With a very responsive and extremely well balanced dreadnought sound, the Songsmith is an honest and true acoustic guitar. With a Varnish Burst finish and a solid pressure-tested top, its sound (as with all S&P models) will only improve the more the guitar is played over time. Specifications Back and Sides: Red Wild Cherry Top: Spruce (select a solid pressure-tested top) Fingerboard and Bridge: Rosewood Finish: Semi-gloss varnish burst finish Graphtech Tusq nut and saddle Proudly made in Canada.