Yamaha APX600
Overview
The Yamaha APX600 is a thin-body acoustic-electric guitar built for live performance, designed for gigging musicians and singer-songwriters who prioritize plugged-in tone and on-stage comfort. It features a spruce top with meranti back and sides, a nato neck, and a rosewood fingerboard with 22 frets " more than most acoustics provide. The thin-line body design significantly reduces bulk, making the guitar comfortable to play standing or sitting for extended periods, and reduces acoustic feedback when plugged in at higher volumes. The Yamaha System 65 undersaddle piezo pickup and preamp deliver clear, usable amplified tone with a built-in tuner for convenient stage use. Acoustically, the thin body produces a focused, mid-present tone with less bass projection than a full-depth guitar, but the design is specifically optimized for amplified performance rather than unplugged volume. Build quality is consistent with Yamaha's entry-level standards " reliable hardware, decent fretwork, and a comfortable neck profile. This guitar is the right choice for performers who need an affordable, stage-ready acoustic-electric that is easy to play all night. The thin body and laminate construction mean the unplugged acoustic sound is relatively modest compared to full-depth, all-solid instruments.
Acoustic Guitars
Thin-body acoustic-electric built for stage performance, featuring a piezo pickup system, slim profile for comfort, and 22 frets for extended range during live gigs.
Instrument Details
$299
Intermediate
Brand
Yamaha
Type
Concert Acoustic
Made In
China
Year
2017
