For Sale: 1988 Yamaha SG-1000 – Rare White Finish | Original Pickups w/ Coil-Taps | Yamaha Gig Bag

Up for sale is a 1988 Yamaha SG-1000 in an extremely rare White finish, paired with a Yamaha gig bag. These SG-1000 models are known for their exceptional build quality, sustain, and versatility—and this one is no exception.

This example is in very good condition (8/10) with honest playwear throughout, including light scratches and dings. The most notable cosmetic wear is a 2-inch scratch on the top near the knobs, confirmed to be superficial (just a scratch—not a crack). Structurally, the guitar is solid and performs flawlessly.

Condition

• Very good overall with cosmetic wear (see photos)

• One noticeable 2" scratch—cosmetic only

• No cracks, breaks, or structural issues

• Recently inspected and professionally set up

• Straight neck with excellent action

• Original frets show no wear

• Everything is original except the replaced nut

Features & Specs

• Serial Number: SJHQ003

• Finish: Rare White

• Nut Width: 1.69"

• Neck Depth: 0.80" (1st fret), 0.93" (12th fret)

• Neck Profile: Slim Taper

• Fingerboard: Rosewood

• Pickups: Original Yamaha pickups with coil-tap switching

• Weight: 10 lbs 12 oz

• Case: Yamaha gig bag

The SG-1000 is famous for its sustain, thick midrange punch, and incredible craftsmanship. With original coil-tap electronics, this guitar can easily shift between humbucker fullness and single-coil clarity—making it a superb studio and stage instrument.

Why Buy From Guitar Chimp?

With 17+ years of experience, Guitar Chimp is trusted for delivering clean, accurately-described, professionally set-up instruments. Every guitar is inspected and dialed in by our in-house luthier, and our photos are always of the exact instrument you’ll receive—never stock images.

Questions?

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Thanks for checking out this rare 1988 Yamaha SG-1000 in White. It’s an outstanding example of a highly respected model—and one that seldom appears in this finish.

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Jerald – Guitar Chimp