Alvarez LD70e Sitka/Rosewood Dreadnought Guitar w/LR Baggs Electronics #1868
The Alvarez LD70e feels like it was built around one of the most trusted acoustic formulas for a reason. A solid AAA Sitka spruce top paired with solid East Indian rosewood back and sides gives this dreadnought a big, confident voice that works across almost any style of playing. The natural gloss finish, ebony appointments, and tasteful abalone details give it a polished look, but it never feels like it is trying too hard to impress.
There is plenty of power on tap here, but what stands out is how balanced it remains. The Sitka top provides a clear, responsive attack, while the rosewood body adds depth, sustain, and a rich low end that fills the room without becoming muddy. Alvarez's FS6 bracing helps keep the guitar lively and responsive, giving it enough headroom for aggressive strumming while still retaining the sensitivity needed for lighter fingerstyle work.
The neck has a comfortable, modern feel thanks to the African mahogany construction, 25 1/2 inch scale length, and 1 3/4 inch nut width. Ebony on the fingerboard and bridge adds a crisp, articulate response, while the bone nut and saddle help maximize clarity and sustain. With the LR Baggs HiFi pickup onboard, the LD70e transitions naturally from living room to stage, delivering a plugged-in sound that complements its strong acoustic character. This is a versatile dreadnought that offers the depth and richness players expect from a premium rosewood guitar without sacrificing comfort or playability.
SPECS
Top Wood: AAA Solid North American Sitka
Back And Sides Wood: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Top Color: Natural Gloss
Back And Sides Color: Natural Gloss
Headstock Facia: Ebony
Bridge Pins: Ebony
Body Shape: Dreadnought
Neck Material: African Mahogany
Case: AFC30
Bracing: FS6
Bridge: Ebony
Inlays: Premium Abalone
Fingerboard: Ebony
Nut And Saddle: Bone
Tuners: Premium Open Gear
Strings: D’Addario XSAPB1253
Neck Meets Body: 14th Fret
Pickup: LR Baggs HiFi
Overall Length: 1042 mm
Body Width: 395 mm
Body Depth At Heel: 100 mm
Body Depth At Base: 122 mm
Scale Length: 648 mm (25 1/2")
Number Of Frets: 21
Nut Width: 44.45 mm (1 3/4")
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