Agile Renaissance 82730 8-String Multiscale Acoustic-Electric Guitar – 27

Agile Renaissance 82730 8-String Multiscale Acoustic-Electric Guitar – 27"-30" Extended Scale – Natural

$699.95

The Agile Renaissance Extended Scale Version!
The Agile Renaissance 82730 is an 8-string multiscale acoustic-electric guitar designed for extended-range players seeking acoustic tone with improved clarity and string tension in lower tunings. Its 27"-30" fan-fret scale combines a 27" treble-side scale with an extended 30" bass-side scale, helping provide greater definition and tension on the lowest strings while maintaining comfortable playability across the fretboard.

The Renaissance 82730 features a solid Sitka spruce top, mahogany back and sides, mahogany neck, American-made Richlite fingerboard, rosewood multiscale bridge and bone nut. An Artec Edge -ND acoustic pickup and preamp provides 3-band EQ, volume, presence, phase control and a built-in tuner for amplified performance. Lightweight Wilkinson open-gear tuners help maintain comfortable balance despite the guitar's extended range. Made in South Korea.

Extended (extra long) scale 27-30" - Great for lower tunings

Beautiful natural solid spruce top

Ultra-Smooth and stable, American made Richlite Fretboard

ArtecEdge -ND Acoustic pickup and pre-amp with 3 band equalizer, volume, presence, phase switch, and built in tuner

Rosewood slanted multi-scale bridge

Incredible sound with versatile features

Lightweight Wilkinson tuners for improved balance

Stunning mahogany neck, back, and sides

More Details

Acoustic Electric Version of the New Renaissance 8 String Multi-Scale Acoustic Guitar with 3 Band Equalizer!
The Renaissance 82730 combines features rarely found together in an acoustic guitar: eight strings, a 27"-30" multiscale fretboard, acoustic-electric electronics and an extended 30" bass-side scale. The longer scale on the lower strings helps provide additional tension and definition for extended-range playing and lower tunings, while the multiscale design avoids requiring the treble strings to use the same 30" scale. For electric extended-range players looking for an acoustic counterpart, the Renaissance 82730 provides an unusual way to bring 8-string range and multiscale ergonomics to an acoustic instrument.

Acoustic pickup and pre-amp with 3 band equalizer, volume, presence, phase switch, and built in tuner
Incredible sound with versatile features

Rosewood slanted multi-scale bridge (27" - 30")
Beautiful natural solid Sitka Spruce top

Lightweight (25 gram) Wilkinson open gear WJ-28N BLACK 3x3 tuners for improved balance
Stunning mahogany neck, back, and sides
La Bella strings installed at factory (gauge 012, .016, .024, .032, .042, .053, .068, .078)

Ultra-Smooth and stable, American made Richlite Fretboard
Bone nut
Made in South Korea

Specifications

Measurements:
Overall length: 44"
Scale length: 27" - 30"
Fretboard Radius: 14"
Width of the neck at the nut: 2 3/8"
Width of the neck at the 12th fret: 2 7/8"
String spacing at the nut: 1/4" (1 15/16" overall)
String spacing at the bridge: 3/8" (3" overall)
Neck taper/thickness at the 1st fret: 13/16"
Neck taper/thickness at the 12th fret: 7/8"
Width of body at upper bout: 11 3/8"
Width of body at lower bout: 15 1/4"
Pre-amp Prior to 2025 Gentro ZE-4T : Directions and Specifications
Pre-amp from 2025 on: Artec Edge -ND Directions and Specifications

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Customer Comments

I don't normally do this, but I wanted to let you know how very, very impressed I am the 8 String Agile Renaissance I recently purchased. The build quality and tone are amazing and in line with guitars costing hundreds more. Truthfully, I was in the market to try something new and find that instrument that would hold my interest for a lifetime of enjoyment. This guitar is it. I would've never considered fanned frets (which I actually find EASIER to play) nor an 8 string, had this affordable option not been available. I think that sometimes there's an enjoyment factor to creating music that gets lost in the technology and brand, and the monetary commitment that results from it. You've offered an affordable instrument that holds huge value in quality and fun, and kept my interest in guitar playing alive, and I appreciate that. Thank you!
Greg

FAQ

Question: What are the benefits of a pre-amp and 3 band equalizer?
Answer: The pre-amp and 3 band equalizer give you access to certain frequencies that can help shape your sound on the move without going to your amp or pedal board. This is ideal for when you are playing live. They open a big range of tones and allow precise control while you boost your highs, mids, and lows.

Question: What is the advantage of playing a multi-scaled guitar?
Answer: The multi-scale provides the advantage of having a longer scale length for the lower strings and a shorter scale length for the higher strings. When bass strings have a longer scale, you can achieve a snappier, brighter, and clearer tone. When the treble strings have a shorter scale they produce an inherently warmer, mellower tone. This makes for a tonally balanced instrument. Straight scale instruments tend to suffer from drawbacks: extended scale instruments' high notes can sound shrill and piercing and short scale instruments' low notes can sound muddy. The multi-scale system allows for a "best of both worlds" approach.

Question: I received my guitar and there is some fret buzz. What do I do?
Answer: Your guitar was set up and buzz free when it was shipped. However the neck may have moved during shipment. This video should help: Set Up Tips.
Question: What is your return policy for this item?
Answer: See our detailed policy by clicking on "Return Policy" on the right side of the home page.

Question: Where is the Agile Renaissance made?
Answer: Agile guitars are made in South Korea and Vietnam.