Yamaha Debuts New THR30IIA Desktop Acoustic Amp
Packing 30 watts of power, the THR30IIA features three microphone models, a number of effects and much more.
Yamaha has unveiled the latest addition to its hugely popular THR line of desktop practice amps, the THR30IIA.
Packing 30 watts of power, the THR30IIA acoustic amp is built for acoustic guitar players, and packs three microphone models – dynamic, tube and condenser – and a number of onboard effects, including compression, chorus, delay and reverb. The reverb, and the amp's audio playback feature, utilize Yamaha's Extended Stereo Technology (EST), resulting in a "more immersive" listening experience.
The amp also features a Yamaha D-PRE microphone preamp, a dedicated mode for nylon-string guitars and a multipurpose flat setting. Three-band equalization and a specially designed playback system to optimize sound quality through the amp's two 3.5" speakers also come aboard.
Other features on the THR30IIA include a built-in rechargeable battery, a USB port for direct recording and playback, and an optional Line 6 Relay G10T transmitter. The amp is also compatible with the free Yamaha Rec'n'Share app, which allows users to record audio and video along with songs from a music library, and share them online.
Additionally, the amp's Bluetooth support enables wireless playback from Bluetooth audio devices, MIDI footswitch control and communication with the included THR Remote app.
Rounding out the specs are 1/4" instrument and XLR combo mic inputs, stereo 1/8" Aux In and Phone jacks, and 1/4" line-level outputs.
The Yamaha THR-30IIA desktop acoustic amplifier will be available later this month for $869, though the street price will be closer to $549.
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