Yamaha SA500 in Sunburst, (Used)

The Yamaha SA500 in Sunburst is a semi‑hollow electric guitar built around a double‑cutaway maple body with a solid centre block, finished in a classic sunburst that transitions from amber to darker edges, highlighting the wood grain. Its semi‑hollow construction combines acoustic resonance with electric sustain, and the set‑neck maple design enhances structural stability and tonal transfer. The body’s contours and position of the F‑holes contribute to both the instrument’s acoustic projection and its visual identity.

The neck is crafted from maple with a profile designed for balanced playability, paired with a rosewood fingerboard that includes 22 medium frets and simple dot inlays for clear fret position reference. The 24.75″ scale length provides familiar string tension and response for a wide range of playing techniques. The combination of neck materials and semi‑hollow body offers a tonal blend that supports both chordal work and single‑note lines with clarity and definition.

Electronics on the SA500 consist of dual humbucking pickups in the neck and bridge positions, each routed through independent volume and tone controls plus a three‑way selector switch. This configuration delivers a range of voices from warmer, rounded neck pickup tones to more articulate bridge sounds. Hardware includes a Tune‑O‑Matic bridge with individual string retainers for stable intonation and sustain, along with sealed tuning machines to help maintain tuning accuracy. Together, these features make the Yamaha SA500 Sunburst a versatile instrument suited for varied musical contexts.