{"product_id":"1982-takamine-no-30-handcrafted-classical-guitar-mij-w-hard-case","title":"1982 Takamine No. 30 Handcrafted Classical Guitar MIJ w\/ Hard Case","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA beautifully preserved 1982 Takamine No. 30 classical guitar, handcrafted in Japan and part of Takamine's vintage Japanese classical-guitar production.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original interior label clearly identifies this guitar as a Takamine No. 30 and dates it to 1982, with the wording “Handcrafted by Takamine Japan.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeriod No. 30 examples from this exact era are documented with a solid cedar top, Indian rosewood double-plate back and sides, mahogany neck, 650mm scale length and approximately 51.5mm nut width. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid cedar top\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndian rosewood double-plate back and sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMahogany neck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark fingerboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e650mm classical scale length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 51.5mm nut width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional slotted classical headstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative gold-tone classical tuners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBone-style nut and saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnate traditional rosette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural gloss finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard case included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe “double-plate” rosewood construction is worth noting. These No.30s are generally documented as using two-layer Indian rosewood back and sides rather than conventional inexpensive multi-ply laminate construction. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis guitar has just been cleaned, restrung and set up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall condition is Excellent, particularly impressive for an instrument over 40 years old. There are only light signs of normal use. The main cosmetic item to mention is some slight finish clouding\/haze visible on portions of the back. It is cosmetic and can be seen in the photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe frets show virtually no wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cedar top is especially clean, and the rosewood back and sides show attractive straight grain with decorative center-strip detailing. The original rosette, bridge, tuners and general presentation give the guitar a much more refined appearance than many entry-level Japanese classical guitars from this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hard case is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor someone specifically interested in vintage Japanese classical guitars, the No.30 is a particularly appealing model: traditional construction, quality materials, a clearly dated handcrafted Japanese build, and a 650mm full-size classical platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase: Hard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScale Length: 650mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNut Width: 52.2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFret Wear: 10\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 12F (6th): 2.75mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction at 12F (1st): 1.75mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1442lbs oz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall Condition: 9\/10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSound Factor: 11 out of 10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSA 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInternal Use (Bin) - PA-8-2\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takamine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54336454820204,"sku":"UNI-3064129","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/DSC03033.jpg?v=1788975164","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/1982-takamine-no-30-handcrafted-classical-guitar-mij-w-hard-case","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}