Acoustic Serial Number List?
Since apparently nobody else has created a serial number list for the Daion acoustic guitars, I guess this will be the place for it. If there is enough interest, I will create and manage the list for all acoustic models.
Please post comments about other models on appropriate category pages. I cannot move posts to other pages, so unrelated posts will be removed or not approved.
If you would like your Daion Acoustic guitar on the list, I need model (Mk.1, Heritage, 80, Legacy, etc…) color, serial number, 6 or 12 string, and your location. Might add if it has a factory pickup in it, or other significant details. Email your info to michaelcallahan01@gmail.com
Daion 80
100433 6/12 Double Neck (UK)
100448 6string (Winnipeg, CAN)
100825 12string solid headstock (BC, CAN)
April 6, 2010 at 10:51 pm
daion 80/12 twelve string .mahogany ply back and sides,solid spruce top with bookmatched mahogany veneer facing.rosewood fingerboard and bridge,brass nut and saddle,maple binding on body,neck and headstock.solid headstock,not slotted as some were made.serial number sent
March 5, 2011 at 9:09 am
also looks like bubinga veneer on the headstock.
April 6, 2010 at 10:59 pm
Thanks Neil, you are first!
April 10, 2010 at 7:03 pm
Daion Ym50 #9052405.It is identical to a Yamaki Ym50 of ’76 except it has Daion on the front of the headstock. I am a bit puzzled because all the Daion’s I have found online have the name on the back with just the emblem on the front. Any thoughts. Thanks
March 5, 2011 at 9:10 am
i always thought daions started out as a high end yamaki and then went out on their own.this could explain why earlier models are different.just a thought.
December 20, 2010 at 9:16 am
My Dad has a Daion ’78 Century ser. no 101344. He’s had it since the eighties and it’s a great sounding guitar. Not sure what wood the various components are made of but would like to find more info about the company and their guitars!
January 19, 2011 at 11:22 am
I have a Daion Heritage ’78. Serial 826093d I have had it since 1985, but haven’t played it for 18 years ! So I had the frets re-dressed, machine heads overhauled and an under-bridge pick-up added, no pre-amp. Work done by Dan Macpherson of DM Guitars here in Southend, UK. Sounds SO sweet acoustically – an amazing rich tone, and fantastic through my Marshall AS 50d. Rediscovering the joy of my Daion ! (a few photos on facebook site)
March 8, 2011 at 7:12 pm
Found a Daion Acoustic no model number but has serial number of A1227. They claim it is a 70′s guitar. Spruce top made in Japan rosewood sides and back. with top and bottom white binding. Very new to guitar so any info would be great .
Thank you,
Mike
April 22, 2011 at 2:27 pm
i have a diaon guitar sereal number 105216 as well model aj078h.can someone tell me year value ?
May 15, 2011 at 2:37 am
I have a black Daion serial no D124B , it also has a signiture of Melissa Etheridge in gold across the front. Brought from a second hand dealer 16 years ago.. Any info would be great
May 19, 2011 at 9:30 pm
I have a Caribou ’81 serial number 108888 could be 108868.Bought it from a salesman when the company closed. I believe that was late 70′s or early 80′s. Cedar top with maple sides and back. Very bright sound. Still looks and sounds great.
July 10, 2011 at 8:39 am
i picked up a Daion Junior Acoustic Electric, great playing and great sounding, neck is a little ” beefier ” for my hands, serial # is 281009D. any info would be appreciated. Thanks for the site.
August 10, 2011 at 7:10 pm
I was given an unmolested in the original case blonde 81 Caribou serial # 113222. This guitar is easily 95% like new. Gorgeous tiger strip maple sides, arched back, and head stock. Brass inlay work, brass nut and bridge, ebony pins, and original pickup. Nicest guitar I own. What is this guitar worth? I’m located in Sarasota Florida
Brad Tritschler
October 17, 2011 at 4:09 am
Hi All , back here in South Africa l have a ‘the ’81 Caribou’ Serial no 83131 and a mark behind the last digit either a weak printed 8 or it looks li a ‘R’ printed back to front. cannot really make it out, but for sure it is the real mckoy!!!
Bought it in 1982 for SAR R500.00 secondhand, but it was still brand new never used, still in it’s case!!. what a gem!
September 1, 2011 at 7:16 pm
I have a Daion Mugen MK II 12string, serial number is S0060606-does any know what year this was made, and what apporximate current value is? I would so appreaciate any infromation you could share with me.
Thank you!
CJ
September 1, 2011 at 8:34 pm
Might want to cross-post in Q and A section.
September 18, 2011 at 10:03 am
I have a 6 string acoustic Daion. Model YD-36 Ser# 141201. Been trying to find year and worth of this guiter. I have had it for about 26 years and I got it used. Hard to find anything on line giving me info on this guitar.
October 27, 2011 at 1:58 pm
Great to see the site back up & running! I am an original owner of a Daion MUGEN Mark II 12-string. Number on neck block inside is 109252. I purchased it new about 1982.
October 27, 2011 at 7:40 pm
Interested in selling my 81 Caribou like new. Blonde color like a gorgeous women. Call Brad (941)716-1042
January 5, 2012 at 2:26 pm
I have an L-999 Daion in great condition. Serial number is
# 101093. Any idea what its worth? It sure is a fine guitar.
January 15, 2012 at 10:42 pm
The list price of the Guitar new was 539 us If it is in ‘excellent’ shape, it should hold its value. Damage decreases value of course
January 15, 2012 at 10:35 pm
I have an L99 AY092 Ser 103554 Bought new in 1982 Edmonton Ab Canada.
Recently found a Year series at the Acoustic music shop here as well AY02B Ser 821177d
January 19, 2012 at 2:28 pm
I have an L99 AY092 Ser 103554 Bought new in 1982 Edmonton Ab Canada.
Recently found a Year series at the Acoustic music shop here as well AY02B Ser 821177d
*I have a correction to make. The guitar I formerly thought was a year series is in fact a Mk III acoustic
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April 7, 2012 at 9:11 am
I HAVE DAION 6 string the #101388 this is above that #
AY032B can’t find anything about this whould like to have more info about it thanks johnny