{"product_id":"1975-yamaha-custom-l-52-jumbo-vintage-acoustic-guitar-collector-grade-w-case-bob-dylan-budokan","title":"1975 Yamaha Custom L-52 Jumbo Vintage Acoustic Guitar Collector-Grade w\/ Case, Bob Dylan Budokan","description":"Up for sale, a 1975 Yamaha Custom L-52 jumbo acoustic guitar in collector-grade condition, complete with the original hardshell case. Known as the “Budokan guitar”, the L-52 rose to fame after Bob Dylan used it to kick off his legendary 1978 tour with eight shows at the Budokan. A top-of-the-line, hand-made acoustic model, the L-52 is one of the “Four Heavenly Kings” luxury models conceived and overseen by Terry Nakamoto, available only as a special order. Unsurprisingly, they are exceedingly rare today. Beyond Dylan, other famous fans of the L-52 include Paul Simon, Jimmy Page, John Lennon, and more.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWeighing 5lbs 12oz, tonewoods include a spruce top, maple back and sides, and a maple neck with a bound rosewood fingerboard. The saddle is an unusual design in that the saddles are individually adjustable for intonation, as used by Gibson on the J-200 in the early 60s. Taking cues from other jumbo acoustics, the L-52’s 17” lower bout and over 4 1\/2” of body depth deliver a balanced, full sound, with power and presence spread evenly across the strings. This Custom L-52 benefits from a professional setup here at Mike \u0026amp; Mike’s Guitar Bar, with fresh 12-53 strings and easy-playing action.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nNeck Specs:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n-Wood: Maple\u003cbr\u003e\n-Shape: Medium C, measuring .860” at 1st fret, .940” at 9th fret\u003cbr\u003e\n-Fretboard: Ebony, mother of pearl inlays\u003cbr\u003e\n-Frets: Medium jumbo, no wear\u003cbr\u003e\n-Scale Length: 25 9\/16”\u003cbr\u003e\n-Nut width: 1 ¾”, 44.45mm\u003cbr\u003e\n-Tuners: Yamaha-branded\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBody Specs:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n-Wood: Spruce, maple\u003cbr\u003e\n-Bracing: X\u003cbr\u003e\n-Bridge:  Ebony, pearl inlays\u003cbr\u003e\n-Marquetry: Pearl-inlaid bridge, black-and-white rosette\u003cbr\u003e\n-Plastics: One-ply white pickguards (factory film still intact)\u003cbr\u003e\n-Label: Handwritten label inside body (serial, year of production, model)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIncredibly clean and crack-free, this particular L-52 is notable for its extremely well-preserved binding, which is particularly bright and white without the yellowing and deterioration common with other L-52 examples. The gloss Black finish has a small area of light buckle worming at the waist, some light finish scratches in the clear coat and a few minor marks. The original protective plastic film is intact on both pickguards. The gloss finish on the neck profile is smooth and clean, save for a few small marks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe original premium brown Yamaha-branded hardshell case is included, along with an alternate (traditional) bridge saddle insert and the stock “Custom” truss rod cover.","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49711582445824,"sku":"0189","price":12999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/4437\/4714\/files\/medium_4b4deb0c-6931-48de-8da5-d2206dcecffd.jpg?v=1788895085","url":"https:\/\/mmguitarbar.com\/products\/1975-yamaha-custom-l-52-jumbo-vintage-acoustic-guitar-collector-grade-w-case-bob-dylan-budokan","provider":"Mike \u0026 Mike's Guitar Bar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}