Merida Astor Acoustic Electric Guitar
The Merida Astor Acoustic Electric Guitar is a premium instrument known for its elegant design, exceptional craftsmanship, and dynamic performance. Ideal for musicians who need both a great acoustic sound and the ability to amplify their music, the Astor model offers an excellent blend of tonal richness, playability, and versatility.
Design & Build
The Merida Astor features an Orchestral body shape, which is slightly smaller than the traditional dreadnought but offers a more balanced tone, providing clear highs, deep lows, and an overall well-rounded sound. This body shape is versatile and ideal for a variety of playing styles, from fingerpicking to strumming.
The guitar is constructed with a solid spruce top with flamed mahogany veneer, known for its bright and articulate sound. The back and sides are made from flamed mahogany, contributing warmth, depth, and a rich midrange response. The combination of these high-quality tonewoods ensures a full, resonant sound with excellent projection whether played acoustically or plugged in.
Tone & Sound
The Merida Astor offers a beautifully balanced sound. The solid spruce top delivers crisp, clear highs and excellent articulation, while the mahogany back and sides produce warm, mellow tones with a strong midrange presence. This tonal balance makes it an ideal instrument for a variety of genres, including folk, pop, and light rock, as well as for singer-songwriters and acoustic performers.
Electronics
The Merida Astor is equipped with a Fishman Sonitone Acoustic Guitar Pickup, an undersaddle piezo pickup for the bridge position. Designed to meet the needs of value-price acoustic guitars, the Fishman Sonitone Undersaddle Pickup features a soundhole mounted preamp with rotary controls for Volume and Tone. , allowing players to plug into an amplifier or PA system without losing the natural acoustic tone. The Fishman system is known for preserving the guitar’s natural tonal qualities while delivering clear, consistent sound when plugged into an amplifier.
Playability
The Merida Astor is built for comfort, with a high gloss neck that allows for fast movement along the fretboard. The cutaway design ensures easy access to the higher frets, making it perfect for both rhythm and lead playing. The guitar’s slim neck profile and 20-fret fingerboard make it comfortable for players of all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned professionals.
Whether you’re strumming chords or playing intricate lead lines, the guitar’s design makes it easy and enjoyable to play. The radius fingerboard adds to the overall smoothness, making it comfortable for long practice sessions or performances.
Aesthetic Features
The Merida Astor features a natural wood finish, showcasing the beauty of the solid spruce and mahogany. The guitar has fine details such as binding along the body, a rosette around the soundhole, and a stylish pickguard. These elements enhance the visual appeal of the instrument, giving it an elegant and refined look that stands out on stage.
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