The SJ
The SJ is perfectly suited for finger style and solo guitarists, but still offers enough versatility for flat-pickers to enjoy. This instrument affords the player exceptional balance of tone across the scale and crystal clear note articulation. Its slightly smaller size makes it comfortable to hold and play, yet it maintains a commanding voice and powerful projection. The low profile, 5-piece neck allows for remarkable playability and sustain. These characteristics have made the SJ Applegate’s most popular guitar model.
Body length 19.6
Upper Bout 11.1875
Lower Bout 15.25
Waist 9.3125
Nut width 1.75
Depth at Head Block 3.875
Depth at tail Block 4.625
The FS
The FS is a small-bodied instrument designed primarily for the fingerstyle guitarist. Intended as a 12 fret-to-body construction, this guitar is focused on articluation and tonal balance. It produces exceptional note separation and clarity. As a 12 fret-to body guitar, the bridge is optimally located in the center of the lower bout to maximize the sounboard's potential. As result, despite its smaller size, the FS is remarkably powerful.For those needing access to upper frets, the FS is is available with a cutaway of as a 14 fret-to-body construction.
Body Length 19.6
Upper Bout 10.637
Lower Bout 14.5
Waist 8.85
The Dreadnought
The Dreadnought pays tribute to the legendary guitars made prior to WWII. With forward-shifted scalloped-bracing, the Dread delivers the powerful voice long associated with this iconic body style. This instrument is ideally suited to fla-tpickers, whether performing in ensembles or solo.
Body Length 20
Upper Bout 11.4
Lower Bout 15.6
Waist 10.625
The Jumbo
The Jumbo is well-matched for those players who love flat-picking, but want the flexibility to showcase their finger style technique as well. The larger body size imparts a big, impressive sound, while the scalloped X bracing maintains beautiful tonal balance, clarity and articulation. This guitar is powerful and expansive with outstanding range and playability. The Jumbo Baritone offers the same great features as the Jumbo, but this instrument’s longer scale provides for expanded tuning options, providing great versatility and a deeper, richer tone.
Body length 20.625
Upper Bout 11.75
Lower Bout 16.625
Waist 9.75
The Classical
TheThe Classical draws inspiration from the style and shape of the timeless Santos Hernandez model and from the bracing structure of Hauser’s legendary 1937 Segovia guitar. Rooted in tradition, but with the benefit of some strategic technical advancements, this is an exciting addition to the Applegate line. Its 660mm scale provides a bright, clear and eloquent sound. The Classical is also offered in a Flamenco model, which is braced lighter for increased volume and a quick attack.
Body length 486mm
Upper Bout 275mm
Lower Bout 365mm
Waist 235mm