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Description

The Breedlove Legacy 12-string Guitar is a masterpiece for musicians seeking to elevate their acoustic experience. Known for its powerful projection and rich tonal palette, this acoustic-electric guitar combines traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. Its 12-string configuration provides a lush, full sound that is perfect for both strumming and fingerpicking, making it a versatile choice for multiple musical genres.

Crafted with a solid Sitka spruce top and Indian rosewood back and sides, the Breedlove Legacy is designed to produce a balanced and resonant sound. The guitar's innovative design includes a comfortable mahogany neck and an ebony fingerboard, ensuring smooth playability for both beginners and seasoned players. The inclusion of LR Baggs Anthem electronics allows for precise sound amplification, making it ideal for live performances or studio recordings.

Breedlove's commitment to sustainable practices is evident in their use of eco-friendly materials and manufacturing processes. This guitar not only sounds great but also represents a step toward environmentally conscious musicianship. The meticulous attention to detail and high-quality components make the Breedlove Legacy 12-string Guitar a reliable and long-lasting instrument for any musician’s collection.

Key Features:

  • Solid Sitka spruce top for enhanced sound projection
  • Indian rosewood back and sides for rich tonal character
  • Mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard for comfortable playability
  • LR Baggs Anthem electronics for high-quality sound amplification
  • Eco-friendly construction and materials
  • Suitable for both live performances and studio recordings
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Breedlove Acoustic Guitars: Legacy 12-String Acoustic Guitar

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Breedlove Acoustic Guitars: Legacy 12-String Acoustic Guitar

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Breedlove Legacy 12-string Guitar.

Features and functionality

  • The guitar features an LR Baggs Anthem pickup system, which offers improved sound balance when adjusting the mic gain for blending between mic and saddle pickup.

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Value and pricing

  • A new Breedlove Legacy Concert can be purchased for around $2756 during sales, such as a Black Friday event.

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Comparisons

  • Owners find the Breedlove to have a balanced sound with the right low-end, outperforming others like Taylor (lacking low end) and Gibson (too boomy).

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  • The Redwood/rosewood model is critiqued for producing a "thump" sound, lacking articulation compared to other wood combinations.

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Build quality

  • The wood finish has a unique color transition from light lavender to dark red, which is highly praised by owners.

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  • A user emphasized that the Thinline Concert model, with its modified bracing and finish, offers impressive volume despite its shallower body depth.

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User experience

  • An owner initially planned to buy used but was so impressed with the in-store experience that they purchased new immediately.

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  • A player with 7 Breedlove guitars notes that the Cedar/Myrtlewood Concertina stands out for its exceptional cedar tone, which is rare in the current market.

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Use cases and applications

  • Breedlove guitars are praised for their versatility, with one owner frequently using them for both fingerpicking and strumming.

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Setup and maintenance

  • A suggestion is made for guitar humidification using a sponge, ziplock, and distilled water to maintain the guitar's condition.

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See how Ed Roland uses Breedlove Legacy 12-string Guitar

Ed Roland

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According to Premier Guitar, this is one of his two acoustic guitars that he brings on tour.

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Breedlove Legacy Concert
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L.R. Baggs Anthem Pickup
L.R. Baggs Anthem Pickup Acoustic Guitar Pickups
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