Epiphone Masterbilt guitars are built to such great specifications that they rival overly expensive "higher-end" guitars. The AJ500R is crafted with a solid rosewood body and topped with solid sitka spruce providing both warmth and character that only gets better with age. A rosewood fingerboard on a mahogany neck provide smooth playability. Masterbilt guitars provide quality to last for years whenever, wherever, or however you use them.
Sound: I bought aj500r the other day.IT has a excellent sound.remind me of 1956 gibson flat top I used to play when I was 15 year old .I have a 1995 alvarez, and 1989 taylor 810,I play and love the sound of both,I TRADED a a 1984 guild gadg212 string and was going to buy a gibson,til I picked up the aj500r.wonderful sound ,great action,excellent looks,resonable price.IM a70 year old guitar picker.And play by ear and love acoustic guitar picking sound. IF YOU do too,Try this guitar out you will surely be impressed like I was.Try this guitar you wont be sorry. trust me.