Cort MR500E Open Pore Brown
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Cort
MR500E Open Pore Brown
Product Info
Article Number:
560266
Brand:
Cort
Model:
MR500E Open Pore Brown
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$325.60
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The MR500E is a solid, well-built dreadnought that punches above its weight class. The mahogany body gives it a warm, focused tone, perfect for singer-songwriters or players who like a little bit of woodiness. It’s a great option for someone wanting a stage-ready acoustic without the premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Cort MR500E Open Pore Brown
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Style: Dreadnought
- With cutaway
- Body: Mahogany
- Top: solid spruce
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ovangkol
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Scale: 643 mm (25.3")
- 20 Frets
- Pickup system: Cort CE304T EQ Preamp
- Bridge: Ovangkol
- Die-cast tuners
- Original strings: D'Addarío Phosphor Bronze (012 - 053)
- Colour: Open Pore Brown
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a balanced, articulate tone with good projection.
- • Mahogany body provides warmth and a pleasing mid-range focus.
- • Cort CE304T preamp offers usable, clear amplified sound for stage or recording.
- • Ovangkol fingerboard adds a touch of refinement and durability.
CONS
- • Open pore finish, while aesthetically pleasing, might require more careful handling to prevent finish issues.
- • 43mm nut width can feel a bit wide for players accustomed to narrower necks.
- • Mahogany construction limits versatility – not ideal for very bright or scooped tones.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ovangkol
Scale Length
643 mm (25.3")
Frets
20
Electronics
Cort CE304T EQ Preamp
Weight
1.9 kg (approximately)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a decent preamp, suitable for strumming and fingerpicking, but might lack the clarity for very complex arrangements – consider an external preamp for critical recording.
Yes, it’s more susceptible than a fully finished guitar, so a light coat of polish and careful handling are recommended to maintain its appearance.
The neck is a comfortable 'C' shape, slightly on the thicker side, offering good stability and feel – a nice balance between vintage and modern playability.
