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The Alvarez AG660CE2 Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar brings robust tonewoods together with a side-mounted EQ system for versatile amplified performance. This Alvarez guitar is made with a solid, select African mahogany top along with premium all-mahogany back and sides for a rich, warm voicing with excellent mid-range response. Its FS6 bracing structure and high-quality components generate superb resonance across the tonal spectrum. The flawless satin Shadowburst finish over mahogany creates an elegant, sophisticated look. For amplified playing, the AG660CE2 comes equipped with the SYS250 side-mounted EQ with backlit tuner. This gives you easy access to tone shaping and tuning adjustments.

Warm, Mid-Rich Tone With African Mahogany Top and Sides

The AG660CE2 gets its warm, balanced tone from an African mahogany top and all-mahogany back and sides. Mahogany is a highly resonant tonewood that emphasizes the guitar's mid-range, adding punch and projection to each note. The solid mahogany top allows the AG660CE2 to open up and bloom as you play, while the laminated mahogany back and sides provide stability. Together, they create a robust voice with clear definition across the tonal spectrum.

Superb Response and Sustain With FS6 Bracing

Alvarez outfits the AG660CE2 with its FS6 forward-shifted bracing pattern, which optimizes the guitar's resonance and responsiveness. The bracing provides rigid support while allowing the spruce top to vibrate freely. This allows the AG660CE2 to ring out with excellent note separation and impressive sustain. Whether strumming chords or fingerpicking melodies, you'll appreciate the dynamic tonal capabilities of this acoustic-electric.

Sophisticated Satin Shadowburst Finish Over Mahogany

The AG660CE2's flawless satin Shadowburst finish looks fantastic over the all-mahogany construction, providing an elegantly understated esthetic. The smooth satin finish allows the mahogany to resonate freely. The look is sophisticated and timeless, sure to appeal to a wide range of players. The deep cutaway grants comfortable access to higher frets while preserving the classic Grand Auditorium voice.

Side-Mounted EQ and Tuner For Amplified Performance

For live gigs and recording sessions, the Alvarez AG660CE2 comes equipped with the SYS250 side-mounted EQ system with chromatic tuner. The intuitive controls make it easy to shape your amplified tone, with bass, mid-range and treble adjustments. The tuner features a backlit display for on-stage visibility. Just plug in and you're ready to amplify the AG660CE2's warm mahogany tone.

Alvarez AG660CE2 Cutaway Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Shadowburst
Alvarez AG660CE2 Cutaway Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Shadowburst
Alvarez AG660CE2 Cutaway Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Shadowburst

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  • Solid select African mahogany top
  • Mahogany back and sides, satin-finished mahogany neck
  • Indian laurel bi-level bridge and fingerboard
  • SYS250 side-mounted console with 3-band EQ and backlit tuner

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Body
  • Body type: Grand Auditorium
  • Top wood: African mahogany
  • Back & sides: Mahogany
  • Bracing pattern: Forward-shifted pattern
  • Body finish: Satin Shadowburst top
Neck
  • Nut width: 1.75" (44.45 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Indian laurel
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Scale length: 25.5"
  • Neck finish: Satin
  • Bridge: Indial Laurel
  • Saddle & nut: Bone
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: SYS250 side-mounted
  • EQ/Tuner: 3-band, yes
Other
  • Orientation: Right Handed
  • Number of strings: 6
  • Case: Sold separately

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Nontransferable limited lifetime warranty on guitars.
Check with manufacturer for specific parts and labor warranty.

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5 Reviews

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Great value solid top guitar. Guitar Center exclusive?
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Best Uses
  1. Practicing5
  2. Jamming4
  3. Recording3
  4. Rock Concerts2
  5. Small Venues2
Cons
  1. Tuner Placement1
  2. Neck too heavy/out of balance1
  3. Tuner Display Easily Broke1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced3
  2. Novice1
  3. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play5
  2. Good Feel5
  3. Good Audio4
  4. Stays In Tune2
  5. Good Value1

Reviewed by 5 customers

  • Amazing

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    bySimon

    fromHouston, Texas

    In so many words cut short, this guitar is great. The bass is deep and reverberates really well, and the treble has no problem ringing through the bass, it has a perfect blend of tones. The guitar stability is absolutely amazing I will practice consistently for hours several days at a time, and all the while the note are in tune (plus or minus a few percent). I really like the body cutaway to reach the higher notes after the 15th fret. I would recommend to try it out and see if this guitar suits your taste.

  • An acoustic that's affordable, comfortable, sounds great.

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 months ago

    byBill

    fromKnoxville, TN

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I personally really like Alvarez guitars. When I saw this one at a great price, that was it. It has a comfortable feel, good action, and a very pleasing sound. Shape and size are just right. I really appreciate the on-board tuner. And while I bought to use as a standard acoustic, it's nice to have the plug-in capacity.

  • Great Guitar, Amazing Value

    4

    submitted9 months ago

    byHarrison

    fromHouston, TX

    Pros-hands down best value. As others described, so full, warm, can get loud & bassy but not in a bad way. Open chords sound so good, picking too. Cons-neck on mine is heavy & when wearing a strap it swings down. Playability is above avg, not perfect.

  • I LOVE this guitar

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted10 months ago

    byRachel

    fromShippenville, PA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The Sound on this guitar is so warm and full. I prefer a big body sound usually with lots of low and mid ends and less twang/bright/treble when plugged in or just acoustic. And this guitar hits that perfectly. The smooth matte finish on the guitar and how the grain catches the light to almost sparkle. Only thing I will say is the tuner display on the guitar already went out on mine at about 2 months into owning it. But this can easily be worked around and doesn't effect the sound at all. Just ease of use for quick tuning. HIGHLY recommend this beautiful guitar.

  • Great value solid top guitar. Guitar Center exclusive?

    4

    submitteda year ago

    byBill

    fromSt. Louis, MO

    I bought this guitar to play at church, replacing my 1990 Alvarez Yairi which is going into semi-retirement. The great feel of the neck is what first sold me on this guitar. Build quality is excellent as I have not been able to find any flaws. The electronics are decent.

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  • submitted2 months ago

    asked byCarl

    fromLos Angeles

    This guitar's specs indicate a Gloss Finish but other indications indicate a satin finish. Please clarify: Is the guitar body a Gloss Finish?

    This guitar's specs indicate a Gloss Finish but other indications indicate a satin finish. Please clarify: Is the guitar body a Gloss Finish?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I apologize for the confusion. It's all Satin. Thank you for pointing that out. I will pass it on to our web team.

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byKodiak

    fromPHIL. PA

    Where is this guitar manufactured ?

    Where is this guitar manufactured ?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Made in China.