THR5A: Natural Acoustic Tone

The THR5A faithfully recreates the ideal conditions of a professional studio recording session. It incorporates the renowned acoustic preamp technology originally developed for Yamaha's AG Stomp series in the 1990s, making it the perfect companion for Silent Guitar™ models and premium NX Series nylon-string electro-acoustic guitars.

Take Your Sound Seriously—Even Off the Stage

You've spent countless hours perfecting your guitar tone for live performance, so why settle for less when you're practicing? The Yamaha THR series was designed from the ground up as the ideal "third amp"—built specifically for guitarists who demand great sound when they're away from the stage or studio.

Whether you're warming up backstage, writing songs in a hotel room, or playing around a campfire, the THR delivers authentic tube amp tone, realistic effects, and high-fidelity stereo playback wherever inspiration strikes.

Your Tone, Anywhere

The Yamaha THR series has become a favorite among guitarists worldwide thanks to its compact size, premium sound quality, and portability.

The updated THR5A features improved cabinet modeling with multi-microphone speaker simulation, providing:

• Cleaner clean tones
• Richer acoustic realism
• More detailed amp response

Powered by either AC or batteries, the THR5A is ready to go wherever you play.

Yamaha VCM (Virtual Circuitry Modeling)

Yamaha's VCM technology accurately recreates the behavior of classic analog circuits, capturing subtle tonal characteristics that conventional digital modeling often misses.

The result is highly realistic amplifier and effect modeling with natural dynamics and feel.

Yamaha Hi-Fi Audio Technology

Developed in collaboration with Yamaha's Home Audio division, the THR series delivers true stereo hi-fi sound.

Its specially designed cabinet and speaker system provide:

• Excellent guitar amplification
• High-quality stereo playback for backing tracks
• Clear, balanced sound ideal for practice and recording

Extended Stereo Technology

Yamaha's Extended Stereo technology creates a wide, immersive listening experience, making backing tracks sound full and spacious while maintaining excellent guitar clarity.

Premium VCM Effects

The THR5A includes two independent effect processors:

• Modulation effects (chorus, flanger, phaser, tremolo)
• Studio-quality delay and reverb

Using the THR Editor software, users can access deeper editing and fine-tune every effect parameter.

Connectivity & Recording

The THR5A offers flexible connectivity options, including:

• AUX input (3.5 mm) for backing tracks
• USB connection for recording directly into a computer
• Stereo playback via USB or AUX

It also includes Cubase AI music production software for easy recording and mixing.

THR Editor (Mac / PC)

The free THR Editor software provides advanced control over:

• Amplifier settings
• Effects
• Compressor
• Noise Gate
• Overall sound customization

Portable Design

The THR5A operates using either:

• AC power
• Battery power

This allows you to practice virtually anywhere without sacrificing sound quality.

THR Session App (iOS)

The free THR Session app lets you:

• Slow down songs without changing pitch
• Change key
• Loop difficult passages
• Remove original guitar parts to create backing tracks

It's an ideal practice companion for learning songs more efficiently.

Design

The THR series combines vintage-inspired styling with a modern aesthetic, featuring:

• Orange LED illumination reminiscent of tube amplifiers
• Compact desktop-friendly format
• Premium build quality

THR5A Amplifier Modes

• Natural – Natural acoustic guitar tone.
• Condenser – Optimized for electro-acoustic guitars with condenser microphone simulation for a clear, detailed sound.
• Dynamic – Dynamic microphone simulation with a focused, punchy acoustic tone.
• Tube – Warm tube microphone simulation for rich electro-acoustic guitar sound.
• Nylon – Optimized for classical and nylon-string electro-acoustic guitars.
• EG CLN – Classic American clean tube amplifier model with low gain, 6L6 power section, and a 12-inch speaker simulation for sparkling clean tones with smooth breakup.