Yamaha AC3R Acoustic-Electric Guitar – All-Solid Rosewood Concert Body

Yamaha AC3R Vintage Natural Acoustic-Electric Guitar – Concert Comfort & All-Solid Rosewood Tone

$1,469.99

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A professional-grade concert-body acoustic-electric built for players who want the depth and harmonic richness of rosewood paired with exceptional comfort and stage-ready performance.

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
Concert-style cutaway body offers balanced articulation and outstanding playing comfort
SRT2 pickup and preamp system delivers natural amplified tone with flexible live control
Vintage Natural finish gives the AC3R a clean and timeless professional appearance

The Yamaha AC3R ARE is built for players who want the comfort and articulation of a concert-style acoustic without sacrificing the depth and tonal complexity typically associated with larger-bodied instruments. Positioned within the upper tier of Yamaha’s A Series lineup, the AC3R combines all-solid construction, advanced electronics, and player-focused ergonomics into a highly capable professional acoustic-electric platform.

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 AC3R produces a broad and harmonically rich voice with deep lows, shimmering highs, and excellent sustain. The tonal response feels balanced and articulate, making it especially well suited for fingerstyle players, singer-songwriters, and dynamic acoustic performers.

The concert-style cutaway body provides a more compact and comfortable playing experience compared to larger dreadnought-style acoustics, while still maintaining impressive fullness and projection. Its balanced low end and focused articulation also help the guitar sit naturally in live mixes and recording environments.

For stage use, Yamaha’s SRT2 pickup and preamp system delivers a more natural amplified response with onboard microphone modeling and blend controls designed to preserve the guitar’s acoustic character when plugged directly into a PA or recording setup. The controls remain intuitive and performance-focused without unnecessary complication.

The overall construction, fit, and finish reflect Yamaha’s long-standing reputation for consistency and reliability since 1959. With its all-solid rosewood build, ebony appointments, and advanced electronics platform, the AC3R ARE delivers the kind of long-term performance serious acoustic players often look for in a dedicated stage instrument.