Alvarez AEG95ce Shadowburst Artist Elite Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar
Experience a rare and inspired pairing of tonewoods with the AEG95ce - a stunning Artist Elite Grand Auditorium that showcases the warm embrace of cedar with the exotic depth of Macassar ebony. The unique lighter Shadowburst finish allows the wood's natural beauty to shine through, creating a standout instrument with character true to its exceptional sound.
Rare Tonewood Pairing
The AEG95ce features an uncommon combination that creates magic:
- Solid AA Western Red Cedar top - Warm, intimate voice with immediate response
- Macassar Ebony back and sides - Dense exotic wood for power and complexity
- A pairing rarely seen in production guitars
- Creates a unique tonal signature
- Perfect for players seeking something truly special
Distinctive Tonal Character
This inspired wood combination delivers:
- Warm and open voicing with exceptional depth
- Darker, sweeter trebles than spruce
- Clear, defined bass response
- Perfect for fingerstyle and intimate performances
- A voice that stands apart from traditional combinations
Stunning Shadowburst Aesthetic
The AEG95ce features a special visual treatment:
- Lighter shade of Shadowburst carefully crafted
- Wood grain remains visible right to the edge
- Creates subtle, sophisticated visual depth
- Ebony binding frames the design perfectly
- A finish that enhances rather than hides the wood's beauty
The Cedar Difference
Western Red Cedar brings unique qualities:
- Responds beautifully to a lighter touch
- Warm, complex overtones from the first note
- No break-in period required
- Perfect for nuanced, expressive playing
- Darker, more romantic voice than spruce
Artist Elite Excellence
Every detail reflects premium craftsmanship:
- Cutaway design for upper fret access
- Slim armrest bevel (on Grand Auditorium models)
- East Indian Rosewood fingerboard
- Bi-level Indian Rosewood bridge
- Mother of Pearl and Acrylic inlays
Professional Electronics
The LR Baggs StagePro Bronze captures every nuance:
- Renowned Element under-saddle pickup
- Perfectly translates the cedar/ebony warmth
- Side-mounted controls with large backlit tuner
- Volume, bass, treble, and phase controls
- Discreet, professional appearance
Macassar Ebony Magic
The exotic back and sides contribute:
- Exceptional density for powerful projection
- Complex harmonic content
- Striking visual grain patterns
- Piano-like clarity and sustain
- The perfect complement to cedar's warmth
Grand Auditorium Versatility
The body shape offers ideal balance:
- Comfortable for all playing styles
- Fuller than smaller bodies
- More manageable than dreadnoughts
- Excellent for both fingerstyle and strumming
- The sweet spot for most players
ATR™ Technology
Experience sophisticated tone immediately:
- Advanced wood treatment process
- Simulates years of natural aging
- Enhanced stability and response
- Superior clarity and note separation
- Mature voice from the first strum
A Guitar with True Character
The AEG95ce isn't just another guitar - it's a statement:
- Standout aesthetics that demand attention
- Unique tonal voice that inspires creativity
- Premium materials throughout
- Character that matches its exceptional sound
- An instrument for discerning players
Premium Features
- African Mahogany neck
- Chrome closed-gear tuners
- Real bone nut and saddle
- PPS Synthetic Bone bridge pins
- D'Addario XTAPB1253 strings
- Flawless, thinly applied gloss finish
Specifications
- Body Shape: Grand Auditorium with cutaway
- Top: Solid AA Western Red Cedar (Shadowburst Gloss)
- Back & Sides: Macassar Ebony (Natural Gloss)
- Electronics: LR Baggs StagePro Bronze
- Scale Length: 648mm (25 1/2")
- Nut Width: 44.45mm (1 3/4")
Your Unique Voice Awaits
The AEG95ce Shadowburst represents the pinnacle of Artist Elite craftsmanship - combining rare tonewoods, stunning aesthetics, and exceptional playability. Its warm cedar voice balanced by exotic ebony creates a tonal palette unlike any other, while the unique Shadowburst finish ensures this guitar looks as distinctive as it sounds. For players seeking an instrument with true character and uncompromising quality, the AEG95ce stands alone.
Discover the extraordinary - where rare tonewoods and inspired design create the incomparable AEG95ce.