ELECTRICIZED

Yamaha SG-5

1966-1971
Mahogany, Rosewood

Yamaha started its official line of solidbody electrics in 1966. Of these early models, the most recognizable is probably the Flying Samurai series.

The Flying Samurais were designed by Japanese surf rock legend and Mosrite fan Takeshi Terauchi. Zero fret, reverse asymatrical body shape, this love is all over the flying samurais.

The SG-5 was released in 1966 and the SG-5A the year after. Yamaha had the habit of adding the letter “A” to the name of improved models. Hear it

Yamaha SLG-100

2000s-Present
Maple, Mahogany, Rosewood

Yamaha came up with a new line of guitar called Silent Guitars in the early 2000s. Basically electro-acoustics with a headphone jack, the SLG are available with nylon strings (SLG-100N) or steel strings (SLG-100S). Yamaha also included a set of FX controls: Two reverbs, a chorus and a delay. The Silent Guitar has been designed with travelling guitarists in mind, as the frame can be dismantled easily. Hear it

This 2009 Yamaha SG2000 Special Vintage White is a 50 piece limited edition reissue of a legendary guitar. In 1976, Yamaha dramatically boosted its worldwide reputation with the release of the SG2000. Originally conceived under the council of Carlos Santana, the SG2000 was appreciated for its quality, especially at a time were Gibson and Fender were not at their best.  

This circa 68 Yamaha SG-3C proves that Yamaha started doing its own thing early.