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 combines a responsive cutaway body with balanced ergonomics that work equally well seated or standing through a gig. 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 soloing and melodic work. This instrument bridges classical construction with modern playability.
Tone & Electronics
A solid Canadian cedar top paired with figured maple back and sides produces warm, resonant fundamentals with clarity across the frequency range. The integrated Baton Rouge BR-2P pickup system captures the guitar's acoustic character faithfully, making this an effective choice for amplified performance without sacrificing tonal complexity.
Construction & Materials
Premium construction throughout ensures durability and sustained playability: the mahogany neck resists seasonal movement, while ovangkol fingerboard and bridge provide stability and longevity. Nubone nut and saddle components support clear string vibration, 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 playing 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
| Best suited for | Folk, Indie, Worship, Studio Sessions, Live Performance |
|---|---|
| Tonal character | Warm fundamentals, clear across frequency range, resonant, balanced, articulate |
| Less specialized for | Metal, Hard Rock (it will do it; instruments voiced for that style do it more easily) |
| Skill level | Intermediate / Advanced / Professional |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the cutaway design offer, and is the upper-fret access genuine?
The auditorium cutaway provides genuine upper-fret access for soloing and melodic work beyond the 12th fret. The 630mm scale length and 46mm neck width deliver articulate fret spacing without excessive stretch, making upper positions comfortable and practical for both seated and standing performance.
How does the BR-2P pickup system perform in live and studio settings?
The Baton Rouge BR-2P pickup system captures the guitar's acoustic character faithfully, making it effective for amplified performance without sacrificing tonal complexity. Paired with Elixir strings, it delivers reliable signal transmission and extended string life in both studio and live environments.
What wood construction supports playability and prevents seasonal issues?
The solid Canadian cedar top is paired with figured maple back and sides for warm, resonant tone. The mahogany neck resists seasonal movement, while the ovangkol fingerboard and bridge provide stability and longevity through regular playing and performance demands.
Is this guitar suitable for folk, indie, and worship music?
Yes—the AR21C/ACE is specifically designed for folk, indie, worship, studio sessions, and live performance. Its balanced tone and reliable amplification make it well-suited to singer-songwriter, acoustic ensemble, and worship band contexts, though it is not recommended for metal or hard rock genres.
What skill level is this guitar built for?
The AR21C/ACE is designed for intermediate, advanced, and professional players. Its balanced ergonomics, articulate fret spacing, and professional-grade construction support both seated studio work and standing live performance across a range of playing styles.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
Sales tax is collected only on orders shipped to California; orders shipped to any other US state are not charged sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. At a typical 7% rate that is an estimated $29 less at checkout than the same listed price on a marketplace, which collects sales tax as the facilitator in most states. Buyers remain responsible for any use tax their state applies. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included.
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