Model |
Challenger C-150 Cut-Away Blue Special (Electro-Acoustic) |
Body Shape |
Grand Concert with Venetian cutaway — allows high-fret access, balanced projection and warm tonal response |
Top Wood |
Select spruce or laminate top — clear, resonant tone with excellent projection |
Back & Sides |
High-quality laminated wood with rich midrange and controlled bass response |
Finish |
Glossy Blue finish with protective clearcoat; highlights wood grain |
Binding & Rosette |
Cream ABS binding with black/white purfling; decorative multi-ring rosette |
Neck |
Mahogany neck, satin finish; comfortable C-profile for smooth playability |
Fingerboard |
Rosewood-style engineered wood; 12" radius; rolled edges for comfort |
Frets / Inlays |
20 medium frets with pearloid dot inlays; side markers for visibility |
Scale Length |
25.4" / 645 mm — balanced tension and tonal clarity |
Nut Width & Material |
Approx. 42–43 mm; synthetic bone nut for stable tuning and improved tone transfer |
Truss Rod |
Dual-action truss rod with headstock adjustment |
Bridge & Saddle |
Rosewood-style bridge with compensated synthetic bone saddle for accurate intonation |
String Spacing (Bridge) |
~54–56 mm — comfortable for fingerstyle and strumming |
Factory Strings |
.012–.054 phosphor bronze light gauge; balanced tone, ideal for beginners and pros |
Electronics |
Under-saddle piezo pickup with active 3-band EQ (Bass/Mid/Treble), Master Volume, Phase switch — clear amplified tone |
Onboard Tuner |
Integrated chromatic tuner with LED display; auto-mute while tuning |
Outputs / Power |
1/4" TS output; 9V battery for preamp; some SKUs include XLR DI output |
Machine Heads |
Die-cast sealed tuners, high-ratio gearing (~18:1), chrome/nickel finish for stable tuning |
Action Target (12th Fret)* |
~2.2 mm (low E) / ~1.8 mm (high e) factory setup — adjustable for player preference |
Dimensions (Approx.) |
Length ~1020–1035 mm; lower bout ~395–405 mm; upper bout ~285–295 mm; body depth 95–110 mm |
Weight (Approx.) |
~1.9–2.4 kg depending on wood density and hardware |
Case / Bag |
Padded gig bag recommended; deluxe hardshell case optional (sold separately) |
Included Accessories |
Truss rod hex key, spare bridge pins, quick-start guide, warranty card (region dependent) |
Care & Environment |
Maintain 45–55% relative humidity; avoid direct sunlight; store in case; use humidifier in dry climates |
Notes |
*Factory setups and specific materials/options may vary by batch. Specifications are approximate and subject to improvement. |