{"product_id":"alvarez-lp70e-herringbone-sunset-laureate-parlor-acoustic-electric-guitar-afc30-case","title":"Alvarez LP70e Herringbone Sunset Laureate Parlor Acoustic-Electric Guitar with AFC30 FlexiCase","description":"\u003ch1 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlvarez LP70e Herringbone Sunset – Laureate Parlor Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with AFC30 FlexiCase)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlvarez LP70e Herringbone Sunset\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a beautifully crafted, all-solid parlor acoustic-electric guitar that combines vintage-inspired design, premium tonewoods, and exceptional attention to detail. Part of Alvarez's flagship Laureate Series, this instrument reflects a bench-made approach to guitar construction, with carefully selected materials and refined appointments that deliver outstanding tonal character, responsiveness, and playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAAA solid North American Sitka spruce top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e paired with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esolid East Indian rosewood back and sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the LP70e delivers a rich, balanced acoustic voice with articulate highs, warm lows, and impressive harmonic complexity. Its compact parlor body and traditional 12-fret neck joint provide a comfortable playing experience, making it an excellent choice for fingerstyle guitarists, light strumming, and intimate acoustic performances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe elegant \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSunset Gloss finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, traditional herringbone detailing, ivoroid binding, and premium abalone inlays give this instrument a timeless aesthetic reminiscent of the finest vintage acoustics. Equipped with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLR Baggs HiFi pickup system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the LP70e transitions effortlessly from pure acoustic performance to natural, detailed amplified sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Laureate Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Selected Solid Tonewoods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Laureate Series represents Alvarez's dedication to exceptional craftsmanship. Each component is carefully selected for structural integrity, tonal performance, and visual beauty. The premium quartersawn Sitka spruce top is carefully thickness-sanded to enhance responsiveness and dynamic range, allowing the guitar to respond naturally to even the lightest touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Finished FS6 Bracing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlvarez's forward-shifted FS6 bracing is crafted from carefully selected quartersawn Sitka spruce and individually hand-finished to optimize top vibration. This refined construction enhances resonance, projection, and tonal complexity while maintaining excellent note separation and balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolid East Indian Rosewood Back \u0026amp; Sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully bookmatched solid East Indian rosewood provides depth, warmth, and harmonic richness. Its naturally resonant character complements the clarity of the Sitka spruce top, producing a full, expressive sound that exceeds expectations for a compact parlor guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional Ebony Appointments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium ebony is used for the fingerboard, bridge, and headstock plate, providing durability, elegant appearance, and excellent tonal articulation. The traditional single-level ebony bridge reflects the vintage-inspired design philosophy of the Laureate Series, while premium abalone inlays add a sophisticated finishing touch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHerringbone Detailing \u0026amp; Sunset Gloss Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by classic acoustic guitars, the LP70e features traditional herringbone detailing complemented by elegant ivoroid binding. The warm Sunset Gloss finish highlights the natural beauty of the Sitka spruce top, while the Natural Gloss back and sides showcase the rich grain of the East Indian rosewood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlvarez's refined finishing process uses an exceptionally thin gloss coating designed to preserve the instrument's natural resonance and responsiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectronics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLR Baggs HiFi Pickup System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe LP70e Herringbone Sunset comes equipped with the premium LR Baggs HiFi pickup system, designed to reproduce the guitar's natural acoustic character with exceptional clarity and dynamic response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUsing discreet bridge-plate sensors, the system captures the instrument's resonance and tonal detail while maintaining a clean, traditional appearance. 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