Applegate Guitars

SJ

The SJ is perfectly suited for finger style and solo guitarists, but still offers enough versatility for flat-pickers to enjoy. This instrument affords the player exceptional balance of tone across the scale and crystal clear note articulation. Its slightly smaller size makes it comfortable to hold and play, yet it maintains a commanding voice and powerful projection. The low profile, 5-piece neck allows for remarkable responsiveness and sustain. These characteristics have made the SJ Applegate’s most popular guitar model.

Body length 19.6
Scale length 25.34375
Upper Bout 11.1875
Lower Bout 15.25
Waist 9.3125
Nut width 1.75
Depth at Head Block 3.875
Depth at tail Block 4.625
String spacing 2.25

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FS

The FS is small bodied instrument designed primarily for the fingerstyle guitarist. Intended as a 12 fret to body construction, this guitar is voiced with the highest regard to articulation and tonal balance. As a 12 fret to body guitar, the bridge is optimally located in the center of the lower bout to take full advantage of the soundboards potential. Subsequently, despite its smaller size, the FS has a powerful voice yet retains exceptional note separation, clarity, and tonal production. For those needing access to the upper frets, the FS is available with a Florentine cutaway or as a 14 fret to body construction.

Body Length 19.58
Scale Length 25.34375
Upper Bout 14.5
Lower Bout 10.637
Waist 8.85
Depth at Headblock 4.25
Depth at Tailblock 3.75

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Classical

The Classical draws inspiration from the style and shape of the timeless Santos Hernandez model and from the bracing structure of Hauser’s legendary 1937 Segovia guitar. Rooted in tradition, but with the benefit of some strategic technical advancements, this is an exciting addition to the Applegate line. Its 660mm scale provides a bright, clear and eloquent sound. The Classical is also offered in a Flamenco model, which is braced lighter for increased volume and a quick attack.

Body length 486mm
Scale length 660mm
Upper Bout 275mm
Lower Bout 365mm
Waist 235mm
Nut width 50mm
Depth at Head Block 90mm
Depth at tail Block 100mm
String spacing 58mm

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Jumbo

The Jumbo is well-matched for those players who love flat-picking, but want the flexibility to showcase their finger style technique as well. The larger body size imparts a big, impressive sound, while the scalloped X bracing maintains beautiful tonal balance with surprising clarity and articulation. This guitar is powerful and expansive with outstanding range and playability.

Body length 20.625
Scale length 25.34375
Upper Bout 11.75
Lower Bout 16.625
Waist 9.75
Nut width 1.75
Depth at Head Block 4.0
Depth at tail Block 4.75
String spacing 2.25

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Jumbo Baritone

The Jumbo Baritone offers the same great features as the Jumbo, but this instrument’s longer scale provides for expanded tuning options, providing superior versatility and a deeper, richer tone.

Body length 20.625
Scale length 28.0
Upper Bout 11.75
Lower Bout 16.625
Waist 9.75
Nut width 1.75
Depth at Head Block 4.0
Depth at tail Block 4.75
String spacing 2.25

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