Electro-Acoustic Guitars

Electro Acoustic Guitars offer you the best of both worlds - the tone of an acoustic with the volume and capabilities of an electric. They are ideal for live performances as you can plug straight into an amp or PA system.

Electro acoustics use undersaddle pickups and preamp systems to amplify the acoustic's voice. These systems usually feature a 3-band EQ, gain control and sometimes a tuner. We have got you covered! A 3-year warranty is included as standard on all new products.

About Electro-Acoustic Guitars

Electro-acoustic guitars are ideal for live shows, as they feature electronics and a preamp, allowing you to connect to a PA or amp. They can also be played acoustically, making them versatile instruments for any situation. Models like the Gretsch G5021WPE Rancher Penguin Parlor and the Gretsch G5022CWFE Rancher Falcon Jumbo bring both style and powerful sound to the stage.

Electro-acoustic guitars come in various types, from classical to steel-string, and many have a cutaway design for easier access to higher frets. Body shapes range from large dreadnoughts, which produce full and powerful sounds, to smaller parlour guitars that offer a brighter tone.

The preamps of these guitars often include useful features like built-in tuners and tone controls, allowing you to shape your sound on the fly. Powered by a 9V battery and typically connected to an undersaddle pickup or internal microphone, these electronics help to preserve the natural tone of the guitar while amplifying it through an acoustic amp.

Electro-acoustic guitar FAQs

What is an electro-acoustic guitar?

An electro-acoustic guitar is an acoustic guitar with a preamp, jack, and piezo pickup or microphone fitted. This allows it to be amplified through a PA or acoustic guitar amp, which makes it well suited to live performances, where more volume is needed.

Do I need an amp with an electro-acoustic guitar?

You do not need an amp to use an electro-acoustic guitar. They can be played acoustically, and their natural tone is identical to a regular acoustic. You will need an amp if you want to use their built-in electronics, though. These also allow you to tweak your tone further using the amp and preamp.

Is an electro-acoustic guitar loud?

Electro-acoustic guitars are only as loud as you want them to be. When you're using one plugged in, you can turn it up as loud as you like - and that can generate some serious volume! The size and power of your acoustic amp can also have a big impact. Unplugged, they're only as loud as an acoustic.