{"product_id":"takamine-no-5-630mm-handmade-concert-classical-guitar-japan-1982-excellent","title":"Takamine No 5 630mm Handmade Concert Classical Guitar Japan 1982","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare, lovely Takamine No 5 Crafted in Japan in 1982. 630 mm scale, 50 mm nut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely the best possible value for your money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuitars of same class and quality are around US$1500+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe condition of this guitar is unbelievable considering it's 30+ years old. \u003cbr\u003eIt's in excellent showroom condition, with just a few minor signs of use that can only be seen up close. \u003cbr\u003eThe white strips that you might see on the back and sides are just reflections. There is a small finish chip on the lower bout (see photos)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar has been kept in a room with humidity set to 45% at 25 degrees (75F). \u003cbr\u003eThe action is medium, comfortable to play. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe guitar has a rich and balanced tone with beautiful nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has impressive volume and sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's ample amount of brightness and warmth in the low end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs. \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Top \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e Solid Red Cedar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Back \/ Sides \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e Indian Rosewood Double plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Finish \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e Polyurethane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Neck \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e Mahogany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Fingerboard \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e Rosewood \u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Bridge \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e Rosewood, Natural Bone Saddle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e String Length \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e 630 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Nut width \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e 50 \u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Action at 12 fret (1st): \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e 3.6 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Action at 12 fret (6th): \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e 3.0 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Comes with a quality hard case \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Some history of Vintage Japanese Classical Guitars. \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the late 1960s Japanese luthiers produced guitars of exceptional quality. These skilled craftsmen typically ran small shops, employing a handful of master builders who were often trained in Spain or under Spanish master builders in Japan. During this period, bans on certain types of wood were not yet in place, allowing luthiers to source high-quality wood for their creations. Although these guitars are considered a bargain in today's market, finding top-quality Japanese classical guitars from this era can be challenging, and restrictions on exporting certain types of wood make them even more difficult to obtain. Similar guitars built with comparable materials today would cost significantly more due to the scarcity or complete bans on certain types of wood. Most of those talented luthiers from the 70s and 80s are now retired or have passed away. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takamine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44614676873309,"sku":null,"price":1275.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0739\/6111\/1645\/files\/kbftgugzfylcunrqndsf.jpg?v=1783950866","url":"https:\/\/guitareum.com\/products\/takamine-no-5-630mm-handmade-concert-classical-guitar-japan-1982-excellent","provider":"Guitareum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}