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Yamaha GA-02 (Black) Reviews

5 4.5/5.0 based on 13 customer reviews
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ETB
from Northern VA
April 19, 2012 Music Background:
Lifelong player and teacher

Just the thing!

It is always a gamble, buying a case for an acoustic guitar you already own. the "box" guitar really needs the protection that a hard case provides, but if the case is too large the guitar can rattle around, too small and it's unusable. My new APX500 is an answer to a prayer for me. The robust electronics (onboard tuner is way cool, too!) give me a punch I never got from my Godin, Alvarez, or Ovation. Unfortunately, mine came with a gig bag, so I was looking for a hard case that fit the guitar, which is a little on the small side. Enter Sweetwater, who offer this case at what I consider the low end, price-wise. I bought it sight unseen (less than fifty bucks), and lo and behold, it is AWESOME!! Truly made for the APX, it has the super-thick padding on the sides to where you actually have to "snug it in," meaning you have to push the guitar into the case and you can hear the "whoosh" of air around the cutaway as the guitar slides home. Latches, hinges, covering, all top notch. I am very impressed with the case, and I am SUPER-impressed with the price and service from Sweetwater!! Thanks, guys, you'll be hearing from me again!!
E. Beane
from Stafford, VA USA
March 7, 2012 Music Background:
Hobbyist

The Yamaha GA-02 is a Great Value

After trying unsuccessfully for months to find a great-fitting hardshell case for my Ibanez Montage, Sweetwater came through with the perfect solution for less than half the price quoted by others. The GA-02 is surprisingly compact, solidly constructed, and outfitted with a roomy storage compartment. The fit is so snug I'd almost swear this case was custom-made for this guitar. Shipping was free and customer service was top-notch. To say I'm pleased would be the understatement of the year! Keep up the great work!
Mary
from Dallas, TX
February 11, 2012

great product, awesome service

The case is perfect. Fits like a glove, came in impeccable condition, arrived sooner than expected, and was less expensive than all the other dealers I considered. Besides the great product, service from Sweetwater was incredible. Next time I do online shopping for music, I know where I'll be doing business.
brent kunzler
from VBC Iraq
October 13, 2011 Music Background:
learning

Yamaha GA-02

very nice case and very nice price.
Mary
from Wisconsin
October 9, 2011 Music Background:
none

Great purchase Yamaha GA-02 (Black)

My grand daughters Guitar instructor stated that this case was exceptional in its quality. The service I received from your company was over the top great. I told my daughter i would purchase my grand daughters next upgraded guitar from your company due to the quality of the item and the service I was afforded during this purchase. Thank you for being an online company that is easy to work with.
Gary Biel
from San Antonio, TX USA
August 20, 2011 Music Background:
Pro Musician

Beautiful Case

I bought this case for an older Takamine slim body acoustic electric, hoping it would fit. It fit like a glove and is a very nice-looking and secure enclosure for your valued instrument. The inner lining is extra plush and the latches have a fit and finish that you usually see only on more expensive gear. I couldn't be happier with the purchase.
Gyan Penrose-Kafka
from Leucadia, CA, USA
January 9, 2012 Music Background:
Hobbyist

Just what the doctor ordered

Case is perfect size for the guitar for which it was made. Price was awesome, service was and continues to be incredible.
BTW
from Somerville, MA
March 30, 2011 Music Background:
Pro Musician

Thrilled with This Case!

I just received this case today (ordered it two days ago - very speedy!!) and I am thus far thrilled with it. It looks and feels sturdy, the padding inside is great, and the hardware on the case is slick. For the amount of money this case is, it's totally worth the buy. I have been looking for a hard Yamaha case for my APX acoustic / electric guitar and Sweetwater was the only place I could find one. A great buy. I was not expecting something this nice when I ordered.
Ray
from Port Orchard, WA USA
March 28, 2011 Music Background:
Hobbyist

Great Case

I was looking for a case to secure my Yamaha APX500 for regular air travel overseas. This case was made for the APX series. The case structure is very solid with a durable hard outside plastic covering. The hinge and latch hardware should keep the case closed but I will supplement that with a TSA luggage strap to ensure it stays closed during travel. The padding inside is enough to keep the guitar protected (with strap) plus it fits in there with very little play. Sure, I could spend well over $100 on a better case but then the case would cost more than 40% the price of the guitar. I gave this case 4.5 stars because for $49.99 including shipping it is a good value and it should last quit a few years.
John McCombs
from Bismarck, ND USA
March 22, 2012 Music Background:
Hobby luthier

Nice solid case for the money.

This is the style case that many manufacturers use for their guitars. It's well padded and is made from plywood.
JC Blues
from MN
September 27, 2011 Music Background:
Hobbyist

Yamaha hardshell case

This is a basic, no frills hardshell case. Sturdy. Fits like a glove. Good buy.
Rich Bradley
from Streetsboro, OH
April 18, 2011 Music Background:
Hobbyist

Yamaha NTX700 Hybrid Nylon String Guitar fits Nicely

A great case for the price!
In case you're wondering, this case fits the NTX700 like a glove.
Mike Rogers
from Sacramento, CA
March 17, 2010 Music Background:
Professional musician

Great buy

I give it a 3 star because there are better cases out there, but if I were rating value it would be 5 stars. When they say it is vinyl, they aren't kidding. The "wood" appears to be leather covered, but I think it is the same stuff they make those plastic yard chairs out of, no wood or leather at all. That is tough stuff, and this case should handle abuse well. The padding is good, the hardware is not the best, but for this price, that would be unreasonable. It will protect my guitar, it looks good, and it would probably do better than a wood case if left out in the rain. My lawn chairs do. A great deal for the money.

Yamaha GA-02 (Black)

Hardshell Case for APX Series Acoustic Guitar

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