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Description
Dive into the world of classic tones and modern craftsmanship with the Yamaha AES 1500 B, a semi-hollowbody electric guitar that seamlessly merges tradition with innovation. Designed to appeal to both seasoned players and aspiring musicians, this guitar offers a versatile sound palette suited for a variety of genres, ranging from jazz to rock. Its unique body design pairs a maple top with a mahogany back and sides, resulting in a rich, resonant tone that effortlessly fills any room.
The Yamaha AES 1500 B is equipped with dual DiMarzio Q-100 pickups, providing a balanced output that maintains clarity and warmth across all frequencies. The pickups are complemented by a three-way toggle switch and individual volume and tone controls, allowing players to precisely dial in their desired sound. The Bigsby B6 vibrato tailpiece adds a touch of vintage flair, enabling smooth pitch modulation without sacrificing tuning stability.
Beyond its tonal capabilities, the Yamaha AES 1500 B is crafted for comfort and playability. The set neck with a rosewood fingerboard offers a smooth and fast playing experience, while the medium jumbo frets ensure effortless bending and articulation. This guitar’s aesthetic details, such as the bound fingerboard and distinctive f-hole design, make it as visually appealing as it is sonically impressive.
Key Features:
- Semi-hollowbody construction with a maple top and mahogany back and sides
- Dual DiMarzio Q-100 pickups for versatile sound options
- Bigsby B6 vibrato tailpiece for classic pitch modulation
- Set neck with rosewood fingerboard and medium jumbo frets
- Three-way toggle switch with individual volume and tone controls
Videos
Rich Severson
Yamaha AES1500 guitar demo w/ Rich Severson
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Seen in the whole video. Troy owned 2 other AES1500s, a white one and a 3 pickup red one but the black one was modded for a stopbar instead of a bigsby. Used in A Perfect Circle, Enemy, and QOTSA. The guitar was last seen/used in a 2010 performance of Sky Is Fallin' where Dean played it.
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