Inspired by the success of the ABT60 Baritone guitar, the ABT60CE-8SHB 8-string baritone acoustic again opens the doors of inspiration for players looking to expand the possibilities of their sound with a truly unique instrument. Tuned from B to B with octave strings adding an incredible chime and sparkle to the 3rd and 4thstrings, the ABT60CE-8 is truly a joy to explore. Delivered in a flawless Shadowburst finish with a cutaway to allow for optimum mobility across the fretboard, the ABT60CE-8SHB also features a fantastic electronics system, the LR Baggs StagePro EQ and Element pickup.
KEY FEATURES
- Top WoodSolid A+ Sitka Spruce
- Body FinishShadowburst/Gloss
- Back and Sides WoodAfrican Mahogany
- Bridge PinsPPS Synthetic Bone
- ShapeBaritone
- NeckMahogany w/Semi-Gloss Finish
- BridgeBi-Level Indian Laurel/Rosewood
- InlaysMother of Pearl
- FingerboardIndian Laurel/Rosewood w/12th Fret Inlay
- Nut and SaddleReal Bone
- TunerPremium Die Cast
- Bridge PinsPPS Synthetic Bone
- StringsCustom D’Addario EXP23 + Octaves
- Bracing SystemsFST2 - Forward Shifted, Asymmetric Tone Bars
- Neck JointDovetail
- Neck Meets Body14th Fret
- Number of Frets21
- Pickup / EQLR Baggs StagePro EQ and Element Pick Up
DIMENSIONS
- Overall Length (mm)1065?
- Body Width (mm)439?
- Body Depth at Heel (mm)102
- Body Depth at Base (mm)122
- Scale (mm)704
- Scale (inches)27?23/32
- Number of Frets21
- Nut Width (mm)44.45
- Nut Width (inches)1?3/4
Tuned from B to B, the ABT60ce 8-String is pitched between a dreadnought and acoustic bass, giving you deep, sonorous tones. Providing easy playability, chord shapes and scales on this baritone are the same as a standard six-string, only with a lower voicing.
The FST2 bracing finds the perfect harmony between rigidity and vibration, allowing the top to be both driven and controlled by the air volume this guitar creates. Delivering both balance and liveliness, the symmetry is inspiring for every player.
This 8-string model is a portal into musical discovery. The lower register is augmented with two-octave strings on the 3rd and 4th strings, bringing layers of treble response and octave shimmer to the deeper voice of a baritone.
If you approach this guitar in a percussive fingerstyle fashion, it is mind-bendingly versatile, sounding almost as though an octave pedal or second instrument is present.
The ABT60ce 8-String is finished in our flawless Shadowburst and fitted with the LR Baggs StagePro Bronze. The StagePro Bronze is 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.
