Yamaha FG-251B MIJ Dreadnought – Solid Spruce Top / Rosewood – Player Grade
The Yamaha FG-251B is a well-respected model from Yamaha’s late-1970s Japanese production era, offering a noticeable step up from entry-level FG models in both materials and tone.
This guitar features a solid spruce top with rosewood back and sides, producing strong projection, a warm low end, and clear, articulate highs. Like many vintage Yamahas, it has developed a mature, open voice over decades of natural aging.
This example is best described as player-grade and would make an excellent choice for someone seeking vintage Japanese tone over collector-level cosmetics.
🔧 Condition Notes (Important – Please Read)
- Action is on the high side, particularly up the neck. It is playable as-is but may benefit from future adjustment depending on player preference.
- The back-to-side seam near the neck heel was previously glued and clamped. The repair is stable, but the wood is not perfectly flush, and the cosmetic irregularity is visible (see photos).
- Light cosmetic wear throughout, including surface marks consistent with age.
- No cracks observed in the top or sides.
- Neck is straight and the guitar holds tune properly.
The guitar has been inspected and is structurally sound, but it is not a collector-grade example.
Specs
- Model: FG-251B
- Body Style: Dreadnought
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back & Sides: Rosewood Laminated
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard & Bridge: Rosewood
- Made in Japan
Case: N/A
Scale Length: 25“
Nut Width: 1.73“
Fret Wear: 9/10
Action at 12F (6th): 8/64“
Action at 12F (1st): 6/64“
Weight: 4lbs 9oz
Overall Condition: 7/10
Sound Factor: 11 out of 10
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