Detail 01
Forward-shifted prewar-inspired X-pattern bracing
The bracing is lightly scalloped to support top vibration while strengthening the top.
Product detailSKU #1500000431715
BlueridgeBR-183 Historic Series 000 Acoustic Guitar Aging Toner
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
For players after a compact 000 acoustic with a detailed, balanced sound, the BR-183 brings together a solid Sitka spruce top, solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, and forward-shifted X-pattern bracing. The result is described by shimmering highs, warm mids, rich lows, and focused projection. Its one-piece mahogany neck has an oval profile and traditional dovetail joint, while the ebony fingerboard provides a smooth surface for bends and slides. Abalone, wood, and ivoroid detailing give it an intentionally elaborate finish.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Recording or performance work needing the 000 body's focused sound and projection.
- Complex chord and melody playing on an oval-profile mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players seeking an instrument listed with a left-handed orientation rather than right handed.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Gold-plated 14:1-ratio tuning machines
The guitar is fitted with gold-plated tuners at a 14:1 ratio.
Detail 03
ProTour BV-2510 Deluxe gig bag
A Blueridge-logo Deluxe gig bag is included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What woods are used for the BR-183 body?
It has a select solid Sitka spruce top with select solid East Indian rosewood back and sides.
02What fingerboard does it have?
The BR-183 uses an ebony fingerboard.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Right handed
- Nut Material
- Natural bone
- Nut Width
- 1.6875
- Number of Strings
- 6
11 detailsBody & build
- Joint
- Traditional dovetail
- Color
- Natural
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Body Style
- 000
- Top
- Select solid Sitka spruce
- Tuning Machines
- Gold-plated 14:1 ratio
- Body Shape
- 000
- Body Finish
- Vintage toned high gloss
- Back Sides
- Select solid East Indian rosewood
- Finish
- Vintage toned high gloss
- Neck Wood
- 1-piece mahogany
1 detailsIn the box
- Case Included
- ProTour BV-2510 Deluxe gig bag with Blueridge logo
4 detailsOther
- Shape
- 000
- Bracing Pattern
- Forward shifted X-pattern, prewar-inspired
- Purfling
- Lavish abalone pearl on all borders
- Truss Rod
- Adjustable
