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Condition: Used, Very Good
SP Luthier Notes: All of the frets were polished, recrowned and leveled. The truss rod and bridge were fully adjusted. No further work was required.
Discover a true gem: the rare, Japanese-crafted 1992 Alvarez Summit 6501 semi-hollow. With very few of these ever made by Alvarez/Yairi, this golden-era investment boasts a striking Koa top and rich mahogany body, delivering warm, vibrant tones that blossom with every chord. Enhanced by recent professional luthier care—frets polished, recrowned, and leveled for supreme playability, and a perfectly adjusted truss rod and bridge—this is far from an "as-is" instrument. It's a rock-solid, finely tuned machine, ready to inspire for years to come. This unique specimen doesn't just play beautifully; it embodies a legacy of craftsmanship, ensuring an absolutely incredible musical experience.
Model: Alvarez Summit 6501
Origin: Made in Japan
Body: Koa
Back/Sides: Mahogany
Neck: Mahogany
Fretboard: Rosewood
Radius: 12"
Nut Width: 1 11/16"
Pickups: Dual Alvarez Humbuckers
Hardware: Gold
Tuners: Gold
Weight: 8.4lbs
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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