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The Yamaha L-55 stands as the shining example from Yamaha’s sought after L-series. The initial L models were introduced in 1975, and quickly rose to popularity. Yamaha then proceeded to add four high end guitars to this series; the L-51, L-52, L-53 and L-54. By 1980, the L-55 Custom was born. This guitar remains as the pinnacle of Yamaha’s “L” era, which came to a close in 1988. Featuring Brazilian Rosewood back and sides, and a solid Ezo Spruce top, this guitar projects a massive voice while still providing a comfortable playing experience with its ergonomic “Modified-V” neck profile. It is fully outfitted with unmistakable ornate L-series style inlay work throughout, giving this guitar its hallmark aesthetic appeal. This Yamaha L-55 Custom is in great condition for its age, and lives on as one of the finest representations of the beloved L-series.
- Year: 1980
- Top: Ezo Spruce
- Back & Sides: Brazilian Rosewood
- Rosette: Abalone
- Purfling: Abalone
- Backstrip: Abalone
- Body Binding: Ivoroid
- Neck: Mahogany
- Neck Profile: Modified V
- Fretboard Wood: Ebony
- Peg Head Veneer: Brazilian Rosewood
- Fretboard Binding: Ivoroid
- Fretboard Inlays: Abalone
- Tuners: Yamaha
- Bridge: Ebony
- Pins: Black w/ Abalone Dots
- Saddle Material: Bone
- Saddle Type: Drop-in, uncompensated
- Nut Material: Bone
- Pickguard: Black
- Nut Width: 1 5/8”
- Spacing at Saddle: 2 1/16”
- Scale Length: 25 1/2”
- Body Depth: 4”- 4 15/16”
- Body Length: 20”
- Upper Bout: 11 1/2”
- Lower Bout: 16 1/4”
- Truss Rod: Fully Adjustable
- Brace Pattern: Scalloped X Brace