Are high-end Yamaha guitars worth getting?

[Wayne27]

I’m thinking about getting the Yamaha A.R.E. Dreadnought Acoustic LL16D in the future.

 

[Lucius Paisley]

I don't know, you might be the first.

 

[NegativeEase]

Ive never used anything top end Yamaha that wasn't exceptional. But I've never played this particular model.

They make the best piano for studio recording in the world, they make incredible guitars, they make amazing amps,

I have high trust in what they do.

 

[Chris Pile]

Even Yamaha's student quality instruments are world class.

 

[idsnowdog]

Even Yamaha's student quality instruments are world class.

Their entry level Pacifica's are incredible quality for the price. While I may not buy a $1,000 Yamaha it wouldn't be due to any hesitation about their quality it would be due to price. I would kill for a 70's Ibanez Artist or Yamaha SG2000 like Santana used to play.

 

[Mincer]

Historically, Yamaha makes good stuff for what you pay. Every price point is considered 'a good deal', and their high end can compete with anyone.

 

[UnderTheFlame83]

I got a Yamaha F-310 acoustic I bought in the mid 90s. Not high end, but its a great sounding acoustic. Yamaha guitars are nice.

 

[GuitarStv]

I'm curious how the ARE thing they do with wood changes the sound.

 

[ehdwuld]

All the Yamaha acoustics I have owned played and sounded phenomenal

The two Yamaha electric guitars I have owned were very nice as well

 

[Powdered Toast Man]

My first acoustic was a mid-level Yamaha. I thought that was what acoustics played and sounded like until I laid my hands on the lowest entry point Martin. In comparison the Yamaha sounded plasticy and boomy (despite having a solid top and back). The Martin was LIGHT YEARS easier and more comfortable to play. I bought the Martin and still own it. I sold that Yamaha and have never once missed it.

Let's just say I wouldn't buy one without trying it out and playing it against other guitars in that price range.

 

[ehdwuld]

This is also true
I currently have a Martin as well
And would not trade it for an equal value Yamaha

I did see where entry level Martins were under $500 now

 

[Securb]

Every Yamaha I have played has been a dream. My old roommate had one I got to spend a lot of time with.

 

[NegativeEase]

This is also true
I currently have a Martin as well
And would not trade it for an equal value Yamaha

I did see where entry level Martins were under $500 now

I played a 800 Martin and an 800 Yamaha in the store not too long ago side by side.

-I did prefer the sound of the Martin but hated the chunky narrow neck. The neck profile, features (pickups, EQ etc) and feel/playability of the Yamaha were much better than the Martin.

I would imagine what makes them equivalent in price is Yamaha packed with features versus Martin using more expensive materials.

 

[devastone]

The neck profile, features (pickups, EQ etc) and feel/playability of the Yamaha were much better than the Yamaha. (I think you mean Martin here?)

See above

 

[NegativeEase]

See above

Ha. fixed! thanks

 

[LesStrat]

I played an APX 10-T for several years until it died. I loved that guitar.

yamaha makes great equipment. They also own Line6 these days.

 

[AniML]

The new Yamaha FS/FG Red Label series are phenomenal. I have the FSX5

https://usa.yamaha.com/products/musical_instruments/guitars_basses/ac_guitars/fg_redlabel/index.html

 

[Bogner]

If you like it, buy it. What we think doesn't matter much.

 

[Chris Pile]

I've had a lot of Yamaha gear. Years ago, I had a 335 style guitar from them that was the very definition of sweet. I currently own an early steel string Silent Guitar. Plays great, has some terrific sounds. I have an older BB100 bass (I've had 3 of them). You can pick them up used for $100 and use them anywhere - studio, stage - makes no difference.

 

[Aceman]

I have two acoustics, and owned a high end Strat.

Yamaha's crap is worth it. High end only gets better.