With the Sigma DSME, the manufacturer presents a professional acoustic guitarAcoustic guitar:
The acoustic guitar is an acoustic guitar with steel strings. It is often used for folk at an incredible price-performance ratio. This dreadnought comes with selected tonewoodsTonewood:
Tonewood is the wood from which the body of a guitar is made. It influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. Popular tonewoods are mahogany or maple and a solid topTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body. These not only produce a high volume of sound, but also an excellently balanced sound, which, thanks to a pickupPickup:
A pickup is an electronic component that converts the vibrations of the guitar strings into electrical signals. These signals are then amplified and played back via loudspeakers to make the sound of the guitar audible. can also be amplified. This makes the instrument with its attractive natural finishFinish:
The term "finish" refers to the outer coating or surface treatment of a guitar. It can be different types of varnish, stain or oil that are applied to the wood to protect it and give it an attractive appearance. suitable for stage performances and studio recordings by professional guitarists as well as for beginners who want to start with a high-quality model and gain their first live experience. In terms of playability, the guitar also scores points with its shortened scale lengthScale length:
The scale length refers to the length of the vibrating string of a guitar. It determines the distance between the nut and the bridge and influences the sound and playability of the instrument., which makes it easy to pick up.
The heart of the sound production here is undoubtedly the top made of Sitka spruce, which has improved vibration behavior due to its solid production. This results in a high sound volume for an expressive acoustic sound. Meanwhile, the popular tonewood produces a clear sound with pronounced trebles, allowing every note played to ring out with incredible precision. Thanks to these sound characteristics, the Sigma DSME is ideal for powerful strummingStrumming:
Strumming is a guitar playing technique in which you strike the strings with your fingers or a pick at regular intervals to create a rhythm. Different strumming techniques and patterns create the typical sound of the rhythm guitar. and fine pickingFingerpicking:
plucking technique.
The necessary tonal balance is provided by the laminated mahoganybackFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. and sidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar.. Its warm sound with a defined mid-range spectrum creates a well-balanced sound that brings out the best in a variety of musical genres. In addition to the bodyBody:
The body is the body of a guitar. It is made of wood and influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. The sound of a guitar can vary depending on the shape and material of the body., mahogany is also a preferred choice for guitar necksGuitar neck:
Maple neck. With its acceptable weight, the mahogany neck with ergonomic low profileNeck profile:
The neck profile refers to the shape of the guitar neck. It can be flat neck profile sits comfortably in the hand and guarantees maximum playing comfort.
While the easy-grip neck with smooth micarta fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. guarantees a smooth glide of the fretting hand, the shortened scale length of 597 mm reduces the effort required. This makes quick chord changes and complex fingering patterns much easier, as the guitar's string tension is much lower. furthermore, the 42.9 mm slim bone nutNut:
The nut is a small piece of hard material that sits at the top of the guitar neck. It has notches into which the strings are inserted to ensure the correct spacing and height. ideal conditions for flatpicking and is perfectly matched to the bridge inlayIntonation:
Intonation refers to the correct tuning of the individual strings of a guitar. Adjusting the scale length ensures that all notes played on a string sound at the correct pitch., which is also made of bone, for clean intonationIntonation:
Intonation refers to the correct tuning of the individual strings of a guitar. Adjusting the scale length ensures that all notes played on a string sound at the correct pitch.. bridge inlaySaddle:
The saddle is a small piece of material that is placed in the bridge of a guitar. It helps to keep the strings at the right height above the fretboard and ensures a clear sound and good playability of the guitar. also made of bone. The construction is rounded off by chrome-plated die-cast tunersTuners:
die-cast tuners , which guarantee a high level of tuning stability for consistent tone.
Another premium feature of this acoustic guitar is the in-house pickup system, which reproduces the sound of the Sigma DSME in an amplified and unadulterated way. The system also has an extensive side preamp with comprehensive setting options. In addition to a volume controlVolume control:
The volume control is a knob on the guitar that can be used to adjust the volume of the instrument. If you turn the knob to the right it is equipped with a 3-band equalizerEqualiser:
tone control that allows individual adjustment of bass, mid-range and treble. The integrated
Strings are thin metal or nylon strings that are stretched across the body of a guitar. They produce tones when struck or plucked. Different sounds are produced depending on the thickness and material of the strings. to be quickly tuned directly on the instrument, which is particularly practical in live situations.