Alvarez

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The AC70HCE is a classical guitar constructed in the traditional sense with a versatile fan-style bracing for clarity and balance across all six strings. It’s a modern instrument that bridges the gap between steel string and nylon string guitars.

The AC70HCE is joined at the 14th fret, making this feel more familiar to steel-string players. It features a narrower nut width than standard and has a radiused fingerguard rather than flat. The Sitka top wood offers a robust, more precise cut that can respond to a heavier attack for volume where needed. This model also features a slim bevel armrest for a more comfortable playing experience while adding a stylish custom vibe to this model.

This guitar is fitted with the LR Baggs StagePro Bronze, a small-footprint side-mounted EQ incorporating the renowned LR Baggs Element under-saddle pickup. This is a low-profile unit with a large backlit tuner, volume, bass and treble controls and phase. The battery box is built into the end pin jack compartment for easy access with a simple push to open and change batteries.
Alvarez AC70HCE Hybrid Nylon-String Classical Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Alvarez AC70HCE Hybrid Nylon-String Classical Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Alvarez AC70HCE Hybrid Nylon-String Classical Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural

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Body
  • Top wood: Solid A+ Western red cedar
  • Back & sides: Rosewood
  • Body finish: Gloss
Neck
  • Nut width: 1 7/8"
  • Neck Wood: African mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Indian laurel
  • Scale length: 25.6"
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: LR Baggs StagePro Bronze
Other
  • Bridge: Indian laurel
  • Saddle & nut: Bone
  • Special features: Mother-of-pearl inlay

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Nontransferable limited lifetime warranty on guitars.
Check with manufacturer for specific parts and labor warranty.

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  • asked byN

    fromEl Paso ,texas

    Does this guitar use a dove tail

    Does this guitar use a dove tail

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, this does not use a traditional dovetail neck joint.
  • asked byJeff

    fromOklahoma City, OK

    Is the overall length of this guitar longer than a typical classical guitar?  If so what gig bag would fit this?

    Is the overall length of this guitar longer than a typical classical guitar? If so what gig bag would fit this?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    1) The Alvarez AC70HCE is a hybrid nylon-string guitar, and while it does have some differences from a typical classical guitar (like a narrower nut width and cutaway design), the overall length is generally not longer than a typical classical guitar. 2) Road Runner Boulevard II Classical Guitar Gig Bag
  • asked byWobbe

    fromBakersfield, Ca.

    Does this guitar come with a case or a bag?

    Does this guitar come with a case or a bag?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Unfortunately, no.
  • asked byTerry

    fromChamplin, MN

    What is the neck shape? Is it classical D or rounded C shape?

    What is the neck shape? Is it classical D or rounded C shape?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Alvarez states "Classical".