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Nice guitar for the money. Plays well, good action, not a lot of depth of sound unplugged, but has good electronics (pre-amp) in it that sounds great through a Crate 50W Acoustic Amp, or my 80W Shenandoah Amp. Worth the money that I paid for it without the case. It's an attractive guitar, light weight and plays more like a 3/4 size guitar though it has a full scale neck. Sounds great with Elixir Light Gauge Strings on it. Easy on the fingers.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
I began playing guitar 40 years ago and have owned several since then from $100 beginner models (UniVox & Austin) to pro gear (Guild Starfire 12 & Gibson ES-335 Studio) and have played some very nice acoustics owned by friends. (Martin) so, I realized that there was a sweet spot of playability and pitch perfect intonation that could be obtained - at a high price. Even bought used and slightly out of date, the Yamaha APX-500 is the most enjoyable and satisfying combination of those factors which I've owned. I particularly like playing it because it makes me sound like a better guitarist. Its fun to just mess around and try new things that somehow end up sounding "right" spontaneously. Yamaha may not have the cachet of other brand names, but the quality of workmanship, playability and voicing of this instrument is exceptional for the price. Since it's smaller and lighter in weight it's also comfortable to hold and play. If you are anything but a pro musician who needs a full size/dreadnaught you should definitely consider the Yamaha APX-500.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
After I retired from the world of work, I wanted to learn how to play guitar. My wife and I had taken guitar lessons 40 years ago. But when we started our family there were more pressing things to do - like changing diapers and earning a living. Well, the kids are raised and I am retired from the working world, so I decided to take up the guitar again. I tried my youngest, adult-son's acoustic guitar and found that it was too big and bulky for me. Also, the strings were very hard to push into the neck of the guitar, and I had a hard time getting a clear tone, so I looked elsewhere for a guitar that would be easier to hold and play. The Yamaha APX 500 acoustic guitar was recommended to me because it has a thinner frame, making it easier to hold, and the strings are closer to the neck of the guitar for easier string depression. I tried, then bought, the guitar and am very pleased with my decision. The guitar won't play itself. Like anything new you still have to practice, but I have toughened my finger tips, have learned some chords, have gained some muscle memory in my fingers, and I am getting a lot of satisfaction and mental stimulus from playing this guitar. The guitar is beautiful, has a very nice tone, and has a built-in tuner that is easy to use. The guitar is not just for the beginner; my brother-in-law, who has played guitar for 45 years, loves this guitar. When you retire, you need to keep your mind active. Believe me, learning a musical instrument keeps your mind active and provides for a great deal of personal satisfaction. I would recommend this musical instrument to anyone.Read full review
The craftsmanship is excellent, bracing and tuning of the top is very good, the oval sound hole adds body to the lower mid and bass tones. Overall very good sounding both acoustically and amplified. Now for the bad. I did a lot of research before buying this. Like all chinese guitars under $300.00 it comes to you in bad need of a setup which will cost you $80 to $100 to have done by a pro. With the truss rod adjusted properly, the frets leveled, crowned and polished, It becomes a whole other instrument with a buttery smooth playability that is so like playing an electric. If you usually play a well set up electric instrument you'll be right at home here after this one is properly set up. Don't buy this for a beginner unless you are willing to do the setup or pay a competent guitar tech to set it up. Right out of the box, considering the height of the strings above the fretboard, this guitar would discourage even the most eager beginner. I checked three examples of the apx500iii and all three came this way. Some dealers might be inticed to set it up for you but don't count on it, it is after all, the most popular and best selling guitar in its price class and is rarely discounted from the $299. Even at that price plus the cost of a good setup, this instrument can't be topped in it's price class.Read full review
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
guitar is good only wish Yamaha had lowered string s for better play little to high for me but that`s my preference
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
