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Jeremy L : What case would you recommend for this guitar?
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?WILLIAM P : Great reviews on just the size and type of guitar that I have been looking for.EVERETT F : ValueVINCE C : It looked like a great deal on a full size acoustic/electric guitar. The fact that it had sealed tuners for that price was a big reason that I purchased it.EUGENE E : Because it’s electricTERESA T : best valueDAVID G : Quality and price.CHANGNAM L : to use at the churchOMAR A : seems like a good low budget replacement for a long lost ibanez mahogany grand concert series acoustic electric! thanks for the sweet deal !HUNG T : Just want to try outKENNETH A : good reviewsNANCY A : Smaller size, decent construction and soundROBERT A : Amazing deal for a great guitar!BRANDON M : PriceMICHAEL S : looking for budget guitar to start learning how to playB. S : It's an electric acoustic with a great price.KEYUR P : it was a great price and seemed like good for beginnerRICHARD F : I wanted a acoustic and electric guitarTIMOTHY B : It's a bit of a gamble, but for $120 I'll roll the dice.TODD M : Recommended by Pete Thorn as a good guitar for a young beginnerMICHAEL S : Pete Thorn demo'd this guitar on his youtube channelLEON H : I want an inexpensive guitar to bring on trips. I’ve read good things about this brand so I thought I’d give it a try.DONNA D : recommended by a musician as a great guitar for the price

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2023-01-19T07:52:52

Rated 4 out of 5

Great quality for price

Would've given 5 stars but high frets / string buzz

Don C.

2023-01-12T02:25:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent guitar even at a higher price.

For the price, this is unbelieveable. The action was pretty low without adjusting the truss rod. The tuners seem to hold well. The built in tuner is a little finiky but does work fine. Sounds good. The finish is low luster and looks good. I don't think you could go wrong at the price as I would have expected a guitar of this quality to be more expensive. I bought it on sale reduced to $59.95 just after Christmas. If it were still available at that price, I would buy a couple more just to give away to family.

David R.

2023-01-04T14:27:10

Rated 4 out of 5

Functions beautifully, but a little rough around the edges.

A lot to love at the very low clearance price I bought this for. For sound, playability, and features out of the box; I'm not sure the value this thing delivers can be beat for an acoustic electric! The only con is that it's literally "rougher around the edges" than the Ovation I normally play. The metal frets are a tad sharp and I noticed it caught the material of my shirt when I reached over the neck. Also some of the areas where wood edges come together just aren't finished as perfectly. Overall I'm happy with the purchase. I will definitely be taking this one when I go car camping, head to a bonfire, or just want to play outside and not expose my more expensive guitars to the elements.

BRAD K.

2022-12-23T05:27:46

Rated 4 out of 5

Guitar is nice, Shipping was a fail!

First the guitar. Great little guitar for the money. Beginners or just a beater/beach guitar it?s great. Built in tuner and preamp a plus. I bought several for resale. That said let?s talk about shipping. Adorama shipped these only in thin cardboard guitar box. Didn?t put in a shipping box like they have in the past. 3 had to be returned due to damage. Total fail on shipping dept. That said if you can snag one of these at the close out price it?s totally worth it assuming they don?t arrive damaged.

David G.

2022-12-20T10:16:12

Rated 3 out of 5

You can?t supply the kit items that you advertise in catalog.

Both guitars and 2 more dreadnaught kit for a total of 6 H and A acoustic guitar stands ARE ON BACKORDER FOR 9.95 each. Where are they and when are you going to fulfill my orders that you keep selling as kits but the guitar stands are my available anymore. I did receive 2 of them as part of a kit. As advertised. Please take this complaint up to the CEO. THANK YOU. SUBSTITUTE A. BETTER ONE AT SAME PRICE OF 9.95 ea Ch.

JOHN P.

2022-12-12T07:08:10

Rated 5 out of 5

Good for beginners

Love it for a beginner!

MARISA P.

2022-11-27T07:04:11

Rated 5 out of 5

Can't beat this guitar for the price!

Great beginner guitar for the money! It doesn't sound like my taylor 214CE but it sounds great. The built in tuner is also nice. It has a bright sound, which I prefer for live (not recorded) sounds.

IGNACIO C.

2022-08-25T08:38:05

Rated 4 out of 5

Good for the price

Not bad for the price! Great entry level guitar or something to have on the side that you don't mind getting dinged up. Sound is a little bright to my liking but nice that it comes with a built in pickup/tuner. The low price really comes when comparing to build quality. The edges around the guitar are all very sharp and not rounded off so oddly it's not very comfortable to play if you are leaning your arm on any edge of the guitar. Also the wires were all loose inside the guitar but what can you expect at this price point?

Eugene K.

2022-08-21T18:46:44

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid guitar

Surprisingly, good guitar. Solid sound, changed out the strings immediately and it helped a lot. Solid guitar

Justin B.

2022-07-31T11:27:34

Rated 5 out of 5

Awesome.

This is a good guitar for the money.

RICHARD R.

2022-07-30T03:26:36

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Bang for the Buck!

First off I grabbed this puppy on sale for $89. That said try to find any acoustic with built in preamp and tuner under $100. I was quite surprised when I received. The action is decent out of the box, but I?m a player so my callouses help. I?d say it would need a setup for a new player. The guitar doesn?t look cheap. It has a nice feel in the auditorium body style and would be perfect for a teen. Maybe a bit big for a younger child. That said plays nice. I went and bought another for same price because I flip guitars and am always looking for a decent bargain. But I?m also a player and if I was looking for a beater or office guitar or just something I wouldn?t cringe if it got dinged or broken, this would fit the bill. If this came with a gig bag that would be nice but hey, $89? Buy it before I buy the rest of the stock out and sell them on EBay for much more!??

David G.

2022-07-13T08:37:37

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice guitar came damaged

I was disappointed, not from the sound or from the feel, but the way it came damaged. For an inexpensive guitar it sounded good, the action was good and it looked pretty good. But when I looked over the body, I noticed several damaged areas. Would I recommend this is a loaded question, if I could be sure it would get here in good shape, I would get another one.

LEON H.

2022-02-26T07:20:01

Rated 4 out of 5

Good value

Nice for the price.

PATRICK R.

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Boroughs Auditorium Specifications

Head

Fingerboard

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  • Frets to body

    14F

  • Fingerboard Material

    Techwood

  • Fingerboard Binding

    1ply binding, Cream

  • Fingerboard Inlay Material

    Dot 6mm, Imitation White Pearl

  • Side Position & Material

    Dot 1.5mm, White PVC

  • Number of Frets

    20

  • Neck Material

    Mahogany

  • Neck Joint

    Wooden Dowel

  • Body Shape

    Auditorium

  • Body Size

    100mm x 120mm

  • Body Top Material

    Spruce

  • Body Top Binding

    ABS, Cream

  • Sound Hole Size

    100mm

  • Rosette

    Decal

  • Body Back Material

    Mahogany

  • Body Side Material

    Mahogany

  • Body Side Binding

    ABS, Cream

  • Bridge

    Techwood, Natural

  • Bridge Pin

    ABS, White with Black Dots

  • Bridge Saddle

    Compensated

  • String

    0.12-0.52 Gauge

  • End Pin

    Chrome

  • Body Top Finish

    Satin, Sunburst (tinted)

  • Back & Side Finish

    Satin, NA

  • Neck Finish

    Satin, NA

  • Headstock Finish

    Satin, NA

  • Battery

    9v

Battery

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  • Battery Info

    Required, included

  • Battery Material

    -

  • Battery Type

    9-volt

  • Battery Quantity

    1

  • UPC Code

    192223185838

23 Accessories for Boroughs B30ACESB Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar, Sunburst

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About Boroughs Auditorium

FEATURED REVIEWS

Excellent guitar even at a higher price.

By David R.

For the price, this is unbelieveable. The action was pretty low without adjusting the truss rod. The tuners seem to hold well. The built in tuner is a little finiky but does work fine. Sounds good. The finish is low luster and looks good. I don't think you could go wrong at the price as I would have expected a guitar of this quality to be more expensive. I bought it on sale reduced to $59.95 just after Christmas. If it were still available at that price, I would buy a couple more just to give...

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Good for beginners

By MARISA P.

Love it for a beginner!

Amplify Your Love Of Music.

Amplify Your Love Of Music.

The Boroughs B30ACE Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar with Sunburst Finish gives aspiring and seasoned guitar players alike everything they need to plug-in and play. A built-in preamp with a 3-band equalizer, volume control, phase switch, and tuner give players more control when they amplify or record. The Auditorium Acoustic Electric has a smaller frame with a focused midrange sound that’s ideal for finger-picking and folk playing. Great size and shape for kids, teens, and players who find regular-sized guitars uncomfortable to play. Boroughs considered everything down to the smallest detail to guarantee that this is the sweetest sounding, best playing guitar on the market at this price. We have included other thoughtful details such as an easy access battery compartment, Graph Tech™ NuBoneXB™ nut and saddle, and D’Addario™ EXP16™ coated strings. Boroughs designed our guitars to make sure it’s special and user-friendly for all players. Everything you need in your guitar, nothing you don’t.

Intentional Design.

Designed by guitar players for players, we start with a mid-sized Auditorium body design that features a thinner waist and rounder body for a focused, balanced tone that’s ideal for folk and fingerpicking playing style. A cutaway on the body makes it easier to play in the higher neck register and allows it to shine as a solo instrument. The lubricated, 15:1 ratio, sealed-gear tuners ensure the instrument is easy to tune so players can focus on the sheer joy of playing. Our modern design headstock is not only stylish, but has a straighter string pull, making it easy to keep the instrument in tune. The spruce top, mahogany back and sides, comfortable C-shaped neck, and Techwood fingerboard add up to a full sounding instrument that is a pleasure to play. A lightweight satin finish feels good to the touch and allows the guitar to resonate freely, resulting in a great tone. Quality material, an industry standard X-braced top, and thoughtful design make for a better guitar.

Intentional Design.
Intentional Design.

It's All About The Experience.

The thin C-shape neck makes for more comfortable playing. The fretboard feels smooth, thanks to the environmentally friendly Techwood, which is resistant to heat and humidity that can cause damage to fingerboards. Sealed gear tuners keep dirt and grime out, extending the lifespan of the tuning gears, while the high gear ratio (15:1) allows them to tune more accurately than tuning keys commonly found on guitars at this price. The Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar comes equipped with a preamp with an equalizer, volume control, and phase switch, making it a one-stop guitar ready for amplification or recording. A built-in graphic tuner allows players to quickly get in tune. The easy access battery compartment is built into the bottom, making it easier for players to change batteries. Other thoughtful features include a compensated saddle for accurate intonation, and a convenient end pin jack.

It's All About The Experience.

Functional & Attractive.

By focusing on the features that really make a difference to aspiring players, Boroughs has been able to develop attractive instruments that stand out in playability and sound compared to other brands. Simple bindings, rosettes, and finishes result in a modern but timeless look. We use industry standard spruce for our tops, resulting in guitars that look and sound great, compared to other brands that use low-cost, alternative woods to cut corners. Techwood fingerboards are smooth to the touch and are more resilient compared to low-cost rosewood alternatives used by other brands. Finally, the 15:1 ratio, sealed gear tuners are superior to lower gear ratio, covered tuners used by many companies on their low-cost instruments. Tunes accurately and the permanently sealed and lubricated gears last longer.

Functional & Attractive.
Something For Everyone To Love.

Something For Everyone To Love.

Even if you’re a seasoned player, there’s plenty to love in this acoustic electric guitar. The tone, timbre, and playability of the guitar is instantly appealing. Solid construction and quality components set it apart from most other instruments in its class. And the price point makes it convenient for casual playing and songwriting. Perfect for knocking around on or as an affordable songwriting companion for musicians whose main instrument is not guitar. Keyboard players and vocalists will appreciate the B30ACE as an alternate songwriting tool or when they travel and cannot bring their main instrument and it won’t break the bank. Take it on the beach, load it in the van, or pack it for the campground, it’s on hand whenever inspiration or the mood strikes. Boroughs considered everything down to the smallest detail to guarantee that this is the best-sounding guitar on the market at this price. You don’t need to know the details, you’ll hear them.

Features.

  • 15:1 sealed gear tuners accurately tune, keep guitar in tune, and wear well
  • Traditional X-bracing ensures a clear, balanced tone
  • Spruce top and mahogany back and sides look attractive and sound great
  • Mid-sized Auditorium body style makes it more comfortable for young players
  • C-shape neck is comfortable to play
  • Techwood fretboard is environmentally friendly and heat and humidity resistant
  • Modern headstock with a straighter string pull helps guitar stay in tune
  • Built-in preamp comes with an equalizer, volume control, and phase switch
  • Built-in graphic tuner allows players to quickly get in tune
  • Easy access battery compartment is built in on the bottom, making it easy to change batteries
  • Satin Sunburst finish looks and sounds great
  • Compensated saddle

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Experience rich acoustic tones with this Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar.
  • The Spruce top ensures a bright, balanced sound for all your guitar performances.
  • Mahogany back & sides provide warmth and depth, enhancing your acoustic-electric sound.
  • Onboard electronics let you plug in and play, making this guitar stage-ready!
  • Enjoy smooth playability with a comfortable neck, perfect for extended guitar sessions.
  • Sunburst finish adds a touch of elegance to this affordable acoustic-electric guitar.

What's in the box:

  • Boroughs B30ACESB Auditorium Acoustic Electric Guitar Sunburst
  • Truss Rod Adjustment Wrench
  • Boroughs Lifetime Limited Warranty