Kadence A05EQ Acoustica 40” Electro-Acoustic Guitar | Grand Auditorium Cutaway | Zebra Wood | Built-in Pickup 2 Band EQ | Includes Learning Course

Product Overview The new standard for intermediate - why settle for a strip down entry level model when you can have a gig ready Grand Auditorium guitar for the same price? Product Description Grand Auditorium Semi-Acoustic, Big Sound in a Comfortable Size – A 40-inch semi-acoustic with a grand auditorium body that delivers rich sound, strong durability, and easy playability—comfortable to carry without compromising tone. Laminated Zebrawood Top Mahogany Neck — Warm Depth & Balanced Resonance – A laminated zebrawood top delivers a clear, lively voice with strong note definition, paired with laminated walnut back and sides that add warmth, depth, and a more balanced, resonant feel while you play. In-Built 2-Band Kadence EQ Digital Tuner (Stage & Recording Ready) – The built-in 2-band EQ lets you control bass, treble, and volume for live gigs or recording, and the built-in digital tuner makes tuning quick and accurate anytime. Truss Rod Neck Control for Seasonal Action Changes – An adjustable truss rod helps fine-tune neck relief and action (string height), so the guitar stays comfortable to play even when weather and humidity shift. Indian Rosewood Fretboard for Smooth Hand Movement – A comfortable Indian rosewood fretboard supports easy transitions, clean chord changes, and smooth playing over longer practice sessions. Die-Cast Tuning Keys for Better Tuning Stability – Metal die-cast tuners hold the strings firmly, tune precisely, and help the guitar stay in tune longer between sessions. Kadence Bronze Coated Strings — Clear, Bright, Durable Tone – Pre-strung with bronze coated strings for a clear, bright sound and better durability for everyday practice. Gig-Ready Strap Pins – Built-in strap pins make it easy to attach a strap and play comfortably while standing—no extra fitting required. Reinforced Volute for a Stronger Neck Joint – The volute reinforces the area between the headstock and neck, making it stronger and less prone to cracks or damage over time. Reinforced Bridge Design for Long-Term Stability – A strengthened bridge build improves long-term structural stability and helps maintain consistent performance. Full Cutaway for Easy High-Fret Access – The full cutaway design makes upper frets easier to reach—perfect for lead lines, solos, and higher-register chords as you level up. Pro-Grade Fret Finish — Smooth, Fast Neck Feel – An 8-step filing and rounding process ensures zero fret-sprout and a smoother, faster neck feel—closer to what you’d expect from custom setups and premium guitars. Deep Pore Finish — Feel the Grain, Hear the Resonance – This deep pore finish lets the paint absorb into the wood instead of forming a thick layer on top, so you can feel the natural grain and texture on the body. It also helps preserve resonance and acoustic tone. This idea came from our product team’s testing—an unfinished guitar felt more “alive” and sounded more open, so we researched and found that luxury car interiors use deep-pore finishing. When we applied the same technology to the A06 variant, we heard a clear improvement in resonance, and that’s how this version was created. Complimentary Learning Course Included – Complimentary online lessons that cover tuning, fundamentals, and step-by-step guidance to play 10 popular songs—ideal for beginners. Invest in the Guitar, Not the Label – Kadence is a home-grown brand built for Indian musicians and Indian weather—focused on quality, reliability, and performance without charging you extra for an international logo. You get the features, sound, and value you actually need, not just a famous headstock. Sound QualityThis guitar has a clear, defined tone that leans balanced-to-bright, with the laminated zebrawood top adding a quicker attack and stronger note clarity. The bass is medium and tighter, staying controlled and punchy rather than boomy, while the mids remain focused and clean, keeping chords well-shaped and easy to separate. The treble is crisper and more detailed, giving you a brighter edge and better articulation in both strumming and picking. Overall, it offers medium-to-high projection, so the sound carries well in a room, and it delivers good sustain with strong note separation, meaning notes stay clear and don’t get muddy even during heavier strumming. Best for PlayingThis guitar is best for rhythm and strumming if you want clearer, more defined chords with a quicker attack, so your patterns sound crisp and your chord changes stay easy to hear while singing along. For beginners to intermediate players, the Grand Auditorium body stays comfortable for longer sessions, and the cleaner top-end and focused mids help you hear your mistakes and improve faster without the sound turning muddy. For jamming, small gatherings, and stage use with a pickup, the stronger note separation and brighter detail help it cut through other instruments, and when amplified, it sits well in a mix because the sound stays clean and articulate rather than blending into one big blur. Genres it Suits MostThis guitar suits Bollywood, indie, and pop with a slightly cleaner, brighter edge, so chord changes and strumming patterns sound more defined. It’s great for acoustic rock and singer-songwriter styles like Ed Sheeran-type rhythmic grooves and Coldplay-style progressions because the zebrawood top adds crisp attack and better note separation, which keeps the guitar sounding clear even during busy strumming. It also fits worship/church and Sufi-style acoustic, especially when you want your chords to stay articulate under vocals. For light country and folk, it shines with open chords, steady rhythm patterns, and clean arpeggios, because the brighter detail helps picked notes feel more crisp and distinct. It can do, but not its main strengthIt stays clear and well-defined, but it won’t have the big, boomy low-end push of a 41” dreadnought. With aggressive strumming, it remains articulate more than bass-heavy. Product Details Specification Body TypeGrand Auditorium Size40 Inches ColorNatural FinishOpen Matte Finish Top MaterialLaminated Zebra Wood Back & Side MaterialLaminated Walnut Wood Neck MaterialMahogany Wood Fretboard MaterialRosewood Bridge MaterialRosewood Bridge Pins MaterialPlastic Nut MaterialPPS Saddle MaterialPPS Hand OrientationRight Hand Pickup TypePiezo Type ControlsBass, Treble & Volume Control Output Jack Type6.35mm Cable Battery Type9V Truss RodYES Nut Width43mm Scale Length25.6 Inches Fret Count20 Frets Action at 12th Fret (High E / Low E)High E String 2.0 mm, Low E String 3.0mm Neck ProfileC Shape No of Strings6 Strings String MaterialBronze Coated Strings String Gauge0.12 - 0.53 Tuning KeysMetal Die Cast Tuning Keys Bracing PatternX Bracing Dimensions107x50x16 Item Weight1.65 Kgs FAQs 1. Is this guitar right for me?This guitar is best for people who want one do-it-all semi-acoustic for home practice, jamming, and small performances. It’s great for singers/strummers and cover creators who want a plug-in ready guitar with onboard tone control and a tuner, and it’s a strong choice for beginners too because the Grand Auditorium shape full cutaway helps you grow without outgrowing the guitar. 2. When is this NOT the right choice?Skip this guitar if you’re specifically looking for a dreadnought sound—that extra boomy bass and “cannon-like” low-end thump that a larger dreadnought body naturally gives. 3. Size comfort (what should I buy and will it hurt?)This is a 40” Grand Auditorium, which is comfortable for most adults and easier to hold than larger dreadnought shapes. Finger pain is normal for new players in the beginning, but with regular practice it reduces as calluses form. The cutaway also makes it easier to reach higher frets as you improve. 4. Tuning, tuners, and strings (will it stay in tune?)It comes with die-cast tuning pegs that hold tuning well. New strings may detune a bit more in the first few days because they stretch, but once settled, tuning stability improves. It comes strung with bronze coated strings, which give a clear tone and good durability for regular playing. 5. Volume where you can use itAt home, it works like a normal acoustic for practice and room jamming. When you want more volume, you can plug it into an amp/PA using the built-in electronics, which makes it suitable for small gatherings, church, cafés, and basic stage use. 6. Weather truss rod (Indian conditions)Weather can change a guitar’s neck slightly, which affects string height (action). That’s why this guitar includes an adjustable truss rod to correct the neck when seasons change—if you’re a beginner, it’s best to get adjustments done by a local guitar technician. For care, keep it in the bag, avoid extreme heat/sunlight, and store it at normal room temperature. 7. Setup, warranty, and replacement supportYou get a 1-year manufacturing defect warranty and a 7-day replacement window for manufacturing defects. The guitar ships with strings loosened and safe packaging. When it arrives, tune it to E–A–D–G–B–E and play. If you notice buzzing or the strings feel hard, a quick basic setup at any local guitar tech can make it perfect. If it arrives damaged, share clear photos within 24 hours and a replacement can be arranged. 8. Learning help (course how fast you’ll play a song)The complimentary Kadence course covers tuning, basics, and step-by-step lessons up to 10 popular songs. With regular practice, many beginners can play a simple first song in 1–2 days, while smooth chord changes and rhythm usually take a few weeks. To access the course, use the coupon code you receive and redeem it on krack.ai at checkout. 9. Electronics quick FAQs (EQ, tuner, battery, cable, amp)The 2-band EQ lets you adjust bass/treble and control volume when plugged in, and the built-in tuner works without plugging in as long as a battery is inside. It uses a 9V battery (not included), and you’ll need a 6.35mm (¼ inch) cable to connect to an amp or PA. For beginners, a 20W amp is a good starting point for home practice and small jams.