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Yamaha Yamaha FSC-TA TransAcoustic Concert Cutaway - Ruby Red Used

6-string Acoustic-electric Guitar with Sitka Spruce Top, Mahogany Back and Sides, Nato Neck, and Rosewood Fingerboard- Ruby Red
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The guitar has a chip that has exposed the wood on the lower front bout. Includes the specified allen wrenches.

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An Acoustic Experience Like No Other

The Yamaha FSC-TA TransAcoustic acoustic-electric guitar is a high-quality instrument that delivers an acoustic experience like no other guitar before it. With Yamaha's onboard TransAcoustic reverb and chorus effects, you'll enjoy the tones of playing in a rich and lively acoustic space no matter where you are. The FSC-TA features a concert-size cutaway body with mahogany back and sides and a solid Sitka spruce top. You'll love the feel of this guitar's fast-action neck and smooth, bound rosewood fingerboard. The Yamaha TransAcoustic FSC-TA will add new inspiration to your playing.

Unamplified ambience

Yamaha's groundbreaking TransAcoustic technology delivers onboard reverb and chorus effects. What sets TransAcoustic guitars apart from other instruments with onboard effects is that they don't require any external amplification. Engage the effects via the simple-to-use controls, and it's like you're playing in a rich, ambient venue — no amp or PA required. And when it's time for the gig, you can access those same great tones plugged in through the guitar's System70 + SRT Piezo pickup system.

How it works

The key to TransAcoustic is an integrated actuator, a small device hidden inside the guitar. The vibration of the instrument's strings causes the actuator to vibrate; these vibrations are transmitted to the guitar body, as well as the air around the guitar. The result is authentic reverb and chorus — without the need for any additional amplification or effects.

Yamaha's best-selling FSC series

Guitarists at Sweetwater love Yamaha's FSC series guitars. It's not hard to see why they are worldwide best sellers: the comfortable concert-size cutaway body, professional-grade tonewoods, and fast-playing necks make these acoustics great first instruments for beginners and a solid second for seasoned players who need an extra acoustic for the stage or to play around the house.

Yamaha FSC-TA TransAcoustic Guitar Features:

  • A value-packed acoustic-electric with smooth playability and sophisticated onboard tech
  • SRT zero impact pickup
  • Comfortable concert-size cutaway body with tapered waist fits all players
  • Solid spruce top is full and balanced
  • Mahogany back and sides add power and clarity of tone
  • Scalloped bracing improves punch and projection
  • Slim, tapered nato neck with fast satin finish glides through the hand
  • Bound rosewood fingerboard
  • Rosewood bridge
  • Built-in chorus, room, and hall reverb effects

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Nearly all the used gear at Sweetwater has been previously purchased as new from Sweetwater. You can count on the fact that we only offer used items that are determined to be fully operational. Our award-winning, factory-authorized service department meticulously inspects all used gear before releasing it for sale. Of course, we stand behind every used item we sell with our exclusive 90-day Used Gear Guarantee. If any used item malfunctions or doesn't perform as expected, simply call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer, and we'll do what we can to make it right.

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  • Quality used equipment that is built to last
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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Right-handed
  • Body Shape: TransAcoustic Concert
  • Back & Sides Wood: Mahogany
  • Top Wood: Solid Spruce
  • Finish: Gloss
  • Color: Ruby Red
  • Binding: Cream
  • Neck Wood: Nato
  • Radius: 15.75"
  • Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Dots
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • Scale Length: 25"
  • Nut Width: 1.692"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: Urea/Urea
  • Bridge Material: Rosewood
  • Tuning Machines: Die-cast Chrome
  • Electronics: System70 TransAcoustic
  • Strings: Elixir, .012-.053
  • Case Included: Sold Separately
  • Manufacturer Part Number: FSC-TA RR

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Rated 5/5

Very good guitar

First of all it sounds great without effects. Trans acoustic option works well. Hint, use quality batteries, and don't leave it active when not in use, or between sets if you're playing out. Easy to play. Recommend #11 strings to enhance the trans acoustic sound. Sounds like a twelve string.
Music background: Singer, guitarist. 50 yrs experience.
Rated 5/5

Just wait until you play one of these.

You just have to play one. I can't believe they're not selling these for $2000 to start. They will slug it out with a Martin, no problem.
Rated 5/5

Yamaha FCS - TA TransAcoustic Ruby Red

Well today I got the guitar I'd been waitin' on, my new Yamaha FCS-TA TransAcoustic Ruby Red. It's a beautiful cardinal red single cutaway that's strung with 12-53 Elixirs. As most Yamahas do, it plays very well with ease on the neck & fretboard. But the aspect that sets this instrument apart from most others is there's an actuator inside that magnifies the reverb & chorus of the guitar itself. It requires 2 AA batteries (which is great because 9 volts are more expensive) & the effects are outstanding with or without an amp. I's blown away by this guitar (played well right out of the box) & highly recommend it to any player that wants to add presence & harmony to their guitar playin' without adding pedals. This & my Taylor T5Z Pro are now my go to guitars. For only about $ + tax you get a great, well made guitar that matches up to & surpasses many higher priced instruments that don't have these effects built in. I would've liked an onboard tuner but I can always clip one on right? This is an acoustic game changer in my opinion & so far, after only one day, I feel my money's well spent.
Music background: Performer for over 44 years
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