Idyllwild by Monoprice Cedar Solid Top Acoustic Electric Guitar with Fishman Pickup Tuner and Gig Bag
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What does the color look like in real life? One of the pictures looks like a light beige, but the other pictures look like bright orange.
A shopper
on Dec 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Neither would be accurate. It's more of a golden brown shade. Definitely not orange. One way or the other, it sounds great and is easy to play. I don't think the color should be an influencer here... this is a great guitar. For the money it is an amazing guitar. I keep it on a stand beside my $2300 Taylor 12 string, and it doesn't look out of place, if aesthetics are a concern to you.
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- Richard W on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Neither would be accurate. It's more of a golden brown shade. Definitely not orange. One way or the other, it sounds great and is easy to play. I don't think the color should be an influencer here... this is a great guitar. For the money it is an amazing guitar. I keep it on a stand beside my $2300 Taylor 12 string, and it doesn't look out of place, if aesthetics are a concern to you.
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- Richard W on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2018
The cedar top is not orange. It's a light to medium brownish amber color. It nice, I can tell you that. And it sounds terrific too. Can't get anything better at this price point.
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- coffeehead01 on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
Well, if I had to pick one of those colors, it would be much closer to orange than beige. It is however, a rich warm cedar wood tone that is very beautiful. The grain is very tight and the entire guitar has a beautiful finish. Great value.
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- James S on Dec 3, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 1, 2018
It is a light wood color. Definitely not any shade I would call "orange". Warmer than beige though. Looks a lot like the picture of the full guitar. Nice contract between the light wood and the dark brown wood. I love the way mine looks.
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- Steve S on Dec 3, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 14, 2018
I’d send a pic, but I don’t see that option. My wife says it looks like brown-ish/ orange almost sunburst. I have red-green colorblindness so I’m no expert on colors. I can tell you that I love mine. You can read my review.
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- Sean S on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 11, 2018
its not the lighter color "beige" on the 4th pic.. closer to the first two pics and a bit darker in person. This guitar is awesome just like the rest of 5 my mono price guitars
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- B T on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 1, 2018
This is a nice looking guitar with an attractive cedar top. Color is like varnished cedar which has an orangish tint I suppose.
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- Fred S on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 6, 2018
Definitely not bright orange. The color looks neutral or a bit dark to me.
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- New User U on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 30, 2018
Dark beige, very pretty, and great tone
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- clive s g on Dec 2, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
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Do these have solid backs and sides?
A shopper
on Sep 5, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I know it has a solid top. I "think" it has solid back/sides. But in any case, the guitar sounds terrific. You can pick up 300 to 800 dollar guitars all day long at Guitar Center, and not find one that sounds as good as this does. It's a no brainer for the price. I put a little higher end Fishman electronic in mine, and it's fabulous through my amps.
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- coffeehead01 on Sep 6, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I know it has a solid top. I "think" it has solid back/sides. But in any case, the guitar sounds terrific. You can pick up 300 to 800 dollar guitars all day long at Guitar Center, and not find one that sounds as good as this does. It's a no brainer for the price. I put a little higher end Fishman electronic in mine, and it's fabulous through my amps.
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- coffeehead01 on Sep 6, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
The back and sides are solid rosewood, laminated. As in 3 plies of rosewood. Also, both are bookmatched. Very good quality wood as far as I can tell. The only gripe I have is the stiffness of bracing, or lack thereof. Tune down a step and enjoy a beautiful and affordable instrument.
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- home mechanic on Sep 6, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2018
they don’t say, but probably not at this price. Could be laminate of sapele , whitewood or mahogany. But the solid cedar top gives it a good loud sound, if not the most subtle, or full of hamonics.
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- clive s g on Sep 6, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
This is a very nice instrument!
Bright sounding and crisp do to the nice combination of the solid cedar top and the
"laminated rosewood back and sides"
Bright sounding and crisp do to the nice combination of the solid cedar top and the
"laminated rosewood back and sides"
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- Adam S on Sep 6, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2018
The guitar has a very solid back as well as sides. Overall, its very sturdy and the sound quality is amazing.
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- Lila C on Sep 5, 2018
- Purchased on May 21, 2018
Description does not state that the back and sides are solid wood. I would assume that they are laminate.
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- Christopher M on Sep 6, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2018
Yes they do and its a beautiful guitar.
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- Ganesh P on Sep 7, 2018
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2017
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Anybody know the width of the nut?
A shopper
on Nov 25, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Nut width for the Idyllwild acoustic guitars is 1 11/16".
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- Dave L Staff on May 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Nut width for the Idyllwild acoustic guitars is 1 11/16".
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- Dave L Staff on May 18, 2017
This Guitar, just as many more much higher priced guitars do, comes with a plastic Nut (1.70 inches, measured with my digital caliper)t and plastic bridge Saddle. Easily replaced the Nut with a drop in Blisstime Acoustic Guitar Bone Nut ( the big on;ine Jungle River sounding place) and replaced the Saddle with a Bone Compensated Saddleboth for under $10). ( Easy DIY, just watch a youtube video) This DIY EZ upgrade made an Outstanding sounding guitar, sound even better. I play this guitar more than my Martin DX1AE, which costs 3X as much. Better looking too. Highly recommend this guitar, for ANY playing level,
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- New User U on Jun 6, 2020
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2019
My Idyllwild Cedar Top Acoustic-Electric guitar measures 1-11/16th inches at the nut.
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- Matthew F on May 22, 2017
- Purchased on Feb 17, 2017
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Is the size a true scale dreadnaught ?
A shopper
on Dec 19, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Yes this is a standard/full size dreadnought guitar. I hope this helps, and of course if you have any more questions feel free to contact us!
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 17, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Hello, thank you for your question. Yes this is a standard/full size dreadnought guitar. I hope this helps, and of course if you have any more questions feel free to contact us!
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- Jeff M Staff on Jan 17, 2017
It's a slightly undersized dreadnaught.
Body Length - 20"
Body Depth @ End Pin - 4-3/4"
Upper Body Width - 11-3/4"
Waist Width - 10-7/8"
Lower Bout Width - 15-3/8"
Body Length - 20"
Body Depth @ End Pin - 4-3/4"
Upper Body Width - 11-3/4"
Waist Width - 10-7/8"
Lower Bout Width - 15-3/8"
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- Jon P on Jan 17, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 13, 2016
yes it is full size. I think its a great guitar.. plays really good. For the price, it is worth every penny..
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- Joy R on Jan 17, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 15, 2016
For not being a dreadnought it is the size of one including the fretboard length
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- James M on Jan 19, 2017
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2017
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Does this guitar have gold hardware or Chrome Hardware?
Ronald J
on Nov 3, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It is Gold Hardware. Strap Buttons and Tuning keys. The tuning keys also have Black buttons.
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- John A on Nov 4, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It is Gold Hardware. Strap Buttons and Tuning keys. The tuning keys also have Black buttons.
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- John A on Nov 4, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 14, 2017
Look at the picture...that's what you get.
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- coffeehead01 on Mar 17, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
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What wood is the back and sides? Wanting to buy this asap if it's rosewood.
Robert M
on Mar 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Its laminated rosewood sides and back
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- Adam S on Jul 14, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Its laminated rosewood sides and back
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- Adam S on Jul 14, 2018
- Purchased on Jun 30, 2018
Yes, it is not a bag guitar for the money.
Very playable nice tone .
It's not my Taylor but is nice for the price
I had mine for 3 months I like it hope it helps you out
Very playable nice tone .
It's not my Taylor but is nice for the price
I had mine for 3 months I like it hope it helps you out
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- Marc L on Mar 14, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2017
Bought this for practice - am no expert but it is solid dark and appears to be rosewood but may be some other dark wood - it does not have the light streaks as shown in the picture.
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- Robley B on Mar 15, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2017
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Does it have steel strings?
New User U
on Sep 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This is a steel stringed guitar. It will come to you set up by our luthier with 12ga phosphorus-bronze wound steel core strings ready to play.
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- Dave L Staff on Oct 9, 2018
BEST ANSWER: This is a steel stringed guitar. It will come to you set up by our luthier with 12ga phosphorus-bronze wound steel core strings ready to play.
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- Dave L Staff on Oct 9, 2018
Yes it has steel string s great guitar for the cash really nice tone hardware is pretty good plays well.
You might want to change them to a set of your choice.
You might want to change them to a set of your choice.
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- Marc L on Oct 1, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 22, 2017
Yes, this is not a nylon string classical guitar.
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- Jonathan M on Sep 30, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 2, 2018
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Shipping is prohibitively expensive. Is this available at a physical store?
A shopper
on Jan 27, 2019
BEST ANSWER: You can see this guitar in our Will Call Store in California.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 1, 2019
BEST ANSWER: You can see this guitar in our Will Call Store in California.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 1, 2019
No. But sometimes they have free shipping. Keep watching the website.
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- clive s g on Feb 1, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
They have will call listed on their contact page. Assuming you don't live in Rancho Cucamonga, it would be cheaper to ship it then drive or fly to their pickup.
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- Shaun A on Feb 1, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 25, 2018
No, monoprice has no storefront and this guitar is not sold by big music retailers as far as I know
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- Joel C on Feb 2, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2018
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How do you change the battery?
Tim B
on Oct 12, 2017
BEST ANSWER: if you check the bottom side when you hold the guitar where the output cable is inserted, you will see there is a black box, pull the lock notch either with fingernails or small screwdriver and it will open to reveal a 9 V rectangular battery, pull it out and replace it with a new one and watch for the polarity when you insert a new one. Close the notch and enjoy the guitar with the new battery.
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- Ganesh P on Oct 13, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2017
BEST ANSWER: if you check the bottom side when you hold the guitar where the output cable is inserted, you will see there is a black box, pull the lock notch either with fingernails or small screwdriver and it will open to reveal a 9 V rectangular battery, pull it out and replace it with a new one and watch for the polarity when you insert a new one. Close the notch and enjoy the guitar with the new battery.
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- Ganesh P on Oct 13, 2017
- Purchased on Sep 9, 2017
To change the battery just flip the latch above the Fishman logo. The battery compartment will swing outward exposing the battery. Replace with an akaline 9V battery and swing compartment cosed.
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- Gary on Oct 12, 2017
- Purchased on Oct 31, 2016
Answer is correct, just make sure the polarity of the battery when you reinstall the new one so you don't mess up any electronics
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- Michael W on May 27, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2019
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does the tuner do half steps .... like d#G#C#F#A#D#? thank you
blake d
on Dec 29, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, The Fishman Isys+ onboard tunes half steps (#) has a small indicator light. Search Fishman Isys plus for manual info
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- Tim on Dec 31, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, The Fishman Isys+ onboard tunes half steps (#) has a small indicator light. Search Fishman Isys plus for manual info
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- Tim on Dec 31, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2017
Yes, you can half-step your way to whatever note you want to play.
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- coffeehead01 on Mar 17, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
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What is the total length of the idyllwild cedar top acoustic?
A shopper
on Sep 16, 2018
Enter an answer to this question.BEST ANSWER: It's a slightly undersized dreadnaught.
Body Length - 20"
Body Depth @ End Pin - 4-3/4"
Upper Body Width - 11-3/4"
Waist Width - 10-7/8"
Lower Bout Width - 15-3/8"
Body Length - 20"
Body Depth @ End Pin - 4-3/4"
Upper Body Width - 11-3/4"
Waist Width - 10-7/8"
Lower Bout Width - 15-3/8"
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- JayBirde on Sep 18, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 2, 2017
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Does this feel heavy or light compared to most other guitars?
A shopper
on Dec 5, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I would say this guitar does not feel too heavy or light. Very well made guitar with usable features.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: I would say this guitar does not feel too heavy or light. Very well made guitar with usable features.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 7, 2018
This guitar is noticeably lighter than the average dreadnaught especially if you are comparing it to a Martin.
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- New User U on Apr 26, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 9, 2020
A bit lighter to my way of feel.
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- coffeehead01 on Mar 17, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
I agree that it feels lighter than "average".
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- New User U on Apr 16, 2020
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I noticed that there was no "STAFF" answer to the question of the composition of the back and sides (solid wood or laminate) on the Monoprice Idyllwild Cedar Solid Top Acoustic Electric Guitar. Could someone on STAFF please give a definitive answer to this question? Thanks.
New User U
on Mar 16, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hi there, Staff here. Top is Solid Cedar, Back & Sides are laminate rosewood, neck is Mahogany, fretboard is rosewood.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 18, 2019
Thanks, Dave. I appreciate your detailed answer. Dan
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- New User U on Mar 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hi there, Staff here. Top is Solid Cedar, Back & Sides are laminate rosewood, neck is Mahogany, fretboard is rosewood.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 18, 2019
Thanks, Dave. I appreciate your detailed answer. Dan
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- New User U on Mar 18, 2019
Very few, if any, sub-$300 guitars are all solid wood. A look at my cedar here looks to be laminate back, and sides. However, the guitar has a really good sound. I've played $800 guitars in the stores that don't sound as good as this one so I would let you ears do the deciding. You can return the guitar if not happy. My only problem with it was the Fishman amp which had a loose contact causing cracking sounds through the amp. I replaced it with an LR Baggs, and it's a great guitar for working things out, and playing tunes. You'd be hard pressed to find something in the stores this good for the price.
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- coffeehead01 on Mar 17, 2019
- Purchased on Jul 1, 2018
Looking from the inside, back and sides are definitely wood, likely plywood. You can't go wrong with this guitar especially for the price. Great sounding acoustic. I own this model.
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- Evelyn K on Mar 17, 2019
- Purchased on May 2, 2018
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Is this guitar good for an adult beginner? Never played a guitar but very interested and looking for something easy to learn on and long-lasting. Thanks
Yefim K
on Mar 17, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this is a full sized acoustic guitar. The Fishman pick-up is a pro-level electronics system. Great place to start, you may never need to upgrade as you can see from some of the reviews.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, this is a full sized acoustic guitar. The Fishman pick-up is a pro-level electronics system. Great place to start, you may never need to upgrade as you can see from some of the reviews.
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- Dave L Staff on Mar 18, 2019
This would make a great entry level instrument. I've played for many years and owned a number of guitars and this is a stand out value for it's price point.
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- JOSEPH K on Mar 18, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 2, 2018
Absolutely, for the price and quality it's a great 1st guitar
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- New User U on Sep 16, 2019
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What is the neck shape? I'm looking for a very slim neck like Blueridge guitars have.
A shopper
on Jan 19, 2017

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BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in our guitars. The neck on our Idyllwild acoustic guitars is a soft "C" shape. It is fairly thin compared to many acoustics so it is comfortable to play but thick enough to feel substantial. Give it a shot. If you do not like it you can take advantage of our 30 day money back guarantee. I think you will like it, especially for the money.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thanks for your interest in our guitars. The neck on our Idyllwild acoustic guitars is a soft "C" shape. It is fairly thin compared to many acoustics so it is comfortable to play but thick enough to feel substantial. Give it a shot. If you do not like it you can take advantage of our 30 day money back guarantee. I think you will like it, especially for the money.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 14, 2017
Very slim? I,d say slim. I referr to it as a fast neck unlike those so called telephone pole necks. Hope that helped
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- Joe C L on Jan 19, 2017
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Can someone tell me what gauge the original installed strings are on this? Great that they're D'Addario EXP's (coated phosophor bronze) but nothing on the gauge. Thanks.
Jennifer L
on Aug 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The ones that came with my guitar (2019) are medium gauge (.013 - .056):
D'Addario EXP17 Coated Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Guitar Strings Set
D'Addario EXP17 Coated Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Guitar Strings Set
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- New User U on Feb 28, 2019
The attached tag that came with my Monoprice Ceder Top, says it came with D'Addario EXP strings. Does not specify what gauge, or EXP# model. Mine appeared to be Light 12 gauge. Wish the tag, or Monoprice Staff, would specify EXACTLY, because they sound GREAT. I don't want to" experiment buy" the different D'Addario EXP Coated Phosphor Bronze Strings that are widely available. Maybe Monoprice Staff can provide the correct, specific details ? PLEASE.
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- New User U on Jun 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: The ones that came with my guitar (2019) are medium gauge (.013 - .056):
D'Addario EXP17 Coated Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Guitar Strings Set
D'Addario EXP17 Coated Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Guitar Strings Set
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- New User U on Feb 28, 2019
The attached tag that came with my Monoprice Ceder Top, says it came with D'Addario EXP strings. Does not specify what gauge, or EXP# model. Mine appeared to be Light 12 gauge. Wish the tag, or Monoprice Staff, would specify EXACTLY, because they sound GREAT. I don't want to" experiment buy" the different D'Addario EXP Coated Phosphor Bronze Strings that are widely available. Maybe Monoprice Staff can provide the correct, specific details ? PLEASE.
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- New User U on Jun 6, 2020
Hi, I think they are LIGHT gauge (.012 - .053) strings that come with the guitar.
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- Dudley R on Aug 14, 2017
- Purchased on Jan 31, 2017
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Do you have to take the battery out between uses? It seems to run down fast even when I unplug and turn off the tuner.
Kenneth S
on Nov 27, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The Fishman Isys pick-up is a hungry system. High quality batteries will work best.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The Fishman Isys pick-up is a hungry system. High quality batteries will work best.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 1, 2017
It should not be the case that the battery stays on once you unplug the 1/4 inch cable. It is possible that the jack is malfunctioning and your battery is staying in the circuit (On); or that the jack could be incorrectly wired. I play mine about 3-5 hours a day, and my batteries last about a month. Should be easy enough to find a person that knows electronics and could diagnose/fix the problem.
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- dale l on Dec 1, 2017
- Purchased on Jan 31, 2017
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What wood is used for the side and back?
A shopper
on Jan 6, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It appears to be rosewood - the grain is the same inside and out, so I do not believe that it is a laminate. Unbelievable for the price.
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- Randall B on Jan 8, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
BEST ANSWER: It appears to be rosewood - the grain is the same inside and out, so I do not believe that it is a laminate. Unbelievable for the price.
Randall Brand
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- Randall B on Jan 8, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 19, 2017
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Anybody gotten a hard case if so what did you get and how does it fit?
Steven T
on Mar 30, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The Idyllwild acoustic guitars are all standard dreadnought style guitars that should fit in most guitar cases.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The Idyllwild acoustic guitars are all standard dreadnought style guitars that should fit in most guitar cases.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 2, 2018
any dreadnought case will fit. I keep all my guitars in a rack. Cases take too much room
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- clive s g on Apr 2, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 14, 2018
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What type and gauge string does this come strung with?
A shopper
on Apr 2, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The Solid Cedar and Solid Spruce top acoustics ship with D'addario EXP16 coated phosphorus bronze light gauge strings.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The Solid Cedar and Solid Spruce top acoustics ship with D'addario EXP16 coated phosphorus bronze light gauge strings.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 3, 2019
Im new to the guitar world but already own a LOT of guitars. I cannot remember the exact gauge.
Just that they're D'Addario and a lighter guage at that.
The ASH top guitar has some heavier guage strings and it plays with more "punch" and projection due to heavier strings and a heavier top than the Cedar model.
Strings can easily be swapped out as everyone had their own preference. Hard to "swap out" the top. And the cedar has a much more rounded(lower radius) back on the fretboard.
I own both and I say they're both great guitars but almost the exact opposite in sound and sound projection. The Cedar, if it were a hair smaller would be a grand auditorium. The ASH is as big as it sounds.
Sorry I dont have the exact number re: string gauge. The cedar is a GREAT guitar though!
Just that they're D'Addario and a lighter guage at that.
The ASH top guitar has some heavier guage strings and it plays with more "punch" and projection due to heavier strings and a heavier top than the Cedar model.
Strings can easily be swapped out as everyone had their own preference. Hard to "swap out" the top. And the cedar has a much more rounded(lower radius) back on the fretboard.
I own both and I say they're both great guitars but almost the exact opposite in sound and sound projection. The Cedar, if it were a hair smaller would be a grand auditorium. The ASH is as big as it sounds.
Sorry I dont have the exact number re: string gauge. The cedar is a GREAT guitar though!
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- New User U on Apr 3, 2019
- Purchased on Sep 2, 2018
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Will you or have you ever made a lefty version?
A shopper
on May 27, 2019
BEST ANSWER: We currently have one lefty guitar. If it's sales continue to pick-up we will expand our lefty selections.
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- Dave L Staff on May 28, 2019

Indio by Monoprice Cali Classic Lefty Electric Guitar with Gig Bag, Sunburst
BEST ANSWER: We currently have one lefty guitar. If it's sales continue to pick-up we will expand our lefty selections.
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- Dave L Staff on May 28, 2019

Indio by Monoprice Cali Classic Lefty Electric Guitar with Gig Bag, Sunburst
I do not know if they can or not. But I do think this guitar is an excellent bargain for the money. Deeper , mellow tone , over the spruce top. I do not see how they build this guitar for the money..very satisfied with mine.
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- Michael W on May 27, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2019
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What is the fretboard material made of specifically ? Thanks David! also do you guys sell a an acoustic electric amplifier as well ?
New User U
on Sep 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The fretboard is a synthetic compound. Do not have specifics. It does feel and sound natural.
A/E amp coming soon.
A/E amp coming soon.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 6, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The fretboard is a synthetic compound. Do not have specifics. It does feel and sound natural.
A/E amp coming soon.
A/E amp coming soon.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 6, 2019
Mine is made out of rosewood. I would recommend their 15w all tube amp with the 12" celestion.
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- Sean D on Sep 6, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 14, 2019
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I like the cedar but what about the rest the back and sides look like rosewood - is it a laminate or what exactly is it made of ? Also the Fretboard is it richlite or some other compostite or is it regular wood ? Thanks you all have been so helpful ! David
New User U
on Sep 23, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The rosewood back and sides are laminate. the fretboard on this model is rosewood.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 23, 2019
Thanks Dave (again, :>) ) Wow I cant believe its actually a rosewood fretboard , I was going to buy a Epiphone masterbuilt all solid but mohagany and petrified mummy fretboard - No way I want this Idyllwild Cedar top! its gorgeous and $200 cheaper!
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- New User U on Sep 23, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The rosewood back and sides are laminate. the fretboard on this model is rosewood.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 23, 2019
Thanks Dave (again, :>) ) Wow I cant believe its actually a rosewood fretboard , I was going to buy a Epiphone masterbuilt all solid but mohagany and petrified mummy fretboard - No way I want this Idyllwild Cedar top! its gorgeous and $200 cheaper!
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- New User U on Sep 23, 2019
I believe the rosewood side and back is laminate and the fretboard is rosewood. You cannot tell by looking that it is laminate. It is a handsome instrument with rich tones.
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- New User U on Sep 23, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 11, 2019
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Is this an accurate dreadnought size guitar ( will it fit in a standard dreadnought guitar hard case ?
Gary I
on Feb 1, 2017
BEST ANSWER: All Idyllwild Acoustic Guitars are standard Dreadnought size.
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- Dave L Staff on Feb 2, 2017
BEST ANSWER: All Idyllwild Acoustic Guitars are standard Dreadnought size.
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Anyone get a lot of fret buzz? Mine had a lot of buzz. Adjusted the truss rod (counter clockwise) and get rid of most buzz except low E.
A shopper
on Jul 3, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Probably not setup properly and/or has a high fret.
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- Andrew D on Feb 16, 2020
BEST ANSWER: Probably not setup properly and/or has a high fret.
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- Andrew D on Feb 16, 2020
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Is the finish matte, gloss or satin?
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on Mar 14, 2019
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Does it come in a left handed model?
Bob L
on Jun 16, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Currently we do not have a left handed version of this guitar.
Currently we do not have a left handed version of this guitar.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 18, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Currently we do not have a left handed version of this guitar.
Currently we do not have a left handed version of this guitar.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 18, 2019
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Can anyone tell me EXACTLY what kind of string come on this guitar? I really like them and want to put the same strings on it when I change strings. Thank you!
New User U
on Dec 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: D'addario EXP16 12-53 gauge believe Lights . Could be 11-52 gauge custom lights.
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BEST ANSWER: D'addario EXP16 12-53 gauge believe Lights . Could be 11-52 gauge custom lights.
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Does it have rosewood back and sides ?
A shopper
on Apr 22, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It is a rosewood laminate.
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- New User U on Apr 22, 2020
- Purchased on Apr 9, 2020
BEST ANSWER: It is a rosewood laminate.
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Can someone tell me what size bridge pins this takes? I don't own a caliper and the ebony pins I bought, don't fit right. Is it a 3 degree or 5 degree taper?
A shopper
on Oct 12, 2017
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great Guitar for the price
I received my Cedar top Idyllwild acoustic electric guitar about 2 weeks ago. My first impression was that it is a beautiful guitar with a very nice finish. The guitar looks exactly as pictured in the ads. I had read all the reviews so I was expecting there might be some string noise and buzz--and there was. I made some adjustments with the included allen wrench by turning the truss rod about 3/4 turns counter clockwise. I did this in about 3 steps, re-tuning each time. The noise was cleared up and the action seems good. I had to do one more adjustment after the first week because the high E string still had a little buzz.
This guitar has a nice tone and seems to be good quality overall. It is lighter weight than the average dreadnaught but I like that. The pickup and tuner are fine and it sounds great through my acoustic Amp. For $200 I would highly recommend it. As others have said, it isn't a big boomer like my Martin and Takamine but it sounds good. I believe it is sounds best for light strumming and fingerpicking. To compare it to more expensive guitars is ridiculous because we're talking $200--not $1800 like my Martin.
The guitar came packed in the included gig bag which is just ok. I use a heavier bag to carry it in my car, and will be investing in a hard case.
If you're thinking about buying one, I would say: do it! Just be prepared to do some adjustments or take it to a pro for a set up.
Don't panic if it's not in tune. A guitar should be shipped with the strings loosened anyway.
My only complaint is that Monoprice would not answer my questions. I was not able to speak to anyone on the phone and the on line chat person didn't seem to know much about guitars.
All in all I rate it 5 stars because of the quality to price ratio is excellent.
This guitar has a nice tone and seems to be good quality overall. It is lighter weight than the average dreadnaught but I like that. The pickup and tuner are fine and it sounds great through my acoustic Amp. For $200 I would highly recommend it. As others have said, it isn't a big boomer like my Martin and Takamine but it sounds good. I believe it is sounds best for light strumming and fingerpicking. To compare it to more expensive guitars is ridiculous because we're talking $200--not $1800 like my Martin.
The guitar came packed in the included gig bag which is just ok. I use a heavier bag to carry it in my car, and will be investing in a hard case.
If you're thinking about buying one, I would say: do it! Just be prepared to do some adjustments or take it to a pro for a set up.
Don't panic if it's not in tune. A guitar should be shipped with the strings loosened anyway.
My only complaint is that Monoprice would not answer my questions. I was not able to speak to anyone on the phone and the on line chat person didn't seem to know much about guitars.
All in all I rate it 5 stars because of the quality to price ratio is excellent.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Very nice. Needs a bit more QC as there is some fret buzz.
Love it. There are a few high frets that require filing to eliminate buzz. But other than that, excellent instrument.
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Rated 2 out of 5
Has potential but glaring problems
After reading so many glowing reviews and even watching a few YouTube videos on this guitar I decided to purchase one for my son. What an utter waste of time and money!
It will be going back to where it came next week. If all are like the one that arrived, I dont know how anyone can give it five stars.
The box came fully intact, no signs of rough handling in its journey to our door. Upon its arrival the day after Christmas the box was immediately opened.
Inside the box and included case was a great looking instrument but with a discerning further look even with the plastic bag still on there was immediate concern. The strings were fully touching many of the frets.
After taking the guitar out of the plastic bag it was instantly clear that the neck was significantly convex causing the strings to touch at least half the frets. Thankfully Monoprice included an Allen wrench. It was so convex that it was impossible to tune the guitar as every string was touching frets.
After loosening the neck rod in an attempt to get a straight neck it became clear it was never going to be straight. In addition the nut has been filed down way too much causing most of the strings to be too close to the frets. Was able get a sort of working guitar but with the nut and some high uneven frets it was impossible not to have buzzing strings.
Paying for a quality setup would be able to fix some of the issues but it would cost more to fix than the instrument is worth.
But the final straw was upon plugging it in to an amp. The low strings produced a muddy sound and when strumming vigorously it would cause a clipping like sound. This was within the preamp as the signal coming from the guitar was not too hot, it was just not sending a clean signal. This was the fourth guitar in the household and second with Fishman electronics, I suspect this one is not genuine.
I and my son wanted this to be as great as some have made it out to be but Im here to balance all the praise with some significant caution.
On the positive side the tone of the guitar when not plugged in is very nice overall. The higher notes ring clear and loud with great sustain. The low notes are wonderfully resonate too however, theres about one octave in the middle that is very woody and punchy when using a pick. It doesnt sound bad per se but single string picking may not be the sound youre looking for. Theres not a guitar out there that doesnt have some of this but this one has about 14 consecutive notes that are like this.
I trust this one guitar may be a particularly bad one and that all are not like this one but be aware that theres no way this guitar was inspected and setup in California.
It will be going back to where it came next week. If all are like the one that arrived, I dont know how anyone can give it five stars.
The box came fully intact, no signs of rough handling in its journey to our door. Upon its arrival the day after Christmas the box was immediately opened.
Inside the box and included case was a great looking instrument but with a discerning further look even with the plastic bag still on there was immediate concern. The strings were fully touching many of the frets.
After taking the guitar out of the plastic bag it was instantly clear that the neck was significantly convex causing the strings to touch at least half the frets. Thankfully Monoprice included an Allen wrench. It was so convex that it was impossible to tune the guitar as every string was touching frets.
After loosening the neck rod in an attempt to get a straight neck it became clear it was never going to be straight. In addition the nut has been filed down way too much causing most of the strings to be too close to the frets. Was able get a sort of working guitar but with the nut and some high uneven frets it was impossible not to have buzzing strings.
Paying for a quality setup would be able to fix some of the issues but it would cost more to fix than the instrument is worth.
But the final straw was upon plugging it in to an amp. The low strings produced a muddy sound and when strumming vigorously it would cause a clipping like sound. This was within the preamp as the signal coming from the guitar was not too hot, it was just not sending a clean signal. This was the fourth guitar in the household and second with Fishman electronics, I suspect this one is not genuine.
I and my son wanted this to be as great as some have made it out to be but Im here to balance all the praise with some significant caution.
On the positive side the tone of the guitar when not plugged in is very nice overall. The higher notes ring clear and loud with great sustain. The low notes are wonderfully resonate too however, theres about one octave in the middle that is very woody and punchy when using a pick. It doesnt sound bad per se but single string picking may not be the sound youre looking for. Theres not a guitar out there that doesnt have some of this but this one has about 14 consecutive notes that are like this.
I trust this one guitar may be a particularly bad one and that all are not like this one but be aware that theres no way this guitar was inspected and setup in California.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Deserves 10 Stars
This is a really nice guitar. A steal for the price. Mine came with a really good setup, no sharp fret ends, and great playability. I like a low action, and this guitar is really good. Not sure I've ever played an acoustic with a neck/action this good. Thank you Monoprice.
I would not hesitate to tell my friends about this guitar. I've had it about three-four months and it is a good one.
I would not hesitate to tell my friends about this guitar. I've had it about three-four months and it is a good one.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Absolutely impressed
I played one of these over the weekend that a friend of mine had bought and was absolutely impressed at the tone, looks and ease of chords. I have a Taylor, and a Taka and his guitar plays and sounds as good as either one of them. I am just waiting on the right deal and I will own one too.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Nice guitar - excellent service by Monoprice
I have multiple guitars and have casually played for years. I bought this guitar in the Spruce top model a couple of years ago. Loved it and used it all the time - but gave it away on a mission trip. So glad to be able to get this cedar model. Both are great guitars. You get a lot for the money! A nice instrument for a company that have given me excellent service on multiple products.
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Rated 4 out of 5
Great for the money! You may need a setup
Great guitar for the money! The strings are a little too high for me. Ok near the nut and get too high for me near the bridge. Nothing a setup wouldnt fix.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great sound.
A great sounding guitar, with a bonus Fishman tuner/ equalizer
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Rated 5 out of 5
Very well made , deeper mellow tone for finger picking. Excellent bargain.
Do not know how or where this guitar is made for this money, but it is very well made with warm tone, and the sustain and intonation is great. Would recommend and have to friends of mine, for ease of playing great sound. Very pleased with mine.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Very nice guitar for the price
Objectively...
This solid cedar top acoustic/electric guitar was ready to play out of the box. The fit and finish is excellent. Nice tight wood grain on the solid top. Rosewood back and sides look great. Straight neck with good action and no fret buzz. No adjustments needed. Fishman electronics work as expected.
Subjectively...
Unplugged, the tone has a nice ring that inspires me to play it. I purchased another acoustic recently (at twice the cost) from a major retailer, but returned it because the tone did not meet my expectations. When I played this Monoprice guitar through a Yamaha THR10 amp on clean mode with minimal chorus and delay, the sound just blew me away.
I've owned many guitars over the years and still have a diverse collection. The other day my son asked me if I had an acoustic/electric he could borrow for gigs. I handed him a Takamine because I'm not ready to part with this baby, yet!
Honestly, I don't think you'll find a better solid top acoustic/electric at this price point.
This solid cedar top acoustic/electric guitar was ready to play out of the box. The fit and finish is excellent. Nice tight wood grain on the solid top. Rosewood back and sides look great. Straight neck with good action and no fret buzz. No adjustments needed. Fishman electronics work as expected.
Subjectively...
Unplugged, the tone has a nice ring that inspires me to play it. I purchased another acoustic recently (at twice the cost) from a major retailer, but returned it because the tone did not meet my expectations. When I played this Monoprice guitar through a Yamaha THR10 amp on clean mode with minimal chorus and delay, the sound just blew me away.
I've owned many guitars over the years and still have a diverse collection. The other day my son asked me if I had an acoustic/electric he could borrow for gigs. I handed him a Takamine because I'm not ready to part with this baby, yet!
Honestly, I don't think you'll find a better solid top acoustic/electric at this price point.
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