Manuel Rodriguez ACADEMIA Exótica Santos E-Acoustic Spruce Highgloss

Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS-EA Solid Spruce / Santos Rosewood E-Acoustic Classical Guitar – High Gloss Finish

The Manuel Rodríguez 4/4 ACADEMIA EX-SS-EA Exótica Santos Pavo Real Gloss is a premium electro-acoustic classical guitar that combines traditional Spanish craftsmanship with modern amplification. It features a solid European spruce top and laminated Santos rosewood back and sides, offering bright, articulate tone with rich sustain and exceptional clarity. With a built-in MR by ARTEC SQ-3 preamp and Solid-Flex undersaddle pickup, the EX-SS-EA delivers consistent tone on stage and in studio settings.

Handmade in Europe and built with a genuine Spanish heel, the guitar promotes superior structural stability and tonal transfer. It includes a mahogany neck reinforced with ebony, Ovangkol fingerboard and bridge, and a factory-fitted GEWA armrest for enhanced playing comfort. Finished in a high-gloss, water-based polyurethane coating, the EX-SS-EA offers aesthetics and durability for the modern classical performer.

Key Features

• Solid Spruce Top: European spruce delivers crisp, clear projection with dynamic response.
• Laminated Santos Rosewood Back & Sides: Provides tonal warmth and exotic visual appeal.
• MR by ARTEC SQ-3 Preamp: Includes 3-band EQ and tuner for versatile sound shaping and reliable live performance.
• Solid-Flex Pickup: Undersaddle design for natural and accurate sound reproduction.
• Mahogany Neck with Ebony Reinforcement: Adds strength, sustain, and tonal balance.
• Ovangkol Fingerboard & Bridge: Durable and responsive tonewood for smooth playability.
• Factory-Fitted GEWA Armrest: Increases comfort and allows the top to vibrate freely for better tone.
• Spanish Heel Construction: Traditional neck joint ensures lasting resonance and strength.
• Eco-Friendly Gloss Finish: High-gloss, water-based polyurethane for durable, low-impact beauty.

Specifications

Why Choose the ACADEMIA EX-SS-EA?

• Stage-Ready Performance: Built-in pickup and EQ system deliver rich, reliable sound on stage or in the studio.
• Tradition with Innovation: Combines Spanish guitar-making heritage with modern amplification.
• Comfort and Playability: GEWA armrest, balanced neck profile, and quality craftsmanship make it a joy to play.
• Environmentally Conscious Design: Sustainable finish and premium materials align with modern values.

Classical Elegance Meets Live Flexibility

The Manuel Rodríguez ACADEMIA EX-SS-EA bridges tradition and innovation, offering expressive tone and amplified versatility. Ideal for performers, teachers, and advancing students, it delivers powerful sound and effortless comfort—on stage or off.