Yamaha FS-TA Concert TransAcoustic Guitar
- Built-in reverb and chorus, no amp needed
- Actuator on the inner back drives the effects
- Three knobs: effects and line out volume
- Spruce top, mahogany back and sides
- SYSTEM70 preamp, SRT piezo
- Hex wrench, 2 x AA batteries included
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A unique concert acoustic that adds reverb and chorus from the guitar body itself, with no amp or pedals. The effects need batteries, and the body is a modest concert size.
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ASIN: B0795V2XSGCategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
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Overview
Not a standard acoustic electric, the Yamaha TransAcoustic produces reverb and chorus from inside its own body. An actuator on the inner back vibrates with the strings, and three knobs set the effect amounts and the line out level.
Room filling effects without cables or an amp make it a joy for home playing and small acoustic sessions. The effects run on batteries, so the guitar needs a fresh pair now and then.
Who it's for
Players who practice and write at home and want an inspiring ambient sound unplugged. Purists after a simple acoustic should choose a model without effects.
Pros and cons
- Reverb and chorus unplugged
- No amp or pedals needed
- Simple three knob control
- Also plugs into an amp
- Effects need batteries
- Concert body, less bass
- No case listed
Performance notes
The effects come from an actuator that shakes the guitar back in step with the strings, so the body itself becomes the speaker. Plugged in, the piezo pickup and preamp send the signal to an amp through the line out.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Spruce |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Fretboard Material Type | Rosewood |
| Color | Brown Sunburst |
| Back Material Type | Mahogany |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Hex wrench, 2 x AA batteries |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | SRT piezo |
| Connector Type | 6.35mm (1/4 inch) phone jack |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body shape | Concert |
| Electronics | Built-in reverb and chorus, actuator |
| Preamp | SYSTEM70 TransAcoustic |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Yamaha FS-TA need an amp for its effects?
No. Reverb and chorus come from the guitar body with no external amplification.
Can I still plug the FS-TA into a PA?
Yes. It has a 6.35mm (1/4 inch) jack with an SRT piezo and SYSTEM70 preamp.
What do the three knobs on the FS-TA control?
The amount of effects and the line out volume level.