For Sale: Tama #3561 dreadnought acoustic - 1976 vintage Martin D-28 vibe for much less!!

[jwhelan56]

If you're a musician, you probably know the name Tama from their drum kits.

But, Tama also made exceptional acoustic guitars back in the 70's when so many great guitars were coming out of factories in Japan. These are no exception. Let me know if you need any other photos of this wonderful guitar.

I am seriously thinning my herd to alleviate the congestion in my home office, as well as freeing up some $$$ for other things, which is why I have this Tama and a few other guitars currently listed for sale. I just got a sale on the Tama #3559 I also had for sale.

This a 1976 Tama model #3561 dreadnought.. Made in the D-28 style, with the features of a pre-war D28, this really is a lovely guitar. Compared side by side with a 70's D-28 at over twice the asking price, I think you would choose this! These first series pieces are hard to find in nice condition, this one is from the first series of Tama guitars and was made in 1976 as per the date printed on the neck block as shown in photo. With an average retail price of around $450 in 1976, this guitar would weigh in at around $2500 in today's money.

Solid spruce top
Top grade rosewood body (Japanese ‘double plate’)
Nut width - 1 3/4"
String spacing at saddle - 2 1/4"

Condition wise, she has the very occasional tiny ding and a few character lines from musical love she was shown over the years. Seriously though there is a very low level of any kind of cosmetic wear for the age and for a nearly 50 year old guitar it is in superb condition. The sound is full, rich, and well balanced. Beautiful herringbone trim.

The frets are in great shape and do not require any attention that I can discern. Bridge has not been planed in the past to drop the action, which is usually seen on these, and the action is very good, a neck reset is not required. Comes with a hardshell case and all latches work.

Whoever buys this guitar will get a bonus gift thrown in, which is a framed copy of an ad for the 3561 Tama guitar (photo shown with guitar pics).

PRICED AT $1,300 PLUS SHIPPING AND ANY PAYMENT FEES IF APPLICABLE.

[Guitars44me]

I expect these will be fabulous Instruments. Especially for the price !!!

The ones I played back in the day certainly were!

and so was my enormous Tama drum set! Boy am I glad I’m not carrying that thing around anymore… But the band had roadies. Thank goodness!

If you’re on the fence on these, I say, go for it!

I don’t expect them to last long around here.

Cheers and all the best in 2024

Paul

[jwhelan56]

Originally Posted by Guitars44me

I expect these will be fabulous Instruments. Especially for the price !!!

The ones I played back in the day certainly were!

and so was my enormous Tama drum set! Boy am I glad I’m not carrying that thing around anymore… But the band had roadies. Thank goodness!

If you’re on the fence on these, I say, go for it!

I don’t expect them to last long around here.

Cheers and all the best in 2024

Paul

Hey Paul,

Thanks for chiming in. These are remarkable guitars, quite attractive, and as you say for the price they're amazing. They will truly surprise the potential buyers, as they did me.

[jwhelan56]

Bump for these fabulous Tama guitars!

[gurroz]

@Jwhlen56 is the term (Japanese ‘double plate’) another term for laminate back and sides? I think most of the Yamaha and Japanese lawsuit guitars of the era were laminate back and sides. They are, however, marvelous sounding guitars. I just wish they made them in concert size.

[jwhelan56]

Originally Posted by gurroz

@Jwhlen56 is the term (Japanese ‘double plate’) another term for laminate back and sides? I think most of the Yamaha and Japanese lawsuit guitars of the era were laminate back and sides. They are, however, marvelous sounding guitars. I just wish they made them in concert size.

Hey Gurroz,

Yes, I’m sure those terms are the same thing. While many turn their noses up at laminate guitars, I 100% agree with you that they do sound marvelous. I think to the average person playing or hearing that they would be hard pressed to tell a solid guitar versus a laminated one in a blind test.

These are really fabulous instruments. It seems all/most of the guitar builders in Japan were all making Martin dreadnought copies since those were the thing in the 70’s folk music scene: D-18, D-28, D-35, etc.

[hat]

Back in 1979 I ordered a new Tama dread. It was all solid wood, Spruce and Mahogany. They were great guitars at a good price point. They were bought out by Ibanez, and were their top of the line. In the early 80's they dropped the Tama name, and the line morphed into the Artwood series. In fact, most of the early Artwood guitars were really Tama models. Hard to find these days, they have quite a following as collectors items. Early Ibanez Artwood guitars are a great find also.

[jwhelan56]

Originally Posted by hat

Back in 1979 I ordered a new Tama dread. It was all solid wood, Spruce and Mahogany. They were great guitars at a good price point. They were bought out by Ibanez, and were their top of the line. In the early 80's they dropped the Tama name, and the line morphed into the Artwood series. In fact, most of the early Artwood guitars were really Tama models. Hard to find these days, they have quite a following as collectors items. Early Ibanez Artwood guitars are a great find also.

Good to know. Ibanez is still making some great guitars. I have an interest in their AE410 model, part of their Platinum collection, although not sure if they’re available here in the U.S.

https://www.ibanez.com/na/products/d...410_47_02.html

[jwhelan56]

You couldn't go wrong with either one of these vintage guitars. Both are stellar!!

[jwhelan56]

These awesome Tama guitars are still available. These are really great instruments!

[jwhelan56]

Tama built some outstanding acoustic guitars back in the day before they decided to stick to drums. These are both top notch!!

[jwhelan56]

Happy Friday bump everyone!

[jwhelan56]

Bumping up the Tama's.......really good value on these babies!!

[jwhelan56]

Round the horn here on a Monday evening. Thanks for looking!

[jwhelan56]

Saturday morning morning bump up for this pair of 70’s.