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We cannot overstate the power and the punch of the BG808 Series. Within the smaller shape lies a mighty bass response and a focused projection, ideally suited for the recording studio. Since 1978, the 808 series has stood the test of time and is now available in several different tone-wood configurations. With a sound board of "AAA" grade solid Spruce, solid Blackwood back and sides and one of the world's finest acoustic pickups in the AP5-PRO. With its dominant live tone The EBG808 Artist is the guitar of choice for players all over the world.

• Model: EBG808 Artist
• Body Shape: 808
• Face "AAA Select" Spruce
• Back and Sides: "AA" Grade Blackwood
• Neck: Select Queensland Maple
• Fingerboard & Bridge: Ebony
• Bracing: Scalloped Maton X
• Face Inlay/Rosette: Herringbone
• Soundhole: 95mm
• Inner Binding: Herringbone
• Outer Binding: Rock Maple
• Scale Length: 64.77cm (25.5")
• Headstock Veneer: Keyhole w/ 2mm Blackwood Veneer
• Fretwire: Dunlop 6260
• Number of Frets: 21
• Fingerboard Radius: 304.8mm (12")
• Nut Width: 44.1mm (1.736" - 1 47/64")
• 14th Fret: Width 55mm (2.165" - 2 11/64")
• Fingerboard Inlays: Mother of Pearl Snowflakes
• Back & Sides Finish: Satin/Natural
• Top Finish: Satin/Natural
• Bridge Pins: Ivory ABS
• Machine Heads: Gold Grover Rotomatic
• Pickguard: Tortoiseshell with Gold M
• End Pin/Strap: Gold
• Nut & Saddle: Bone
• Case: Standard Maton Hardcase
• Pickup: AP5 PRO
• Strings: Elixir Nanoweb Phosphor Bronze 12-53