Description
Walden SD552EB-D Sollana Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar with a solid Sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, and a black satin finish with white binding.
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 SD552EB-D is a Sollana Dreadnought guitar with a solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany back and sides, and Fishman Presys II with Onboard Tuner for plugging in. It comes with a Walden gig bag.
What's Included With Your Guitar
🎸 Walden SD552EB-D Acoustic-Electric Guitar ($799 value) Factory new, with the Walden Guitars Limited Warranty.
🧳 Walden gig bag Included from the factory with this guitar.
🎓 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.
🚚 Free Insured Continental US Shipping ($75 value) Insured and tracked, every time. No upcharges.
Specifications
| SKU | SD552EB-D |
|---|---|
| Series | Sollana |
| Body shape | Dreadnought, 12-string |
| Strings | 12, steel, 2 Sets D'Addario Extra Lights (Double-Course Unison) |
| Top | Solid Sitka Spruce |
| Back and sides | Mahogany |
| Neck | Glass-Fibre Reinforced |
| Bridge | Bridge Truss (Bridge Doctor) Pre-Installed |
| Bracing | Walden Low-Mass Scalloped-X |
| Nut and saddle | Graphtech NuBone, Double-Course Unison Setup |
| Rosette | Abalone, 2-Ring |
| Pickguard | Black Pearloid |
| Tuners | Black |
| Finish | Black Satin with White Binding |
| Electronics | Fishman Presys II with Onboard Tuner |
| Gig bag included | Walden gig bag |
| Warranty | Walden Guitars Limited Warranty |
Common questions
What tuning does the Walden SD552EB-D use?
Standard guitar notes, E-A-D-G-B-E, played on 12 strings. As a docerola, its six string pairs are tuned in unison rather than in octaves, which gives it the doubled voice used in regional Mexican music.
Is the SD552EB-D a solid-wood guitar?
The top is solid Sitka spruce, which is the part of the guitar that matters most for tone and projection. The back and sides are mahogany.
Can I plug the SD552EB-D into an amp or PA?
Yes. It has Fishman Presys II with Onboard Tuner, so you can plug straight into an amp or PA.
Does the SD552EB-D have a cutaway?
No. The SD552EB-D is a Dreadnought model without a cutaway.
What is a docerola?
A docerola is a 12-string acoustic guitar used in regional Mexican music such as Sierreño. Its string pairs are tuned in unison rather than in octaves. The SD552EB-D also ships with a Bridge Truss (Bridge Doctor) pre-installed.
Does the SD552EB-D come with a case?
It comes with a Walden gig bag. It does not include a hard case.
What is the difference between the Walden SD552EB-D and the D642RCEB-G?
The SD552EB-D is a Dreadnought with a solid Sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, 12 strings and Fishman Presys II with Onboard Tuner. The D642RCEB-G is a Dreadnought cutaway with a solid Sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, an armrest, 12 strings and Fishman Presys II with tuner.
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 warranty does the SD552EB-D have?
It is covered by the Walden Guitars Limited Warranty.
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.
TERRY CARTER MUSIC STORE ADVANTAGE
- 🎓 FREE 12-Month Membership at Uke Like The Pros AND Rock Like The Pros ($480 value)
- 📦 Fast, Fully Insured Shipping on Every Order
- 🔄 Easy 30-Day Returns on New Instruments
- ⭐ 30,000+ Orders Since 2018 — Real Musicians, Real Service
📸 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.
