Sound is very good. I migrated from an APX5A and the sound on the 7A is definitely superior, plugged in or unplugged. I use my 7A with a Zoom 504 effects box in chorus mode running through a Peavy Ecoustic 112 and everything works toward a rich, full sound.

Components on this guitar are top-notch. Tuners are upgraded, neck also....and the solid top makes for a superior sound over my previous guitar. Action of the neck is very fast, and the electronics are also superior.

All materials seem to be first quality. Fit and finish is first rate. Reliability is unknown, but based upon my other Yamaha reliability should be flawless.

I did a lot of comparison shopping and feel very good about my purchase of the APX7A. The price is of this guitar is comparable with low end professional quality instruments but at a significantly discounted rate.

Never had to deal with the manufacturer because Yamaha products have a rep for being good, well made, and reliable.

Aesthetically pleasing, feels great, plays great, sounds great.

Contemporary Christian