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Yamaha APXT2EW 3/4-size Thin-line Cutaway Acoustic-electric Guitar - Natural

6-string Acoustic-electric Guitar with Mango Top, Meranti Back and Sides, Hardwood Neck, and Rosewood Fingerboard - Natural
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Small Performer's Guitar with Great Big Possibilities!

Step up to a performer's guitar in a compact size with the exotic-wood Yamaha APXT2EW acoustic-electric guitar! This premium upgrade to the Yamaha APXT2 gives you the quality and performance of one of Yamaha's all-time best-selling instruments in a smaller scale. Based on the super-popular APX500, the 3/4-size APXT2EW is a fun and easy-to-play instrument that's perfect for smaller hands and those looking for a great travel guitar. What's more, Yamaha outfitted the APXT2EW with a System 68 contact pickup and active preamp, which includes a shandy onboard tuner for the stage or studio. Add to that a padded gig bag, and you're ready to play anywhere with your Yamaha APXT2EW acoustic-electric guitar.

Undersized design provides oversized possibilities

You don't have to have small hands to appreciate the APXT2EW's undersized ergonomics. If you're looking for a great guitar you can kick back on the couch and strum while you're away on your next long road trip - one with looks that are perfect for any stage - the 3/4 scale of the Yamaha APXT2EW may be perfect for you. Of course its smaller-than-average scale is also great for new guitar players, too, but at 1-11/16", the nut is easily wide enough to accommodate full-sized fingertips.

Onboard electronics let you play (in tune) anywhere

You'd be surprised to know how many gigging musicians, even well-known professionals, actually prefer to gig with guitars like the Yamaha APXT2EW acoustic-electric model. That's because you can take this comfortable, shallow-body guitar anywhere, plug in, and get full-bodied acoustic tone through the PA, courtesy of the onboard ART-based pickup system. What's more, Yamaha gave the APXT2EW one of their proprietary tuners, which let you tune up quickly, without needing to plug in extra gear.

Yamaha APXT2EW Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:

  • An undersized version of Yamaha's super-popular APX500 acoustic-electric guitar
  • Exotic wood finish looks great on any stage
  • 3/4-sized design is perfect for smaller hands, beginners, and guitarists on the go
  • Mango-topped meranti delivers balanced tone and natural acoustic sound
  • Onboard ART-based preamp and System 68 contact pickup let you plug in anywhere
  • Built-in tuner lets you tune quickly and accurately, without the need for extra gear

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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: APX 3/4-size Thinline
  • Body Style: Single cutaway
  • Back & Sides Wood: Tonewood
  • Top Wood: Meranti with Mango Veneer Top
  • Finish: Gloss
  • Color: Natural
  • Neck Wood: Nato
  • Radius: 15.75"
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Number of Frets: 21
  • Scale Length: 22.81"
  • Nut Width: 1.6875"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: Urea
  • Bridge Material: Rosewood
  • Tuning Machines: Covered chrome
  • Electronics: System 68 with ART 1-way Contact Pickup
  • Case/Gig Bag: Gig Bag
  • Manufacturer Part Number: APXT2EW NA

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Customer Reviews

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Rated 5/5

Great guitar!!

Beautiful to look at, natural acoustic sound, full resonance, punchy when needed.....and I haven't plugged into an amp yet. Offers much, much more than the price point. Don't think about it, buy it!!
Music background: Have played acoustic and electric guitar gor 64 years. Professional guitar player and teacher.
Rated 5/5

Yamaha apx acoustic electric mini

Damn Great Sound unbelievable can't set it down easy to play intonation great all the way down its Little Neck but I have big hands and it can handle any player amazing a must for any guitar player to have around it's great thank you Sweetwater Melissa was great what a great access to your company
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APXT2EW 3/4-Size Thin-Line Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar-Natural

Had been looking for a smaller sized, easy to play guitar with a good sound that didn't break the bank. My issues with larger sized guitars revolve around damaged shoulders not allowing me to play comfortably for any length of time. The Yamaha fits my needs totally. My shoulders are much happier as is my bank account. I would highly recommend this guitar for those having a need for a affordable, smaller guitar with a good sound quality.
Rated 5/5

Best travel guitar ever

For such an inexpensive guitar, it sounds great and is petite enough to play on a bus. Stays in tune unbelievably well. I took it to Vietnam and it travelled like a champ, on busses, trains and planes. Plug into an amp and it sounds like a big grown up guitar. The fretboard is great for small hands. It plays easy, and the finish looks super cool. I LOVELOVELOVE this "cheap " guitar!
Rated 5/5

This is a competent little workhorse.

If you need or want a travel workhorse this guitar fits the bill. As it stands alone its tone and volume is more than adequate. If you plug it in you will get a powerful controllable sound. The action is great and it fills a niche for those who are looking for a smaller size with plenty of punch. Try one out. You'll be surprised at what you can do with it.
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