<p>From Alvarez:</p>
<p>The AC65Hce is constructed in the traditional sense with fan-style bracing for both clarity and balance across all six strings. A phenomenal hybrid, this modern instrument bridges the gap between steel string and nylon string guitars.</p>
<p>The 65Hce is joined at the 14th fret, unlike a traditional classical guitar which is joined at the 12th, making this feel more familiar to steel-string players. It features a narrower nut width than standard classical guitars and has a radiused fingerguard, rather than flat. All carefully considered details culminate in less of a departure from steel string familiarity for those players looking for a nylon string sound.</p>
<p>The AC65 features a high-quality Western Red Cedar for a warm voice with an open projection, ideally suited for fingerstyle playing with a quick and clear response.</p>
<p>This cutaway model allows for easy access up the neck and is fitted with the LR Baggs StagePro Bronze. The StagePro Bronze is a small-footprint side-mounted EQ incorporating the renowned LR Baggs Element under-saddle pickup. This is a low-profile unit with a large backlit tuner, volume, bass and treble controls and phase. The battery box is built into the end pin jack compartment for easy access with a simple push to open and change batteries.</p>
<h3 class="sizep18">About Artist Series</h3>
<p>Alvarez Artist Series represents our commitment to quality and care. Our goal is to create an instant bond between you and your guitar through meticulous design in bracing, voicing and overall construction. Every component—from our bi-level bridge to our solid bridge plates and neck blocks—is carefully considered to deliver the best response possible from solid-top construction. <br /> <br />Artist Series guitars are responsive with impressive projection and balance that make them both rewarding and inspiring to play. <br /> <br />With a huge selection of body shapes and wood configurations, Artist Series has a guitar for everyone. For a more focused, woody tone, choose a Mahogany top. For a broader, more open projection, choose Sitka. For a warm response to a lighter, melodic touch, choose Cedar. </p>
<p>Features:</p>
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<li><strong>Top Wood: </strong><em>Solid A+ Western Red Cedar</em></li>
<li><strong>Back and Sides Wood: </strong><em>African Mahogany</em></li>
<li><strong>Top Color: </strong><em>Natural/Gloss</em></li>
<li><strong>Back &amp; Sides Color: </strong><em>Natural/Semi Gloss</em></li>
<li><strong>Headstock Facia: </strong><em>Indian Laurel</em></li>
<li><strong>Shape: </strong><em>Classical</em></li>
<li><strong>Neck: </strong><em>African Mahogany</em></li>
<li><strong>Pick Up/EQ: </strong><em>LR Baggs StagePro Bronze</em></li>
<li><strong>Bracing: </strong><em>Tradtional Fan</em></li>
<li><strong>Bridge: </strong><em>Indian Laurel</em></li>
<li><strong>Inlays: </strong><em>MOP</em></li>
<li><strong>Fingerboard: </strong><em>Indian Laurel</em></li>
<li><strong>Nut and Saddle: </strong><em>Bone</em></li>
<li><strong>Tuner: </strong><em>Chrome Plate w/Black Buttons</em></li>
<li><strong>Strings: </strong><em>D'Addario EXP46N</em></li>
<li><strong>Neck Meets Body: </strong><em>14th Fret</em></li>
<li><strong>Number of Frets: </strong><em>22</em></li>
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