catalog
2009
Superior Instruments for
Discerning Musicians
For more than 40 years, Alvarez has displayed an
unwavering commitment to acoustic guitar quality,
playability and aesthetics. Our collection of premium
musical instruments and the skilled professionals who
play them are a testament to this ideal.
The Alvarez line is all-inclusive, from the Regent Series
entry-level guitars, all the way up to the Masterworks
Series of professional guitars which offer superb tone
via solid backs, tops and sides. Regardless of the player,
their ability or their budget, Alvarez has a quality
instrument that has been custom-designed for that
purpose.
The Yairi line is the very definition of quality. They are
hand-crafted in an old-fashioned workshop, hidden
in the still beauty of the Japanese mountain village of
Gifu. When other guitar companies were building large,
computerized factories, master luthier Kazuo Yairi was
buying wood. While others move to simpler, less human
techniques, Yairi continues to use slower, traditional
construction methods like the labor-intensive dovetail
neck joint and hand-shaped bracing. Alvarez Yairi guitars
are offered in a variety of standard body shapes, sizes
and finish details. Each guitar is a one-of-a-kind work of
art, with its own unique tone and aesthetic beauty.
As a company, Alvarez continuously develops innovative
features for our top-of-the-line instruments and then
incorporates these improvements into the entire
product line. The majority of Alvarez and Alvarez Yairi
instruments get a rigorous final inspection and setup,
ensuring each guitar is individually optimized for
unparalleled playability.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Yairi Masterworks 05
Yairi Standard 07
Yairi Standard Cont’d 09
Yairi Classical 11
Yairi Signature 13
Alvarez Masterworks 15
Alvarez Professional 17
Alvarez Fusion 19
Alvarez Artist 21
Alvarez Regent 23
Alvarez Traditional 24
Electronics 25
New Part Numbering System 26
Specification Grids 27
Yairi Guitar Shop 30
Alvarez Guitar Shop 31
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5Yairi Masterworks
Kazuo Yairi has dedicated his life to crafting the ultimate acoustic guitars. Every moment
of that time, every bit of that expertise, is reflected in the Yairi Masterworks Series. Each
instrument is entirely hand-made using premium selections from his legendary collection of
patiently aged, naturally air-seasoned tonewoods. Exotic tonewoods and solid spruce tops
produce an intriguing balance of rich warmth and irresistible sweetness. Gorgeous abalone
accents and elegant detailing complete each breathtaking composition.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 DYM85 Solid Spruce Solid Kihada Nickel Vintage Satin N/A
2 DYM96 Distressed Solid Spruce Solid Ovangkol Antique Gold Die-cast Open Pore N/A
3 DYM95 Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
4 FYM96C Distressed Solid Spruce Solid Ovangkol Antique Gold Die-Cast Open Pore System 600 MkII
5 FYM500V Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Vintage Natural N/A
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7Yairi Standard
Follow the elaborate trail of woodgrain as it journeys across a guitar’s body. That intricate
pattern, like the human fingerprint is a symbol of the instrument’s individuality. Unique in
time and figure, each Yairi Standard Series guitar has a personality as distinctive as your own.
We select the most coveted woods from around the world based on their sonic performance
and aesthetic characteristics. Hawaiian koa delivers a charged midrange with crisp trebles
and a throaty bass response. Indian rosewood sings with tremendous projection and chilling
sustain. And Coral rosewood boasts a balanced voice with deep lows and crystalline high-end.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 WY1TTS Solid Spruce Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Tobacco Sunburst Fishman Aura IC
2 WY1M Flamed Maple Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Amber-Tint System 600 MkII
3 WY1K Koa Koa Gold Die-cast Gloss System 600 MkII
4 WY1 Solid Cedar Rosewood Gold Die-cast Gloss System 600 MkII
5 WY1TS Solid Spruce Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Tobacco Sunburst System 600 MkII
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9Yairi Standard cont’d
Silence. A warm wave of stage light blankets you. They have come to hear your music.
You have come to perform. Regardless of the venue size or audience, Yairi Standard Series
acoustic/electric guitars are designed to deliver natural acoustic sound through any sound
system. Modern amplification systems deliver each note exactly as you play it. However,
for some musicians, “amplified” doesn’t necessarily just mean louder. For that reason, Yairi
acoustic/electrics feature the Alvarez System 600T MkII advanced preamp/EQ, which is
capable of unlocking previously unimaginable possibilities for your music. Explore your sound.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 DY62C Solid Cedar Burled Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural Satin System 600 MkII
2 DY84C Solid Spruce Indian Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
3 DY40C Solid Spruce Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
4 GY2E Solid Spruce Lacewood Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
5 YB1 Solid Spruce Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
1 2 3 4 5
11Yairi Classical
You hear it in the elegant pacing of a classical air. You see it in the vivid charm of a folk
dance. This is the voice of the guitarist who speaks with nylon strings. This is the spirit of
the Yairi Classical Series guitar. Perhaps the deep warm bass of Indian rosewood or the
crystalline treble of 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 simply can’t deny it.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 CY118 Solid Cedar Coral Rosewood Gold Gloss N/A
2 CY116 Solid Cedar Burled Mahogany Gold Gloss N/A
3 CY128CE Solid Spruce Rosewood Gold Gloss LR Baggs
4 CY140 Solid Cedar Brazilian Rosewood Gold Gloss N/A
5 CYM95 Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Gold Natural Tinted N/A
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13Yairi Signature
The ADY1 Ani DiFranco model is a cutaway folk featuring an extra-deep
mahogany body with a Canadian cedar top, resulting in a tuneful combination of
sweetness, volume and clarity. Show stopping cosmetics are based around Ani’s
unique pickguard design. Visually stunning, the design affords the cedar top
protection from Ani’s highly percussive playing technique.
Based on Monte’s battered 1987 DY62C, the MMY1 features the broken-in vibe
of a distressed spruce top and a laminated mahogany/maple neck designed to
withstand the intense stress of a Monte Montgomery performance.
Bob Weir was instrumental in the development of the Yairi WY Series of
performance guitars. Based on the specifications of Bob’s original prototype
WY1, and enhanced with a distinctive 12th fret “lightning bolt” inlay, the WY1BW
features a custom designed preamps/EQ system utilizing an internal condenser mic
and bridge piezo blended with a unique crossover-based design.
yairi signature series
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 ADY1 Solid Cedar Mahogany Gold Die-cast Gold Satin System 600 MkII
2 MMY1 Distressed Solid Spruce Burled Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural Satin System 600 MkII
3 WY1BW Solid Cedar Coral Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural Satin Custom Dual Transducer
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15Alvarez Masterworks
You’ll know it when you hear it. You’ll know it when you feel it. The Alvarez Masterworks
Series guitar is the product of our creative spirit and relentless pursuit of perfection.
Explore the distinctive bass response of Indian rosewood, the mesmerizing presence of
maple or the subtle warmth of mahogany. Experience the incredibly robust voice of the
dreadnought or the balanced tone of the folk acoustic. Hold the slender neck as your fingers
slip past the polished frets. Alvarez Masterworks guitars aren’t just built to be played; they
are designed to inspire performance.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 MD660C Solid Cedar Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
2 MC761C Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
3 MSD610 Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Satin N/A
4 MSB6102 Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Satin Fishman IONt
5 MJ813BK Solid Spruce Solid Maple Nickel Die-cast Black N/A
1 2 3 4 5
17Alvarez Professional
Alvarez Professional Series guitars represent the delicate balance between unparalleled
performance and stylish cosmetics. Solid Canadian spruce tops with scalloped bracing,
matched with backs of solid Indian rosewood or mahogany, offer superb tone and
projection. The traditional dovetail neck joint ensures optimum transfer of string energy
between the neck and body, solidifying the structural integrity of the instrument.
Professional Series guitars feature labor-intensive maple binding, genuine abalone shell
inlays and gold hardware, creating an understated elegance and classic visual presence. And
the System 600T MkII electronics present the most natural acoustic sound available to a
wide range of recording and sound reinforcement equipment.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 PD511 Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
2 PD311CAV Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Satin System 600MKII
3 PD361 Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Satin N/A
4 PJ311CDVS-12 Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Deep Violin Stain System 600MKII
5 PD410C Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany* Gold Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
* All Professional Series guitars are solid back with laminated sides
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19Alvarez Fusion
Take the stage and take control. \Whether you’re playing for five or 5,000, the Alvarez
Fusion Series is the perfect choice for the live performer. Fusion Series guitars feature a
thinner body style for feedback control and comfortable playing, all night long. Play them
as loud as you want, or as tenderly as you can, and the System 600T MkII EQ will be true
to the music in your head. Yes, those figured maple tops are beautiful, but the choice of
maple goes beyond the mere cosmetic. It’s the inherent musicality of maple, well known
for its clarity and articulation that produces amazingly faithful acoustic tone. The all-new
FCC and FCF models feature an ultra-slim chambered body, for the ultimate in playability.
They also include the Fishman Aura IC pickup, which provides all the technological benefits
of the Aura series in a much slimmer design.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 FDT243C Quilted Maple Maple Gold Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
2 FCC7103 Select Spruce Mahogany Gold Natural Fishman AURA IC
3 FCC7603 Cedar Mahogany Gold Natural Fishman AURA IC
4 FFT243CWR Quilted Maple Maple Gold Die-cast Wine Red System 600MKII
5 FCF7103 Select Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural Fishman AURA IC
6 FDT410C-12 Solid Spruce Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
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21Alvarez Artist
The Alvarez Artist Series features an impressive array of structural, functional and
cosmetic elements as unique as the name implies. A celebration of individuality in figure
and tone, this series introduces a whole new spectrum of voices and visuals to your music.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 AD410C Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
2 AF222C Dao Dao Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
3 AB4102CBK Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Black Fishman AERO+
4 AC460 Solid Cedar Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
5 AD410-12 Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
1 2 3 4 5
23Alvarez Regent
A beginner’s guitar does not necessarily have to sound or act like a beginner’s guitar.
Alvarez Regent Series guitars are designed to turn aspiring students into great
guitarists. Including a full selection of styles, sizes and finishes, this series offers quality
instruments for every developing player.
featured models
# MODEL TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
1 RC210 Select Spruce Mahogany Gold Natural N/A
2 RD010 Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
3 RF300 Solid Mahogany Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Satin N/A
4 RD110 Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Satin N/A
5 RD410BK Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Black N/A
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Solid Maple Back/Sides
Gold Open Tuners
Black Finish
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Gold Tuner
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F3 ANT
Solid Spruce Top
Solid Flamed Maple Back/Sides
Gold Open Tuners
Satin Finish
F1
Solid Spruce Top
Solid Flamed Maple Back/Sides
Gold Open Tuners
Natural Finish
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What’s in a Name?
Alvarez model names tell you everything you need to know about the guitar’s various
physical characteristics - the series, body style, wood type and much more.
DESCRIPTION:ALVAREZ ARTIST SERIES, DREADNOUGHT, SOLID TOP GLOSS FINISH, SPRUCE TOP, MAHAGONY BACK AND SIDES, VARIATION, CUTAWAY, BLACK AD4104CBK
1st Letter: Series
2nd/3rd Letter: Body Type
1st Number: Model Level
2nd Number: Top Wood
3rd Number: Back & Sides Wood
4th Number: Special Model Designation
Suffix: Additional Model Information
Color
Legend
SERIES BODY TYPE MODEL LEVEL
A: Artist
F: Fusion
M: Masterworks
P: Professional
R: Regent
S: Signature
T: Traditional
B: Bass
BN: Banjo
CC: Chambered Classical
C: Classical
CF: Chambered Folk
D: Dreadnought
DT: Dreadnought Thin
F: Folk
FT: Folk Thin
J: Jumbo
M: Mandolin
P: Parlor
SB: Small Bass
SD: Small Dreadnought
0: Entry Level
1: Laminate Satin Finish
2: Laminate Gloss Finish
3: Solid Top Satin Finish
4: Solid Top Gloss
5: Solid Top Ornate
6: All Solid Satin Finish
7: All Solid Gloss Finish
8: All Solid Ornate
9: All Solid Premium
TOP WOOD BACK/SIDES WOOD SPECIAL MODEL DESIGNATION
ADDITIONAL MODEL INFO
COLOR
0: Mahogany
1: Spruce
2: Dao
3: Maple
4: Figured Maple
5: Koa
6: Cedar
0: Mahagony
1: Rosewood
2: Dao
3: Maple
4: Figured Maple
5: Koa
6: Figured Mahogany
7: Bubinga or Java Ebony
8: Spalted Maple
0: Made in Japan
2: Fishman Preamp
3: Fishman AURA Preamp
4: Variation
No Designation: N/A
A: A Style Mandolin
C: Cutaway
E: Electric
F: F Style Mandolin
FL: Fretless
S: Solid Top
No Designation: N/A
AV: Antique Violin
CSB: Cherry Sunburst
DVS: Deep Violin Stain
BK: Black
BR: Brown
SB: Sunburst
WR: Wine Red
No Designation: Natural
BUBINGA
CEDAR FIGURED MAHOGANY
FIGURED MAPLEKOA DAO
MAHOGANY
MAPLE
ROSEWOOD
SPALTED MAPLE
SPRUCE
Yairi Masterworks Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
DYM85 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Kihada Nickel Vintage Satin N/A
DYM95 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
DYM95C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
DYM95SB Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Die-cast Sunburst N/A
DYM95-12 12-String Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
DYM96 Dreadnought Distressed Solid
Spruce
Solid Ovangkol Antique Gold
Die-cast
Open Pore N/A
DYM500 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
FYM95 OM Folk Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
FYM96C Cutaway Folk Distressed Solid
Spruce
Solid Ovangkol Antique Gold
Die-Cast
Open Pore System 600 MkII
FYM500V 12-Fret Auditorium Folk Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Gold Vintage Natural N/A
JYM86 Jumbo Solid Spruce Solid Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss N/A
JYM86CBK Cutaway Jumbo Solid Spruce Solid Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Black System 600 MkII
Yairi Standard Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
DY40C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
DY40CBK Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Gold Die-cast Gloss Black System 600 MkII
DY62C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Cedar Burled Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural Satin System 600 MkII
DY84C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Indian Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
DY91 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Koa Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
DY91C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Koa Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
GY2E Cutaway Jumbo Solid Spruce Lacewood Gold Die-cast Natural System 600 MkII
WY1 Cutaway Folk Solid Cedar Rosewood Gold Die-cast Gloss System 600 MkII
WY1BK Cutaway Folk Solid Cedar Rosewood Gold Die-cast Gloss Black System 600 MkII
WY1K Cutaway Folk Koa Koa Gold Die-cast Gloss System 600 MkII
WY1M Cutaway Folk Flamed Maple Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Amber-Tint System 600 MkII
WY1TS Cutaway Folk Solid Spruce Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Tobacco
Sunburst
System 600 MkII
WY1TBK Thin Cutaway Folk Solid Spruce Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Black Fishman Aura IC
WY1TTS Thin Cutaway Folk Solid Spruce Flamed Maple Gold Die-cast Gloss Tobacco
Sunburst
Fishman Aura IC
YB1 Jumbo Baritone Solid Spruce Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
Yairi Signature Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
ADY1 Cutaway Folk Solid Cedar Mahogany Gold Die-cast Gold Satin System 600 MkII
MMY1 Cutaway Dreadnought Distressed Solid
Spruce
Burled Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural Satin System 600 MkII
WY1BW Cutaway Folk Solid Cedar Coral Rosewood Gold Die-cast Natural Satin Custom Dual
Transducer
Yairi Classical Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
CY116 Classical Solid Cedar Burled Mahogany Gold Gloss N/A
CY118 Classical Solid Cedar Coral Rosewood Gold Gloss N/A
CY128CE Cutaway Classical Solid Spruce Rosewood Gold Gloss LR Baggs
CY140 Classical Solid Cedar Brazilian Rosewood Gold Gloss N/A
CYM95 Classical Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Gold Natural Tinted N/A
Alvarez Regent Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
RC210 Classical Select Spruce Mahogany Gold Natural N/A
RC460C Cutaway Classical Solid Cedar Mahogany Gold Natural Fishman AERO
RD010 Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RD010BK Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Black N/A
RD110 Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RD210 Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RD2104VP Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RD210BR Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Brown N/A
RD210C Cutaway Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural 2-Band EQ
RD210SB Dreadnought Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Sunburst N/A
RD410 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RD4102C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural Fishman AERO
RD4102CBK Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Black Fishman AERO
RD4102CL Left-Handed Cutaway
Dreadnought
Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural Fishman AERO
RD4102CSB Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Sunburst Fishman AERO
RD410BK Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Black N/A
RD410L Left-handed Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RD410SB Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Sunburst N/A
RF010 Folk Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RF210 Folk Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RF210C Cutaway Folk Select Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural 2-Band EQ
RF300 Folk Solid Mahogany Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural N/A
RF4102C Cutaway Folk Solid Spruce Mahogany Chrome Die-cast Natural Fishman AERO
Alvarez Artist Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
AB4102C Bass Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural Fishman AERO+
AB4102CBK Bass Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Black Fishman AERO+
AC460 Classical Solid Cedar Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
AC460C Cutaway Classical Solid Cedar Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
AD222 Dreadnought Dao Dao Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
AD222C Cutaway Dreadnought Dao Dao Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
AD410 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
AD410-12 12-String Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
AD4104BK Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Black N/A
AD4104CBK Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Black System 600MKII
AD410C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
AD410CL Left-Handed Cutaway
Dreadnought
Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
AD411 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
AD411C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
AD511SB Dreadnought Solid Spruce Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Sunburst N/A
AF222C Cutaway Folk Dao Dao Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
AF410 Grand Concert Folk Solid Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
AJ414CBK Cutaway Jumbo Solid Spruce Maple Nickel Die-cast Black System 600MKII
AJ417 Jumbo Solid Spruce Bubinga Nickel Die-cast Black N/A
AJ417-12 12-String Jumbo Solid Spruce Bubinga Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
AJ418C Cutaway Jumbo Solid Spruce Spalted Maple Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
AJ418C-12 12-String Cutaway Jumbo Solid Spruce Spalted Maple Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
Alvarez Masterworks Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
MC761 Classical Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
MC761C Classical Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
MD710-12 12-String Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
MD7103C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural Fishman AURA
MD6104 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Black Die-cast Natural N/A
MD710BK-12 12-String Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Black N/A
MD660 Dreadnought Solid Cedar Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
MD660C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Cedar Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
MD711 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
MD711C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
MD711SB Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood Nickel Die-cast Sunburst N/A
MJ813BK Jumbo Solid Spruce Solid Maple Nickel Die-cast Black N/A
MSB6102 Small Bass Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural Fishman IONt
MSD610 Small Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural N/A
Alvarez Professional Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
PD311AV Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Satin N/A
PD311CAV Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Satin System 600MKII
PD361 Dreadnought Solid Cedar Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
PD410C Cutaway Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Mahogany* Gold Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
PD511 Dreadnought Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
PF411 Folk Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Natural N/A
PJ311CDVS Cutaway Jumbo Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Deep Violin Stain System 600MKII
PJ311CDVS-12 12-String Cutaway Jumbo Solid Spruce Solid Rosewood* Gold Die-cast Deep Violin Stain System 600MKII
* solid back with laminated sides
Alvarez Fusion Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
FCC7103 Chambered Classical Select Spruce Mahogany Gold Natural Fishman AURA IC
FCC7603 Chambered Classical Cedar Mahogany Gold Natural Fishman AURA IC
FCF7103 Chambered Folk Select Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural Fishman AURA IC
FCF7103BK Chambered Folk Select Spruce Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Black Fishman AURA IC
FCF7403 Chambered Folk Quilted Maple Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural Fishman AURA IC
FCF7503 Chambered Folk Koa Mahogany Nickel Die-cast Natural Fishman AURA IC
FDT243C Thin Cutaway
Dreadnought
Quilted Maple Maple Gold Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
FDT243CCSB Thin Cutaway
Dreadnought
Quilted Maple Maple Gold Die-cast Cherry Sunburst System 600MKII
FDT410C-12 12-String Thin Cutaway
Dreadnought
Solid Spruce Mahogany Gold Die-cast Natural System 600MKII
FDT410CBK Thin Cutaway
Dreadnought
Solid Spruce Mahogany Gold Die-cast Black System 600MKII
FFT243CWR Thin Cutaway Folk Quilted Maple Maple Gold Die-cast Wine Red System 600MKII
Alvarez Traditional Series
MODEL BODY STYLE TOP BACK/SIDES TUNERS FINISH ELECTRONICS
B1 Banjo N/A Flamed Maple / 3 Ply
Maple
Gold Gloss N/A
F3 ANT “F” Style Mandolin Solid Spruce Solid Flamed Maple Gold Open Satin N/A
F2 “F” Style Mandolin Solid Spruce Solid Flamed Maple Gold Open Black N/A
F1 “F” Style Mandolin Solid Spruce Solid Maple Gold Open Natural N/A
30 Yairi Guitar Shop
TIME HONORED HAND-CRAFTED WORKS OF ART.
Over and over, those fortunate enough to work with Kazuo Yairi
have been struck with the parallels between this guitar artisan and
other fine artists. Kazuo Yairi is a master luthier and craftsman. Just
as other artists have done through the centuries, he began serving
this apprenticeship when he was eleven years old. With careful and
meticulous guidance he learned to plan, design and execute exquisite
guitars. By the time he completed his apprenticeship, his guitars
were recognized as being of superior quality in both appearance and
function. The pieces he creates can be compared to works of art.
Indeed, his guitars are literally pieces of functional sculpture.
31Alvarez Guitar Shop
DEDICATION OF SKILL. DEDICATION OF SPIRIT.
After more than 30 years, the Alvarez Guitar Shop has developed the most
comprehensive pre-sale inspection and adjustment procedure in the industry.
The majority of Alvarez and Alvarez Yairi guitars receive a detailed inspection
to ensure that only instruments of the highest quality find their way to the
customer’s hands. Instruments go through an advanced setup process that
includes a full fretboard level and dress, filing of nut slots, multiple neck/
truss rod adjustments and exacting bridge saddle measurements. This
ensures perfect intonation and unparalleled playability.
It is the human element that can take a good instrument and make it great.
Alvarez is dedicated to this end, in hopes that your investment in an Alvarez
guitar will afford you many years of musical inspiration and playing pleasure.
Alvarez/Yairi 2009 Catalog
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