Alvarez Artist AB60CE Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar with Cutaway
Discover the perfect balance of acoustic warmth and electric versatility with the Alvarez Artist AB60CE. This medium-scale acoustic bass delivers a sonorous punch that's equally impressive unplugged or on stage, making it the ideal companion for bassists who demand both acoustic authenticity and amplified excellence.
Premium Construction & Tonewoods
Built with a solid A+ Sitka Spruce top and African Mahogany back and sides, this bass produces a wonderfully balanced and lively voice that players instantly connect with. The exclusive FST2 bracing system strikes the perfect balance between structural integrity and vibration, allowing the massive air volume to drive the top for exceptional projection and clarity.
Professional Electronics
Equipped with the industry-leading LR Baggs Element pickup and StagePro Bronze EQ, the AB60CE delivers optimal live performance capabilities. From intimate acoustic settings to full band performances, you'll enjoy consistent, natural amplified tone with easy-to-use controls.
Thoughtful Design Features
32" medium scale length - Comfortable playability without sacrificing tone
Cutaway design - Easy access to all 20 frets
Bi-level Indian Laurel bridge - Enhanced string tension for improved sustain
Real bone nut and saddle - Superior tone transfer and durability
Chrome closed-gear tuners - Precise, stable tuning
D'Addario EXPPBB170 strings - Professional quality from the start
Advanced Tonal Response (ATR™) Technology
Every AB60CE benefits from Alvarez's proprietary ATR™ process - a specialized wood curing technique that:
Enhances stability in varying climates
Accelerates the natural aging process for mature, sophisticated tone from day one
Improves clarity, note separation, and overall responsiveness
Creates the sound and feel of a well-played vintage instrument
Award-Winning Artist Series Quality
Part of Alvarez's multi-award winning Artist Series, this bass represents over 55 years of guitar-making expertise. Every element is carefully considered:
Hand-selected, independently graded tonewoods
Precision neck joints and components
Attenuated gloss finish for optimal resonance
Consistent quality control at every stage
Specifications at a Glance
Body: Bass size with cutaway
Top: Solid A+ Sitka Spruce (Natural/Gloss)
Back & Sides: African Mahogany (Natural/Semi Gloss)
Neck: African Mahogany
Fingerboard: Indian Laurel with MOP & Acrylic inlays
Scale Length: 813mm (32")
Nut Width: 43mm (1 11/16")
Electronics: LR Baggs StagePro Bronze
The Player's Choice
Whether you're laying down grooves in the studio, performing unplugged sets, or anchoring a full band, the AB60CE responds beautifully to your playing dynamics. From gentle fingerstyle to aggressive plucking, this bass delivers the tone, playability, and reliability that today's bassists demand.
Experience the Alvarez difference - where traditional craftsmanship meets modern innovation to create instruments that inspire musical excellence.