Yamaha LL16RDHC Natural Finish Jumbo Acoustic-Electric Guitar #0560

The sheer acoustic horsepower and rich headroom built into this flagship L Series model set an exceptionally high bar for all-solid acoustic instruments. Yamaha constructed the core around a premium solid Engelmann spruce top treated with their proprietary A.R.E. (Acoustic Resonance Enhancement) process, heat-treating the wood under precise atmospheric controls to mirror the open, molecular resonance of a vintage artifact. Supported by modified non-scalloped bracing and solid rosewood back and sides, the Original Jumbo body dimensions kick out a massive, room-filling low end, a punchy midrange, and pristine, singing trebles. It completely avoids the muddy frequencies often associated with larger bodies, offering a remarkably balanced, touch-sensitive voice whether you are driving a loud flatpick rhythm or delicately picking single notes.

Visually, this instrument presents a breathtaking blend of traditional elegance and luxury appointments. The high-gloss body finish showcases the tight, clean grain of the Engelmann top and rich, book-matched rosewood back and sides. Abalone inlay work lines the top body binding and encircles the soundhole, framed by maple and black purfling along with a classic tortoise-pattern pickguard. The peghead features die-cast gold tuners that add a regal touch, while the sleek ebony fingerboard is appointed with subtle abalone snowflake inlays, striking an effortless balance between historic acoustic charm and modern custom-shop flair.

In the hands, it behaves with total, fluid stability, giving players a modern neck feel that completely eliminates playing fatigue. The 5-ply mahogany and rosewood neck is built with an integrated volute for maximum strength against temperature shifts, carved into a smooth matte finish that won't stick or drag during long sets. Capped with an ebony fingerboard and a player-favorite 1 3/4-inch nut width, string spacing remains exceptionally intuitive across the 25 9/16-inch scale length. When it is time to step out onto a live stage, Yamaha's passive SRT Zero Impact pickup system uses individual piezo elements for each string to capture your natural acoustic tone without requiring a heavy, body-routed preamp box. Shipped in a durable hardshell case, the LL16RDHC is a specialized, gig-ready workhorse built for players who demand uncompromised tone, rock-solid stability, and premium visual prestige.

SPECS
Body Shape: Yamaha Original Jumbo
Scale Length: 650 mm (25 9/16")
Body Length: 513 mm (20 3/16")
Total Length: 1046 mm (41 3/16")
Body Width: 415 mm (16 5/16")
Body Depth: 100-125 mm (3 15/16" - 4 15/16")
Nut Width: 44 mm (1 3/4")
String Spacing: 11 mm
Top Material: Solid Engelmann Spruce with A.R.E.
Back Material: Solid Rosewood
Side Material: Solid Rosewood
Neck Material: Mahogany + Rosewood (5-Ply)
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Radius: R400 mm (15 3/4")
Bridge Material: Ebony
Nut Material: Urea
Saddle Material: Urea
Bridge Pins: Black ABS with White Dot
Tuners: Die-Cast Gold (TM29G)
Body Binding: Abalone w/ Maple + Black
Sound Hole Inlay: Abalone + Black + White
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Body Finish: Gloss
Neck Finish: Matte
Electronics: Passive System + SRT Piezo Pickup
Strings: Elixir NANOWEB 80/20 Bronze Light
Case: Hardshell Case

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