Alvarez Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar, 12th Fret Inlay Rosewood Fingerboard, Shadowburst

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What materials are used in the construction of the Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar?

The Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar is made with a mahogany body and features a rosewood fingerboard. The solid top is hand-selected from quarter-sawn wood for consistent quality.

What is the Alvarez FST2M bracing system?

The Alvarez FST2M bracing system is a forward-shifted X brace design. This design allows for a larger soundboard, which is optimized with a solid maple bridge plate for both strength and energy.

What makes the Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar suitable for a variety of playing styles?

The dreadnought body style of the Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar ensures a balanced tone, making it versatile and well-suited for a variety of playing styles.

Why is the Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar considered an award-winning model?

The Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar is part of Alvarez's Artist Series, which has won competitions and received rave reviews globally for its exceptional quality and superior craftsmanship.

What contributes to the exceptional tone and playability of the Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar?

The exceptional tone and playability of the Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar are due to its high-quality components, including the Alvarez FST2M bracing system, bi-level bridge, and real bone nut. These components work together to produce a warm, open, and balanced sound.

Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?Walter S M : I have another Alvarez which sounds amazing for the price. These guitars are constructed of quality materials, including solid wood tops.

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Alvarez AD60SHB Specifications

General

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  • Color

    Shadowburst

  • Model / Series

    Artist

  • Orientation

    Right-Handed

  • Number of Strings

    6

  • Guitar Type

    Dreadnought

  • Guitar Finish

    Gloss

  • Body Material

    Mahogany

  • Top Material

    Sitka

  • Neck Material

    Mahogany

  • Neck Construction

    Set

  • Neck Shape

    Soft V to C

  • Fingerboard Material

    Rosewood Fretboard

  • Number of Frets

    21

  • Nut Material

    Real Bone

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  • Bridge Type

    Bi-Level Indian Laurel

  • Pickguard

    No

Miscellaneous

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  • String Material

    Steel

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About Alvarez AD60SHB

When you strum the strings of the Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar, you'll experience the power and beauty of Alvarez's award-winning design. This stunning instrument, with its sleek Shadowburst finish, is more than just a guitar; it's a testament to superior craftsmanship and acoustic innovation.

Constructed with a mahogany body, this guitar delivers robust mids and a warm, articulate sound that resonates with every note. The dreadnought body style ensures a balanced tone, making it versatile for a variety of playing styles. The 12th fret inlay on the rosewood fingerboard adds an elegant touch to this beautiful instrument, enhancing its aesthetic appeal.

The Artist Series has been recognized globally for its exceptional quality, winning competitions and earning rave reviews from the United States to Europe and beyond. This acclaim is a testament to the meticulous design and construction that goes into each guitar.

The solid top of this guitar is hand-selected from quarter-sawn wood, ensuring consistent quality. This feature, while not automatically guaranteeing superior sound, can significantly enhance the tone when the guitar is built correctly. The Artist Series is designed to harness the energy a solid soundboard can generate, resulting in a guitar that sounds as good as it looks.

The Alvarez FST2M bracing system, bi-level bridge, and real bone nut are just a few of the high-quality components that contribute to the guitar's exceptional tone and playability. The forward-shifted X brace design allows for a larger soundboard, optimized with a solid maple bridge plate for strength and energy.

Whether you're digging in for a powerful strum or gently picking a soft melody, this guitar responds with a warm, open, and balanced sound. The Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar is not only a gorgeous instrument; it's a versatile tool for musicians of all levels, offering an unparalleled playing experience.

Alvarez AD60SHB Features

  • Award-winning Alvarez Artist 60 Series AD60SHB Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar with stunning Shadowburst finish
  • Mahogany body construction for robust mids and warm, articulate sound
  • 12th fret inlay on elegant rosewood fingerboard
  • Hand-selected solid top from quarter-sawn wood for consistent quality and superior tone
  • Features Alvarez FST2M bracing system, bi-level bridge, and real bone nut for exceptional tone and playability
  • Versatile dreadnought body style suitable for a variety of playing styles

Key Features

  • Mahogany body construction for robust mids and warm, articulate sound
  • 12th fret inlay on elegant rosewood fingerboard
  • Hand-selected solid top from quarter-sawn wood for consistent quality and superior tone
  • Versatile dreadnought body style suitable for a variety of playing styles