Made in Japan - Spruce top with Antique Sunburst finish, Flamed Sycamore back and sides, Mahogany neck with an ebony board and bridge. Gold Yamaha tuners and an interesting on board preamp system. Split the STEREO effect two different ways1- Strings 1-3-5 Left Channel / Strings 2-4-6 Right Channel2- Strings 1-2-3 Left Channel / Strings 4-5-6 Right Channel- You can also mix the Acoustic pickup with the Peizo pickup for added warmth & tone shaping in either the STEREO or standard MONO mode w/ hardcase