Art et Lutherie - Americana Bourbon Burst CW Presys II

The Art & Lutherie Americana Bourbon Burst CW Presys II isn't presented - it's played. From the very first chord, the solid spruce top imposes its signature: bass with weight, midrange that shines without spilling over, and a balance that holds up on stage as well as in rehearsal. The Bourbon Burst colour and semi-gloss finish add a sober but straightforward visual dimension, between warm amber and depth of grain.

Behind this acoustic response, the anatomy of the wood speaks for itself. The Canadian wild cherry back and sides provide the distinct mid-bass warmth that characterises Art & Lutherie instruments - a local, carefully considered material whose sonic imprint is immediately recognisable. The silver leaf maple neck and rosewood fingerboard form a contrasting pair: directional rigidity on one side, smooth gliding on the other.

The Dreadnought format with 631 mm scale sets the scene for generous playing, designed for those who want volume and projection without having to strain their muscles. The 43 mm nut leaves plenty of space between the strings - a detail that counts when you switch to open positions or finger-style playing.
The cutaway changes the equation at the top of the neck: all 20 frets become accessible without contortion, which makes a real difference to the dynamics of solos or melodic arrangements. The right-handed orientation and the weight of 4.5 kg complete the picture of a guitar made to be carried and played for a long time.

In terms of amplification, the Godin sensor coupled to the Presys II preamp delivers a clean, natural signal that's faithful to the body's acoustics. The built-in tuner is part of the system - no more clips to clip, no more interruptions between songs. Sonovente.com's 3-year warranty rounds off a solid, made-in-Canada package for guitarists who want an acoustic-electric guitar with no blind spots.