Alvarez AP66e Artist Series Acoustic/Electric Guitar - Shadowburst

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The Alvarez AP66e Artist Series Acoustic/Electric Guitar in Shadowburst is a standout choice for players who love classic tone and modern versatility. Its parlor-sized body, built with a solid African mahogany top and matching mahogany back and sides, delivers a warm, focused voice with strong midrange clarity that feels alive under your fingers. The thin Shadowburst gloss finish brings out the rich, organic grain of the wood, giving this instrument a visual presence that feels as inspiring as its sound. Whether you’re practicing at home or composing your next song, this guitar has a tone that draws you in right away.

Plugged in, the AP66e continues to shine. It’s equipped with the LR Baggs StagePro Bronze system — a side-mounted preamp with an Element under-saddle pickup that keeps your amplified tone natural and expressive. Simple onboard controls for volume, bass, treble, phase, and a backlit tuner ensure you’re ready for the stage or studio without fuss. With its 24-inch scale and smooth playability, this guitar feels comfortable for long sessions and responsive whether you’re strumming rhythms or picking intricate lines.

What truly sets this Artist Series model apart is how it blends performance and tone with everyday practicality. Alvarez’s careful bracing and solid construction give this guitar balance, projection, and dynamic range, all in a compact form that’s easy to take anywhere. The thoughtful combination of traditional wood tones with high-quality electronics makes it a perfect choice for singer-songwriters, gigging musicians, or anyone looking for a professional-grade acoustic-electric without compromise.

This beautifully voiced parlor guitar is available at Haggerty’s Music, where you can explore its sound firsthand and find the perfect setup to match your style. Whether you’re adding to a collection or buying your first serious instrument, the AP66e Shadowburst offers tone, style, and versatility that inspire creativity at every turn.

Features / Specs

Highlights

• Orientation: Right-Handed
• Electronics: LR Baggs StagePro Bronze with Element Under-Saddle
• Bracing: FS6
• Cutaway: None

Body

• Body Shape: Parlor
• Top Material: Solid African Mahogany
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Top Color: Shadowburst
• Back & Sides Material: African Mahogany
• Back Configuration: 2-Piece
• Back & Sides Finish: Semi-Gloss
• Bracing: FS6
• Binding Material: Black
• Rosette: Abalone Multi-Ply

Neck

• Neck Profile: AP66e
• Neck Material: African Mahogany
• Neck Taper: Standard
• Scale Length: 24"
• Nut Width: 1-3/4"
• Fingerboard Material: Indian Laurel
• Fingerboard Inlay: Mother of Pearl and Acrylic
• Fingerboard Binding: Black
• Fingerboard Radius: 15"
• Fingerboard Spacing: 2-1/16" at Bridge
• Neck Finish: Semi Gloss
• Neck Joint: Dovetail
• Headstock: Indian Laurel
• Headstock Binding: None
• Headplate Inlay: Logo
• Headplate Finish: Semi Gloss

Hardware

• Bridge Style: Bi-Level
• Bridge Material: Indian Laurel
• Bridge Pins: PPS Synthetic Bone
• Saddle: Bone
• Nut Material: Bone
• Tuners: Chrome Open Gear
• Pickguard: None

Miscellaneous

• Electronics: LR Baggs StagePro Bronze with Element Under-Saddle
• Strings: D'Addario XTAPB1253
• Case/Gig Bag: None
• Serial Number: E25110749
• Manufacture Date: November 2025