Hall of Fame: Sakai 1970s SG-Style MIJ Electric Guitar in Cherry Red
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This Sakai SG-style guitar is a rare Japanese gem from the golden era of MIJ consumer export guitars. Still in immaculate condition given its age, this SG sounds absolutely superb and is a beastly shredder capable of heavy leads and tight rhythm tones.
This guitar represents a genuine slice of electric guitar history, built during a golden era of Japanese craftsmanship. It has just undergone a comprehensive service and professional setup by our in-house technicians, ensuring it plays beautifully and performs exactly as it should. You can plug in with confidence knowing it is fully dialled in and ready to go.
Specifications:
|
Year |
Circa 1970s |
| Made in | Japan |
| Body Material | Likely mahogany or similar hardwood, typical of Japanese SG copies of the era |
| Finish | Cherry red, gloss |
| Scale Length | Approx. 24.75 inch |
| Construction | Set-neck |
| Fretboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fret Count | 22 with pearl block inlays |
| Pickups | 2 x Humbuckers, neck chrome-covered, bridge black uncovered |
| Controls | 2 x Volume, 2 x Tone, 3-way toggle switch |
| Bridge | Tune-o-matic style bridge |
| Tailpiece | Stopbar tailpiece |
| Tuners | Vintage-style sealed tuners |
| Hardware Finish | Chrome |
| Date Sold | 18/02/2026 |
| Sold For | $800 AUD |