Yamaha SF3000 Super Flighter Red Sunburst 1981
Yamaha SF3000 Super Flighter, red sunburst, made in Japan 1981. The Super Flighter is a Yamaha original shape that debuted in the late 70s; they enjoyed critical acclaim at the time and a experience a bit of a cult following now. This model was made for one year only; it's such a cool recipe. The set neck construction and solid alder body are super resonant; the neck is a slim and super sturdy two piece maple; it feels very lively and snappy in the hands. The upper fret access is easy and the neck profile is super cooperative; it's not a typical 'shred' profile but it plays super quick. The single humbucker cranks out snarly, rich growl with a bit of overdrive. This one lived with our house tech for a few years, so he replaced the pots and cap to bring the best out of the pickup. The shape is pretty unique and the cherry burst finish has aged beautifully; it looks awesome in a wonky-vintage-MIJ kinda way. There's a reason we lose our minds for vintage Yamaha guitars around here, come find out why.
Model: Yamaha SF3000 Super Flighter
Made: Japan, 1981, Nippon Gakki factory
Serial: 096866
Finish: Red Sunburst, gloss poly
Body: alder
Neck: two piece maple, rosewood slab board, 24.75" scale, 12" radius
Weight: 3.400kg
Mods: new Gotoh 500k pots, orange drop capacitor
Pickups: Yamaha F-III humbucker
Accessories: none
Cosmetic condition notes: minor finish wear. The headstock has minor dimples and a chip on the end, scuffs on both edges and the back and some fading and scuffs on the front. The neck is clean and smooth in the hands, minor scuffs on the back only. The back has dimples on the horns and neck join, dents and scuffs near the jack and along the back edge and a chip and some scuffs in the elbow area. The sides have minor dimples around the whole body and some dents and scuffs in the elbow area. The front has dimples near the knobs and bridge and some scuffs in the elbow area, as well as play wear around the horns.
Overall: very good condition (8/10)
Playing condition notes: action is low, neck is straight, intonation is good, truss rod works. All electronics tested and working properly. Wearing fresh 10/52 Moonshiners strings.
Fret Life: 8/10, minor wear only