Applause Standard Series 12-string guitars are in a class by themselves. These innovative, high performance instruments offer classic 12-string sound while remaining highly affordable. This Applause 12-string boasts a traditional clear lacquer finish and includes Ovation inspired appointments such as a layered spruce top, scalloped X bracing and a classic center soundhole for added volume. The headstock design creates a sleek aesthetic, while the fast playing neck, Ovangkol fretboard and bridge along with the composite Lyrachord® (R) mid-depth body allow for effortless playing. The CE304T preamp with onboard tuner is paired with the Ovation Slimline pickup to give players top-grade electronics that offer incredible clarity, definition and tonal balance. Get 12 strings for less than many brands charge for 6!Soundboard: Layered SpruceBracing: Ovation X BracingBody: Lyrachord®Design: Mid DepthFinish: NaturalBinding: ABS Ivory ColorNeck: MahoganyFretboard: OvangkolInlays: ABS WhiteFrets: 20Scale: 25.3"/643mmFretboard Radius: 10" /254mmNut: 1 7/8 / 48mmBridge: OvangkolTuning Machines: Ovation Die-cast ChromeStrings: D'Addario EXP38Preamp: CE304TPickup: CT-600ACase: Available, Not Included