Small Body Acoustic/Electric Joins Yamaha Handcrafted Line
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July 20, 2001The Yamaha LSX500C dreadnought is the latest entry into Yamaha's line of Handcrafted Guitars.
Set for Summer NAMM 2001 introduction, this small body cutaway model features the classic LS body style, a
characteristic bright, fingerstyle tone and the added flexibility of an acoustic/electric instrument. Suitable for both
studio and stage, the LSX500C includes a professional hardshell case and is currently available.
"A small body instrument is an excellent addition to the Handcrafted line," notes David
Bergstrom, director of marketing, Combo Group, Pro Audio & Combo Division. "Its
smaller body is comfortable to hold, yet the acoustic output is dramatic. The guitar really
shines when plugged in. The microphone adds a brightness and clarity that can't be achieved
with a piezo pickup alone."
Built by hand at the Yamaha Music Craft workshop, the LSX500C features a solid Spruce
top, solid Indian Rosewood back and sides fitted with a Mahogany neck, plus a Rosewood
fingerboard and bridge. Finishing touches include an Abalone ring rosette and natural finish.
The result is a stunning appearance, coupled with a supple playing surface and incomparable
tone.
For amplified performances, an exclusive proprietary two-way pickup system, consisting of
an in-bridge piezo crystal pickup and an adjustable condenser microphone (mounted directly
inside the soundhole), captures every shade of timbre without sacrificing openness or clarity. Players may blend
the two sources together to produce a natural sounding line signal, and tame thehigh frequencies often associated
with the soundboards of small body instruments.
"The smaller size of the LSX500C makes it comfortable to hold and play for fingerstyle performers," adds Gary
Cook, product manager, Yamaha Guitars. "Whether 'unplugged' or amplified, it provides a true representation of
a small body acoustic guitar without sacrificing any of the characteristics that players expect." For more information, visit their web site at www.yamaha.com. |
