Open Box Yamaha A-Series A3M Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Level 2 Vintage Natural 197881342067

When I started looking for a new, mid-level acoustic electric, I initially felt pressured to get a Taylor (114ce) or Martin, based on reviews and articles. However, when I went in the store and played everything, I found myself wanting a solid wood guitar, rather than the Taylor or Martin guitars that had layered sides and back (laminate). When I started playing the more expensive Yamaha guitars, I found this Yamaha A Series. I had to go to another music store to play this guitar, but instantly loved it and kept coming back to it. This guitar plays great both unplugged and plugged. The dual pickup is great and offers more than the others in it's price range. Yamahas also offer a better low range, which produces a richer sound in my opinion. Give Yamaha a shot- the A3M and AC3M are really nice guitars.

I now own 9 Yamaha guitars after going through the whole gamut of choices from all the big name companies. I have bought 44 guitars since 1-1-2018 including all the major US brands, and the Yamaha A series are the BEST for the money hands down. Make sure you get 2017 or newer and you will not believe how good these sound both acoustically and plugged in. Of the acoustics I have bought I kept the Yamaha A5R (best guitar on the market period), AC3R, A3M, LLTA and LS16R. I also have some M's and Tak's, but the Yami's are just great, play them and see for yourself. They are also beautifully made and the fit and finish is just great, why anyone would pay more for a plywood guitar just because of the name when you can get these solid wood models is beyond me. Trust me I tried them, 2's, 4's 7's and 8's, GBirds, 45's, you name it, these are just better. Everyone that sees them and hears them gets one. The problem is they are not in the stores, usually only the A1 series, which are nice, but they don't have the electronics of the 3 and 5 series, which are second to none. With the GC 45 day return policy you owe it to yourself to order one, you will be glad you did.

I have several Martin's (DRS, D15, DX) AND a couple Blue ridge (BR160 & BG40). This guitar is a cut above them. They all sound and play well but this A3m immediately became my go to guitar. Plugged in or acoustic it's great. All my others needed set ups and pickups added except for the A3M. It was fine out of the box. I'm contemplating selling some of the others because their play time has become virtually zero. In their price range there's no equal.

I tried out a A1M during Black Friday sale and was so impressed I ordered the A3M the next day. As with many players I have an accumulation of guitars. Blueridge BG40 & BR160, Martin DSR, D15 & DX1. The A3M is a cut above the rest of the herd. The neck is a joy to play. It's fit and finish is superb. Even the padded gig bag is good. Played without amp it has excellent projection, string tone definition, good bass response. Plugged in it's comparable to my others with K & K's or Active I-Beam. It immediately became my go to guitar. Extra added benefit was GC 15% off and a $90.00 Yamaha rebate. $580! Incredible value.

It's insane to think that these Yamaha guitars are the low price that they are. The A series guitars sound amazing and honestly are as good if not better than one you'd pay $3000 for.