Alvarez Ad60Cespb12Shb
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Essential Information About the Alvarez AD60CE SPB12 SHB Guitar
Essential Information About the Alvarez AD60CE SPB12 SHB Guitar
- 12-string electro-acoustic dreadnought body with cutaway, designed for ample projection and strong presence when played with a pick.
- Solid A+ Sitka spruce top: precise attack, high dynamics, and excellent responsiveness, ideal for rhythmic playing.
- Mahogany back and sides: warm mids, rounded lows, and natural balance, perfect for supporting the typical 12-string "shimmer."
- LR Baggs StagePro Bronze electronics: reliable and musical amplified sound for stage and studio use.
Manufacturer Information
Alvarez
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A 12-string from the Artist Series: Alvarez's balance at the heart of playing
The Artist series from Alvarez emphasizes manufacturing consistency, tonal harmony, and lutherie craftsmanship to achieve a "direct" feel in the musician's hands. The AD60CE SPB12 SHB follows this philosophy with a solid top construction and optimized bracing, delivering an inspiring, responsive guitar that is especially rewarding from the first minutes of playing, whether unplugged or amplified.
For which guitarists and styles?
This Alvarez is primarily aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking the harmonic richness of a 12-string, with the added comfort of a cutaway for easier access to higher frets. It excels in folk, pop, acoustic rock, vocal accompaniment, "jangle" textures, and arpeggiated atmospheres, while remaining solid for energetic strumming thanks to its dreadnought format.
Sound characteristics
The solid A+ Sitka spruce top provides a clear attack, wide dynamic range, and sharp articulation, essential for maintaining definition with 12 strings. The mahogany (back and sides) enhances the mids and adds warmth, preventing an overly bright tone and helping the sound stay balanced in a mix. The dreadnought body promotes power and projection, while the FST2 bracing contributes to quick response and good note sustain. When plugged in, the LR Baggs StagePro Bronze electronics deliver a credible and usable tone for live performance, with a sonic foundation designed for the modern acoustic guitar.
Recommended compatible accessories
To maintain the original feel and balance, a replacement string set D'Addario XTAPB1259 (12-string) is the safest choice, as it is the factory-installed reference on this model.
Technical specifications
| Type | 12-string electro-acoustic guitar | Neck | mahogany |
| Shape | dreadnought | Fingerboard | Indian laurel |
| Cutaway | yes | Headstock veneer | Indian laurel |
| Top | solid A+ Sitka spruce | Nut width | 48 mm / 1.89" |
| Back | mahogany | Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm |
| Sides | mahogany | Frets | 21 |
| Bracing | FST2 | Inlays | MOP and acrylic |
| Bridge | two-level, Indian laurel | Tuners | chrome |
| Bridge pins | PPS (synthetic bone) | Preamp | LR Baggs StagePro Bronze |
| Nut and saddle | bone | Strings | D'Addario XTAPB1259 |
| Finish | glossy Shadowburst / semi-gloss natural | ||
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Questions frequently asked
Is this 12-string suitable for folk and fingerpicking?
The dreadnought body shape and solid A+ Sitka spruce top provide projection and clarity, benefiting both fingerpicking and strumming. The mahogany back and sides support the midrange with a warmer tone.
Can the Alvarez AD60CE SPB12 SHB be plugged into a PA system?
The LR Baggs StagePro Bronze electronics are integrated for amplified use. This setup is designed to deliver a sound foundation suitable for the modern acoustic guitar on stage.
What is the neck width of this 12-string guitar?
The nut width measures 48 mm, with a scale length of 648 mm. The neck is made of mahogany and the fingerboard is Indian laurel.
Does the cutaway facilitate access to the upper frets?
Thanks to the cutaway, access to the highest frets is easier. The guitar features 21 frets.
What strings should be used to replace the original ones?
It is possible to keep the original setup with a set of D'Addario XTAPB1259 strings for 12-string guitars. This is the reference set installed at the factory on this model.
