Yamaha A5R Dreadnought Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Sitka spruce top, rosewood back and sides
- A.R.E. torrefied top, handmade in Japan
- SRT2 piezo system with volume, treble, bass, blend
- 25.6 inch scale, ebony fretboard
- 7.4 pounds, 2-year warranty
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A handmade dreadnought cutaway with a torrefied spruce top and a controls-rich piezo system, built for stage and recording. The listing offers no case detail, and the string material entry is generic.
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ASIN: B06Y4D4MGZModel: A5R ARECategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Overview
Scalloped bracing under the top and shorter bracing on the back give this Yamaha more low-mid volume than a standard layout. It pairs a torrefied Sitka spruce top with rosewood back and sides, plus an SRT2 pickup and preamp.
Torrefaction ages the top for a vintage look and added stability, and the blend control balances the piezo against the preamp for stage or studio. The limitation is that the listing is silent on a case.
Who it's for
Working players and recording songwriters who want a cutaway body, a torrefied spruce top and a pickup system with tone and blend control. Players who do not need amplification, or who want a lighter-duty beginner guitar, can choose a simpler model.
Pros and cons
- Sitka spruce top, rosewood back and sides
- A.R.E. torrefaction for stability
- Cutaway for upper-fret access
- Volume, treble, bass and blend controls
- Case not mentioned
- String material entry is generic
Performance notes
Scalloped top bracing boosts low-mid response, while shorter back bracing adds volume to the body. Heat treatment of the top gives stability and an aged tone. The piezo and SRT2 preamp let the player blend two sources, and auto feedback reduction helps on loud stages.
Specifications
| Brand | Yamaha |
|---|---|
| Model | A5R ARE |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 25.6 incheshigher than 91% of 77 acoustic-electric guitars |
| Item weight | 7.4 poundshigher than 55% of 61 acoustic-electric guitars |
| Item dimensions | 48.25 x 20.63 x 9 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Instrument Size | Dreadnought cutaway |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Sitka spruce, A.R.E. treated |
| Body Material Type | Rosewood |
| Neck Material Type | Mahogany |
| Fretboard Material Type | Ebony |
| String Material Type | Alloy steel |
| Color | Vintage natural |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 2-year |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | Piezo with SRT2 preamp |
| Guitar Bridge System | Fixed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Electronics | Volume, treble, bass, blend, auto feedback reduction |
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Frequently asked questions
What size is the Yamaha A5R ARE?
It is a full dreadnought cutaway, listed at 48.25 by 20.63 by 9 inches. The scale length is a separate figure in the key facts.
What does A.R.E. mean on the Yamaha A5R?
It stands for Yamaha's wood torrefaction, a high-heat treatment that gives the top more stability and an aged hue.
Is the Yamaha A5R ARE left-handed?
No. The hand orientation is right.