Shinko Music Acoustic Guitar Book 63 (Shinko Music Mook)

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60 years have passed since the birth of the first FG in 1966. This special feature explores the identity of Yamaha acoustic guitars through their history, sound design, technology, manufacturing, and testimonials from their users. The book includes interviews with musicians who use the guitar, such as Kosetsu Minami and Utano Shiraku, as well as an explanation by the design team about the evolution of the FG series from the first generation to the current FG9/FS9, and how they utilize acoustic analysis and simulation in their acoustic design and electronics-related technologies. Furthermore, it includes testimonies from manufacturing facilities both domestically and internationally, music store staff, and a collector who owns as many as 213 Yamaha guitars. This special 60th-anniversary edition explores the reasons behind Yamaha guitars' long-standing popularity from multiple perspectives: history, people, technology, manufacturing, and current lineup. 【CONTENTS】 Special Feature: Yamaha's Identity 60th Anniversary of Yamaha Acoustic Guitar [questionnaire] Musicians and industry insiders share their perspectives on what makes Yamaha unique: Tadae Yoshikawa, Kosetsu Minami, Takuya Miura (DEPAPEPE), ISEKI (Kimaguren), Erino Yumiki, Okayu, Kairi Okumoto (AKB48), Utano Shiraku, Ron Tyran, etc. [Interview] Minami Kousetsu [Interview] Shiraku Utano [History] A story of tradition and innovation spanning 60 years, starting with the first FG. [Interview & Test Analysis] The lineage of FG, passed down from the original FG developer to the current product manager. [Interview] The "Acoustic Design" method used to design Yamaha's sound. [Interview & Questionnaire] The "Yamaha Spirit" embodied within the staff involved in design and manufacturing around the world. [Buyer's Guide] Find the perfect one for you from our wide selection. [questionnaire] "Recommended guitars" as chosen by music store staff nationwide [Interview] Yamaha FG Collector Missile: Hamano's Testimony [Summary Interview] Things that have remained unchanged and things that have changed in 60 years of history [Interview] The thoughts behind renowned guitarist Chuei Yoshikawa's first new album in six years. [Interview] A guitarist recognized by Kieran Daniel and Tommy Emmanuel. [Interview] Andy McKee x Masaaki Kishibe x Kazuki Takao: A Special Roundtable Discussion Commemorating the 30th Anniversary of Water Road [Interview] FRETLAND The trio is back with the addition of Hidehisa Sasaki, who is active in many fields! Hardware [Guitar Analysis] Martin x Junya Tanouchi try out the new road series! [Special Roundtable Discussion] Singing with Maton [Episode 5] Sakuto × Kisaki Sakaguchi × Kota Hashimoto [New Product Review] NEW PRODUCTS CHECK UP Reviewer: Kazutaka Horio [Shop Report] MIKIGAKKI COCO GUITAR SHOP [Event Report] Morris Finger Picking Day 2026 [Event Report] Sound Messe in OSAKA 2026 [Event Report] TOKYO Handcrafted Guitar Festival 2026 Playing [Biographies of Great Acoustic Guitarists] Episode 20: Mabel Carter [Acoustic Guitar Lessons to Improve Your Fundamentals] Recipes for delicious side dishes and connecting phrases that professionals play unconsciously Guitar Score Clarence White "Wildwood Flower" (Complete Guitar Transcript) - Joni Mitchell "Both Sides, Now" (Solo Guitar Arrangement) Norah Jones "Don't Know Why" (Solo Guitar Arrangement) Editor K's "I Want to Learn More About Acoustic Guitar Repair!" [Part 3] Latest news & event information, etc. Editor's Postscript Show more