This mid-range model of Greco was a popular work-horse instrument and many arrive here with an amazing road worn patina, but still perfectly functional. This SE-500 has led a fairly charmed life - only a few signs of life on the finish, and the tobacco stained pick-up covers give away its age. It's 50 years old.
 
The original Maxon pick-ups are in rude health - providing that slightly scooped yet biting tone - they sound amazing with a little crunch. 
 
By this time, Matsumoku was fitting a more accurate version of the vintage style tremolo, and producing them at 25.5" scale unlike many of the earlier versions which are slightly shorter in scale and have the earlier bridge design. 
 
Imagine the price of a 1974 Fender, then compare it to this. These Matsumoku Grecos have a soul and character of their own - these pick-ups were the exact same units as found in USA bound Goya branded guitars - you know who found their sounds and styles with them!!