Alvarez Af66Cespbshb
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Alvarez
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The Artist Series: Alvarez's DNA Between Precise Luthiery and Playing Pleasure
The Artist series embodies Alvarez's approach: crafting the guitar as a coherent whole, from wood selection to bracing design, to create a responsive and inspiring instrument. The AF66ce follows this philosophy with a construction focused on "response and projection," and a Shadowburst aesthetic that highlights its modern character while remaining elegant.
For Whom and Which Styles?
Thanks to its Folk/OM format and solid top, the Alvarez AF66ce Shadowburst suits both the serious beginner guitarist and the intermediate player seeking a higher level of sensitivity. It excels in fingerstyle, pop/folk, vocal accompaniment, and remains very convincing in strumming when a present midrange and clear attack are desired. With its electronics, it is also an excellent foundation for amplified performances.
Sound Characteristics
The solid mahogany top delivers a warm tone, with rich midrange and a direct attack, particularly pleasant for fingerpicking and defined rhythms. The mahogany back and sides reinforce this sonic coherence by favoring balance and clarity rather than overpowering bass. The luthiery work (notably the FS6 bracing) promotes good projection and easily controlled dynamics, while the OM/Folk format helps maintain precision even when playing loudly.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To stay as close as possible to the original feel, opt for a set of D'Addario XTAPB1267 strings (factory-installed reference), ideal for preserving the instrument's balance and response.
Technical specifications
| Type | electro-acoustic guitar | Number of frets | 21 |
| Format | Folk/OM | Nut width | 44.45 mm / 1.75" |
| Series | Artist | Bridge | two-level Indian laurel |
| Top | solid mahogany | Bridge pins | PPS (synthetic bone) |
| Back and sides | mahogany | Nuts | bone |
| Bracing | FS6 | Tuners | chrome |
| Finish | glossy Shadowburst / semi-gloss natural | Inlays | MOP and acrylic |
| Neck | mahogany | Strings | D'Addario XTAPB1267 |
| Fingerboard | Indian laurel | Preamp | LR Baggs StagePro Bronze |
| Headstock veneer | Indian laurel | Model | AF66ce Shadowburst |
| Scale length | 25.5" / 648 mm | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Alvarez AF66ce Shadowburst suitable for fingerstyle?
The Folk/OM body shape and solid mahogany top promote a direct attack and rich midrange, which are sought after for fingerstyle playing. The nut width of 44.45 mm provides spacing adapted to fingerstyle techniques.
Which preamp is equipped on this electro-acoustic guitar?
The onboard electronics feature an LR Baggs StagePro Bronze preamp, designed for amplified use.
What is the scale length and how many frets are available?
The scale length is 648 mm, or 25.5 inches, and the neck has 21 frets. This setup is combined with a mahogany neck and an Indian laurel fingerboard. The nuts are made of bone.
What sound does the solid mahogany top provide?
The solid mahogany top delivers a warm tone, pronounced midrange, and clear attack. The mahogany back and sides extend this tonal direction by favoring balance. FS6 bracing contributes to projection and dynamic control.
Which strings are mounted originally?
The original setup uses D'Addario XTAPB1267 strings, which are also recommended to maintain the announced balance of response.
