Description
PRELOVED Yamaha G-50A Classical Guitar – c.1970
The Yamaha G-50A is a vintage Japanese-made nylon-string classical guitar from Yamaha’s late 1960s / early 1970s classical range. Produced around 1969–1972, the G-50A was designed as an affordable but well-made student classical guitar, offering reliable Yamaha build quality and a warm, traditional nylon-string voice.
This example is from around 1970 and has had one owner, giving it a great vintage story and plenty of character. A lovely option for players after an older Japanese classical guitar with genuine age, patina and a comfortable, broken-in feel.
Condition
- Good condition for a 1970-era guitar
- One owner
- Repairs to the face/top
- Shows normal vintage character and signs of age
Key Features
- Vintage Yamaha classical guitar
- Made during Yamaha’s late 1960s / early 1970s G-Series era
- Traditional nylon-string classical body
- Spruce or pine top, depending on production run
- Katsura / Judaswood back and sides
- Nato neck
- Bubinga fingerboard and bridge
- Slotted classical headstock
- Natural finish
Specifications
- Model: Yamaha G-50A
- Approx. Year: c.1970
- Type: Nylon-string classical guitar
- Top: Spruce or pine
- Back & Sides: Katsura / Judaswood
- Neck: Nato
- Fingerboard: Bubinga
- Bridge: Bubinga
- Scale Length: Approx. 658mm / 26"
- Owner History: 1 owner
Why Players Like These Old Yamahas
Vintage Yamaha classical guitars have a reputation for being honest, reliable instruments with plenty of charm. The G-50A was built as an entry-level model, but like many older Japanese Yamahas, it has aged nicely and offers a warm, open tone that suits beginner classical pieces, fingerstyle, folk and casual nylon-string playing.
Why Buy Preloved at Colemans Music?
- Trusted Melbourne retailer with online delivery Australia-wide
- Preloved gear inspected & tested so you can buy with confidence
- Real advice from musicians on nylon strings, setup and care for older guitars
- Careful packing for safe delivery
- Support after purchase if you need help getting it playing comfortably
