Yamaha APX 600 'Natural' Acoustic Electric Guitar

The Yamaha APX600 'Natural' is a slim, cutaway acoustic-electric guitar built for the stage, tracing its lineage back to the original APX series developed in the 1980s to help electric guitarists transition smoothly to acoustic performance. The thin body and short 634mm scale make it comfortable to play, while narrower string spacing helps with quick chord changes and lead lines. A spruce top over locally sourced tonewood back and sides is finished in natural gloss for a clean, classic look that suits any stage.

Under the hood, an under-saddle piezo pickup paired with Yamaha's System65 preamp delivers a clear, natural amplified tone with reliable feedback resistance, backed by onboard volume, three-band EQ, mid-frequency control and a built-in tuner. The deeper body and updated non-scalloped bracing add low-end punch and dynamic range beyond what the slim silhouette suggests, making the APX600 ideal for gigging players who need dependable plugged-in sound without fuss. A budget-friendly choice for players who want a stage-ready acoustic-electric.

Features

• Slim, cutaway APX body design with a short 634mm scale and narrow string spacing for fast, comfortable playability.
• Spruce top with locally sourced tonewood back and sides, finished in natural gloss for classic looks and tone.
• Deeper body and non-scalloped X-bracing boost low-end response and dynamic range compared with earlier APX models.
• Yamaha System65 electronics combine an under-saddle piezo pickup with a built-in tuner, three-band EQ and mid-frequency control.
• Line-out output and dependable feedback control make it a reliable choice for stage and studio amplification.

Specs

• Body: Thin-line APX with cutaway
• Top: Spruce
• Back & sides: Locally sourced tonewood
• Neck: Nato
• Fingerboard: Rosewood
• Bridge: Rosewood
• Bracing: Non-scalloped X-bracing
• Scale length: 634mm
• Nut width: 43mm
• Electronics: Yamaha System65 with under-saddle piezo pickup
• Controls: Volume, 3-band EQ, mid frequency, tuner
• Output: Line out
• Finish: Natural gloss
• Rosette: Inlaid
• Strings: .012-.053