Yamaha AC1M Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Solid Sitka Spruce | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
Introduction
The Yamaha AC1M Concert acoustic-electric guitar delivers vintage aesthetics with modern performance features for discerning players. Its solid Sitka spruce top paired with mahogany back and sides produces excellent volume and rich clarity in the low-mid ranges, while the comfortable concert cutaway body ensures effortless playability across all 20 frets. Equipped with Yamaha's renowned SRT piezo pickup system, this versatile instrument transitions seamlessly from intimate acoustic settings to professional stage performances.
Product Overview
The AC1M features a premium solid Sitka spruce top that produces bright, articulate tones with excellent projection. This tonewood matures beautifully over time, becoming more resonant and responsive with regular playing. The mahogany back and sides complement the spruce top by adding warmth and fullness to the guitar's voice, creating a balanced tonal palette that works exceptionally well for fingerstyle playing and strumming techniques. The guitar's gloss Vintage Natural finish not only protects the wood but enhances its natural beauty.
The comfortable three-piece mahogany neck provides excellent stability and playability with its modern 15.75" radius rosewood fingerboard. This thoughtful design facilitates smooth chord transitions and single-note runs while reducing hand fatigue during extended playing sessions. The traditional concert body with cutaway offers the perfect balance between comfort and volume, making it ideal for performers who need unrestricted access to the upper frets without sacrificing acoustic projection.
Yamaha's acclaimed System 66 preamp and SRT piezo pickup deliver studio-quality amplified sound for recording and live performance situations. The convenient control panel on the upper bout provides easy access to volume adjustment, a built-in chromatic tuner, 3-band EQ, and automatic midrange frequency control via a simple slider. This professional electronics package ensures your guitar's natural acoustic voice translates faithfully through PA systems and recording interfaces without the feedback issues common to lesser acoustic-electric instruments.
Ideal For
- Performing singer-songwriters seeking balanced tone and excellent playability on stage
- Recording artists who demand studio-quality sound from their acoustic-electric guitar
- Fingerstyle players appreciating the concert body's comfort and articulate response
- Gigging musicians who require versatile tonal options and reliable electronics
- Intermediate to professional players looking for premium features in a mid-range instrument
Key Features
Solid Sitka Spruce Top
The AC1M's solid Sitka spruce top provides exceptional dynamic range and articulation. This premium tonewood responds sensitively to various playing techniques, from delicate fingerpicking to energetic strumming. Sitka spruce is prized for its ideal strength-to-weight ratio, allowing the top to vibrate freely while maintaining structural integrity, resulting in enhanced projection and clarity across all frequencies.
Concert Cutaway Body Design
The concert-sized body with traditional cutaway offers the perfect balance between comfort and acoustic projection. Smaller than a dreadnought but larger than a parlor guitar, this versatile body shape delivers focused midrange character with balanced bass response. The cutaway design provides unrestricted access to the upper frets, enabling advanced playing techniques and complex chord voicings across the entire fingerboard.
SRT Piezo Pickup System
Yamaha's Studio Response Technology (SRT) piezo pickup system captures your guitar's natural acoustic voice with exceptional accuracy. This professional-grade electronics package minimizes the typical piezo quack and harshness found in lesser systems, delivering warm, organic amplified tone. The undersaddle pickup design ensures consistent string balance and excellent feedback resistance in high-volume settings.
System 66 Preamp Controls
The intuitive System 66 preamp provides comprehensive sound-shaping capabilities with minimal complexity. Located on the upper bout for easy access while playing, the control panel features a built-in chromatic tuner, 3-band EQ (bass, middle, treble), and a dedicated volume control. The automatic midrange frequency control slider lets you quickly dial in your ideal midrange character without navigating complex parametric settings.
Premium Construction Details
Attention to detail elevates the AC1M above comparable instruments in its price range. The scalloped bracing pattern enhances top vibration for improved resonance and volume, while the mahogany binding provides aesthetic appeal and edge protection. The three-piece mahogany neck construction ensures stability against environmental changes, and the quality die-cast tuners maintain reliable tuning stability during extended performances.
What's Included
- Yamaha AC1M Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Elixir Light Gauge Strings (.011-.052)
- Adjustment tools
- Owner's manual and warranty documentation
- Free professional setup before shipping
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | Concert size with cutaway |
| Top | Solid Sitka Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Mahogany |
| Neck | 3-piece Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood, 20 frets, dot inlays |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Nut Width | 1.692" |
| Radius | 15.75" |
| Bridge | Rosewood |
| Electronics | System 66 preamp with SRT undersaddle piezo pickup |
| Controls | Volume, 3-band EQ, midrange frequency slider, tuner |
| Tuners | Chrome die-cast |
| Finish | Gloss, Vintage Natural |
| Bracing | Scalloped |
| Binding | Mahogany |
| Strings | Elixir Light Gauge (.011-.052) |
Get Your Hands on This Versatile Acoustic-Electric Guitar Today
Experience the exceptional playability and rich tones of the Yamaha AC1M Concert acoustic-electric guitar at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our acoustic specialists can demonstrate the impressive natural sound and amplified capabilities of this versatile instrument. Visit our showroom to try this premium guitar yourself or contact us to learn about availability and our professional setup services.
