Cort LUXEII Luxe Series Frank Gambale Concert Body Mahogany Nek 6-String Acoustic-Electric Guitar w/Hard Case

Our Frank Gambale Signature model, the Luxe, receives an update on the electronics and now features Fishman® Flex Blend. We carefully tested various pickup and preamp options with Frank and finally decided on Fishman® Flex Blend, which Frank described as “powerful and rich with crystal clear tones!” The beautiful design and specs of LUXE remain the same that was built meticulously based on ideas that emerged from Frank’s incredible career as one of the best guitarists in the world, which truly makes this guitar unique! 

Specifications: 

• CONSTRUCTION:               Dovetail Neck Joint.
• CUTAWAY:                           Florentine.
• BODY:                                   Concert.
• NUT WIDTH:                         1 11/16" (43㎜).
• TOP:                                       Solid Adirondack Spruce.
• BACK & SIDES:                     Australian Flamed Blackwood.
• NECK:                                   Mahogany.
• BINDING:                               Tortoise.
• FRETBOARD:                       Ebony.
• FRETS:                                 20.
• SCALE:                                 25.3" (643㎜).
• INLAY:                                   Frank Gambale Custom.
• TUNERS:                               Gold Die-Cast.
• ROSETTE:                             Frank Gambale Custom.
• BRIDGE:                               Ebony.
• PICKUPS:                             Fishman® Sonicore.
• ELECTRONICS:                   Fishman® Flex Blend.
• STRINGS: D'Addario® Custom Gauge. 1st ~ 6th: [010, 014, 018(unwound), 030, 039, 047].
• BRACING:                             Hand Scalloped X-Bracing.
• SPECIAL:                               Graph Tech® Black TUSQ Nut & Saddle.
• ADDITIONAL:                       Sonically Enhanced UV Finish. 

Features 

Concert Body Shape 

Small body with lower bout width of 372㎜(14 21/32") and upper bout width of 280㎜(11"), 100㎜ x 105㎜ body depth gives ideal resonation of each and every note played. 

Solid Adirondack Spruce Top 

Stronger and denser than Sitka spruce, the Adirondack spruce is characterized by broad dynamics as well as articulation and smoothness at high volume. The elastic tactile response suits both aggressive strumming and precise Flatpicking. Adirondack spruce bracing further sets apart the unique sound and response of this exceptional wood. Famously used on the sought-after vintage Martin dreadnaughts of the 1930s, the difficult-to-source Adirondack spruce is the crowning feature of this model at a most reasonable price. 

Flamed Blackwood Back & Sides 

Blackwood is like a combination of the low mids of mahogany, the brightness of maple, and the rich overtones of rosewood. This versatility makes blackwood stand out for both finger styles playing or strumming as well as being a perfect match for the spruce top.  

Fishman® Flex Blend System 

With a sophisticated modern design and innovative technical engineering, the Fishman® Flex Blend System offers a wide range of sonic control along with a built-in tuner. Volume, Tone, Phase, Blend, and Tuner functions are all available from three knobs and the tuner display. You can also adjust the Tone knob to best suit fingerpicking or strumming techniques without feedback issues and other sonic anomalies while delivering the most natural acoustic sound to your amplification system. 

Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge 

A very strong and dense wood, ebony provides a tight and coherent low-end with enhanced mids. The jet-black imparts class and a luxurious look. 

Art Deco Style Design 

Thanks to Frank Gambale's dedication to designing the guitar, the instrument was designed based on modern Art Deco influence. 

Graph Tech® Black TUSQ Nut & Saddle 

Preferred by many guitar makers and players for rich tone and sustain, the TUSQ is an advanced polymer that's formed under high heat and pressure for uniform density. It's designed to transfer string energy more efficiently, and to make guitars come alive with enhanced harmonics, volume, and sustain. 

Accessories Included 

• Hardshell Case.