Used Rider R-500D Yasuo Momose Vintage Acoustic Guitar

Description

This Rider R-500D is an uncommon vintage Japanese acoustic guitar associated with respected Japanese guitar builder Yasuo Momose. Rider instruments from this period are considerably less common on the used market than the major Japanese export brands, making this an interesting find for players and collectors drawn to vintage Japanese craftsmanship.

The R-500D follows a traditional dreadnought acoustic format, giving it the projection, low-end authority, and broad dynamic response associated with larger-bodied steel-string guitars. It is a natural fit for folk, country, bluegrass, Americana, singer-songwriter music, acoustic rock, and traditional flatpicking, while also offering the character many players specifically seek from an older, well-played acoustic.

The Yasuo Momose connection adds particular interest to this instrument. Momose became highly regarded within Japanese guitar building, and instruments connected with his work have developed an enthusiastic following among players interested in Japan's guitar-making history. This Rider represents a less commonly encountered chapter of that tradition.

For recording, a vintage dreadnought like the R-500D can provide a character quite different from a new production acoustic. Its strong fundamental and mature acoustic response can work well for rhythm tracks, flatpicked parts, roots-oriented arrangements, and singer-songwriter sessions where a distinctive acoustic texture is desirable.

Because this is a vintage and relatively uncommon model, we are intentionally avoiding assumptions about specifications or originality that cannot be confirmed from the instrument itself. Please use the photos to evaluate the exact woods, construction details, bracing, tuners, bridge, saddle, nut, pickguard, finish, labels, stamps, serial markings, previous repairs, modifications, and included case or accessories.

Condition

This Rider R-500D Yasuo Momose acoustic is used, tested, and fully functional. As a vintage instrument, it shows normal signs of age, wear, and previous use. Age-related cosmetic wear may include scratches, dings, finish checking, finish wear, pick wear, hardware aging, discoloration, and other evidence of its history.

For the exact condition, please refer carefully to the photos provided. Vintage acoustic guitars may have undergone maintenance or repairs during their lifetime, so the photos should be considered part of the description when evaluating the neck, frets, bridge, saddle, top, back and sides, binding, tuners, internal construction, finish, previous repairs or modifications, and overall originality.

Key Features

• Rider R-500D acoustic guitar
• Vintage Japanese acoustic
• Associated with Japanese builder Yasuo Momose
• Uncommon Rider-branded instrument
• Traditional dreadnought body format
• Full-size steel-string acoustic
• Strong acoustic projection
• Full-bodied dreadnought response
• Excellent for rhythm playing
• Well suited for flatpicking
• Great for folk and country
• Excellent for bluegrass and Americana
• Suitable for singer-songwriter music
• Great for acoustic rock and roots music
• Distinctive vintage acoustic character
• Interesting Japanese guitar-making history
• Less commonly encountered vintage model
• Strong appeal for collectors of Japanese guitars
• Excellent alternative to more common vintage acoustic brands
• Suitable for studio recording
• Genuine age and playing wear
• Exact production year should be verified from instrument markings when possible
• Exact tonewoods and construction details should be confirmed from the instrument
• Originality of tuners, bridge components, pickguard, and other hardware is not assumed
• Previous repairs or modifications should be evaluated from the photos
• Exact case and included accessories should be confirmed from the photos

This product has been tested, is fully functional, and includes a 30-day warranty for in store purchases. For the exact condition, please refer to the photos provided. If you have any questions, call or text 770-931-9190. We are happy to assist you! If you're in the Atlanta area, stop by and bring your trades. Connect with a buyer here

Online Purchase Policy

If you are not satisfied with your online purchase, contact the originating Music Go Round store within 48 hours of receiving your shipment to obtain return authorization instructions.

• All returns must be sent to the store where the item was originally purchased.
• Customers are responsible for return shipping costs unless the item arrived damaged or has an undisclosed defect.
• Refunds are limited to the purchase price of the product. Original shipping charges are non-refundable except for returns due to shipping damage or an undisclosed defect.
• Refunds or exchanges are issued after the originating store receives and inspects the returned item.
• Returned items must include all original packaging, accessories, manuals, and any other contents included with the shipment.

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