Yamaha Transacoustic LS-TA BS
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Yamaha
Transacoustic LS-TA BS
Product Info
Article Number:
386238
Brand:
Yamaha
Model:
Transacoustic LS-TA BS
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,318.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The LS-TA BS is a really thoughtful design – the TransAcoustic system is genuinely useful for practice and smaller gigs, and the solid wood construction gives it a rich, mature tone. It’s a great option for intermediate to advanced players who want a versatile acoustic with built-in amplification, or someone who travels frequently and wants a self-contained acoustic experience.
Product Description
- Yamaha Transacoustic LS-TA BS
- Steel-String Guitar
- Design: Concert
- Top: Engelmann spruce
- solid
- Back & sides: Rosewood
- solid (Dalbergia latifolia)
- 5-Ply neck: Mahogany / Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
- Fretboard and bridge: Ebony
- Nut width: 44 mm
- Scale: 650 mm
- 20 Frets
- Body depth: 100 - 125 mm
- System 70 TransAcoustic preamp + SRT piezo pickup
- Colour: Brown Sunburst
- Incl. soft case
PROS
- • Engelmann spruce top delivers a responsive, balanced tone with clear projection.
- • Rosewood back and sides add warmth and sustain, excellent for fingerstyle.
- • System 70 TransAcoustic technology offers impressive built-in amplification without external power.
- • Ebony fingerboard and mahogany/rosewood neck provide smooth playability and comfortable feel.
CONS
- • Rosewood can be prone to cracking in very dry climates, requiring careful humidity control.
- • The TransAcoustic system, while convenient, isn’t a replacement for a high-end acoustic amp.
- • The brown sunburst finish, while attractive, might not appeal to players seeking a more traditional look.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Engelmann spruce
Back & Sides
Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Neck Material
Mahogany / Rosewood (Dalbergia latifolia)
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
650 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
System 70 TransAcoustic preamp + SRT piezo pickup
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The System 70 offers a different character – more natural and less processed than many pickups, but lacks the tonal shaping options of an external preamp.
Yamaha is committed to responsible sourcing; the rosewood used is from managed forests and complies with CITES regulations, though it's always good to inquire further at the point of purchase.
The neck is a comfortable 'C' shape, slightly slimmer than some of Yamaha's older models, making it quite accessible for a wide range of players.
