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Yamaha
TransAcoustic Original Jumbo Guitar - Brown Sunburst
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Your Price: $1,549.99 CDN
or from $164 CDN/mo
Free Setup Included
In addition to the benefits of the Performance Warranty, we offer one complimentary setup with the purchase of a new or used guitar, to be redeemed at any Long & McQuade location within the initial free-warranty period (1-year on new, 90-days on used).
This Includes:
- Restring (Strings not included).
- Tighten and lubricate all hardware.
- Clean and test electronics.
- Replace battery if needed (Battery not included).
- Adjust or rehang loose wiring.
- Clean and condition the fingerboard.
- Fret polish to remove minor scratches, pits and corrosion.
- Cleaning of the entire instrument.
- Adjust truss-rod to correct neck relief.
- Adjust saddle radius to match fingerboard.
- Adjust action at bridge.
- File nut slots for proper string movement.
- Adjust intonation.
- Adjust tremolo bridge setting to player's preference.
- Add/remove trem-springs as needed (Parts not included).
- Adjust pickup balance.
- Full inspection and play test.
Long & McQuade Performance Assurance
Buying a new instrument is an exciting event and we want to ensure that every instrument we sell comes exactly how the manufacturer intended it to be. That is why Long & McQuade performs a quality control check for every stringed, brass, and woodwind instrument over $99 ordered online at Long-McQuade.com.
Our team of experienced staff will unbox your instrument and perform a detailed inspection to ensure it leaves our warehouse looking and playing great with our QC card signed and dated for your peace of mind.
We work hard to source the best instruments from around the world from the finest brands. It is important to us that you are completely satisfied with your new instrument purchase from day one onwards.
Stringed Instrument Performance Assurance Checklist
Unlike our free set-up, which is included within the first year of purchase, this process is done to have the instrument set to the factory specs rather than to each player's feel or preferences.
We look after the following:
- Inspect finish and hardware.
- Check electronics to make sure everything is in working order. Check batteries on active pickups.
- Inspect strings.
- Inspect frets and fretboard.
- Check truss rod. Adjust for bow and relief.
- Tune instrument to manufacturer’s specified tuning.
- Check/set action height.
- Stretch strings and re-tune instrument and ensure machine heads are working well.
- Check for fret buzz by playing every note.
- Check/set intonation.
- Check/set pickup height.
- Cleaning and professional repacking.
2 models to choose from:
Yamaha's new TransAcoustic guitar recreates the experience of playing in a rich, live room without needing any external amplification or effects - just the guitar itself. This is accomplished using an actuator installed on the inner surface of the guitar back which vibrates in response to the vibrations of the strings. The vibrations of the actuator are then conveyed to the body of the guitar, and to the air in and around the guitar body, generating authentic reverb and chorus sounds from inside the body.
Three simple knobs let you adjust the degree of effect applied and the lineout volume level. Additionally, Yamaha kept the controls small to minimize the area of the holes in the body material, thereby reducing acoustic sound loss.
• Reverb Control (Room / Hall)
• Chorus Control
• TA Switch / Line Out Volume Control
Features:
• The body is an all-solid guitar based on the L-series.
• A modified non-scalloped bracing design retains the L series characteristic bright tone while enhancing the low end.
• Treating the tops with Yamaha's exclusive A.R.E. process gives the instrument a rich, vintage quality tone, making it sound as though you'd been playing it for years, from the very first moment you pick it up.
• The fact that this guitar has been designed with an insistence on sound quality is what allows it to produce effected sounds that feels pure and natural.
• Straighter neck taper and hand-rolled fingerboard edges result in an instrument that can be played for hours without any stress.
• The 5-ply neck design featured in all TransAcoustic Guitars is constructed of rosewood and mahogany plies with a double-action adjustable rod, creating a strong, stable neck that resists warping.
• Newly designed battery box is integrated into the end-pin jack. This requires fewer holes in the body, thus reducing acoustic sound loss. Connect the cable from the jack to a PA or amp to use as an acoustic electric guitar.
Specs:
Body Shape: Yamaha Original Jumbo
Scale Length: 650mm (25 9/16")
Body Length: 513mm (20 3/16")
Total Length: 1046mm (41 3/16")
Body Width: 415mm (16 5/16")
Body Depth: 100-125mm (3 15/16" - 4 15/16")
Nut Width: 44mm (1 3/4")
String Spacing*: 11.0mm
Top Material: Solid Engelmann Spruce A.R.E.
Back Material: Solid Rosewood
Side Material: Solid Rosewood
Neck Material: Mahogany + Rosewood 5ply
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: R400mm (23 5/8")
Bridge Material: Ebony
Nut Material: Urea
Saddle Material: Urea
Bridge Pins: Black ABS with White Dot
Tuners: Die-cast Gold(TM29G)
Body Binding: Maple + Black
Soundhole Inlay: Abalone + Black + White
Pickguard: Transparent
Body Finish: Gloss
Neck Finish: Matt
Electronics: SYSTEM70 TransAcoustic + SRT Piezo Pickup
Controls: Reverb(Room/Hall) / Chorus / TA Switch / Line Out Vol
Connections: LINE OUT
Strings: Elixir NANOWEB 80/20 Bronze Light
Accessories: Hex Wrench, 2 x AA Batteries
Case: Hard Bag
Three simple knobs let you adjust the degree of effect applied and the lineout volume level. Additionally, Yamaha kept the controls small to minimize the area of the holes in the body material, thereby reducing acoustic sound loss.
• Reverb Control (Room / Hall)
• Chorus Control
• TA Switch / Line Out Volume Control
Features:
• The body is an all-solid guitar based on the L-series.
• A modified non-scalloped bracing design retains the L series characteristic bright tone while enhancing the low end.
• Treating the tops with Yamaha's exclusive A.R.E. process gives the instrument a rich, vintage quality tone, making it sound as though you'd been playing it for years, from the very first moment you pick it up.
• The fact that this guitar has been designed with an insistence on sound quality is what allows it to produce effected sounds that feels pure and natural.
• Straighter neck taper and hand-rolled fingerboard edges result in an instrument that can be played for hours without any stress.
• The 5-ply neck design featured in all TransAcoustic Guitars is constructed of rosewood and mahogany plies with a double-action adjustable rod, creating a strong, stable neck that resists warping.
• Newly designed battery box is integrated into the end-pin jack. This requires fewer holes in the body, thus reducing acoustic sound loss. Connect the cable from the jack to a PA or amp to use as an acoustic electric guitar.
Specs:
Body Shape: Yamaha Original Jumbo
Scale Length: 650mm (25 9/16")
Body Length: 513mm (20 3/16")
Total Length: 1046mm (41 3/16")
Body Width: 415mm (16 5/16")
Body Depth: 100-125mm (3 15/16" - 4 15/16")
Nut Width: 44mm (1 3/4")
String Spacing*: 11.0mm
Top Material: Solid Engelmann Spruce A.R.E.
Back Material: Solid Rosewood
Side Material: Solid Rosewood
Neck Material: Mahogany + Rosewood 5ply
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: R400mm (23 5/8")
Bridge Material: Ebony
Nut Material: Urea
Saddle Material: Urea
Bridge Pins: Black ABS with White Dot
Tuners: Die-cast Gold(TM29G)
Body Binding: Maple + Black
Soundhole Inlay: Abalone + Black + White
Pickguard: Transparent
Body Finish: Gloss
Neck Finish: Matt
Electronics: SYSTEM70 TransAcoustic + SRT Piezo Pickup
Controls: Reverb(Room/Hall) / Chorus / TA Switch / Line Out Vol
Connections: LINE OUT
Strings: Elixir NANOWEB 80/20 Bronze Light
Accessories: Hex Wrench, 2 x AA Batteries
Case: Hard Bag
Media
Youtube video product demo
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A gift from the guitar gods ! 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Pickering, Ontario
This guitar is a gift from the guitar gods. \nTylor, Gibson, and Martin look out there’s a new guitar in town and it’s breath taking. The sound touches your soul. I too would have paid twice the price for it. I purchased it at tje Pickering store and the staff them self’s had told me it was their favourite guitar in the store. For all you guitar artists you need to try out this beautiful work of art. I have four guitars and every time I pick up the Yamaha trans acoustic guitar my \nwife herself says what an incredible sound for the ears and the soul.
Posted by Frank Deneault on Dec 21, 2021
Simply a go to guitar Great Sound 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Tracadie, New Brunswick
Amazing acoustic guitar and with the trans acoustic feature. making it very inspiring and a joy to play. Fit and finish (especially the top finish) not as good as my other guitar which cost me twice as much, but yes I am fussy. This guitar should come with rechargeable 1.5 volt AA batteries which I finally found on AliExpress. also a spare battery holder would be handy but Yamaha does not sell only the holder but the whole unit for about $85.00; so do not break or lose it. Bought this guitar 15 months ago from Long and McQuade in Tracadie N.B. truly great and helpful people to deal with.
Posted by Angus on Jul 16, 2020
Sound of Silence 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Brampton, Ontario
Just an amazing guitar. Romancing the blues with this amazing piece of wood. Love the fgta and lsta Series, but this takes the cake. A must have. Good job Yamaha. ❤️😇🎼🎸😎🇨🇦
Posted by Melvin on Jun 25, 2020
Fantastic idea, Solid Value 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Victoria, British Columbia
Just bought it. The effects are awesome and I mean awesome, adds a whole new vibe and is an enjoyable experience. The quality of the guitar is decent, it does play fairly well but it's not a Taylor 814ce by any stretch of the imagination. However, the price tag is worth the guitar..throw in the effects and you have really good value that can attend the stage and campfire without fear.
Posted by Jeff on Jun 22, 2020
Finally bought one! 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Edmonton Highlands, Alberta
I have been looking at it in various Guitar shops over the last couple of years. I bought an LL16 a few years ago, loved it, but sold it to thin out herd.
This is the same guitar, but with transacoustic electrons.
It is built, feels, sounds,plays, and is great! It is a must have acoustic.
A definite keeper. It puts a smile on my face every time I play it.
This is the same guitar, but with transacoustic electrons.
It is built, feels, sounds,plays, and is great! It is a must have acoustic.
A definite keeper. It puts a smile on my face every time I play it.
Posted by Craig on Nov 30, 2019
Can?t play other guitars anymore 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Waterloo, Ontario
Spent more than a week researching this model, listening in youtube how the guitar sounds like with reverb and chorus.
It is vastly different from hearing it from the net! I am overally impressed by how it really sounds by your side!!! Like natural shout ‘wow!!’ Comes from my mouth.
Now I can’t play any guitar without the reverb effect. It adds so much to original sound that really moves and touches my heart. I feel like I am at a big hall with the sound ringing out all the way. I am also pleasantly surprised by the chorus effect. When I heard chorus effect on youtube, it was a bit disappointing because it sounded artificial and not of a very special function. But when I heard it by my ears, it kind of adds a beautiful tone with a mild chorus effect. And I kind of feel that it increases volume with max reverb effect.
The guitar itself is impeccable with no flaws. I love its simple yet decorated design with abalone rosette and marks on fretboard. The vintage model has a orange-like color that suits well with ARE technology applied spruce top.
The original sound of the guitar is loud and bright. The sustain and strength of the sound was great that I thought the reverb effect was on. Lol
One thing I wish this guitar had is one extra effect rather than reverb and chorus. I’m really impressed with reverb, and chorus yet one more effect would have been very nice (trinity lol).
The guitar do have a strap button at the bottom but needs to be strapped at the neck because it doesn’t have a strap button on the other side.
The sound plugged in to an amp is great too as you can also apply the reverb and chorus effect through tue amp.
In conclusion, before buying this guitar, brand yamaha was to me as unappealing, low-entry guitar brand. Now I al very impressed with its quality and the tone of this guitar.
I really can’t play any guitar without reverb!
It is vastly different from hearing it from the net! I am overally impressed by how it really sounds by your side!!! Like natural shout ‘wow!!’ Comes from my mouth.
Now I can’t play any guitar without the reverb effect. It adds so much to original sound that really moves and touches my heart. I feel like I am at a big hall with the sound ringing out all the way. I am also pleasantly surprised by the chorus effect. When I heard chorus effect on youtube, it was a bit disappointing because it sounded artificial and not of a very special function. But when I heard it by my ears, it kind of adds a beautiful tone with a mild chorus effect. And I kind of feel that it increases volume with max reverb effect.
The guitar itself is impeccable with no flaws. I love its simple yet decorated design with abalone rosette and marks on fretboard. The vintage model has a orange-like color that suits well with ARE technology applied spruce top.
The original sound of the guitar is loud and bright. The sustain and strength of the sound was great that I thought the reverb effect was on. Lol
One thing I wish this guitar had is one extra effect rather than reverb and chorus. I’m really impressed with reverb, and chorus yet one more effect would have been very nice (trinity lol).
The guitar do have a strap button at the bottom but needs to be strapped at the neck because it doesn’t have a strap button on the other side.
The sound plugged in to an amp is great too as you can also apply the reverb and chorus effect through tue amp.
In conclusion, before buying this guitar, brand yamaha was to me as unappealing, low-entry guitar brand. Now I al very impressed with its quality and the tone of this guitar.
I really can’t play any guitar without reverb!
Posted by Anonymous on Sep 7, 2019
LL TA 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Peterborough, Ontario
A fraction brighter than desired with reverb, but the tone is punchy and voiced in a manner well suited to playing in bands, or places that absorb the shimmer, such as carpets, or large groups.
One of those guitars you buy when your trying something else ( a Taylor in my case) and listen to someone playing it. I had to have it!
And I?m still loving it.
One of those guitars you buy when your trying something else ( a Taylor in my case) and listen to someone playing it. I had to have it!
And I?m still loving it.
Posted by Ricardo on Dec 1, 2018
Old Rocker 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Pembina), Manitoba
Just picked up this guitar.Amazing sound,so easy to play,feels very comfortable.Quality is fantastic.Very glad I bought it.Pick one up,you wont regret it.Would of bin nice if it had a built in tuner but minor.
Posted by ed plikett on Oct 24, 2018
Huge wow factor 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Edmonton Mayfield, Alberta
I go way back with a passion for Yamaha handcrafted guitars. I had an LL 20 that I should never have given up! This LLTA is incredible. Without any of the electronic add-ins it is a totally beautiful acoustic instrument. All the electronic features are pure gravy. It blows away all of my other guitars when plugged in.
Posted by John Spearn on Jun 14, 2018
Simply gorgeous guitar. 10 of 10 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Cobourg, Ontario
Fit and finish are superb. Acoustic sound without the ta engaged rivals my Martin dreadnaughts! This guitar is an absolute steal at this price... I would have paid twice the price for this level of workmanship, detail and sound. TA is amazing acoustically AND plugged in. Just a gorgeous guitar all round.
Posted by John Kardos on Apr 3, 2018
Simply the most satisfying acoustic guitar I have every played 16 of 17 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Calgary Royal Vista, Alberta
We guitarists can be an oddly nostalgic group of people. We tend to appreciate things designed and built in the late 50's or 60's. Many of us prefer the sounds produced by old radio tubes and we covet aged, solid, "tone" woods. And, of course, we tend to be suspicious of modern technology.
Now, despite all of these semi-truths there are some wonderful innovations that have evolved to make our lives easier, and sometimes delivering more joy that I deserve. If I am honest, I plug my guitars into Apple Logic Pro X much more that into my old tube amps. (Shhh. Don't tell anyone.)
So, now I bought a Yamaha TransAcoustic - even thought it has a circuit board mounted to the inside of the guitar. I have owned and played some very nice, and occasionally expensive acoustic guitars, I have Custom Shop Fenders and VOS Gibson electrics. And, I can say without reservation that my Yamaha TransAcoustic is 1000% more satisfying to play than any other acoustic I have every played. Strong words? I know, right. But, the built in reverb and chorus (I didn't even think that I liked chorus) make this guitar very, very satisfying to play. And, because you don't need to plug into an amp to get the effects, in addition to it sounding great to me, when other people hear the guitar they are always puzzled because it sounds so great but they can't quite figure out why. After all, it just looks like any other 'cheap' acoustic guitar. I never rush to tell anyone about the technology or electronics inside the the guitar. I'll just let them believe that I am just that-awesome of a guitar player.
The workmanship and woods are also great, BTW. Nice job, Yamaha!
Now, despite all of these semi-truths there are some wonderful innovations that have evolved to make our lives easier, and sometimes delivering more joy that I deserve. If I am honest, I plug my guitars into Apple Logic Pro X much more that into my old tube amps. (Shhh. Don't tell anyone.)
So, now I bought a Yamaha TransAcoustic - even thought it has a circuit board mounted to the inside of the guitar. I have owned and played some very nice, and occasionally expensive acoustic guitars, I have Custom Shop Fenders and VOS Gibson electrics. And, I can say without reservation that my Yamaha TransAcoustic is 1000% more satisfying to play than any other acoustic I have every played. Strong words? I know, right. But, the built in reverb and chorus (I didn't even think that I liked chorus) make this guitar very, very satisfying to play. And, because you don't need to plug into an amp to get the effects, in addition to it sounding great to me, when other people hear the guitar they are always puzzled because it sounds so great but they can't quite figure out why. After all, it just looks like any other 'cheap' acoustic guitar. I never rush to tell anyone about the technology or electronics inside the the guitar. I'll just let them believe that I am just that-awesome of a guitar player.
The workmanship and woods are also great, BTW. Nice job, Yamaha!
Posted by Fozder on Feb 23, 2018
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- Performance Guarantee: Normal wear and tear is covered, so your product will be performing as well as the day you purchased it for the entire duration of the coverage. Band and Orchestral Performance Warranty does not include replacing pads or cleaning for woodwind instruments, unless deemed necessary by our repair staff. Ultrasonic cleaning for brass instruments will be provided if deemed necessary by our repair staff, but is not routinely offered under the Performance Warranty.
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- Accessory Coverage: Any peripheral devices or accessories that come with your product (i.e. foot pedal, case) are also covered.
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Long & McQuade reserves the right to restrict the purchase of additional years of Performance Warranty. Used products come with a 3-month Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Some products (i.e. computers, software, cymbals and other items) are covered only by the manufacturer‘s warranty. Consumables (i.e. strings, reeds, drum sticks, batteries, tubes, cross faders) are excluded as they are designed to be replaced. Cosmetic Damage, Accidental Damage, or problems caused by Humidity or Temperature Issues are not covered. Speakers damaged by overpowering are generally not covered. Our coverage does not provide compensation for loss of use. As of June 2018 the Performance Warranty is no longer transferable. The warranty is only valid in Canada.
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Some manufacturers provide warranties for longer than 1 year; however, these are usually limited warranties that do not provide the same coverage as the Long & McQuade Performance Warranty. Customers interested in more complete and convenient (but not necessarily longer) coverage are still able to purchase additional years of the Performance Warranty.
If you are interested in receiving this coverage for longer than one year, you have the option of purchasing additional years of the Performance Warranty. The pricing is as follows:
- NEW products: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year.
- USED products: 4% of the current new selling price to increase the warranty from 3 months to 1 year. 4% for each additional year.
- GUITARS: 4% of the current new selling price to double the warranty from 1 year to 2 years. 4% for each additional year. $45 maximum. An additional free setup is not included with additional purchased years of Performance Warranty.
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| Product | SKU | Qty |
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| TransAcoustic Original Jumbo Guitar - Brown Sunburst | 491264 |
