Description
Mérida E1CS-EQ Imperial Series Grand Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a torrefied solid spruce top and rosewood back and sides, a high gloss finish and built-in electronics (Fishman ISY-201 pickup system), tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Specifications
| SKU | E1CS-EQ |
|---|---|
| Body shape | Grand Concert Cutaway |
| Strings | 6, steel (premium D’Addario EXP16) |
| Top | Torrefied Solid Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Rosewood |
| Neck | Mahogany, Slim C shape |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Bridge | Rosewood |
| Finish | High Gloss |
| Bracing | Forward-Shifted X |
| Nut & Saddle | genuine bone nut and saddle |
| Tuners | Chrome, Mérida design |
| Electronics | Fishman ISY-201 pickup system |
| Gig bag included | Mérida GB-15 (black) |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
Measurements
| Nut width | 43 mm (1.69 in) |
|---|---|
| Scale length | 650 mm (25.59 in) |
What is included
- Mérida E1CS-EQ Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Mérida GB-15 Gig Bag
- 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 - Mérida 2-Year Limited Warranty (electronics covered for 1 year)
Common questions
What is the difference between the Mérida E1CS-EQ and the R1CS-EQ?
Both have rosewood back and sides, a mahogany slim C neck, a high gloss finish, and the Fishman ISY-201 pickup system. The E1CS-EQ is a Grand Concert cutaway with a torrefied solid spruce top and a rosewood fingerboard, and the R1CS-EQ is a Grand Auditorium cutaway with a solid spruce top and an artificial ebony fingerboard.
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 Premium membership. The membership includes courses from beginner through advanced, plus the weekly live Zoom lessons. A card is needed to sign up, but nothing is charged today. After 12 months the membership renews at $188 a year unless you cancel.
Is the Mérida E1CS-EQ solid wood or laminate?
The Mérida E1CS-EQ has a torrefied solid spruce top and rosewood back and sides.
Does the Mérida E1CS-EQ have a pickup?
Yes. The Mérida E1CS-EQ has built-in electronics (Fishman ISY-201 pickup system).
How is the Mérida E1CS-EQ tuned?
The Mérida E1CS-EQ is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Who is the Mérida E1CS-EQ for?
The Mérida E1CS-EQ suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. The built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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