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Tanglewood Roadster X TRX8E Electro Acoustic Guitar

£299.00
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Delivery and Shipping

All instruments are passed through our workshop prior to shipping.

This includes a 25 point Q.C. check and setup to your spesifcation.

This means it can take anything up to 2 weeks to recieve your instrument from date of purchase.

All shipping is done via Royal Mail & Parcelforce. Tracking is provided once shipped.

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We're a fully carbon neutral business!

We've planted over 11,000 saplings locally on Dartmoor! No overseas planting, just right on our doorstep.

We've planted a variety of native hardwoods.

Not only this but we also support Moor Trees and their ambition to rewild Dartmoor.

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Finance Solutions

We can offer multiple options with very high acceptance rates with either of our partners; Klarna or Snap Finance.

Klarna

  • Pay in 30 days
  • Split into 3 monthly installments

Snap Finance

  • 11 Month interest free
  • Up to 48 month intrest bearing

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Description

The Roadster X series TRX8E guitar is a beautifully crafted instrument that combines elegance, exceptional tone, and versatility. With its Parlour body shape, the TRX8E is designed to provide a more compact yet resonant sound, making it ideal for musicians who prefer a smaller body without sacrificing tonal richness. The parlour shape offers a comfortable playing experience, perfect for both beginners and experienced players who want a portable yet powerful instrument.

The guitar features a high-quality Spruce top, renowned for its bright, clear, and well-balanced sound. Spruce is an ideal choice for the top, as it enhances the guitar’s projection, allowing the notes to ring out with crispness and clarity. Paired with Ovangkol back and sides, the TRX8E’s sound is further enriched with warmth and depth. Ovangkol is a dense and durable wood that contributes a unique, mellow tonal quality, which complements the brightness of the Spruce top. This combination of woods ensures the guitar produces a balanced sound that is both expressive and full-bodied.

The TRX8E is equipped with the Tanglewood TEQ MX EQ system, allowing for easy amplification and tonal control. Whether performing on stage or recording, the built-in EQ system gives musicians the ability to adjust their sound to match their playing environment. This added versatility ensures that the TRX8E sounds incredible whether you’re plugged into an amplifier or playing acoustically.

The natural gloss finish adds to the overall aesthetic appeal of the guitar, highlighting the beautiful wood grain while offering a layer of protection. With its exceptional craftsmanship, rich tonal quality, and sleek design, the Roadster X series TRX8E guitar is perfect for musicians who value both style and performance in their instrument.

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Specs

Body:

  • Range: Roadster X
  • Body Shape: Parlour
  • Top: Spruce
  • Back: Ovangkol
  • Sides: Ovangkol
  • Binding: ABS & Maple
  • Rosette: Genuine Abalone / ABS
  • Finish: Natural Gloss

Neck:

  • Neck Material: Mahogany
  • Neck Joint: Dovetail
  • Neck Joined at: 12th Fret
  • Fingerboard: Eboncore
  • Nut Material: PPS White
  • Nut Width: 43mm
  • Width at 14th Fret: 54mm
  • Scale Length: 630mm
  • Neck Thickness (1st Fret): 21mm
  • Neck Thickness (10th Fret): 23mm
  • Fret Markers: ABS White Dots

Hardware:

  • Bridge: Eboncore
  • Bridge Pins: ABS Black with White Dots
  • Machine Heads: Chrome with Black Buttons
  • Saddle: PPS White
  • End Pin: Chrome
  • Strap Pin: Chrome

Electronics:

  • Preamp: Tanglewood TEQ MX

Strings:

  • Type: Phosphor Bronze
  • Gauge: 12-53

Dimensions:

  • Upper Bout Width: 257mm
  • Lower Bout Width: 366mm
  • Waist Width: 218mm
  • Body Depth (Top): 88mm
  • Body Depth (Bottom): 98mm
  • Body Length: 492mm
  • Overall Length: 968mm

Other:

  • Model: TRX8E
  • UPC: 819907025258

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