Are Alvarez Masterworks guitars good?

Truly Eloquent Professional Guitars Alvarez Masterworks are stunning professional guitars displaying a construction and a quality of finish rare in such affordable all-solid instruments. We take time over Masterworks to craft an aesthetic that we hope brings a feeling of pride each time the player picks up the guitar.

Where are Alvarez Masterworks made?

People’s Republic of China
Our premium Alvarez-Yairi models are still handmade in the Yairi factory in the small town of Kani in the hills north of Nagoya.” The Masterworks MF60CEOM and Artist Elite AFA95CESHB guitars that just landed on our doorstep were constructed up the road in the People’s Republic of China.

Are Alvarez guitars better than Yamaha?

The Alvarez has more brilliant trebles, the Yamaha has warmer, a bit fatter, trebles. The Alvarez is a bit louder. Because of the powerful basses and the brilliant trebles, I find the Alvarez slightly less balanced than the Yamaha, which has warm basses and warm trebles, although a fraction less powerful.

Are Alvarez guitars easy?

Alvarez AC65 The Alvarez AC65 is an acoustic guitar suitable for players who want to become classical players, or beginners who wish to have a comfortable and an instrument that is easy to play.

Is Alvarez a good ukulele brand?

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Ukulele! I’ve been a fan of Alvarez instruments since the 60’s and this Ukulele didn’t disappoint me, it’s has high quality workmanship with just the right amount of appointments. Played great right from the box with wonderful tone and playability.

Are Alvarez guitars made in China?

While many of its models are produced in China, the top-tier Alvarez-Yairi instruments are handmade at the Yairi factory in Kani, Gifu-Japan, part of the legacy of Kazuo Yairi, the late master luthier. Every Alvarez guitar undergoes a full set up and inspection in their guitar shop in St. Louis, Missouri.

Are Alvarez guitars expensive?

The Alvarez-Yairi series guitars are still handmade in Yairi Japan to this day. The Yairi series is their top-of-the-line, flagship series of guitars. While these are the most expensive guitars Alvarez has to offer, you’re getting a handcrafted guitar by experts in the industry.

Is Alvarez a good beginner guitar?

You might not immediately think of Alvarez guitars. You should do. Their Artist Series of instruments are designed for the beginner and offer real quality at an affordable cost. The Artist series is designed for the beginner.

Who owns Alvarez guitars?

St. Louis Music
Alvarez Guitars

Type Private
Products Acoustic guitars (steel-string, classical) Ukuleles Accessories
Number of employees over 750 world wide
Parent St. Louis Music
Website alvarezguitars.com

Do they still make Alvarez guitars?

Alvarez-Yairi guitars are still made in the Yairi factory today. The bond between SLM and Yairi is underpinned by a desire to produce some of the finest guitars in the world. Our instruments are a mix of tradition and innovation, and our culture is continual development and improvement.