Vintage Westone Thunder 1A Version 3 Left-Handed – Pre-Owned

Discover a rare gem for southpaws with this pre-owned left-handed Westone Thunder 1A Version 3 electric guitar, crafted in the mid-1980s by Japan’s legendary Matsumoku factory, renowned for its precision and quality. This Version 3 model, designed specifically for left-handed players, blends vintage ’80s style with versatile tone, making it a must-have for lefty guitarists and collectors seeking that iconic Japanese craftsmanship.

Please note that this guitar is Pre-owned and is being sold by us on behalf of the customer, We therefore cannot post this item.

Key Features:

• Body – laminated Ash, Maple and Walnut
• Neck – 3-ply Maple,
• Rosewood fingerboard. 24.75 inch scale, 22 frets
• Pickups – 2x Hammer Humbuckers
• Electronics –  Master Volume, Master Tone, 3 way selector switch Controls – coil tap, phase, active on/off switches.
• Hardware: Brass high-mass bridge for superior sustain and tuning stability, complemented by Westone-branded tuners and the classic script-logo headstock, all configured for left-handed play.
• Finish: Natural finish

This left-handed Thunder 1A v3 is a tonal beast, perfect for rock, blues, or any genre that demands clarity and punch. As a used instrument, it shows signs of its gigging history: light surface scratches on the body, some dents on the back of the neck, no fret wear (still highly playable), The brass hardware is discoloured. Please see pictures.

A true find for left-handed players or collectors chasing Matsumoku’s ’80s magic.