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  1. WY1
    David Hutchinson

    I’ve seen various comments and some adds on the internet listing the WY1 as having solid back and sides.
    I have WY1 that was made in 2001. I can look inside the guitar and match various wood grain that appears on the outside. Is this possible with laminates?

  2. Selling my DY52 (sadly)
    Peter Hruscik

    Beautiful Yairi DY52 Perfect condition with Alvarez case. Case has a couple of scuffs and small minor tears. Guitar is nearly mint. Anyone who has ever played or owned one of these guitars, knows I need not go into a sales pitch to sell.

    1. whats up with no pictures pretty lame
      brandon

      : Beautiful Yairi DY52 Perfect condition with Alvarez case. Case has a couple of scuffs and small minor tears. Guitar is nearly mint. Anyone who has ever played or owned one of these guitars, knows I need not go into a sales pitch to sell.
      wheres the pics

    2. Re: Selling my DY52 (sadly)
      yairiluvr

      Where are you located, and what year is it?

      : Beautiful Yairi DY52 Perfect condition with Alvarez case. Case has a couple of scuffs and small minor tears. Guitar is nearly mint. Anyone who has ever played or owned one of these guitars, knows I need not go into a sales pitch to sell.

      1. Re: Selling my DY52 (sadly)
        Peter Hruscik

        : Where are you located, and what year is it?

        : : Beautiful Yairi DY52 Perfect condition with Alvarez case. Case has a couple of scuffs and small minor tears. Guitar is nearly mint. Anyone who has ever played or owned one of these guitars, knows I need not go into a sales pitch to sell.
        I am in Newburgh, NY about 60 miles north of NY City The Yairi is a 1992 with beautiful coral rosewood back and sides

        1. Re: Selling my DY52 (sadly)
          r higginbottom

          : : Where are you located, and what year is it?

          : : : Beautiful Yairi DY52 Perfect condition with Alvarez case. Case has a couple of scuffs and small minor tears. Guitar is nearly mint. Anyone who has ever played or owned one of these guitars, knows I need not go into a sales pitch to sell.
          : I am in Newburgh, NY about 60 miles north of NY City The Yairi is a 1992 with beautiful coral rosewood back and sides
          i want this guitar and have money to pay e mail me

  3. Alvarez K, Yairi Nodel No. 5060
    John

    I have a 5060, stamped 19-6-73 Serial No. 3224, and was wondering what it was worth. It is in new-like shape except for 1 tiny surface ding toward the edge of the face. John

    1. Re: Alvarez K, Yairi Model No. 5060
      John

      : I have a 5060, stamped 19-6-73 Serial No. 3224, and was wondering what it was worth. It is in new-like shape except for 1 tiny surface ding toward the edge of the face. Anybody interested? John

      1. Re: Alvarez K, Yairi Model No. 5060
        Mike

        I’m interested in your guitar if you still have it. How much is it? Any issues other than the ding described? Thanks,
        Mike

  4. I have an AR-357 from 1986, signature burn, beautiful sounding guitar – I’ve never known the value of these, is there any resource online or experts here that could help ballpark one of these models?

    thanks in advance
    Steve

    1. Re: AR-357
      Bill

      I have one of these guitars as well, and I have searched allover for information….none.. But they are beautiful, great sounding guitars. I bought it new in 85-86.

      : I have an AR-357 from 1986, signature burn, beautiful sounding guitar – I’ve never known the value of these, is there any resource online or experts here that could help ballpark one of these models?

      : thanks in advance
      : Steve

    1. Re: K Yairi Model# AR 333, Serial# 24520, Made In 1983
      Dale Carter

      I also own a K Yairi 333 serial 33275 build in 1985 and I purchased it new. Dispite it’s very plain look, I’ve yet to play anything that plays as well or sounds better including a few of the newer Martin D28’s – I would not trade this guitar for the world. I suggest you hang on to the one you have.
      Note – I also own a KY 321 built in the same year but not nearly the sound of the 333. My 3rd back up is a Fender F95 – again, not even close to the KY333.

    2. Re: K Yairi Model# AR 333, Serial# 24520, Made In 1983
      Johnny V.

      Hi Alex,
      I have a signed 1983 K.Yairi AR373E serial number 24582. which is about the closest model/serial numbers to yours that I’ve ever seen/heard about. I presently have it for sale i.e. if you are wanting to begin a nice K. Yairi collection! All kidding aside, it is truly a work of art and has the sound to match – very playable (altho I really don’t play all that well). My interests have changed, thus time for it to have a new home. I hope that you see this response and feel free to contact me if you wish: [email protected]

    3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Alex Kozmanuik
      Alex Kozmanuik

      Hello,
      My dad recently gave me K Yairi Guitar, Model# AR 333, Serial# 24520 which was made in 1983. I was wondering if anyone has any info. on this guitar, value history etc. Thanks

      1. K.yairi ar333
        Doug Hazzard

        I have a k.yairi AR333 s/n 31855 made in 1984 and in mint condition. I bot it brand new in 1984 played it three times and it was put away and l never played it till this year 2020. l can’t find it anywhere on the net no picture nothing and l would like to know if anyone could help me to let me know what it is worth. I can provide pictures if needed so if someone could help me please let me know by email.
        Thanks

      2. K. Yairi AR333 Serial #32911
        Conrad

        I have a signed 1984 K. Yairi Model# AR333, S/N32911. It has a signature case to match. I purchased it in 1990 for $200 from a friend. This guitar has been my companion for almost 30 years now, but I have yet to find any information on it. I would love to know what this would have sold for as a new guitar. I can’t help feeling that I got an absolute steal on this guitar because it sounds and feels so good! I wish that I could find someone to tell me more about it.

  5. Yairi YW 160-12
    Benedikt

    Hi out there,

    does anybody know this model. It’s build in 1981. I couldn’t find any information in the web. Would be great to find someone who can give me some information. I want to build a pick ups sytem to play the guitar on stage. What can you recommend? Thanks
    Benedikt

  6. DY - 58
    Tony Rucker (TRucker)

    I have a DY-58. Does anybody know what it would be worth? I purchased it new in 1981. Just curious as to what it would be worth. It does have a few battle scares but is in pretty good shape. The action on it is better than most electric guitars I have played.

  7. DY-71 age
    Rick

    I have a DY-71 that I have up for sale, I thought that the woods were solid but have been told recently that the wood is a laminate… I was under the impression that is was solid Koa back and sides and a spruce or cedar top… however I can’t verify it through the Alvarez website and don’t know how to tell otherwise. It does not have a graphite bridge, I believe it is rosewood.
    The other issue is that I don’t know the age. Is there a way to tell by the ser#??
    I bought the guitar used, it is in mint condition, and is a super sweet guitar to play. Like I said, I have it up for sale…but won’t be sad if it doesn’t sell either.

    1. Re: DY-71 age
      jeff

      the dy71 was introduced in 1998 with an unusual shape graphite bridge, if this bridge is not on your instrument then it has been altered or your not reading the mod. num. correctly. the value on this instrument is around the 700 to 1000 dollar range depending on the condition.

      : I have a DY-71 that I have up for sale, I thought that the woods were solid but have been told recently that the wood is a laminate… I was under the impression that is was solid Koa back and sides and a spruce or cedar top… however I can’t verify it through the Alvarez website and don’t know how to tell otherwise. It does not have a graphite bridge, I believe it is rosewood.
      : The other issue is that I don’t know the age. Is there a way to tell by the ser#??
      : I bought the guitar used, it is in mint condition, and is a super sweet guitar to play. Like I said, I have it up for sale…but won’t be sad if it doesn’t sell either.

      1. Re: DY-71 age
        gary

        : the dy71 was introduced in 1998 with an unusual shape graphite bridge, if this bridge is not on your instrument then it has been altered or your not reading the mod. num. correctly. the value on this instrument is around the 700 to 1000 dollar range depending on the condition.

        : : I have a DY-71 that I have up for sale, I thought that the woods were solid but have been told recently that the wood is a laminate… I was under the impression that is was solid Koa back and sides and a spruce or cedar top… however I can’t verify it through the Alvarez website and don’t know how to tell otherwise. It does not have a graphite bridge, I believe it is rosewood.
        : : The other issue is that I don’t know the age. Is there a way to tell by the ser#??
        : : I bought the guitar used, it is in mint condition, and is a super sweet guitar to play. Like I said, I have it up for sale…but won’t be sad if it doesn’t sell either.

        I have a dy-71 with all the paper work dated sept of 97 & yari signed.Im in a rush now but if interested I could give you the info on this guitar.I do believe its solid no laminants

      2. Re: DY-71 age
        yairi_luvr

        : the dy71 was introduced in 1998 with an unusual shape graphite bridge, if this bridge is not on your instrument then it has been altered or your not reading the mod. num. correctly. the value on this instrument is around the 700 to 1000 dollar range depending on the condition.

        : : I have a DY-71 that I have up for sale, I thought that the woods were solid but have been told recently that the wood is a laminate… I was under the impression that is was solid Koa back and sides and a spruce or cedar top… however I can’t verify it through the Alvarez website and don’t know how to tell otherwise. It does not have a graphite bridge, I believe it is rosewood.
        : : The other issue is that I don’t know the age. Is there a way to tell by the ser#??
        : : I bought the guitar used, it is in mint condition, and is a super sweet guitar to play. Like I said, I have it up for sale…but won’t be sad if it doesn’t sell either.

        If it’s a DY71 it has a solid Spruce top, with laminated Koa back and sides. Made between 1991 and 1998 when it was discontinued. The bridge kind of resembled a sideways comma.

        Bluebook info lists it as valued between $350 and $575 depending on condition. If it was made after 1992 the date will NOT be on the label, prior to that it would be. You can also check the numbers found on the heelblock to date it. If you still need the answer, send the number to me and I’ll date it for you.

        Any other questions?

        For help with most question on K. Yairi, Alvarez Yairi, Sada/Sadao or Hiroshi Yairi Acoustic guitars.

        Ask your question on ALLEXPERTS site:

        http://en.allexperts.com/q/Acoustic-Guitars-3420/

        Regards,
        D.Hughes

    1. Re: Yairi 5060 with adjustable bridge
      Efrem

      my YM1100 is from the same era or earlier, and has an adjustable bridge as well.. not sure about your model specifically

      1. Re: Yairi 5060 with adjustable bridge
        Danny Taddei

        My 5060 did not come ith it and the other 5 like that i have seen did not. That doesn’t mean that it was not a special order. Mine also came with a pickup that was a special order. The lady that bought it ordered it and they did it so if someone wanted one, I’m sure they could have gotten it.

        The adjustable bridge of that era was 2 screws that when twisted IN made the bridge settle lower. If you post a picture somewhere, I can tell you if it was one like the others I have. I have owned about 50 Yairis and hand mades so I might know yours if I see it.

        1. Re: Yairi 5060 with adjustable bridge
          Steve Day

          My dad just passed away. I received his guitar. It’s a Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi ser.3611 model. 5060 (48473) He played it till the day he died. I was going to teach myself until I took it to Mr. E’s music store. They said the strings are a little high off the frets down towards the bottom. That the white piece in the bridge had been filed down to lower the strings to the max. It would cost 250 dollars to have bridge cut down to lower strings onto fret. Should I have this done or should I buy a new guitar. He said a 250 dollar guitar would sound as good. Dad never stored this guitar (always in use) it bows just a little at the bottome. Mr. E’s said it would be hard for a beginner. Any opinions surley would be appreciated. Thanks. Steve Day

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Bruce
      Bruce

      I recently acquired a Alvarez-Yairi 5060. It has an adjustable bridge, which I suspected was a modification, but that the original owner says is as it was when he bought it new. It’s dated 1/1/1972 and has serial# 304.

      Can anyone confirm that the 5060 was offered with an adjustable bridge option, and, if so,
      provide any additional info? It sounds great, so I probably won’t change it, but it’d be nice to know for sure.

      Here are a couple photos of it:

      http://launch.ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/yairiguitars/photos/browse/8181?c=

      Any info would be greatly appreciated!

      Bruce

  8. k. Yairi YM1100 guitar info
    Efrem

    Hello, I have an old Yairi YM1100 acoustic guitar and would like to learn as much as possible about it, i’ve googled for it and found absolutely nothing, if someone would require pictures, email me and i’ll send you some pictures of it, the fact that google doesn’t return any results makes me think it’s pretty unique

    thank you all in advance
    Efrem

    1. Re: k. Yairi YM1100 guitar info
      Masami_Japanese

      Hello,
      I am Japanese.
      There were K.Yairi company and S.Yairi company in 1970s.
      Perhaps YM1100 was made by Kazuo Yairi of K.Yairi company.
      I want to see some pictures of it.
      Please send me some.

  9. Anyone seen an Alvarez Yairi FY40B. This is a nearly solid maple FY40 style as far as I can tell. I’d like information on it, not really wanting to sell.

  10. Yairi B & M Concert AD 1975
    Steve Ballard

    I’ve had this classical guitar since I was 11 years old and it was brand new. The label inside Says B & M Concert, Hand Made By Yairi, Serial No. ,
    AD 1975. Unfortunately either the serial No. was never there or has faded with time, I’m not sure, I never paid much attention to the label. Does anyone know what model it might be and if it is a good quality guitar? Many thanks, Steve

    1. Re: Yairi B & M Concert AD 1975
      yairiluvr

      Could be either of those, but, I would think if there is still writing that you can read on the label, then all the writing that was put on it, would be in the same condition~ so maybe they just didn’t bother (or missed it) to put the serial number down?

      IF Kazuo Yairi handmade the guitar, it should be a good one. Is your label 99% Japanese Kanjii? Or is it a combo of Kanjii and English?

      If you could post (not even sure if that is possible here) a photo of the label, I might have a better chance at giving you more info on it.

      Without anything else to go by, about all I can tell you is that the B & M, was Barnes and Mullins, exporters from London. And, just as K. Yairi now makes guitars for Alvarez (thus Alvarez-Yairi) earlier, he made them for B & M. The date of 1975 is cutting it rather close, because as far as I’ve been able to tell, it had to be 73 or 74 that Alvarez and Yairi joined ranks…course, I guess there’s no reason he couldn’t have had more than one deal going at the time. OR, your guitar was made by someone else for B & M? If I saw the label, I could tell you whether it was K. Yairi or not, by the artist authentication stamp (red stamp on label).

      Goodluck~
      yairiluvr

      That’s about all I can think of at the moment~
      : I’ve had this classical guitar since I was 11 years old and it was brand new. The label inside Says B & M Concert, Hand Made By Yairi, Serial No. ,
      : AD 1975. Unfortunately either the serial No. was never there or has faded with time, I’m not sure, I never paid much attention to the label. Does anyone know what model it might be and if it is a good quality guitar? Many thanks, Steve

        1. Re: Yairi B & M Concert AD 1975
          Tim Randall

          I have a B&M Concert, classical guitar, handmade by Yairi, 1974 with Serial Number blank or faded to such an extent it can’t be read. It is cedar front, rosewood back, ebony fingerboard, mahogany neck. I bought it new in 1977 and it plays beautifully. I too would like to know more about this guitar, the maker and its vlaue.
          Regards

          Tim

        2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Francesca Hogan
          Francesca Hogan

          : Could be either of those, but, I would think if there is still writing that you can read on the label, then all the writing that was put on it, would be in the same condition~ so maybe they just didn’t bother (or missed it) to put I: IF Kazuo Yairi handmade the guitar, it should be a good one. Is your label 99% Japanese Kanjii? Or is it a combo of Kanjii and English?

          : If you could post (not even sure if that is possible here) a photo of the label, I might have a better chance at giving you more info on it.

          : Without anything else to go by, about all I can tell you is that the B & M, was Barnes and Mullins, exporters from London. And, just as K. Yairi now makes guitars for Alvarez (thus Alvarez-Yairi) earlier, he made them for B & M. The date of 1975 is cutting it rather close, because as far as I’ve been able to tell, it had to be 73 or 74 that Alvarez and Yairi joined ranks…course, I guess there’s no reason he couldn’t have had more than one deal going at the time. OR, your guitar was made by someone else for B & M? If I saw the label, I could tell you whether it was K. Yairi or not, by the artist authentication stamp (red stamp on label).

          : Goodluck~
          : yairiluvr

          : That’s about all I can think of at the moment~
          : : I’ve had this classical guitar since I was 11 years old and it was brand new. The label inside Says B & M Concert, Hand Made By Yairi, Serial No. ,
          : : AD 1975. Unfortunately either the serial No. was never there or has faded with time, I’m not sure, I never paid much attention to the label. Does anyone know what model it might be and if it is a good quality guitar? Many thanks, Steve

          Ihave a Yairi B&M Concert guitar 1974.
          Label has : B&M
          CONCERT
          ( Lots of Japanese script)
          Hand Made
          By YAIRI
          Serial No:(missing)AD 1974
          Japan
          It is in good condition with solid case. Can anyone give me an approximate value please?
          Thanks, Francesca.

          1. Yairi B & M Concert AD 1975
            Bill Gross

            I have a a B&M Concert, classical guitar, handmade by Yairi, 1970 with Serial Number 115.
            I got it used at a yard sale for $200 10 or 15 years ago.
            I took it to a local Luthier (John Mello in Kensington CA). Here is what I remember from that conversation.
            The top is solid cedar.
            The back and sides are Rosewood, but it is laminate, not solid wood.
            Nut and saddle are bone!
            Fretboard looks like Rosewood but quite possibly a light colored Ebony
            Frets are well dressed, really a pro level job here.
            They were imported from Japan by an East coast dealer (possibly Great Britain) through the 60’s and 70’s.
            John Mello described it as having a sweet but small voice. In other words, good tone, but not the volume and resonance you would get from a top of the line Ramirez 1A.
            My experience with the guitar.
            I got it as a beater to keep at work. It has afforded me many hours of practice I would otherwise not have gotten. This is a satisfying instrument to play.
            Feel: 5 star feel! Great neck, very comfortable in the hand. Frets easily with any tension of string. Excellent in this regard!
            Intonation: It is as good or better than many guitars from Spain.
            Tuners: They are old and creaky but get the job done. Tune up rather than down and they will hold their tune.
            Value: I bought this before the explosion of good and even great guitars from China which can cost $200 to $1000 and up. This can hold its own against anything out there from any country in the world. It sounds decent when played side by side with more expensive guitars.
            Tone: Sweet and balanced. Punches above its class in this regard. Will beat most guitars in the $700 to $1200 range
            Volume: Good but not a cannon. A professional would require more, but this is certainly good enough for students, practice and recitals. Better by far than any budget guitar under $800.
            Bottom line:
            The claim that it is hand made is true although it is probably not by one master builder. It is a quality instrument especially for the $200 I paid. It sounds much better than a budget guitar, much livelier overall. It is a joy yo play, particularly for the feel of the neck and full tonal range. One of the easiest guitars to fret that I’ve owned and I’ve owned some good ones!
            Sorry I couldn’t give more history about it.

            Here is some info I found on the web
            “Hand made in Japan B & M Classic Model by Sadao Yairi 1960s vintage Sadao Yairi Classical Guitar hand made in Japan for B & M of London This handmade guitar sounds amazing. The sound that it produces shows that these Yairi guitars deserve their reputation for sound and build quality. These S.Yairi classicals are now starting to be justifiably appreciated. He made good guitars under many names: Sada, S. Yairi, Sadao Yairi, Yairri Gakki. I’ve had a few of his B & M models. He made the “Artiste”, “Soloist”, “Classic” and the “Concert”. ”

          2. ive just seen a yari b&m
            Anonymous

            ive just seen a yari b&m artiste on this acoustic for sale on e-ba seller knows nothing but says maybe cedar top rosewood body and its classical

  11. Yairi Model 250 AD 1965
    Pete

    Does anyone have info on this classical guitar, It’s handcrafted in Japan, Yairi, Model 250 AD 1965 and the serial in around 160 or so,
    please help

    1. Re: Yairi Model 250 AD 1965
      Morris Bol

      : I have a 1966 Yairi Model # 250 AD serial number 70. Apparently they start the serial numbers over each year. I got this new in 1966, somewhere around $250 then.

    1. Re: Alvarez Kazuo Yairi DY-75, 1985
      Jordan Strychalski

      : Would anyone have an idea of the value of this guitar? I bought it new and it is in good shape.

      i paid $500 for my 1983 dy-85 with original case and reciept off of my friends dad. i love it

    2. Re: Alvarez Kazuo Yairi DY-75, 1985
      Rich

      : Would anyone have an idea of the value of this guitar? I bought it new and it is in good shape.
      I don’t know what a true value is but would be interested in buying if you want to sell.
      Rich

      1. Re: Alvarez DY85 1993
        yairi_luvr

        : : Hello can anyone tell me what the A stands for on my DY85 from 1993 Thanks alcho

        From my research and interaction with Alvarez support on this subject.. the DY85A was not the same model as the original DY85’S (Those from the 1970’s or later 80’s) unlike the prior models, it had mahogany back and sides.. thus the "A" stands for Alternate.

    1. Re: Alvarez DY85A
      John B

      : Hello can anyone tell me what the A stands for on my DY85A Thanks Bob

      Bob- used to own a 1982 Alvarez Yairi Dy-85A. The "A" stands for abalone which is what is used in the heavy fretboard & rosette decorations. John B.

      1. Re: Alvarez DY85A
        Jobe

        : : Hello can anyone tell me what the A stands for on my DY85A Thanks Bob

        : Bob- used to own a 1982 Alvarez Yairi Dy-85A. The "A" stands for abalone which is what is used in the heavy fretboard & rosette decorations. John B.

        The Alvarez Yairi DY 85A is actually the newer version of the 1970’s DY-85 They both had the same amount of abalone so the "A" does not mean abalone..The 1970’s version was a "Lawsuit" model that was a dead ringer of a Martin D41 not a D45 as some people think..Also the headstock on the D-85-A is like the new Yairi’s not exactly like the Martin copy they made in the 1970’s that headstock was like the Martin D-41 or standard Martin headstock…Hence the "Lawsuit" model…

        1. The A is for alternate……called “New Standard Abalone” vs the “Standard Abalone”…..as this model was produced only one year, 1982, alongside the regular DY85. The differences are spelled out in Yairi’s catalog which you can find on the internet (http://alvarezyairi.web.fc2.com/cat1981/p8.html & http://alvarezyairi.web.fc2.com/cat1983/p4.html) , but primarily consist of ribbed mahogany sides & 2 piece hog back vs burled mahogany sides & hog/rosewood combo 3 piece back, plus diamond shaped abalone fret markers vs the larger round ones.

          1. alvarez dy85A
            ALISTAIR YOUNG

            thanks doug for that catalog info its now obsolete but you can find the price lists which was interesting “new standard abalone” must be copy abalone i guess as theres a price difference of $145 difference between the DY85 and DY85A in the 1983 price list this was a lot of money then i was wondering if there were any other differences to make the price difference ….im currently looking at a DY85A but now it looks like a cheaper version than i thought its on e-bay for $675 BIN have a look if your still around i would need to get it imported to u.k. also

    2. Re: Alvarez DY85A
      Steve

      : Hello can anyone tell me what the A stands for on my DY85A Thanks Bob

      Do you have the serial #? It can tell more, great sounding instrument isn’t it…

      1. Re: Alvarez DY85A
        Bob davis

        : : Hello can anyone tell me what the A stands for on my DY85A Thanks Bob

        : Do you have the serial #? It can tell more, great sounding instrument isn’t it…

        serial no. 54325 thanks for yor help!! Bob Yes I love this one had to have the top crack fixed but now great!!! Thanks Again

  12. Info Yairi DY156GB 1989 carbon fiber !!!!!! help me !!
    daniele

    Hi.. i’ve try this strange K. Yairi model DY156GB years 1989 serial 45156..Ii has back and side in carbon fiber (i think) and top in wood..
    Can you send me some information for this model ?? i can’t find nothing !!! What is the value of this model ??
    I’m from italy..
    Thanks…

  13. Alvarez Yari roundback classical guitar
    E.T. Fay

    I am looking for one of these guitars and I am having no luck finding any information about them. I saw one of these quite a few years ago and I’m wondering if there are still any around?

    1. Re: Alvarez Yari roundback classical guitar
      yairi_luvr

      : I am looking for one of these guitars and I am having no luck finding any information about them. I saw one of these quite a few years ago and I’m wondering if there are still any around?

      I believe you are referring to the Lute Back DY92 (NOT classical), if so, these are very hard to come by, it took me 4 years to find mine. Last one that sold on EBay (2008) went for $3K!

      Good luck!

  14. DY96 1976-1978 Models Abalone Supreme
    Msm_Japanese

    I live in Japan.
    I’ve been looking for an Alvarez Yairi DY96 1976-1978 model. Does anyone know of a used one for sale.

    1. Re: DY96 1976-1978 Models Abalone Supreme
      jim Ford

      : I live in Japan.
      : I’ve been looking for an Alvarez Yairi DY96 1976-1978 model. Does anyone know of a used one for sale.
      yes i have 1
      1985

    2. Re: DY96 1976-1978 Models Abalone Supreme
      jim Ford

      : I live in Japan.
      : I’ve been looking for an Alvarez Yairi DY96 1976-1978 model. Does anyone know of a used one for sale.
      yes i have 1

  15. Yairi DY55
    Jonathan Georges

    What is a DY55, mahogany or rosewood? Laminate or solid? Is it worth $400 if the neck is straight, the action is good and the pick guard is starting to lift at the edge? No Yairi case, a Korean piece that is very rough.

    1. Re: Yairi DY55
      jonathan Georges

      :
      : What is a DY55, mahogany or rosewood? Laminate or solid? Is it worth $400 if the neck is straight, the action is good and the pick guard is starting to lift at the edges? No Yairi case, a Korean piece that is very rough.

      When did they stop making them, the DY55? What year did Kazio Yairi die? Are they all rubber stamped since his death?

    2. Re: Yairi DY55
      jonathan Georges

      :
      : What is a DY55, mahogany or rosewood? Laminate or solid? Is it worth $400 if the neck is straight, the action is good and the pick guard is starting to lift at the edges? No Yairi case, a Korean piece that is very rough.

      When did they stop making them, the DY55? What year did Kazio Yairi die? Are they all rubber stamped since his death?

    3. Re: Yairi DY55
      jonathan Georges

      :
      : What is a DY55, mahogany or rosewood? Laminate or solid? Is it worth $400 if the neck is straight, the action is good and the pick guard is starting to lift at the edges? No Yairi case, a Korean piece that is very rough.

      When did they stop making them, the DY55? What yea did Kazio Yairi die? Are they all rubber stamped since his death?

    1. Re: DY-57 dreadnought value?
      jonathan Georges

      Dave,
      I am in the same boat, the bulls**t boat! Everybody wants to steal your guitar, then make a fortune on it! From my limited exposure to valuing a Yairi, its probably worth most of what you paid for it. I am looking at one now, a DY55 that the fellow wants $400 for but he is selling it on consignment because the guitar shop will only give him $200 for it! The best place to recoup as much as you can from your investment is eBay I think. We are all looking there at some point. Good luck. How much different is your DY57 than a DY55?
      Jonathan
      [email protected]

      1. Re: DY-57 dreadnought value?
        jonathan Georges

        : Dave,
        : I am in the same boat, the bulls**t boat! Everybody wants to steal your guitar, then make a fortune on it! From my limited exposure to valuing a Yairi, its probably worth most of what you paid for it. I am looking at one now, a DY55 that the fellow wants $400 for but he is selling it on consignment because the guitar shop will only give him $200 for it! The best place to recoup as much as you can from your investment is eBay I think. We are all looking there at some point. Good luck. How much different is your DY57 than a DY55?
        : Jonathan
        : [email protected]

    2. Anyone knows K-yairi model YW-400?
      PAOLA

      Some time ago a friend gave me as a present a YW-400. I’ve been looking in some specialized websites but I don’t find this model anywhere. It’s from 1973, serial number 5203 electro acustic guitar. Someone knows were I can find info about this guitar? Thanks!

    3. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Dave
      Dave

      I bought an Alvarez-Yairi DY-57 years ago, now can’t play any more due to wrist damage in a motorcycle accident. A local guitar shop offered me $200 for it, but I paid 3 and a half times that for it. Anyone know a realistic value for it? It’s in great shape. Or does anyone know a guitar shop near Daytona Beach that won’t BS me about value?

      1. yairi dy57s value
        bass4fun

        In regards to your value dilema, a very good friend of mine bought his for $425.00 from a private individual.
        Iam currently playing it on loan while mine is in the shop getting the frets dressed and leveled. I see them alot for sale,the average price is $400-500 based on condition.Condition is everything.I’m getting ready to purchase another one that i found at a music store. They want $500 plus tax, but i know i can get it for around $400 out the door.

  16. KYairi guitar Modelyw1000
    Roy francoeur

    Can any body help me find information on my guitar.It a 1975 model#yw1000 serial #7969. i can"t seem to get anything on it.
    Thank you Roy

    1. Re: Model DY78
      guy goss

      : My husband has a Alvarez model DY 78 which he traded for. Would anyone know the value of the year of this guitar? Thank you

      I bought a brand new Alvarez dy78 in Savannah,ga.
      in 1980 for approx. $ 760.oo. I’m thinking it is a collectors item. Some of the wood in my instrument includes ebony, mahogany, and what looks like curly maple pick guard. I still own my Yairi and won’t part with it. yours in music, g.g.

        1. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Tom Anderson
          Tom Anderson

          I have a DY78 also, traded my Martin D18 for it and I still have it and love it. A couple of years ago I had the factory pickup installed at St. Louis music and had it appraised by a local high end guitar shop. Said he could only give me $500 in trade, however, he said the way it played was vastly superior to the $1800 or $2000 guitars I was considering. I believe Harry Chapin played this particular model. Anyway, my son purchased a new Martin recently and acoustically, mine is superior unplugged with the brightness and richness of tone. His sounds terrific when plugged in, but muffled when straight acoustic. Not so with the Yairi. Keep it, love it, play it. Tom

          : : My husband has a Alvarez model DY 78 which he traded for. Would anyone know the value of the year of this guitar? Thank you

          :
          : I bought a brand new Alvarez dy78 in Savannah,ga.
          : in 1980 for approx. $ 760.oo. I’m thinking it is a collectors item. Some of the wood in my instrument includes ebony, mahogany, and what looks like curly maple pick guard. I still own my Yairi and won’t part with it. yours in music, g.g.

          1. Yairi DL-78
            Rob Shenk

            I just purchased a 1978 DL-78 50th anniversary Alvarez. It’s beautiful! I have a few questions though. What types of rosewood and mahogany are used on the back and sides and is it solid wood or laminate? The pick guard is black, but was the original something else? I believe this may have been replaced. Any idea what the original tuners would have been used? Last Q, are there any string size restrictions? I plan to use phosphor bronze medium lights.

      1. Re: Model DY78
        sbjones

        : : My husband has a Alvarez model DY 78 which he traded for. Would anyone know the value of the year of this guitar? Thank you If this is the same DY78 like mine I bought new, I would put it up with a Martin D28.. Same Value.. Mines not for sale,,

    1. Re: K. Yairi Y 150
      yairi_luvr

      : I own a K. Yairi Y 150 Model,sn. 5671, Anne 1974 since the seventies. Bougt it for about DM 800,- as far as I remember. Has a very special headplate, like wood crving(don,t know if wood or plastic), the rest looks like a Y 140 of today. Does anybody know about this model and how much it is worth (is in good condition)?

      I can probably help you out, but would need to see photo’s of it first.

      If you read this and still want info, write to [email protected]

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Christof Eichner
      Christof Eichner

      I own a K. Yairi Y 150 Model,sn. 5671, Anne 1974 since the seventies. Bougt it for about DM 800,- as far as I remember. Has a very special headplate, like wood crving(don,t know if wood or plastic), the rest looks like a Y 140 of today. Does anybody know about this model and how much it is worth (is in good condition)?

    1. Re: 1973 Yairi Model 5080
      Masami_Japanese

      The Alvarez Yairi 5080 model is written on the 1974 Alvarez Catarog.
      It is Country Folk model.
      It has agreat tone sustaining capacity,making it a great country or folk perfomer and best of all.
      Solid spruce top, Jacaranda sides and back. Genuine violin ebony finger board as well as bridge.
      Gold Grover patent heads,

  17. Yair 5009
    John Hinton

    I bought a beautiful autographed Cedar Alvarez Yairi 5009 several months ago. Can anyone tell me anything about this model’s history?
    Thanks,
    John Hinton

    1. Re: 1975 model 5047 alvarez acoustic
      Jimmy

      : i was just wondering if i could find out about an appraisal

      I have a model 5047 alvarez. You will find a lot of folks that seem to know a lot about them . All I can tell you is that there are several variations of this model . Some have mahogany back and sides with laminated tops. Others, maybe to do with the year it was made,have meadowlark rosewood for same, and "solid" spruce tops . Some have truss adjustments from head end , whereas others are adjusted from under soundhole. My model 1982 is the rosewood member with solid top. Now these have been created in the famous Japanese factories that only produce copies by HAND . I wouldn’t sell mine for any price because of the way it plays and sounds. But I will say they sometimes sell for around $200.00 on E-bay .A very good price depending on materials used….hence the year dated. Hope this helped.
      Thx. Jimmy

      1. Re: S. yairi model 880 1976
        Spoon

        I have the same guitar that you have. Any information about it? All I know is that S. Yairi is related to K. Yairi either as a son or a cousin. And that S. Yairi guitars are better then K. Yairi guitars, but K. Yairi’s were more known coz S. Yairi started his own after. If you have any information about how much it cost please contact me.

        http://www.myspace.com/iknowspoon

        1. Re: S. yairi model 880 1976
          yairi_luvr

          : I have the same guitar that you have. Any information about it? All I know is that S. Yairi is related to K. Yairi either as a son or a cousin. And that S. Yairi guitars are better then K. Yairi guitars, but K. Yairi’s were more known coz S. Yairi started his own after. If you have any information about how much it cost please contact me.

          : http://www.myspace.com/iknowspoon

          Hello Spoon,
          Sadao Yairi was Kazuo Yairi’s Uncle. Whether his guitars or Kazuo’s are best, should be left to an individual preference after playing equal models of each luthier.

          Your info is mostly incorrect, Sadao started his company in 1932 after leaving his job at Suzuki Violin. Kazuo didn’t take over his Father’s business until the early 1960’s.

          The 880 is just above mid level of the S. Yairi models. Solid Spruce top, with Rosewood Laminates on the back and sides. Generally (of course depending on condition) go for between $475 and $650 on EBay.
          yl

      1. S. Yairi Concert Guitar 1986 model
        Jim Reilly

        I purchased this guitar back in 1986 when attending Portsmouth College of Art
        I still have it and the original case. It is in mint condition and sounds exactly the same as when I bought it.

        I have no idea of it’s present value.

  18. Kent guitar
    chris

    Hi all, I recently bought a Kent guitar model#530"Vegas" from the local pawn shop with the original case.It looks to me like it spent most of it’s life in that case because there is pretty much no wear.Anyhow I was wondering if anyone could give me an idea as to the year of manufacture.Thanx.

  19. Kent guitar
    chris

    Hi all, I recently bought a Kent guitar model#530"Vegas" from the local pawn shop with the original case.It looks to me like it spent most of it’s life in that case because there is pretty much no wear.Anyhow I was wondering if anyone could give me an idea as to the year of manufacture.Thanx.

    1. Re: DY77
      Jeff (Atlanta)

      : Original owner of a 1976 DY77. Value? Anyone looking for one?
      : Located in Washington State.
      I’m possibly looking for a DY77 Yairi. Each one that I’ve seen is a little different. Please contact me with info. Thanks. Jeff

    1. Re: Alvarez-Yairi FY40
      H.S. Parker

      : I have an Alvarez-Yairi FY40 made in 1977 and was curious as to what the value of it is. It is in great shape. Thanks

      : Jared

      Jared I have an ’81 FY40 I’ve been considering selling
      for a few years. I hardly play it. It’s a nice guitar
      and I love mine, but I’ve been following them on ebay and they seem to bring $200 in bad shape and roughly
      twice that in great shape. Kind of disappointing,
      but it is what it is. You could list it as an auction and
      let it go for what the market will bear. Just a
      suggestion. -Herb

    2. Yairi YW600G on Ebay
      Ronnie Williams

      There is a rare, slotted-head Yairi YW600G for sale on Ebay today. Would love to have it but do not have the funds during this holiday season. The guitar looks to be in excellent condition and is priced well below market value.

      1. Re: Yairi YW600G on Ebay
        BP

        I just picked up a Vintage K. Yairi YW600G – Abalone Inlay – 1973. I am interested in knowing all that there is to know about this guitar.

        Thanks,
        BP

        1. Re: Yairi yw1000
          roy Francoeur

          I purchase a KYairi model #yw 1000 serial #7969. I been searching the web for some information on it but had no luck. I would appriceate any information that I can get. I found all other model except mine. Thank you Roy

          1. Re: Yairi yw1000
            Roy Francoeur

            :
            : I purchase a 1975 KYairi model #yw 1000 serial #7969. I been searching the web for some information on it but had no luck. I would appriceate any information that I can get. I found all other model except mine. Thank you Roy

    1. Re: Sada Yairi 750 , S4459 - 1974
      Wes Hubert

      I have a Sada Yairi 750. I bought it in Thorold, Ontario about 35 years ago. I don’t know much about it but have loved playing it. I was told it was a Japanese company. Did you find out anything about the company, value, history of it?

  20. Original Yairi Value $$$ ???
    Bob C

    Yesterday I brought my Yairi to a repair shop to have its lifted bridge repaired. When the guy saw the condition of my guitar he went nuts!! He said it was flawless condition and wanted to know its history. Story…. In 1969 I worked with a guy in CA who hand made guitars for Segovia"s students for concerts. My wife wanted me to have a "nice sounding" guitar for Christmas (1969) and asked my friend to select a good guitar for me from his collection. Apparently I have a pre Alvarez, hand made, signed and dated (1969), serial # 15, Yairi guitar in pristine condition.

    The repair shop guy tried to look up the value of the guitar but his book only went back to early-mid ’70’s

    Does anyone know where I can find out the value of this guitar?
    TIA
    Bob

  21. alvarez/yairi guitar
    ROBERT BOYCE

    MY SON HAS AN ALVAREZ GUITAR, MODEL#5053, SER.#29130, WITH THE LETTERS SLM ON THE TUNING HEAD. IT IS A VERY NICE GUITAR, PLAYS REAL WELL AND SOUNDS AS GOOD AS MY MARTIN D 28, I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFO AS TO WORTH AND WHATEVER.

    1. Re: alvarez/yairi guitar
      Ben

      : MY SON HAS AN ALVAREZ GUITAR, MODEL#5053, SER.#29130, WITH THE LETTERS SLM ON THE TUNING HEAD. IT IS A VERY NICE GUITAR, PLAYS REAL WELL AND SOUNDS AS GOOD AS MY MARTIN D 28, I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY INFO AS TO WORTH AND WHATEVER.

      S L M is st. louis music co.

  22. Classical Guitar Value?
    Phil Hardcastle

    I bought the following at at a yard sale as was wondering what’s it worth. I paid $75 for it.

    Alvarez by K. Yairi
    s/n 15363
    model cy135
    made in Japan
    Ann – 1976
    12-10/76.

    Any help on how much the guitar is worth is greatly appreciated. Thank Phil

    1. Re: alvarez yairi 5053
      sheila

      : still looking for info on this guitar

      i know that it is a copy of the martin d-45. i have a friend that has one also,we dont know too much about it but someone was selling one for 950 and it could sell for 1500.

    1. Re: Yairi DY74C
      Daniel Wood

      : I have a dy74c 1990. Does anybody know what this model is worth.?
      I have the original , yes the original, DY-74C. I had a Dy-74 standard for 2 years and had the main rep from St Louis Music (Dan or Don McGuire) order me the guitar with the cutaway drawn by me on graph paper! The only difference between mine and the rest was the heel on mine was dove-tailed, as opposed to flat. I have seen 1 other like it, tho. The value is intrinsic, since the playing of it is the key; but the monetary value can be as low as 600 – or as high as 2700.00 depending on condition and history.
      My DY-74C is cerified built by k Yairi, himself, was evealuated at Gruen Music in Nashville at 2500.00 – 2 years ago. Good luck!

      1. Re: Yairi DY74C
        jamie

        hi i bought a used k yairi dy 74c in the early 90’s it was used and i believe it was made in 91 . i paid 650 can $ for it and it is worth every penny. i think when they were new they were in the 1500 dollar range but i wouldnt swear to it. these are very very rare and hard to get.

      2. Re: Yairi DY74C
        Eamonn Murtagh

        : : I have a dy74c 1990. Does anybody know what this model is worth.?
        : I have the original , yes the original, DY-74C. I had a Dy-74 standard for 2 years and had the main rep from St Louis Music (Dan or Don McGuire) order me the guitar with the cutaway drawn by me on graph paper! The only difference between mine and the rest was the heel on mine was dove-tailed, as opposed to flat. I have seen 1 other like it, tho. The value is intrinsic, since the playing of it is the key; but the monetary value can be as low as 600 – or as high as 2700.00 depending on condition and history.
        : My DY-74C is cerified built by k Yairi, himself, was evealuated at Gruen Music in Nashville at 2500.00 – 2 years ago. Good luck!

        1. Re: Yairi DY74C
          Eamonn Murtagh

          : : : I have a dy74c 1990. Does anybody know what this model is worth.?
          : : I have the original , yes the original, DY-74C. I had a Dy-74 standard for 2 years and had the main rep from St Louis Music (Dan or Don McGuire) order me the guitar with the cutaway drawn by me on graph paper! The only difference between mine and the rest was the heel on mine was dove-tailed, as opposed to flat. I have seen 1 other like it, tho. The value is intrinsic, since the playing of it is the key; but the monetary value can be as low as 600 – or as high as 2700.00 depending on condition and history.
          : : My DY-74C is cerified built by k Yairi, himself, was evealuated at Gruen Music in Nashville at 2500.00 – 2 years ago. Good luck!

          Daniel
          Thanks for the reply. My 74c is also signed by k yairi on the label. It is Rosewood with spruce top. It has no electronics. What guage strings do you use. Thanks

          1. Re: Yairi DY74C
            S BEAL

            : : : : I have a dy74c 1990. Does anybody know what this model is worth.?
            : : : I have the original , yes the original, DY-74C. I had a Dy-74 standard for 2 years and had the main rep from St Louis Music (Dan or Don McGuire) order me the guitar with the cutaway drawn by me on graph paper! The only difference between mine and the rest was the heel on mine was dove-tailed, as opposed to flat. I have seen 1 other like it, tho. The value is intrinsic, since the playing of it is the key; but the monetary value can be as low as 600 – or as high as 2700.00 depending on condition and history.
            : : : My DY-74C is cerified built by k Yairi, himself, was evealuated at Gruen Music in Nashville at 2500.00 – 2 years ago. Good luck!

            : Daniel
            : Thanks for the reply. My 74c is also signed by k yairi on the label. It is Rosewood with spruce top. It has no electronics. What guage strings do you use. Thanks

            I dont know how you could have the original dy74c yari that is a 1990. I have one that was made in 1986. S. Beal

            1. Re: Yairi DY74C
              daniel wood

              : : : : : I have a dy74c 1990. Does anybody know what this model is worth.?
              : : : : I have the original , yes the original, DY-74C. I had a Dy-74 standard for 2 years and had the main rep from St Louis Music (Dan or Don McGuire) order me the guitar with the cutaway drawn by me on graph paper! The only difference between mine and the rest was the heel on mine was dove-tailed, as opposed to flat. I have seen 1 other like it, tho. The value is intrinsic, since the playing of it is the key; but the monetary value can be as low as 600 – or as high as 2700.00 depending on condition and history.
              : : : : My DY-74C is cerified built by k Yairi, himself, was evealuated at Gruen Music in Nashville at 2500.00 – 2 years ago. Good luck!

              : : Daniel
              : : Thanks for the reply. My 74c is also signed by k yairi on the label. It is Rosewood with spruce top. It has no electronics. What guage strings do you use. Thanks

              : I dont know how you could have the original dy74c yari that is a 1990. I have one that was made in 1986. S. Beal

              jeesh -Read the original post – He said HE bought his in 1990 – I had mine made in 1977 by K Yairi himself

              1. Alvarez Yairi dy-74c
                desertskymc

                Hi I came across this thread , i also have an Alvarez Yairi dy-74c, i have the certificaton signed by Kazou Yairi, it was built in 1986. Thats a a huge swing in the value assesment, the instrument plays well, and has electronics. is there anyway of getting a ball park value? i wish to sell it on Ebay

      1. Worth of the DY74C
        Rick

        Love my signed DY74C, a gife from my ex wife, the second bast thing she ever did for me, next to giving me a wonderful daughter.
        She claimed to have paid over 800.00 for it in 1995

      2. Alvarez Yairi dy-74c 1981
        Art Ferrier

        I have a 1981 dy-74c, signed label, hard case and all, that I bought used in a music store 3 years ago for $250. At 62 yrs old I wanted to learn guitar and was looking for something decent for under $300. It’s in excellent condition and plays like a dream, no electronics. I don’t believe they understood what it was. I’ve seen a 1984 online for $4500, and I’ve been offered up to $1000 sight unseen. Are these guitars really rare? If I ever decided to sell it, like if my fingers fell off, how would I go about it?

      3. DY74C What is it Worth
        Bobill

        I bought this guitar years ago the sound was so clean. It also has the best action I have ever seen on an acoustic. Over the years this guitar has become almost as much of a companion as my wife. I consider them both lifelong partners. When I purchased it back in the day it was on sale for $750.00 no case. I have had $2,000.00 cash laid in front of me a couple times, but just like my wife’s voice I would miss that sound. I would think $2,000.00 to $2,500.00 would be fair. I have never seen another DY74C so I am not sure if the quality is comparable, but I have sat around many festival fires with Martins, Taylors, Gibsons, and Guilds and my Yairi has always held its own and impressed others. Over the years the spruce top has goldened, the tone has gotten warmer, and there is a ding here and there. Some things are priceless.

      4. Yairi DY74c
        Rick

        I have a 1991 model, signed by K Yairi. I found it in 1993 at a small music store that I had never been in on the opposite side of my town. It was still new but without a case as it had been on display and they had lost the case. The moment I picked it up I knew I had found a jewel. It wasn’t priced, so I asked the salesman and he answered with “make me an offer”. I said $300 figuring I was being funny, guitars with that kind of sound were generally about 2k or higher in ’93… but he said OK! I threw down my credit card and practically ran out of the store with my prize before his boss could kill the deal. Through the years the tone has only improved and I now am quite a snob 😉 about it’s beautiful sound and great action. It plays as easily as any Taylor but the tone is miles ahead. I am so happy I wandered into that music store to kill some time before meeting a friend for lunch! I have no idea what it’s worth today but I don’t really care, I’ll never sell it. I have played many of the newer designs from every major guitar company and I haven’t found anything that matches my Yairi. Yes, I know better guitars exist but not for $300!

  23. AR-352
    Brent Moore

    Hi
    I own a K Yairi model 352 and was curious what it was worth. The unit is 99.9% flawless. The year of manufacture of 1983. It has K.Yairi signature on the top. I’m not looking to get rid of it just curious what it might be worth some 22 years later??

    1. Re: AR-352
      Philip Mailhot

      : Hi
      : I own a K Yairi model 352 and was curious what it was worth. The unit is 99.9% flawless. The year of manufacture of 1983. It has K.Yairi signature on the top. I’m not looking to get rid of it just curious what it might be worth some 22 years later??

      That’s what I’m trying to find out also. Mine is a 1983 K Yairi AR-353. Any leads?

    1. Re: Alvarez mod. 5060 by Kazuo Yairi
      Masami_Japanese

      By reading the number stamped on the heel block,
      You can understand which year it was made.
      The first two numbers correspond to the year of the Emperor of Japan at that time.
      The second two numbers refer to the month of production.

      If the first two numbers are 47, your 5060 was made at 1972.
      And if 48, it was made at 1973.

      1. Re: Alvarez mod. 5060 by Kazuo Yairi
        Mark Francel

        I’ve had my Yairi 5060 since 1975 although I did not buy it new. On the heel block is a stamp in the wood ‘Alvarez K. Yairi’ but no numbers. There is a business card sized label glued to the inside back that you can see through the sound hole that has a line for the model number: 5060 and serial#: 3225 and the numbers 13-6-73 typed off to the side on the card, which I assumed was the date made. From what is said below the serial number for a 1973 should start with a 48. Anyone with knowledge of these things that could let me know would be appreciated! THANKS! Mark

        : By reading the number stamped on the heel block,
        : You can understand which year it was made.
        : The first two numbers correspond to the year of the Emperor of Japan at that time.
        : The second two numbers refer to the month of production.

        : If the first two numbers are 47, your 5060 was made at 1972.
        : And if 48, it was made at 1973.

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Alan Arnold
      Alan Arnold

      I have a Alvarez model 5060, by kazuo Yairi, serial number 4140, it
      is stamped 13-9-73, guessing it is the 13th day of september 1973.
      but it conflicts with one persons Alvarez that the serial number is in the 4700’s, they say their’s is a 1972. can anyone verify the year of mine?

      1. Alvarez Yairi Model 5060 Information
        Tim Oleson

        I have an Alvarez Yairi model 5060.
        I bought it new from St Louis Music and I still have the original brochure and inspection card.
        All of the information have verifies, in my opinion, what has been said in this thread.

        The number stamped on the heel block of my guitar is 48473.
        The serial number is 3648.
        The inspection card said it was inspected on 13-8-73.

        When I decided to find an acoustic with a built in pickup/electronics I realized what a wonderful guitar tone it had.
        I finally found a Martin dc-16gte that competes with it.

        PS: it is not for sale. I just wanted to validate this threads information.

      2. Alvarez by Kazuo Yairi 5060
        Anonymous

        Hi, I have a model 5060 that has the number 11468 on the heel block. It is stamped on the label 1971. It has the treated inside surfaces of the Rosewood that I have read about at one time or another. Does anyone have any knowledge of this numbering sequence? Mike

  24. I am buying a new DY84C, I’ve been buying it for 4 and a half months now. St Louis has a bunch on backorder. I can’t wait. It’s spruce and indian rosewood and as the number implies, it’s a cutaway electric. I was a little nervous to buy sight unseen, so my dealer(Buzzo Music – Geneseo NY) didn’t take a deposit.
    Any other DY84C’s out there? I understand that laminated rosewood sounds better than solid with electrics. Is this true or is that just marketing

  25. I have a DY-73 Alverez Yari manufactured in 1985. The guitar is in perfect condition. It was given to me years ago by a relative. I am not interested in selling but was curious as to its approximate value.

    1. Re: DY-73
      Carl KLein

      I also have one in perfect condition, made in 1985. Check ebay. That is the only time i’ve seen one for sale. I don’t think they made very many of them.

      : I have a DY-73 Alverez Yari manufactured in 1985. The guitar is in perfect condition. It was given to me years ago by a relative. I am not interested in selling but was curious as to its approximate value.

    1. Re: Yairi.CY130
      Michael

      I have a ’76 CY130. The back and sides are laminated Brazilian rosewood. Top is solid cedar. The "carved" headstock is actually a molded resin plate that’s bonded to the headstock and finished to look like wood, but so what? It looks cool. I bought mine used in 1981 for $375. Great guitar for a working musician. I’ve put a lot of beans on the table and paid a lot of bills playing mine. I think they sold new for around $700. I’ve seen Dream Guitars sell mint CY130s for around $900 recently.

    2. Re: This popular thread has been given its own page :... Jim v.
      Jim v.

      I have a signed "K. Yairi" classical model number CY130, serial no. 28497, anne (year) 1978. Does anyone know anything about this piece, e.g. materials, current value, etc.? Apparently the CY130 was discontinued at some poin; was it replaced with the CY140? Thanks for any info.

      1. Dating Yairi Classicals
        DICK

        I have 2 Yairis: a CY 128CE and a CY140. I am told by U.S. distributor, St Louis Music Co., that serial #’s repeat and do not indicate age or date of birth. Under the neck are numbers that could be dates, e.g., “04 05 005” which may indicate a date. Can anyone confirm or comment? My CY140 is a beautiful Brazillian. Any idea how many of these were made and value?

  26. Yairi types. Help Help
    Arnold May

    I have had several alvarez’s, and would like to move up to a Yairi.
    What is comparabale to a D-28, a D45 Martin. I see lots of reviews, but not sure if they know their stuff. Would be interested in DY 90 or DY96 maybe. What is the quality rating of the Yairi, can you tell anything by the number. Where can I go for more complete Yairi info?

    Thanks, Arnold

  27. K. Yairi AR 350 acoustic guitar info please
    Jett

    I own a 1983 K. Yairi AR 350 serial number 26386
    Any information as to estimated value of this guitar and history would
    be greatly appreciated

    Regards, Jett

    1. Re: K. Yairi AR 350 acoustic guitar info please
      Lorraine

      : I own a 1983 K. Yairi AR 350 serial number 26386
      : Any information as to estimated value of this guitar and history would
      : be greatly appreciated

      : Regards, Jett

      Hi Jett, I own a 1983 K. Yairi ar350 also. I am wondering if you have received any info on it. I would be very interested also on any information of this beautiful guitar. My husband bought it for me several years ago. Thanks Lorraine

      1. Re: K. Yairi AR 350 acoustic guitar info please
        Jett

        Hi Lorraine,

        Sorry, but no responses thus far. Sure would be nice to know something more. My guitar was opurchased in Vancouver, Canada.

        Cheers, Jett

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