Rare! 1980 Greco Super Real SA-1200 Natural w/birdseye w/Dry Z Pickups made in Japan Fujigen
Maker: Greco
Model: SA-1200
Condition: Very good
Description:
Here for your consideration is an absolutely stunning and rare 1980 Greco Super Real SA-1200 in very good condition! The SA-1200 was the top-of-the-range model in the Super Real series, hand-made by craftspeople at the FujiGen factory to emulate a vintage 1959 ES-335. This one remains incredibly clean for its age and most definitely plays, looks, and feels like a top of the line model. Body shows only some very light surface marks, and one small finish crack in the veneer that has been professionally inspected and repaired by our luthier (see photos), otherwise body is in excellent condition. Neck is in excellent condition with no notable damage or blemishes. Headstock shows a few small dings along the top edge, and some very minor surface marks, but is otherwise very clean. Fretboard is in excellent condition and frets show almost no wear and have no notable issues with tons of life left in them. Hardware shows some oxidization but is otherwise all in perfect working order and excellent working condition. Electronics have been thoroughly inspected and cleaned and work perfectly. Features the original, highly coveted Maxon made "Dry Z" PAF style humbuckers that sound absolutely incredible. An incredibly rare and gorgeous top of the line 335 from Greco. By far the best playing 335 style guitar we have in the shop. Has been fully inspected and set up by our luthier and ready for a new home. Includes non-original hard case. See below for a full list of specs and info.
Weight: 8lbs 10oz
Neck Profile: D
Neck Thickness: 1st fret .831", 12th fret .942"
Fretboard Radius: 12"
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Pickup Values: Neck 7.7k, Bridge 7.61k
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- Body: Semi-hollow construction with a specific three-ply maple/mahogany/maple body and top. The center block combines maple and spruce to enhance the acoustic characteristics and vibration response. The body often features a desirable birdseye maple top and back.
- Finish: It has a genuine nitrocellulose lacquer finish, which ages over time (often yellowing the binding and finish), contributing to its vintage appeal.
- Neck: Features a one-piece mahogany neck with a slim taper profile (closer to a 1960s style in some cases) and a dark Indian rosewood fretboard with block inlays.
- Pickups: Equipped with original Maxon-made "Dry Z" PAF-style humbucker pickups, which are highly regarded for their rich, dynamic, and harmonic-rich tone.
- Hardware: Includes Kluson-style tuners (some models specified original U.S.A. Klusons), and comes with its original "Lifton-style" brown hardshell case.
- Reputation: Reviewers and experts consider it one of the best vintage Japanese 335-style guitars available, often comparing it very favorably to, or even exceeding the quality of, some contemporary Gibson models.
