Description
Mérida SENIOR-GACEQ Grand Auditorium Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar with a solid spruce top, flamed koa back and sides, an okoume neck, and a matte finish.
I've been playing guitar for over 30 years. I started as a studio musician in Los Angeles, and now I run Terry Carter Music Store and a music education platform that has taught thousands of students how to play.
The SENIOR-GACEQ is a Grand Auditorium cutaway with a solid spruce top and flamed koa back and sides, in a matte finish that shows off the natural look of the wood. Forward-shifted X bracing, a slim C okoume neck, an HPL fingerboard and bridge, a bone nut and saddle, an armrest, and chrome tuners with Mérida-design knobs round it out, and the Fishman ISY-201 pickup system makes it ready for the stage.
What's Included With Your Guitar
🎸 Mérida SENIOR-GACEQ Acoustic-Electric Guitar ($689 value) Factory new.
🎒 Mérida GB-15 Gig Bag Included with this guitar, to protect it in transit and on the go.
🎓 12-Month Rock Like The Pros Premium Membership ($240 value) Full access to every course at rocklikethepros.com, beginner through advanced. Video lessons, tabs, and backing tracks designed to take you wherever you want to go on guitar. Plus weekly live Zoom lessons with me, included with every Premium membership. Ask questions in real time, get personalized feedback, and learn alongside other guitarists in the community.
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Specifications
| SKU | SENIOR-GACEQ |
|---|---|
| Body shape | Grand Auditorium Cutaway |
| Strings | 6, steel (D’Addario XT .012"-.053") |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back and sides | Flamed Koa |
| Neck | Okoume, Slim C shape |
| Fingerboard | HPL |
| Bridge | HPL |
| Finish | Matte |
| Bracing | Forward-Shifted X |
| Nut and saddle | bone nut and saddle |
| Tuners | Chrome with Mérida-design knobs |
| Electronics | Fishman ISY-201 pickup system |
| Nut width | 43 mm (1.69 in) |
| Scale length | 650 mm (25.59 in) |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
| Armrest | Yes |
| Gig bag included | Mérida GB-15 (black) |
Common questions
What tuning does the Mérida SENIOR-GACEQ use?
Standard guitar tuning, E-A-D-G-B-E from the lowest string to the highest.
Is the SENIOR-GACEQ a solid-wood guitar?
The top is solid spruce, which is the part of the guitar that matters most for tone and projection. The back and sides are flamed koa, and the neck is okoume.
Can I plug the SENIOR-GACEQ into an amp or PA?
Yes. It is an acoustic-electric with a Fishman ISY-201 pickup system, so you can plug straight into an amp or PA.
Does the SENIOR-GACEQ have a cutaway?
Yes. The SENIOR-GACEQ is a Grand Auditorium Cutaway model, which makes the upper frets easier to reach.
Does the SENIOR-GACEQ come with a case?
It comes with a Mérida GB-15 (black) gig bag. It does not include a hard case.
What is the difference between the Mérida SENIOR-GACEQ and the SENIOR PRO GACEQ?
Both are Grand Auditorium guitars with a solid spruce top, flamed koa back and sides, an armrest, and the Fishman ISY-201 pickup system. The SENIOR-GACEQ has a matte natural finish, and the SENIOR PRO has a gloss light grey stain finish with solid flamed koa back and sides.
How do I claim the Rock Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your free 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Is shipping really free?
Yes. Shipping is free and insured anywhere in the continental US. You'll get tracking as soon as it ships.
What if I'm not happy with the guitar?
30-day return policy. We want you to love it. If you don't, we'll make it right.
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📸 NOTE ON PHOTOS
This instrument is crafted from natural materials — wood grain, color, and figuring vary between pieces, which is part of what makes each one unique. The photos show a representative example. Questions before ordering? We're happy to help.
