The CSF, compact folk guitar, features a solid Sitka spruce top with newly-designed, scalloped bracing and mahogany back and sides. Piezo pickup ensures solid plugged-in performance. Solid Sitka spruce top Mahogany back and sides New scalloped bracing for louder, richer acoustic sound 23 5/8 " (600 mm) scale length Passive pickup mounted Functional and durable hard bag included Elixir strings Compact Body, Full-Size Sound Compact guitars have a reputation for sounding "weak," but the CSF series features an all-new design that ends this preconception. With a rich, vibrant sound that transcends its size, the CSF series feels great to play and lacks nothing in comparison to many of its larger counterparts. Their compact form makes them easy to carry and allows them to be stored without taking up much space. Try taking a CSF series guitar with you the next time you head out, and see just how enjoyable playing in a natural setting can be. The Secret to Great Resonance The CSF series utilizes newly-designed scalloped bracing that delivers rich, full-bodied resonance comparable to that of a full-size guitar. Additionally, the use of a forward-shifted construction maintains the strength of the body while maximizing the resonance of the guitar top.Two Different Configurations Each CSF series guitar boasts a top made from a single sheet of Sitka spruce and a mahogany side/back. The CSF3M features a top and side/back each made from a single sheet of wood for even better resonance.Pickups for Great Live Performance CSF series guitars are equipped with passive pickups, which allow you to plug in to an amplifier or PA system for high-quality acoustic sound when playing live.