Zager ZAD-80

Solid Cedar Top, Laminated rosewood back and sides, Drednought. They are made in Indonesia. Mine was made in 2005. This info. comes from Denny Sr. himself.

The sound is very rich. Not as good as my D-35, but better than my Guild D-55. And both of those where close to 10 x's the price I paid for the ZAD-80.

Fit and finish were way better than I expected at this price point.

Haven't had it long but it seems better quality than my Guild, it was getting worked on within three weeks of buying it new.

Lifetime warranty. My only problem with the Co. is that they really don't give enough info. on where the Guitars are made and what woods they use. Alot of folks think these are solid wood and are made in the U.S.A. And they aren't. Solid tops, but not the backs and sides. It took three e-mails to finally get the truth. They kept telling me "We get them the same place Martin gets their Sigmas". Denny Sr. finally told me, "Indonesia".

I got mine used and for only $200.00, it was like new. They have recently raised their prices and I'm not sure the new ones are worth the $900.00 bucks it'll cost with a case. But the have a 100% return policy, so get ya one and try it out. If you don't like it send it back. It's as simple as that.

Transparent gloss finish, EZ-Play "String Science" system,
, full size dreadnought, solid cedar top, Grover tuning gears, abalone inlay, rosewood fret-board, bridge, back, and sides

Incredible sound. Rich, warm, and clear. My wife plays mostly acoustic rock, and the guitar sounds like a million bucks. It may not be the absolute best sounding guitar out there, but it's very darn close to the high end units that sell for 3 or 4, or more, times the price. And certainly wildly better than anything else one could even begin to expect in the price range.

Incredibly well set up, with the EZ-Play system, which allows you to play far longer than virtually any other instrument.

Well built, well matched, well finished. The rosewood back and sides are gorgeous. We had one that had a slight cosmetic issue in the finish, which Zager replaced immediately, at no cost to us, including shipping both ways. The second instrument is flawless.

Have only had it a couple of weeks, but it seems very well built. Since they offer a lifetime guarantee, on top of the apparent quality, I have not doubt this instrument will last.

I wish this category went to 11!

This instrument has a lifetime warranty, and a 30 day money-back guarantee. That's believing in your product.

On top of that, their customer service is mind blowing. I emailed them on Christmas morning, informing them of the cosmetic issue on the first guitar. I had an answer in less that two hours, and the new instrument shipped the next day. Dennis Jr. is *incredibly* helpful and pleasant to deal with. I've very rarely had the pleasure of dealing with a company that shows this kind of commitment and customer service.

My wife is the guitarist, she's played for a few years, but hasn't played as much as she could, due to not having an EZ-Play. She's absolutely thrilled with this instrument, due to the sound, beauty, and how very easy it is to play. I have a damaged left hand, and even I can pluck out a few things with it.

As a woodworker (thus the damaged hand), I admire the quality of the wood and construction of the instrument. It is simply gorgeous!

I will be buying a 3/4 size Zager in the next few months for one of our sons, and recommend this company to anyone who will listen.

This instrument would be a deal at twice the price, and for what you pay, it is an incredible buy.

Full size dreadnought box, solid cedar top, sealer "Grover" tuning gears, full abalone inlay, abalone inlay rosette, tortoise shell pick guard, gloss finish, hand carved custom nut, hand carved custom saddle, hand filed frets, scalloped X-bracing, rosewood fret-board, rosewood bridge, rosewood back & sides, genuine "Martin" strings, Zager EX-Play Modified, Lifetime warranty, 100% money back guarantee.

My music style is easy listening folk, some Spanish guitar. This guitar has a superior rich and full sound. The kind of sounds and variet the guitar can make is only limited to the player's ability! I like the feel and looks of the guitar-- there is nothing to dislike.

This guitar was lovingly set up in person by Denny Zager who inspects every guitar he sells. There are no flaws; the action is superb, nothing is wrong with this guitar.

Of course, this guitar will withstand live playing. I have no doubt that it will last forever, and I can depend on the finish to last forever-- it will stand up just fine in a gig without a backup.

There is a lifetime warranty on all Zager guitars-- I feel as if I know Denny Zager personally-- and his staff-- that's how smooth my buying transaction went-- the communication was excellent.

I've been playing off and on since the 60's-- plan to jump right back in again. If stolen, I would replace it with the exact same model. I compared it with a similar Martin-- chose this one because of the EZ-Play feature. (I'm a little bit older than I was in the '60s)

This guitar has a high gloss finish. To all those guys who think it has laminate wood, It doesn't. Please get your facts straight before putting misinformation here. It is a solid body rosewood guitar.

This guitar has outstanding sound. Very loud, very long sustain. It is all affected by how fresh the strings are. You will want to continue using phosphor bronze extra light strings on it but I use Martin marquis as they seem to be the best and last the longest. D'Addarios seem to crap out early.

Very good action, intonation is perfect, gold grover tuners' Very nice. I had a small scratch by the pick guard but not a problem.

This guitar has solid Rosewood back and sides (not laminate as has been reported by a few "I think the back and sides are laminate types". I wouldn't have bought it if it were and no this is not a samick made in the orient. Read the web site and it will tell you all you want to know. The guitar is made in Lincoln Nebraska.

I use this guitar at open mics and haven't had a problem. I added as strap button for the front as it doesn't have one. Cost me $7. So far it is dependable and reliable.

Customer service is nothing short of outstanding. I originally had a Zad 50 with a problem and they paid shipping both ways and I upgraded to the Zad 80.

By the way did I mention there is a lifetime warranty on this guitar. Generally it's no questions asked.

I have been playing a couple years and also own a Martin D-15 custom which has rosewood back and sides and spruce top. I prefer the Zager. There is something about the sound I just love. The Martin has pretty low action too.

The sound is amazing. Just keep fresh strings on it. I change mine every 2 weeks. If your're the type to change your strings once a year this guitar isn't for you. If you want the best sound available check it out. I have compared it to many high dollar guitars and found most wanting in comparison. You can't go wrong with this guitar.

This model has rosewood back and sides, with solid cedar top and
Grover keys. Dreadnaught body with absolutely perfect finish! The
most beautiful instrument I have ever seen!!

My zad80 has a sound a player always dreaned of. Great volume and
sustain, with a rich mellow tone which literally sparkles from bass
to treble. Outstanding !!

I know when a guitar is set up properly and this one is on the mark!
Correct relief on the neck, nut set with .018 nut height at first fret, .105 at the 12th fret. Intonation is very good. The frets are
all set perfectly. There is not one single flaw in workmanship nor
finish which I can detect.

Needless ti sayy, I have not owned this instrument ling enough to say
how long it will last. But it appears solodly built. Zager must have
confidence in it or they would not give a lifetime guarantee with free shipping both ways, or your money back. Try beating that anywhere!!

This company is helpful beyond belief. I chiped the saddle while changing strings and Zager had me ship it back for repair free including shipping both ways. I had it back in five working days. And
they did it all with a smile. Even sent me a new set of strings and
a handful of picks.. ONLY AT ZAGER GUITARS!!!!

I have been playing for at least 45 yrs. and have owned several guitars including Gibsons, Seaguls and several others.I love everything about this guitar. I have compared it to guitars costing $ 3,ooo and none can beat it overall, Only one high end Martin could
equal it all things considered. If I ever buy another guitar, it would just be for the sake of variety, not quality.
I have one complaint, I wish it had a strap button at the neck. I will be verry disappointed if my evaluation does not get published. I will be watching !!!!!

This guitar is as beautiful as any I've seen at 5-6 times the price. The quality of workmanship is exquisite; the finish is flawless; the neck width, spacing of the strings and re-worked nut, bridge and frets make it extremely easy to play.

The guitar is acustic but not electric. It has the pure and mellow tone of a custom guitar many times more expensive. There is no buzz.

The guitar arrived via UPS. It was well packaged andarrived in tune! I have found no flaws whatsoever in the finish, the pegs, the quality of wood and matching of veneers. Again, this guitar has the quality of a guitar one would expect to be far more expensive!

yes to all of the above- without reservation!

It's a new guitar with a 100% money back guarantee, including shiping. Customer service was very responsive to my questions before I ordered the guitar and it was shipped the day I ordered it. Service so far couldn't be better!

I own a Martin acustic/electric and have been looking at others in the price range of $2000-$3000. The ZAD-80 is of the same-or better- quality as the expensive Martins. For me, the Zager action is better. My only problem with my new Zager is that it's almost too beautiful to touch!! I'd buy another on (and probably will) in a heartbeat!

Gloss finish
Dreadnaught acoustic
Rosewood bridge Peg, Hand carved bridge and sadle
Grover Nonlocking Keys
Thin Rosewood Neck
Made 2006, usa
21 frets
Solid Cedar Top
No Electronics
Rosewood back and sides

The sound is rich and mellow with great volume. Flat picking style
No Electronics
Rich full mellow sound with great volume and sustain
I like everything. I would have preferred a slightly wider string space

The action is very, very, good! Intonnation is excellent
No Electronics
Very good matching and routing
I have played over the years Gibson, Martin,etc. the Zager ZAD80 is the
equal or better of all I have played. The fit, finish and setup is
very good. No shody workmanship here!!

Yes to all the above except, I would have liked to have had a strap
button at the base of the neck

I had the saddle replaced because of a hairline crack. This has a lifetime warranty. Zager repaired it and paid the shipping both ways.
It will never cost me a dime for repairs or shipping ever!!

This company is unbelievable. They were courteous,kind and swift. My
instrument was repaired and placed in UPS the same day received along
with a set of strings, picks and a tee shirt..Excellent

I have been playing fifty yrs. I own a Seagull s-6.Now.
I asked every question I could think of. Don't think I left out a thing
Oh, I am so happy, I would buy the same instrument the next day..
I don't hate anything,I love the fit, finish, action and sound!!
Yes, I went to Sam Nash and compared with top line Taylors, Gibsons,
Fenders, Martins etc. One very expensive Martin was its equal but none
of the others. Others might disagree, but that was my honest assessment.
..Nothing is absolutely perfect, but for my use, the ZAD80 came as close
as any I tried.My Seagull S6 has been retired for good.

Free T-shirt and extra set of Martin strings were a nice touch from the company.

I play "folk baroque" style (music by John Renbourn and Steven Grossman) and before ordering I was concerned about fingerboard width, thinking that it will be narrow for fingerpicking. However, I soon realized that after some practice, the neck on ZAD-80 is just fine and that I can play techinically demanding riffs with ease.

The sound is crisp, balanced, and intonation is perfect.

I am not a luthier, but this model seems to be manufactured according to high standards. Inlays and finish are beautiful; action is low, but there is no buzzing and barre cords are easy to play.

I will use this guitar for home studio recordings exclusively. At this point I cannot comment on how long it will last. However, if the sound and finish do not deteriorate with time, ZAD-80 will be like a bottle of good vine - will get better with age (and I would like to grow old with this instrument).

Better than Dell's (few years ago :). Dennis alomost instantly replied to my e-mails and gave me excellent advices before I made my decision. On-line ordering and shipping were smooth; packaging professional. With 100% return policy, on-line instructional videos and music, and lifetime warranty one just cannot ask for more!

I've been playing for 30 years, mostly classical and Takamine guitars. I presently own a 7-string Brazilian guitar (Rozini Studio) and Godin Nylon ACS-SA. ZAD-80 belongs to a different category and represents an incredible value!

Has Rosewood sides and cedar top, in-lays on front and back of it. Also has gold plated tuners. Very attractive guitar.

I am just starting back up again after many years, but the sounds is great, nice tone.

No amp

This guitar has a nice rich full sound.

You could play this guitar with any kind of music you prefer.

Terrific action - the E-Z play is great, and doesn't hurt my fingers.

No pickups - acoustic

Guitar is well-matched, nice rosewood triple split back, and is a very beautiful guitar.

Flawless

No sure, I have not had it that long.

Hardware is durable - yes.
This guitar has a terrific finish, high polish look.

Yes

Yes

I don't play on gigs but if I did - yes.

No repairs, just received a week ago. Has lifetime warranty.

Customer Support, in one word, AWESOME!! That is all that needs to be said. A+++++++++

I am just starting guitar after many years, but I am sure the EZ-play will make it very easy to start up again. I would surely recommend this product to any one.

Cutaway style. Built in electronics as well as a ClearWave electronic tuner. Built in transducer.
21 frets
Cedar top, rosewood back and sides
Grover sealed tuning gears
Abalone inlay (Stunning)
Rosewood bridge and fret board

I was torn between the ZAD-80CEOM and the ZAD-80CE. Both are electric and acoustic but the OM is slightly smaller. Both had a marvelous sound when I played them acoustically (without electric). The tone is warm and deep.

I use it with a variety of amps, mostly in a church, and the sound is clear as a bell.

The guitar came in spotless condition - it clearly was tuned before being shipped, and needed little effort on my part. I checked it carefully and found nothing, not even the slightest problems.

The action is easier than any steel-string guitar I have even owned.

It looks like a museum piece. This is a very high quality guitar.

Since I did wanted to try both the ZAD-80CE and the ZAD-80 CEOM, I called Zager and asked them how I could do that, since this was an Internet purchase (in other words, I could not try each one at a store).

They made it simple - they sent me both! They gave me a prepaid return label and asked me to send back whichever one I did not want to keep.

I have been playing guitar, on and off, for about 50 years. I tried other guitars in stores, including Martins, and the Zager sound beat them all.

I also own a 12-string Alvarez, a 6 string Gretsch and a classical guitar.

I only wish Zager would install a strap pin on the guitar, but having that done locally is a small price to pay for such a fine instrument.

My advice: Do not have any concern buying from Zager over the Internet. They are first class.