I purchased this guitar used and used it for recording. The tuning is stable, and the sound is pleasing, so I liked it, but I am selling it to purchase new equipment. I believe it is from the era known as "Japan Vintage." I think it can still be used. I will ship it in a YAMAHA hard case, but consider it a bonus as it is for transportation. Please consider this item if you understand that it is a used item. Aria aria Guild guild D-50 copy