Alvarez Yairi DYMR70SB - Japan 2022

Crafted with precision and care in Kani, Japan, this 2022 Alvarez Yairi DYMR70SB is a beautifully built, high-performance dreadnought that blends old-world craftsmanship with modern playability. Finished in a gorgeous vintage sunburst, this guitar is visually stunning and sonically powerful—a world-class acoustic in both tone and feel.

This example is in as-new condition, save for two very small marks near the heel—barely noticeable and purely cosmetic. The rest of the guitar presents immaculately, with no fretwear, no top blemishes, and a clean, glossy finish throughout.

What sets this model apart is not just its gorgeous looks, but the attention to technical refinement and build quality. The DYMR70SB features a slotted headstock, AAA-grade solid Sitka spruce top, and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides—a tonewood pairing known for its powerful projection and rich tonal complexity. Every detail is dialled in: hand-scalloped X-bracing, a bone nut and saddle, and a clear, understated pickguard that lets the fine grain and burst top speak for itself.

The Yairi lineage stretches back decades, synonymous with old-world luthiery techniques paired with innovative design. Each guitar is handcrafted by a small team of master builders, with a level of precision rarely seen at this price point. The result? A guitar that’s not just beautifully built—but deeply musical.

Tonally, this Yairi is bold and responsive. The low end is rich but tight, the mids are clear and balanced, and the highs shimmer with articulation. It handles both fingerstyle and strumming with grace, offering a robust and nuanced voice that feels alive under the player’s hands. The action is comfortable across the neck, and the setup offers excellent playability straight out of the case.

A truly inspiring 12-fret dreadnought that blends tradition, tone, and timeless elegance.

Comes in OHSC.

Features:

Action at 1st fret: 0.5mm

Action at 12th fret: 1.5mm

Neck depth at 1st fret: 21.93mm

Nut Width: 45.15mm

12 fret width: 56.74mm

Weight: 2.02kg / 4.46lb

Model: Alvarez Yairi DYMR70SB

Year: 2022

Made in: Japan (Kani workshop)

Top: Solid AAA Sitka spruce

Back & Sides: Solid East Indian rosewood

Neck: Mahogany, 12-fret joint

Fingerboard: Ebony

Bridge: Ebony with bone saddle

Bracing: Hand-scalloped X-bracing

Nut & Saddle: Bone

Headstock: Slotted with rosewood overlay

Pickguard: Clear, low-profile

Finish: Gloss Sunburst

Scale Length: 25.5"

Case: Original Alvarez Yairi hard case