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Overview

Blueridge Guitars have a history of surprising people who play them. Those who think the Chinese import guitars aren't worth much have never played a Blueridge! There are many comparisons with these guitars and USA produced instruments that cost twice as much.

 

 

YAMS is now a Blueridge dealer - and we have several in stock. They cost more than the student-line guitars, but are well worth the investment because they are easier to play, stay in tune longer, and are just more fun to play!

 

 

Here are some quotes from around the Web:

From AcousticGuitar.com:
"..... mature tone and great playability....."
"The name Blueridge has long been associated with affordable instruments. Most recently, the brand received critical acclaim for its Chinese-made vintage Martin copies........."

"Tonally, the Blueridge was very impressive as well. Even though Simmons found the neck to be a bit too shallow, we all agreed that the guitar played great. True to the guitars it emulates, the BR-160 excelled when flatpicked. It displayed a great dynamic range, retained its rich tone when played hard, and displayed good balance throughout its range."

From MusicGearReview.com:
" Great sound for the price. Having played a few Martin and Taylor guitars in shops I can say that the Blueridge BR-60 is priced low for the quality of sound you receive."

From Harmony Central:
"Sound : 9/10 --- Here's where this guitar shines."

BR341

PARLOUR GUITAR - MAHOGANY

Developed in the spirit of creativity and prosperity that was felt in America after the turn of the century and from the aftermath of the Great San Francisco Quake of 1906, Saga musical instruments remembers the past by introducing the New Blueridge BR-341 Historic “Earthquake” Series Parlour-style guitars. The BR341 was developed from exceptional instrument examples from that time period - and clearly proves that quality can stand the test of time. Over 100 years later, those early parlour instruments still continue to be the best sounding and highest valued collectables on the market today.

Solid Sitka spruce top with X-pattern bracing
Solid mahogany back & sides
Natural high-gloss finish
Dark tortoise binding and matching soundhole rings
Rosewood fingerboard and pyramid-style bridge
Mahogany neck with traditional slotted peghead
High-quality, nickel-plated tuners with black plastic buttons
Bone nut and saddle
Nut width: 1 7/8"
Scale Length: 25.5"
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Suggested Retail Price: $995.00 - but Call or Contact YAMS for our price!

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BR361

PARLOUR GUITAR - ROSEWOOD

Made with the professional player and instrument aficionado in mind, the new BR-361 Parlour-style guitar has features that distinguish themselves visually and tonally from aything else on the market today. For example, each BR-361 includes a solid select Sitka spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood for the back, sides, and body binding. This combination of choice materials and quality workmanship assures for a deep, rich tone and a vintage look well beyond its price tag.

Solid Sitka spruce top with X-pattern bracing
Solid Indian rosewood back & sides and body binding
Herringbone top trim and matching soundhole rings
Natural high-gloss finish
Ebony fingerboard and pyramid-style bridge
Mahogany neck with diamond volute on back of peghead
Traditional slotted peghead
High-quality, nickel-plated tuners with grained ivoroid plastic buttons
Bone nut and saddle
Nut width: 1 7/8"
Scale Length: 25.5"
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Suggested Retail Price: $1,295.00 - but Call or Contact the store for the YAMS price!

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BR40

CONTEMPORARY SERIES DREADNAUGHT GUITAR

The BR-40 Blueridge guitar is certainly the workhorse of the Blueridge Contemporary line. Every detail makes for easy playability & a big, powerful tone. Features like a solid Sitka spruce top, mahogany back, sides, and peghead overlay. Gorgeous accoutrements like 5-ply body binding, mother-of-pearl inlays, and nickel-plated Kluson-style tuners. Authentic pre-war bracing ensures tone and volume just like the finest vintage guitars. The BR40 also features a select, solid Sitka spruce top with hand-carved parabolic braces in the authentic prewar forward X-pattern.

Mahogany back and sides
Natural high-gloss finish
Black 5-ply body binding (B/W/B/W/B)
Carved Mahogany, low profile neck with Mother-of-pearl dot position markers
East Indian rosewood fingerboard and bridge
Dovetail neck/body joint
Ornate mother-of-pearl peghead inlay
Bone nut and saddle
Black pickguard
Accurate vintage-style 14:1 ratio nickel-plated open-back tuners with butterbean-style buttons
Nut width: 1 11/16"
Scale length: 25.5"
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BR60

This moderately priced dreadnaught will stand the comparison visually and tonally to any guitar in this price range. Big, powerful, loud sound.
Select, solid Sitka spruce top with hand-carved parabolic braces in the authentic prewar forward X-pattern
Back, sides and peghead overlay of choice Rosewood
Natural high-gloss finish
Carved mahogany, low profile neck with Mother-of-pearl dot position markers
East Indian rosewood fingerboard and bridge
Dovetail neck/body joint
Ornate mother-of-pearl peghead inlay
Bone nut and saddle
Black pickguard
Accurate vintage-style 14:1 ratio nickel-plated open-back tuners with butterbean-style buttons
Nut width: 1 11/16"
Scale length: 25.5"
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Suggested Retail Price: $595.00 - but Call or Contact YAMS for our price!

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BR70

CONTEMPORARY SERIES DREADNAUGHT GUITAR

With exquisite Brazilian rosewood back and sides, and a full D-41 style abalone trim...the BR-70 dreadnaught is right at home on the stage or in your living room. Faithfully delivers solid prewar tone with a sharp modern look. Expertly applied white binding adorns the body, neck, and headstock. The abalone and pearl inlay work on the headstock and the back center stripe of intricate wood marquetry are touches of fine art. Aged-tone finish completes the vintage look. The slim mahogany neck and traditional dreadnought body make it a truly enjoyable guitar to play.

Select, solid Sitka spruce top with hand-carved parabolic braces in the authentic prewar forward X-pattern
East Indian rosewood fingerboard and bridge
Choice Brazilian rosewood back, sides and peghead overlay
Carved mahogany, low profile neck with Mother-of-pearl position markers
Natural high-gloss finish
Ornate mother-of-pearl peghead inlay
Intricate abalone pearl inlay on soundhole rosette, top and fingerboard
Delicate wood marquetry center strip on back
Bone nut and saddle
Black pickguard
Accurate vintage-style 14:1 ratio gold-plated open-back tuners with butterbean-style buttons
Nut width: 1 11/16"
Scale length: 25.5"
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Suggested Retail Price: $850.00 Call or contact the store for the YAMS price!

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BR160

HISTORIC SERIES DREADNAUGHT GUITAR

This Pre-war inspired "Herringbone" dreadnaught has it all! The BR-160's great sound and great looks are just part of what will make this one of the most desirable acoustic guitars in production today. Chosen by the readers of Guitar Player Magazine as the #3 guitar on the market today.

Select, solid Sitka spruce top with hand-carved parabolic top braces in authentic prewar forward X-pattern
Solid Indian rosewood back and sides with center strip of delicate wood marquetry
White body binding with delicate herringbone inlay around top
Slim mahogany neck with dovetail neck joint and adjustable truss rod
Rosewood bridge and bridge plate
Rosewood peghead overlay adorned with a unique Mother-of-pearl and abalone design
Saga's exclusive Dalmation style pickguard
Natural high-gloss finish with aged toner
Accurate vintage-style 14:1 ratio nickel-plated open-back tuners with butterbean-style buttons
Nut and saddle are made from bone
Nut width: 1 11/16"
Scale length: 25.5"
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BR140

HISTORIC SERIES DREADNAUGHT GUITAR

Traditional bracing with solid mahogany back and sides give the BR-140 a pure vintage sound. This understated yet, perfect guitar for any style of acoustic music. Fine black and white top purfling and the original abalone and pearl inlay work on the headstock are touches of fine art. Other features include all solid Honduran mahogany back and sides and solid Sitka spruce top. The BR-140 boasts a sound and style perfect for any style of music. Buy yours and never miss a tone or lick.

Select, solid Sitka Spruce top with hand-carved parabolic top braces in authentic prewar forward X-pattern
Solid mahogany back and sides
East Indian Rosewood fingerboard, bridge, and bridge plate
Saga’s exclusive Dalmatian tortoise pickguard
B/W/B plastic binding with fine black and white purfling on soundboard
Slim mahogany neck has adjustable truss rod and Dovetail neck joint
Nut and saddle are made from bone
Rosewood peghead overlay adorned with a unique Mother-of-pearl and abalone design
Natural high-gloss finish with aging toner for the perfect vintage look
Accurate vintage-style 14:1 ratio nickel-plated open-back tuners with butterbean-style buttons
Nut width: 1 11/16"
Scale length: 25.5"
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BR343

CONTEMPORARY SERIES "000" GUITAR - GOSPEL MODEL

A magnificent abalone and pearl chalice and cross graces the headstock, while the ancient locked ring symbol for the Trinity marks the fingerboard of the New Blueridge Gospel guitar- making it one of the most beautiful guitars ever made!

Select, solid spruce top with classic forward-X pattern, hand-carved parabolic braces
High-gloss, vintage sunburst finish top
Choice mahogany sides and back
Carved Mahogany, low profile neck with, dove-tail neck joint and 25.5" scale length
East Indian Rosewood fingerboard, bridge, and bridge plate
The fingerboard is tastefully inlaid with "The Trinity" inspired fret position markers of mother-of-pearl
The peghead adorned with a completely original,"cross and chalice" inlay of abalone and mother-of-pearl, in keeping with the Gospel theme
Black pickguard
B/W/B plastic binding with fine black and white purfling on soundboard
Accurate vintage-style 14:1 ratio gold-plated open-back tuners with butterbean-style buttons
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