1970s Aria L-1000C

[Burr]

Up for sale is a 1970s Aria L-1000C, a well-made Japanese archtop from the Matsumoku era.
This is a 17" full-depth laminate archtop with a long scale (25.5) and Super 400-style headstock. The top, back, and sides are laminate; it has plenty of thunk while still feeling snappy from the long scale.
For context, it’s very similar in dimesnions to a Gibson Tal Farlow (this is a bit deeper I believe), but at a much more accessible price point. I’ve also owned a Tal and would be happy playing either instrument.

Condition

Good vintage condition with typical wear for its age:

• Binding shows some cracking in places (cosmetic, stable)
• Finish wear under the bridge — appears a previous owner glued the bridge down, and removal caused some finish chipping
• General light playwear and patina
• Structurally solid
  Frets are in excellent shape and were recently polished.

Playability / Setup

• Currently strung with LaBella 15–56 flatwounds
• Comfortable, clean-playing setup
• Feels right at home with heavier strings

Specs / Features

• 17" full-depth laminate body
• 25.5" scale
• Laminate spruce top. I believe maple laminate back/sides
• Multi-bound body and headstock
• Traditional F-holes
• Made in Japan (Matsumoku, 1970s)

Included

• Levy’s LM-20 padded leather gig bag

Price
Open to reasonable offers. I'm looking for $1350+ split shipping/fees, but I'm open to offers! Please ask any questions and if you'd like anything specifically pictured just ask!

[Burr]

Bump and lowered price to 1800!

[Burr]

Bump and price drop to $1600.

I'll miss this one, but I have some impending vet bills to get ahead of.

[Burr]

Bump and final price drop to $1350!

[AntonioBoros]

Hello I am Antonio from Hungary. My offer 800usd.

Thank you?

[Burr]

Hi Antonio. Thank you for the offer, but I can't ship internationally.

[AntonioBoros]

Hi! I would like to ask why you can't ship it? Shipping is easy with international mail. You have to pack the guitar well. I have already sent several guitars to America.