1980s Yamaha FG-480 Jumbo Guitar

Here's yet another iteration of a Yamaha "super dreadnought" jumbo guitar. It follows the typical mold but has a solid top and some extra trim over the normal models. The back and sides remain ply rosewood. It sounds great -- big, full, and forward -- with the usual warmth that I expect from these guys.

Work included a neck reset, level/dress of the frets, and a new bone saddle. It'd already received a new bone nut at some point. This one is well-loved but looks great in its worn-in charm.















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