Seagull S6 Original
Overview
The Seagull S6 Original is a Canadian-made acoustic guitar that has earned a cult following for delivering solid-wood quality and handcrafted construction at a price point that undercuts most of the competition. It features a pressure-tested solid cedar top with wild cherry back and sides, a silver leaf maple neck, and a rosewood fingerboard with 21 frets. The cedar top produces a warm, rich, and immediately responsive tone that does not require a long break-in period " it sounds mature and full right from the start. Wild cherry provides a balanced tonal platform, slightly brighter than mahogany with clear midrange articulation. The slightly wider nut width compared to many steel-string guitars gives fingerpickers more room between strings. Build quality is impressive, with all instruments handcrafted in the Godin factory in Quebec using sustainable tonewoods and a semi-gloss custom finish. The tapered headstock design provides a straighter string pull over the nut for improved tuning stability. This guitar is an outstanding choice for players who want genuine craftsmanship and solid-wood tone on a modest budget. The cedar top, while warm and responsive, is softer than spruce and more susceptible to denting and wear from aggressive strumming.
Acoustic Guitars
Canadian-made acoustic with solid cedar top and wild cherry body, delivering warm, immediately responsive tone with handcrafted quality at a budget-friendly price.
Instrument Details
$499
Intermediate
Brand
Seagull
Type
Dreadnought Acoustic
Made In
Canada
Year
1982
