Yamaha Thinline Classical NTX1BS Burst

The Yamaha NTX1 BS (Brown Sunburst) is an acoustic-electric nylon-string guitar from Yamaha's NX Series. It shares the exact same specifications and features as the NTX1 BLK (Black) and NTX1 NT (Natural) models, with the defining difference being its rich and classic Brown Sunburst gloss finish. This finish gives the guitar a traditional aesthetic while retaining its modern playability and versatile amplified sound.

Here are the key features of the Yamaha NTX1 BS:

• Body:

  • Body Shape: Modern APX shape (Yamaha's thinline concert cutaway shape). This thinner body with a single cutaway provides comfortable playability and easy access to the upper frets, making it comfortable for players accustomed to electric or steel-string acoustic guitars.

  • Top Wood: Solid Sitka Spruce. This premium tonewood is known for its clarity, wide dynamic range, and ability to age gracefully, producing a strong, articulate fundamental tone.

  • Back & Sides Wood: Nato or Okume. These tonewoods contribute to a balanced and resonant sound profile.

  • Body Depth: Thinline body depth (80-90mm / 3 1/8" - 3 9/16"), designed for comfort and to help minimize feedback when amplified on stage.

  • Bracing: Features an advanced NX bracing pattern, which is specifically refined to enhance the low-frequency response and optimize the natural characteristics of the chosen tonewoods.

  • Finish: Gloss Brown Sunburst, a classic and elegant finish that transitions from dark brown edges to a lighter, warm brown center, beautifully highlighting the wood grain.

  • Binding: Black + White body binding, providing a clean edge.

  • Soundhole Inlay: Features a unique oval soundhole with Mahogany + Padauk inlay, adding to its contemporary aesthetic.

• Neck & Fingerboard:

  • Neck Material: Nato, chosen for its stability and tonal consistency.

  • Neck Profile: A slim and comfortable neck profile. This is a crucial design element for electric and steel-string guitarists, as it offers a playing feel much closer to what they are accustomed to, compared to the wider and flatter necks of traditional classical guitars.

  • Neck Finish: Matte finish on the back of the neck for smooth and fast playability.

  • Scale Length: 650mm (25 9/16), a standard full-size classical guitar scale length, providing familiar string tension for nylon.

  • Fingerboard Material: Walnut.

  • Fingerboard Radius: R600mm (approximately 23 5/8"), a relatively flat radius that aids comfortable playing and string bending.

  • Frets: 22 frets.

  • Nut Width: 48mm (1 7/8"), which is narrower than typical traditional classical guitars (usually 52mm), further contributing to its steel-string friendly feel.

  • Nut Material: Urea.

  • Saddle Material: Urea.

• Electronics:

  • Pickup System: Equipped with an advanced Yamaha undersaddle pickup system featuring a SYSTEM73 preamp. This system is designed to provide high-quality amplified sound that faithfully reproduces the guitar's acoustic tone.

  • Controls: The preamp includes essential controls such as Volume, a versatile 3-band EQ (Bass, Mid, Treble) with an adjustable mid-frequency control (FREQ for mid-sweep), and a precise built-in chromatic tuner. This comprehensive control set allows for flexible tone shaping when plugged into an amplifier or PA system.

  • Connections: Standard LINE OUT for direct connection to mixing consoles or amplifiers.

• Hardware:

  • Bridge Material: Ebony + Walnut, offering a strong anchor for the strings.

  • Tuners: Chrome with Matte Black Shafts (RM1188NB-B06), providing reliable tuning stability with a modern, sleek look.

  • Strap Buttons: Features performance-friendly strap buttons, making it convenient to play standing up on stage.

  • Strings: Comes strung with Yamaha S10 Medium tension nylon strings.

• Included Accessories: Typically includes a Hex Wrench and 2 x AA batteries for the preamp. A case or gig bag is sold separately.

The Yamaha NTX1 BS is a highly versatile and player-friendly acoustic-electric nylon-string guitar, especially well-suited for musicians who typically play steel-string or electric guitars but want to incorporate authentic nylon-string sounds into their repertoire. Its comfortable playability, robust electronics, and classic sunburst finish make it an excellent choice for studio or stage.