Baton Rouge AR21C/ACE Auditorium Cutaway Guitar
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- SKU
- 150023
- Color
- Natural
Description
Sound & Tone
The solid Canadian cedar top gives a warm, quick-responding voice with soft attack and strong midrange fundamentals, while the figured maple back and sides add brightness and definition that keeps individual notes distinct. The auditorium cutaway body and 630mm scale with a 46mm nut width sit between classical and steel-string feel, favouring fingerstyle, melodic single-note lines and upper-fret soloing over heavy strumming. With the BR-2P pickup system on board, that cedar warmth carries through to an amp or PA, suiting solo instrumental work, singer-songwriter accompaniment and small-room live playing.
Baton Rouge AR21C/ACE Auditorium Cutaway Guitar
The AR21C/ACE brings cutaway access and balanced ergonomics to the studio, accommodating both seated recording sessions and standing performance takes. The 630mm scale length and 46mm neck width deliver articulate fret spacing without excessive stretch, while the auditorium cutaway design provides genuine upper-fret access for overdubs, solos, and melodic layering. This instrument bridges classical construction with modern playability for versatile session work.
Recording & Amplification
A solid Canadian cedar top paired with figured maple back and sides produces warm, resonant fundamentals with clarity across the frequency range—essential for capturing detail in multitrack arrangements. The integrated Baton Rouge BR-2P pickup system translates the guitar's acoustic character to your interface with minimal phase coloration, making it an effective choice for amplified tracking and live-to-two scenarios without sacrificing tonal complexity or mix presence.
Construction & Materials
Premium construction throughout ensures durability and sustained playability across long studio sessions: the mahogany neck resists seasonal movement and setup drift, while ovangkol fingerboard and bridge provide stability and longevity under repetitive recording demands. Nubone nut and saddle components support clear string vibration and consistent intonation, and black ABS bindings protect the body edges while adding visual definition to the natural finish.
Key Features
- Solid Canadian cedar top
- Figured maple back and sides
- Mahogany neck
- Ovangkol fingerboard and bridge
- 20 frets with Nubone nut and saddle
- Scale length: 630mm
- Neck width at nut: 46mm
- Auditorium cutaway body
- Diecast matt chrome machineheads with black buttons
- Black ABS bindings
- Natural/archaic dark brown satin open pore finish
- Baton Rouge BR-2P pickup system with Elixir strings
The AR21C/ACE delivers professional tonal performance and reliable amplification in a thoughtfully engineered instrument built to withstand regular recording, tracking, and performance demands.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Dexterity | Right handed |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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Specifications
| Body Style | Auditorium Cutaway |
|---|---|
| Frets | 20 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ovangkol |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Pickups | Under Saddle |
| Strings | 6 |
| Orientation | Right handed |
| Made In | China |
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Folk
- ✓ Worship
- ✓ Singer-Songwriter
- ✓ Acoustic Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Djent
Skill level: Beginner · Intermediate · Advanced
Frequently Asked Questions
What neck width and scale length does this guitar have?
The AR21C/ACE features a 630mm scale length and 46mm neck width at the nut, offering articulate fret spacing suitable for intermediate to advanced players without excessive stretch demands.
Does the cutaway body really help with upper-fret access?
Yes, the auditorium cutaway design provides genuine upper-fret access for soloing and melodic work, making it easier to reach higher positions while standing or sitting for performance.
Is the pickup system good for live amplification?
The integrated Baton Rouge BR-2P pickup system captures the guitar's acoustic character faithfully and is designed to preserve tonal complexity in amplified settings, making it effective for live performance without sacrificing your natural tone.
What wood construction gives this guitar its tone?
A solid Canadian cedar top paired with figured maple back and sides produces warm, resonant fundamentals with clarity across the frequency range, while the mahogany neck resists seasonal movement for durability.
What skill level is this guitar suited for?
The AR21C/ACE bridges classical construction with modern playability and is suitable for beginner through advanced players; the comfortable neck dimensions and balanced ergonomics work well across skill levels.
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