ZAD-50CE OM

My "ZAGER" GUITAR came standard with Fishman Electronics. That includes the Tuner, Pick-ups and EQ. The equipment has held up great and I have owned the guitar for just shy of 5 years. It's the Orchestra Model and about 15% smaller than the standard acoustic everyone seems to make. I have other far more expensive guitars both electric and acoustic but I don't even pick them up much since buying my ZAGER 50 OM. 

Set-up is Awesome right out of the Box! I will say my good friend has a 30 year old "Big Dollar" Martin Guitar and my Zager 50 "That only cost me $550.00 hangs right with his $4,000 plus Martin. As for flaws. There seems to be a little blemish in the clear coat on the backside of the guitar. It may have come from rubbing against my belt.

I am very one sided when it comes to my Zager Guitar. Though most of my playing is "Unplugged" it sounds great either way.  I really don't have any dislikes at all and I have had 5 years to find one!  I am very picky and a true "Type A" Perfectionist that wants things to work right.  For this Zager Guitar to make me satisfied enough to write this e-mail says tons! 

This things is still good to go like the day I bought it almost 5 years ago. I would and do recommend this Zager Guitar to anyone who is looking to purchase. If your just starting to play, I wouldnt even consider anything else.  It's just to easy on your fingers to go with something other than the Zager!

The Guys @ Zager have always been on the money!  I am a very hard customer to please and they made it easy.

No complaints.  Couldn't ask for anything more!  It fits my price point, style, ease of play and size just perfect!

smaller body mahogany cutaway with spruce top, sealed Grover tuners, gloss finish, built in electronics system w/equalizer and electronic tuner, abalone inlay around sound hole

Finish is beautiful, guitar looks flawless. They really paid attention to detail and it shows. Action is amazingly easy without the buzzing that can occur when strings are lowered too far.

The smaller body doesn't have the booming bass of a dreadnought, but the natural overall sound is surprisingly rich and full. Highs are crisp and clean, great for fingerpicking. Through a simple cube amplifier with light effects, the guitar sounds great, very lyrical and melodious.

The ZAD has held up very well after a year and a half of owning the guitar and of constant playing. The craftsmanship is of such high quality, I'm sure it will continue to get better with age. One hardware issue to mention (see customer support section). 

The electronics system malfunctioned recently, causing a crackling noise and eventually cutting out altogether. Guitar repairman recommended contacting Zager company to find out the brand so I could buy a new one. Zager's customer service is the best; not only do they have a 100% money back guarantee if you're not happy with the instrument, they replaced the whole electronics system for me after a year at no cost. If there were an 11 rating on your scale, I would definitely give it.  

I also own a beautiful rich-voiced Taylor 810 dreadnought which I've had for nearly twenty years. After being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis five years ago, I found it more and more difficult to play my Taylor for very long without difficulty. My ZAD is so easy to play because of the low action, I often play for 2-3 hours at a time with no stiffness or hand fatigue. I have to confess, I hardly touch my Taylor any more! I couldn't be happier with my guitar. Not only is it a beauty; it has a wonderful tone, sound even better amplified, and you won't find better customer service anywhere. I tell all my friends about it. 

New guitar, made last year. "OM" sized guitars are 15% smaller than their full size guitars. They have a narrower waist which makes them sit lower in your lap and are easier to hold and get your arm around. Solid Spruce/Mahogany, Abalone Inlay Rosette, Chrome Hardware, Grover Tuners, 20 frets  

I only had to retune it when it came out of it's case. It plays so easy , the best as far as my experience with ac.guitars goes. And it has a beautifull finish! Made with love.

Sounds crispy & full of tone

Don't know yet.This weekend will be it's first gig.

The people there are very friendly and their warranty is great!!

I've been playing for 30 years now. I play all different styles and for my acoustic work I usualy took my Taylor. This Zager is a little smaller and lighter and plays easier. The sound comes close to expensive Martin guitars. The only thing I'd wish to add is the strapbutton on the nek.