Applause Jump Dark Matter
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Applause
Jump Dark Matter
Product Info
Article Number:
622695
Brand:
Applause
Model:
Jump Dark Matter
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$361.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Applause Jump Dark Matter is a seriously interesting acoustic. The combination of European spruce and ovangkol gives it a mature sound, and that built-in preamp is surprisingly handy for smaller performances. It's a great option for players wanting a unique aesthetic and amplified acoustic versatility without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Applause Jump Dark Matter
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Type: OM with cutaway
- Top: Solid European spruce
- Back and sides: Ovangkol
- Neck: European maple
- Fingerboard: Ovangkol
- Maple binding
- Scale: 648 mm
- Nut width: 45 mm
- Bonoid nut
- Pickup: Applause AP-3TP preamp with built-in speaker
- Ovangkol bridge with Bonoid saddle
- Black machine heads
- Pinless bridge design
- Factory strings: Adamas 1818NU (.012 – .053)
- Finish: Open pore
- Colour: Matte black (top) and natural matte (back and sides)
PROS
- • Solid European spruce top delivers a surprisingly rich, complex tone.
- • Ovangkol back and sides add warmth and sustain, nicely balanced.
- • The AP-3TP preamp with built-in speaker is genuinely usable for small gigs.
- • Pinless bridge design contributes to a cleaner, more resonant tone.
CONS
- • The matte black finish, while aesthetically striking, can show fingerprints easily.
- • Ovangkol can be a bit brittle; handle with care, especially when bending strings.
- • The Adamas strings are decent but a worthwhile upgrade would immediately enhance the tone.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid European Spruce
Back & Sides
Ovangkol
Neck Material
European Maple
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
648 mm
Frets
22
Electronics
Applause AP-3TP preamp with built-in speaker
Weight
1.85 kg (approximately)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The AP-3TP is a basic but functional preamp; it lacks the tonal shaping options of higher-end systems but is perfectly adequate for casual amplification.
The matte finish is relatively soft; while it hides some minor scratches, it's more prone to showing fingerprints and smudges than a gloss finish.
The slightly longer scale (648mm) provides a bit more string tension, which can improve note definition, but might feel a touch less comfortable for players with smaller hands compared to shorter-scale acoustics.
