Discover the Alvarez Artist Series Acoustic-Electric Baritone Guitar, where deep tonal exploration meets exceptional craftsmanship. This unique instrument is purposefully tuned from B to B, bridging the gap between a traditional dreadnought and an acoustic bass, delivering a rich, sonorous sound that adds depth to any musical arrangement. Whether you're composing new tracks or enriching your live performances, this guitar provides a robust low-end presence that traditional acoustics can't match.

The ABT60CE's A+ Sitka spruce top is matched with mahogany back and sides, creating a powerful, resonant tone with clarity and sustain. Its FST2 forward-shifted bracing design allows the top to vibrate freely while maintaining structural integrity, ensuring that your sound is both vibrant and controlled. The cutaway body design offers easy access to higher frets, enabling adventurous play and creativity.

Equipped with the LR Baggs StagePro Bronze preamp and Element pickup, the ABT60CE ensures your amplified sound is captured with precision and clarity, featuring a built-in tuner, 3-band EQ, and phase control for seamless tone sculpting. This versatile system is a favorite among performers for its reliability and sonic excellence.

The mahogany neck sports a hybrid V to C shape that provides comfort and support, while the bone nut and saddle enhance resonance and sustain. Chrome tuning machines and mother-of-pearl inlays add a touch of elegance to this exceptional instrument, making it a reliable and stylish choice for musicians seeking to expand their sonic horizons.

Key Features:

• Baritone acoustic-electric with jumbo-style body
• Tuned B to B for rich low-end resonance
• Solid A+ Sitka spruce top with mahogany back and sides
• LR Baggs StagePro Bronze preamp and Element pickup
• Forward-shifted bracing for enhanced tonal clarity
• 27.75-inch scale fingerboard with Indian laurel
• Hybrid soft V to C neck shape for comfortable playability
• Chrome Alvarez tuners and bone nut/saddle for stable tuning and sustain

Product specs

FAQs

What type of wood is used in the Alvarez Artist Series Acoustic-Electric Baritone Guitar, and how does it affect the sound?

This guitar features a solid A+ Sitka spruce top and African mahogany back and sides, offering a rich, warm tone with excellent resonance and sustain, ideal for deeper, fuller sounds typical of baritone guitars.

Is the Alvarez Artist Series Baritone Guitar suitable for live performances?

Yes, it is equipped with LR Baggs Stagepro Bronze preamp and Element pickup, providing excellent amplified sound quality, making it suitable for live performances.

What is the neck profile of the Alvarez Artist Series Acoustic-Electric Baritone Guitar?

The neck features a soft V to a C shape, providing comfortable playability for both chords and single-note lines, catering to various playing styles.

Can I use standard guitar strings on the Alvarez Artist Series Baritone Guitar?

No, baritone guitars require specific strings due to their longer scale length. This guitar comes with D'Addario EXP23 strings, which are designed for baritone tuning.

How does the Alvarez Artist Series Acoustic-Electric Baritone Guitar handle different music genres?

This guitar excels in genres that benefit from deep, resonant tones such as metal, jazz, and country, offering versatility for exploring a wide range of musical styles.