Yamaha - TAG1E Translucent Black TransAcoustic Dreadnought Guitar
The TAG1E builds on our first generation, featuring a sleek modern design, fuller volume, and newly optimized effects. Built-in reverb and chorus effects deliver high-quality sounds with no extra gear, making TAG1E the perfect choice for enjoying and discovering the TransAcoustic guitar experience at home.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Yamaha's TransAcoustic technology integrates reverb and chorus directly into the instrument via piezo pickup and onboard processing; fuller dreadnought volume paired with modern tonal shaping; sleeker aesthetic than competitors in the hybrid acoustic category.
Requires AA batteries or USB power for effects operation; built-in headphone jack essential for silent practice; pairs naturally with audio interface for recording; no external pedal support—effects control via onboard knobs only.
The TAG1E strips away gear clutter while preserving acoustic character. Players get authentic dreadnought tone enhanced by studio-quality effects built in—ideal for exploring how reverb and chorus shape performance without investment in separate equipment.
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TAG1E TransAcoustic 2nd Gen
The TAG1E builds on our first generation, featuring a sleek modern design, fuller volume, and newly optimized effects. Built-in reverb and chorus effects deliver high-quality sounds with no extra gear, making TAG1E the perfect choice for enjoying and discovering the TransAcoustic guitar experience at home.
- Dreadnought-Style Body
- Solid Spruce top
- Mahogany back & sides
- Built-in reverb and chorus effects with simple controls
- Battery operation (AAx2)
Step Beyond the Acoustic guitar
Evolving the innovative TransAcoustic Guitar concept of adding effects to your natural sound without external gear, the new generation pushes this forward with additional features including a looper and Bluetooth® support. The entire creative process of listening, playing, and creating is brought together in a single guitar, where inspiration meets innovation.
Blending technology with tradition
Whilst the design and build quality of the instrument is impressive alone, the TransAcoustic effects takes the guitar to another level. Through Yamaha's unique technology that enhances the guitar's natural resonance, the chorus, reverb, and delay effects are immersive and blend seamlessly with the acoustic tone
A Lineup Tailored to Every Player
Available in three grades and two body shapes—dreadnought-style and concert-style — TransAcoustic guitars are designed to complement individual playing styles and lifestyles. The varied lineup ensures you can find a model that resonates with your needs and musical expression.
Built-in Effects
Actuators installed on the inner surface of the guitar resonate in response to the vibrations of the strings. The vibrations are then transmitted to the body and to the surrounding air, producing rich and immersive effects such as reverb and chorus that actually radiate from within the body.
Simple Controls
A compact and intuitive control layout allows easy access to the features supported by each model—such as effect adjustment, looper, or Bluetooth pairing. Small, space-efficient buttons help reduce the amount of body wood removed, preserving the guitar’s natural acoustic tone.
| Body Shape | DreadnoughtStyle |
| Scale Length | 650 mm (25 9/16") |
| Body Length | 505 mm (19 7/8") |
| Total Length | 1039 mm (40 7/8") |
| Body Width | 412 mm (16 1/4") |
| Body Depth | 100-125 mm (3 15/16" - 4 15/16") |
| Nut Width | 44 mm (1 3/4") |
| String Spacing * | 11.0 mm |
| Top Material | Solid Spruce |
| Back Material | Mahogany |
| Side Material | Mahogany |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard Material | Walnut |
| Fingerboard Radius | R400 mm (15 3/4") |
| Bridge Material | Walnut |
| Nut Material | Urea |
| Saddle Material | Urea |
| Bridge Pins | Black ABS |
| Tuners | Die-cast Chrome |
| Body Binding | Black |
| Soundhole Inlay | Blue Ripple Pattern |
| Pickguard | Transparent |
| Body Finish | Gloss |
| Neck Finish | Matte |
| Electronics | TransAcoustic (SYSTEM70) |
| Controls | Reverb / Chorus / Line out Vol |
| Connections | LINE OUT |
| Strings | Elixir NANOWEB 80/20 Bronze Light |
| Accessories | Hex Wrench |
| Case | Hard Bag |
Yamaha is a Japanese multinational corporation with over a century of experience in musical instrument manufacturing. The company has built a global reputation for combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative technology, consistently delivering instruments that balance quality, playability, and accessibility across all skill levels.
Known for reliability and sonic excellence, Yamaha has established itself as a trusted choice among musicians worldwide. The brand's commitment to research and development has resulted in numerous industry-leading innovations, including the TransAcoustic technology that redefines how acoustic guitars can integrate modern effects without external amplification.

