Yamaha SGV-800 “Flying Banana” 1969

Yamaha SGV-800 “Flying Banana” 1969

Excellent Condition

$1,699.00

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Yamaha SGV-800 “Flying Banana”

Approx. time of manufacture: 1969

Country of Manufacture: Japan

Finish: Red (professionally refinished)

Case: Comes with non-original case

Modifications: Refinished professionally in red.

Operational Condition: Fully-Functional. Tuners, truss rod, electronics all work great Frets are in very good shape and it plays great with a fresh setup from our in-house tech

Cosmetic Condition: Excellent with some very light marks/play wear some spots

Description: Man.. guitar manufacturers (especially the Japanese) used to take some CHANCES back in the 60s with their guitar design and perhaps chief among them is the SGV-800 “Flying Banana”. On top of them being one of the coolest guitar designs ever, they’re also comfortable to play and they’re…. vintage Yamahas which is another way of saying they are excellent instruments. This one is no exception and with a fresh setup from our tech it is ready to serve you faithfully and we can guarantee you’ll be the only kid on your block with a vintage Flying Banana