Yamaha A1R II TBS
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Yamaha
A1R II TBS
Product Info
Article Number:
451028
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
A1R II TBS
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$867.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The A1R II TBS is a really solid choice for a working musician needing a dependable, amplified acoustic. It's got a bright, punchy sound thanks to that solid top, and the pickup system is surprisingly good for the price. Perfect for singer-songwriters or anyone who needs a guitar that can hold its own in a band setting.
Product Description
- Yamaha A1R II TBS
- Steel String Guitar
- Build: Dreadnought
- Top: Solid spruce
- Bottom and sides: Laminated rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fretboard and bridge: Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- 20 Frets
- Scale: 650 mm
- Nut width: 43.0 mm
- Built-in preamp system 72 + SRT piezo pickup
- Colour: Tobacco brown sunburst
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a surprisingly resonant and balanced tone.
- • Mahogany neck provides comfortable playability and warmth.
- • TBS finish enhances appearance while maintaining acoustic integrity.
- • The 72 + SRT pickup system offers a usable amplified sound for stage or recording.
CONS
- • Laminated rosewood back and sides limit the overall tonal complexity.
- • The neck profile might feel a little thick for players preferring slimmer necks.
- • TBS finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Laminated Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
Yamaha 72 + SRT Piezo Pickup System
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 72 + SRT system is a decent piezo, but lacks the nuance of premium acoustic pickups; it’s perfectly serviceable for basic amplification, but won't replicate a premium system's clarity.
The TBS finish is primarily aesthetic, but the thinner coating allows the wood to vibrate more freely than a thicker gloss finish, potentially offering a slight improvement in acoustic projection.
With a 43.0 mm nut width, it's a fairly standard width; some players with smaller hands might find it a touch wide, but most will be comfortable, especially after a professional setup.
