Essential Information About the 156SP-5-G "Evolution Series" Deep Cutaway Natural Carbon Black Guitar
- Top made of unidirectional carbon fiber with Quintad bracing: fast attack, powerful projection, and exceptional stability against climatic variations.
- Deep "Deep Cutaway" body made of hand-laminated fiberglass with side soundholes: projection towards the audience and natural feedback to the player.
- Modern playing comfort: 2-piece walnut neck, ebony fingerboard with 24 frets, neck joint at the 14th fret, scale length 25.25" / 641.35 mm, nut width 42.8 mm / 1.69".
- Stage-ready electronics: OCP-2000 piezo pickup and K-21 preamp, Schaller M6 tuners, delivered in an ABS case, made in the USA.
A Modern Evolution of Composite Luthiery
Part of the "Evolution Series," this electro-acoustic guitar combines the strengths of American composite guitars: a unidirectional carbon top supported by Quintad bracing and a deep hand-molded body. The generous cutaway and side soundholes reflect a design focused on stage performance, tuning stability, and touring reliability.
For Whom and Which Styles?
Designed for intermediate to expert guitarists, it excels in pop, rock, folk, and fingerstyle. The "Deep Cutaway" and 24 frets facilitate melodic solos, modern arrangements, and extended techniques. Its structural stability makes it an ideal tool for stage, recording, and intensive rehearsals.
Sound Characteristics
The carbon top offers a very fast response, precise mids, and bright highs, while the deep body adds low-end foundation and sustain. The side soundholes provide direct feedback for better dynamic control. Plugged in, the OCP-2000 piezo pickup coupled with the K-21 preamp delivers a clear and defined signal, faithful to the attack and nuances of playing, with excellent resistance to feedback.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To maintain the original balance and correct string tension, prefer a set of 12-54 acoustic strings identical to the factory setup: DR Dragon Skin DAP-12 Light (.012-.054).
Technical Specifications
Body
- Shape: Deep "Deep Cutaway" body
- Top: unidirectional carbon fiber, Quintad bracing
- Soundholes: side
- Body: hand-laminated fiberglass
- Binding: black ABS
- Finish: Natural Carbon Black
Neck
- Wood: two-piece walnut with stained veneer center strip
- Neck/body joint: at the 14th fret
- Fingerboard: ebony
- Number of frets: 24
- Scale length: 25.25" / 641.35 mm
- Nut: Black TUSQ, width 42.8 mm / 1.69"
- Inlays: MOP "Adamas 1" mother-of-pearl
Hardware
- Bridge: stained walnut
- Tuners: chrome Schaller M6 with ebony buttons
Electronics
- Pickup: OCP-2000 piezo
- Preamp: K-21
Miscellaneous
- Factory strings: DR Dragon Skin DAP-12 Light .012-.054 (made in the USA)
- Case: included ABS case
- Manufacture: USA
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