THUMB MW-30 – Natural, Lawsuit Era, 1980
Big Thumb TH-20 – Natural, Early Vintage, 1974
Aria WJ-40 – Natural, Lawsuit era, 1981
Morris F-18 – Natural, Lawsuit Era, 1977
K.Yairi YW-500P – Natural, Lawsuit era, 1979
YAMAHA L-6 – Natural, 1974
Thumb W-250 - Natural, Lawsuit Era, 1980
Burny BJ-60 LH – Tobacco Burst, Lawsuit Era, 1980
Takamine Elite TW-40G – Natural, Early Vintage, approx. 1975
Morris F-18 – Natural, Early Vintage, 1973
No instruments match these filters.
Choosing a used acoustic guitar
A dreadnought suits a strong accompaniment, while a smaller body may feel more comfortable for gentle playing and fingerstyle. Compare nut width, neck profile and response to your touch. With a used acoustic, check the bridge, soundboard, frets and history of repairs. Consult each instrument’s description for its individual condition and work performed.
Check the instrument and its history
Service work, replaced parts and signs of use are described for each instrument. If a listing is for an instrument still being prepared, check its stated schedule. You can inspect and play guitars at our shop at Dąbrowskiego 307 in Poznań. Online purchases follow the terms shown on the chosen marketplace.
Guides before you buy
Guide
A Japanese dreadnought instead of an expensive Martin? Thumb, K.Yairi and K.Country
Before spending PLN 20,000–50,000 on a Martin, try a good Japanese dreadnought. In our opinion, a professionally prepared older acoustic is an excellent way to buy a great guitar on a much smaller budget.
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Guide
Japanese acoustics alongside Martin and Gibson: Cat’s Eyes, K.Yairi and the Momose legacy
From Tokai’s collaboration with Martin to Bob Weir’s guitars and Yasuo Momose’s workshop. History, specific designs and Guitar Lab’s experience show why Japanese acoustics deserve a place alongside the best American instruments.
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Guide
Restoring an acoustic guitar: from diagnosis to setup. Morris WL-35
When does an acoustic need more than a setup? Our Morris WL-35 project shows how to organise the work around the instrument’s actual condition.
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