Alvarez LT60e Laureate 000-12 Fret Acoustic-Electric
Classic Spruce & Mahogany with Traditional 12-Fret Design
The Alvarez LT60e Laureate Series represents the perfect marriage of vintage inspiration and modern craftsmanship. This 000-12 fret acoustic-electric guitar combines a premium AAA Sitka spruce top with solid African mahogany back and sides to deliver the classic tonal balance that has defined acoustic guitars for generations. Available in two elegant finishes—Natural and Sunset—this instrument offers professional-grade performance with period-correct aesthetics.
Premium Tonewoods for Classic Tone
Experience the perfect tonal balance from these meticulously selected materials:
AAA Solid North American Sitka spruce top with your choice of:
Solid African mahogany back and sides with natural gloss finish
African mahogany neck with comfortable profile and slotted headstock
Genuine ebony fingerboard, bridge, and headstock plate
Premium bone nut and saddle for optimal vibration transfer
Ebony bridge pins enhancing sustain and note definition
Hand-Finished FS6 Bracing
The LT60e features Alvarez's exclusive forward-shifted bracing system:
Hand-sanded, quartersawn Sitka spruce braces
Strategic placement optimizing top vibration
Precision-thinned top enhancing responsiveness
Perfect balance between strength and resonance
Enhanced projection and articulation across all frequencies
Distinctive 000-12 Fret Design
The 12-fret 000 body style offers unique advantages:
Neck joins body at 12th fret (vs. 14th on most modern guitars)
Bridge positioned farther from the soundhole for enhanced resonance
More relaxed string tension for comfortable playability
Balanced, sweet voice ideal for fingerstyle and delicate playing
Traditional appearance with slotted headstock and period-correct proportions
Exquisite Appointments and Detail
Every visual element reflects the guitar's premium positioning:
Premium abalone inlays and rosette adding sophisticated visual appeal
Ivoroid binding creating a refined contrast against the tonewoods
Flawless gloss finish applied with meticulous attention to thickness
Premium open-gear tuners with precise 20:1 gear ratio
Traditional slotted headstock design enhancing string resonance
LR Baggs HiFi Electronics
Experience true acoustic sound when plugged in:
High-fidelity bridge plate sensor system preserving natural tone
Discreet volume and tone controls maintaining aesthetic integrity
Exceptional feedback resistance for stage performance
700+ hours of battery life from a single 9-volt
Transparent amplification that honors the guitar's acoustic voice
Perfect Dimensions for Comfort and Tone
The 000-12 body provides ideal balance between projection and intimacy:
Overall length: 1012mm (39.8")
Body width: 380mm (15")
Body depth at heel: 100mm (3.9")
Body depth at base: 120mm (4.7")
25.5" scale length (648mm) with 20 frets
1-3/4" nut width (44.45mm) ideal for fingerstyle playing
The Bench-Made Approach to Building
Each Laureate guitar reflects Alvarez's commitment to excellence:
Hand-selected components throughout the entire instrument
Meticulously quartersawn and silked Sitka spruce top
Perfectly bookmatched mahogany back and sides
Flawless finish with the thinnest possible clearcoat
Traditional single-level bridge design for authentic tone
Includes Deluxe AFC30 Case
Complete your premium guitar experience with the included case:
Deluxe AFC30 hardshell case for maximum protection
Custom-fitted to the 000-12 body dimensions
Professional-grade hardware and plush interior lining
Road-worthy construction for touring musicians
Experience the Alvarez LT60e Laureate 000-12—where classic tonewoods meet traditional design in a sophisticated instrument that honors the golden era of acoustic guitars while delivering modern performance.