Alvarez/Yairi Guitars

Alvarez/Yairi Guitars

Alvarez guitars are known for their playability, warm tone, and elegant craftsmanship, making them a staple in studios and on stages around the world. Artists across genres trust Alvarez for reliable performance and musical expressiveness. With a legacy rooted in Missouri and Japan, Alvarez continues to evolve while honoring the artistry and innovation that built its reputation. Whether you're a touring musician or a weekend strummer, Alvarez offers a guitar that delivers both inspiration and lasting value.

Alvarez guitars were founded in 1965 by Gene Kornblum of St. Louis Music, initially as a line of Spanish-style guitars. In the late 1960s, Kornblum partnered with Japanese luthier Kazuo Yairi, who was renowned for his handmade classical guitars Together, they began producing high-quality steel-string and classical guitars for the Western market, gaining popularity in the US by 1970 for their quality and Japanese craftsmanship, offering a diverse range of acoustic instruments, eventually becoming known as Alvarez Yairi. This collaboration led to the development of the Alvarez-Yairi line, known for its meticulous hand craftsmanship, premium tonewoods, and traditional building techniques. From the beginning, Alvarez positioned itself as a brand dedicated to tone, innovation, and player-focused design.

Throughout the decades, Alvarez has remained a favorite among musicians for its consistently high-quality instruments at accessible price points. Alvarez has several innovations in acoustic guitar design, including their advanced scalloped bracing system and bi-level bridge for enhanced projection and tonal clarity. While mass production models are built in modern overseas facilities, Alvarez-Yairi guitars continue to be handcrafted in Kani, Japan, maintaining the legacy of Kazuo Yairi’s techniques. This balance of tradition and modern efficiency allows Alvarez to serve beginners and professional players alike.

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Alvarez Yairi Honduran Series FYM60HD Adirondack/Vintage Honduran Mahogany OM Acoustic Guitar #6630Alvarez Yairi Honduran Series FYM60HD Adirondack/Vintage Honduran Mahogany OM Acoustic Guitar #6630
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*Dread-Not Certified Used* Alvarez Yairi Honduran Series FYM60HD Adirondack/Vintage Honduran Mahogany OM Guitar  w/K&K Pickup #6102*Dread-Not Certified Used* Alvarez Yairi Honduran Series FYM60HD Adirondack/Vintage Honduran Mahogany OM Guitar  w/K&K Pickup #6102
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Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Shadowburst OM Acoustic Guitar #2506Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Shadowburst OM Acoustic Guitar #2506
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Alvarez Laureate Series LT70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/Rosewood OOO Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2970Alvarez Laureate Series LT70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/Rosewood OOO Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2970
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(Used) Alvarez Yairi DY-91C Spruce/Koa Cutaway Dreadnought Guitar w/Pickup #6708(Used) Alvarez Yairi DY-91C Spruce/Koa Cutaway Dreadnought Guitar w/Pickup #6708
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Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Shadowburst OM Acoustic Guitar #2501Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Shadowburst OM Acoustic Guitar #2501
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Alvarez Laureate LP70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/East Indian Rosewood Parlor Guitar w/LR Baggs HiFi Pickup #2029Alvarez Laureate LP70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/East Indian Rosewood Parlor Guitar w/LR Baggs HiFi Pickup #2029
Alvarez Yairi Masterworks Series FYM77 Reserve 1 of 6 Worldwide Adirondack/Flamed Black Walnut OM Acoustic Guitar #6668Alvarez Yairi Masterworks Series FYM77 Reserve 1 of 6 Worldwide Adirondack/Flamed Black Walnut OM Acoustic Guitar #6668
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Alvarez Laureate Series LF70e Herringbone Blacktop Sitka/Rosewood OM Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2023Alvarez Laureate Series LF70e Herringbone Blacktop Sitka/Rosewood OM Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2023
Alvarez Laureate Series LD70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/Rosewood Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2836Alvarez Laureate Series LD70e Herringbone Sunset Sitka/Rosewood Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2836
Alvarez Laureate Series LT66e Daybreak All Mahogany OOO Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #1802Alvarez Laureate Series LT66e Daybreak All Mahogany OOO Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #1802
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Alvarez Laureate Series LT60e Sunset Sitka/Mahogany OOO Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #1936Alvarez Laureate Series LT60e Sunset Sitka/Mahogany OOO Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #1936
Alvarez Laureate Series LP60e Sunset Sitka/Mahogany Parlor Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2943Alvarez Laureate Series LP60e Sunset Sitka/Mahogany Parlor Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2943
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Alvarez Laureate Series LDR70e Sitka/Rosewood Herringbone Sunset Slope Shoulder Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2869Alvarez Laureate Series LDR70e Sitka/Rosewood Herringbone Sunset Slope Shoulder Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #2869
Alvarez Laureate Series LD60e Sunset Sitka/Mahogany Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #1868Alvarez Laureate Series LD60e Sunset Sitka/Mahogany Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Hifi Pickup #1868
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Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Black Top OM Acoustic Guitar #2533Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Black Top OM Acoustic Guitar #2533
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Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Black Top OM Acoustic Guitar #2538Alvarez Masterworks Limited Edition 60th Anniversary MF70 Diamond Black Top OM Acoustic Guitar #2538
Alvarez Laureate LD70e Daybreak Sitka/East Indian Rosewood Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Pickup #2508Alvarez Laureate LD70e Daybreak Sitka/East Indian Rosewood Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Pickup #2508
Alvarez Masterworks Series MF60 Herringbone Sitka/African Mahogany Orchestra Model Acoustic Guitar #4206Alvarez Masterworks Series MF60 Herringbone Sitka/African Mahogany Orchestra Model Acoustic Guitar #4206
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Alvarez Laureate LF70e Sitka/East Indian Rosewood Folk/OM Guitar w/LR Baggs Pickup #0871Alvarez Laureate LF70e Sitka/East Indian Rosewood Folk/OM Guitar w/LR Baggs Pickup #0871