
Yamaha
Yamaha LL16HB Acoustic-Electric Guitar with Gig Bag
★★★★★
All-solid rosewood and A.R.E.-treated spruce jumbo delivers decades of tonal maturity right out of the case.
$1,049.99*
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Overview
Key Features
A newly designed bracing pattern and a.R.E. Treatment create rich warmth and open resonance
Solid Engelmann Spruce top treated with a.R.E
Original Jumbo Body with solid rosewood back & sides
5-ply neck with high comfort traditional neck profile
SRT Zero impact passive pickup
Specifications
Brand
Yamaha
Model
LL16HB
Body Shape
Original Jumbo
Top
Solid Engelmann Spruce with A.R.E. Treatment
Back & Sides
Solid Rosewood
Neck
5-Ply, Traditional Profile
Pickup
SRT Zero Impact Passive
Included Accessories
Gig Bag
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- All-solid rosewood back and sides with solid Engelmann spruce top produce a rich, resonant tone
- A.R.E. treatment gives the top a played-in tonal maturity without years of break-in
- SRT Zero Impact passive pickup delivers natural amplified sound without a battery
- 5-ply neck construction resists warping from humidity and temperature shifts
- Includes a gig bag, adding immediate value for transport and protection
👎 Cons
- Jumbo body size can feel uncomfortably large for smaller players or seated practice
- Non-cutaway design limits upper fret access above the 14th fret
- Passive pickup lacks onboard EQ or volume controls for tone shaping on stage
- Solid rosewood construction requires careful humidity management to prevent cracking
- Higher price point than laminate-back guitars in Yamaha's lineup
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yamaha's A.R.E. treatment?
A.R.E. (Acoustic Resonance Enhancement) is Yamaha's proprietary wood-treatment process that alters the molecular properties of the spruce top to replicate the tonal characteristics of a well-played vintage instrument, giving the LL16HB a mature, open sound from the start.
What type of pickup does the LL16HB use?
It uses Yamaha's SRT Zero Impact passive pickup, designed to amplify the guitar's natural acoustic tone without altering its unplugged sound or adding weight to the top.
Does the LL16HB come with a case?
Yes, it includes a padded gig bag for transport and storage.
What body shape is the LL16HB?
It features Yamaha's Original Jumbo body shape, which produces a full, projecting sound with strong bass response and volume.
Why does the neck have five plies?
The 5-ply laminated neck construction increases dimensional stability, making it more resistant to warping from humidity and temperature changes compared to a single-piece neck.