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Baton Rouge X11LS/F-SBB Steel String Guitar Screwed Berry Blue vs Baton Rouge AR11S/JC-AM Alexandr Misko Signature Guitar Open Box
The X11LS is a straightforward beginner-to-intermediate folk guitar with balanced tone and standard scaling, while the AR11S is a signature model built for advanced fingerstyle players with multiscale frets and a cutaway body designed for percussive technique. Choose the X11LS if you're starting out or want uncomplicated strumming; choose the AR11S if you're serious about fingerstyle, low tunings, or studio work.
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Baton Rouge X11LS/F-SBB Steel String Guitar Screwed Berry Blue
Baton Rouge AR11S/JC-AM Alexandr Misko Signature Guitar Open Box
Specs side by side
| Baton Rouge X11LS/F-SBB Steel String Guitar Screwed Berry Blue | Baton Rouge AR11S/JC-AM Alexandr Misko Signature Guitar Open Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $249.99 | $439.00 |
| Brand | Baton Rouge | Baton Rouge |
| Body | Dreadnought | Jumbo Cutaway |
| Body Type | Hollow | Hollow |
| Scale | — | Multi Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 21 Frets | — |
| Fretboard | Ovangkol | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany | Mahogany |
| String Type | Steel | Steel |
| Year | 2023 | 2026 |
| Condition | New | Used |
Why choose Baton Rouge X11LS/F-SBB Steel String Guitar Screwed Berry Blue
- ✓ Lower entry price for budget conscious buyers
- ✓ Simpler design and scale (630mm) easier for smaller hands
- ✓ Warm balanced tone suits folk, country, and indie equally well
- ✓ Brand new with full manufacturer warranty
Why choose Baton Rouge AR11S/JC-AM Alexandr Misko Signature Guitar Open Box
- ✓ Multiscale design (643–700mm) keeps low tunings tight and defined
- ✓ Straight cutaway body enables upper fret access and body percussion
- ✓ 48mm bone nut provides wider spacing for fingerstyle technique
- ✓ Designed by Alexandr Misko for professional-grade percussive playing
Frequently asked questions
Which guitar is better for beginners?
The X11LS is better for beginners. It has a standard 630mm scale, narrower 46mm nut, and simpler design that reduces the learning curve. The AR11S's multiscale frets and 48mm nut are optimized for advanced fingerstyle technique, not foundational chord playing.
Can I do fingerstyle on the X11LS?
Yes, you can play fingerstyle on the X11LS, but it's not its primary design. The AR11S's wider nut, cutaway, and multiscale frets are specifically engineered to support advanced fingerstyle work with clearer separation and easier access to percussive techniques.
What's the multiscale advantage on the AR11S?
The multiscale design (643mm treble to 700mm bass) allows low tunings to stay tight and defined while keeping treble strings easy to play. Standard single-scale guitars like the X11LS use one fixed length, which is a compromise between the two.
Why is the AR11S open box instead of new?
The AR11S is listed as open box, meaning it may have been returned or displayed. Verify its condition with the retailer, as it may sell at a discount compared to new. The X11LS arrives brand new with full warranty coverage.