Put an unbleached bone nut on it and cleartone strings and your guitar gets louder. I did that to my 2011 AC3R and my CPX1200II and both came to life from it. It doesn’t sound like a larger guitar but it got louder and better. The resonance of real bone is better than nubone. I think Yamaha made the LLX16 to be their loud and large dreadnought.
Would you get a used one in 10/10 - 9/10 condition for 500 euro? If not what would you look at for a do it all acoustic guitar (I play electric and want one good acoustic to have)
Good question. When you say a do it all Acoustic Guitar does that include bluegrass Music ? If not I think the Yamaha A3R is very good value for 500 euros. For the extra volume you might want 2017 version of the A3R. The 2011 version is just a bit less loud and also slightly more affordable. If volume is not a major concern to you the 2011 model should be fine. You might also want to consider the concert size version of these Guitars. For the fact that you mentioned you play an electric guitar I think the AC3R or AC3M would suit you better. They're more comfortable to play. Transitioning from an electric guitar to a concert body should feel easier. Thanks for the question 🙂
So would you get it your self for the price you are paying for it today? Or do you know any better choices. I was looking at this guitar today, but since the a3r is from 2017 im not so sure anymore.
Hey... Sorry for the late reply! Honestly for $899 today I won't get this guitar because my needs have changed. You can get this guitar for $700 or less on reverb or eBay. About better choices for same money I would have to say that depends sir. For a great guitar on stage this Yamaha is hard to beat. Plus you also getting some cool materials like an ebony fretboard and bridge usually found on higher end guitars. You also getting a AAA grade top plus a AAA grade back and sides. If your primary reason is to play heavily or often on stage this guitar is hard to beat for the money.. feedback reduction, microphone modelling etc will be available at your finger tips. If you won't be needing all that and are primarily interested in a good sounding guitar just acoustically then check out the "Recording King" guitars. They are almost unbeatable sir. I can assure you will find no or very very very little difference between them and the famous Martin guitars. Scalloped bracing , slotted headstock infact all the great specs the world has come to love about Martin guitars at insane insane insane prices. Remember if you get one of these and later want to be "the stage guy" you could always fit in a great pick up like the LR baggs, k & K pickup etc.. But ofcourse you won't have all the options the Yamaha offers. My main downside with the 2011 Yamaha is the volume when playing unamplified. Don't get me wrong it has decent volume that most people would be ok with. It's just that for my needs I wanted a louder guitar. The 2017 model is louder though so you might want to consider that if volume is a requirement for you. Best thing would be to try these guitars at a store and make your decision. But if you don't have the opportunity and can only buy online you can trust my recommendations sir. One last thing ive heard of the bridge coming of the recording king but of course that also happens to the very high end guitars like the lowdens etc. Not a big issue though could just be reglued. Never heard of any bridge issues with the Yamaha A series so far. They are quite ridgedly built.
I play a lot unamplified too.. I just hope playing it a lot will not only make it mature in sound but volume. Would be glad to hear your stories too about ur guitars😁
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I love what you were playing.I have an AC5R 2018 model and it is fantastic.
Aaww.. I want one.
Thanks! Great playing!
U welcome sir ☺️
Try the new models. They scalloped the bracing on the top. Now they project nicely
I like the sound i have an ac1r but was considering an entry level taylor
Great review
Put an unbleached bone nut on it and cleartone strings and your guitar gets louder. I did that to my 2011 AC3R and my CPX1200II and both came to life from it. It doesn’t sound like a larger guitar but it got louder and better. The resonance of real bone is better than nubone. I think Yamaha made the LLX16 to be their loud and large dreadnought.
👍 Great playing and singing
Great info sir. I really appreciate it 😊
Nice playing. How was this recorded? Regards
Hi... sorry for the late reply. This was simply recorded with my Nokia 7plus phone. Just about four feet away.
@@theguitarschoolproject3785 Thanks man. Don't apologize, your reply was almost instant :-) Keep on rocking!
Would you get a used one in 10/10 - 9/10 condition for 500 euro? If not what would you look at for a do it all acoustic guitar (I play electric and want one good acoustic to have)
Good question. When you say a do it all Acoustic Guitar does that include bluegrass Music ? If not I think the Yamaha A3R is very good value for 500 euros. For the extra volume you might want 2017 version of the A3R. The 2011 version is just a bit less loud and also slightly more affordable. If volume is not a major concern to you the 2011 model should be fine. You might also want to consider the concert size version of these Guitars. For the fact that you mentioned you play an electric guitar I think the AC3R or AC3M would suit you better. They're more comfortable to play. Transitioning from an electric guitar to a concert body should feel easier. Thanks for the question 🙂
@@theguitarschoolproject3785 Thanks for the reply! I'll look into those options
@@theguitarschoolproject3785 just got the seller to lower the price to 420 euro with hardshell case. Definitely gonna buy now hahaha
Wow.. you are just a fortunate chap🙂. Which model are you getting? A3R, A3M, AC3R, AC3M, A1R, A1M, AC1R, AC1M
@@theguitarschoolproject3785 2016 unused A3R
I've had two a3r and returned both. They are hard to fret and a noticeable volumn drop on the 1,2,3 strings. Would not recommend.
Really appreciate your comment sir. Thanks a bunch for sharing your experience 😊
By the way do you own any smaller Guitars like an OM or 000 or smaller
@@theguitarschoolproject3785 no. I have a Takamine F360e and some electric guitars.
Volume - you need to drive a dreadnought with heavy guage strings!
What capo do You use
Can't even remember what I used unfortunately... But I will recommend the "G7th capo"
So would you get it your self for the price you are paying for it today? Or do you know any better choices. I was looking at this guitar today, but since the a3r is from 2017 im not so sure anymore.
Hey... Sorry for the late reply! Honestly for $899 today I won't get this guitar because my needs have changed. You can get this guitar for $700 or less on reverb or eBay. About better choices for same money I would have to say that depends sir. For a great guitar on stage this Yamaha is hard to beat. Plus you also getting some cool materials like an ebony fretboard and bridge usually found on higher end guitars. You also getting a AAA grade top plus a AAA grade back and sides. If your primary reason is to play heavily or often on stage this guitar is hard to beat for the money.. feedback reduction, microphone modelling etc will be available at your finger tips. If you won't be needing all that and are primarily interested in a good sounding guitar just acoustically then check out the "Recording King" guitars. They are almost unbeatable sir. I can assure you will find no or very very very little difference between them and the famous Martin guitars. Scalloped bracing , slotted headstock infact all the great specs the world has come to love about Martin guitars at insane insane insane prices. Remember if you get one of these and later want to be "the stage guy" you could always fit in a great pick up like the LR baggs, k & K pickup etc.. But ofcourse you won't have all the options the Yamaha offers. My main downside with the 2011 Yamaha is the volume when playing unamplified. Don't get me wrong it has decent volume that most people would be ok with. It's just that for my needs I wanted a louder guitar. The 2017 model is louder though so you might want to consider that if volume is a requirement for you. Best thing would be to try these guitars at a store and make your decision. But if you don't have the opportunity and can only buy online you can trust my recommendations sir. One last thing ive heard of the bridge coming of the recording king but of course that also happens to the very high end guitars like the lowdens etc. Not a big issue though could just be reglued. Never heard of any bridge issues with the Yamaha A series so far. They are quite ridgedly built.
@@theguitarschoolproject3785 Thanks for your comprehensive explenation :) this will help me forward.
You should try the newer ones with the new bracing pattern. Here’s Yamahas video on it
ruclips.net/video/nzTaJshmh8w/видео.html
Well if you want a "loud" guitar then just plug it in, so basically no cons.
I play a lot unamplified too.. I just hope playing it a lot will not only make it mature in sound but volume. Would be glad to hear your stories too about ur guitars😁