Alvarez Yairi Guitars

Perhaps the deep, warm bass of Indian rosewood or the crystalline treble of the burled mahogany is what draws you in. Or maybe your eyes are held captive by the spidery, black streaks that dance across the rich Brazilian rosewood, or the intricate mosaic rosette that accents the soundhole. Until you play a Yairi Classical, you can't understand the attraction; once you play one, you can't deny the attraction.

This WY1 model is constructed of premium Hawaiian koa for a completely unique look and warm, powerful tone. Yairi's brilliant design innovations include an extended neck tenon for a wider range of rod adjustment and no neck/body irregularities. A unique coupled bridge design removes the forward pull from the bridge itself for greater stability and lighter bracing, leading to freer tone. This Virtuoso model comes with the expressive System 600T MK II electronics for premium acoustic-electric amplification. Other enhancements include a bound ebony fretboard, abalone rosette, multiple body binding, bound ebony headstock veneer, and gold die-cast tuners with amber buttons.

The enchanting Handcrafted Yairi DYM-95 gets visual luster and sonic brightness from its sultry solid Indian rosewood back and sides. Other enhancements include a Solid spruce top, bound ebony fretboard, abalone rosette, Dovetail neck joint, multiple body binding, bound ebony headstock veneer, real ebony bridge, and gold die-cast tuners with amber buttons. Available in Natural or Sunburst Finishes.

As do all Alvarez Yairi Masterworks guitars, the FYM-95 exhibits the legendary skill of master luthier Kazuo Yairi and his dedication to the highest level guitar craft. This instrument is handmade of select premium spruce and rosewood from his famous collection of well-aged, naturally air-dried woods. Its tone is rich, warm, articulate, and irresistibly sweet. The FYM95 is responsive and beautiful, with gorgeous abalone and ivory accents, premium gold hardware, and flawless detailing.

World-class luthiery makes the Yairi CY-118 virtually dance in your hands as the solid cedar top rings out with the authority of a grand piano. A perfect choice for the aspiring professional, it features rosewood back and sides, a mahogany neck with flawless ebony fret board, rosewood headstock overlay set off by gold tuners with pearloid buttons, gorgeous multiple wood binding, and an intricately crafted wood mosaic rosette.