The Yamaha APX700II Acoustic-Electric Guitar blends sleek design, exceptional comfort, and professional-grade electronics for a performance-ready instrument that shines both on stage and in the studio. Built with a focus on tonal clarity and dynamic response, this guitar features specially designed non-scalloped X-type bracing that enhances the resonance of its unique Thin-Line body, allowing the solid spruce top to vibrate freely for a rich, full-bodied sound. The result is a natural acoustic tone with bright, articulate mids, crisp highs, and tight, controlled lows — ideal for live performance.

The Thin-Line cutaway body doesn’t just look modern; it also provides comfortable playability, especially during long sessions, and easy access to upper frets for lead work or complex chord voicings.

At the heart of the APX700II is Yamaha’s exclusive ART (Acoustic Resonance Transducer) pickup system, adapted from the flagship 1000-series models. This innovative multilayer pickup design uses six finely tuned material layers to control unwanted vibrations while capturing the instrument’s subtle acoustic nuances. Positioned directly beneath the soundboard, the ART system functions as a true body sensor, delivering a wide dynamic range and incredibly natural amplified tone that faithfully reproduces the guitar’s acoustic character.

With its advanced electronics, comfortable body shape, and high-quality craftsmanship, the Yamaha APX700II BS is a reliable companion for serious performers seeking a balanced, expressive acoustic-electric guitar that’s ready to take the spotlight.

Features 

• Body depth and Bracing pattern
• APX Oval Soundhole
• 64 1-Way A.R.T. Electric System
• System 64 PRE-AMP

Specifications 

• Body Shape: Thinline Cutaway
• Scale Length: 650 mm (25 9/16")
• Body Length: 490 mm (19 5/16")
• Total Length: 1031 mm (40 9/16")
• Body Width: 384 mm (15 1/8")
• Body Depth: 80-90 mm (3 1/8" - 3 9/16")
• Nut Width: 43 mm (1 11/16")
• String Spacing: 10.7 mm
• Top Material: Solid Spruce
• Back Material: Nato or Okoume
• Side Material: Nato or Okoume
• Neck Material: Nato
• Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
• Fingerboard Radius: R400 mm (15 3/4")
• Bridge Material: Rosewood
• Nut Material: Urea
• Saddle Material: Urea
• Bridge Pins: Black ABS with White Dot
• Tuners: Die-Cast Chrome (TM29T)
• Body Binding: Cream + Black
• Sound Hole Inlay: Rosewood + Mahogany
• Pickguard: None
• Body Finish: Gloss
• Neck Finish: Matte
• Electronics: System64 + ART 1-Way Pickup
• Controls: Vol/3-Band EQ/Tuner/Mid FQ
• Connections: LINE OUT
• Strings: Yamaha FS50BT or D'Addario EXP11