Yamaha A3R Vintage Natural Acoustic-Electric Guitar

Yamaha A3R Vintage Natural Acoustic-Electric Guitar – All-Solid Rosewood Tone & Professional Stage Performance

$1,469.99

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A professional-grade acoustic-electric built for players who want the depth and harmonic richness of rosewood paired with Yamaha’s road-ready stage performance platform.

All-solid rosewood back and sides deliver deep lows, sparkling highs, and rich harmonic complexity
Solid Sitka spruce top with A.R.E. treatment provides a more open and responsive feel
Dreadnought-style body produces powerful projection with balanced articulation
SRT2 pickup and preamp system delivers natural amplified tone with flexible stage control
Vintage Natural finish gives the A3R a clean and timeless professional appearance

The Yamaha A3R ARE is designed for musicians who need a serious stage acoustic with strong unplugged tone, dependable electronics, and the consistency Yamaha has become known for since 1959. Positioned within the upper tier of Yamaha’s A Series lineup, the A3R combines all-solid tonewoods, professional-grade electronics, and player-focused comfort into a platform built for real-world performance.

The solid Sitka spruce top features Yamaha’s A.R.E. Acoustic Resonance Enhancement treatment, helping the guitar feel more open and responsive from the start. Paired with all-solid rosewood back and sides, the A3R produces a broad and harmonically rich voice with deep lows, shimmering highs, and excellent sustain. It responds especially well to dynamic strumming, open chord work, and players looking for greater tonal complexity and projection.

The Traditional Western body shape draws inspiration from classic dreadnought designs while incorporating a more modern and comfortable playing feel. It delivers strong low-end presence and room-filling projection while maintaining enough balance and articulation for more expressive playing styles.

For live performance, Yamaha’s SRT2 pickup and preamp system provides a more natural amplified response with onboard microphone modeling and blend controls that help preserve the guitar’s acoustic character when plugged directly into a PA or recording setup. The controls feel practical, intuitive, and designed for working musicians rather than overcomplicated feature lists.

The overall construction, fit, and finish reflect Yamaha’s long-standing reputation for consistency and reliability. With its all-solid rosewood build, ebony appointments, and advanced electronics platform, the A3R ARE delivers the kind of stage-ready performance serious acoustic players often look for in a long-term working instrument.