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Description

The Alvarez Yairi JY84-12 is a masterfully crafted 12-string acoustic guitar that embodies the legacy of Japanese luthiery while catering to the needs of discerning musicians. Known for its exceptional tonal quality and playability, this guitar combines traditional craftsmanship with modern enhancements. Built by skilled artisans at the renowned Yairi factory, each instrument is meticulously constructed to deliver a rich and resonant sound.

The JY84-12 features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with East Indian rosewood back and sides, providing a balanced tonal palette with pronounced clarity. The hand-scalloped bracing ensures that the guitar resonates with warmth and depth, while the mahogany neck offers a comfortable playing experience, perfect for intricate fingerstyle and robust strumming alike. The rosewood fingerboard is smooth and responsive, enhancing playability across its full range.

Attention to detail is evident in the exquisite craftsmanship, from the abalone inlays to the high-quality tuning machines that ensure stable tuning even during extended performances. The natural finish allows the beauty of the wood grain to shine through, making each guitar unique. Whether you're strumming chords or picking intricate melodies, the Alvarez Yairi JY84-12 delivers a dynamic and immersive sound experience.

Key Features:

  • Solid Sitka spruce top
  • East Indian rosewood back and sides
  • Hand-scalloped bracing
  • Mahogany neck
  • Rosewood fingerboard
  • High-quality tuning machines
  • Natural finish with abalone inlays
Peter Glavanov

Peter Glavanov

Alvarez Yairi 12 string guitar

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Alvarez Yairi 12 string guitar

Peter Glavanov

Peter Glavanov

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New JY-84, JY84-C, and JY84-12 Jumbos from Alvarez-Yairi - Uncategorized - Harmony Central

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Alvarez Yairi JY84-12

12 string guitar handmade of Kazuo Yairi in Japan.Fantastic instrument!

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See how Nancy Wilson uses Alvarez Yairi JY84-12

Nancy Wilson

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Heart

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Color/Finish: Natural Year: 2000s

Listed on Wilson's Reverb.com shop in 2022.

This Alvarez JY8412 12 String is Owned by Nancy Wilson of Heart

Serial: 68558 There are a few small scuffs and scratches here and there but overall this guitar is pretty dang clean. The lacquer where the strings enter the body is chipping from the tension (small little chips immediately in line with the string holes that are hard to see unless you look close). Our guess is that this is likely common with these guitars. There are also some small dents on the top behind the bridge pins. This guitar is in really great shape cosmetically, and aside from just needing a fresh set of strings, it feels and plays very nice. The electronics function as intended.

Nut Width: 1-53/64"

Neck Thickness 1st Fret: .807"

Neck Thickness 10th Fret: .902"

Scale Length: 25"

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