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The Merida Black Panther Imperial Series Grand Auditorium acoustic-electric guitar offers stunning aesthetics and a balanced tone that will captivate audiences. With a solid spruce top and striking black walnut burl back and sides, this guitar provides visual appeal along with resonant sound. The onboard Fishman ISY-201 pickup system gives you stage-ready functionality so you can plug in and perform at any venue. Its comfortable Grand Auditorium body delivers a musical tone suited for any playing situation, from worship services to open mics.

Solid Wood Construction Produces Rich, Nuanced Tone

The solid spruce top of the Black Panther resonates freely to produce articulate highs, warm lows and a colorful midrange. Spruce is a preferred top wood for acoustic guitars because of its musicality and responsiveness. The black walnut burl back and sides provide visual allure along with balanced warmth and projection. Together, these premium woods generate a rich, nuanced tone with impressive dynamic range.

Pickup System Gives You Versatility

The Fishman ISY-201 pickup system lets you amplify your acoustic tone or blend in electric sounds. Shape your amplified tone with the easy-to-use controls for volume, bass, middle and treble. The built-in electronic tuner ensures quick tuning wherever you perform. With the flip of a switch, you can go from a purely acoustic sound to an acoustic-electric tone suited for any genre. The ISY-201 system gives you flexibility and convenience on stage or in the studio.

Comfortable Body Style and Neck

The Grand Auditorium body provides a comfortable playing experience with its rounded lower bout and tapered waist. This body style offers a balance of volume, clarity and sustain that suits any musical style. The slim mahogany neck has a shallow C-shaped profile for easy chording and single-note runs. The rosewood fingerboard adds warmth and articulation. Together, the body and neck are made for hours of playing pleasure.

Premium Appointments Complete the Package

To protect your investment, the Black Panther Imperial Series comes with a padded gig bag. Die-cast tuners provide accurate and stable tuning. The rosewood bridge transfers string vibrations efficiently to the top. Wood bindings, rosette and fingerboard dots give an elegant look. For a bold acoustic-electric guitar with premium features, plug in to the Merida Black Panther Imperial Series Grand Auditorium.

Merida Black Panther Imperial Series Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst
Merida Black Panther Imperial Series Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst
Merida Black Panther Imperial Series Grand Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar Vintage Sunburst

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  • Solid spruce top, black walnut burl back and sides
  • Slim C maple neck with Omega laminate fingerboard
  • Fishman ISY-201 pickup system, chrome Merida tuners
  • D'Addario EXP16 strings, Merida GB-15 gig bag included

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Body
  • Shape: Grand Auditorium Cutaway
  • Top wood: Solid spruce
  • Back & sides: Black walnut burl
  • Bracing pattern: Forward-shifted X
  • Finish: Vintage sunburst gloss
Neck
  • Shape: Slim C
  • Nut width: 1.69"
  • Fingerboard: Omega laminate
  • Wood: Maple
  • Scale length: 25.6"
  • Nut material: Genuine bone
Electronics
  • Pickup system: Fishman ISY-201
Hardware
  • Tuning machines: Chrome Merida design
  • Bridge: Omega laminate
  • Saddle: Genuine bone
Other
  • Strings: Premium D'Addario EXP16
  • Gig bag: Merida GB-15, Black
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Number of Strings: 6

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