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The 5 Best Acoustic-Electric Guitars Under $500
Submitted by Alexander on Tue, 01/31/2012 - 07:26.
We bring you the 5 best Acoustic Electric guitars under $500, these are practical and affordable workhorse guitars that make every single penny count.
Expensive acoustic electric guitars don't have a monopoly over quality, besides it's often more exciting to find top-notch guitars in the lower price range. With this in mind, here's the best acoustic electric guitar under 500 bucks.
Note that some of the brands known for their expensive guitars were able to make great guitars within the $500 price range - and some with solid tops too.
Washburn WD10SCE Acoustic-Electric Guitar
The WD10SCE is an affordable acoustic electric guitar that hits it right on the spot. The guitar by itself is exemplary for its price, it sports a solid Alaskan sitka spruce top which would be rare for this price range, and even that is paired with mahogany made body and neck. It also comes with Fishman electronics that includes a 3 nifty band EQ and a Chromatic tuner. For its price, it would be hard to beat this package.
Epiphone AJ-220SCE Acoustic-Electric Guitar
The Epiphone AJ-220SCE is a popular best seller, an affordable acoustic electric guitar that bears specifications close if not at par with more expensive brands. For its price, you are already getting features like a solid sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides and a practical cutaway shape. Electronics allow for high and low EQ control, phase reversal, volume and even has a built in chromatic tuner.
Yamaha FJX720SC Acoustic-Electric Guitar
Yamaha is well known for their entry and mid level acoustic guitars. The FJX720SC is one such example of Yamaha's design elegance even at affordable price ranges. Aside from killer looks, this guitar has high end specs including a Solid Spruce top, nato back and sides and a specialized 1 way pickup system that was designed specifically for getting the wide dynamic response of this medium bodied guitar.
Takamine EG363SC Acoustic-Electric Guitar
This is a great looking acoustic electric guitar with its distinctive 3-piece rosewood and quilted maple back. The Takamine EG363SC has a solid spruce top and rosewood sides which can somehow assure you that the guitar is good. It also features an abalone rosette that further enhances the overall vibe and looks of the guitar. It comes with a straight forward pickup system that gives you the sound you expect.
Martin 000X1AE Acoustic-Electric Guitar
The Martin 000X1AE bears the same legacy of quality as those found on high end Martin models. Its minimal designs and quality build allows the beautiful tonewoods to shine on their own. The guitar comes with a solid Sitka Spruce top and HPL(High Pressure Laminate) back and sides. Other features include the Fishman Sonicore pickup system and preamp. Now you can own a Martin guitar without the hefty price tag.
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