Here for sale we have a Greco RG-800B semi-hollow electric guitar in Black finish. Made in Japan in 1977, this guitar features a set-neck construction comprising a semi-hollow Maple body, Maple neck and 21 fret Rosewood fingerboard. Chrome hardware is fitted including a ‘G’ tailpiece, 6-saddle bridge and Greco sealed tuning machines. The pickups installed are a pair of Greco RIC Style single-coils which are wired to a 3-way toggle switch, independent volume and tone controls and a blend knob for balancing the sound in the middle position.
The guitar is refreshing to play, its wide body feeling reassuring to hold onto while the double cutaway provides easy access to the entire fretboard, right up to the 21st fret. The frets on this guitar feel like vintage-style ones, which pair well with the 14" fingerboard radius for great feeling chordal work and practicality for lead lines and bends, whilst the Rosewood fingerboard feels great under the fingers. The neck profile might be described as a chunky ‘D’ shape, and is substantial in the hand without being cumbersome, providing a smooth and responsive playing experience across the register.
Unplugged, the RG-800B has a bright, clear and resonant sound thanks to its semi-hollow Maple construction. This can be clearly heard when amplified, with an open and airy tone which is unique whilst remaining practical for a wide range of genres and playing styles. The single coil pickups provide all of the jangle that you would expect sounding clear with plenty of chime while still feeling full bodied and handling a surprising amount of gain. The RG-800B responds well to overdrive, feeling quite lively yet stable, due to its centre block. This guitar would be great for someone looking for a classic sound with a genuine vintage vibe due to its 56 year age.
Please be aware that for international buyers import fees are not included in our postage and packaging cost, this only covers the cost of the guitar being sent to you. Import fees will be charged by Customs upon the guitar's arrival in the recipient country. Due to Brexit, this also applies to EU buyers. We advise checking the total import cost with Customs as this is not information we are able to accurately provide.
Greco RG-800B FujiGen Black 1977 Japan Electric Guitar
Brand- Greco
Model- RG-800B
Finish- Black
Year- 1977
Made In- Japan
Body- Maple
Neck- Maple
Neck Profile- 'D' Profile
Fingerboard- Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius- 14"
Frets- 21
Scale Legnth- 24.75"
Nut Width- 1.68"
Pickups- 2x Greco RIC Style single-coil pickups
Controls- 3-Way pickup Selector, 2x Volume, 2x Tone, Blend
Our ID: 1210126173960
Weight: 7.9lbs
Serial: F777901
Aesthetic Condition:
Headstock: Overall very good condition, the front face demonstrates consistent light scratching visible only under direct lighting at certain angles. Light indentation and scuffing is apparent to the edges of the headstock, most consistent on the top edges.
Neck: Overall excellent condition, some slight discoloration is apparent to the binding consistent with the finish used. The fingerboard demonstrates very light scratching difficult to discern against the natural grain.
Body: Overall very good condition, all aspects of the body demonstrate consistent light scratching and indentation visible only under direct lighting at certain angles. This is most consistent in two places - on the front face between the pickguard and the treble side edge, and the rear face consistent with buckle rash.
Condition of Frets:
The frets demonstrate light signs of use with some flattening of the crowns throughout the register. There is considerable room remaining for future fret work.
Current Set Up:
Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (5mm hex) not included.
Hardware: Fully functional with light signs of use, most notably oxidation of the bridge adjustments. `
Structural: No concerns or issues to note.
Height of the string from the 12th Fret-1.5mm - Bass 2mm
Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.
Strings on Guitar - 10-46
Electrics:
Fully functional.
Case & Accessories
Rectangular hard case
The case demonstrates moderate signs of use.