Breedlove Roots Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Edge Burst

Hand-built in Bend, Oregon, the Breedlove Roots Dreadnought is a streamlined powerhouse that places the precision craftsmanship and uncompromising tone of a USA-made acoustic into the hands of working players. A solid Sitka spruce top paired with Honduran mahogany back and sides delivers rich, woody warmth with punchy mids and a clear, balanced top end that performs well across a wide range of musical styles. Breedlove’s sound-optimized X-bracing and hand-voiced construction expand its dynamic range, keeping every note articulate whether fingerpicked delicately or driven with full-bodied strumming. A Slim V mahogany neck and African ebony fingerboard provide a fast, modern feel, while LR Baggs HiFi electronics faithfully translate the guitar’s natural acoustic character to the stage. Purpose-built for reliability and expressive depth, this dreadnought is a refined professional-grade workhorse.

Sitka Spruce and Honduran Mahogany for Balanced Power and Projection

The Roots Dreadnought’s tonal foundation starts with a solid Sitka spruce top, valued for its clarity, responsiveness and wide dynamic range. Honduran mahogany back and sides add warmth, focus and harmonic depth, creating a voice that balances articulation with resonance. Breedlove’s sound-optimized X-bracing and hand-voiced design ensure consistent projection and note definition, whether played with subtle dynamics or aggressive attack. The dreadnought body shape reinforces low-end presence and sustain while maintaining balance across the frequency range.

Slim V Mahogany Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for Confident Playability

The Honduran mahogany neck is shaped to Breedlove’s Slim V profile, offering a comfortable, supportive feel suited to extended sessions and expressive playing. A semi-gloss finish promotes smooth hand movement, while the African ebony fingerboard provides a stable, responsive surface with clear articulation across all 20 frets. Combined with the 25.5" scale length and 1.75" nut width, the neck and fingerboard deliver a familiar, controlled response that supports both chordal work and detailed fingerstyle passages.

LR Baggs HiFi Electronics for Natural Amplified Tone

The Roots Dreadnought features LR Baggs HiFi electronics, a non-invasive dual bridge plate sensor system designed for balanced, dynamic amplified sound. By capturing both string energy and top movement, the HiFi preserves the guitar’s acoustic character while delivering clarity and definition. A lightweight onboard preamp offers ample headroom and reliable feedback resistance, making the system well suited for plug-and-play use in live and recording environments.

Pinless Ebony Bridge and Purposeful Appointments

Functional refinement defines the Roots Dreadnought’s appointments. A pinless ebony bridge simplifies string changes while maintaining accurate intonation, and a bone nut and saddle enhance sustain and tonal clarity. Visual details include a koa rosette, centered dot fingerboard inlays and a satin edgeburst finish that add character without excess. Breedlove nickel tuners provide smooth, dependable tuning stability, while Elixir Phosphor Bronze light-gauge strings deliver long-lasting tone. A deluxe brown hardshell case ensures secure transport and storage.

A USA-Made Dreadnought Designed for Real-World Performance

The Breedlove Roots Dreadnought delivers the tonal depth, projection and responsiveness expected from a professional instrument. Its warm, balanced voice and wide dynamic range allow players to move seamlessly from nuanced fingerpicking to powerful strumming. Built with premium tonewoods, hand-voiced construction and stage-ready electronics, this dreadnought offers the durability, consistency and musical authority of a USA-made guitar while remaining accessible to working players.