1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100
Heritage Cherry Sunburst
'59 Les Paul Standard Copy
Serial: 3015210
Luthiers Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.69
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .82
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .95
Weight: 8.5 lbs
Comes in Original Hard Case
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings, Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
🔥 Vintage Mojo Monster: 1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100 – All Original with Killer Flame Top! 🔥
Step back into the golden era of Japanese guitar craftsmanship with this all-original 1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100. A true homage to the "Golden Era" of late 50's Gibson's, Tokai’s “Love Rock” series was built to rival the best Les Pauls of the day — and this one delivers big time with authentic ’80s character, with a real 50's vibe, stunning visuals, and that addictive vintage tone.
The body features a beautiful SICK flame maple top that explodes with rich, chatoyant figuring under a deep, vibrant Heritage Cherry Sunburst (often called “Summers” finish in collector circles). The nitrocellulose lacquer has aged gracefully over 40+ years, giving it that warm, checked patina that only time can provide. It’s a head-turner — the kind of top that catches the light from across the room and screams premium quality.
Yes, this guitar has lived. It carries real vintage mojo with honest battle scars: typical play wear including buckle wear on the back, dings, dents, and scratches that tell the story of nights on stage and in the studio. There’s a touched-up ding on the front side of the headstock. These aren’t flaws — they’re badges of honor that add soul and character. Overall, it’s in nice shape for a 43-year-old instrument: solid, structurally perfect, and far from a beater.
Under the hood (or rather, under that gorgeous top), it houses a pair of DeMario PAF-style pickups — the real deal for that classic, articulate humbucker voice. These pickups are the heart and soul of this guitar. Plug in and prepare to be transported:
• The neck pickup delivers buttery-smooth, vocal-like warmth with sweet, singing highs and a dynamic midrange that responds beautifully to your touch. Clean tones are lush and round; roll up the gain and it blossoms into thick, creamy sustain perfect for blues, jazz, or soaring leads.
• The bridge pickup brings the heat — punchy, articulate attack with just the right amount of growl and harmonic complexity. It cuts through a mix with authority while retaining that vintage PAF openness and airiness. Think rich, woody overdrive that feels alive and organic, not sterile or compressed.
Together, they produce incredible tone: massive sustain, excellent note separation, and that elusive “woodsy” resonance that makes a great Les Paul-style guitar addictive to play. Chords ring with authority, single notes bloom and sing — it’s the kind of guitar that makes you want to keep playing long after the gig ends.
This 1983 LS-100 has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal playability and tone. Low, comfortable action, spot-on intonation, and everything working perfectly. The mahogany neck feels broken-in and inviting, the rosewood board is smooth, and the whole instrument is light and resonant.
If you’re chasing that perfect blend of vintage vibe, killer looks, and real-deal playable tone without the modern repro price tag, this is your guitar. It’s imperfect in all the right ways — worn, loved, and ready for its next chapter.
Serious players only. This one has soul.
DM for more photos, videos, or to discuss price/shipping. No tire-kickers — this beauty deserves a good home.
The 1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100 is a high-end, Japanese-made vintage electric guitar featuring a 2-piece carved maple top (often curly/flamed), 1-piece mahogany back, and a 1-piece mahogany neck with a slim 60s-style profile. It boasts premium vintage specs including a nitrocellulose finish, fret-edge binding, long neck tenon, and typically comes with Factory-optioned DiMarzios.
Specifications (1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100):
- Body: 2-piece solid curly or plain maple top with a 1-piece mahogany back.
- Neck: 1-piece mahogany, set neck with long neck tenon.
- Fretboard: Rosewood, 22 frets, fret-edge binding.
- Scale Length: 24.75 inches
- Pickups: DiMarzio PAFs.
- Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer.
- Bridge/Tailpiece: Aluminum stopbar and Tune-o-Matic style bridge.
- Tuners: Kluson-style single-line tuners.
🔥This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content. Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100
Heritage Cherry Sunburst
'59 Les Paul Standard Copy
Serial: 3015210
Luthiers Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.69
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .82
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: .95
Weight: 8.5 lbs
Comes in Original Hard Case
$$$ It has just been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. It has low action with no buzzing. The frets are in perfect condition and polished to shine like a mirror, it is truly stage or studio ready/worthy. Including New Strings, Perfect Intonation, Truss Rod Adjustment and Low Action Read Our Feedback and Rest Assured, The Dude Abides!
🔥 Vintage Mojo Monster: 1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100 – All Original with Killer Flame Top! 🔥
Step back into the golden era of Japanese guitar craftsmanship with this all-original 1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100. A true homage to the "Golden Era" of late 50's Gibson's, Tokai’s “Love Rock” series was built to rival the best Les Pauls of the day — and this one delivers big time with authentic ’80s character, with a real 50's vibe, stunning visuals, and that addictive vintage tone.
The body features a beautiful SICK flame maple top that explodes with rich, chatoyant figuring under a deep, vibrant Heritage Cherry Sunburst (often called “Summers” finish in collector circles). The nitrocellulose lacquer has aged gracefully over 40+ years, giving it that warm, checked patina that only time can provide. It’s a head-turner — the kind of top that catches the light from across the room and screams premium quality.
Yes, this guitar has lived. It carries real vintage mojo with honest battle scars: typical play wear including buckle wear on the back, dings, dents, and scratches that tell the story of nights on stage and in the studio. There’s a touched-up ding on the front side of the headstock. These aren’t flaws — they’re badges of honor that add soul and character. Overall, it’s in nice shape for a 43-year-old instrument: solid, structurally perfect, and far from a beater.
Under the hood (or rather, under that gorgeous top), it houses a pair of DeMario PAF-style pickups — the real deal for that classic, articulate humbucker voice. These pickups are the heart and soul of this guitar. Plug in and prepare to be transported:
• The neck pickup delivers buttery-smooth, vocal-like warmth with sweet, singing highs and a dynamic midrange that responds beautifully to your touch. Clean tones are lush and round; roll up the gain and it blossoms into thick, creamy sustain perfect for blues, jazz, or soaring leads.
• The bridge pickup brings the heat — punchy, articulate attack with just the right amount of growl and harmonic complexity. It cuts through a mix with authority while retaining that vintage PAF openness and airiness. Think rich, woody overdrive that feels alive and organic, not sterile or compressed.
Together, they produce incredible tone: massive sustain, excellent note separation, and that elusive “woodsy” resonance that makes a great Les Paul-style guitar addictive to play. Chords ring with authority, single notes bloom and sing — it’s the kind of guitar that makes you want to keep playing long after the gig ends.
This 1983 LS-100 has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal playability and tone. Low, comfortable action, spot-on intonation, and everything working perfectly. The mahogany neck feels broken-in and inviting, the rosewood board is smooth, and the whole instrument is light and resonant.
If you’re chasing that perfect blend of vintage vibe, killer looks, and real-deal playable tone without the modern repro price tag, this is your guitar. It’s imperfect in all the right ways — worn, loved, and ready for its next chapter.
Serious players only. This one has soul.
DM for more photos, videos, or to discuss price/shipping. No tire-kickers — this beauty deserves a good home.
The 1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100 is a high-end, Japanese-made vintage electric guitar featuring a 2-piece carved maple top (often curly/flamed), 1-piece mahogany back, and a 1-piece mahogany neck with a slim 60s-style profile. It boasts premium vintage specs including a nitrocellulose finish, fret-edge binding, long neck tenon, and typically comes with Factory-optioned DiMarzios.
Specifications (1983 Tokai Love Rock LS-100):
- Body: 2-piece solid curly or plain maple top with a 1-piece mahogany back.
- Neck: 1-piece mahogany, set neck with long neck tenon.
- Fretboard: Rosewood, 22 frets, fret-edge binding.
- Scale Length: 24.75 inches
- Pickups: DiMarzio PAFs.
- Finish: Nitrocellulose lacquer.
- Bridge/Tailpiece: Aluminum stopbar and Tune-o-Matic style bridge.
- Tuners: Kluson-style single-line tuners.
🔥This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. Unless otherwise noted in the listing, It features low action with no buzzing or dead spots, perfect intonation, a brand-new set of American-made strings, and a straight neck with a fully functional truss rod. If needed the frets have been leveled, dressed, crowned, and polished to a mirror shine. The fingerboard has been thoroughly cleaned (unfinished rosewood and ebony boards are treated with Fret Doctor, a premium all-natural oil). All electronics function flawlessly. The guitar has been deep-cleaned and detailed and arrives stage- or studio-ready. 🔥
About The Guitar Dude
Three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer worldwide. Specializing in premium Gibson, classic Fender guitars from all eras and the best Japanese made treasures. Known for the highest-quality consignment sales and custom layaway plans (available on select guitars and extendable beyond 45 days to fit your budget—contact us for details).
Often copied, never duplicated. Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for beautiful guitar content. Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. @TheGuitarDude
Our Guarantee
We stand behind every guitar we sell. “Good enough” is never good enough. Every instrument is inspected, set up, and tested by multiple people immediately before shipping. We deliver the highest standard of quality and have built a reputation as a three-time NAMM Top 100 Dealer since 2009. The Dude Abides.
Neck & Setup - (unless otherwise noted)
- Neck is perfectly straight with no truss-rod issues.
- Intonation is spot-on.
- Professionally set up with low action and new American-made strings.
- All frets are dressed, leveled, crowned (if needed), and all frets on all guitars are polished to shine like new with no divots.
Return Policy, Restocking Fees & No Tire-Kicking Policy
We follow Reverb’s 7-day return policy. However:
- You must notify us in writing within 3 days of delivery (per tracking) of your intent to return.
- Original shipping and return shipping costs are not refunded unless the guitar is damaged in transit or is significantly not as described.
- A 15% restocking fee applies to all returns for any reason other than damage in transit or significantly not as described.
We record demo videos of every guitar before shipping to document exact condition and performance. Additional photos, measurements, or in-hand descriptions are available upon request prior to purchase.
Minor adjustments and tweaks to a set up (for example to correct a slight buzz or truss-rod tweak) are normal after shipping due to carrier mishandling the package, climate & atmospheric changes, especially when moving from South Florida to colder or less humid environments. These slight issues do not constitute “significantly not as described.” Guitars must be returned in the exact same condition as received/advertised or additional repair/restocking fees will apply.
We are a small business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling or partial refunds. If minor cosmetic marks, tiny imperfections, or the possibility of a post-shipping setup tweak makes you uncomfortable, please do not buy. Plenty of large retailers offer free trials and can absorb shipping costs—we do not.
Payment, Shipping & International Duties
- All items can be shipped internationally. Buyer is fully responsible for all import duties, taxes, and customs fees.
- We accept PayPal, PayPal Credit, Affirm, and other major payment methods.
- Most U.S. shipments are sent via UPS or FedEx with full insurance, tracking, and signature confirmation. All packages are professionally packed for maximum protection.
International Shipping Note
International shipping prices shown are for most countries. Certain countries have higher costs. We try and avoid USPS and mostly ship UPS. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Thank you for considering The Guitar Dude. We look forward to earning your business and delivering a guitar that exceeds your expectations. Contact us anytime for questions, consignment inquiries, layaway details, or a personalized shipping quote.
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