Alvarez ABT60CE 8-String Baritone Acoustic Guitar - Black

The ABT60ce 8-String, tuned from B to B, offers deep, sonorous tones that sit between a dreadnought and an acoustic bass. It maintains the familiar playability of standard six-string guitars, with chord shapes and scales unchanged, but in a lower voicing. Featuring FST2 bracing, this guitar achieves perfect harmony between rigidity and vibration, delivering balance and liveliness that inspire every player. The 8-string model enhances the lower register with two-octave strings on the 3rd and 4th strings, adding layers of treble response and octave shimmer. Whether played with a percussive fingerstyle or traditional techniques, it offers versatility reminiscent of an octave pedal or a second instrument. Equipped with the LR Baggs StagePro Bronze, it includes a side-mounted EQ, backlit tuner, and easily accessible battery box.

Alvarez Artist Series represents a commitment to quality and meticulous design, ensuring an instant bond between player and instrument. With careful consideration of each component, from the bi-level bridge to the solid bridge plates, these guitars offer impressive projection and balance. The ATR™ (Advanced Tonal Response) process enhances wood stability and resonance, making the guitars more resilient and sonically mature from day one. The Artist Series provides a wide selection of body shapes and wood configurations, catering to every player's preference, whether seeking the focused, woody tone of mahogany, the broad projection of Sitka, or the warm response of cedar. Each guitar is built with the highest standards, ensuring durability and exceptional sound quality.

Top:  Solid A+ Sitka Spruce
Back and Sides:  African Mahogany
Finish:  Black / Gloss
Bridge Pins:  PPS Synthetic Bone
Shape:  Baritone
Neck:  African Mahogany
Electronics:  LR Baggs StagePro Bronze
Fingerboard:  Indian Laurel
Nut and Saddle:  Bone
Neck Meets Body:  14th
Number of Frets:  20