The Yamaha SA1100 in Natural is a high-quality semi-hollow electric guitar built around a classic double-cutaway design, set-neck construction and versatile dual-humbucker electronics.

The SA series has long been appreciated for combining the warmth and resonance of a semi-hollow body with the solid feel, sustain and feedback resistance required for stage use.

This particular example has also been modified with an additional phase switch for the bridge humbucker, expanding the standard tonal palette with a thinner, more cutting out-of-phase character when used in combination with the neck pickup.

This Pre-Owned example is in Very Good condition, weighs an actual 8.4 lbs, and includes a hardcase.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Yamaha
Model	SA1100
Finish	Natural
Type	Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar
Pickups	Dual Humbuckers
Modification	Added Bridge Pickup Phase Switch
Weight	8.4 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned
Case	Hardcase Included

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned Yamaha SA1100 in Very Good condition.

The Very Good condition grade reflects a guitar that has been well looked after overall while showing the light signs of previous use expected from a Pre-Owned instrument.

The guitar has been modified with an additional phase switch affecting the bridge humbucker.

This individual guitar weighs 8.4 lbs.

A hardcase is included.

KEY FEATURES

• Yamaha SA1100 semi-hollow electric guitar

• Natural finish

• Double-cutaway body

• Semi-hollow construction

• Set mahogany neck

• Rosewood fingerboard

• 22 frets

• Dual-humbucker pickup configuration

• Traditional 2 Volume / 2 Tone control layout

• 3-way pickup selector

• Added bridge humbucker phase switch

• Tune-O-Matic-style bridge

• Stopbar tailpiece

• Passive electronics

• Actual measured weight of 8.4 lbs

• Very Good Pre-Owned condition

• Hardcase included

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The SA1100 offers the warmth and openness associated with a classic semi-hollow guitar while retaining enough focus and sustain for blues, rock, jazz and higher-gain playing.

The dual-humbucker layout provides familiar thick neck and bridge tones, while the added phase switch gives this example a useful additional voice that a standard SA1100 does not normally offer.

At 8.4 lbs, it also has a reassuringly substantial feel without becoming excessively heavy for a semi-hollow instrument.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

Semi-Hollow Construction

The SA1100 uses a semi-hollow body format that provides greater resonance and acoustic character than a conventional solid body while remaining more controlled than a fully hollow guitar.

Natural Finish

The Natural finish gives the guitar a classic and understated appearance while allowing the wood grain to remain visible.

Set Mahogany Neck

The set mahogany neck provides a strong connection between neck and body and contributes to the sustained, smooth response associated with this style of guitar.

Rosewood Fingerboard

The rosewood fingerboard provides a familiar and comfortable playing surface with a traditional semi-hollow aesthetic.

22-Fret Layout

The 22-fret neck provides the classic range associated with many semi-hollow electric guitars while retaining comfortable upper-register access.

Dual Humbuckers

The two humbuckers provide a broad range of warm, full-bodied sounds.

The neck pickup is well suited to rounded clean and lead tones, while the bridge pickup provides more attack and definition.

Added Phase Switch

This individual guitar has been modified with an added phase switch for the bridge humbucker.

When used with both pickups selected, phase reversal can create a thinner, more nasal and cutting sound that works especially well for funkier rhythm work, blues and more unusual lead tones.

Traditional Control Layout

Separate Volume and Tone controls for the two pickups allow each position to be adjusted independently.

This gives the player plenty of control over balance and overall tonal character.

Fixed Bridge & Stopbar

The Tune-O-Matic-style bridge and stopbar tailpiece provide stable tuning, straightforward intonation adjustment and a familiar semi-hollow playing feel.

8.4 lbs Actual Weight

This individual guitar weighs 8.4 lbs, giving buyers a precise indication of how this specific example will feel.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Yamaha SA1100 is particularly well suited to blues, jazz, classic rock, soul, indie and general-purpose electric guitar players looking for a versatile semi-hollow instrument.

It should also appeal to players who appreciate Japanese-designed Yamaha guitars and want something less common than the usual semi-hollow alternatives.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The SA1100 works especially well for:

• Blues

• Jazz

• Classic rock

• Soul

• Indie

• Alternative

• Clean rhythm

• Warm lead tones

• Studio work

• Light-to-medium overdrive

The added phase switch further expands its usefulness for more cutting and distinctive textures.

HOW IT COMPARES

SA1100 vs Solid Body Guitar

A solid-body guitar generally produces a tighter and more focused response.

The SA1100 adds more openness and acoustic resonance while still retaining good sustain.

SA1100 vs Fully Hollow Guitar

A fully hollow guitar often has more acoustic character but can be more susceptible to feedback at higher stage volumes.

The semi-hollow SA1100 offers a more controlled response.

Standard SA1100 vs This Example

A standard SA1100 uses conventional dual-humbucker switching.

This guitar adds a bridge pickup phase switch, giving it an additional out-of-phase sound when the pickups are combined.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar
Brand	Yamaha
Model	SA1100
Finish	Natural
Body Shape	Double Cutaway
Body Type	Semi-Hollow
Neck Construction	Set Neck
Neck Material	Mahogany
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Frets	22
Pickup Configuration	HH
Pickups	Dual Humbuckers
Controls	2 Volume, 2 Tone
Switching	3-Way Pickup Selector
Modification	Added Bridge Pickup Phase Switch
Electronics	Passive
Bridge	Tune-O-Matic Style
Tailpiece	Stopbar
Weight	8.4 lbs
Case	Hardcase Included
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

None.

The Yamaha SA1100 uses passive electronics and requires no battery or external power supply.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Players wanting a versatile semi-hollow guitar with classic dual-humbucker tones and an additional phase-switch option.

Customers usually upgrade from: Entry-level semi-hollows, Epiphone ES-style guitars and mid-priced dual-humbucker electrics.

Most commonly paired with: Clean valve amplifiers, overdrive, boost, delay, reverb and modulation effects.

Our tip: Try the added phase switch with both pickups selected and experiment with the individual Volume controls. Small changes in pickup balance can significantly alter the character of the out-of-phase tone.

Showroom feedback: The SA1100 has the refined feel and versatility Yamaha’s semi-hollow instruments are known for, while the added phase switch makes this particular example more flexible than a standard guitar.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Yamaha SA1100 can provide excellent value for players looking for a high-quality semi-hollow electric guitar.

This example is in Very Good condition, weighs 8.4 lbs, includes a hardcase, and features an added bridge humbucker phase switch.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging Yamaha, Pre-Owned and vintage guitars.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

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• Part-exchange and trade-in service

• Request a Video Demo option

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PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

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Trading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately while allowing the value of your current equipment to go directly towards your next instrument.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Yamaha SA1100 used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned Yamaha SA1100 in Very Good condition.

What finish does it have?

It has a Natural finish.

Is it semi-hollow?

Yes. The SA1100 is a semi-hollow electric guitar.

What is the neck made from?

It has a set mahogany neck.

What fingerboard does it have?

It uses a rosewood fingerboard.

How many frets does it have?

It has 22 frets.

What pickup configuration does it use?

It has a dual-humbucker HH configuration.

Has the guitar been modified?

Yes. An additional phase switch has been added to the bridge humbucker circuit.

What does the phase switch do?

When the pickups are combined, reversing the bridge pickup phase creates a thinner, more nasal and cutting tone.

Is the phase switch original?

No. It is an added modification.

What controls does it have?

It uses separate Volume and Tone controls for the two pickups along with a 3-way selector and the added phase switch.

What bridge does it use?

It has a Tune-O-Matic-style bridge with stopbar tailpiece.

Is it active?

No. It uses passive electronics.

Does it require a battery?

No.

How much does it weigh?

This individual guitar weighs 8.4 lbs.

Does it come with a case?

Yes. A hardcase is included.

What condition is it in?

This example is in Very Good condition.

Is it suitable for jazz?

Yes. The neck humbucker and semi-hollow construction work particularly well for warm jazz tones.

Is it suitable for blues and rock?

Yes. The dual-humbucker setup gives it plenty of scope for blues, classic rock and driven lead sounds.

Can I request a video demo?

Yes. A video demo is particularly useful for hearing the normal pickup combinations and the added phase-switch tone.

Can I part-exchange another guitar against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers guitars and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.