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Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunburst - Description
On a quiet evening, a guitarist settles into their home studio, the warm Cherry Sunburst finish of the Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul catching the soft light. As they plug in and strike the strings, the original Yamaha humbuckers deliver a rich, thick tone that fills the room with vintage character.
This electric guitar suits blues, rock, and classic styles, offering players who appreciate a classic build and authentic sound a reliable companion. Whether you enjoy jamming with friends or recording at home, its solid construction and familiar feel make it a practical choice.
- Original Yamaha humbuckers provide that classic Les Paul warmth and sustain, perfect for expressive, dynamic playing.
- The neck measures 21.9 mm at the 1st fret and 24.2 mm at the 12th, offering comfortable playability across the fretboard suited for both rhythm and lead parts.
- Nut width of 42.9 mm allows for a balanced finger stretch, ideal for players with average-sized hands.
- Weighing 4.05 kg, the guitar has a substantial feel that supports stable handling and solid resonance.
- Original pots maintain authentic control over tone and volume, keeping the vintage vibe intact.
- Some signs of use appear as cosmetic wear and visible fret wear, but these do not affect sound or playability.
- The upper tailpiece screw cannot be adjusted, a minor detail that doesn’t impact the guitar’s performance.
- Humbucker frames have been replaced, ensuring secure pickup mounting while preserving the instrument’s classic look.
- Crafted in Japan in 1980, this model carries the legacy of quality workmanship.
Q: Can this guitar handle gigging and recording? A: Yes, the Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul delivers dependable sound and playability suitable for live performances and studio sessions. Its rich humbucker tones translate well to various settings.
Q: Is it suitable for players transitioning from other guitars? A: The neck dimensions and nut width offer familiar comfort for many players, making it easier to adapt whether coming from other Les Paul-style guitars or different electric models.
Choosing this Yamaha SL500S means supporting a more sustainable choice by extending the life of a quality vintage instrument. This guitar comes as described with a warranty and return policy to ensure your confidence in the purchase.
Overall, the Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 in Cherry Sunburst is a solid, playable instrument with vintage character. Its condition reflects honest use but remains fully functional, making it a practical pick for guitarists seeking classic tone and feel in a more sustainable package.
The refurbed Process
Every refurbed device is refurbished in up to 40 steps — taking it from used to like new again. Here are 5 key steps:
1. Supplier buys pre-loved tech
2. Data cleanse
3. Swap of faulty parts
4. External preparation
5. Sold via refurbed
What is refurbed?
Refurbed is an online marketplace for refurbished electronics. All refurbed Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunburst function like new, but are much cheaper. How is that the case? Once sourced, experts put our products through an up to 40-step refurbishment process to ensure that all products work and look like new. This results in us offering better value products that are also more sustainable.
Why should I buy my Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunburst from refurbed?
refurbed Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunburst are great value, at up to 40% cheaper than new. Equally as important is trust. We give you a minimum 12-month warranty on each device and a 30-day free trial period, during which you can return for a full refund. This means you save money, and get to test the device to make sure it works perfectly for you.
Why are refurbed Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts so cheap?
Every refurbed partner is specialised in certain brands. They mostly buy exhibit and corporate phones in large quantities at low prices. Their specialisation makes the renewal processes very efficient, resulting in 100% renewed products that are up to 40% cheaper than new devices.
What exactly do the product grades mean?
refurbed Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts work like new devices and therefore have no functional limitations. The visual condition of the devices can be selected based on your needs. What are the visual categories?
Premium (AA-Grading)
Premium Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts are visually identical to new, with no visible signs of wear or use. No scratches, scuffs, dents, or blemishes on the body or screen.
Excellent (A-Grading)
Excellent Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts have no dents, scratches or signs of wear visible from a distance of 30cm - neither on the body nor on the display.
Very Good (B-grading)
Very Good Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts may have minimal dents, scratches or wear on the body that can be seen from 30cm away. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is on.
Good (C-Grading)
Good Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts have visible signs of use such as scratches and/or dents on the body. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is switched on.
Premium (AA-Grading)
Premium Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts are visually identical to new, with no visible signs of wear or use. No scratches, scuffs, dents, or blemishes on the body or screen.
Excellent (A-Grading)
Excellent Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts have no dents, scratches or signs of wear visible from a distance of 30cm - neither on the body nor on the display.
Very Good (B-grading)
Very Good Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts may have minimal dents, scratches or wear on the body that can be seen from 30cm away. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is on.
Good (C-Grading)
Good Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunbursts have visible signs of use such as scratches and/or dents on the body. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is switched on.
How does the 30-day free trial work?
If you want to return your product for any reason, you can return it free of charge within 30 days. To do so, contact our partner directly via your refurbed account and let them know that you would like to exchange or return your device. You will receive a free return label from our partner by email or in your refurbed account. Alternatively, you can contact our refurbed customer service. We will be happy to help you and contact our partner.
What are my warranty terms?
We offer a minimum 12‑month warranty on all refurbed Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunburst. This covers any technical defects that might occur during this period and are not caused by your own fault.
Examples are:
- The device can no longer be switched on.
- The unit cannot find a network.
- The loudspeaker does not work.
The battery is also covered by the warranty. A distinction is made between wear and tear and technical defects. Technical defects are covered by the warranty and are characterised by abnormal behaviour. Abnormal behaviour could be, for example, that the device can only be charged up to 40%. Please note, your minimum 12‑month warranty is refurbed's voluntary commercial promise to you. This does not affect your statutory consumer rights
Examples are:
- The device can no longer be switched on.
- The unit cannot find a network.
- The loudspeaker does not work.
The battery is also covered by the warranty. A distinction is made between wear and tear and technical defects. Technical defects are covered by the warranty and are characterised by abnormal behaviour. Abnormal behaviour could be, for example, that the device can only be charged up to 40%. Please note, your minimum 12‑month warranty is refurbed's voluntary commercial promise to you. This does not affect your statutory consumer rights
How can refurbed guarantee the quality of your Yamaha SL500S Studio Lord Les Paul 1980 - Cherry Sunburst?
Only professional and certified partners are allowed to offer their electronic products via refurbed. We ensure this with ongoing quality tests and constant monitoring. Our partners are all located within the EU. This allows us to guarantee fast delivery times and optimal contact to always perform our best.
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We have planted over 6.6 million trees since our foundin, and we are very proud! We realised that planting trees alone does not tackle all of the environmental issues we a passionate about, however. That's why we now also support projects that
- restore landscapes — ecosystems are repaired and jobs are created, including tree planting along the way
- remove carbon from the atmosphere and store it permanently
- recycle electronic waste and reuse materials
- restore landscapes — ecosystems are repaired and jobs are created, including tree planting along the way
- remove carbon from the atmosphere and store it permanently
- recycle electronic waste and reuse materials
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