USED YAMAHA / GC-10M Natural [11]

A guitar that carries on the tradition of Spanish craftsmanship and evokes the spirit of Yamaha’s early GC models

This model draws from the GC series, which dates back to the dawn of Yamaha’s classical guitar history, and strongly reflects a design based on traditional Spanish craftsmanship. It combines the classic fan-braced construction with the meticulous craftsmanship unique to Japanese manufacturing, resulting in a sound that offers a well-balanced blend of rich bass tones and well-defined mid-to-high frequencies.While its tone is understated and refined, it delivers a solid sense of density and a responsive attack, making it well-suited not only for classical music but also for solo guitar performances.

Additionally, a label bearing the name Toshiro Kato is visible on this specific instrument, offering a glimpse into the historical context of its creation and the artisanal nuances of the era—a detail not to be overlooked. Beyond its intrinsic value in sound and condition, this is a guitar that allows you to enjoy its rich history as well.

This model combines the mature tone that comes with age with the atmosphere of the early days of Japanese classical guitar making. It is a guitar that offers both practicality and collectible value—one you’ll want to enjoy for years to come.
There are signs of use, such as minor scratches and dents.
The neck shows a slight forward bow, but it is in good playing condition.
Condition Grade: B+: Some scratches, but no issues for normal use

Serial Number: 1768
Year of Manufacture: 1975
Country of Manufacture: Japan
Case: Hard case
Fret Wear: Within normal limits; fret height is sufficient for playing
String height (low string side): 2.9 mm at the 12th fret
String height (treble side): 2.3 mm at the 12th fret
Nut width: 51.8 mm
Neck thickness near the 1st fret: 22.1 mm
Scale length: 662 mm (26.06")
Strings at setup: MATSUOKA MC1000HT / High Tension
Repairs/Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement

* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, or other imperfections that are not visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.

* Any measurements listed for the truss rod, remaining fret height, string height, etc., were taken by our staff during setup. These measurements are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.
These measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase and do not guarantee that the values will be the same when the item arrives.

* This item is a one-of-a-kind product listed simultaneously on multiple platforms, including our in-store display. While we strive to remove product listings promptly upon sale, updates are not always made in real time.
We sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.