{"product_id":"c-stock-l-series-rosewood-folk-acoustic-guitar-with-passive-pickup-with-hard-bag-natural-minor-imperfection-on-binding-line-on-bout-edge-near-strap-botton","title":"Yamaha LL16 ARE Original Jumbo Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural B-Stock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Serious Jumbo for Players Who Want All-Solid Without the Wait\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome guitars take decades to open up. Yamaha decided to shortcut that process entirely. The LL16 ARE is built around Yamaha's A.R.E. (Acoustic Resonance Enhancement) treatment — a proprietary process that manipulates the molecular structure of the tonewood through carefully controlled temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure, mimicking the tonal character of a well-aged instrument right out of the box. Pair that with all-solid tonewoods and an original jumbo body, and you have a guitar that is genuinely ready to play from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the LL16HB variant — the Hard Bag edition of the LL16, carrying the same flagship L Series construction with a passive SRT Zero Impact pickup system built in. Natural finish, gloss polyurethane body, and a playing experience that rewards both strummers and fingerstyle players.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have been looking for an all-solid acoustic-electric that punches above its price point with a big, full-range voice, the LL16 ARE is well worth your time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is a B-Stock guitar sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is new and has never been previously owned. The photos shown are of the exact instrument you will receive. Before shipment, our licensed technician will inspect and professionally set up the guitar to ensure it is playing its best. During our inspection, we noticed an Interesting wood grain spot on top, that's not a dent but just a spot where the wood grain differs slightly. Slight Visual imperfection in glue at heel (see pictures) Please note, these may not be the only cosmetic imperfections. As a B-Stock instrument, there may be additional minor blemishes that are small in nature and do not affect playability or performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTonewoods That Do the Talking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LL16 ARE starts with a hand-selected solid Engelmann spruce top treated with Yamaha's A.R.E. process. Engelmann spruce is a slightly softer, lighter species than Sitka — it responds quickly to a light touch and produces a warm, open tone with excellent clarity across the frequency range. The A.R.E. treatment takes that a step further, effectively pre-aging the wood so you are not waiting for the top to loosen up over years of playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe back and sides are solid rosewood — a classic pairing with spruce that produces rich low-end warmth, detailed midrange complexity, and a naturally glassy high end. Yamaha's modified non-scalloped bracing pattern complements these woods by reinforcing the low frequencies while keeping the highs clear and defined. This is a jumbo body that actually delivers on the promise of \"full range.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Neck Built to Stay Comfortable All Night\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe five-ply mahogany\/rosewood neck is attached with a hide-glue joint — the same technique used in traditional instrument building that results in a more resonant, acoustically coupled connection between neck and body. The traditional high-comfort neck profile is designed to work with a wide range of hand sizes without fatigue, and the ebony fretboard adds a smooth, consistent playing surface that holds up over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 25 9\/16\" scale length sits just a hair longer than a standard 25.5\", giving the strings a touch more tension that keeps tuning stability solid, even when you dig in. Nut width comes in at 1 3\/4\" (44mm) — enough string spacing to keep fingerpicking clear, but not so wide it becomes uncomfortable for players who spend most of their time strumming. The 15 3\/4\" fingerboard radius keeps the feel familiar and chord-friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe SRT Zero Impact Pickup — Passive, By Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SRT (Studio Response Technology) Zero Impact pickup is Yamaha's answer to a specific problem: most acoustic pickups compromise the guitar's acoustic resonance by routing preamp cavities into the body or applying mass and hardware to the top. The SRT system uses a separate piezoelectric element for each individual string, routed without a bulky onboard preamp, which means the guitar's natural acoustic voice is not affected by the electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe passive design means you will need an external preamp or a DI with instrument input when going direct, but many players find this a worthwhile trade-off for the improved acoustic performance and the cleaner, more natural amplified tone. For live settings, it plays nicely through most acoustic-friendly DI boxes and amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yamaha Original Jumbo — large, full-volume acoustic body with strong projection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid Engelmann Spruce with A.R.E. 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