Yamaha: Informations

Founded in 1887.
1946: Classical guitars
1966: Electrics
1980s: Most of the production shifted to Taiwan (Yamaha Taiwanese plant), but some instruments still produced in Japan.
1990s: Some Korean production.

Please also check http://www.music-trade.co.jp/yamahahistory.html


Yamaha: Informations on Serial Numbers, dating infos, etc.

The 'manufactured date' and, therefore, the age of a Yamaha Guitar or Bass can be determined by the Serial Number of the instrument. The serial number itself is derived from the date and unit number when the instrument is made. Although not ALL serial numbers are created using this simple ''formula'', most are.
(source: Yamaha website)


Yamaha: Links


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