The guitar was invented when wood was the best material around to project the pure tone of a vibrating string. But wood is weak, while carbon fiber is strong and thus requires less bracing. The SMT combines the technological magic of a unidirectional carbon fiber top and Lyrachord roundback body with the fine craftsmanship of a 3-piece mahogany neck and ebony fretboard. The pinless Adamas bridge features individual piezo elements for each string that are sensitive to vibration rather than pressure. The electronics are as quiet as modern recording consoles, with an onboard graphic EQ, steep notch filter, and chromatic tuner. Includes hardshell case ($160 value).

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