Eko Ranger 6 CE Black

Essential Information About the Eko Ranger 6 Electro Cutaway EQ Black Guitar

• Dreadnought Format: generous bass, great projection, and powerful midrange to accompany or play in a group.


• Cutaway: easy access to the highest frets without sacrificing acoustic volume.


• Eko SE-30 Preamp: volume, 3-band EQ, phase inversion to prevent feedback, and built-in tuner for the stage.


• "Ranger" Spirit: iconic Eko look (including the "moustache" pickguard) and design made to be robust and accessible.

A Ranger That Became a Legend: Eko's DNA from the Sixties to Today

A true standard from the Italian manufacturer Eko, the Ranger established itself in the 1960s and 1970s with an immediately recognizable silhouette. Known under different names at its beginnings (J-52, then J-54), it eventually became the Ranger VI, a reference appreciated for its solidity and excellent value for money. This electro-acoustic cutaway version follows this tradition: a reliable folk guitar, made to be played often, transported without worry, and plugged in whenever the context requires.

For Whom and in Which Styles?

The Eko Ranger 6 Cutaway EQ Black targets both the beginner looking for a simple and effective first electro-acoustic, and the intermediate player seeking a rehearsal or stage instrument without complications. Its Dreadnought format is particularly suited for strumming (pop, rock, variety, folk), while remaining comfortable for fingerpicking thanks to a clear response. The glued neck with a C-shaped profile, combined with a double-action truss rod, allows adjustment of playing comfort according to your attack and string gauge.

Sound

Acoustically, the Dreadnought (Western) format delivers a full bass, solid projection, and a "body" feel ideal for accompaniment. The spruce top promotes clarity, precision, and attack, helping the guitar stand out well in a mix. The linden back and sides contribute to a balanced sound and good durability, with appreciable sustain for open chords. The X-bracing contributes to overall balance and sound stability. Once plugged in, the Eko SE-30 allows quick shaping of your tone thanks to the 3-band EQ, while the phase inversion helps reduce feedback risks on stage.

Recommended Compatible Accessories

To respect the instrument's response and stay true to its original spirit, prefer steel acoustic strings with a gauge of 11-52 (bronze), ideal for maintaining a good balance between playing comfort and projection.

Technical specifications

Category	Steel String Shaped Body Electric-Acoustic	Nbrs of frets	20
Format	Dreadnought	Scale (mm)	650 mm
Cutaway	Yes	Tuning pegs	Diecast
Strings	Steel	Bridge	South American roupanà
Nbr of strings	6	Nut	Plastic
Top	Spruce	Electronics	EKO SE-30 (volume, EQ 3-bandes, inversion de phase & accordeur)
Back&Sides	Linden	Original Strings	11 - 52 Bronze
Bracing	X	Neck Type	Glued
Nets	Multiple bands	Electroacoustic	Yes
Neck	Birch	Color	Black
Neck format	C	Finishing	Glossy
Fingerboard	South American roupanà	Hardware	Chromed
Marker	Point

Back & sides	Linden	Inlays	Dot
Binding	Multi-ply	Scale length	25.6" / 650 mm
Finish	Glossy	Tuners	Diecast
Neck shape	C-profile	Nuts and saddles	Plastic
Fretboard	South American Roupanà	Number of strings	6
Number of frets	20