ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI – – Alvarez is thrilled to introduce new editions to their bluegrass line of masterworks series, the acoustic MD70BG and acoustic-electric MD70EBG. In 2018 Alvarez launched the MD60BG – their take on a Bluegrass styled Dreadnought with modern dynamics for Flatpickers and players looking for optimal full tone. The MD60BG has become one of Alvarez’s best-selling guitars – This Rosewood version takes power and clarity to a new level.
“We have been very inspired by the success of our genre-specific bluegrass series,” Says Chris Meikle, Senior VP at St. Louis Music and head of Alvarez development. “With the MD70BG, we are delivering a guitar perfect for flatpicking. We spent time designing the bracing system to enhance our bass and mids, making the guitar very responsive to play with a plectrum. We believe flatpickers and fans of the genre are going to pick up this guitar and love it immediately.”
The MD70BG’s response is instant, and its notes are clear and robust. The rosewood helps deliver sonorous bass frequencies which is complemented by shimmering trebles. When strumming, the FS6 bracing system and AAA Sitka top help deliver clarity and separation, and balance is clearly audible across all six strings.
These beautifully dressed guitars pay tribute to traditional Bluegrass instruments with open gear nickel tuners, classic inlays, premium tortoiseshell style pickguard and a flawless gloss finish.
Part of the all-solid wood Masterworks Series, the MD70BG and the electronics model MD70BG feature AA Grade Solid Sitka Spruce Tops, with Solid African Mahogany Backs & Sides. The bracing system is a Back Shifted Scalloped X Brace, perfect for flatpicking. MD70BG is finished in a natural gloss and the MD70EBG features LR Baggs electronics.
The Alvarez Masterworks Bluegrass Models
MD70BG – MSRP: $1349 MD70EBG – MSRP: $1499
For more information or to become a dealer call your St. Louis Music representative at 314-727-4512 or email [email protected].
{Pictured: Masterworks MD70BG}
St. Louis Music/U.S. Band & Orchestra is one of the largest general distributors of musical instruments and accessories in North America. SLM is the owner of Alvarez, Austin and Sigma Guitars, Knilling String Instruments, E.K. Blessing, Zonda Brasswinds and Reeds and Hamilton stands. The company is also the exclusive USA distributor of Dixon Drums and Hardware, P. Mauriat Brass and Woodwinds, and Antigua Wind Instruments. SLM distributes over 250 brands of accessories to music stores across the USA.
