Up for sale is a vintage Japanese-made Jumbo 12-string acoustic, built during the golden era of Japanese guitar production. Jumbo guitars are well regarded for their build quality and for taking clear inspiration from classic Martin designs, and this one is no exception.
This is a full-size dreadnought 12-string with a spruce top that has aged into a warm, honeyed amber. The back and sides appear to be rosewood (likely laminated, as was typical for the era), and the guitar has a great, honest vintage look without being overdone or flashy.
The slotted headstock, open-gear tuners, and script Jumbo logo are all period-correct and give the guitar a very traditional 12-string feel. Internally, the guitar is stamped “Manufactured by Jumbo Musical…”, which confirms its Japanese origin and authenticity.
Tone-wise, this guitar delivers what you want from a vintage 12-string: big, shimmering chords with strong fundamentals, plenty of chime, and a full, balanced sound that works equally well for strumming or fingerstyle. It’s lively without being brittle and has more depth than many lower-end 12-strings from the same era.
Just cleaned, restrung and ready to play with comfortable action!
The gig bag is good for shipping transit but is on the small side so the case doesn’t totally fit the guitar.
Case: Soft
Scale Length: 25.5“
Nut Width: 1.92“
Fret Wear: 9/10
Action at 12F (6th): 6/64“
Action at 12F (1st): 4/64“
Weight: 4lbs 10oz
Overall Condition: 9/10
Sound Factor: 11 out of 10
USA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for more rare Japanese Guitars and other unique gear! I use recycled packaging for reduced environmental impact and ship all items 100% insured against loss or damage.
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Up for sale is a vintage Japanese-made Jumbo 12-string acoustic, built during the golden era of Japanese guitar production. Jumbo guitars are well regarded for their build quality and for taking clear inspiration from classic Martin designs, and this one is no exception.
This is a full-size dreadnought 12-string with a spruce top that has aged into a warm, honeyed amber. The back and sides appear to be rosewood (likely laminated, as was typical for the era), and the guitar has a great, honest vintage look without being overdone or flashy.
The slotted headstock, open-gear tuners, and script Jumbo logo are all period-correct and give the guitar a very traditional 12-string feel. Internally, the guitar is stamped “Manufactured by Jumbo Musical…”, which confirms its Japanese origin and authenticity.
Tone-wise, this guitar delivers what you want from a vintage 12-string: big, shimmering chords with strong fundamentals, plenty of chime, and a full, balanced sound that works equally well for strumming or fingerstyle. It’s lively without being brittle and has more depth than many lower-end 12-strings from the same era.
Just cleaned, restrung and ready to play with comfortable action!
The gig bag is good for shipping transit but is on the small side so the case doesn’t totally fit the guitar.
Case: Soft
Scale Length: 25.5“
Nut Width: 1.92“
Fret Wear: 9/10
Action at 12F (6th): 6/64“
Action at 12F (1st): 4/64“
Weight: 4lbs 10oz
Overall Condition: 9/10
Sound Factor: 11 out of 10
USA Seller, check my feedback to see how I value my customers and see my other listings for more rare Japanese Guitars and other unique gear! I use recycled packaging for reduced environmental impact and ship all items 100% insured against loss or damage.
Internal Use (Bin) - PA-14
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