Alvarez Artist Series LJ2CESHB Little Jumbo Cutaway – Shadowburst

The Alvarez LJ2CESHB is the ultimate evolution of the small-body acoustic, combining portability with a "big" professional voice. Featuring a Solid A+ Sitka Spruce top and a striking Shadowburst finish, this "Little Jumbo" is engineered to eliminate the "muddy" or "tubby" sound often found in travel guitars. Whether you’re heading to the beach, touring, or relaxing at home, the LJ2CESHB delivers a level of clarity, balance, and volume that is truly surprising for its size.

Angkor Music Luthier Inspection & Setup

Small-scale guitars require a delicate touch to ensure perfect intonation and ease of play. At Angkor Music, our full-time in-house luthier personally completes a professional walkthrough of every LJ2CESHB. We carefully adjust the neck relief, optimize the string action, and hand-check the real bone nut and saddle. You receive an instrument that isn't just travel-ready, but stage-ready, with a playability standard that far exceeds factory-out-of-the-box settings.

Sophisticated Engineering in a Travel Frame

The secret to the LJ2CESHB’s projection lies in its internal architecture. By applying full-sized design philosophy to a compact frame, Alvarez has created a travel guitar that acts like a professional dreadnought.

  • Solid A+ Sitka Spruce Top: A high-grade soundboard that provides a bright, responsive tonal core that matures the more you play it.
  • FS6 Forward Shifted Bracing: By moving the bracing system forward and using tapered tone bars, the soundboard area is maximized to heighten vibration and volume.
  • Cutaway Design: The addition of a sleek cutaway allows for effortless access to the upper frets, providing more versatility for lead lines and complex chords.

Premium Appointments & Modern Aesthetics

The Shadowburst finish gives this guitar a high-end, custom look that stands out in any collection.

  • Real Bone Nut & Saddle: While other travel guitars use plastic, we use genuine bone to ensure maximum energy transfer from the strings to the bridge.
  • African Mahogany Back & Sides: Provides a warm, focused mid-range that perfectly complements the shimmer of the spruce top.
  • Ergonomic Dimensions: With a 600mm (23 5/8") scale length and a comfortable 1 3/4" nut width, this guitar feels substantial and professional under the fingers.

Stage Ready with SYS250 Electronics

Equipped with the SYS250 EQ system, the LJ2CESHB is ready to plug into any PA or amplifier. It features a large, easy-to-read backlit digital tuner and 3-band EQ controls. To keep your instrument safe on the road, it ships with the AGB15 Deluxe Alvarez 15mm Duo-Foam Gig Bag, providing superior protection against the elements.

Specifications

Model LJ2CESHB (Little Jumbo Cutaway)
Top Wood Solid A+ Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides African Mahogany
Scale Length 600mm (23 5/8")
Electronics SYS250 EQ with Backlit Tuner
Included Accessory Alvarez AGB15 15mm Deluxe Gig Bag

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Shadowburst finish durable?
Yes, Alvarez uses a flawless satin/semi-gloss finish that is applied thinly to optimize the wood's resonance while providing excellent protection against wear and tear during travel.

Why is the 1 3/4" nut width important on a small guitar?
Many small guitars have narrow nuts that feel cramped. The 1 3/4" (44.45mm) nut width on the LJ2CESHB provides a familiar "full-size" feel, making it easier to play cleanly, especially for fingerstyle.

How does the Angkor Music setup improve this travel guitar?
Short-scale guitars are sensitive to string tension. Our luthier ensures the intonation is spot-on and the action is low enough for comfort but high enough to maintain the guitar's surprising volume.

SKU LJ2ESHB
Brand Alvarez
Unit Of Measure ea

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