Imagine picking up an acoustic guitar and hearing space, movement, and texture come alive without plugging into an amp or stepping on a pedal. The Yamaha TAS3 C TransAcoustic acoustic-electric guitar is designed for exactly that experience. Rather than relying on external amplification or effects, the TAS3 C uses Yamaha’s TransAcoustic System76 to generate reverb, chorus, delay and looping directly through the guitar’s body. Paired with all-solid tonewoods—a Sitka spruce top treated with Yamaha’s A.R.E. process and solid mahogany back and sides—this concert cutaway guitar delivers inspiring acoustic tone while expanding what a self-contained acoustic instrument can do for writing, practice, performance and recording.

How TransAcoustic System76 Shapes the Sound

Traditional acoustic effects exist only after the signal leaves the instrument, passing through pedals, amps or PA systems. System76 works from the inside out. An internal actuator vibrates the guitar’s body, allowing reverb, chorus and delay to resonate naturally through the wood itself. The effect feels integrated rather than layered on, preserving dynamics and touch sensitivity while letting the sound respond organically to your playing and the space around you.

Built-In Effects and Looper Without External Gear

The TransAcoustic System76 includes high-fidelity reverb, chorus, and delay, along with a built-in looper controlled by a tap sensor. Players can stack parts, explore arrangements, and develop ideas without interrupting creative flow. Instead of stopping to connect pedals or manage cables, everything happens directly from the guitar, turning solo practice into composition and real-time performance.

Bluetooth Audio and Modern Connectivity

Bluetooth audio streaming allows backing tracks, reference material, or looped ideas to play directly through the guitar—something a traditional acoustic cannot do on its own. This makes the TAS3 C especially useful for songwriting, rehearsal, teaching and solo performance. When amplification is needed, a dedicated line out provides a clean connection to PA systems or recording interfaces, allowing the guitar to move easily from private spaces to live environments.

All-Solid Construction With a Comfortable Concert Feel

Beyond its technology, the TAS3 C remains a refined acoustic instrument. A solid Sitka spruce top treated with A.R.E. enhances warmth and responsiveness, while solid mahogany back and sides add depth and balance. The concert cutaway body offers comfort and upper-fret access, complemented by an ebony fingerboard and bridge. With a 25.56" scale length and 1.75" nut width, the playing feel remains familiar for players coming from traditional acoustics.

A Guitar That Expands Acoustic Possibilities

The Yamaha TAS3 C TransAcoustic answers a simple question: how can an acoustic guitar do more without becoming more complicated? By integrating effects, looping, Bluetooth audio, and rechargeable power directly into the instrument, System76 removes barriers between idea and sound. For players who value the purity of an acoustic guitar but want modern creative flexibility, the TAS3 C represents a thoughtful evolution rather than a departure from tradition.