Zager ZAD-50CE

This acoustic/electric guitar has a solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, and a rosewood fretboard. Dreadnought with a full size venetian cutaway box. It also has a built in transducer and electronics with an onboard tuner.

This guitar has a very bright, crisp, beautiful tone. Deep lows and aggressive mids and highs, it really sings! The guitar resonates and has great projection. Not only does the sound fill the room it actually fills my entire house! I love it! Its intonation is perfect and harmonics are a breeze on this guitar.

Here is where this Zager really shines. The action is perfect! I've spent hours in several music stores over several months playing all guitars from $600 to over $3000 and I can honestly say that my ZAD-50CE is the best sounding and playing guitar out of them all. I found a few $2000- $3000 guitars that either sounded as good as or looked as good as my guitar but I haven't found one that could beat my guitar in both sound and playability. The workmanship of this guitar is flawless.

I've had this guitar for 1 year, and I have bumped it several times and it hasn't affected the guitar one bit. I also have a toddler that likes to help me play and my guitar has taken that abuse without skipping a beat. Zager has a lifetime guarantee on all their guitars. This thing is definitely built to last. It tunes easily and always stays in tune.

No "fine print" with Zager they hold up to every claim they make. One of the biggest reasons I decided to try this guitar was because of Zagers 100% money back guarantee. I first ordered one of their guitars that had been discounted due to some marks on the guitar. It played and sounded perfect but the marks on the guitar were too much for me. When I let them know that I wanted to return the guitar they emailed me a prepaid UPS shipping label within the hour. As soon as they received the guitar a 100% refund was issued immediately with no questions or problems, they even refunded my shipping charge! No other company does that! Their customer service is hands down the best I have ever seen, anywhere! Before I purchased this guitar, I sent them an email with several questions at around 9pm and to my surprise I received a detailed response within 15 minutes! Their knowledge about guitars has been invaluable to me even though I have played for over six years.

If you want a $3000 guitar for under $650 then a Zager ZAD-50CE is the only way to go. This guitar is one of the best purchases I have ever made. This guitar holds its own against $2000 - $3000 guitars in every category. The thing that I love best about my guitar is the bright, aggressive tone and it's perfect action and playability. I love this guitar so much that I decided to purchase a second Zager guitar (ZAD-80). Take my advice and buy a Zager, I bet you'll love your guitar every bit as much as I love mine.

Nice workmanship. A very light weight guitar.

It has a thin sound, reminds me of a Strat, but lacks depth, especially in the bass. My $600.00 Washburn is a lot more balanced in tone.

The action wasn't nearly what they touted! I took it to a certified luthier for readjustment, which it really needed! The only thing that made it easy to play was the ridiculously light strings! (.010) I wouldn't buy another one and will put this one up for sale.

Only played it about 20 hours, but no problems so far.

Good customer support. I guess I'm just too picky. Played pro and studio for years, just finished 5th album.

Been playing 31 years. Wish it was set up as well as they claimed.

single cutaway dreadnaught, spruce top, mahogany back and sides, Grovers, tortoise shell pickguard, Fishman electronics (with tuner and equalizer), abalone rosette, action lowered and VERY comfortable!

I do both delicate finger picking and hard rythm pounding. This guitar rings out with sound--very bright throughout the whole spectrum. It rivals (and in some ways surpasses) my 1974 Guild D25. This is becoming my favorite guitar.

Truly easy to play for hours on end. Not a single flaw to be found in the binding, inlays, grain match, no buzzing. Came out of the case after delivery and was in tune and ready to go. The guys at the club thought I was pulling a brand new Martin out of the case! btw, the optional hardshell case is top notch.

I've had it for 3 months now, banging on it daily. Although the guitar is fairly light weight, it seems quite solid. Nothing is coming apart, looks as if this should last many many years. The other 11 guitars I have require tuning and minor adjustments every time I take them out of the case. Not this one. Truly Plug and Play.

Every email I've sent to Dennis Zager Jr. has been answered not just within 24 hours, but usually within half an hour! They offer complete satisfaction. Period. No small print. If you don't like it, return it. I'll repeat part of their guarantee because it really says it--"the only guitar company who offers a 100% money back guarantee that includes all shipping, handling and insurance charges both ways...No restocking fees, no hidden charges, no BS." Dennis takes the time to help you with what you want and ensures you get the right guitar for your needs. I don't think they get many (if any) returns! I'd rate this one even higher than 10 if I could.

Been playing for 40 years. I own Guilds, Gibsons, Fenders, Epiphone, Ibanez, Schecter, (and Zagers!) electrics and acoustics. Play rock, metal, praise, country. I will compare this to any guitar you want--it will sound as good if not better. I liked this guitar so much, I bought a second one in black. Wish I could get the higher end model (SAD-80CE, cedar top with rosewood sides/back) but they have no more and Denny has retired. The only negative about this ZAD-50CE is that it's not quite as pretty as the ZAD-80CE! If somebody needs more info, have Harmony Central forward me your email.

USA
18 frets
EZ-Play Modified
- Full size Dreadnought
- 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

The sound is large and warm with a good mix of lows and highs. I primarily play contemporary christian music.

I received a clip on pick up with this acoustic guitar for free. It also came with an additional set of strings, a guitar stand and pics.

This guitar has a professional set up. It plays not only well, but is very easy on the hands and fingers. No buzzing or aquward pressing necessary. The guitar makes me WANT to practice.

This guitar is absolutly new to me. I have a 100% lifetime gurantee and am completly confident that this will last a lifetime. This company has GREAT coustomer service and if there ever were a problem I am confident that it would be taken care of promptly.

Everythign about this guitar screams quality. All guitars are gone over by one person, Denny himself. This ensures not only the best materials and workmanship, but also consistency.

The best customer support there is.

They are very friendly and helpful. They are also ALWAYS around. Just give them an email and see how quickly they get back to you!

Never had to have it repaired, but the warranty speaks for itself.

100% satisfaction gurantueed. No risks for trying one out.

The warranty is simple. Lifetime on all guitars. A quality guitar should last a lifetime and if it doesn't it wasn't a quality guitar to begin with.

Just read and view the many videos on the website. Everything is very precise. I am glad I chose the guitar I did. The next Zager I choose to buy will have internal electronics. This will only be for ease of use.

I have worked in the instrument manufacturing business in the past. I also have a degree in music. With these things I mind I know quality when I see it and play it, and this is simply some of the best out there.

NO other guitar out there is going to be customized in this way for this price.

This is a beautiful cutaway dreadnought. It has a solid spruce top with mahogany sides and back. Twenty fret rosewood fretboard. Sealed Grover tuners and strung with Martin extra-light strings. Abalone inlays at the sound hole set off the mirror bright finish of this instrument. Best of all is the "string science" done by master luthier Zager. Hand cut and fitted frets, nut, bridge and an extra low setup with absolutely NO STRING BUZZ!

I play mostly country and gospel with a little classic rock thrown in for good measure. It's suprisingly simple to coax beautiful chords from this guitar. While not really a great set up for a heavy handed player, if thats your deal, you can overplay the loudest cowboy in the room with ease.

Perfect from top to bottom. A Zager trademark!

You might find a tougher acoustic guitar, but it won't sound as good as this one. I'd put it up against anything out there for finish and durability.

Any inquiries are answered within minutes. Customer service is number one at this small family owned company.

I wish I had found this guitar when I began playing (at age 52), it would have saved me much frustration and many sore fingers. I've relegated my upper end Yamaha to a luthier project, to try and get somewhere near the playability of the Zager.If I could change anything, I would buy the higher end model, with the cedar top. I still might!

I just purchased my second Zager [E-Z play ] guitar, this one with all the electronics. These are made here in the USA by a small company, and are the best sounding and easy playing guitars I have ever tried. Absolutely beautiful, with solid spruce top, and mahogany and rosewood for the neck and frets and a super transparent finish. The electronics are excellent and easy to use. Included with this incredible guitar was several tools, strings and stand. I can't say enough to praise this guitar and it's makers. Check out their website and see for yourself, and also hear demos.

This Zager guitar has everything from a very full rich sound to a much more sharp, bright, almost tinny tone. There is no noise or buzzing at any setting. I really prefer the rich, full sound for the type of music I play.

Everything was absolutely perfect when I received the guitar. No flaws, nothing mismatched, nothing loose or mis-adjusted. Amazing.

This is my 2nd Zager guitar, and since the first one still looks and plays *brand new*, I know that this guitar will be even better playing gigs. Most dependable guitar I have had, and I've had many other brands over the years. Very solid and trustworthy, so a backup is really not necessary unless it's there to cover a broken string!

The company is extremely friendly and helpful. You actually deal with the maker and he keeps in contact with you to let you know how it's coming along. Phone calls and emals are always informative and pleasant. The warranty is lifetime, and I've never had to have a repair on either guitar.

I've been playing for 35 yrs. and also own an Ovation. What I love best is the ease of pushing the strings. They lay low to the neck and the touch is so gentle and easy on the fingers. I can play so much longer than on other guitars. This is the main reason I choose a 2nd Zager. After trying out other guitars, I went back to buying a better model of Zager.

Accustic/Electric, Black in finish, Cutaway, Grover Tuners, Built in Tuner and EQ, Most important -- The Zager String Science -- Lower Strings, Wider Spacing, Nice Neck. This is a Players Guitar.....
Also Came with a Very Nice All Black case with Company logo on it.Gives you a Real good preview of what is to come...

Awesome Sound, This Guitar sounds better than anything me guitar buddies and I have ever heard. It is clear, Rich, and Full. Sounds Great!!!!

Everything was just perfect, There was no unexpected flaws at all, The Best looking guitar in our group.....

You can tell it is well built---Bottom Line!!!!

Are you kidding me, They make you feel like family. Very Very helpful, and are always there if you need them. Dennis, Denny Have there Customer service Down!!!!!

I Would recommend this to anyone that is needing a guitar, I don't care if you have played for 40 years or 4 days you we appreciate the Hardwork That the Zager's put in there guitars.....

I purchased a Zager ZAD-50CE acoustic guitar from Zager.com about 4 years ago and really love it. It has a great sound and it's quality is second to none. Not being an excellent guitarist myself, I have to rely on my friends who play Taylors, who have said that my Zager plays much easier and sounds just as good or better than their Taylors. When I play their guitars, my fingers start to hurt after a few short minutes because the action is too high. So, why pay more for a Taylor or other guitar, when you can have an awesome sounding, highest quality guitar. Plus, it has a lifetime warranty!

My hat goes off to Zager and company- an great American company with a great product at a great price.

Thanks Denny, Sr. and Denny, Jr. and all your family and staff.

Al Upshaw
North Carolina

I think it has an awesome sound. With a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides, it puts out good low notes and crisp highs..

The action, fit and finish is second to none. The action is lowered to make it easier to play and the bridge is widened slightly, so it's easier for your fingers to get all the chords.

I've had mine for 4 years and it looks like it did when it came out of the box. It has stayed in tune, with very few adjustments.

You can't ask for better support than with the Zagers.

I rate the guitar a 10, no question. If it were lost or stolen, I would buy another one ASAP.

This is a 2008 dreadnaught cutaway acoustic electric guitar, Serial number S107030033. It has a solid spruce top, mahogany sides and back. It has fishman electronics, and a rosewood fretboard. I also has Grover sealed tuners. Although the strings are spaced slightly futher apart, the neck plays as if it was smaller. This was a concern before I bought the guitar, as I have small hands and thought if the strings were farther apart the neck would be wider and harder to play..not so. The finish is gloss black, really gloss black! The guitar came with a built in turner, and the case has a temp and humidity gage. Also a small portable guitar stand,an allen wrench and extra stings came with it.

My main style is Electric blues, but up here it is mostly country western and blue grass. I need an acoustic I could play. My hands and fingers have been stiffening up and I was having a hard time playing my Takamine accoustic. My sister in california alerted me to the Zager website. I use an old crate with tubes and Zager sounds great thru it. With or without the amp, the Zager realy has a big rich sound. I've only had this guitar for 10 days, but have played 3 gigs and about 6 jam sessions at the Alaskan State fair. This guitar played easier and sounded better than most of the big name guitars that were there,.

The action was low and actually fast, with no fret buzz. I don't know you can make the finish any better. With the gloss black you can't hide anything, and there was nothing to hide. The electronics worked perfectly. What more can you ask for?

The guitar did stand up to live playing and in adverse conditions..high humidity. The sealed grover tuners are built to last. I feel this guitar is dependable, and eventhough it's been used a lot during the last ten days, it's still been only ten days. There is a life time guarantee. I never go on a gig with out a backup ever since I had a cocktail waitress spill a tray of drinks over my guitar and me in Las Vegas.

Always ready to answer questions before and after purchase, and quickly too.

I've playing for over 40 years. I own a Gibson Lucille and a Country gentleman, a USA standard telecaster and a Takamine acoustic. If my Zager was lost or stolen I would definitely buy another. I have played other acoustics that were much more expensive, but the zager played the easiest and sounded great. I wish it had a couple more frets.

The ZAD-50CE is loaded with features that are usually associated with much more expensive guitars from the solid spruce top to the mahogany sides and back. It is a full size dreadnought with a cutaway. It has an onboard tuner and equalizer but this guitar rarely gets out of tune. It has a rosewood bridge and fret board as well as sealed Grover tuning gears. The finish was outstanding and it is a beautiful instrument.

I have compared the sound of this guitar with Taylor's that cost into the thousands of dollars and can truthfully say that the Zager sounds just as good or better. My brother-in-law who owns a high end Martin is considering the purchase of a Zager because of it's superior crisp sound. I had my wife listen to the Zager and my other guitar and she said that the difference in sound was quite noticeable.

When I received the guitar, it was in tune. I could not detect any flaws in the finish or anything else of the guitar. The gloss finish is just beautiful.

The Zager appears to be very solid and I would not hesitate to use this at a gig without a backup. It appears to be extremely durable but I have not had it long enough to be sure but I have played it for two or three hours almost daily and have yet to see any wear. I believe it will last as long as me. I do wish that Zager would have put the top strap button on where they recommend rather than me having to take it to someone to do this. I gave this a 9 only because of the strap button issue.

This guitar has a lifetime warranty and Zager even pays the shipping both ways. They will give you your money back or replace/repair your guitar with no questions asked. They have answered all of my emails within hours and been extremely courteous. You cannot get a better warranty than what they give.

I have been playing for a couple of years but have owned the Zager since April and this is now the only guitar that I use. If I lost this guitar , I would not hesitate to buy another one. I have compared it with Taylors and Martins and truly believe that it sounds as good, if not better.