Morris WG-25 1970's or early 80's - Sunburst - Made in Japan
Luthier Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.68
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .87
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 1.18
Radius: 12
Scale:
Weight: 4 lbs 4.4 oz's
Truss Rod Maxed Out, Medium High Action
Comes in a Hard Case (pictuted)
$$$ 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 Morris WG-45 Sunburst — Japanese Golden-Era Slope-Shoulder Magic
Step into the golden age of Japanese guitar craftsmanship with this stunning late-1970s to early-1980s Morris WG-45. Inspired by the legendary Gibson J-45 slope-shoulder dreadnought, this Moridaira-built acoustic delivers the warm, woody, balanced voice that players chase—crisp attack, rich midrange punch, and open projection that fills a room without ever getting muddy.
The Look
Glowing vintage sunburst finish that radiates classic Americana charm. Most of the honest play-wear (light scratches and scuffs) lives on the back, leaving the top, sides, and neck looking clean and proud. This is true vintage character—earned, not forced. Lightweight at approximately 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs), it feels effortless on the strap or in your lap.
The Feel & Setup
Professionally set up for solid tone and playability. Comfortable mahogany neck with a profile that still feels great decades later. Rosewood fingerboard with classic dot inlays and matching rosewood bridge.
Current notes: Action is medium-high, and the truss rod is fully maxed out. Many players enjoy this setup for a robust, lively response, and it remains fully playable right out of the box. Further refinement is always possible down the road if desired.
The Sound
Bright, snappy attack with a surprisingly robust midrange punch that echoes those classic short-scale Gibson slope-shoulder acoustics. Woody, balanced, and articulate across the spectrum—clear highs that sparkle, warm mids that cut through a mix, and solid low end that never booms out of control. Built during the peak of Japanese “lawsuit-era” and high-quality replica craftsmanship with sturdy laminate construction typical of the era’s strong mid-tier Morris models. This guitar has already opened up beautifully with age.
Key Specs
• Origin: Made in Japan (Moridaira)
• Era: Late 1970s – early 1980s
• Body: Gibson J-45 style / slope-shoulder dreadnought variant
• Finish: Vintage sunburst
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard & Bridge: Rosewood with dot inlays
• Weight: 4 lbs 4.4 oz's
• Action: Medium-high (truss rod fully maxed)
This is the kind of instrument that makes you want to play all night. Perfect for singer-songwriters, folk players, blues enthusiasts, or anyone who wants authentic vintage vibe and tone without the collector-price markup of a true Gibson. It has been carefully maintained and is ready to go straight into your next session, gig, or living-room jam.
Don’t let this piece of Japanese acoustic history slip away. Message now for more photos, a sound sample, or to make it yours before someone else does.
🔥 This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. 🔥
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.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fair priced consignment service on the planet! Look for me online. @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. Please note there is a 10% restocking fee on guitar orders that have been purchased and paid for - that have been off the market for 24 hours or more, even if they have not been shipped or picked up by the carrier. We perform a final set up and change strings put when an order is placed and paid for. NO EXCEPTIONS
We do our best to honestly describe and photograph every guitar and most of the noticeable imperfections. That said, we are human, if something very small can be overseen, if tiny marks, dings or super fine scratches (normal wear) bother you, please don't buy.
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 family owned and run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling, returns without restocking fees 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, but USPS is the only available or reasonable carrier in certain situations. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. We can’t under value merchandise as it can not be properly insured. If you would like to discuss different avenues, contact us by phone 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.
Morris WG-25 1970's or early 80's - Sunburst - Made in Japan
Luthier Measurements:
Nut Width: 1.68
Neck Thickness at 1st Fret: .87
Neck Thickness at 12th Fret: 1.18
Radius: 12
Scale:
Weight: 4 lbs 4.4 oz's
Truss Rod Maxed Out, Medium High Action
Comes in a Hard Case (pictuted)
$$$ 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 Morris WG-45 Sunburst — Japanese Golden-Era Slope-Shoulder Magic
Step into the golden age of Japanese guitar craftsmanship with this stunning late-1970s to early-1980s Morris WG-45. Inspired by the legendary Gibson J-45 slope-shoulder dreadnought, this Moridaira-built acoustic delivers the warm, woody, balanced voice that players chase—crisp attack, rich midrange punch, and open projection that fills a room without ever getting muddy.
The Look
Glowing vintage sunburst finish that radiates classic Americana charm. Most of the honest play-wear (light scratches and scuffs) lives on the back, leaving the top, sides, and neck looking clean and proud. This is true vintage character—earned, not forced. Lightweight at approximately 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs), it feels effortless on the strap or in your lap.
The Feel & Setup
Professionally set up for solid tone and playability. Comfortable mahogany neck with a profile that still feels great decades later. Rosewood fingerboard with classic dot inlays and matching rosewood bridge.
Current notes: Action is medium-high, and the truss rod is fully maxed out. Many players enjoy this setup for a robust, lively response, and it remains fully playable right out of the box. Further refinement is always possible down the road if desired.
The Sound
Bright, snappy attack with a surprisingly robust midrange punch that echoes those classic short-scale Gibson slope-shoulder acoustics. Woody, balanced, and articulate across the spectrum—clear highs that sparkle, warm mids that cut through a mix, and solid low end that never booms out of control. Built during the peak of Japanese “lawsuit-era” and high-quality replica craftsmanship with sturdy laminate construction typical of the era’s strong mid-tier Morris models. This guitar has already opened up beautifully with age.
Key Specs
• Origin: Made in Japan (Moridaira)
• Era: Late 1970s – early 1980s
• Body: Gibson J-45 style / slope-shoulder dreadnought variant
• Finish: Vintage sunburst
• Neck: Mahogany
• Fingerboard & Bridge: Rosewood with dot inlays
• Weight: 4 lbs 4.4 oz's
• Action: Medium-high (truss rod fully maxed)
This is the kind of instrument that makes you want to play all night. Perfect for singer-songwriters, folk players, blues enthusiasts, or anyone who wants authentic vintage vibe and tone without the collector-price markup of a true Gibson. It has been carefully maintained and is ready to go straight into your next session, gig, or living-room jam.
Don’t let this piece of Japanese acoustic history slip away. Message now for more photos, a sound sample, or to make it yours before someone else does.
🔥 This guitar has been professionally set up and dialed in for optimal tone and playability. 🔥
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.
Consignment Services
Like what you see? Let us go to work for you. We offer the best and most fair priced consignment service on the planet! Look for me online. @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. Please note there is a 10% restocking fee on guitar orders that have been purchased and paid for - that have been off the market for 24 hours or more, even if they have not been shipped or picked up by the carrier. We perform a final set up and change strings put when an order is placed and paid for. NO EXCEPTIONS
We do our best to honestly describe and photograph every guitar and most of the noticeable imperfections. That said, we are human, if something very small can be overseen, if tiny marks, dings or super fine scratches (normal wear) bother you, please don't buy.
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 family owned and run business, not a big-chain retailer. We invest significant time, money and effort into every guitar. This is a NO TIRE-KICKING shop. There is no post purchase haggling, returns without restocking fees 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, but USPS is the only available or reasonable carrier in certain situations. Express services (UPS, DHL, FedEx) are always available. We can’t under value merchandise as it can not be properly insured. If you would like to discuss different avenues, contact us by phone 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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