Breedlove Pursuit Ex. S Drdn Conc CE TE
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Breedlove
Pursuit Ex. S Drdn Conc CE TE
Product Info
Article Number:
617362
Brand:
Breedlove
Model:
Pursuit Ex. S Drdn Conc CE TE
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$768.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Pursuit Ex. S is a seriously impressive guitar for the money. The myrtlewood top gives it a really clear, almost chime-like quality, while the mahogany back keeps it from being too thin sounding. It's ideal for fingerstyle players or those wanting a bright, responsive acoustic with a reliable amplified option – a great all-rounder for intermediate players.
Product Description
- Breedlove Pursuit Ex. S Drdn Conc CE TE
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Type: Concerto with cutaway
- Back and sides: African mahogany with myrtlewood veneer
- Top: Solid myrtlewood
- Neck: African mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ovangkol
- Tortoise binding
- Scale: 643 mm
- Nut width: 43 mm
- Nut: TUSQ
- Pickup: Fishman Presys I System
- Ovangkol bridge
- Breedlove brass machine heads
- Colour: Tigers Eye high-gloss
PROS
- • Myrtlewood top delivers a bright, articulate tone with surprising warmth.
- • African mahogany back/sides add sustain and a touch of richness.
- • Fishman Presys I provides clean, amplified sound with effective feedback rejection.
- • Concerto body shape offers comfortable ergonomics and balanced projection.
CONS
- • Myrtlewood can be a bit brittle tonally; lacks some low-end thump of rosewood.
- • Ovangkol fingerboard might feel slightly harder than ebony to some players.
- • Tigers Eye finish, while attractive, can be prone to fingerprints and smudges.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Myrtlewood
Back & Sides
African Mahogany with Myrtlewood Veneer
Neck Material
African Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
643 mm
Frets
22
Electronics
Fishman Presys I System
Weight
1.85 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
Myrtlewood is generally brighter and more focused than Sitka, offering more immediate articulation but less overall volume. It's also slightly stiffer, which can affect playability for some.
The Presys I is straightforward to operate with basic EQ controls. It delivers a natural amplified tone, but it's not a high-end system – expect a clean, functional sound rather than studio-quality modeling.
Ovangkol is denser than ebony, resulting in a slightly harder feel, though many find it a pleasant alternative. It's a durable and attractive wood, offering a similar visual aesthetic to ebony at a more accessible price point.
