Zager ZAD-50 OM

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL GUITAR.

SOUNDS BETTER THAN ANY OF MY OTHER 4 GUITARS. RICH,BRIGHT SOUND ON THE TOP STRINGS AND A DEEP CRISP SOUND ON THE BASS STRINGS.

GUITAR IS EXTREMELY PLAYABLE. I LOVE THE SOUNDS AND THE SIZE OF THIS INSTRUMENT. I CAN FIND NO FLAWS OR ANY FAULT WITH THIS GUITAR.

SO FAR SO GOOD. I HAVE NOT HAD IT LONG ENOUGH TO COMMENT ON DURABILITY.

THE COMPANY IS A FAMILY BUSINESS AND THEY MAKE ME FEEL LIKE I'M A PART OF THE FAMILY. EXTREMELY IMPRESSED WITH THEIR CONCERN AND DESIRE TO MAKE THE CUSTOMER (ME) FEEL COMFORTABLE AND SATISFIED.

BEEN PLAYING GUITAR OFF AND ON FOR OVER 40 YEARS. THIS IS THE BEST SOUNDING, AND MOST ATTRACTIVE GUITAR I HAVE OWNED. GUITARS THAT SOUND SIMILIAR TO MINE ARE 2 TO 3 TIMES AS EXPENSIVE. THIS IS A GREAT VALUE.

Solid wood construction, solid spruce top, rosewood bridge and neck, hand scalloped bracing

Crisp and clear, balanced intonation, records well and has great volume-- no electronics onboard

This guitar is set up beautifully-- action is low and it is very easy to play-- barre chords are a snap too

Very solid construction and am certain that Zager stands behind each instrument aand are very responsive and accessible

Highly responsive people and very friendly!

I have been playing 20+ years and have primarily been a classical guitarist. Zager has helped make my transition to steel strings a breeze as I am playing more accompaniament that requires a different instrument.

- EZ-Play Modified Acoustic
- Smaller Orchestra Size
- Solid Spruce Top
- Mahogany Back & Sides
- Rosewood Bridge
- Rosewood Fret-Board
- Gloss Finish
- Scalloped X-bracing
- Hand carved custom nut
- Hand carved custom saddle
- Hand filed frets
- Sealed Grover Tuning Gears
- Abalone inlay rosette
- Tortoise shell pick guard
- Genuine "Martin" Strings

I really like the OM size. I am small framed with small hands and even though I have been playing for over 25 years, I have not been able to afford a guitar that would fit me as well nor have the sound quality that this model does. The EZ-Play Modification to the guitar has made playing a joy again without the pain or the buzz.

Although the sound should be 15% lower than a full-size guitar, I really can't tell the difference in my living room. For a brand new guitar the sounds (lows and highs) are perfect and I know that the guitar???s sound will better with age.

I have always wanted to be able to play finger style guitar and the Zager ZAD-50 OM is just perfect for me. I couldn't be happier.

I thoroughly inspected the guitar when I received it and there were no flaws to be found. The guitar received a Certificate of Authenticity and the instrument was thoroughly cleaned, hand waxed, and buffed. I have never had that type of customer service from any guitar store or music shop in my life.

It took 5 days to receive the guitar via UPS, when it arrived it was in tune. The Zager ZAD-50 is truly a joy to play.

I was never made aware or told by any guitar salesperson, even when I looked at $2,000 guitars that I could or even should have a guitar modified to fit my particular needs and playing style by adjusting the nut and saddle heights or that the fret can be files to reduce "string bite". I always thought the more you pay the better the guitar will play.

My Zager proved that wrong. It sounds and plays like a $2,000 guitar at a quarter of the cost.

I was never made aware or told by any guitar salesperson, even when I looked at $2,000 guitars that I could or even should have a guitar modified to fit my particular needs and playing style by adjusting the nut and saddle heights or that the fret can be files to reduce "string bite". I always thought the more you pay the better the guitar will play.

My Zager proved that wrong. It sounds and plays like a $2,000 guitar at a quarter of the cost.

Just knowing that I have a life-time 100% guarantee in case anything should fail is good enough for me.

As the Zager Guitar web site states: Zager guitar company offers a 100% money back guarantee that includes all shipping, handling and insurance charges both ways...No restocking fees. Obviously they must have a quality product to offer this kind of warranty and service. If not they wouldn't be in business for 37 years. So obviously they are doing something right.

Every contact I have had, either by telephone or email has been friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. This type of customer service is a rarity this day and age. What more can a consumer ask for.

First let me finish by saying I am not a professional musciian, do not get paid by Zager Guitar, and have no affiliation to their company. I am just a hobbiest who loves to play the guitar for my perosnal enjoyment.

For the past 25 years I have purchased no less than 10 guitars. I have purchased acoustic, classical, and electric guitars with prices ranging from $250.00 to $1,500.00. Each acoustic without fail would end up in the back of my closet and later sold for a loss. I have never been able to find an acoustic guitar that just plain didn't hurt my fingers and buzz on some chords.

I wasn't able to play for long period of times without finger cramping and eventual frustration. Playing the acoustic guitar was not fun for me, yet that was the guitar I always wanted to play. With my Zager guitar I find myself looking forward to playing and the time flies without the painful fingers and buzzing.

I would certainly recommend this guitar for any level of player and especially for a beginner (wish I started with one). I truly believe that the EZ-Play modification is a science and not a marketing gimmick.

2007 Orchestra model
Spruce top
solid mahogany back and sides
all gloss
rosewood bridge and fretboard
mahogany neck
grover sealed tuners
abalone inlays
no electrics

I fingerpick blues and folk. It's very good for this. The sound is crisp and clear in the mids and highs, okay in the lows, as are pretty much any OM size guitar. I was surprised how good the sound is for a guitar at this price.

The finish is striking and the wood is apparently of high quality. The gloss is uniform and really beautiful. The sides and back are a honey-colored mahogany finish. The bridge is beautiful rosewood and finished nicely too. The action is really where Zager has done something special. It is remarkably low without any buzz. I also have a Martin OM 18V which I absolutely love to play -- I bought the Zager as an extra guitar to have at work or to travel with -- but I find the Zager even easier to play than the Martin. I can play barre chords without touching the neck with my thumb! Anyone who is learning would find this guitar very easy to use.

Don't know yet, but everything looks to be sound and solid.

I e-mailed Zager with questions and received a friendly response within ten minutes. Zager offers a 100% refund and free shipping costs if anyone is not satisfied with their purchase. Their company seems rather refreshing to deal with. I have no problems with them.

I've been playing off and on for 30 years. I have a Martin OM 18V and have owned a Taylor 414, a Gibson SJ, and a Martin SWOMGT, and a Harmony Sovereign dreadnaught. The Zager sounds kinda like the Taylor and is easier to play than all of them. For the price, I think the Zager is the best deal of all of them too. I'm extremely pleased with it. From what I've read, a lot of people suspect that the Zagers are not for real. I never heard of them before a month ago, but I believe they are for real. The guitar speaks for itself.

Zager EZ-Play Modified
Smaller Orchestra Model
Solid Spruce Top
Mahogany Back & Sides
Rosewood bridge
Rosewood fret-board
Gloss Finish
Scalloped X-bracing
Hand-Carved Custom Saddle
Hand-Carved Custom Saddle
Hand filed frets
Sealed Grover Tuning Gears
Abalone Inlay Rosette
Tortoise Shell Pickguard

Tone, pitch, and volume are fantastic and well-balanced for a smaller body guitar than a full-size dreadnought.

Zager EZ-Play Modified for low action and easy playablility.

No flaws in finish or construction of the guitar.

Gloss finish is evenly distributed and seems as though it should last for many years.

There are no strap buttons installed; however the owner SHIPPED SEPARATELY AND FREE OF CHARGE a set of chrome and a set of brass strap buttons to accommodate this guitar as well as my other Zager guitar I recently purchased, an EZ-Play Zager ZAD-50CE Acoustic Electric.

The owner and his staff are extremely friendly, caring, and professional music instrument retailers--listed in order of proficiency.

Not only did they include many extras FREE OF CHARGE AND FREE OF SHIPPING COSTS, but they TRULY CARE ABOUT SERVING THE CUSTOMER'S DESIRES, WANTS, AND NEEDS.

I look forward to being a repeat customer again.

I highly rate this instrument and any EZ-Play Zager guitar, whether it is a Zager or Martin modified guitar.

I own two Zager brands as well as a Martin D16A guitar. I believe my Zager guitars equally match the Martin guitar's construction and performance characteristics.

Finally, the lower-priced Zager guitars DO NOT compromise quality!

The EZ-Play Zager ZAD-50 OM Acoustic is the orchestra model sized guitar meaning it is about 15% smaller than full-sized guitars.
They have a narrower waist and are easier to hold and get your arm around. In addition, Zager guitars have a unique string system with lowered strings and wider string spacing that make them very easy to play.

Here are the features:

- EZ-Play Modified
- Smaller Orchestra Size
- Solid Spruce Top
- Mahogany Back & Sides
- Rosewood Bridge
- Rosewood Fret-Board
- Gloss Finish
- Scalloped X-bracing
- Hand carved custom nut
- Hand carved custom saddle
- Hand filed frets
- Sealed Grover Tuning Gears
- Abalone inlay rosette
- Tortoise shell pick guard
- Genuine "Martin" Strings
- 100% money back guarantee
- Lifetime warranty

My music interests are in folk, country and popular. As a woman I wanted a guitar size that I could easily get my right arm around. Although this smaller guitar also decreases the loudness slightly, the tone is very clear and resonant and bright. Tonal quality was very important in my guitar choice and I'm very pleased with the Zager!

This is a beautiful guitar. It has expert craftsmanship. It arrived at my door in only 4 days, and was only slightly out of tune.

Zager guitars have a 100% lifetime warranty. As mine is brand new, no repair is needed. Never-the-less my interactions with the company have been very prompt, courteous and friendly. I've been impressed with Zager Guitar Inc. from the first.

I've been playing on and off for 40 years. I have two other guitars: an old classical guitar and a Fender acoustic. Neither is as easy to play as the Zager, nor has this level of quality.

I recently decided to resume playing guitar again and was searching for a new insrument. I went to local music stores and tried out Epiphones, and Gibsons, etc. While tempted by the Epiphone Masterbilt, I'm glad I discovered the Zager website before purchasing as this one has better features at an affordable price. I love it and expect to love it for many years to come! I would replace this guitar with another just like it in a heartbeat.

Flawless high gloss finish.Finish is stunning. I like high gloss finish and this is the best I've seen. Solid spuce top. Mahog back and sides. Rosewood fret board. Abalone inlay at rosette. White edge-binding around body and neck. Humidity and temp sensor included with case. G

Above average sound for a Spruce top guitar. Very bright (typical of spruce/mahog). It is a little thin on the bass end of tonality but this is very typical of Spruce guitars.

Great action from factory. As good as some high end guitars. and better than most. Frets not as smooth to run as some high end guitars but superior to many entry to mid level guitars.

This is my second Zager guitar. they are built first class. Very stable. Excellent bracing. Lifetime fisih I'm sure.

The customer service is unsurpassed. This is the icing on the cake for my purchase. They answered all my questions and were fast and friendly. Great! Greast! Great customer service.

I've been playing seriously for over 25 years. I've owned several and played a great many wounderful guitars. This zager product is as good as any I've played. I prefer the Zad80OM. This review is for the Zad50OM and if your looking for the best bang for your buck, this is it. Before you settle for that low end guitar spend the same money on a really superb guitar.

Smaller Orchestra Model "OM" - 15% smaller than full size guitar
Solid spruce top, Mahogany back & sides
Sealed "Grover" Tuning Gear
Abalone inlay rosette
Tortoise shell pick guard
Gloss finish
Hand carved custom nut
Hand carved custom saddle
Hand filed frets
Scalloped X-bracing
Rosewood bridge
Rosewood fret-board
Genuine "Martin" Strings
Zager EZ-Play Modified-
slimmer neck - easier to hold
smaller frets - don't bite into fingers
Narrower waist - sits lower in lap - easier to hold & get arm around

This guitar has a full rich sound that surpasses any guitar I have tried. I am new to playing, but have tried many - most well out of my price range.

This guitar was modified, by hand by Denny Zager himself and signed by him. His EZ Play guitar is significantly easier to play. I can play this guitar for hours. I have yet to have my fingers hurt, even after two or more hours of playing. Awesome!!! No flaws that I can see. Personally checked by Denny before shipping.

I believe this guitar will withstand anyone's live playing, tho I won't be doing it for a while, if at all. It's for my own personal pleasure. The hardware and finish are top-notch. I expect it will last, and if I do have a problem, I have a lifetime warranty. Yes, I can depend on it.

I've only had it two months, but it has a lifetime warranty. I've had several email and voice conversations with them. They answered my questions and concerns in a very timely manner, was kind, helpful and courteous and I have no doubt that the service will be just as good.

I have been "trying" to play for several years. I also own an Ibanez, but don't know the model. I find it very hard to fret, which is why the Zager appealed to me. I researched it and asked questions before I bought, but they offer a money back guarantee, including shipping charges, so how could I go wrong? If my guitar was lost or stolen, I wouldn't hesitate one second to order another Zager guitar. I love the ease of playing, easier than any other guitar I've picked up, the fact that I can play it for hours without my fingers killing me (tops 15 minutes with Ibanez), I love the rich tone this guitar has, I love how beautiful this guitar looks, I love the quality I got in this guitar for the price. I looked at Martins in the local store, which I could not afford, and another Ibanez, which was no better than the one I own.
I realize in your instructions that you say nothing is perfect and that this may not be published. But I can't find anything wrong with my purchase or my purchase experience. It's been awesome. I also signed up for Zager on-line classes and am finally learning to play and I'm more excited about it than I have ever been. I'll be happy to forward my testimonial that I sent the Zager's if you like, and I mean every word of it. As to your statement that "nothing is perfect" - as the song goes, "it's close enough to perfect to me".

Gloss finish OM style body
Grover sealed non locking tuners
Fast neck. Scale seems shorter that the 251/2 Most of my arsenal has. and this is good for me
20 total. 14 at the joint
Solid Spruce top
Mahogany back/sides with neck and body bindings. Abalone inlay rosette

I play finger pick mostly. Very suitable for me
when used Fender Frontman 15G.
It is acoustic. Not noisy at all.
Rich and vibrant sounds. Somewhat sensual. Unususal for ex light strings.
Great action and fast nrck. Small waist good features for me.
Zager recommends these strings but I like them a little heavier.

Action is very low. Zager is a luthier. He set it up and customized the nut, saddle and frets for remarkably easy playing
top is solid spruce. cannot see any divisions or seams.
This guitar was subjected to above average crqftmansship. It was very clean and well polished

Only time will tell if it will stand road work. I use it in my studio.
Grover tuners (sealed) The name speakes for itself
Only one strap button. I would have preferred none
I play for my own enjoyment. I would put it in front of a crowd but only with frsh strings. The guitar structure is mechanically sound and well braced. It should hold up as long as you use it to make music, not war.
I gave it an 8 only because I would expect it to hold up but dont know factually that it will

Emailed them twice. They were very polite and responsive

Started in 1965. I never asked about scale but as it turned out it is not an issue. Should have asaked about he string guage recommendation. These strings atr a little too light for me. It is probably part of their "String Science" modification they do.
I will definately buy another. I want the 80CE
I wanted to try the EZ Play system they incorporate. I really have enough guitars. Now I want more. No comparison was made to any except the Martin OM series. This is my first OM soo I wanted to keep my investment down. I would have bought it with onboard EQ and pickup.Nothing else to tell at this time. I just plain like playing it. I find it easier to fret than my D28.

USA made in 2006. EZ-play feature is phenomenal for those with smaller hands.

Acoustic folk and Spanish. Zager gave excellent info on which of their products would give the best sound for my requirements and they were right.

Delivered in perfect condition without flaws. Quality exceptional especially considering the price. Compares with my Martin at 3 times the price.

I am not a professional player but see no reason this guitar will not last me a lifetime.

Contact with the company has been exceptional, informative friendly and prompt.

Playing 25 + years. Other guitars include far mor expensive Ibanez and Martin. Because of the EZ play configuration, quality and price I would immediately replace with the same model if lost. This guitar is a gem and the company are as one would expect from a family business, personable and accomodating.