High-end Artcore models are sometimes compared closely to Gibsons, but when you compare Alvarez and Ibanez guitars in the same price range to one another, Alvarez guitars tend to sound better while Ibanez guitars tend to look better (even though Alvarez guitars are wonderful looking in general).
Beside this, are all Alvarez guitars made in China?
While many of its models are produced in China, the top-tier Alvarez-Yairi instruments are handmade at the Yairi factory in Kani, Gifu-Japan, part of the legacy of Kazuo Yairi, the late master luthier. Every Alvarez guitar undergoes a full set up and inspection in their guitar shop in St. Louis, Missouri.
Secondly, are Alvarez guitars expensive? These guitars are intended to be professional quality guitars at an affordable price. While Alvarez Masterworks guitars are currently manufactured in China, they are definitely considered high-end guitars and are comparable to what you would find from guitars manufactured in South Korea in terms of quality.
Likewise, are Alvarez Masterworks good?
Our Verdict. With inventive solid-wood builds, excellent electronics and a vintage feel, Alvarez’s new electro-acoustics are outrageously good value for money.
What artists play Alvarez guitars?
Past and present Alvarez players include Joe Bonamassa, Bono, Johnny Cash, Crosby Stills & Nash, Ani DiFranco, Jerry Garcia, Sir Paul McCartney, Monte Montgomery, Carlos Santana, Josh Turner, Bob Weir, Thom Yorke, and many more. It gives us great pride to see such wonderful artists perform with Alvarez instruments.
What is Alvarez Artist Series?
The Artist Series is Alvarez’s flagship line. … This makes Alvarez guitars great alternatives to many leading Taylor, Martin and Gibson models.
What strings do Alvarez use?
This guitar ships with D’Addario EXP16 strings, a light gauge set .
Where are Alvarez guitars built?
Alvarez was established in 1965 by St. Louis Music. In the late 60’s the company began working with Master Luthier, Kazuo Yairi. This collaboration turned out to be a remarkable success and our Alvarez-Yairi guitars are still handmade in the Yairi factory today, in the small town of Kani, Japan.
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Where are Yamaha guitars made?
Hangzhou Yamaha Musical Instruments Company Ltd. has a state-of-the-art facility in China where 1,500 employees, trained by a Japanese master craftsman, produce 500,000 Yamaha acoustic guitars each year.