A discussion group for Alvarez-Yairi and K. Yairi guitar enthusiasts.
Pictures of hand making process, info on various models, links, tips, etc.
Members are from literally around the world.
A discussion group for Alvarez-Yairi and K. Yairi guitar enthusiasts.
Pictures of hand making process, info on various models, links, tips, etc.
Members are from literally around the world.
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We found a Alvarez Yairi DY60 1981 in very good condition, that was apparently stored in the basement of our house for the past 20 years. Let me know if you are interested in purchasing it. JP
Hallo,
kann mir jemand was zu meiner Gitarre K.Yairi DY 72 P aus dem Jahr 1989 mit der Seriennummer 44902 sagen
Es ist fast unmöglich, ewas darüber herauszubekommen.
vielen Dank
Manfred
Could anybody on this wonderful forum maybe help with finding some information on my K.Yairi YF(?)80 (maybe Y180?)? The label says ‘hand-crafted by K.Yairi model no YF80 Japan Gifu, Kani, Yairi with a signature of K. Yairi below it that looks printed. The ‘K.Yairi’ brand on the headstock looks different from pictures I see on the net. The letters are of a more square type. The little 000-model guitar is kind of cute but does feel a little on the cheap side. I think the top is solid but I’m not sure about the back and sides. It plays well but the sound is a bit thinny. Is this some cheaper model, is it a fake? Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Turning 46 on December 12th, 2022… For sale is this 1976 Alvarez Yairi DY-85 acoustic guitar. This is a true masterpiece in acoustic guitar building, and is hand-signed by Kazuo Yairi.
This one of a kind guitar that is literally like new, no dents, scratches, wear marks, cracks, nothing! I promise you there is not a nicer one out there. Comes with original case in near perfect condition (maybe a few scuffs) but hey, not on the guitar.
This original vintage Alvarez Kasuo Yairi DY85 acoustic dreadnought in lovely playing condition. Solid spruce top, mahogany neck and rosewood back and sides; this was Yairi’s top or the line, flagship model, with pearl inlay and binding everywhere. She sounds as good as she looks too. The original k yairi guitars were masterfully crafted, and time has only improved the wood and tone of this lovely instrument.
With 46 years of natural seasoning, loving care and light use, this DY-85 is a lifetime heirloom guitar.
This instrument is in incredible condition for any age and functions properly. Frets have plenty of life left, and the original Grovers stay in tune very well. Comes with original hardshell case.
If interested, just let me know. John
I have an Alvarez Yairi model DY55 serial 24403, manufactured in December 1977. I am having trouble finding any information about this model. Looking for an approx value.
Any info on the DY 39? I just bought it from the orginial owner who had the original receipt from when his mother bought it in 1987.
From the info that I’ve read on acoustic letter only about 200 where made. The guitar is in great shape and I gave $400 for it.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Rick Allen
I have a Yairi DY 38 Anniversary Edition as well. I read somewhere there were only 100 of this model made too. Better late than never, I am guessing if your guitar is in great shape its worth $800-1000 or maybe more to the right buyer. I bought mine at a guitar show 5 years ago for $450….the guy selling it did not know that it was a Yairi (He new it was an anniversary model but missed the Yairi part….lol).
Have this acoustic guitar, wondering the value of and is there an interest in this model
Very good condition, not played much
Hi all,
Thinking of purchasing a used Kazuo Yairi H-10. Looks like it is a model made for the Japan market I believe, so not finding a lot of info in Google on it. Do any of you know if it has a solid wood back and sides? Any general comments on it would be appreciated. Thanks a lot.
In fact yes, this model is all solid woods. I have one. Lower models are laminate B&S and H-15 is with Brazilian rosewood but I never saw one unfortunately.
Thanks in advance
Do anyone know a history or details of this guitar and it’s value
Yaris YW 800 1976 serial 10572
Maybe Jacardo wood
I have a beautiful guitar that is in great condition though definitely played much and the great sound appreciated.. it only has a few markings on it. It says YAIRI horizontally at the top of the neck above the tuning pegs it says YAIRI with NAGOYA and MADE IN JAPAN branded into the center spine you can see looking through the strings and sound hole. And finally when looking inside the sound hole up toward the neck on the base of the neck inside the guitar No 569 is branded with K M under the number. Can anyone help me identify anything about this guitar? Also it looks to me like a classical guitar however the bridge has a vertical peg stringing kind rather than the horozontal through bridge stringing style that I typically associating classical guitars. Any info is much appreciated please email me if possible bc I’ll probably forget to look here for awhile. [email protected]
Have a 1981 YW 600g for sale.
Plays beautifully.
Fretboard a little worn an a few scratches etc.
Anyone interested?
Can post pics if you are.
Hi, is this still for sale?
Hi..yes still for sale.
My luthier in Hobart just did some work for me.
Neck was straight no need for adjustment.
Nut lifted slightly and saddle lowered.
Action is great now.
Installed an LR BAGGS pickup for me.
Guitar is old and not in pristine condition by any means..scratched and dents yes but nothing that affects the beautiful sound these guitars produce.
Has had a repair near the headstock many years ago…done properly.
Love this guitar and not in any urgent hurry to let it go…would need around $1600 including postage.
I have a K. Yairi signed DY90 dated 53.6.16 or June 16th, 1978 the 53 year of Emperor Showa. Serial # 26083. I purchased the guitar new from Roy & Candy’s Music in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The story behind this beautiful work of art and magnificent sounding guitar is as follows. K. Yairi was commissioned by famed country and western music legend Hank Thompson to hand build him a guitar. By the time the K. Yairi hand made guitar was finished and shipped to Roy & Candy’s Music Mr. Thompson had lost interest and choose not to accept the guitar. In 1978 I was friends with Jim Halsey and several of his artist such as Roy Clark, Buck Trent, Hank Thompson and several other entertainers managed by the Halsey Agency in Tulsa. It wasn’t long until the story was passed around that Hank Thompson had passed on the “Yairi”. I went to Roy and Candy’s the day I heard the story and purchased the guitar. It has been in my posession ever since.. The case that came with it has a blemish due to being set too close to a wall heater in Merle Haggard’s houseboat at Silverthorne Resort on Shasta Lake one cold February morning in 1982. I was visiting with Merle to go fishing and to discuss plans regarding his upcoming bass fishing tournament in April. I had been telling “Hag” about my “Yairi” guitar and he ask me to bring it with me so he could play it, which he did. Merle chose to play and sing “My Favorite Memory of All” while Leona, his wife at the time, cooked breakfast for us before we went fishing.
Now 76 yo, with arthritis developing in my finger joints, and none of my kids or grandkids showing an interest in music I’m interested in selling this beautiful one of a kind guitar; but have no idea as to it’s true value. Do you? I have all the paperwork and tool kit that came with the guitar.
Tom Shockley
9/6/2021
Hello Tom—I tried to send a longer message earlier but it doesn’t seem to have gone through. Have you set a price on that guit
r?
Kind regards,
Fred
Hello Tom. It sounds like you have an incredible guitar, with an even more incredible back story. As you are no doubt aware, Yairi guitar prices are really inconsistent (people complain they’re low, which may be true, but I see some too high and some that look like great deals for whoever gets them). The DY-90 is hard to price because you don’t see many up for sale. I’ve seen three or so in the last 15(?) years: one listed at $600, one at $1100, and one at around $1500 if I recall. Yours sounds special given it’s pedigree. Please be sure to share the listing once it goes live—I just bought my first Yairi this year (FYM-66HDE) and now I’m wishing I’d held onto that cash so I could buy your guitar.
Good luck with the sale—I suspect you’ll do alright.
I have a1958 y300 that no one in the world so far can tell me the value. Do you know anyone? My number is +12099968749
I have a dy75 serial no # 33348 , 1980 alvariez Guitar it appears to have a signature on it by K Jr. .
Was trying to find more about it and what it is worth
Seeking information on the neck joint of my guitar in order to do a neck reset. Have seen internet information indicating both a dovetail joint (lift neck up) and a five wood dowel joint (pull neck off toward head). I have steamed the joint thru holes in the 15th fret slot after releasing the fretboard extension, but the neck is still solid. Any information or advice will be greatly appreciated.
Hi. Did you ever receive any information regarding the neck joint / glue for a ’76 Yairi? I’ve got a ’76 DY57 that needs a reset too but have been unable to find out enough about the construction to proceed. I’ve heard later ’70s Yairi’s had a dowel joint of some kind (which will preclude me from even attempting a traditional reset).
Thanks in advance for sharing your information.
-Scott
We are looking for any information on this particular model. The label also states ANNE 1984, Ser # 31899 Kani, Gifu, Japan. It also has a Fishman Transducer that looks like it was not part of the original model. We are looking to sell it, so value would also be nice.
Yairi Kazuo Alvarez DY85 Guitar and case.
I bought this new in 1975.
Looking to sell it if anyone is interested, email me for info or pictures, etc.
It is in really good condition. Good finish, looks great, no scratches.
Very small split on head that has been there for 20 years and has not grown or affected anything.
Sounds and plays great. All original with new nut and bone bridge pins installed a few years ago.
Daver
I’m just joining this Yairi forum and saw your posting from January. If available please send some pictures and let me know if it comes with any pickup installed, or an OHSC.
thank you
-pat
I just noticed you responded… email me if interested.
I would welcome some photos and a price please?
I never saw this inquiry until now.
Hello, I wanted to know if you can tell me what year Alvarez Yairi is, model DY72 serial number 63782.
From already thank you very much.
Did u ever find info on the Yiari? i have a DY72 with serial# 63788 it has a 1986 date but that is not the year, the years are in some emporer calender,so 1986 on mine is a 1988,i found a post with that info but not much else,email me if u can with any info you may have found. thanx Jerry
hello everybody. does anyone know anything about the difference between earlier classification of the alvarez k. yairi guitars that he made. not the new contemporary ones being made now but before he passed, mainly from the 60’s through the 90’s. there’s CY, DY, W, etc. what separates them? i’ve looked all over the internet and have asked whoever i could about information in regards to these guitars. there is little to no information and what little bit i’ve found is very inconsistent. there’s plenty of basic history of alvarez and yairi joining forces in the 60’s but no details regarding the history or development of the actual guitars. like the designs and what evolved or changed. i’m most interested in the CY125 El Lorca. i’d appreciate any and all info.
thank you!!
If anyone is looking to sell a Yairi Dread, let me know! I am interested in a few of the models
I see this an older post, but I have 77 – DY-68 12 string that I would consider parting with
If you are still interested, I have a DY-45, please contact me if you are interested, [email protected]. Thanks, Christina
Hello Derek , I have a older, Yairi dy74 cutaway electric…rosewood back and sides… snowflake inlays… I bought her used in 2001…Nice guitar..email me..will ship from fl.
Hi folk
I have recently acquired a classical Yairi Guitar, i’m not sure which Yairi it is.
It’s model number.250 serial number.99 from what I can tell.
There is the curved cutaway at the end of the fretboard.
The only thing that concerns me is, the label.
Most of the guitar labels I have seen have the B & M Soloist text on it, and Hand Made by Yairi.
My guitar says, Hand Crafted in Japan by Yairi. It has the usual Japanese characters and red logo/stamp.
Could this be a copy by any chance?
Thanks in advance.
Hello,
I have a Yairi WY-1 which I love to play. I love how easy it is to play and my only complaint is that the sound is a little low/small unplugged which I assume is because of the narrower body. I saw that there is a model DY1TS which looks like the WY-1 but appears to be thicker. Does this model have a more full sound with similar easy action playing as the WY-1. If not, is there a model that plays like the WY-1 with a cutaway and electronics and a more full sound!…
thanks for your input.
David
I bought an old guitar with a Japanese language label. I asked someone to translate the label and it says:
1. Made by Kazuo Yairi
2. Finest Hand Made
3. Has a “name” instead of a model number
4. Writing is very old style Japanese.
I would appreciate if someone with extensive of K Yairi labels and construction could take a look at my many photos on Dropbox. I would need an email address to share the Dropbox folder with.
Thanks,
Dan Lindsey
Think I have stripped my high e-tuner, as it’s not turning it all now and wanted to know the exact replacement for a 1977 DY 77? Anyone know either where to find OEM or something is close to the originals as possible without it looking like a standout? its the high e string.
I have a YW 70 D K. YAIRI
12 String handcrafted guitar
which was given to me by my father
in the mid 70’s. I am doing some research on the age
and history of guitar . I would also like to know the value
of this guitar. It has great sentimental value to me as my
father passed in 1988.
Lynette, you wanted to know the value of your guitar and I want to sell similar guitar – want to know if someone replied to you re value.
Will appreciate your reply.
Hello! Could you please provide some photos of the guitar. I can maybe help you figure out more about this Yairi.
Thanks,
Ulysses
Hello everyone! I figured I’d give this message board a chance- honestly, I have spent years searching and showering the deepest recesses of the internet in attempts to obtain my own personal collection of Alvarez-Yairi guitars- I have quite a few different models however my favorite is the mid-90s Alvarez-Yairi WY-1 Yairi Virtuoso Series Bob Weir Model Folk/OM with Cutaway in Natural Color with Gloss Finish. This model is my all time, ultimate go-to, first choice and beloved guitar of personal choice- hands down! It is also a rather extremely difficult model to find- well, let me correct myself: finding one that is nearly in mint condition and with a Gloss finish (now the Satin finish version I’ve had better luck finding!)
Anyway, I figured I’d take a chance here- over my time collecting the Alvarez-Yairi models I do have in my collection currently, there are just a few specific models that despite my continuous, non-stop, tireless, almost religious-like commitment to this ever-on-going, and at times almost painfully mind-numbing quest to find these last remaining “dream models” that despite all odds I just can’t seem to find.
As I stated, 5 specific models I am desperately pleading to my fellow Alvarez-Yairi collectors, be ye near or far! If anyone out there should happen to have ANY one of these and are willing to either sell or trade, please contact me.
I have several Alvarez-Yairi WY-1 models that I’ve managed to collect over the years, each with slightly different variations to the design (which changed or evolved ever so slightly every few years)- I have Alvarez-Yairi WY-1s that range from 1993 all the way to this current year of 2019. For these last 5 models, I’m willing to negotiate, trade or out right buy for the right price:
ALVAREZ-YAIRI GUITAR MODEL WISH-LIST:
1990s Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi WY-1 Yairi Virtuoso Series Bob Weir Model (Original Signature) Folk/OM with Cutaway (Natural Color / Gloss Finish)
2000s Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi WY-1PRP Yairi Virtuoso Series Bob Weir Model Folk/OM with Cutaway (Purple Color / Gloss Finish)
2006 Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi WY1BW Yairi Signature Series Bob Weir Yairi Signature Model Folk/OM with Cutaway (Natural Color / Gloss or Satin Finish)
2006 Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi ADY1 Yairi Signature Series Ani DiFranco Yairi Signature Model [1] Folk/OM with Cutaway
(Gold-Yellow Body with Grey-Slate Pickguard Color / Satin Finish)
2006 Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi ADY1G Yairi Signature Series Ani DiFranco Yairi Signature Model [2] Folk/OM with Cutaway (Lime-Green Body with Gold-Yellow Pickguard Color / Satin Finish)
Please contact Cole, my email is [email protected]. I’m always searching. Anyone who can help me in this, please know I will be truly and eternally forever grateful!
You seem to know a lot about Yairi guitars! Sadly, I know very little. Around 1970 +/- a year, I was given a “Sorrento” Yairi (no initial “S” or “K”), model 5029, marked as #71. It has seen very little use. In addition to the label information, there is a stamp inside that says “Yairi, Nagoya, Made in Japan”.
Do you know anything about this particular model. I have been unable to find much information about it.
Thanks in advance.
I have aAlvarez DY 90 Blond that that I would not sell as I play it all the time. I also have a Alvarez Yairi WY 1PRP sn 60310. It is the purple gloss color. The appearance prompted me to buy it on ebay in 2006, but I immediately put it away as I thought it too pretty to play and mark up as I have my other guitars. If you are interested I can send digital photos and will sell for the right price. I am not providing a bargain. When I bought it I did not pay a bargain price.
I have a WY-1PRP in Excellent condition. No scratches front or back and in orig brown leather Alvarez case. I never thought of selling, but would entertain offers if you are still interested.
What are you asking for it?
Wanting to sell or trade for a nice parlor size. It plays beautiful but I am 82 and would like to get a smaller one.
I have an Alvarez Yairi CY 118 recently acquired. Looking for any information about it like a brochure page. It’s a 1990. If you have one please forward your comments. This instrument sounds wonderful and was unplaced for 30 years when I found it. The condition is pristine and I’m thrilled with it. As far as I know, the rosewood back and sides are laminated and the top is cedar – that’s all I know. If you have one what do you think of yours?
I have a DY57 serial #15857. I was told it is mahogany veneer and not solid. Why? Cost? Is there a huge difference between solid and veneer
in terms of tone?
I don’t think Jim’s response to you is a fair basis for evaluating yoir ’76 dy57. If you want yo know why, drop me a line @[email protected].
I would be curious how you would evaluate differently. Please share that with me as well. I have owned this one from 76(… instead of 77) and wonder what you look now that I don’t.
Yes, the back and sides of this guitar is laminate with Mahogany veneer, while the top is solid spruce. Laminates are cheaper than solid wood and do not resonate as well
The solid top does provide a nice sound and it is a beautiful, very playable guitar with a nice sound.
Play a Martin D18 to see what a solid Mahogany guitar is like, and you will understand the price/performance issue.
My 1977 DY57 is a good old friend that is one of the best laminate guitars I have played and heard, but my 2001 Martin HD28 has a stunning sound.
K. Yairi’s are a top line guitar and often compared to Martins. Yet they are usually far cheaper than Martins for some reason.
Solid top is all you need as this is where most of the sound comes from. So laminated back and sides are OK.
(there are even some very good laminated top guitars – at the end of the day it comes down to personal preference.)
I own a K Yiairi (D-38_) and love it, I will never let it go….
My husband has passed away, and I would like to sell his Yairi, but have been unable to find any information about it. It is a signed 1988 AR550E, and appears to be in excellent condition. Any guidance would be appreciated. Thank you.
Hi all,
I have a K.Yairi YC-02 from 1980. Serial no. 16146. I bought it new in Australia. I’m thinking of selling it, but cannot find any info or any others for sale anywhere. Any thoughts, info or ideas greatly appreciated.
regards and thank in advance
Benderman
I’ve had an Alvarez Yairi WY-1 for years. Great instrument. The current bridge is split and needs to be replaced. It cannot be glued. Does anyone know where I can purchased an new bridge/saddle combination?
Thanks
I have (since new) a Model 5028 SN40745 Date stamped 22-2-81 inspected by G Yamada. I paid $375 back then. The tuning keys are worn and so are the frets. I am thinking of replacing them. Does anybody know the Fret board radius or the fret size? I tried to get the original keys from the good folks at St Louis Guitars but they only had some thing close not exact.Any more information on my guitar would be greatly appreciated.
Joe Norton
[email protected]
Hi all – I used to a CY117 nylon string when I was performing back in the 1980s. I would like to purchase another in excellent condition in the $550-650 range, since the one I had is long gone :/
Thanks
Cliff
I recently ran across a 2000 model Alvarez-Yairi YD-91x. Does anyone know anything about this model? I have had a 90 and a 91, but they were both DY models.
This guitar was given to me recently, and I am curious about its current value. It does have superficial brush marks which likely would buff out, and a couple of scratches on the face, but otherwise appears perfect. I am confused that it has the same model number as the limited edition Yairi, and the label inside is signed, but there is no indication that it is one of the “600.” The label also says “Made in Japan Anne.” There are other numbers on the label that I don’t understand. If anyone can give me any clarifying information about this instrument, please reply here. TIA!
Hi
Checking to see if anyone has info on the K. Yairi R-1-SBX. One is for sale locally but I can’t find any specs on it or reviews. I’d want it primarily for finger style.
Hi
Wondering if anyone has any information on Kiari gY85? I’ve just acquired one and it’s a great little classical.
I can’t find any info on the model anywhere.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Craig
My late husband left me his guitar. I can’t locate any info on this guitar. Inside stamp reads Alvarez by Kazuo. Serial number 42441 model DY60, year 1981. It is in mint condition. Not one scratch or dent. 6 strong accoustic. Any help out there? In info appreciated.
Hello.
I know it was a long time ago, but I found your post on the discussion group about Yairi guitars. What more would you like to know about the DY60? Do you still have it? Can I answer any questions for you?
Joshua Lilley
[email protected]
Hi,
I just purchased a 1989 DY 72 12 string and it came to me wearing an anonymous set of light gauge string tuned down a step. I seem to remember reading that the instruments could handle standard tuning quite well. The previous owner would tune it up but store it tuned down. Does any one have any input and/or suggestions for strings?
For my DY-72, I finally settled on Martin M200 Silk & Steel. To my ear, the evenness of tone high to low is great.
I also have a 1964 Yairi, model “1174, Ser. No. 155.
Mellow as…
Beautiful instrument. Owned since 1981. Emperor date stamp 1980. Spruce/Rosewood Maple binding inc. around neck and head. Wood dot inlay on the fret board. Alvarez logo on bottom of neck heel. Does anyone know what the capital K stamped into the neck block might indicate. I have ask other Alvarez owners. None are reporting the K stamping. I have searched the net and can’t come up with another 5028 that is trimmed the same. I read somewhere that each craftsman was allowed from time to time to build as a distinct instrument. I wonder if the K could be the craftsman’s stamp.
K for Katsui, 3rd Yairi master luthier
Could you tell me the name of the Yairi Master Luthier who would stamp an N into the block of my guitar? It was made in 1981.
Anything else you can tell me. Do you thing that may be a one on one guitar of Katsui’s?
I have a 1990 K Yairi DY62, the D string has lost its volume.. Has anyone replaced the piezo pickup?.
Hello all, I have an Alvarez Yairi guitar serial #39165 and model Y-89 3. Does anyone have any information on this guitar?
I have never seen just the Y model number before it’s usually DY. I’ve had the guitar since 1990. Thanks for any help.
Does anyone know when this guitar was made? There isn’t a stamp on the head stock and the tag inside is not dated.
Thanks,
Wayne
Greetings all,
I just picked up a used Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi dread guitar, Serial Number 63721. It is beautiful, lots of abalone and Koa back and sides. There is also a small “x” next to the Model No. Does anyone have any idea what date this guitar was manufactured? It has no date stamped anywhere on it. Thanks and cheers to all the other Yairi owners. Best. JC
Hi All,
I have a K. Yairi YC – 01 Concert Classical Guitar. I have tried everywhere to get information about this guitar, but alas I turned up empty. So I turn to the broader community via boards to find out anything about it.
Alvarez by KAZUO YAIRI
Serial: 38357
Model: YC – 01
Year: 1981
Personally signed by KAZUO YAIRI
Made in Japan
56 . 3 . 02
It was made on the 2nd of March 1981 in Japan. It is part of the Alvarez series of guitars. This is all I know.
Any information would be appreciated. Thanks in Advance.
Hi
I owned a yc-01 back in about 1979 which I am trying to find another as it was a great guitar and I haven’t seen another like it since.
Mine was a matte finish back, sides and top. The back and sides being darker than the top.
But it did have distinctive edge carving around where the purfling would meet the soundboard of arrow heads.
Is yours similar?
I own a k.Yiari acoustic guitar. Inside the guitar it has a sticker, that has numbers etc as below:
ANNE 1935
Model No W1
Serial no 34035
If anyone can tell me more information on my guitar I’d appreciate it. Type of guitar, what it is worth? etc
Thank you
Hi Helen. Yes it sounds like its similar to mine. Please attach pic if you can. Mine is a ’83 W1 I have had since the early ’90’s. Mine is a cedar top with mahogany back and sides. Amazing sound!
If anyone has a vintage or used Yari Alvarez Abalone Master Special DY 95 Dreadnaught for sale, please contact me at [email protected].
Thanks Richard
Hello
Anyone know where I might find a treble, volume, tone unit for my Yairi. Its the older one without the built in tuner. WY-1K Koa.
Used would be fine if in working order.
Thanks
All The best
JC
Hi everyone,
Greetings from Australia! I have a K Yari 1983 12-string acoustic, which has not been out of the case for 20 years!
The label reads:
ANNE: 1983
MODEL NO: W I TW (this is what I can make out)
SERIAL NO: 27669
I would like to sell this guitar but have no idea of its value. Any advice would be really appreciated.
Thanks
Rhys
Did you sell the instrument or maybe still have it? I’m on the lookout for one right now.
I have one. I paid $500 used in 1990 in Townsville. There was one advertised for about $1500. A very rare guitar and difficult to get information about them. The best guitar I have ever owned. Beautiful full rich sound.