Description
ALVAREZ AD60CESHB Artist Series Acoustic-Electric
In 2010, the AD60 was the model that Alvarez's new design team first focused on. It became the benchmark model, a reference in which other brands and Alvarez's previous models were measured. The goal and, therefore, the team's whole approach was to simply make the best performing entry-level guitar available. In tandem with developing the Artist Series, Alvarez also developed bracing systems such as FST2 at the Yairi workshops. Bracing systems cut there by hand were reproduced by machine for Artist Series in order to create “our sound” throughout the Alvarez brand.
The result of months of R&D produced the early 60’s series, which helped set Artist Series apart from other solid top lines and go on to win a host of awards at shows and in guitar magazines worldwide. Since then, the construction and design continue to be redefined, making the Artist 60’s series a pretty hard bunch to compare.
The premium North American Sitka top is hand selected and paired with high-quality laminated African Mahogany backs and sides. The response is quick, and its voice is open and dynamic for a solid top. This cutaway model is finished in a flawless Shadowburst and fitted with the wonderful LR Baggs StagePro EQ and Element Pick Up.
Features
- Top WoodSolid A+ Sitka Spruce
- Body FinishShadowburst/Gloss
- Back and Sides WoodAfrican Mahogany
- ShapeDreadnought
- NeckMahogany, 50/50 Semi gloss finish
- BridgeBi-Level Indian Laurel/Rosewood
- InlaysAbalone & Mother of Pearl
- FingerboardIndian Laurel/Rosewood w/12th Fret Inlay
- Nut and SaddleReal Bone
- TunerPremium Die Cast
- BindingIvory ABS
- StringsD'Addario EXP16
- Bracing SystemsFS6 Forward Shifted, Tapered Tone Bars
- Neck JointDovetail
- Neck Meets Body14th Fret
- Number of Frets21
- Pickup / EQLR Baggs StagePro EQ and Element Pick Up
