Cole Clark AN2EC-BLBL-HSS Case
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Essential Information About the Cole Clark "True Hybrid" Grand Auditorium Guitar
- Dual Acoustic/Electric Identity: "PG3" 3-voice system + HSS pickup configuration to switch from a natural acoustic texture to modern electric tones.
- Premium Solid Woods: solid blackwood AA top, back, and sides for powerful projection and rich midrange.
- Playing Comfort: Grand Auditorium body shape with cutaway for smooth access to high frets and excellent onstage balance.
- Professional Finish & Reliability: Grover tuners, Tusq Graph Tech nuts, nitrocellulose lacquer, and included tweed case.
When Acoustic Meets Electric: Cole Clark's "True Hybrid" Approach
The "True Hybrid" series embodies Cole Clark's vision: combining traditional acoustic lutherie, sustainably sourced Australian woods, and high-end stage electronics. The result is an instrument designed for today's musicians who want a unique, lightweight, and robust guitar capable of covering a full set without switching instruments.
Who Is It For, and What Styles?
Ideal for intermediate to professional guitarists, this Grand Auditorium excels in live settings. From folk and fingerstyle arpeggios to pop, rock, or indie accompaniments, it covers a wide range: natural acoustic tone for intimate passages, HSS palette for clear, crunch, or lead textures when you need to cut through the mix.
The Sound
The solid blackwood (top, back, sides) offers a tone close to koa: singing mids, silky highs, and controlled lows that keep the mix clean. The Grand Auditorium shape balances projection and comfort, with generous sustain. The " PG3 " 3-voice electronics deliver a natural and precise acoustic reproduction, while the Cole Clark HSS pickups add a versatile electric dimension. The nitro finish preserves resonance and enlivens the harmonics.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the instrument's response and tuning stability, prioritize the D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze 10-47 replacement set (identical to the original setup). A case humidifier will help maintain ideal humidity levels, especially on tour or in winter. The included tweed case effectively protects the guitar during transport.
Technical specifications
| Shape | Grand Auditorium with cutaway |
| Top | solid blackwood AA |
| Back & sides | solid blackwood AA |
| Finish | nitrocellulose lacquer |
| Wood | Queensland maple |
| Fingerboard | she oak with "dot" inlays in elm |
| Nut width | 44 mm / 1.73" |
| Bridge | she oak |
| Tuners | Grover |
| Nut | Tusq Graph Tech |
| Saddle | Tusq Graph Tech |
| String set installed | D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze 10-47 |
| Preamp/EQ system | Cole Clark "PG3" 3-voice |
| Magnetic pickups | 1 Cole Clark humbucker + 2 Cole Clark single-coils (HSS) |
| Wood origin | sustainable forest management (according to manufacturer) |
Questions frequently asked
What styles can this Cole Clark Grand Auditorium cover?
The Grand Auditorium cutaway format suits folk arpeggios, fingerstyle, and pop, rock, or indie accompaniments. The solid AA Blackwood body provides singing mids and controlled bass.
What is the HSS pickup configuration?
The HSS setup combines a Cole Clark humbucker and two Cole Clark single-coil pickups. It delivers clear, crunch, or lead tones. This system complements the PG3 3-band acoustic preamp.
Is the PG3 3-band preamp included?
The Cole Clark PG3 3-band preamp/EQ is integrated to reproduce the acoustic signal.
What strings come factory-installed on this model?
The factory-installed set is D'Addario XS Phosphor Bronze in gauge 10-47. This same reference is recommended for replacement.
Is a case provided with the Cole Clark An2Ec-Blbl-Hss?
A tweed case is supplied with the guitar. It is designed to protect the instrument during transport.
