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Breedlove Oregon Concert CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar vs Breedlove Oregon Dreadnought Concerto CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar
The Oregon Concert CE is a balanced, intimate performer ideal for fingerstyle and studio work, while the Dreadnought Concerto CE prioritizes projection and volume for live performance and full-band settings. Choose the Concert for nuanced, articulate playing; choose the Dreadnought Concerto for commanding presence and cut.
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Breedlove Oregon Concert CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar
Breedlove Oregon Dreadnought Concerto CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar
Specs side by side
| Breedlove Oregon Concert CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar | Breedlove Oregon Dreadnought Concerto CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,999.00 | $4,099.00 |
| Brand | Breedlove | Breedlove |
| Body | Dreadnought Cutaway | Dreadnought Cutaway |
| Body Type | Hollow | Hollow |
| Scale | 25.5" Scale | 25.5" Scale |
| Strings | 6 | 6 |
| Frets | 20 Frets | 20 Frets |
| Fretboard | Ebony | Ebony |
| Neck | Maple | Maple |
| String Type | Steel | Steel |
| Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Breedlove Oregon Concert CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar
- ✓ Smaller concert body offers comfort and ease for extended fingerstyle sessions
- ✓ Balanced tonal profile with articulate trebles suits intricate picking patterns
- ✓ Intimate stage presence and studio versatility without excessive projection
Why choose Breedlove Oregon Dreadnought Concerto CE Myrtlewood Special Edition Guitar
- ✓ Larger 16-inch lower bout generates serious volume and projection for live performance
- ✓ Bold, powerful low end cuts through in full-band contexts
- ✓ Ergonomic cutaway and optimized body depth reduce fatigue during long sets despite larger dimensions
Frequently asked questions
Which body shape is better for fingerstyle playing?
The Concert CE is purpose-built for fingerstyle with its balanced tonal articulation and intimate response, making it ideal for intricate picking patterns and studio recording. The Dreadnought Concerto CE prioritizes volume and projection, which benefits strumming-heavy or ensemble performance over detailed fingerstyle work.
What's the key difference in amplified tone?
Both use the LR Baggs Anthem TRU-Mic system, so the amplified character depends on body size and bracing. The Concert CE delivers natural, detailed amplified tone suited to close miking in studios. The Dreadnought Concerto CE projects a bolder, more powerful amplified signal that cuts through live band mixes.
How do the bodies differ physically?
The Concert CE uses a traditional concert body (15.37" lower bout, 9" waist, 11.28" upper bout) optimized for comfort and articulation. The Dreadnought Concerto CE has a 16" lower bout with a soft cutaway and balanced 4-5" body depth—larger and louder but still ergonomic compared to a standard dreadnought.
Which is better for small venue solo performance?
The Concert CE's balanced tone and intimate response excel in small rooms where projection is less critical and fingerstyle or nuanced playing is central. The Dreadnought Concerto CE's larger size and bold projection work better in medium-to-larger venues, even if you're performing solo.