Breedlove Discovery S Concert Satin Black 12 String CE European-African Mahogany

Breedlove Discovery S Concert Satin Black 12-String CE

Experience the shimmering, chorus-like magic of a 12-string guitar without breaking the bank! The Discovery S Concert pairs a solid European spruce top with African mahogany (Khaya) back & sides for clear, lively projection and a warm, balanced low end. Breedlove's innovative Cascade Bracing and Bridge Truss help this Concert body stay responsive, stable, and in tune—on the couch, in the studio, or on stage.

Why 12-String?

A 12-string guitar creates a lush, shimmering sound that's impossible to achieve with a 6-string. Each note rings with natural chorus and harmonic richness, perfect for rhythm playing, fingerstyle, and creating full, expansive soundscapes. This instrument will inspire your playing and elevate your music—and the Discovery S makes it affordable!

Premium Tonewood Pairing

Solid European Spruce Top: Known for its clarity, projection, and dynamic range. European spruce delivers crisp articulation with lively attack and sparkle that brings out the best in a 12-string configuration.

African Mahogany Back & Sides: Provides warm, even resonance with a balanced low end. This classic tonewood combination ensures your 12-string sounds rich and full without muddiness.

The Satin Black Finish

Sleek, modern, and timeless. The Satin Black finish with black hardware gives this guitar a professional, stage-ready appearance. The matte finish feels smooth and natural in your hands while looking absolutely stunning under stage lights or in your home studio.

Breedlove Innovation

Cascade Bracing: Breedlove's proprietary bracing pattern allows the top to vibrate more freely, delivering better tone and projection while maintaining structural integrity.

Bridge Truss: This innovative system helps maintain neck stability and keeps your 12-string in tune better than traditional designs. Less time tuning means more time playing!

Sound Characteristics

• Shimmering, chorus-like tone - Natural 12-string richness and depth
• Clear articulation - European spruce provides crisp, defined notes
• Warm, balanced resonance - African mahogany adds depth and warmth
• Excellent projection - Concert body delivers focused, powerful sound
• Superior tuning stability - Bridge Truss keeps you in tune longer
• Responsive dynamics - From delicate fingerpicking to aggressive strumming

Discovery S Series - Exceptional Value

The Discovery S series brings professional-grade features and tone to players at an accessible price point. Solid wood tops, quality electronics, and Breedlove's innovative construction techniques ensure you get exceptional value without compromise.

Highlights

• Concert body for comfortable balance seated or standing
• Solid European spruce top for lively attack and sparkle
• African mahogany back & sides for warm, even resonance
• Cascade Bracing + Bridge Truss for stability, responsiveness, and better 12-string tuning
• Cutaway access to upper frets
• Fishman Presys I electronics for plug-and-play amplified tone
• Sleek Satin Black finish with black hardware
• Asymmetrical neck profile for comfortable playability
• D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze strings included
• Exceptional value for a quality 12-string guitar

Specifications

• Series: Discovery S
• Body Shape: Concert (12-string, cutaway)
• Top: Solid European spruce
• Back & Sides: African mahogany (Khaya)
• Bracing: Cascade Bracing
• Neck Profile: Asymmetrical
• Fingerboard: Ovangkol (stained black), 20 frets
• Bridge: Ovangkol (stained black)
• Scale Length: 643 mm (≈ 25.3")
• Nut Width: 48 mm (≈ 1.89")
• Body Dimensions (approx): Lower bout 15.37" • Waist 9" • Upper bout 11.28" • Body length 19.875"
• Body Depth (approx): 91–106 mm (≈ 3.6"–4.2")
• Finish: Black Satin (body, neck, headstock)
• Binding: None • Rosette: B/W/B/W/B
• Inlays: 3 mm white dots (centered); 1.5 mm side dots
• Nut/Saddle: PPS
• Tuners: Black, closed-gear, 15:1
• Electronics: Fishman Presys I
• Strings: D'Addario XT Phosphor Bronze Light (.012–.053), 12-string
• SKU: DSCN28XCEEUAM
• UPC: 850038623890

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