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Carbon Fiber Acoustic Guitars
“Nothing beats that age-old combo of spruce on mahogany.” Sound familiar? It’s a tale we acoustic guitar players have been hearing since we first started strumming. And while we at Sweetwater can’t deny that this first-class tonewood cocktail has been responsible for some of the greatest acoustic guitar sounds of all time, we’d be blind to overlook its drawbacks: namely, that even the best-crafted wood instruments are heavy and highly prone to environmental factors.
Enter the age of the carbon fiber acoustic guitar. This new breed of strong and lightweight acoustic guitars has Sweetwater players and customers singing their praises. Let’s look at some of the major benefits steering so many players today into the brave unknown of carbon fiber acoustic guitars.
Carbon fiber acoustic guitars are impervious to moisture
Dryness cracks tops. Humidity busts binding. And both of these environmental factors can play a major role in the tone and playability of a traditional wood acoustic guitar. The carbon fiber acoustic guitar’s claim to fame is that, from the arid Southwest to the soupy Pacific Northwest, moisture and atmosphere have minimal impact on its sound, action, and intonation. This means dependable performance night after night. If you’re the type of guitarist who travels and tours to make your living, or if your studio is located in an environment where you’re constantly having to service and repair your guitars, you might want to consider a carbon fiber acoustic guitar.
Carbon fiber acoustic guitars are light on weight, big on tone
Wood — even that which has been kiln dried — is a heavy and pliable material. Carbon fiber has the edge for both these properties. It’s comprised of a series of interwoven high-tensile carbon or graphite strands, making top and body construction not only lightweight, but extremely tough as well. It’s why you’ll see this material on everything from performance bicycles to pro tennis rackets.
This strength gives carbon fiber-topped acoustic guitars a robust projection and a balanced tone across the spectrum bottom, with a clear, articulate string presence and evenly spaced lows and mids to punch through a mix. So, if you’re looking for an acoustic guitar that’s light in the hand and boasts an even response for stage or studio, a carbon fiber acoustic guitar could be right up your alley.
Consider adding a carbon fiber acoustic guitar to your arsenal today!
The good news is, when it comes to acoustic guitars, it’s not an either-or decision — you can pick up a carbon fiber guitar for the road and keep your traditional dreadnoughts and Jumbos safe at home. Even if you’re a dyed-in-the-wool traditional acoustic player, you’re sure to find things to love in a quality carbon fiber acoustic — even if it’s just how great it looks on your wall. See what one can do for your collection. Call your Sweetwater Sales Engineer at (800) 222-4700 if you’re interested in adding one of these exotic breeds to your collection.
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