Artist DS260C Solid Top Acoustic Electric Guitar
- Out of Stock | Next Shipment Due in Approx October
- Solid A-Grade Sitka Spruce Top
- Fishman Presys II Pickup System
- Bone Nut & Saddle
- Vintage Gold Open-Gear Tuners
- Dreadnought Cutaway Body Shape
Artist DS260C Solid Top Acoustic Electric Guitar
The Artist DS260C takes the classic dreadnought cutaway design and tunes it for maximum acoustic punch and everyday durability. At its core is a solid A-grade Sitka Spruce top paired with laminated Rosewood back and sides. This combination delivers the signature acoustic profile players expect from these tonewoods: a deep, booming low-end, a subtly scooped midrange, and a sparkling top end. While the solid Sitka soundboard offers dynamic response and projection that opens up with every year of playing, the laminate construction of the back and sides provides essential structural stability and resistance against changes in humidity and temperature.
A closed-pore matte finish on the soundboard allows the solid Sitka top to vibrate freely, while a high-gloss finish on the back and sides highlights the deep grain of the Rosewood laminate. Supported internally by Scots Pine X-bracing, the top strikes a fine balance between structural strength and lively acoustic resonance. A comfortable Mahogany neck features a dark Rosewood fingerboard with 20 nickel-silver frets, complemented by classic body and headstock binding. A matching Rosewood bridge fitted with a real bone nut and saddle ensures direct, uninterrupted string vibration transfer into the body for clear, extended natural sustain.
To ensure the instrument's authentic acoustic voice is fully realised when plugging in, the DS260C is fitted with the Fishman Presys II pickup system. Selected specifically to transparently capture the raw resonance and dynamic range of the guitar, the system gives you an accurate, uncoloured reflection of your natural tone through any PA or amplifier. With an onboard tuner, 2-band EQ, and phase control, dialling in your sound is effortless. Rounded out with a red tortoiseshell teardrop pickguard and high-ratio vintage gold open-gear tuners, the DS260C delivers traditional dreadnought power and reliable amplified performance.
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The Tech Features
Body
Back & Sides Material: Laminated Rosewood
Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
Body Shape: Dreadnought Cutaway
Binding: Single White ABS (with 3-ply Black/White/Black Purfling)
Top
Top Material: Solid A-Grade Sitka Spruce
Top Finish: Closed-Pore Matte
Purfling: 3-ply Black/White/Black
Rosette: Three-Ring Abalone
Bracing: Russian Scots Pine X-Bracing
Bridge Material: Rosewood
Neck
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Construction: Single-Piece
Neck Joint: Dovetail
Neck Finish: Satin
Scale Length: 648mm / 25.5"
Fretboard Material: Rosewood
Fretboard Radius: 400mm
Number of Frets: 20 Frets
Fret Material: 18% Nickel w/ Rounded Fret Ends
Nut Material: Bone
Nut Width: 43mm / 1.7"
Position Inlays: White Mother-of-Pearl
Binding: White ABS
Side Dots: White
Truss Rod: Dual Action 2-Way
Hardware & Electronics
Preamp: Fishman Presys II
Saddle: Bone
Machine Heads: Der Jung Open-Back (Vintage Gold)
Pickguard: Red Tortoiseshell Teardrop
Miscellaneous/Special Features
Strings: D'Addario XT 1253
Weight: 2.3-2.8kg / 5.0-6.1lbs
Accessories
Included Accessories: Allen Wrench, Picks
Optional Hard Cases: Artist DC300
Optional Soft Bags: HGBAG42, BAG42
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We ship all orders for free. All deliveries are insured so if an item arrives damaged we'll happily refund or replace it for you. Check our warranty page for more information.
Purchases with Artist Guitars come with a 3-year Warranty. Warranty is only valid to the original purchaser and in the original country of purchase. Please take note of your order number to help us verify your purchase in the event of a warranty claim.
If the issue can be fixed by replacing a part, we will send it to you free of charge. Spare parts are shipped from our office in Sydney, Australia. If more extensive work is required our Customer Happiness department will arrange a free return slip or courier collection to get your item returned for further assessment.
Also included in your warranty is our industry leading 100 Days Change of Mind Policy
If you're not completely satisfied with the quality of any of our products, we'll be happy to arrange a free return of your product for an exchange or full refund, including any shipping charges. This also covers instances where you may have bought the wrong size or if you simply change your mind.
If you do require a return, just Open a Support Ticket and we'll either send you a reply paid label for Australia Post or arrange for a collection by courier. This will depend on your location and the product you purchased. If you have any trouble you can contact us.
