Alvarez ABT60ce 8-String Baritone Acoustic-Electric Guitar
Step into a realm of sonic exploration with the Alvarez ABT60ce 8-String Baritone - a mind-bendingly versatile instrument that redefines what's possible in the lower register. This striking black beauty combines the deep, sonorous voice of a baritone with the shimmering complexity of octave strings, creating an orchestral richness that sounds like multiple instruments playing in perfect harmony.
The 8-String Difference
While maintaining the familiar B-to-B baritone tuning, this innovative design features octave strings on the 3rd and 4th positions, adding layers of treble response and ethereal shimmer to the naturally deep baritone voice. The result? A sound so full and complex, it's as if you're playing through an octave pedal or accompanied by a second guitarist.
Built for Musical Discovery
Percussive fingerstyle paradise - Unlock new techniques and sounds impossible on traditional guitars
Cutaway design - Full access to all 20 frets for complete tonal exploration
Familiar playability - Use standard chord shapes and scales with extraordinary sonic results
Studio-ready versatility - Create lush, layered sounds without additional effects
Premium Construction
Solid A+ Sitka Spruce top - Broad projection with crystalline clarity
African Mahogany back and sides - Rich, warm undertones that complement the complex voice
FST2 bracing system - Perfect balance of strength and sensitivity
Bi-level Indian Laurel bridge - Optimized string angle for superior sustain
Real bone nut and saddle - Natural tone enhancement
Professional Electronics
The integrated LR Baggs StagePro Bronze system ensures your unique sound translates perfectly on stage:
Renowned Element under-saddle pickup
Side-mounted controls with large backlit tuner
Volume, bass, treble, and phase controls
Easy-access battery compartment
Striking Aesthetics
Available in elegant Black gloss or dramatic Shadowburst finish, the ABT60ce makes a bold visual statement that matches its extraordinary sound. The contrast between the black top and natural semi-gloss back creates a sophisticated, professional appearance.
Advanced Tonal Response (ATR™)
Experience vintage tone from day one with Alvarez's proprietary wood treatment:
Enhanced stability in any climate
Immediate maturity in sound quality
Superior note clarity and separation
Exceptional dynamic response
Specifications
Scale Length: 704mm (27 23/32")
Nut Width: 44.45mm (1 3/4")
Body Shape: Baritone with cutaway
Neck: African Mahogany
Fingerboard: Indian Laurel with MOP & Acrylic inlays
Strings: D'Addario EXP23
Tuners: Chrome closed-gear
Expand Your Musical Horizons
Whether you're a fingerstyle virtuoso seeking new sonic territories, a recording artist layering atmospheric textures, or a performer who wants to captivate audiences with something truly unique, the ABT60ce 8-String delivers an playing experience unlike any other. Its combination of baritone depth and octave brilliance creates possibilities limited only by your imagination.
Discover why this innovative instrument is becoming the secret weapon of forward-thinking musicians worldwide - where traditional craftsmanship meets revolutionary design.