Description
Mérida EMPRESS Prominence Series Orchestra Acoustic-Electric Guitar + 12-Month Lessons is an acoustic-electric guitar with a solid cedar top and solid rosewood back and sides, a high gloss finish and built-in electronics (Mérida MR5 Pickup), tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Specifications
| SKU | EMPRESS |
|---|---|
| Body shape | Orchestra Guitar |
| Top | Solid Cedar |
| Back & Sides | Solid Rosewood |
| Finish | High Gloss |
| Neck | Flamed Okoume |
| Fretboard | Rosewood |
| Nut & Saddle | Camel Bone |
| Electronics | Mérida MR5 Pickup |
| Tuners | Chrome-Plated Die-Cast with Design Knobs |
| Strings | D'Addario XT 012-053 |
| Gig bag included | Mérida GB-25 |
| Tuning | E-A-D-G-B-E |
Measurements
| Scale Length | 25.59” |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.69” |
What is included
- Mérida EMPRESS
- Mérida GB-25 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
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 EMPRESS solid wood or laminate?
The Mérida EMPRESS has a solid cedar top and solid rosewood back and sides.
Does the Mérida EMPRESS have a pickup?
Yes. The Mérida EMPRESS has built-in electronics (Mérida MR5 Pickup).
How is the Mérida EMPRESS tuned?
The Mérida EMPRESS is tuned E-A-D-G-B-E.
Does the Mérida EMPRESS come with a case or gig bag?
Yes. The Mérida EMPRESS comes with a Mérida GB-25 Gig Bag.
Who is the Mérida EMPRESS for?
The Mérida EMPRESS suits guitar players who want a comfortable, good-sounding instrument for practice and playing out. Its solid cedar top and solid rosewood back and sides give a warm and rich sound that grows richer with playing. The built-in pickup lets you plug into an amp or PA for gigs, open mics and recording.
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