Description
Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod Solid Spruce Top Cutaway Classical Acoustic-Electric Guitar, Walnut + 12-Month Lessons is a full-size cutaway classical acoustic-electric guitar with a solid European spruce top, walnut back and sides and a regular-depth body. A slim 48 mm electric-style neck with a 2-way steel truss rod, a curved acacia fingerboard and an ARTEC SQ-3 preamp make it easy to play for steel-string and electric players, and it is built only from European woods. It comes with 12 months of Rock Like The Pros online guitar lessons for all levels, including weekly live Zoom lessons.
Specifications
| SKU | MR-SAMBA-PRO-TR |
|---|---|
| Series | Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia (vegan guitar) |
| Size | 4/4 (full size) |
| Body | Profundo: regular-depth body with cutaway |
| Top | Solid European spruce |
| Back and sides | Walnut |
| Neck | Maple, dovetail neck joint, electric-style 48 mm nut, 2-way steel truss rod |
| Fingerboard | Curved (arched) acacia |
| Bridge | Traditional 6-hole acacia |
| Headstock | Walnut overlay |
| Nut and saddle | Bonoid |
| Cutaway | Yes |
| Electronics | Manuel Rodriguez by ARTEC SQ-3 preamp with 3-band EQ, phase reverse and tuner (mutes the output while tuning); Solid-Flex bridge pickup |
| Armrest | Factory-fitted GEWA armrest |
| Rosette | Wooden mosaic |
| Tuners | Nickel-plated without lyre, black buttons and shafts |
| Strings | Hannabach 815HTC Special, carbon trebles, high tension, made in Germany |
| Finish | Water-based open-pore silk matte |
| Made in | Europe |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E (standard) |
Measurements
| Scale length | 650 mm (25.59”) |
|---|---|
| Nut width | 48 mm (1.89”) |
What is included
- Manuel Rodriguez gig bag
- Leather strap
- Strap security locks
- 12-month Rock Like The Pros Premium membership: online guitar lessons for all levels, with video lessons, tabs, backing tracks and weekly live Zoom lessons
WARRANTY - Manuel Rodriguez Limited Warranty
Common questions
Is the Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod solid wood or laminate?
The Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod has a solid European spruce top with walnut back and sides. Manuel Rodriguez does not list the back and sides as solid.
Does the Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod have a pickup?
Yes. The Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod has a Manuel Rodriguez by ARTEC SQ-3 preamp with 3-band EQ, phase reverse and a built-in tuner, plus a Solid-Flex bridge pickup, so it plugs straight into an amp, PA or recording interface.
What is the difference between the Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod and the Samba Profundo without a truss rod?
The Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod adds a 2-way steel truss rod for neck adjustment, which helps when you use heavier strings or play in changing climates. The rest of the guitar is the same: a solid European spruce top, walnut back and sides and an ARTEC SQ-3 preamp.
Does the Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod come with a gig bag?
Yes. The Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod comes with a Manuel Rodriguez gig bag, a leather strap and strap security locks.
How do I claim the Rock Like The Pros membership?
After you order, we email you a link to claim your 12-month Rock Like The Pros membership. The membership covers every course from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons.
Who is the Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod for?
The Manuel Rodriguez Ecologia Samba Profundo Truss Rod suits steel-string and electric guitar players moving to nylon strings, and anyone who wants a classical guitar with a slimmer 48 mm neck. Its solid spruce top gives a bright and clear sound with more warmth and volume than an all-laminate guitar. The built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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