{"product_id":"yamaha-tag1-e-transacoustic-natural-finish-dreadnought-acoustic-electric-guitar-1116","title":"Yamaha TAG1E TransAcoustic Natural Finish Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar #1116","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe sheer velocity of pure acoustic texturing engineered into this second-generation TransAcoustic dreadnought completely stretches the boundaries of what an unplugged acoustic guitar can do. Yamaha has completely revolutionized the standalone instrument experience by installing a specialized actuator directly to the interior surface of the guitar's back. When you engage the onboard controls, this device responds to string vibrations and sends physical, organic effects frequencies traveling straight through the solid wood body, causing the acoustic chamber to radiate rich, studio-grade reverb and chorus completely out of the soundhole with zero external amplification. Pairing a solid Sitka spruce top with solid rosewood back and sides, the traditional dreadnought body proportions kick out a deeply resonant bass, a dry, punchy midrange focus, and clear trebles, creating a touch-sensitive dynamic response that sounds completely mature whether the organic effects are dialed all the way back or wide open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the guitar balances its ground-breaking internal architecture with a beautifully understated, unpretentious acoustic silhouette. The gloss-finished body and satin-finished neck let the natural, rich grain of the premium spruce and rosewood sit right out in the open, while a clean multi-ring rosette and traditional black multi-ply binding cleanly frame the contours. Rather than cluttering up the side of the guitar with a massive, heavy plastic preamp box, Yamaha kept things incredibly honest and integrated by utilizing ultra-discreet, low-profile control knobs directly on the upper bout. This layout preserves the structural integrity of the acoustic chamber, offering a working-man's aesthetic that looks like a timeless, traditional dreadnought on a stand but behaves with absolute performance-driven superiority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the hands, it offers a remarkably fluid, fast-playing tactile platform that immediately encourages complex phrasing and long, inspiring writing sessions. The mahogany neck is carved into a comfortable profile that sits naturally in the palm, capped with a premium ebony fingerboard that offers a completely predictable, fast playing surface up and down the frets. A player-favorite 1 11\/16-inch nut width ensures string spacing remains highly intuitive for clean fingerstyle articulation and rapid flatpicking runs alike. When you do choose to step out front onto a live stage, the integrated under-saddle pickup and line-out jack accurately translate your acoustic tone and ambient effects directly into a sound board or amplifier with zero feedback drama. Shipped in a premium protective case, the TAG1-E is a highly specialized, modern workhorse built for musicians who want to step away from the ordinary and unlock a completely fresh world of acoustic inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBody Shape: Traditional Western \/ Dreadnought\u003cbr\u003eTop Material: Solid Sitka Spruce\u003cbr\u003eBack Material: Solid Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eSide Material: Solid Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eNeck Material: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eFingerboard Material: Ebony\u003cbr\u003eFingerboard Radius: 15 3\/4\" (400 mm)\u003cbr\u003eBridge Material: Ebony\u003cbr\u003eNut Material: Urea\u003cbr\u003eNut Width: 1 11\/16\" (43 mm)\u003cbr\u003eScale Length: 25 9\/16\" (650 mm)\u003cbr\u003eBody Depth: 3 15\/16\" - 4 5\/8\" (100 - 118 mm)\u003cbr\u003eString Spacing: 0.43\" (11 mm)\u003cbr\u003eBody Finish: Gloss\u003cbr\u003eNeck Finish: Satin\u003cbr\u003eElectronics: TransAcoustic (SYSTEM76) with Reverb\/Chorus\/TA Volume\/Line Out Volume Controls\u003cbr\u003ePickup: Under-Saddle Piezo\u003cbr\u003eControls: Reverb (Room\/Hall) \/ Chorus \/ TA Vol \/ Line Out Vol\u003cbr\u003eConnections: Line Out\u003cbr\u003eTuners: Die-Cast Gold (TM-29G)\u003cbr\u003eBody Binding: Black + White Multi-ply\u003cbr\u003eRosette: Black + White Multi-ring\u003cbr\u003ePickguard: Transparent\u003cbr\u003eCase: Premium Hard Bag or Hardshell Case (Dependent on regional factory supply)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose The Acoustic Shoppe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen you choose to purchase from us, you're not just making a transaction; you're investing in an exceptional experience. As a small business, and an authorized acoustic instrument dealer, we take immense pride in going the extra mile for our customers. We handle warranty concerns on your behalf, provide in-depth brand reviews, offer virtual consultations, and share high-quality content, featuring photos and videos of our products. Our dedicated team, all passionate musicians, deeply understands the significance of finding the perfect instrument. With on-site instrument inspections by our skilled repair tech, personalized recommendations, and a sincere commitment to grasping your unique needs, we ensure that each purchase is the perfect match between instrument and musician. Our focus is on quality and customer satisfaction, not just sales numbers. We genuinely care about bringing your musical aspirations to life, and we find joy in doing so. We're proud to have been voted NAMM Top 100 Dealer for over a decade, a testament to our commitment to excellence in the music industry. Choose us for an extraordinary shopping experience where we know you by name, and every purchase is driven by our love for music and our dedication to serving our valued customers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51894693495101,"sku":"IMH141116","price":879.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0883\/3348\/4349\/files\/YamahaTAG1ETransAcousticNaturalFinishDreadnoughtAcoustic-ElectricGuitar_1116-1.jpg?v=1783007274","url":"https:\/\/theacousticshoppe.com\/products\/yamaha-tag1-e-transacoustic-natural-finish-dreadnought-acoustic-electric-guitar-1116","provider":"The Acoustic Shoppe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}