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Finished in a beautiful Goldburst, the FV680CE is a sophisticated choice for musicians seeking a unique and expressive jazz guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a premium AAA tight-grained spruce top paired with beautifully figured flamed mahogany back and sides, the FV680CE delivers a warm, articulate acoustic voice with excellent projection and dynamic sensitivity. Its distinctive 15-inch Thorell\/Vignola body design offers a comfortable playing experience while maintaining the resonance and tonal depth associated with traditional jazz instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mahogany neck features Eastman's comfortable Traditional Even C profile, paired with a smooth ebony fingerboard and 22 Jescar frets. A slightly longer 25 1\/4-inch scale length provides excellent string definition and articulation, making the FV680CE particularly well suited to intricate chord melodies, fluid single-note improvisation, and the rhythmic precision of Gypsy jazz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with a premium Lollar Johnny Smith floating neck pickup, the FV680CE captures the instrument's natural acoustic warmth while preserving the responsiveness of its spruce top. The pickup delivers beautifully rounded lows, rich midrange, and clear, articulate highs, making it ideal for everything from traditional jazz accompaniment to expressive lead playing. Discreet thumbwheel controls provide convenient volume and tone adjustment without interrupting the guitar's elegant appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinctive appointments include an adjustable ebony bridge, Thorell-style tailpiece, ebony pickguard, elegant four-ply ivoroid binding, and premium gold Gotoh tuners. 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