Spruce remains the most popular wood for acoustic guitar tops, mainly due to its pristine tonal clarity. The light weight Paulownia back and sides offer well-balanced tone with superior note definition and added brightness. The Okoume neck provides greater playing comfort. The Purpleheart fretboard emphasizes the beauty and the rich tonal character of this instrument. The Purpleheart double hole bridge makes string changes super easy as there is no need to bend the strings or tie a knot at the end. This also helps maintain the correct string tension, which enhances tuning stability. The dual sound holes on the waist provide a unique surround sound effect, helping players more effectively monitor their sound. Elevated Comfort Armrest can prevent your arm from touching the body top to provide richer sound and natural sustain while providing extreme playing comfort. The AEQ-2U preamp provides the extra punch of on-board EQ and a convenient, easy-to-read digital tuner.