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Here for sale we have a Kiso Suzuki J200 Jumbo electro-acoustic guitar in Gloss Natural finish. Built in the heyday of ‘Lawsuit Era’ guitars where Japanese manufacturers were copying well known companies. This example was made in Japan circa.1970’s, and features an all-solid construction comprising a Spruce top, Maple back and sides, Maple neck and 20 fret Rosewood fingerboard with matching bridge, along with a set of closed gear chrome tuning machines and an adjustable saddle.
The Maple neck plays very well, with the Soft ‘V’ profile feeling somewhat like a 'D' shape thanks to slightly broader shoulders than is typical for a 'C' shape. This provides a smooth and responsive playing experience across the register whilst facilitating easy reach in any fingerboard position. The Rosewood of the fretboard is pleasant under the fingers, and with its traditional 16" radius is practical for a wide range of playing styles and techniques. The Crown inlays are a nice touch, which along with the purfling, Tortoise Shell pickguard and handsome bridge inlays add a sense of luxury to the playing experience which is very inspiring in the hands.
The acoustic voice of the J200 is rich and well balanced. The Jumbo body shape is generally thought of as a loud strummer, with a strong bass response thanks to its large stature. There is ample low end for powerful sounding chords, as well as a broad and clear mid range and snappy bright top end thanks to the Maple back and sides. The Spruce top projects very well, delivering a dynamically balanced tone.
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.
Kiso Suzuki J200 Jumbo Japan Circa. 1970’s Acoustic Guitar
Brand- Kiso Suzuki
Model- J200
Finish- Gloss Natural
Year- Circa. 1970s
Made In- Japan
Top- Spruce
Body- Maple
Neck- Maple
Neck Profile- Soft 'V'
Fingerboard- Rosewood
Fingerboard Radius- 16"
Frets- 20
Scale Legnth- 25.5"
Nut Width- 1.686"
Our ID: 131032589971
Weight: 5.05lbs
Serial: 10716
Aesthetic Condition:
Headstock: Overall very good condition. Very light indentations are present to the top edges, these can be seen under close scrutiny and do not break the finish. Light scratching is present to the front face of the headstock, these can only be seen under direct light and is common with high gloss finishes.
Neck: Overall very good condition. A light indentation is present to the rear of the neck behind the nut, this has pierced the finish and can be felt under the fingers. A mild indentation is present to the rear of thee neck behind the 3rd fret, this has pierced the finish and can be felt in the playing position. A light chip to the fingerboard is present at the 4th fret, this has light material missing and can not be felt in the playing position.
Body: Overall very good condition. Light indentations are present to thee body with the most apparent being to the bass side lower bout edge where the indentations has lightly peirced the finish. All aspects of the body display light scratching which can be seen under direct light, as is common with high gloss finishes.
Condition of Frets:
The frets demonstrate moderate signs of use, not affecting playability. Light denting is present to the early register whilst flattening can be seen throughout the register. There is light material remaining for any fret work the new owner may wish to perform.
Current Set Up:
Truss Rod: Fully functional. Truss rod tool (5mm hex) not included.
Hardware: Overall good condition. A light crack is present to the top of the bring which goes from the low E string to the high E string, this has been tested and present no structural concerns nor does it affect the instruments play ability. All other aspects of the hardware display light signs of past use.
Structural: No concerns or issues to note.
Height of the string from the 12th Fret-2mm - Bass 2.5mm
Please be aware that the action on a guitar may move slightly in transit and this measurement is the current height.
Strings on Guitar - 11-52
There is light material remaining in the saddle for future adjustments.
Electrics: N/A
Case & Accessories
No case is provided with this guitar.