New Compass Guitar Features Art Deco Style

January 20, 2002

The Art Deco style has long been considered the
pinnacle of sophistication and elegance, and those
qualities are on full display in the newest addition
to the popular Yamaha Compass line, the
CPX15AD Limited Edition acoustic/electric
guitar.

Using natural materials which include Abalone,
Mother of Pearl and Turquoise, Yamaha's
craftsmen have made yet another bold visual
statement while maintaining the characteristics
that make the Compass the choice of
professionals: outstanding playability and tone,
plus the sophisticated electronics to bring that
tone to the audience in vivid detail.

"The Compass is unique among guitars in that it
offers custom shop looks and features in a
package that's accessible to the working
musician," notes David Bergstrom, director of
marketing, Yamaha Corporation of America, Pro
Audio & Combo Division, Combo Group. "These
instruments are at home on stage, in the studio,
and in the collector's display case." Each of the
300 limited edition instruments will carry a
certificate of authenticity.

The handmade CPX15AD starts with traditional
materials, including a solid Spruce top over
Rosewood back and sides, a Mahogany neck with
an Ebony fingerboard, and an Ebony bridge. The
clear natural finish, highlighted by Gold hardware
and tasteful eye-catching inlays, make this limited
edition a must-have for collectors and players
looking for an unforgettable visual statement.

The CPX15AD succeeds beneath the surface,
too. The Compass body shape is among the most
comfortable in the business, and gives
outstanding access to the entire neck, while the
sophisticated combination piezo/microphone
electronics system (with blender preamp)
captures the guitar's natural tone.

"The Compass is one of the few guitars that can
capture the eyes as well as the ears," says Gary
Cook, product manager, Yamaha Guitars. "But the
best part happens when you pick one up. These
are truly 'players' guitars."

The Compass CPX15AD retails for $2299, includes a professional hard shell case, and is
currently available.